lerbook Chapter 157 The People Dispersed
Chapter 157 The People Dispersed
The old lady's words were like a gentle breeze, dispelling some of the anxiety.
Xiao Li looked at her with great admiration.
No wonder he's a retired professional from the city radio station; his voice is so soothing it makes you want to sleep.
Just then, a little girl darted out from the crowd.
Wearing gold-rimmed glasses and carrying a backpack, she quickly slipped into the group of volunteers and said something rapidly.
One of the older volunteers quickly made a phone call, seemingly to ask his superiors for instructions.
After hanging up the phone.
He called Xiao Li back again, whispered some instructions to him, and then Xiao Li came out again.
"Please be quiet, everyone. I understand your expectations, but there's nothing we can do. An accident is an accident, and making a scene like this won't solve anything."
"We currently have the following solutions; please listen to them first."
"We will provide a QR code shortly. Please scan the code to register your contact information. We will notify you via SMS when we resume business."
"Secondly, after research, we decided to upgrade the vouchers into a cultural and tourism pass for the old town, supporting consumption at surrounding teahouses and intangible cultural heritage workshops, and making all tourist attractions in the city free."
"Third, given that most of them are tourists from other places, they may face practical problems such as accommodation. We will also have compensation plans for these, so please rest assured."
Xiao Li said three things in a row.
The logic is clear, and the tone is calm.
The noise in the crowd noticeably subsided, and several young people who were about to start a commotion sheepishly put their phones away.
Taking advantage of the moment when everyone's emotions had calmed down, Xiao Li continued.
"The specific plan will definitely be announced before noon today. Everyone can go to the hotel or the visitor center at the entrance of the community to pick up a small gift."
"Everyone, please prioritize safety. Once Boss Chen recovers, he will definitely return to serving the most authentic flavors, just like before. Thank you all for your understanding!"
The printer at the volunteer service point started working hard, and piles of printed QR codes formed.
Volunteers distribute the items to tourists, who scan a QR code to register and receive subsequent subsidies.
There's no point in making a fuss now that things have come to this.
The crowd finally began to slowly loosen up.
Some people muttered "disappointing" and turned to leave, cursing under their breath.
Some people silently filled out the form, sighed, packed their luggage, and left quietly.
After registering, some people even asked the volunteers what fun places were nearby.
The notice on the roller shutter was still fluttering gently.
But the storm has finally passed.
Eight o'clock.
The crowd in front of the breakfast shop has been dispersed.
The sun rose.
Sunlight streamed obliquely into the rented room through the curtains that weren't fully drawn.
Despite being told to "follow the doctor's advice and rest quietly," Chen Yuan's phone was busier than the steamer in the shop.
It started when the incident happened this morning.
The phone kept ringing, sending notifications, and text messages non-stop.
The neighborhood office, the market supervision bureau, the culture and tourism bureau, various media outlets, and greetings from old neighbors... all sorts of numbers bombarded me.
Chen Yuan leaned lazily against the sofa in the living room, with a pillow under his left shoulder.
Su Qingxue applied ice for a while, then changed to a hot compress and applied it to the bruise.
Because Chen Yuan's physique had been modified, his minor bone fracture had healed.
[Tip: Does the bruise need to be repaired?]
"No, just leave it there and let it heal according to the normal recovery time."
I just replied.
Su Qingxue brought over a plate of washed grapes and sliced cantaloupe and sat down in the empty seat next to him.
She picked up a plump grape with a bamboo skewer, peeled it, and held it to his lips.
"Open your mouth and drink more vitamin C. Don't just talk on the phone and not even drink water."
"Uh-huh……"
Chen Yuan opened his mouth and bit down, speaking indistinctly.
"sweet."
"Is it delicious?"
"tasty."
The screen lit up again as soon as he finished speaking.
The title displayed is "Culture and Tourism Manager".
Chen Yuan cleared his throat and answered the call.
"Hello, Li Ke."
"Xiao Chen, you answered the phone quite quickly. How are you feeling? Has the injury assessment report come out yet? The leaders in the bureau are very concerned and specifically asked me to ask about it."
On the other end of the phone was Lao Li from the Comprehensive Section of the Culture and Tourism Bureau, who sounded concerned.
Old Li and Chen Yuan have always been the ones contacting the Bureau of Culture and Tourism.
Chen Yuan answered crisply and decisively.
"I don't have the injury report with me; I was notified by phone. It said there was extensive soft tissue contusion in the left shoulder, and two minor fractures in the ribs and thigh."
"The doctor requires absolute bed rest for at least a week, and lifting heavy objects is strictly prohibited. It's not a big problem, but it will take time to recover properly."
Every time Su Qingxue heard Chen Yuan talk about his injuries, her heart would tremble.
Old Li breathed a sigh of relief on the other end of the phone.
"Thank goodness, no vital organs were injured. I wonder where these madmen came from; they're utterly lawless! They must be severely punished this time!"
After exchanging a few words of concern, Old Li got down to business.
"That's right. As you know, your breakfast shop has a huge customer flow. When they heard that you were injured and couldn't open, the tourists queuing outside got a bit agitated, and some people online were spreading rumors that you were taking advantage of your big business. Even after you clarified things, the effect wasn't particularly good."
"Here's the thing, after careful consideration, we've decided to ask you to record a short video. It must show your full face, and if it's convenient, you should also show the wound. Is the wound on your face?"
Chen Yuan said, "No, the stick hit me, but there wasn't a scratch on my face."
The person on the other end gasped.
Chen Yuan quickly said, "But I have large areas of bruises on my body, especially on my left shoulder and waist. You can take a picture of that on camera."
Old Li breathed a sigh of relief.
"Okay, okay, let's leave it at that. It's better if you have a shoulder injury. This way, we have a better reason to close down for the holidays. Hmm... could you post a video to let everyone know you're safe and reassure the tourists?"
"In a bit, we'll send you what you want to say in the video. Please shoot several clips, and we'll edit them later. Is that convenient for you?"
After Chen Yuan agreed.
Old Li paused for a moment, then said with some difficulty.
"I know it's a bit unreasonable, and you really should rest well after your injury, but a week is too long."
"Look..."