Food Stall: Customers Chase Me across the Country-Chapter 344 - 345: Essentials for a Great Border Road Trip

Chapter 344: Chapter 345: Essentials for a Great Border Road Trip

Wang Fan continued to travel around with the fire brigade, and in the blink of an eye, it was already the end of June.

This year, for some reason, it’s as if a hole was poked in the Milky Way. Just as the flood in Meizhou receded, other places were hit by disasters.

Fortunately, compared to Meizhou, the scale of these places is much smaller.

He didn’t keep the over one million yuan in relocation compensation he received. Instead, he used it to buy various ingredients for this relief effort. The thought of taking the money away or spending it elsewhere made his conscience uneasy.

This was his last day here.

Everyone was reluctant to see Wang Fan leave, be it the firefighters or the disaster-struck villagers, all had grown accustomed to his presence here.

The chefs from several fire brigades took turns helping him, and over time, they learned a lot and significantly improved their culinary skills.

The villagers felt that eating his meals and knocking on the little wooden fish gave them hope for the future, and the devastation didn’t seem so daunting.

Seeing these reluctant villagers, Wang Fan made a bold decision.

He decided to leave the little wooden fish here!

If he could leave the braised pork pot to his Uncle, then leaving the little wooden fish in Meizhou was certainly possible.

His days were fulfilling beyond measure now, and the properties of the little wooden fish were of no use to him. As for diners, the gourmet dishes he prepared were already enough to make them forget their troubles; they didn’t need the little object.

When Boss Chu heard that Wang Fan wanted to leave the little wooden fish, he immediately said, "Mr. Wang, on behalf of Meizhou, thank you for everything you’ve done during this time. The city just happens to be planning to build a refuge park at the previous shelter site, where we’ll construct a small house to preserve this little wooden fish and other important items from the relief efforts for villagers to visit. If anyone wishes to knock on the wooden fish, they can do so anytime. We’ll ensure 24-hour comprehensive monitoring and safekeeping to prevent any loss or theft of these items."

Wang Fan had already learned about Boss Chu’s identity, but he didn’t rush to ingratiate himself with others. On hearing Boss Chu’s words, Wang Fan thought it was a good idea and agreed.

"Thank you so much."

Boss Chu shook his head repeatedly, "It’s always been us troubling you. Your help to Meizhou is well recognized, and we’ll record it in detail on the achievement monument in the refuge park."

"Uh..."

Wang Fan felt awkward, "That’s not necessary, is it?"

He felt an inexplicable sense of embarrassment about having his name written on such a monument.

Boss Chu insisted, "It has to be. We can’t forget your friendship with Meizhou."

Though Boss Chu seemed determined, Wang Fan still said, "If you’re going to write it, please include those who donated supplies and volunteered. I really didn’t help much, just offered flowers as a tribute to Buddha."

Boss Chu nodded with a smile and didn’t say anything more. Wang Fan, seeing his expression, knew that his words were in vain.

The names of the donors would surely appear, and he could not avoid his name being included either.

Parting is always sorrowful. Facing the reluctance of the crowd, Wang Fan felt a bit of sadness and reluctance in his heart as well. With a smile, he responded to their pleas, "I can’t help much with the rebuilding, but this definitely won’t be my last visit. Once our place is rebuilt, I’ll surely come back."

After saying this, he waved to the crowd, turned, and boarded the camper van, which slowly started and gradually disappeared from their sight.

...

Zhuo Qianqian had finished her exams and officially started her summer vacation. After picking her up, Wang Fan went shopping for supplies.

"The Great Border has a large temperature difference between day and night; it’s very cold at night and very hot during the day, with frequent rains, so you need to bring a windbreaker, sun-protective clothing, and a thin down jacket."

"The UV rays are particularly strong, so hats, gloves, and sunglasses are a must. Sunscreen should be at least SPF 50. Otherwise, Boss, you’ll end up looking like a charcoal ball when you get back."

"I have the photography equipment, so you don’t need to buy more."

"Also, stock up on external medicines, cold medicine, allergy medicine, digestive tablets, face masks, moisturizers, conditioners, and toiletries..."

"Many places in the Great Border are at high altitudes. I’m sure I’ll be fine, but Boss, you should prepare a few oxygen tanks just in case."

Wang Fan realized having a travel expert by his side was truly a blessing. Every detail was effortlessly coordinated; all he needed to do was pay and carry the items, without having to think.

Besides, the camper van had sufficient space, so no matter how much they bought, they could store it all.

Zhuo Qianqian clapped her hands, very satisfied with her handiwork, "Let’s set off for Ili!"

Wang Fan took out his phone, opened the Penguin group, and sent a message, "Summer destination: Great Border. No plans for setting up a stall yet, but if we happen to meet, I can offer a dish."

During the support period in Meizhou, many volunteers from the group had helped, and Wang Fan felt honored to have these fans. So, after finalizing the plan, he immediately posted it in the group.

Once he sent out the message, it was like dropping a nuclear bomb into a deep, tranquil mountain pond.

"Whoa? Whoa? Are you really going to the Great Border?"

"The Great Border? Are you actually going there? I planned to visit the Great Border before graduating from college, but seven years have passed since I graduated, and I still haven’t gone. Boss Wang, please stream it; let me fulfill my college dream!"

"I heard there’s heavenly beauty in the Great Border on earth alone, and I’d love for Boss Wang to do a live-stream."

Wang Fan looked at Zhuo Qianqian and asked, "Do you know how to do live streaming?"

Zhuo Qianqian replied, "I’ve never done it, but I should be able to figure it out. Boss, do you want to stream?"

Wang Fan explained, "Several people in the group want to see the beauty of the Great Border, so I thought about streaming to show them."

"Sure thing! My camera has a live-streaming function, which I’ve never used before, so I could use it this time."

After receiving a positive response from Zhuo Qianqian, Wang Fan replied in the group, "Just as it happens, Qianqian’s camera has a live-streaming function. Once we reach the Great Border, we’ll stream for you."

"Boss Wang, I love you! I’ll have your babies!"

"Thank you, Boss Wang. I’ve heard that June and July are the most beautiful in the Great Border, but my poverty limits me. Being able to see it through Boss Wang’s lens counts as a successful check-in."

"Which platform will Boss Wang be streaming on?"

Wang Fan replied, "I’m not sure about that yet. I’ll have Qianqian look into it on the way, and once we set it up, I’ll post it in the group first thing."

"Okay, we’ll wait for Boss Wang’s update."

"Will Boss Wang be going to Sayram Lake? I’ve heard it’s said by some that life is not complete without visiting Sayram Lake, and I’d really like to see how beautiful it truly is."

"And Bayinbuluke, I’d like to see it too."

"Let’s not be choosy; wherever Boss Wang goes, we’ll see."