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A day's time, neither fast nor slow.
Amid the eager anticipation of the fifteen foster care store owners, the agreed-upon Public Wash and Care Exhibition officially began.
Early in the morning, the fifteen owners gathered at the prearranged location.
For the vast majority of them, this was their first meeting since arriving in Monster Wooden City.
For a time, compliments such as "I've long admired your reputation" were exchanged warmly, and no one showed the slightest disdain towards Xu Ran, the youngest amongst them.
After all, the clash between the local and foreign foster shops had started with him.
Word of the conflict between Starfire Foster and Universe Foster Store had spread to some extent, so everyone was well aware that this seemingly youthful man possessed impressive Washing and Protection skills.
A brief and friendly conversation also allowed Xu Ran to get acquainted with the others.