Several days later .
A group of unexpected people came to Cloud Street .
Also, there were many reporters following them .
The Nobel Foundation Chairman, Edward, looked at the scene before him . In that instant, he was startled . Then, he asked his followers who were beside him .
"That Chinese medicine master does his research here?" He could not quite believe it . To him, this looked like a commercial street .
In such a noisy place, how would one be able to conduct research?
That follower was a Chinese man but he had always lived overseas, so he didn't know what was going on either . But according to his research, it seemed to be the case, so he nodded .
"This is the place," he said firmly .
Edward didn't say much else but he was still doubtful .
The reporters who were following heard their discussion and almost couldn't help bursting into laughter .
Research?
Research my a*s! This is a commercial street and Master Lin sells his scallion pancakes here .
Then, Edward realized that there were many people queueing up . The queue snaked all the way to the end of the street .
"What are they doing?" asked Edward .
That follower didn't understand it . He didn't stay here, how would he know?
But the reporters started to express their willingness to help as they softly explained, "Chairman Edward, these people are all waiting for Master Lin . "
When Edward heard that, he came to a realization . "So that's it . Master Lin possesses such medical prowess but doesn't immerse himself in his research lab . Instead, he comes out to treat the people's illnesses . That is truly admirable . "
When the reporters heard that, they laughed embarrassedly and didn't say more . They decided to let the big shot think whatever he wanted . They would be able to see Master Lin soon anyway .
They only hoped that when that happened, he would not be too agitated .
The queuing townsfolk were stunned when they saw the reporters and they were filled with curiosity .
"What do you think these people are here for? Why do I suddenly feel as if Master Lin's place is frequented by reporters a lot . "
"Who knows? That's really scary . I think that in the future, if we come across any injustice and we want to look for reporters, we should just wait here at Master Lin's place . Reporters would definitely show up after a while . "
"It looks like these reporters are reporters from large news agencies . They're much more impressive than those small-fry reporters . "
"Look at that old man . His aura doesn't seem normal . "
The crowd whispered amongst themselves . They had come to queue even without much hope of getting the scallion pancakes . They just wanted to feel the atmosphere as they queued .
And if they became lucky and suddenly managed to buy the scallion pancake, that would really be like hitting the jackpot .
Now that the reporters had come, they were very curious .
Edward was quite excited as he was about to meet the Chinese medicine master who had conquered leukemia . Facing a true scientist, he would always show his best side .
After all, he had the highest respect for scientists .
Suddenly!
When he reached the place, he was astonished .
"Be patient . It is limited to ten servings a day . If you don't want to queue, take a look at the poster on the wall . Anyone interested can take a look . " Lin Fan was making his scallion pancakes skillfully . An aroma filled the air that made it hard for the townsfolk to resist .
At this moment, Lin Fan saw the reporters too and he was curious . He wondered why these reporters were here again . But now, he was still busy working, so he waved his hand and said, "Please wait a moment . Let me finish preparing the scallion pancakes .
Edward was a little confused . He asked, "Is this the Chinese medicine master, Lin Fan?"
His tone was one of disbelief because this was completely unlike what he had imagined .
The reporters nodded . "Yes, this is Master Lin . But please wait a moment . Master Lin is selling scallion pancakes . He'll be done in a while . "
"But really, Master Lin's scallion pancakes are delicious . Once you eat it once, you'll definitely want it a second time . "
Edward was shocked . He even started stuttering a little as he didn't know what to say . His eyes gaped as he stared at the reporters .
"Isn't Master Lin the Chinese medicine master? This…"
The reporters nodded . "Yeah! He's the Chinese medicine master . But Master Lin's main profession is a scallion pancake seller . Chinese medicine is his secondary profession . "
Hearing that, Edward was completely dumbfounded .
What did these reporters just say?
Main profession and secondary profession?
Scientist?
This…
Soon, Lin Fan was done selling the scallion pancakes . He picked up the cloth and wiped his hands before nodding at the reporters, indicating that they could come now .
The townsfolk who hadn't managed to buy the scallion pancakes were feeling helpless . They had failed yet again .
But the current situation made them very curious . They wondered what these people were here for . Every time reporters came, something big would definitely happen .
Edward, under the beckoning of the reporters, walked over slowly and stiffly .
A reporter said, "Master Lin, this is the Nobel Foundation Chairman, Mister Edward . He came over from Sweden to give you the award . "
When Lin Fan heard that, he was surprised . He hadn't expected the chairman to personally come to him . Then, he extended his hand and smiled . "Nice to meet you…"
Edward gained back his senses when he saw Lin Fan's extended hand . "Nice to meet you, Master Lin . "
Greasy and scallion-smelling .
This was Edward's first impression .
He was trying to find all kinds of ways to make sense of this situation .
For example, scientists all had strange working styles .
Perhaps this Chinese medicine master enjoyed selling scallion pancakes after finishing his research .
The surrounding townsfolk heard the exchange of words and were stunned .
They hadn't thought that the Nobel Foundation Chairman would personally come to Shanghai to present the award to Master Lin . To them, this was a huge event .
At that moment, many people took out their phones and started capturing photos and videos . They wanted to share this within their social circles .
Then, Lin Fan didn't know what else to say .
How are you?
I'm great .
What was there to say after that?
Edward was silent for a moment as well . He hadn't expected that Lin Fan would not spontaneously start a conversation . In the end, he had no choice but to speak first .
"Master Lin, we are truly sorry . It's because we didn't investigate properly that we made an unfair judgment . We hope that you could forgive the Nobel Foundation's mistake," said Edward sincerely .
"It's nothing . Don't worry about it . " Lin Fan smiled . He wasn't even bothered by this matter . Then, he gestured . "Come in and talk . "
The shop wasn't big but the environment was pretty good .
Edward could read Chinese characters . He looked at the prizes that were hung on the wall and was taken aback . There were many Good Citizen Awards as well as a banner .
Such things were commonly seen in the offices of scientists but mostly, they were science-related awards . It was rare to see these kinds of awards .
To him, this Master Lin was very different from other scientists .
Chapter end
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