At this time, Lin Cheng explained some more. “The farm’s main business is not fruit and vegetable production, so there is no need to worry about it.”

Selling the farm’s crops only ensured the long-term operation of the entire farm—it’s just one of the many segments.

… …

After hearing Lin Cheng’s explanation, everyone reacted:

[I understand, so Lin Cheng just wants to sell the ripe vegetables in the field to ensure the continuous operation of the planting area without wasting it, right?]

[Actually, if you think about it, it’s not bad. There are so many vegetables on the farm that will be wasted if they are not picked and will just rot in the fields. If they are supplied to the school, at least they can recover some of the cost of the vegetables.]

[And now that the farm is in operation, the guests are all excited to come and experience farming and harvesting. The farm will definitely produce a lot of vegetables and fruits, and it is actually good to provide them to schools nearby.]

… …

[ Having said that, I feel that Lin Cheng’s consideration about this matter has been quite thoughtful.] Some people said.

[I also feel that Lin Cheng’s performance in this task is a bit beyond my expectations. ]

It was true that many people in the livestream channel were worried that Lin Cheng would mess up and overturn in this week’s episode. Unexpectedly, Lin Cheng did a pretty good job.

[Haha, if you hadn’t reminded me, I would have almost forgotten that Lin Cheng is not a professional. ]

[Wait, what was Lin Cheng original occupation again? Sorry, I forgot. ]

[Hahaha, I forgot too. ]

… …

“There is another reason,” Lin Cheng said. He paused and then said, “I am also a parent.”

Previously, Lin Cheng may not have paid much attention to this aspect, but ever since having Lin Momo, he has also begun to pay attention to the needs of growing children.

“So that’s how it is,” Leader Ren smiled and nodded, and then said, “But I can’t let you lose in this matter.”

After thinking about it, Ren simply said, “Well, your farm will provide fruits and vegetables, and we will arrange for workers and volunteers from the village committee and school to come over to reduce your transportation costs. In addition, when it is time to harvest, and you are too busy, our village committee can organize people to come over to help.”

Finally, Leader Ren waved his hand and signed a supply contract with Lin Cheng.

… …

It was already late when Lin Cheng and his party returned to the farm.

“Momo helped in the fields until after 5 o’clock…” Assistant Xiao Yang reported to Lin Cheng what Lin Momo did that day.

Lin Cheng nodded and asked, “Has she had dinner?”

“Yes, she ate with everyone in the cafeteria.

“By the way, boss, this was reserved for you by Momo,” Assistant Xiao Yang said to Lin Cheng, gesturing to a strange-looking fruit plate next to him.

When Lin Momo was working in the fields, the farm workers picked these for her. After bringing them back, Lin Momo cleaned the cucumbers, watermelons, and tomatoes, cut them into pieces, and put them on the fruit plate.

Looking at the fruit plate in front of him, Lin Cheng smiled.

“Where is she now?”

“In the office.”

Lin Cheng nodded, took the fruit plate, and walked towards the office.

In the office, Lin Momo was sleeping on the sofa covered by a small blanket. Perhaps she was too tired after a busy day. At this time, Lin Momo was sound asleep, and she didn’t notice Lin Cheng come in.

Lin Cheng hugged Lin Momo and moved her to a more comfortable position, wiping the sweat from her forehead.

After a while, Lin Cheng went around to the desk.

Lin Cheng’s desk now had an extra row of decorations—it was hard not to notice.

“Momo did this,” Assistant Xiao Yang said from the side.

Today, Lin Momo picked up all the vegetables and plants that had been pulled out of the ground and were relatively intact. After returning to the office area, Lin Momo found some discarded plastic bottles. She diligently washed the vegetables one by one and put them in the plastic bottles.

Used plastic bottles and old vegetables. Although this combination was a bit strange, after looking at it for a long time, somehow it didn’t feel ugly anymore.

Looking at the row of vegetables and plant arrangements on the table, Lin Cheng couldn’t help but smile.

“Alright, let’s get down to business,” Lin Cheng said and asked Xu Yi and others, “Is the budget proposal ready?”

“It’s ready. Farm renovations, equipment procurement, and the purchase of some supplies—they’re all here,” Xu Yi said.

As he passed the report to Lin Cheng, he expressed embarrassment again, “The total investment budget is a bit high. Boss, can you maybe make slight adjustments to some projects, such as the renovation of the playground and zoo? Take it easy for now and go full force later?” Xu Yi suggested.

Lin Cheng said, “No, the zoo and amusement park will be opened according to the plan and in conjunction with the opening time of the resort hotel.

“As for other projects…” Lin Cheng went over the budget list and then said, “The landscaping for green plants can be adjusted.”

The budget for landscaping was indeed quite large.

“Then we will adjust the budget for cheaper green plants per unit price?”

“No need,” Lin Cheng said.

Just when Xu Yi and the other two assistants were confused, Lin Cheng asked them, “Isn’t this already here and available? There are a lot of vegetables and plants in the planting area that have no edible value or will no longer bear seeds. Select some with ornamental value. Just move them over and plant it where you need landscaping.”

Hearing Lin Cheng’s words, the corners of Xu Yi’s mouth twitched: Is this okay?!

Well, it seemed that it could be done…

… … translated by Maela @ whitemoonlighttranslations.com

The livestream channel also became lively at this time:

[Hey now, is this okay?!]

[Hahaha, when did Lin Cheng become a penny-pincher like Momo? ]

[Momo, wake up, your dad stole your idea! ]

[Haha, actually this is okay. The branches of some vegetables look quite ornamental. I have also seen landscape plants lining the streets modified with some vegetables. ]

[I guess it’s a resort hotel on a farm anyway, so it’s okay to be a little unique. ]

… …

Lin Cheng turned another page of the budget and said, ”This trimmings and decorating portion, if there are local alternatives, just purchase them nearby.”

“Yes, I will arrange it.” Xu Yi responded. In this way, they could indeed save some money.

It was only that…

“Even adjusting those parts, the gap in our current available fund is still relatively large. Even if we only prepay 30% of the contract price, we don’t have enough,” Xu Yi said.

“How much more is needed?” Lin Cheng asked.

“At least 1.2 million.” Xu Yi replied.

Lin Cheng nodded, thought for a moment, and then asked, “Doesn’t the farm still owe money to the Chamber of Commerce?”

“Yes, there is still an outstanding loan of 30 million that has not yet been paid off,” Xu Yi said.

“Contact the Chamber of Commerce. I will go to meet with them tomorrow,” Lin Cheng instructed.

Serve as Contrast Team in a ‘Dad with Baby’ Show translated by Maela @ whitemoonlighttranslations.com

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T/N: I re-read the first 20 or so chapters of this last night and it’s AMAZING how far Lin Cheng has come in terms of being a dad. He used to forget little Momo! 😅