Siheyuan, integrating everything, cultivating the city

He knew that his efforts were gradually bearing fruit on this land.

"This cabbage field is growing well. If I can plant more seeds next year, I'm sure we'll have a better harvest." Li Xiangqian said to himself, with a hint of satisfaction and anticipation in his voice. He wiped the sweat off his forehead, packed up his tools, and prepared to go to the yard for dinner.

The moment he walked into the kitchen, Li Xiangqian felt a warm breath. Although the lights in the kitchen were not bright, the familiar warmth always made him feel at ease. Several aromas wafted out of the kitchen. It was his wife Wang Mei preparing dinner for them. Wang Mei was a hardworking and simple woman who could always make the most delicious meals with the simplest ingredients. Li Xiangqian walked to the dining table and looked at the sumptuous dinner, his heart full of gratitude.

"Mei Zi, the dishes I made today smell so good and are so delicious." Li Xiangqian said to Wang Mei with a smile.

Wang Mei carried the dishes and gently placed them on the table. A shy smile appeared on her face, and the fine lines at the corners of her eyes looked particularly soft under the light. "Don't just say nice things. These dishes are the result of your hard work. I also added some salt and seasoning today to see if it can be more flavorful."

Li Xiangqian sat down, picked up his chopsticks and took a bite of the dish, nodding slightly. "Indeed, it tastes better than usual. You are really amazing."

Wang Mei sat opposite him, her eyes full of tenderness and concern. She looked at Li Xiangqian, feeling a little uneasy. "Xiangqian, do you think this hard life is too tiring? Sometimes I see you busy all day long, and I'm really worried that you can't take it."

Li Xiangqian smiled and reached out to hold Wang Mei's hand. "Meizi, don't worry. Although these years are indeed tiring, I like this kind of life. Every bit of sweat is worth it. Watching these crops grow gradually, I feel an indescribable sense of satisfaction in my heart."

Wang Mei sighed softly but nodded. She knew her husband had always been strong and persistent in his ideals. She didn't say much, but just quietly accompanied Li Xiangqian for dinner. In her eyes, Li Xiangqian's figure was so tall and warm, and his perseverance and persistence had long become the deepest pride in her heart.

After dinner, Li Xiangqian helped Wang Mei clean up the dishes, then walked out of the kitchen and stood in the yard. His eyes wandered in the vegetable garden, thinking about tomorrow's work plan. The night breeze blew, bringing a bit of coolness. He couldn't help but stretch his body and felt a little tired, but this tiredness did not make him feel frustrated, but made him more clearly aware of his goals and direction.

At this time, the old dog in the yard also slowly walked to Li Xiangqian's side and rubbed his legs with his head. Li Xiangqian lowered his head and stroked the old dog's head. "Xiaobai, you are also tired all day, right? It's okay, we will continue tomorrow."

The old dog lay on the ground obediently, seemingly satisfied with Li Xiangqian's words. Li Xiangqian stood in the yard, looking at the vegetable gardens gradually shrouded by the night, with an inexplicable peace in his heart. Although the road ahead is still long, he knows that he has sown the seeds of hope in this land.

The next morning, before it was completely light, Li Xiangqian had already woken up. He habitually put on his work clothes, put on a straw hat, and walked out of the door. The light of the sky had just begun to shine, and the soil in the vegetable garden seemed particularly moist under the nourishment of the morning dew. Li Xiangqian carefully observed the condition of the soil, and his heart was full of anticipation for a new day of work.

On this day, Li Xiangqian had a particularly heavy workload. He needed to tidy up the vegetable garden, check the growth of each plant, and prepare new seeds for sowing. His hands turned the soil back and forth, his movements were skillful and quick. Every time he inserted the hoe, he had a deep understanding of the soil, and every time he turned the soil, he was looking forward to a good harvest in the future.

In this busy work, Li Xiangqian always maintains a sense of peace in his heart. He knows that although the work at hand is very hard, only through continuous efforts can he get the ultimate reward. The growth of each plant and the unfolding of each green leaf are the best rewards for his hard work.

At this time, the voices of several neighbors came from the yard. They also showed great interest in Li Xiangqian's vegetable garden and came to visit. Li Xiangqian put down his tools and went forward to greet them.

"Good morning, Li Xiangqian! Your vegetable garden is so beautiful. We also want to learn how to grow it." A neighbor said with a smile.

Li Xiangqian saw the curiosity and enthusiasm on the faces of his neighbors, and felt a little happy. "Good morning, everyone. In fact, these are not difficult things. As long as you take good care of them, the plants will grow well."

Neighbors gathered in the vegetable garden and listened carefully to Li Xiangqian's explanation. Their eyes showed admiration and recognition for Li Xiangqian. While explaining, Li Xiangqian carefully demonstrated the techniques of planting and caring for the vegetables. He knew that this was not only about sharing his own experience, but also about letting more people understand and appreciate this hard work.

As time went by, Li Xiangqian's vegetable garden attracted more and more attention and praise from his neighbors. They came to ask him for advice and learn his planting techniques. Li Xiangqian was generous and passed on all his experience and knowledge to them. His words were full of love for agriculture, persistence in life, and a beautiful vision for the future.

In his interactions with his neighbors, Li Xiangqian felt an unprecedented sense of satisfaction. Deep in his heart, he has long regarded this labor and effort as a way of life and pursuit. His hard work is not only for himself, but also for the people around him to experience the fun and value of this labor.

In the evening, Li Xiangqian returned home with a smile on his face. He was in a particularly good mood because he not only completed his work, but also helped more people. Wang Mei couldn't help but feel gratified when she saw his smile. She knew that Li Xiangqian's efforts and contributions had long been recognized and appreciated by everyone.

Li Xiangqian has been working hard to keep the vegetable garden in good order, taking good care of every inch of soil and every plant. However, as time went on, some minor incidents began to appear in the interactions between neighbors, and what made him most unhappy was some of the behavior of Li Xiaojun, the youngest son of the Li family.

Li Xiaojun is a curious little boy who often runs to Li Xiangqian's vegetable garden to wander around the fresh vegetables and green seedlings. However, his curiosity sometimes turns into unintentional destruction.