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While cooking, Li Xiangqian noticed that Xu Damao looked a little uneasy, so he asked softly, "Damo, are you worried?"

Xu Damao paused, then replied: "Actually, I don't have any particular worries, it's just that I've been under a lot of pressure at work recently. However, seeing your positive attitude, I feel a lot more relaxed."

Li Xiangqian was full of concern, and he knew that his friend needed to find a suitable way to relieve his stress. "If you need help, just tell me. I believe that only through communication and support can we better cope with stress."

Xu Damao nodded, with some gratitude in his eyes: "Thank you, Xiang Qian. I feel very safe with you by my side."

As time went by, the mustard scrambled eggs were finally ready. Li Xiangqian put the scrambled eggs into a bowl, presenting a golden and tempting dish. He placed the dish on the table, full of anticipation for dinner.

"Come on, Damao, try this scrambled eggs with pickled mustard tuber." Li Xiangqian invited with a smile, with a hint of pride and anticipation in his eyes.

Xu Damao took the bowl, took a bite, and a satisfied smile immediately appeared on his face: "Wow, this is really delicious. The salty flavor of the pickled mustard tuber and the soft texture of the egg blend perfectly, it's so delicious."

Li Xiangqian felt a surge of joy in his heart. He looked at Xu Damao's reaction and felt a sense of accomplishment. Although he had experienced many difficulties and setbacks, every effort and persistence made him feel the beauty of life.

After Li Xiangqian and Xu Damao finished their dinner, the kitchen was filled with the aroma of pickled mustard and scrambled eggs, and the fruit salad on the table was tasted one by one. They chatted while tidying up the kitchen, feeling happy. However, Li Xiangqian felt a little uneasy in his heart.

When he returned to the kitchen and put away the dishes, he glanced at the food storage cabinet in the corner. The rice and flour bags were empty, and there was hardly any stock left. This scene made Li Xiangqian feel heavy instantly. He knew that food was very scarce, which forced him to think about how to solve this problem.

"What's wrong? You look like you're worried about something." Xu Damao walked into the kitchen and saw Li Xiangqian with a serious expression, and asked with concern.

Li Xiangqian sighed, turned around, and showed a worried look on his face: "Da Mao, our food stocks are almost empty. Food is very scarce now, and the price is getting higher and higher. Although I tried my best to purchase some, it is still not enough."

Upon hearing the news, Xu Damao frowned and said, "Yes, the recent food situation is indeed not optimistic. The price fluctuations have troubled many people. We must find a way to solve this problem, otherwise it will affect our daily lives."

Li Xiangqian nodded, feeling anxious. He knew that food shortage was not just an economic problem, but also a practical dilemma in life. Every time he went shopping, he felt helpless and stressed in the face of rising prices and tight supply.

"I was thinking, maybe we can grow some food ourselves. Although the current conditions are limited, it is better than relying on the market," said Li Xiangqian, with a determined gleam in his eyes.

Xu Damao thought for a moment, with some approval in his eyes: "This is a good idea. Growing our own food can not only solve the current difficulties, but also increase our self-sufficiency. However, its implementation requires adequate preparation, including soil, seeds and management."

Li Xiangqian nodded, a surge of determination in his heart. He knew that in the face of food scarcity, only by taking the initiative could he find a solution. He decided to start by growing basic food, such as wheat and corn, which are commonly used in daily life and are also relatively easy to manage.

"I plan to open up an area in the yard to grow wheat and corn," Li Xiangqian said, his eyes revealing a bit of firm determination. "Tomorrow I will go to the market to find suitable seeds and start preparing the soil."

Xu Damao nodded, his eyes full of encouragement: "It is necessary to do this. Although the current situation is difficult, as long as we work together, we will be able to overcome these problems. I can help prepare the soil and plant."

Li Xiangqian looked at Xu Damao with gratitude, his heart full of gratitude. He knew that the support and help of his friends was an important driving force for him to move forward. Facing future challenges, they not only need to respond calmly, but also need to unite and solve problems together.

In the following days, Li Xiangqian and Xu Damao worked hard to prepare for planting crops. They cleared a vacant lot in the yard, turned the soil, applied fertilizer, and prepared seeds. Every day, they were busy on the land, and although their hands were covered with mud, their mood became more and more determined.

During the planting process, Li Xiangqian's inner anxiety was gradually replaced by a sense of steadiness and expectation. He knew that these hard work was not only to cope with the current food problem, but also to have more autonomy and security in the future. He carefully observed the changes in the soil and ensured that every detail was done to the best.

At the same time, Xu Damao also actively helped, and they discussed planting methods and shared their experiences. Although the process was full of challenges and difficulties, their cooperation and efforts made them feel a little relieved and satisfied.

One day, Li Xiangqian sat quietly in the yard during his work break, looking at the crops he had carefully grown. He was deeply moved, as if his hard work had given him a glimmer of hope. He realized that although he was facing difficulties, he could only truly change the status quo through his own efforts and persistence.

Xu Damao walked up to Li Xiangqian and saw him deep in thought. He asked softly, "Xiangqian, what are you thinking about?"

Li Xiangqian came back to his senses and said with a smile: "I was thinking, although the efforts these days are hard, seeing these seeds begin to take root and sprout, I feel a sense of accomplishment. Even if we face difficulties, as long as we work hard, we will be able to overcome them."

Xu Damao nodded, with some recognition in his eyes: "You are right. Through these efforts, we can not only solve the current problems, but also lay a solid foundation for the future. As long as we maintain this positive attitude, we will be able to meet more challenges."

Li Xiangqian took a deep breath, his heart filled with determination and hope. He knew that although there were constant difficulties and challenges in life, his and Xu Damao's efforts and persistence would definitely bring about positive changes. Their cooperation and friendship made him full of more expectations and confidence in the future.