That evening, the Gu family prepared a grand fish feast.
The aroma wafted straight from their home, captivating everyone who passed by.
After all the fish had been harvested, it was time to reap the rice.
For the ten acres of rice fields, Gu Yunnan hired laborers again, and it took several days to finish the harvest.
As he gazed at the golden rice spread out to dry, Gu Yunnan guessed that the yield would be substantial when weighed.
And indeed, it was.
After drying and bagging, the rice was weighed, and each acre yielded half again as much as before.
Moreover, when the rice was hulled and steamed, the fragrance was richer than ever.
This left the villagers even more restless.
Rice-fish farming really worked!
They had to follow suit—no question about it!
Of course, after securing the contracts, Gu Yunnan hadn’t just leased the ten acres of fields—he’d also contracted a mountain.
Now, part of that mountain was either planted with fruit trees or medicinal herbs.
Though it hadn’t been long enough for harvest yet, Gu Yunnan tended to everything meticulously, so a bountiful future was assured.
Naturally, it wasn’t just Gu Yunnan—others in Huaihua Village who’d also secured contracts were equally dedicated to their farming or cultivation.
While Huaihua Village was bustling with contract-based ventures, over in Haicheng…
Gu Yunting had just acquired a plot of land.
Though his limited funds meant the plot was small, it was still large enough to build three residential towers.
Yes, residential towers—a concept he’d learned from his younger sister.
Buy land, build tall apartment buildings, then sell the units.
Honestly, Gu Jianing’s words had painted a vivid blueprint for Gu Yunting, thrilling him so much he could feel his blood surging with excitement.
And so, he’d acted on it.
When he learned the government was auctioning several plots, he immediately signed up and successfully secured one.
Returning home, he excitedly shared the news with his wife, Yang Manman.
“That’s wonderful! How do you plan to develop it?” Yang Manman asked as she prepared dinner.
Gu Yunting joined her, helping to prep vegetables as he replied, “I have my own construction team—we can build it ourselves. Just like Jianing said, we’ll put up tall residential towers and sell the units one by one.”
“That sounds good. Ningning has vision and insight—you can’t go wrong following her advice.”
“Yeah, it’s just… the plot is small, and there’s only one.” After all, he hadn’t been in Haicheng long, and his savings were still limited.
Yang Manman encouraged him, “Don’t worry, it’s a great start, isn’t it? With the first plot secured, there’ll soon be a second, a third… and they’ll get bigger and bigger.”
“Mm, that’s what I think too.”
After finishing with the vegetables, Gu Yunting walked over and wrapped his arms around Yang Manman’s waist. “Once the apartments are built, I’ll set aside a big unit for us and one for each of our family members, so they’ll have a place to stay when they visit Haicheng.”
Yang Manman nodded, her eyes soft with affection. “That sounds perfect.”
Gu Yunting rested his head on her shoulder, his eyes bright. “Wife, I really feel like… everything is getting better.”
Not just for their family, but everything around them.
The winds of change were blowing in a good direction.
Everything was flourishing.
“Yes, so we must keep up with the times and keep getting better ourselves!”
“Mm, we will!”
…
Beijing First Hospital
If you were to ask who the most sought-after doctor at Beijing First Hospital is these days, the answer would undoubtedly be Chief Physician Gu Jianing.
Whether it’s gynecology patients hoping to conceive, surgical cases requiring operations, or even those suffering from mental health issues—patients and their families all specifically request Dr. Gu.
Gu Jianing’s reputation had already spread years ago when she gave a lecture at Beijing High School. Since then, the people of Beijing had known there was an extraordinary doctor named Gu Jianing.
The only regret was that Dr. Gu hadn’t been practicing in a Beijing hospital but had instead been stationed at a military hospital.
Even so, over the years, news reports about Gu Jianing frequently surfaced.
So, in the eyes of Beijing—no, the entire nation—Gu Jianing was practically a divine physician.
And her expertise was remarkably comprehensive.
Not only could she help infertile patients conceive, but she also performed intricate surgeries that other doctors couldn’t handle. Even diseases like tuberculosis, once considered incurable, could be treated by her.
In the field of psychology, she was especially renowned for her work on post-war trauma. Her theories and treatment methods for PTSD had saved countless soldiers and police officers.
Thanks to her immense fame, the moment Gu Jianing began her tenure at Beijing First Hospital, major newspapers in the city reported the good news.
After all, which patient wouldn’t want to be treated by the most skilled doctor available?
As a result, many patients and their families arriving at Beijing First Hospital these days immediately ask for Dr. Gu Jianing.
On days when she’s working, the line of patients waiting for her stretches from morning till night.
And true to expectations, Gu Jianing’s medical skills never disappoint.
Though she hasn’t been at Beijing First Hospital for long, some patients have already successfully conceived under her care. She has also performed several major surgeries, saving lives that might otherwise have been lost. With her on the team, the success rate of operations has significantly improved.
No wonder patients and their families specifically seek her out.
Among the doctors who have witnessed her diagnose and treat patients, not a single one isn’t in awe of her.
Take now, for example—despite the overwhelming number of patients registered under her name, Gu Jianing diagnoses and treats them with astonishing speed and precision.
She sees a patient every few minutes, and whether it’s diagnosis or prescribing medication, her accuracy is unmatched.
“Dr. Gu is truly remarkable, especially her observational skills in diagnosis—it’s almost supernatural. Sometimes I feel like no matter what illness a patient has, just one glance from Dr. Gu and she immediately knows the problem,” remarked one doctor after observing her consultations.
If Gu Jianing heard this, she might reply: Your observation is sharp, and your guess is correct.
The truth is, the reason she can diagnose so quickly is largely thanks to the “all-purpose scanner” in her eyes.
With just one scan, a patient’s condition is instantly revealed—with absolute accuracy.
Once the problem is identified, her extensive medical knowledge allows her to prescribe treatment swiftly.
So, in a way, this scanner is the ultimate tool aiding Gu Jianing in her medical practice.
Of course, this “divine instrument” is a secret known only to her.
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