stonecrandall Chapter 13 Miraculous Healing of the Beach Amidst Rumors
Chapter 13 Miraculous Healing of the Beach Amidst Rumors
Chapter 13 Miraculous Healing of the Beach Amidst Rumors
I. Herbs Detoxify and Clear the Beach
Chen Shanhe carried the medicine bucket and strode quickly toward the dense forest beside the Ni Shen Gui.
He bent down and plucked a few thick, broad leaves, then dug up a few tender grass roots from the soil.
These are all native plants of Longwan Village, which are specifically designed to neutralize the toxins from industrial waste residue.
Su Wanjing stood to the side, her hands clenched so tightly they turned white, her heart filled with anxiety.
"Can these plants really save the polluted mudflats?"
Without even looking up, Chen Shanhe poured all the herbs he had gathered into the stone mortar.
"Waste is deadly poison, while plants are life-giving; life overcomes death, it couldn't be more fitting."
His fingers flew as he gripped the pestle and ground the herbs rapidly, causing them to crumble and release a rich juice.
"I will then add a secret medicinal ingredient prepared by a physician, which can not only detoxify but also transform toxins into nourishment."
"Turning toxins into nutrients? Those waste materials can actually be turned into nutrients?"
Chen Shanhe responded calmly, added several medicinal guides, and quickly stirred the liquid.
"Waste naturally contains organic matter, and after detoxification, it becomes excellent nutrients."
"This ancient body of water has been passed down for thousands of years, and its soil is unique, making it perfect for absorbing and transforming water."
The two returned to the mudflats together, and Chen Shanhe picked up the medicine bucket and poured all the liquid into the core water source.
The medicine solution was added to the water, and within moments, the black and foul-smelling sewage began to clear.
In just half a day, the odor in the water source dissipated significantly, and the water quality returned to its clear state.
Chen Shanhe squatted down, lightly touching the water's surface with his fingertips, feeling the water's temperature, his expression calm.
"The toxicity has been neutralized, and the nutrients in the waste have been converted, making it perfect for raising shellfish."
Su Wanjing reached out and touched the pipes that had been reopened to water, her fingertips trembling slightly, her eyes filled with disbelief.
"It's really healed... You've truly saved this mudflat."
Chen Shanhe patted the dirt off his hands, his expression remaining calm, showing no sign of smugness.
"The mudflats have been repaired; now it's time to deal with the storms of people's hearts."
Su Wanjing frowned, subconsciously looking around at the empty mudflats, full of confusion.
"You mean, Wu Yanchou might have other plans?"
"Destroying the mudflats is just the first step; he won't stop there."
"Next, they will definitely try to manipulate your reputation and sow discord among people."
II. Rumors spread and disturb people's minds
"Have you heard? Chen Shanhe destroyed the ancient water area, ruining the entire feng shui."
"The Su family is going to lose everything this time. They've really had bad luck following this outsider."
"Outsiders are unreliable. They've ruined a perfectly good mudflat like this."
Her face darkened instantly, her fists clenched tightly, her chest heaving violently, and she was about to step forward to argue.
"These words were deliberately spread by someone. There's no point in trying to explain now."
"The mudflats have already been repaired, so why are they still saying this?"
Chen Shanhe looked towards the town, his eyes turning cold, already guessing who was behind it all.
"No one but Wu Yanchou has the ability to spread rumors so quickly and so comprehensively."
Wu Yanqiu stood in the center of the crowd, patting his chest and loudly encouraging the surrounding merchants.
"Chen Shanhe is just an outsider doctor; what does he know about tidal flat aquaculture?"
"He destroyed the feng shui of the ancient water area. Sooner or later, the Su family will be dragged down by him and completely ruined."
"If any of you dare to do business with him, you'll suffer losses and get into a lot of trouble sooner or later."
Wu Xinggui, who was standing to the side, immediately chimed in, his voice sharp and piercing.
"That's right! That mudflat is a dead land now, barren of everything!"
"Whoever gets involved is doomed. The Su family has clearly invited a wolf into their house and is courting death!"
Wu Yanchou saw everyone's reactions and a sinister smile curled at the corner of his mouth.
This was exactly the effect he wanted: to completely isolate Chen Shanhe and make it impossible for him to move an inch in the area.
Wu Yanchou narrowed his eyes, and his tone suddenly took on a threatening tone.
"Cooperating with him is tantamount to going against me. You should weigh the consequences yourselves."
Wu Yanchou turned his head to look in the direction of the mudflats, his eyes full of pride and confidence.
He believed that it wouldn't be long before Chen Shanhe couldn't withstand the pressure and would leave this place in disgrace.
At that time, the entire Conch Beach will still be firmly in his own hands.
III. Planning to Reveal the Truth in Public
Su Wanjing held her phone, constantly scrolling through various group chat messages in the town, her heart filled with anxiety.
Her fingers swiped rapidly across the screen, her expression growing increasingly grave as she read, the rumors becoming more and more outrageous.
"The rumors are getting more and more outrageous; they've even started spreading that the Su family is bad at judging people."
"Some people say the mudflats are completely ruined and the Su family is about to go bankrupt."
She paced back and forth on the beach, tapping her fingers incessantly on her palms, growing increasingly agitated.
"I want to go to the town square and publicly display the repaired mudflats."
"I want everyone to know that we did not destroy the mudflats; we were framed."
Chen Shanhe sat on a rock to the side, his expression calm and composed, showing no sign of panic.
"If you go now, you'll only be besieged by rumors, and you won't be able to explain yourself at all."
"Wu Yanchou was prepared in advance and will definitely hire people to stir up trouble, which will only give him a pretext to criticize him."
Su Wanjing suddenly stopped and looked at Chen Shanhe, her eyes filled with anxiety and helplessness.
"What should we do? Should we just let them slander us like this?"
"The Su family's reputation, and yours, will be completely ruined by them."
Chen Shanhe slowly raised his eyes, his gaze firm, already having a plan in mind.
"Rumors stop with facts, so let's just lay out the facts and let everyone see for themselves."
He stood up, dusted himself off, and spoke in a steady and powerful tone.
"Go back and have the Su family release the news."
"Three days later, the restoration results will be publicly displayed on this open mudflat."
"We will also release the first batch of shellfish seedlings in public so that everyone can see the truth."
Su Wanjing's eyes suddenly lit up, and the anxiety in her heart dissipated considerably in an instant.
"A public demonstration? Let the whole town come and see it for themselves?"
Chen Shanhe nodded, his tone resolute.
"Seeing is believing; no amount of rumors can compare to seeing it with your own eyes."
"And let Wu Yanchou know that his underhanded methods can't hurt me at all."
Su Wanjing nodded repeatedly, her expression brightening, her previous gloom completely gone.
"Okay, I'll go back and make arrangements right away, and notify every household in the village to come and witness this."
"I also need to notify all the businesses in town so that they can come and see for themselves."
Three days later, it will be time to clarify everything and publicly humiliate the opponent.
He also thought of the invitation sent by the Murong family in the provincial capital, and his eyes darkened slightly.
If handled properly, this tidal flat dispute would be his first step in establishing himself locally and connecting with forces in the provincial capital.
It can both solidify the foundation and expand one's network, achieving two goals at once.
IV. Conspiracy in the shadows, awaiting the storm.
The atmosphere inside the Wu residence was gloomy.
Wu Xinggui strode into the hall and bowed to report to Wu Yanqiu.
"Mr. Wu, the Su family has already released the news."
"They said that in three days, they would publicly display the results of the restoration on the mudflats, and they would also release shellfish seedlings on site, inviting the whole town to come and see."
Wu Yanchou held his teacup, took a small sip, and immediately scoffed upon hearing this.
"Showing off results? It's just a way to save face."
"How can mudflats polluted by industrial waste be easily repaired? That's just wishful thinking."
He put down his teacup and tapped his fingers lightly on the table, making a dull sound.
"Chen Shanhe is trying to appease the villagers and the Su family by putting on a show, so as to avoid being abandoned by everyone."
Wu Xinggui immediately bowed and stepped forward, his face full of flattery and obsequiousness.
"Master Wu is wise. He's just bluffing; he won't accomplish anything."
"If it gets exposed, it will only be more embarrassing."
Wu Yanchou's eyes were sinister, and a hint of ruthlessness flashed in his eyes.
"Since he wants to put on a show, let's give him some 'fun'."
"In three days, I will make his exhibition a complete joke."
"We must not only completely cut off his breeding business, but also destroy the reputation and network he has just built up."
Wu Xinggui nodded repeatedly, already understanding his master's malicious intentions.
He agreed in a low voice, preparing to go down and arrange manpower to secretly carry out the plan.
Wu Yanchou leaned back in his chair, a vicious smile playing on his lips, already devising even more ruthless methods.
They would wait three days and then launch a public attack on Chen Shanhe on the mudflats, completely ruining his reputation.
On the mudflats, a gentle breeze ripples across the water, creating a shimmering, seemingly tranquil scene.
But beneath the calm, an even bigger storm was brewing in the shadows.
Wu Yanchou's sinister schemes, the villagers' lack of understanding of the truth, and various undercurrents intertwine.
The public display three days from now is destined to be anything but peaceful; a fierce confrontation is about to unfold.