Siheyuan, integrating everything, cultivating the city

Zhao San looked around and confirmed that no one noticed them before he whispered, "I heard that the developers in town are looking for land recently. They may want to acquire land for new projects. Your piece of land may also be within their target range."

Li Xiangqian felt his heart sink. Although he had a premonition, he still felt powerless when he heard the news. He suppressed his anxiety and tried to stay calm: "Is this news reliable? Are they really planning to requisition that piece of land?"

Zhao San nodded, his expression solemn: "The news is not too accurate yet, but you have to make plans early. If it really happens, you can't wait until the last minute to act."

Li Xiangqian was filled with mixed feelings, and all kinds of thoughts flashed through his mind. The opportunity seemed to be in front of him, but it also meant that he had to make a decision as soon as possible - should he continue to plant, or make more realistic arrangements for the future?

"Thank you, Third Brother. I'll keep an eye on it." Li Xiangqian forced a smile, but he was already calculating rapidly in his mind. He knew that he had to speed up his pace, seize the opportunity in front of him, and create as much value as possible on this land, so that he could be invincible in future changes.

Zhao San patted Li Xiangqian on the shoulder and said meaningfully: "Brother, you have to plan ahead for everything, and you can't wait until things are settled before dealing with them. You are a down-to-earth person, but in this world, being down-to-earth is not enough." Li Xiangqian silently accepted Zhao San's advice. He understood that the world was changing rapidly, and he could no longer rely on the traditional way of life as he did in the past. He must learn to find space for survival in the changes and seize every possible opportunity.

After saying goodbye to Zhao San, Li Xiangqian went to the farmers' market and carefully selected several nutritional supplements and crop yield enhancers. He told himself silently that this might be his last chance. If he could grow high-yield crops on this land, he would be able to gain better bargaining chips in future changes.

After returning home, Li Xiangqian immediately started to work. He carefully mixed the nutrients into the soil and followed the instructions, fearing the slightest negligence. He knew that every step was crucial and related to whether he could create greater value on this land.

At night, Zhao San's words kept coming to his mind. He clearly felt that he was at an important juncture and he had to make a choice. Should he continue to farm or prepare for future changes? This was a difficult decision, but he knew he had no choice.

He took a deep breath and told himself that no matter how many difficulties he faced, he would not give up this land easily. This land carried his life's hopes and dreams, and he would do his best to protect it until the last moment.

The next day, Li Xiangqian got up early again and went to the field. He looked at the land that had been fertilized with nutrients, and a strong determination surged in his heart. He knew that the opportunity was now in front of him and he could no longer hesitate. As long as he had firm beliefs and worked hard, he might be able to win this game.

Li Xiangqian made up his mind silently that he would spare no effort in farming. He believed that only through his own hands could he create real value on this land. And all this would win him a glimmer of hope.

Midsummer is here, the sun is scorching the earth. Li Xiangqian stands in the field, looking up at the cloudless sky. The sun is like a fireball, shining fiercely on his back. Sweat keeps dripping from his forehead and neck. He wipes it with his sleeves, but the sweat soon flows down again, and it seems that he can never wipe it clean. He bends down and works for a long time, and feels that the clothes on his back are tightly attached to his skin as if they were soaked. The sticky feeling makes him irritable.

Li Xiangqian stopped his hoe, straightened up, and took a breath. The scorching heat made him feel dry and thirsty, as if his body was hollowed out. He looked around, but there was no one in the field, only the occasional cicada chirping in his ears. Li Xiangqian felt a deep loneliness and exhaustion. He knew that he was the only one holding on to this piece of land, and he was the only one fighting against this scorching summer.

He squatted down and poured some water from the kettle on the ground. He drank while thinking about the next work. Although the weather was hot, he couldn't stop, and the crops in the field still needed his care. Especially those new varieties, they need more water and nutrients to fight the hot weather. Li Xiangqian understood that if he relaxed at this moment, all his previous efforts might be wasted. "It's so hot today, why are you still working in the fields?" Suddenly, a crisp voice came from not far away, breaking the silence around. Li Xiangqian looked in the direction of the sound and saw Xiaoli, a little girl from the neighbor's house, walking towards him with a basket of things. Xiaoli had a smile on her face and a straw hat on her head, looking full of energy.

"Oh, Xiaoli, why are you here?" Li Xiangqian was a little surprised. He stood up and wiped the sweat from his forehead.

"My mother asked me to bring you some food and some herbal tea, fearing that you might get tired working in the fields." Xiaoli walked up to Li Xiangqian and handed him the basket. The basket contained a few slices of watermelon and a pot of cold mung bean soup. Through the thin gauze, the red color of the watermelon looked particularly tempting in the sun.

Li Xiangqian was touched. He took the basket and said with a smile, "You are really thoughtful. I am thirsty." He picked up a piece of watermelon and took a big bite. The cold juice burst in his mouth instantly, bringing a cool feeling. He couldn't help but sigh that this was the most pleasant moment in summer. You have been busy in the fields every day recently, so you have to take care of yourself. We all know that you are working hard for this year's harvest, but you can't tire yourself out. "Xiao Li's tone was full of concern. She knew that Li Xiangqian's life was not easy, and she could see the persistence and hard work in his heart.

Li nodded, chewing a watermelon, and said vaguely: "I will pay attention, but the situation this year is special. I have to hurry up and take good care of these crops. There can't be any mistakes."

Xiaoli looked at Li Xiangqian with a glimmer of pity in her eyes. She knew that Li Xiangqian had shouldered too many responsibilities alone, and his loneliness and helplessness were hidden under his strong appearance, which could only be felt by people like her who were in close contact with him.

"You always work so hard, and the villagers admire you very much, but you have to save some energy for yourself and don't let yourself get too tired." Xiaoli's tone was full of concern.