After Apocalypse, I Got Rich With Superpower

Yang Zhengfei took over the management of the stores, both of which were being run together and had not expanded much. The barbecue restaurant had restarted its operations. After the spring plowing was finished, Gu Yun joined him in the culinary business, both of them having formally studied to be chefs.

Observing that the two of them were quite busy with the stores but could still manage, they decided to keep it that way for the time being and not to hire anyone else, thinking that they could always hire someone later if it really became necessary.

Except for the very young children at the orphanage, who couldn’t be of much use, the older children who could work had all been taken by the Base Commander for training. No one was left.

Yang Zhengfei and Gu Yun had to take care of the stores themselves—accounting, purchasing stocks, and more as the other people at the farm were too busy. Xie Ling occasionally came over to help, but the rest couldn’t spare the time.

Li Pan intended for the two of them to learn and grow, eventually managing the stores independently so that the two boys could stand on their own in the future.

The older children who had been raised on the farm were now able to handle significant responsibilities and had started earning salaries as adult superpower users. Qin Jianzhong and the others had begun to let the children gain experience and learn to face various challenges on their own.

The children were quite adept at handling responsibilities. When Yang Zhengfei was overwhelmed, Wenwen and Xie Ling came to assist.

Li Pan needed to focus on caring for the spiritual plants and made time every few days to thoroughly purify the three farms. She was also incredibly busy.

The dairy cows had been delivered to the farm. This time, they selected two hundred head of various breeds of dairy cow, planning to make two types of cheese.

They were not being too ambitious for now. Cheese is a seasonal industry, mainly in summer when milk cannot be preserved as milk and is turned into cheese, a fermenting product. Since it constantly ferments, it can spoil if left too long.

They decided not to make the famously strong-smelling blue cheese for the time being, as many people couldn’t tolerate its taste. Instead, they made two kinds: a Water Element soft cheese and a mature hard cheese, which were generally more acceptable to the public.

In the future, they planned to produce an immature hard cheese, but they would start with the two aforementioned types for now.

All three types had good qualities and were adaptable for various dishes, which made them popular with many people.

People from East Mountain Base had come over to help adjust the equipment.

The dairy cows had already been sent to the cattle pens at No.7 Farm and No.9 Farm. There was currently enough fodder for them.

Xue Dong called nearly every day, still somewhat worried about home. But fortunately, Gao Wenbin, who was stationed at No.9 Farm, managed the affairs in an orderly fashion, keeping records of every expenditure, which somewhat reassured him.

"Pan’er, how much money have you spent these days?"

"I’ve spent almost three million, but I still have some money, don’t worry. We’ll recoup some funds with the autumn harvest of medicinal materials, I can manage it for now."

"Alright, I won’t be able to return until spring. I’ve come all this way, so I might as well really learn my craft before returning home. Here at East Mountain Base, thanks to your efforts, people treat me very well. They teach me their secrets hands-on, which hasn’t been a waste at all. I’ve spent money on this, and I must bring skills back home. Wait for me. Don’t worry about money, Brother Dong has kept two million for you as a safety net, so you won’t be let down."

"Okay, I know. Focus on your studies. I’ve also purchased more beef cattle and sheep, which can all be sold for meat. I’m planning to develop a planting area for grain and vegetable gardens at No.9 Farm. I can also raise quite a few pigs and poultry, and in the fruit tree area, I plan to raise free-range poultry like chickens. In about half a year, we can sell a batch of chickens and ducks. Don’t worry, I can arrange everything. Brother Jianzhong and the others are all very busy but still concerned about me."

"That’s good. If you run into any trouble, let me know right away. Don’t take it all on yourself. We’re family, and we’ll face problems together."

"Yes."

At the end of May, the Base Commander called her.

"Pan’er, are you free lately? I have five bases worth of wounded who need your healing. The payment has been agreed at one and a half million, plus other crystal cores and such."

"Okay, how many people in total?"

"There are quite a few this time, probably over sixty people, both severely and lightly wounded. I thought since you need money, you’re asking for less crystal cores and more cash. Let’s get through this tough time. I’ll think about how to assist with other resources later on."

The Base Commander knew she needed money and immediately organized a group of wounded to be brought in for healing, ensuring some income for her.

"Thanks, Uncle, you’ve really gone to a lot of trouble on my behalf."

Li Pan felt a bit embarrassed.

"What are you talking about, we’re family, no need for such formalities. Come over tomorrow, I’ve arranged everything."

"Okay, I need to return home tonight. I’ll come over at eleven in the morning. The spiritual plants at home need to be purified and tended twice a day, I can’t delay that. They grew quite a bit after the last rain, and the Five Elements Fruit has started to yield."

"Really? That’s great news, seems like they might finally be of some use. Take good care of them."

"Mm-hm."

Now that Li Pan had gained space teleportation abilities, things were much more convenient. She could go heal the injured early in the morning and later return to the farm in the afternoon. This was mainly to take care of the spiritual plants, otherwise, she wouldn’t need to travel back and forth like this.

Pei Yuan had taken some time to check the spiritual plants she cared for and was full of praise. He said she did a great job, and the Five Elements Spiritual Fruit might have a chance to upgrade. The life force of the spiritual plants was thriving and growing exceptionally well.

The Base Commander was also very delighted upon hearing this. The kid always managed to bring pleasant surprises, reliable and solid in everything she did.

In the end, these spiritual plant resources were still sold to the base, backed by the Base Commander himself. Li Pan and the farm couldn’t make much use of them; these were items that only high-level users could handle, not the middle-level ones, as the energy was too overwhelming and could cause explosions.

Of course, the Base Commander was happy. The more resources he had, the greater his influence became. He wouldn’t let the rich district stranglehold him, and he could fight for more rights and benefits for ordinary residents, helping them lead better lives.

After busily entering this routine phase, Li Pan finally made a good amount of money after treating this wave of patients. No.9 Farm could operate normally, and there were no major concerns about money for at least two years, which made her feel much more at ease.

Having a free day today, she decided to visit the shop. Coming out from the back warehouse to the front store, Yang Zhengfei and Xie Ling were busy attending to customers.

People were buying items in both stores. Seeing them busy, Li Pan went forward to help pack items.

It was a while before they finished.

"Sis, how come you’re here?"

"I just finished treating the patients at the base, came to see if you guys were busy, and brought you some food."

Li Pan urged them to eat quickly because the crowd would increase soon.

The three of them sat down to eat, chatting as they did so.

"How’s business recently? If you’re not earning much, you might as well come back home. It’s okay to close the shop."

"No need to close it, it’s going well. I’ve made quite a bit this month, I’m not coming back. Farming duties held me back for a while, so a lot of people have been looking for me. My roasted and marinated dishes sell out by three or four in the afternoon; there’s no leftovers."

Yang Zhengfei hurriedly showed her the cash register records.

"Wow, you guys are doing really well."

"The store’s making money this year; just let me keep at it, I’m not tired. No.9 Farm spends so much daily, any bit we can make here helps, even if it’s just enough to cover everyone’s food expenses."

Li Pan smiled and patted Yang Zhengfei’s cheek. "Don’t worry about the money, that’s something for me and your Brother Dong to worry about. You guys just focus on learning your crafts."

"We’re family. If I see something, I can’t just ignore it, unless you don’t consider me your brother anymore."

Yang Zhengfei said earnestly, chin lifted.

"Alright, if you want to keep the accounts, go ahead. I won’t argue with you over that. Do what you want, but don’t overdo it. You still need to study in the evenings, and that can’t be neglected."

"Don’t worry, I won’t neglect it."