Chapter 152: Hungry People

The man was silent for a moment, as if considering Li Xiangqian's request. "Okay, I can give you some fruit, but it's not for free. You have to pay for it." He said, with a hint of threat and transaction in his voice.

Li Xiangqian's heart tightened. He knew it would not be an easy task. However, for the sake of the people in the yard, he had to do his best. "What price do you want?" he asked tentatively.

The man showed a smug smile on his face, "I have a small request. As long as you can help me complete it, I am willing to give you some fruit."

Li nodded in agreement, and made up his mind that he would do his best to accomplish it no matter what the cost. "Please tell me what you want me to do."

A trace of greed flashed in the man's eyes. "I need you to help me collect some special fruits. They grow deep in the orchard and are difficult to obtain. As long as you help me collect enough fruits, I will give you the fruits you need."

Hearing this request, Li Xiangqian's heart sank. The fruits deep in the orchard were not easy to collect, and he needed to overcome many difficulties. However, for the sake of the people in the yard, he was determined to do his best. "Okay, I will try my best to fulfill your request." He said solemnly.

The man nodded with satisfaction and said, "That's good. You go deep into the orchard to look for those fruits first. When you bring back enough, I will give you the fruits you need." After that, he turned and walked back into the house, leaving Li Xiangqian alone in the orchard.

Li Xiangqian walked through the dense woods of the orchard, but his heart was not at peace. He was disgusted and angry at the behavior of Jia Dongxu, the owner of the orchard. Jia Dongxu obviously had enough resources, but he deliberately set up obstacles and let others do things for him. This despicable behavior made Li Xiangqian deeply disdainful.

During the long search, Li Xiangqian's mood became heavier and heavier. He walked through orchard after orchard, passing through the trees, looking for the special fruits that Jia Dongxu needed. Although he was full of dissatisfaction and disgust with this task, he had to endure it for the sake of the people in the yard.

Every time he returned empty-handed, Li Xiangqian became more depressed. He began to doubt his own abilities and whether it was worthwhile to work for such a selfish person. But every time he saw the hungry people in the yard, the fire in his heart was rekindled, and he was determined to keep going.

During the search, he kept thinking of Jia Dongxu's smug face, and his disgust became stronger. He imagined beating Jia Dongxu's smug face to pieces, pulling out his selfish soul, and letting him taste the pain of the people he had harmed.

However, reality is always cruel. No matter how angry or disgusted Li Xiangqian was, he had to complete the task and succumb to Jia Dongxu's request. This made him feel extremely helpless and resentful, but he also understood that this might be the only contribution he could make to the people in the yard.

The contradictions and entanglements in his heart made him feel exhausted, but he still gritted his teeth and moved forward step by step. He knew that no matter how great the difficulties were, he could not give up easily, because he was carrying the expectations and hopes of too many people.

As Li Xiangqian tirelessly searches for the special fruit deep in the orchard, he accidentally meets two people who share the same goal as him: Xu Damao and his loyal partner Bang Geng.

Xu Damao is a shrewd and capable middle-aged man, who exudes a cunning aura and does not look like someone who is easy to mess with. Bang Geng is a tall man with a sly gleam in his eyes, as if he is always ready to deal with any possible threats.

When Li Xiangqian saw them, he became alert. He knew that in such a difficult environment, everyone would fight for their own interests, and Xu Damao and Bang Geng were obviously no exception. He could not help but watch them vigilantly, trying to understand their true intentions.

Xu Damao saw Li Xiangqian coming, and a strange light flashed in his eyes. He smiled at Li Xiangqian, as if to tell him not to worry. "Hello, young man, it seems that you are also looking for some special fruits." His voice was a little playful, which made Li Xiangqian alert.

Li Xiangqian nodded without answering. He was not at ease with this stranger because he did not know what Xu Damao's real purpose was, nor did he know whether he would pose a threat to him.

Bang Geng stood quietly by the side, looking around as if he was looking for something. His expression was cold and calm, and he didn't show any emotion, making it difficult to guess what he was really thinking.

Li Xiangqian was alert, but he did not want to have a conflict with these strangers. He knew that they might be looking for special fruits in the orchard, and there was no need for unnecessary conflict between them.

"Are you also looking for fruit?" Li Xiangqian asked them, trying to break the awkward atmosphere.

Xu Damao smiled and nodded, "Yes, we are also looking for fruits. However, it seems that our goals may be different."

Li Xiangqian frowned, he didn't know if there was any hidden meaning in Xu Damao's words. However, he didn't want to ask more, because he knew that in such an unfamiliar environment, it was important to remain vigilant and cautious.

While searching for special fruits in the orchard, Li Xiangqian began to listen more to the words of He Yuzhu, the elder of the courtyard. He Yuzhu is the wise man of the courtyard, and his words and actions are always well thought out, full of wisdom and experience. Li Xiangqian realized that He Yuzhu's advice and guidance might help him better deal with the dilemma at hand.

Li Xiangqian and He Yuzhu sat in a quiet corner of the yard, and he listened devoutly to He Yuzhu's teachings. He Yuzhu's voice was steady and gentle, full of understanding and perception of life, which made people respect him.

"Go forward, life is a journey full of challenges, and we must learn to face and deal with all kinds of difficulties bravely." He Yuzhu's words made Li Xiangqian feel powerful and encouraged.

Li Xiangqian nodded, showing his understanding and agreement. "Yes, Grandpa He, I will try my best to face and overcome the difficulties."

He Yuzhu smiled and continued, "When facing difficulties, we must learn to listen to our inner voice and stay calm and rational. Only in this way can we find the right solution."

Li Xiangqian silently absorbed He Yuzhu's teachings, and felt extremely warm and comforted in his heart. He realized that He Yuzhu's words were not only teachings to him personally, but also care and protection for the people in the entire courtyard.