Fan Qianqian bid farewell to a group of children and headed towards Chen Yuan’s farm.
"Not going to ask more questions?" the photographer poked his head out and inquired.
"No need." Fan Qianqian waved the notebook in her hand, which was filled with densely packed interview Q&A, and smiled lightly, "It’s already enough."
Based on everyone’s descriptions, she had already pieced together a fairly complete picture of Chen Yuan in her mind.
Next, she needed to confront Chen Yuan directly to complete the final image assembly.
As she walked to the farm’s gate, Fan Qianqian found a business vehicle with the words [Times Daily] engraved on it parked ahead, and she couldn’t help but be taken aback.
"Did they get the news before us?"
Seeing that the old rivals arrived at the farm first, Fan Qianqian’s face immediately turned ugly.
In today’s world, the competition between news media is extremely fierce; all media outlets hope to release hot content faster than their peers to gain more traffic.
Both [Donghuang Daily] and [Times Daily] are top-tier media outlets, fully understanding the importance of timeliness and having vied for first-hand reports of hot topics countless times.
"Let’s go, get inside!"
Fan Qianqian quickly adjusted her mindset, put on a warm smile, and walked forward with confident strides, with the photographer following closely behind.
"Khak."
A sharp blade glinting with a cold light suddenly extended out, blocking their path.
Iron Head stood in a shadow, its dark gray body reflecting the metallic cold light, its deep eyes exuding inquiry and scrutiny. The imposing aura it emitted from within caused both of them to freeze in place.
Such a terrifying Steel-headed Ground Rat, it was like facing an unsheathed sword, leaving one breathless.
Even the well-informed Fan Qianqian was startled at this moment, but she tried her best to maintain calmness and composure, speaking in a rather steady voice: "Hello, we are reporters from Donghuang Daily, here specifically to interview Advisor Chen Yuan."
She knew that a Pet Beast with such strength could certainly understand human language.
Indeed, the Steel-headed Ground Rat first carefully examined the two of them, then turned towards the farm’s interior and called out loudly: "Khak."
Soon after,
Chen Weiyi hurried to the farm’s gate: "Hello, both of you are..."
Fan Qianqian maintained a dignified smile and presented her press card: "Hello, I’m Fan Qianqian, a reporter from Donghuang Daily, here specifically to interview Advisor Chen Yuan."
Chen Weiyi glanced at the press card and then stepped aside: "Please come in."
Walking into the farm’s interior, Fan Qianqian couldn’t help but ask: "Just now, that Steel-headed Ground Rat was..."
Chen Wenhao replied with a smile: "Oh, it’s helping to guard the gate to prevent any malicious wild Pet Beasts from intruding."
Fan Qianqian nodded in apparent understanding, yet somehow felt a sense of absurdity.
Whose farm has such a strong Pet Beast for gatekeeping?
Moreover, it looked as if it would strike them down if they didn’t properly explain their intentions.
With it guarding the gate, what wild Pet Beast would dare to break in?
Moving forward, Chen Weiyi reminded her: "Before you, another reporter has already arrived."
Fan Qianqian nodded to show understanding, but she wasn’t concerned.
Even if someone had arrived before her, she was confident in publishing an even more exciting report.
Suddenly, some tall trees next to the yard caught Fan Qianqian’s attention, and she gave a signal with her eyes, prompting the photographer to point the camera at these trees immediately.
Chen Weiyi introduced: "These are things he tinkers with when he’s idle; I remember they’re called Blazing Fruit Tree, Luminous Fruit Tree, and Void Fruit Tree. They look impressive, but they actually take a long time to bear fruit."
Upon hearing these names, both were stunned on the spot.
As journalists and photographers of the new era, both had some knowledge of content related to Pet Beasts and Spirit Plants and were naturally familiar with the famous Luminous Fruit and Void Fruit.
Looking at each Spirit Plant, lush like a small forest, Fan Qianqian’s heart surged but eventually turned into one thought:
If Advisor Chen can cultivate these Spirit Plants, which trouble countless researchers so well, then isn’t it reasonable for him to independently research the advanced conditions of the Flame Cloud Falcon Commander to Morning Star Quality?
At this moment, Fan Qianqian became even more firm in her mind.
Returning her gaze, Fan Qianqian was also captivated by the Pet Beasts living on the farm.
The Run Run Duck basking in the sun on a big rock, the Electric Flying Cat peering curiously at them from the treehouse, the Fallen Meteor Horned Beast jogging in the yard, the Bean Chicken and Little Chicks wandering around, and the Wood Spirit Rat family diligently tidying up.
This isn’t a farm; it’s clearly a miniature Pet Beast exhibition garden.
When Fan Qianqian, led by Chen Weiyi, entered the hall, she suddenly locked eyes with the long-haired woman sitting in a chair.
For a moment, they stared at each other, both remaining silent.
As expected, it was her, the reporter from [Times Daily], Zhao Sirui.
Fan Qianqian glanced and recognized her instantly as Zhao Sirui, whom she had crossed paths with several times, known for her outstanding business capabilities.
"I didn’t expect her to be this fast." Fan Qianqian secretly raised her guard.
Zhao Sirui also recognized Fan Qianqian, nodded in greeting, but thought to herself: "As expected of her, she came up with the same idea."
When Chen Wenhao’s paper sparked widespread discussion online and major news outlets rushed to report it, Zhao Sirui’s focus was unique: she keenly captured an even more explosive news topic that would attract more traffic.
Approaching only from Chen Wenhao’s paper content and life experiences seemed too dull, and the majority would only read it for fun.
But what if there is a champion brother of Chen Wenhao?
Wouldn’t the appeal be much greater?
Hence, she rushed overnight to Xuanhe Village, attempting to start with Chen Yuan, make inroads into this event, and focus on the capable brothers, which would surely spark more heated attention and discussion.