Little Family Treasure of the Apocalyptic Boss - Ch 45

Chapter 45: Miracle

“The first batch of cultivated land will be divided into four main zones, each for planting wheat, rice, potatoes, and sweet potatoes,” Ye Ze calmly arranged the four crops on the suspended display stand.

In mid-air, holographic screens unfolded, projecting them in front of everyone.

Once again, the products of high technology elicited a chorus of astonishment.

There weren’t many items at the opening ceremony, even considered quite few. Yet, they gave everyone a feeling of being overwhelmed and dazzled.

“Where did this person come from?” Ming Ya couldn’t help but sound sour, “I’m afraid even the royal family in the Dragon Palace doesn’t have such good stuff in their hands.”

“Ming Ya, be careful what you say.” Members of the Dragon Clan were not to be casually commented on. Especially in recent years, the atmosphere within the Dragon Clan has been unusually tense. It’s best not to provoke them.

Ling Jue solemnly reminded.

Ming Ya immediately rolled his eyes. Turning to the screen displaying the four crops, the pampered young master showed a disdainful expression, “So ugly. Can these things really be eaten? Especially the last two, still covered in dirt!”

“As far as I know, your favorite purple taro is dug out of the soil,” Ling Jue retorted calmly.

“?!” Ming Ya’s expression cracked.

Ye Ze had long considered the mentality of these “big shots” who didn’t dirty their hands with menial tasks. “I know that many of you here are unfamiliar with these four crops. So, as an initial introduction, I have arranged some simple dishes.”

The little snake sub-beast sweated nervously in the audience.

The experiential dishes made from the main ingredients were all chosen by the little snake sub-beast to assist Ye Ze.

He was super concerned about the final practical effect.

The maids walked gracefully out from backstage. Dressed in uniform uniforms, they held trays and placed plates of food on the round table.

Plump and moist white rice, soft bread with a crispy crust, potato shreds stir-fried with green and red peppers, and sweet potatoes baked to perfection emitted tempting aromas with each strand.

Every scent wafting out was a temptation that made one’s mouth water.

Could these delicious foods really come from those four unattractive crops on stage?

The nobles stared at the food in their hands. The same question popped into their minds.

At the same time, another pair of male attendants carried large bamboo baskets filled with roasted potatoes and sweet potatoes into the area where the common residents were watching.

Although the food was far less sumptuous than that on the VIP table, for residents who rarely received special treatment from the nobility, it was still a pleasant surprise.

They carefully opened the food, revealing the soft interior. Taking a bite while the sweet aroma wafted, their expressions instantly brightened.

So delicate, so delicious!

With such high-quality taste, after these crops were grown, only nobles would have the opportunity to enjoy them, right?

“I believe that after experiencing these dishes firsthand, you should be able to understand the value of these crops. In fact, these four crops can produce far more varieties of food than these. Related dishes will gradually be introduced at the barbecue stall in the future.”

Just as the little snake sub-beast had relaxed because of the guests’ satisfactory reactions, he looked at Ye Ze and met his gaze.

His heart, which had just calmed down, started pounding again.

The crowd began to discuss.

Clearly, they were very interested in Ye Ze’s introduction.

——This wave of mutual promotion is perfect.

Knowing the terrifying sales volume of the little snake sub-beast’s shop, the merchants were jealous to the point of seeing red.

However, the food at the barbecue stall has always been reasonably priced. Would selling these delicate ingredients really not result in a loss?

The merchants belatedly realized. After thinking of a certain possibility, their hearts skipped a beat. As they looked at each other, they saw the determination in each other’s eyes and a hint of regret for not investing early.

Those merchants who had already reached cooperation with Ye Ze couldn’t hide their joy.

They knew better than anyone that the second batch of collaborators after the opening ceremony would not sign the same contracts as they did.

The special treatment exclusively for them would no longer exist.

This was the advantage they gained by betting on the right horse!

“Now that everyone has confirmed the market value of the goods, let’s discuss their profit margins.”

Ye Ze took in the expressions of the people below the stage, feeling confident.

First, he reached out and took out a wheat seed.

“I have always believed in sincere cooperation.”

Both the city lord and the president’s faces twitched simultaneously, forced to recall the scene where they were deceived and lost everything. They wished they could curse this shameless young man out loud.

“If I directly state the yield of this wheat, some here might think I’m lying. Therefore, seeing is believing.”

A shimmering green light lit up in Ye Ze’s palm, enveloping the wheat seed.

It was a vibrant, yet constantly dangerous energy.

Under this energy’s influence, the wheat seed quickly sprouted, grew, and completed the entire fruiting process in just a minute!

The pupils of the cultivators contracted abruptly, almost stimulated to jump up by this strange power.

Meanwhile, ordinary people looked at the heavy fruits on the wheat ears, tears of emotion welling up in their eyes unconsciously.

This was a miracle!

Everyone was plunged into madness.

“How is this possible!” Even the president of the merchant caravan, who had always been skeptical of Ye Ze, couldn’t utter any derogatory remarks at this moment. He could only stare blankly and shocked as Ye Ze ascended to the altar.

After wheat came rice, potatoes, and sweet potatoes.

Each one boasted a staggering yield that left people in awe.

“Lord Ye Ze,” the city lord took a deep breath, then sighed deeply. As if determined to do something, he stood up as the representative of the entire city. “May I ask if you can introduce to us the survival rate and cultivation cost of these plants?”

“Of course.”

The big fish took the bait.

Ye Ze’s lips curved slightly. No longer beating around the bush, he answered, “What you just saw was the result of my ability catalyzing and accelerating. In natural cultivation, the growth process of these plants will not be so simple.”

“But.”

Everyone’s hearts raced along.

“Excluding extreme weather disasters—after all, I can’t control that.” Ye Ze joked at the right time, then continued seriously, “I can assure everyone that the survival rate of these crops is very high, and the cultivation cost is not expensive. Any diligent and careful ordinary family can afford it. Moreover, after proficiency, they can harvest multiple times a year.”

Cheap! Multiple harvests! High yields!

The whole venue erupted.

If all this were true, it meant that from now on, they wouldn’t have to worry about winter food anymore!

The city lord had foresight beyond their expectations.

Although Little Dragon City was a medium-sized town, it still had impoverished areas.

And below medium-sized towns, there were numerous small tribes where even subsistence was a problem.

What did these crops mean to these tribes?

And what did these crops mean for the rule of the imperial city?

The city lord looked at Ye Ze, whose expression remained unchanged.

Perhaps, among those present, no one understood better than Ye Ze!

As the lord of the city, he could pursue personal interests, but he also needed to take responsibility for the development of the entire city. Otherwise, the royal family who agreed to let him build the city would be the first to hold him accountable.

—This was the fundamental difference between him and the president of the merchant caravan.

At this moment, the city lord finally made up his mind to completely set aside any unpleasantness, make up for all grievances, and fully support Ye Ze’s development.

“From today onwards, I will jointly cultivate the first batch of land with the cooperating merchants as a trial field to demonstrate the results to everyone. At the same time, I will also recruit residents from across the city who are willing to come and learn and work in the fields.”

The timing was right, and Ye Ze didn’t hesitate at all, announcing all the arrangements and publicly available plans for the project.

Then he stepped back from the stage, leaving the control and subsequent hospitality to Cang Jiao.

“Ye Zi, amazing!”

The little snake sub-beast rushed forward at the first opportunity.

Before they could even move, they were embraced by Ye Ze.

The affectionate and clingy big dog didn’t need the little snake sub-beast to initiate; they came forward seeking rewards. “If I’m so amazing, does Nuo Nuo have any gifts to give me?”

The little snake sub-beast tried to wriggle their head out of Ye Ze’s embrace, breathing in the fresh air. They placed their hand on Ye Ze’s lowered head and shyly invited, “Would Ye Zi like to have a lunch date with me?”

The big dog’s tail suddenly wagged high, swinging wildly in excitement.