Chapter 207: Camping And An Opportunity To Get Close To Bai Yulan!
It took over half an hour.
Tian Mingrong reprinted the previous day’s ticket sales records five times.
She originally didn’t plan to open for business today.
But by chance, it became the day with the highest sales volume in history.
“WeChat payment of 25,666 yuan!”
After printing the tickets, Jiang Tao also promptly paid.
He didn’t even bat an eye at over 20,000 yuan.
He was gradually developing a slight air of extravagance.
“Thank you for your hard work, Aunt. Eat more of whatever you want when we go camping later.”
After scanning the code to settle the lottery ticket payment for Tian Mingrong, Jiang Tao put his mobile phone back into his pocket and said with a smile.
Tian Mingrong said with a smile, “It’s no trouble at all, no trouble at all. I should thank you, Xiao Tao, for bringing me such a large performance.”
“Aunt, you’re being too formal saying that. We’re family, so we don’t need to say thank you. We should look out for each other’s well-being when good things happen.”
Jiang Tao had always had a good impression of Tian Mingrong, and he could also see that Tian Mingrong was sincere about his Uncle Tian Xiaoguang.
Moreover, she was now carrying his Uncle’s child, so Jiang Tao no longer treated her as an outsider.
“Hehe, yes, Xiao Rong, no need to be so polite with our Xiao Tao.”
Tian Xiaoguang looked at Tian Mingrong, then at his nephew, a smile full of happiness on his face.
Speaking of which, Tian Xiaoguang was also very grateful to his nephew.
If it weren’t for Jiang Tao arranging for him to sell lottery tickets at Tian Mingrong’s shop, he and Tian Mingrong wouldn’t have met again.
Although Ping County is not a big town, it has a permanent population of over 100,000.
If Jiang Tao hadn’t played matchmaker between the two.
It’s uncertain when Tian Xiaoguang and Tian Mingrong would have met again.
If it weren’t for Jiang Tao’s promotion and trust, Tian Xiaoguang wouldn’t have had the confidence to stand tall in front of Tian Mingrong.
Meeting his childhood sweetheart again after decades, he might not have had the courage to confess.
All in all, in Tian Xiaoguang’s opinion, his nephew deserved all the credit for him winning the beauty’s heart.
“By the way, Aunt, haven’t you sold this shop yet?”
Jiang Tao glanced around Tian Mingrong’s lottery shop and asked with concern.
“Not yet. If I can’t sell it, that’s fine. The rent only has two months left anyway.”
“The equipment and such are not worth much.”
“Moreover, I probably won’t be able to do this for the next two or three years, so I’ve decided not to do it anymore.”
While speaking, Tian Mingrong touched her belly, her face radiating maternal brilliance.
She and Tian Xiaoguang are both over 50 years old this year, and this is a late child for them.
Both were full of anticipation for the arrival of the new life.
Additionally, after giving birth, she would not have in-laws to help with childcare.
For a long time to come, Tian Mingrong’s focus would be on taking care of the child.
She had saved up some deposits over the years, which would be enough to raise a child.
“If you don’t want to do it, then don’t. From now on, it’s enough for my uncle to be the breadwinner.”
Jiang Tao looked at his watch after he finished speaking. It was already 9:42 AM.
They were already 12 minutes late for the agreed meeting time.
Ring ring ring—
The mobile phone in Jiang Tao’s pocket suddenly rang.
He took out his phone and saw the caller ID was “Wife.”
“Hello, wife.”
“I’m here with my uncle and aunt.”
“Yes, I’ll bring them over, we’ll leave immediately.”
“Okay, you guys go to the reservoir first, see you later.”
“Okay, bye-bye.”
After a brief conversation with Xu Li on the phone, Jiang Tao hung up and looked at his uncle and aunt, saying:
“Let’s go, Uncle, Aunt. Everyone has already set off for Qisan Reservoir, we can just go directly there.”
“We plan to go to the supermarket to buy some things first…”
Tian Mingrong felt a bit embarrassed to go to a gathering empty-handed.
Jiang Tao laughed, “No need. Third Sister has prepared everything. You and my uncle just need to bring yourselves.”
“My uncle is the main force for the barbecue today, he’ll be doing a lot of the work.”
“This…”
Tian Mingrong looked at Tian Xiaoguang.
“Let’s go, Xiao Rong, no need to be so formal with our Xiao Tao.”
Tian Xiaoguang said with a chuckle. He was not polite with his nephew at all.
“Alright then.”
Seeing this, Tian Mingrong said no more.
“Let’s go, today’s main focus is to eat well, drink well, and have fun.”
Jiang Tao waved to them with a smile. The three of them left the door together and got into the Mercedes-Benz G-Class parked at the entrance.
Qisan Reservoir is only 11 kilometers from Ping County Urban Area.
On holidays, many residents in the urban area drive or cycle to Qisan Reservoir for fishing, picnics, and gatherings.
It took less than 20 minutes.
Jiang Tao drove the Mercedes-Benz G-Class to the riverbank near Qisan Reservoir and successfully met up with Xu Li and the others.
Everyone who attended the dinner party at the White Magnolia Hotel last night was present.
At Jiang Tao’s suggestion, the parents of Liu Zhiyuan, Hao Zhiming, Shan Yufei, and others also came along this time.
When Jiang Tao arrived, Liu Zhiyuan and his buddies had already set up the tarp and grill.
Jiang Dad, his father-in-law, and Liu Zhiyuan’s father went fishing, each with a fishing rod.
Jiang Mom, Mother Xu, Liu Mom, Hao Mom, and Dan Mom sat on mats nearby, chatting and laughing, erupting in bursts of laughter from time to time.
Jiang Bing and Xu Sha were flying kites with Jiang Xue.
Today, with more people gathered again, the atmosphere was even more lively.
“Second Uncle, Second Uncle! Uncle Zhiyuan said he prepared a surprise for everyone. Do you know what it is?”
Jiang Shaojie ran to Jiang Tao’s side and asked him slyly.
“Your Uncle Zhiyuan prepared a surprise for everyone?”
Jiang Tao looked at Liu Zhiyuan, who was busy skewering meat at the grill, and he was also unaware.
Jiang Shaojie nodded, “Yes! Uncle Zhiyuan is very tight-lipped. I asked him eight times and he wouldn’t say.”
“Hahaha, why are you in such a hurry, kid? You’ll know when the time comes.”
Jiang Tao smiled, ruffled his nephew’s head, and took him towards Liu Zhiyuan and the others.
“Brother Jiang, you’re here!”
“Brother Jiang is here!”
“Brother Jiang!”
Upon seeing Jiang Tao, Liu Zhiyuan and his brothers greeted him respectfully.
“You guys do your thing. If you need any help.”
Jiang Tao walked to the small table where the ingredients were piled, picked up a cherry tomato from a plate, and popped it into his mouth, biting into it.
The sour and sweet juice instantly activated thousands of taste buds in his mouth.
Liu Zhiyuan chuckled, “No need, no need, Brother Jiang, just wait to eat later! We’ve got this!”
Jiang Tao smiled, “What surprise did you prepare for everyone, kid? You’re being mysterious.”
Beep beep beep—
As soon as Jiang Tao finished speaking, he heard a car horn behind him.
Liu Zhiyuan looked in the direction of the sound and said with a smile:
“There we go! Speak of the devil! The surprise I prepared for everyone is here!”
Jiang Tao turned his head and saw a small truck with “Roast Whole Lamb” written on its side parked by the riverbank.
“Let’s go, Brother Jiang, everyone, let’s go take a look. I ordered two whole roasted lambs.”
Liu Zhiyuan called out to everyone, and they walked towards the small truck by the riverbank.
“Good morning, everyone.”
“Good morning, everyone! Thank you for your support of Xiao Zhuang’s Roast Whole Lamb. Thank you all.”
Two lean young men in work uniforms jumped out of the truck.
They first greeted Jiang Tao and the others, then clasped their hands in thanks, very polite.
“Brother Jiang, let me introduce you. This is my buddy Zhuang Xiaofei, the boss of Xiao Zhuang’s Roast Whole Lamb.”
“Xiao Fei, this is Brother Jiang, Jiang Tao.”
Liu Zhiyuan introduced Jiang Tao and Zhuang Xiaofei to each other with a smile.
“Hello, Xiao Fei, nice to meet you.”
“It’s an honor to meet you, Brother Jiang. I often hear Zhiyuan mention you. Meeting you in person is even better than hearing about you. Brother Jiang, you are indeed imposing and extraordinary.”
Jiang Tao and Zhuang Xiaofei shook hands and greeted each other, thus getting acquainted.
Liu Zhiyuan smiled and said, “Brother Jiang, Xiao Fei and his team’s skills are renowned throughout Ping County.”
“And the lambs for the roast whole lamb are freshly slaughtered young lambs, absolutely fresh.”
“After tasting Xiao Fei’s roast whole lamb, you won’t want to eat any other.”
“Hahaha, really? Then I’m in for a treat today. I’ll have to eat a lot later.”
Jiang Tao’s interest was piqued when he heard Liu Zhiyuan praise Zhuang Xiaofei’s skills so highly.
Jiang Bing, Xu Sha, Wang Xiaohong, and the others who were playing nearby saw the commotion and gathered around.
“Second Brother, what are you doing?”
“Brother-in-law, did we also order roast whole lamb?”
Jiang Bing and the others looked curiously at the truck Zhuang Xiaofei had driven over.
The words “On-site Roast Whole Lamb” on the truck were particularly conspicuous.
Jiang Tao laughed, “Zhiyuan ordered two sets of roast whole lamb for everyone. You all have good fortune today.”
“Wow! Thank you, Brother Zhiyuan!”
“Brother Zhiyuan is generous!”
“Brother Zhiyuan is so handsome!”
The girls all gave thumbs up to Liu Zhiyuan upon hearing that there would be roast whole lamb today.
Liu Zhiyuan’s gesture today was indeed very thoughtful.
“Hehe, just a small token of my appreciation. Enjoy your meal and drinks, everyone.”
Praised by the girls, Liu Zhiyuan felt that inviting them to this roast whole lamb feast was well worth it.
After a little more idle chat, Zhuang Xiaofei looked at Jiang Tao and asked,
“Brother Jiang, if everyone wants to eat hot roast lamb at noon, we need to start roasting now. What do you think…”
Jiang Tao smiled, “Then let’s start roasting. Thank you for your hard work. You two can join us for some food and drinks later.”
“Alright! Then we two will start. Please wait a moment, Xiao Wang, let’s get to work~”
Zhuang Xiaofei called out to his colleague, and the two jumped onto the truck and started working.
Inside the truck were two large stainless steel basins containing two slaughtered lambs, marinated with a secret recipe sauce.
Zhuang Xiaofei and the colleague he brought with him nimbly used a torch to light the fruitwood charcoal in the grill.
They then placed the two whole lambs onto the grill rack, their movements swift and professional.
The activity here also attracted many onlookers.
“Oh, it’s Xiao Zhuang’s Roast Whole Lamb! A friend of mine hired them for his birthday once, their skills are really good, and their price is worth it.”
“Look at their class, they’re having two whole roasted lambs for a picnic!”
“They must be some Beijing masters experiencing life here, right? Those two Mercedes are Beijing plates.”
“The happiness of rich people is so simple and unpretentious!”
The crowd was in an uproar, their eyes full of envy as they looked at Jiang Tao and his group.
At 12:12 PM, when the two whole roasted lambs were ready, the picnic officially began.
Those who liked to take pictures posted on Moments first.
After taking pictures, Zhuang Xiaofei and his colleagues began to carve the meat for everyone.
Based on the principle of respecting elders and cherishing the young, Jiang Dad, Jiang Mom, and the other elders ate first.
Then came the younger generation, Jiang Xue, Jiang Shijie, and Jiang Shaojie.
Then it was ladies first, Xu Li, Jiang Bing, and Xu Sha.
Jiang Tao and the other men were at the end of the line.
Fortunately, the two whole roasted lambs were plentiful, and everyone could eat their fill.
Everyone took a plate and chopsticks, eating the fragrant roast whole lamb, and each expressed their admiration.
“Wow! This tastes really good! I’ve never eaten such delicious roast lamb before!”
“The skills of these two masters invited by Zhiyuan are really not bad!”
“Delicious, delicious!”
“The lamb I ate before was nothing compared to this!”
Zhuang Xiaofei’s roast whole lamb skills successfully conquered everyone’s taste buds, earning unanimous praise.
In addition to the roast whole lamb prepared by Liu Zhiyuan, Jiang Bing also bought other barbecue ingredients, as well as some alcoholic drinks and beverages.
The picnic started at noon and lasted until around 3 PM, when everyone had eaten and drunk their fill.
Those who liked fishing continued to fish, and those who wanted to chat sat on the mats and chatted.
The first day of the Qingming Festival holiday was spent happily and leisurely by everyone.
They stayed by the reservoir until after 6 PM.
As the sun set, today’s picnic officially concluded.
After bidding each other farewell, everyone went back to their respective homes.
Having had a fun day playing by the reservoir, they didn’t get a chance to rest during the day.
Around 8 PM, Jiang Xue and Xu Li were tired.
The family of three returned home from their parents’ house, washed up, and went straight to bed.
When bidding farewell to his parents, Jiang Tao activated sleep mode for the old couple and Third Sister.
After returning home, he also activated sleep mode for Xu Li and Jiang Xue.
The mother and daughter fell asleep within 3 minutes of getting into bed after showering.
Jiang Tao waited until midnight for the intelligence to refresh.
Over time, checking the intelligence before going to bed every day had become second nature for Jiang Tao.
After midnight.
With a thought, Jiang Tao opened the Daily Intelligence System interface to check the latest intelligence for the day.
【Today’s Intelligence 01】:
You had a picnic at Qisan Reservoir yesterday and obtained related intelligence—
Bai Yulan, who is night fishing on the north bank of Qisan Reservoir, will fall into the water and drown in 20 minutes.
Rescuing Bai Yulan will earn you her gratitude and sincere friendship.
……
“Bai Yulan? Could it be Bai Yulan from the White Magnolia Hotel? What a coincidence!”
Jiang Tao was greatly surprised to see the name of the person mentioned in the first piece of intelligence that refreshed today.
Yesterday, he had just refreshed a piece of intelligence about Bai Yulan and learned that her identity was extraordinary.
He hadn’t yet figured out how to connect with Bai Yulan.
Tonight, another piece of intelligence related to her has refreshed.
