The Farming Livestreamer: I Don't Want to Inherit Billions!-Chapter 288: Zhai Li’s Triumph

"The public review has ended, and the final shortlist is about to be announced."

At 2:00 PM, the announcement came over the broadcast right on time.

"First, we will announce the International Agricultural Products Excellence Award from this Autumn Expo..."

There are a total of 60 excellence awards, 10 for each region, and during the award ceremony, each will go on stage to receive their award.

For some ordinary fruit and vegetable farmers, receiving this excellence award is a great honor. Later, they can hang it in their vegetable garden or base for display.

The International Vegetable Industry Autumn Expo is not only renowned internationally but is also a highly regarded competition throughout Huaxia.

"Finally, we will announce the 10 finalists for this Autumn Expo. Please bring your vegetables to the backstage shortly for the final expert review."

Following this, the broadcast began listing the finalists one by one: "Zhao Yiyi from Southeast Agricultural University, Yang Lian from Huabei Agricultural Research Institute... Zhai Li from Imperial City University Agricultural College..."

"Lili, it’s no surprise you made it."

The sidekick grinned and complimented.

"Small affair, stay calm."

Zhai Li shrugged. She participated in this kind of competition just for fun, to polish her own image.

"...Chi Youyou from Imperial City University Agricultural College!"

As they finished with their commercial flattery, Chi Youyou’s name was heard from behind.

The sidekick originally wanted to say something, but then saw Zhai Li sneer.

Had she not been shortlisted, it wouldn’t have looked so good for her!

"Let’s go, we need to take the stuff to the backstage."

She said in an extremely cheerful mood.

The sidekick glanced at her, surprised that Zhai Li was so happy about Chi Youyou being shortlisted?

She didn’t quite understand and didn’t dare to ask, swallowing back all her questions.

"Chi Youyou?"

Mr. Song was strolling around the venue when he heard the name Chi Youyou over the broadcast at last.

He asked curiously with a murmur.

"Yes, Grandpa Song, Youyou is very impressive. I heard that usually, very few freshmen participate in the Autumn Expo. This time our school has two: the Zhai family’s young miss, Zhai Li, and Youyou."

Fang Yifei explained casually, with a hint of praise for Chi Youyou in her words.

Mr. Song gave her another look.

This young lady is truly something; despite detesting someone completely, she can still speak highly of them.

He sighed helplessly in his heart. Being old, he preferred not to involve himself in the affairs of young people, as long as this Fang girl didn’t cross any lines. Otherwise, even being an old-timer, he would have to teach her a lesson.

Song Xingruo pouted. Only Feifei could swallow her pride and say good things for that hateful Chi Youyou.

The title of fiancée was taken from her; if it were her, she wouldn’t be so lenient, she’d find a way to drive her out of the Imperial City!

"Mom, why are you pinching me?"

Feeling a sudden pain in her waist, Song Xingruo turned to glare at her mother and asked quietly, holding back her temper.

"Wipe that look off your face! Grandpa seems rather fond of that pesky girl right now. Who knows if he’s under some spell!"

"Really?"

Song Xingruo whispered to Fang Ying as they walked behind the others.

Fang Ying nodded at Song Xingruo, "Even if you’re pretending, keep it up in front of your grandpa, you hear me!"

"Got it! But I think Grandpa will soon change his mind!"

"You better handle your own mess. I don’t want to clean up after you!"

Fang Ying understood her daughter’s temperament, knowing she wouldn’t call the elders to attend the Autumn Expo for no reason; something must be going on!

"What are you two dawdling back there for!"

Mrs. Song shouted, prompting them to catch up quickly.

Backstage.

Zhai Li entered pushing her contest entry vegetables through the door.

"Hello, I’m Zhai Li from Imperial City University College of Agriculture."

"Ah, Zhai Li! Come in, congratulations on being shortlisted, just place your items here."

It was Qiu Lin, the host of the competition and director of the Agricultural College, who greeted her.

"Thank you, Professor."

"I remember now. Aren’t you the student who applied to the International Agricultural Research Institute?"

Another teacher in the room exclaimed, finally recognizing her name.

The whole venue had been buzzing about this for days.

Primarily because today, the director of the International Agricultural Research Institute was also to attend.

"Yes, Professor, but I’m still in the application phase and haven’t joined yet."

"It’s already impressive. We don’t even qualify to apply."

"Thank you, Professor. I still have much to learn and hope for your guidance."

Being a family-trained heir, Zhai Li was quite adept at putting on airs when she wasn’t in a bad mood.

Especially in front of these professors, she appeared as an obedient student, with just an occasional hint of pride, since she believed she was worthy, as she had the credentials for it.

After all, she was the heiress of a major agricultural enterprise!

"Sorry to interrupt, hello Professors, I’m Chi Youyou from Imperial City University College of Agriculture."

At this point, Chi Youyou gently opened the door and was greeted with Zhai Li’s bright smile.

Tsk, enemies do indeed meet on narrow roads.

Fate somehow always brings them together.

Zhai Li was momentarily stunned on seeing her but kept her smile intact.

"Congratulations, Chi Youyou, on being shortlisted. Just set your things over here."

The host professionally guided her.

"Imperial City University indeed has many talents. Has this Chi applied to the International Agricultural Research Institute?"

The inquiring professor was just curious, mainly because there was a lot of controversy surrounding this Chi Youyou this time.

No hidden agenda, just wanted to ask.

International Agricultural Research Institute?

"Chi, the professor is asking you."

Zhai Li intentionally pointed out, eyes glimmering with satisfaction. 𝗳𝚛𝗲𝕖𝚠𝚎𝚋𝗻𝗼𝕧𝗲𝐥.𝚌𝚘𝐦

Chi Youyou snapped back and shook her head.

"Makes sense, not just anyone can apply to the International Agricultural Research Institute. Look at me, at my age, I don’t even qualify, but you’re still young, Chi. You have plenty of opportunities ahead, don’t give up! Keep striving!"

The assisting professor, a bit older, had mixed feelings about Chi Youyou from outside, but was personally optimistic about her and didn’t want her to stray, so he encouraged her a bit.

"Thank you, Professor, I’ll strive even harder!"

Feeling the sincerity from the professor, Chi Youyou smiled and made a cheering gesture.

But to Zhai Li, this gesture seemed utterly ridiculous.

That’s the International Agricultural Research Institute, not just another vegetable plot; it’s not a place you can enter just by working hard!

Seriously, bumpkin, stop dreaming there!