Siheyuan: I just want to live

So, Old Man Li put the fishing rod on the ground. The fish that was still struggling on the hook took the opportunity to break free and escape back into the water, but Old Man Li had no time to take care of these at the moment.

He turned to look at Chen Feng with curiosity and asked, "Chen Feng, tell me quickly, what is so special about this so-called wilderness survival shovel in your hand?"

When Chen Feng heard what old man Li said, he was secretly delighted, thinking that he had successfully aroused the interest of this old man.

However, he did not immediately agree to give the other party a detailed explanation, but responded calmly.

"Grandpa Li, it's not too late to talk about this shovel later. Let's just enjoy fishing today!"

Who would have thought that when Chen Feng said this, Old Man Li would not accept it. He frowned slightly and retorted in a slightly anxious tone.

"When can't we fish? Chen Feng, stop dilly-dallying and introduce this shovel to me first!"

After saying that, he stared at the shovel at Chen Feng's feet with burning eyes.

Chen Feng couldn't help but feel overjoyed when he heard what Old Man Li said, but on the surface he pretended to be helpless and responded: "Well! Since Grandpa Li is so insistent, then I will introduce him to you!"

Then, Chen Feng bent down and picked up the shovel beside his feet, and while explaining vividly, he demonstrated it to Old Man Li in person. His movements were skillful and smooth, as natural as flowing water.

At the same time, Old Man Li's eyes widened, listening to every word intently, as if he would miss the most important details if he was not careful. Brother Zhang, who was standing next to him, also stared at Chen Feng intently, listening to his narration attentively.

After Chen Feng finished his introduction, Old Man Li couldn't wait to take the shovel from his hand and looked at it carefully.

He first adjusted the shovel to a straight position, and then swung it into the air several times to experience its feel and weight. After several attempts, Old Man Li smiled with satisfaction and muttered to himself, "Hmm... it seems to be quite easy to use!"

After wiping, Old Man Li did not hand the engineer shovel back to Chen Feng. Instead, he threw it to Brother Zhang who was standing on the side and gave instructions at the same time.

"Xiao Zhang! I'm sure you've heard everything Chen Feng said just now! Now go dig a pit nearby and give it a try! See how long it takes!"

Brother Zhang steadily caught the engineer shovel handed to him by Old Man Li, then saluted Old Man Li and said loudly: "Yes, Commander!"

Then, he turned and left without hesitation, as if he had not noticed at all that the engineer shovel did not belong to them, but to Chen Feng.

As Brother Zhang walked away, Old Man Li turned around and looked at Chen Feng again, asking, "Chen Feng! I just heard you mention that this shovel is the first generation product. Do you have any design ideas for the second or third generation?"

Seeing Old Man Li asking, Chen Feng knew that there was no need to hide anything anymore, so he answered readily, "Yes!"

When Old Man Li heard this, he couldn't help but show his joy, and said excitedly: "Since there is, then you and I, an old man, can tell us in detail!"

Seeing this, Chen Feng immediately spoke: "As for the second generation, I plan to replace the handle of the shovel with a hollow one divided into three sections. This way, it will be more convenient when I carry it into the mountains."

Old man Li, as usual, naturally translated and understood what Chen Feng said into statements related to the military field.

Designing the shovel handle into three hollow sections can indeed save space more effectively during the march. To this point, Old Man Li nodded repeatedly to show his approval.

After Chen Feng noticed that Old Man Li nodded, he continued, "Inside the hollow shovel handle, I plan to put things like fish hooks, fishing lines, magnesium rods, and tinder! This way, even if you are in the wilderness, you can still make a fire and fish."

Listening to what Chen Feng said, Old Man Li nodded in agreement again. He also thought that what Chen Feng said made sense. After all, during the march, they would most likely face the dilemma of lack of fire and food.

Carrying such items does not take up space, and those fish hooks and fishing lines can also be used together with grenades to create sophisticated booby traps.

Seeing that Old Man Li nodded slightly in agreement, Chen Feng enthusiastically explained to him in detail the various outstanding performances of the second-generation engineer shovel.

At this moment, Chen Feng was talking incessantly and eloquently, while Old Man Li was listening attentively, nodding from time to time to show that he deeply agreed with what Chen Feng said.

In this way, time passed quietly without anyone noticing, and Chen Feng still had no intention of stopping the story.

Finally, after explaining all the key points one by one, Chen Feng seemed to suddenly remember something, paused for a moment, and then added again.

"Oh, yes! I have already drawn the corresponding drawings of the features and functions I just mentioned, and they are now in my home."

After saying that, Chen Feng looked at Old Man Li, his eyes flashing with confidence, and then made a suggestion.

"Grandpa Li, if you want it, I'll find a skilled blacksmith in a few days to make a real one according to this drawing and give it to you. What do you think?"

At this moment, before Old Man Li responded to Chen Feng's words, Brother Zhang came quickly with a shovel in his hand. He was covered in mud, as if he had just struggled out of the mud, and walked straight to Old Man Li.

Then, Brother Zhang straightened up and reported to Old Man Li in a serious tone: "Report to the commander! After unremitting efforts, the soldier pit has been dug. Please go and inspect it in person!"

His voice was loud and firm, revealing the fortitude and courage unique to a soldier.

When Old Man Li heard this, he was slightly startled, but soon recovered and said slowly: "So fast? Well, not bad! Well, I will go and check it out!"

After saying that, he stood up and followed Brother Zhang with steady steps towards the direction of the individual soldier pit he had dug.

Chen Feng, who was standing by, was extremely curious when he saw this scene. He didn't even care about the fishing rod on the ground and immediately followed behind Old Man Li to find out what was going on.

Old man Li walked slowly and steadily to the individual soldier pit dug by Brother Zhang, bent down and examined it carefully, and a look of satisfaction gradually appeared on his face. The size, depth and structure of this individual soldier pit were quite in line with standard specifications.

After confirming that everything was correct, Old Man Li straightened up, turned his gaze to Brother Zhang who was standing beside him, and asked with a hint of expectation and curiosity in his eyes.

"Xiao Zhang! Come on, tell me, when you used this shovel just now, did you have any special feelings?"

When Brother Zhang heard Old Man Li ask this question, his heart tightened, but he quickly adjusted his state, straightened his body and answered.

"Commander, in my opinion, this shovel is really good! It feels heavy in the hand, has a good texture, and is very handy to wield. Whether it's digging or shoveling, it can handle it easily!"

After saying that, Brother Zhang couldn't help but touch the shovel in his hand, as if he couldn't let it go.

After hearing Brother Zhang's comments, Old Man Li raised the corners of his mouth slightly and nodded gently to show his approval.

Then, he fell into a brief contemplation, as if he was thinking about something important.

After a while, Old Man Li seemed to come to his senses suddenly and looked at Brother Zhang again, but did not continue to ask questions about the shovel.

Because he knew very well that although Xiao Zhang was just an orderly beside him, he had been working in the army for several years after all, and only after going through layers of screening and testing had the opportunity to be assigned to work on his side.

Therefore, Old Man Li still has great confidence in Xiao Zhang's military accomplishments. Since Xiao Zhang said that this shovel is easy to use, it must have some unique features.

After hearing what Xiao Zhang said, Old Man Li turned his head suddenly, stared at Chen Feng, and spoke.

"Chen Feng, you told me before that the blueprints of the second generation are stored in your house! If that's the case, let's go to your house right now and take it away!"

"I plan to take it back and ask professionals to make it myself. I want to see if this thing can have as many functions as you said!"

When Chen Feng heard what Old Man Li said, he instantly understood that the matter of the engineer shovel had been settled, and he felt relieved.

However, in order not to make his inner thoughts too obvious, he hesitated for a moment before responding slowly.

"Grandpa Li, didn't we come out here specifically to fish today? Why are we in such a hurry to go home now?"

Then, Chen Feng continued, "How about this? Let's enjoy fishing today, and I'll send the blueprint to your door tomorrow, how about that?"

After listening to what Chen Feng said, Old Man Li waved his hand gently and responded with a smile on his face: "Chen Feng, fishing can be done anytime, there is no rush. Let's go back to your house first and get back the important drawings! Don't delay the business!"

When Chen Feng heard Old Man Li's attitude, he was secretly delighted in his heart, but on the surface he still pretended to be helpless. He sighed and continued.

"Okay, okay, since you've spoken, I'll obey you. I'll tidy up the fishing rod first, and then we'll go home!"

Old man Li looked at Chen Feng's obedient look, nodded with satisfaction and expressed his agreement.

"Well, not bad! Let's hurry up, I'll pack up my fishing rod too, and we'll try to get home early to get the blueprint!"

As soon as the voice fell, Chen Feng and Old Man Li turned and walked towards the river. They sorted out their fishing gear one by one and placed them neatly in the trunk of the car.

After everything was ready, Brother Zhang started the car engine and drove towards the city with Chen Feng and Old Man Li.