Rustic Charm: The Doctor Immortal
Chapter 37: Planting Base

Chapter 37: Chapter 37: Planting Base

"Boss Zhao, care for a tea while we sit down and talk?"

Chen Dashan noticed that Zhao Jiayao was staring at his hand, unwilling to let go, which felt somewhat strange.

"Oh." Zhao Jiayao realized she had been slightly inappropriate, and with a sheepish smile, she said, "Alright, let’s chat at leisure."

Chen Dashan brought over a chair, and Zhao Jiayao sat down.

She took a stack of documents from her bag and said, "Mr. Chen, these are the orders I’ve received. The demand is very high; I am not sure if you can supply so much fruit in a short time."

Chen Dashan glanced over the documents and fell into thought.

It appeared that Zhao Jiayao’s fruit business was booming, and the volume of orders was indeed large.

The fruits he had improved were also truly effective, so quickly igniting the market and attracting so many fruit merchants.

"It’s possible," Chen Dashan said seriously. "I wonder, Boss Zhao, how do you calculate the price on your end?"

Zhao Jiayao said, "If it’s a long-term cooperation and we sign a contract, I’ll offer a price higher than the purchase price this morning. As long as you can maintain this quality, I will send someone to inspect each delivery."

Chen Dashan nodded and said, "That’s possible. Honestly, I don’t understand much about the going prices for fruits. For this, I’ll have our village’s old chief discuss with you in detail."

"However, I can guarantee the quality; these fruits were personally improved by me."

"I saw the volume of your orders, I will need some time, probably a week to get it done."

Zhao Jiayao said, "That’s no problem, I can give you some time."

"You can first bring out a batch of fruit, and later, gradually increase the supply quantity. There’s no rush since it’s a long-term cooperation."

"Yes," Chen Dashan nodded, and had Chen Xueyi ask the old village chief to come over to discuss the contract price.

As for how exactly to set the price, Chen Dashan truly was unclear. The old chief was an experienced fruit merchant and definitely had a good grasp of this area.

Moreover, the old chief was also the most aware of the village orchards’ output.

Chen Dashan also saw a hidden business opportunity from the large orders that Zhao Jiayao brought out.

He already had an idea and planned to lease a large orchard in the village, using Green Sun Water for all the improvements and nourishment.

He even planned to establish a fruit company, gradually forming an industry chain.

He only needed to master the core technology, and later find someone to manage the orchard.

Soon, the old village chief arrived at the orchard, very happy to greet Zhao Jiayao.

"Boss Zhao, what an esteemed visitor! You are one of the famous fruit magnates in Longshan Town!" the old chief said enthusiastically. He clearly knew Zhao Jiayao, having dealt with her before.

"Secretary Chen, you’re too kind. I came to Stone Village today specifically to place orders with you," Zhao Jiayao said, smiling.

The old chief brought over a chair and sat down, beginning to discuss the specifics of the cooperation contract with Zhao Jiayao.

During this time, the old chief highly respected Chen Dashan’s opinions, sharing his own thoughts and pricing with Chen Dashan, letting Chen Dashan make the final decisions.

After about fifteen minutes of discussion, a preliminary cooperation agreement was struck.

Both parties were very satisfied with the purchase price.

"Dashan, you really did a great service this time; you solved the village farmers’ problems! I will share this good news with them," the old chief said happily. "They will all thank you!"

Chen Dashan waved his hand and said, "Old chief, it’s all part of the job. I also aim to venture into the fruit business, and there will be a lot more to learn from you in the future."

"Absolutely! Dashan, with your incredible skills, capital, and connections, you should be in this business!" the old chief said approvingly, not at all surprised. "If you’re in the fruit business, the villagers will definitely support you with both hands!"

Chen Dashan had the capital, the technology, and the connections.

If he expanded the fruit business, it would benefit all the farmers in Stone Village, including himself!

"Okay," Chen Dashan nodded. "Old Chief, I plan to lease an orchard in the village to set up a cultivation base, which will require hiring many apprentices. I’ll need your help to handle this."

"That’s an easy matter! The village lacks everything but land!" the old chief declared proudly. "I can guarantee that. Whatever land you choose in the village, as long as you pay, I can arrange it for you! You’ve done such a big favor for the village; any family will be willing to sell you their idle land!"

"Don’t worry about the village side; I will handle everything," the old chief said. "But, Dashan, I remind you, to transfer the land use rights, you have to process it yourself in town."

Chen Dashan smiled and said, "Then thank you in advance, Old chief. As long as there are no problems in the village, I will handle the town’s procedures myself."

"Yes," the old chief nodded. "Dashan, then I will go notify the farmers of the good news and gather them to prepare the work plan. I will include the cooperation with Boss Zhao in the agenda, and we’ll officially start work in the next two days."

Chen Dashan nodded slightly, "Thank you for your hard work, Old Chief."

The old chief left the orchard in high spirits, holding the drafted agreement.

Zhao Jiayao wandered around, looking at the fruit trees and melon fields, picking and tasting the fresh fruits in the orchard, showing great interest.

"Mr. Chen, I would like to tour the hill behind your Stone Village and take a look at these orchards. Would you mind being a guide for once?" Zhao Jiayao said with a smile.

"No problem, I’ll give you a tour," Chen Dashan nodded.

As a buyer, Zhao Jiayao’s request to see the village’s orchards was not unreasonable.

Chen Dashan took Zhao Jiayao up the hill, visiting one orchard after another.

"Your Stone Village’s orchards are quite sizable, and the output must be substantial. As long as the quality of the fruit meets standards, there is great potential," Zhao Jiayao observed as she passed several orchards.

"Yes, I also saw this potential, which is why I plan to build a cultivation base in the village," Chen Dashan said with a smile. "Going forward, being in the same line of business as Boss Zhao, I hope for your continued guidance and care."

"Hahaha." Zhao Jiayao smiled brightly. "Mr. Chen, I’m just a fruit merchant. I’m nowhere near as capable as a talented graduate like you, who can improve ordinary fruits to taste so good."

"I heard from the villagers that you graduated from Medical University and even established a clinic here; truly a promising young man," Zhao Jiayao exclaimed.

"I am really curious, Mr. Chen, what technique did you use to improve the fruits? Could you tell me?" Zhao Jiayao asked, batting her eyelashes curiously at Chen Dashan.

Chen Dashan chuckled, not expecting the knowledgeable and sexy Zhao Jiayao to have such a playful and cute side.

"That’s a secret," Chen Dashan said with a mysterious smile.

Zhao Jiayao playfully rolled her eyes and said, "Alright, I won’t ask about your secret to wealth. In the future, when business expands, just save a little profit for your sister."