Siheyuan, integrating everything, cultivating the city

Li Xiangqian subconsciously wanted to run away, but before he could turn around, he felt a sharp pain on his head. His eyes went dark, and his body fell to the ground weakly. At the moment he lost consciousness, he vaguely heard a low curse.

When he woke up again, Li Xiangqian found himself tied to a chair, with a splitting headache and a blurry view of the surroundings. Slowly, he gradually saw the scene in front of him clearly - he was still in that shabby little house, and standing in front of him was Xu Damao.

Xu Damao's face was gloomy, with a complex light flashing in his eyes: "Xiang Qian, you are so bold that you dare to follow me. Did you hear something from Yi Zhonghai?"

Li Xiangqian blinked, thinking quickly about how to respond. He tried to play dumb: "Brother Damao, I didn't hear anything. I just saw someone enter the room, and I followed to see out of curiosity. I didn't know it was you."

Xu Damao sneered and waved his hand: "Don't pretend, that old fox Yi Zhonghai must have said something to you, otherwise you wouldn't be so sneaky. Tell me honestly, what did he say to you?"

Every morning, Li Xiangqian gets up early, opens the gate and greets the morning sun. He works in the fields, watering, weeding and fertilizing tirelessly. Although the area of ​​the courtyard is limited, Li Xiangqian's diligence and carefulness make these small fields gradually show vitality. As time goes by, the seeds break through the soil, and the tender green seedlings sway in the wind under the sun, as if telling him the joy of growth.

Li Xiangqian does not simply farm, he also keeps learning advanced planting techniques. He reads many agricultural books and takes online courses to learn how to better control soil moisture and prevent pests and diseases. He even set up a small experimental field in a corner of the courtyard to try different planting methods and new fertilizers. The harvest after each experiment, whether successful or failed, becomes his valuable experience, and he keeps improving and pursuing better results.

In addition to farmland, Li Xiangqian also pays great attention to environmental protection in the courtyard. He set up a rainwater collection system in the courtyard to store rainwater for irrigation. In order to reduce the use of chemical fertilizers, he raised some earthworms in the field. These small creatures can not only improve the soil, but also help plants absorb nutrients better. He also planted a large number of flowers and plants to attract bees and butterflies, which not only beautified the environment but also helped the pollination of plants.

As the seasons change, the crops in the fields gradually mature. Every time the harvest comes, Li Xiangqian feels extremely gratified. Although his small courtyard field and surrounding environment cannot be compared with large-scale farms, under his careful care, this small piece of land has shown an amazing harvest. The yard is filled with the aroma of grain, and there is a strong sense of abundance in the air.

Li Xiangqian's hard work has also won praise from his neighbors. They often visit his home and witness how this small field has become a vibrant oasis in Li Xiangqian's hands. Li Xiangqian is happy to share his experience, tell about planting techniques and tips, and discuss with everyone how to achieve sustainable agricultural development in limited space.

Li Xiangqian sat on a wooden chair in the courtyard, looking up at the sky, with endless thoughts in his mind. Today was a rare good day, the sun shone through the gaps between the leaves into the yard, and the air was filled with the fresh smell of soil. He had a faint smile on his face, but it was hard to hide his inner fatigue and satisfaction. After a period of hard work, he finally saw green seedlings and plump ears of grain. The pride and sense of accomplishment in his heart made him feel that all the efforts were worth it.

At this time, neighbor Lao Li walked into the yard and saw Li Xiangqian sitting quietly on a wooden chair. He asked with concern, "Xiao Li, why are you daydreaming here again? I've seen you busy these past few days. You've worked so hard."

Li Xiangqian raised his head, looked at Lao Li, smiled and said, "Lao Li, it's nothing, I just feel that the results of the past few days are good, and I feel at ease."

Old Li sat down next to him, pointed at the fields in the distance, and exclaimed: "You have really developed this small field well. Although it is small in size, the crops grown are very effective. Your skills are really amazing!"

Li Xiangqian smiled a little embarrassedly: "No, no, it all depends on my usual hard work and some tricks. I am still learning and striving to grow better. Especially this time I tried some new planting methods, and the results are pretty good."

Old Li nodded slightly, with a look of appreciation in his eyes: "I see you have been so busy these days that you almost forgot to eat. I brought some fresh tofu and bacon from my home for lunch today. Come and have a taste of them. How about we celebrate this good harvest together?"

Li Xiangqian felt warm in his heart. He looked at Lao Li's sincere smile and knew that this was the kindness of his neighbor. He stood up and patted Lao Li on the shoulder: "Thank you, Lao Li. That's great. We can celebrate together!"

The two quickly set up a table in the yard. The tofu that Lao Li brought out was tender and delicious, and the bacon smelled fragrant. Li Xiangqian's wife also brought out some home-cooked dishes from the kitchen. Everyone sat around the table, and laughter filled the entire yard.

At the dinner table, Li Xiangqian couldn't help but recall the time when he first started planting. At that time, he had just learned some planting techniques from books, and his heart was full of longing for the future, but also accompanied by a lot of anxiety and confusion. Whenever he saw problems with the seedlings in the field, he would always fall into deep anxiety, not knowing whether his efforts would be rewarded.

"Do you remember when you first started farming and you were worried about whether your techniques would work?" Old Li asked with a smile, as if he could see what Li Xiangqian was thinking.

Li Xiangqian nodded, a trace of emotion flashing in his eyes: "Of course I remember, I was really nervous at that time. However, as I gradually accumulated experience and saw the progress bit by bit, the anxiety in my heart has decreased."

Old Li sighed and smiled, "This is called growth. Young people like you, with this persistence and hard work, will definitely have a bright future."

Li Xiangqian was filled with gratitude towards his father. He knew that the recognition and support from his neighbors was not only an external affirmation, but also an inner encouragement. Looking at the prosperity in the courtyard, Li Xiangqian could not help but think of his father's words: "As long as you work hard, any difficulties will be solved."