Yunding Ranch

Chapter 363 Get rid of the bondage
120 a pound.

There are a full 120 pounds of kale left in the warehouse.Compared with other vegetables that are all sold out, the residual stock of kale is really too much, which shows the attitude of Texans towards kale; however, Michael made a bold move and ate all the stock in one go, swiping his card Checkout, liquidation on the spot.

After confirming that he had all the kale in his pocket, Michael left the exhibition area contentedly, and said happily that he still wanted to go shopping in the exhibition area again, "Unfortunately, the other vegetables in Yunding have been sold out I'd like to buy some lettuce, tomatoes, broccoli, etc., if I can."

Michael was wandering happily in front, while Randy and Lu Li fell behind, only now did he have time to discuss the situation just now.

"...A private supermarket bought all our inventory." Randy simply explained that it was not yet twelve o'clock at noon, but all the vegetables at the Yunding Ranch booth were sold out, and that was the reason.

In the United States, in addition to large chain supermarkets, small private supermarkets are also very popular. Most of them are run by Indians, Koreans, and Africans. They are like a grocery store, but they also sell fresh ingredients. The main customers Is a resident of the area.

Lu Li suddenly realized, "It seems that in the past few days, the word-of-mouth spread has been pretty good." Originally they were only planning to retail, but unexpectedly they attracted wholesale purchases from small supermarkets, which is a good thing.

Randy nods wildly in agreement, "So what's up with him?"

Following Randy's line of sight, Lu Li saw Michael's back.A Michael is almost equivalent to a small private supermarket.This made Lu Li laugh out loud, "He is... an opportunity for us to develop."

In the afternoon, Lu Li accompanied Joseph, Michael and others to watch the final of the obstacle course. Professional players from all over the world showed their skills and competed for the final champion.

Everyone says that the obstacle course is the most dangerous competitive competition. There is a reason for this. A mistake in rhythm or a missed opportunity may lead to a real upside-down. Five contestants fell off their horses. Fortunately, he was not seriously injured.But it has also been confirmed that because of this danger and excitement, the viewing value of the obstacle race has skyrocketed, and it is a completely different viewing experience from the speed race.

After a whole day of playing, Lu Li took the initiative to extend an invitation to welcome everyone to Yunding Ranch.Fabio was the first to respond positively, Michael was even more eager to try, Joseph also readily went, and the others naturally had no objections.

As the host, Lu Li led everyone to visit the pasture during the winter break.In fact, there is no scenery worth visiting in the ranch now. The farm and vineyards are undergoing short-term recuperation and adjustment, and there is hardly any green. Only a small part of the vegetables in the farm have not been fully harvested, and it looks desolate. .

But the pasture in autumn has another beauty. The red forest stretches along the undulations of the horizon; on the calm lake, you can see plump fish jumping up, breaking the reflection of the oak forest on the lake, There are layers of ripples; the cute flocks are like cotton candy, moving bloatedly on the vast grassland, as if the quiet water is cruising on the green ocean; a gust of wind blows in, carrying a touch of fruity fragrance , fascinating.

Michael developed a fascination, almost fascination, for the farm and the vineyard, especially after tasting the other vegetables and wines produced by Yunding.

He felt that this land must be magical, and Lu Li and Randy's management was also very good, and it could definitely go further.Therefore, he firmly believes that Lu Li should start growing avocados, bananas and other fruits, and more salad vegetables, and even build a sports track similar to a triathlon, making this place a combination of fitness and vacation. Leisure place.

Everyone couldn't help laughing, and sure enough, Michael kept his word, and even the ranch was transformed into an alternative gym.

Later, Joseph learned that Lu Li was going to write an article about Michael, and he couldn't help laughing, "Fourteen, you know, you have a unique interpretation and sense of smell for news, which is your advantage. The craftsman column is an ingenious one." Choice, it's brilliant, no doubt about it, because of this column, people see your talents. But, beyond that, you should go out of your own safety zone and try more."

Lu Li understood immediately.

In the field of news, there are countless events worth writing about, and there are eight thousand new events that appear every day.Just the theme of craftsmen, Lu Li can write continuously. He will always meet new craftsmen and generate new inspiration, just like meeting Michael today; but, he can't stand still and just be satisfied with this .

This will make him lazy, and then gradually lose the ability to innovate, and finally lose the vitality of creation.

After thinking about it carefully, Lu Li agreed with Joseph's point of view.Now that he left the "New York Observer" and became a freelance writer, and won the opportunity to cooperate with the "New York Times", why didn't he be bolder, put his wild ideas into action, and become a real journalist? What about the reporter?

"At least wait until I finish writing this cowboy convention." Lu Li responded half-jokingly.

Joseph nodded again and again, and laughed boldly, "Of course, of course. I'm still waiting for your manuscript."

After sending off Joseph and his group, Lu Li started to get busy. On the one hand, he was rushing to draft and ensuring the quality. Lu Li got rid of the frame of the craftsman's column and observed the Cowboy Conference from another angle; on the other hand, It is to start preparations for wine competition related matters, and at the same time, the declaration procedures for organic farms need to be completed.Not only that, the cowboy convention in full swing is also not to be missed.

All things were brand new to Lu Li, so he had to start investigating from the basic information.

For example, what are the international competitions for red wine, and can you directly participate in them?Or do they need to pass the selection in the Texas area, or the selection in the West Coast of the United States, and win a place before they can participate?For another example, what are the precautions for participating in these competitions, and do you need any professional certification?
For example, how should the declaration of organic farms be carried out, and what preparations do they need to complete?As another example, even if he brings kale and personally visits the Regional Purchasing Manager at Whole Foods Market, should he prepare a detailed program plan as if to attract investment?
Of course, the most important thing is to report the cowboy convention from the perspective of a reporter, but not fall into the stereotype-otherwise Joseph would not need to find him. There are many such reporters in the "New York Times".This is the challenge that Lu Li University has dreamed of for four years.

I read the printed manuscript carefully, marked out some typos, marked some revised details, and then read it again, deliberated, and then satisfactorily put the manuscript on my knees, and spit out a long In one breath, he stretched his waist greatly.

This is the first official manuscript he completed as a reporter—although it was not published in the "New York Times" but posted on the Internet, the satisfaction and joy in his heart overflowed uncontrollably.The world in the reporter's eyes is indeed completely different from that of ordinary people, and he likes this kind of world.

After stretching his waist to the extreme, his body tensed up, and the manuscript on his knees involuntarily slipped down and scattered on the ground in the porch.

Before Lu Li had time to bend down to pick up the manuscript, he saw Teddy walking over, sticking out his tongue and starting to lick the paper, Lu Li immediately remembered Teddy's special hobby, "Hey, Teddy, buddy, don't , this is important information!"

But Lu Li's movements were still half a beat slow. Teddy had already bit the two manuscripts in his mouth and began to tear them apart. Lu Li only had time to pat Teddy on the head before laughing helplessly, "Teddy... ..." He was only half a beat slow, and he couldn't keep up with the speed.

For the first moment, Lu Li wanted to open Teddy's mouth and take out the paper; but after thinking about it, he gave up immediately. Why bother? Anyway, there is still a file in the computer, and there are not many revisions just now. He It's all in my mind, not to mention, even if I'm rescued, I probably won't be able to see clearly.

So, Lu Li ignored Teddy, and conveniently put away the rest of the manuscripts, and Teddy snatched another one, which is really dumbfounding.

He casually put the manuscript on the window sill, and Lu Li patted the hair on Teddy's head, "Have you been suffocated for half a year?" After getting up, Teddy naturally couldn't find any files to destroy again—but Randy, Jessica and others suffered successively, and of course Tony.

Teddy didn't intend to talk to Lu Li at all, and was still chewing the paper intently, like a three-year-old baby who got his favorite toy. The whole world fell silent, leaving only the toy in front of him.

This made Lu Li laugh out loud, "So is that how Cole feels now?" The feeling of falling out of favor.

"How do you feel?" An inquiring voice came from the front of the garden, causing Lu Li to look up. He followed the voice and saw a few people bustling around. It was Richard.

"The feeling of being ignored by pets." Lu Li didn't hide it, and teased himself calmly, which made everyone laugh.Richard raised his voice and said, "Every owner is ignored or even despised by his own pet. Isn't this theorem of keeping pets? I thought Darwin had already confirmed it."

The ridicule of this cold joke made everyone burst into laughter in unison.

Standing beside Richard were Mark, Raymond and Robinson. They had said before that they would visit the ranch, but they did not expect to come so soon.

(End of this chapter)