Chapter 194 Hand her some coins

Li Xiangqian smiled bitterly. "Yes, I am thinking about how we can deal with the problem of groundwater resources. This task is far more complicated than I thought."

He Yuzhu nodded to show his understanding. "Indeed, the use of groundwater involves not only technical challenges, but also management and maintenance issues. We need a more systematic and comprehensive solution."

"Do you have any ideas?" Li Xiangqian asked, hoping to get some new ideas and insights from He Yuzhu.

He Yuzhu thought for a while, then said: "I think we can send some people to the surrounding areas to find out how the locals use groundwater resources. They may have some experience and skills that we can learn from."

Li Xiangqian nodded, thinking that the suggestion made sense. "This is a good idea. We can learn from the experience and practices of the locals," he said. "We can also invite some professional water conservancy engineers to help us design and implement more scientific and effective solutions."

He Yuzhu smiled with relief when he heard Li Xiangqian's response. "Let's start preparing now," he said. "This is a challenge, but I believe that as long as we work together, we will be able to find a solution to the problem."

Li nodded forward, and the trouble in his heart seemed to be relieved. He realized that as a leader, he must dare to face difficulties and challenges, and at the same time be good at listening and accepting suggestions and opinions from others. This is not only a technical and engineering challenge, but also an opportunity for their team to grow and learn.

They decided to take immediate action. Li Xiangqian and He Yuzhu worked out a detailed plan, arranged for personnel to investigate and understand the situation in the surrounding areas, and also contacted professional engineers to help design and implement a new water resource management plan.

Li Xiangqian stood in the corner of the yard, his mind filled with the daily labor and thinking. Although they have been working hard to solve the water problem, the shadow of drought still looms over the yard every time the wind howls. He knows that there are many other problems in life that need to be solved, and not all challenges can be overcome so easily.

On a leisurely afternoon, Li Xiangqian put on his cloak and decided to leave the courtyard for a while to go to the market near the town to find some fresh food. During this period, although their food reserves were sufficient, the variety was single and lacked fresh vegetables and meat.

He walked through the narrow streets and along the crowded alleys to the entrance of the market. The market was bustling with people, and vendors were hawking all kinds of food and daily necessities in the hustle and bustle. Li Xiangqian saw an old lady selling steamed buns at the stall in front of him, and he immediately quickened his pace.

"Grandma, give me two steamed buns." Li Xiangqian said politely to the old lady, with a hint of expectation and relief in his voice.

The old lady raised her head and smiled at Li Xiangqian. She skillfully put two steamed buns in a small paper bag and handed it to Li Xiangqian. Her face was filled with kindness and goodwill, as if she had seen her own grandson's smile.

"This is freshly baked and should taste good." The old lady said gently, her eyes revealing years of wisdom and experience.

Li Xiangqian took the steamed buns and felt the steaming temperature, which immediately whetted his appetite. He smiled and nodded, said thank you, and then handed the old lady some coins as a reward. He suddenly felt that the two steamed buns were not only food, but also a connection, a bond between them and the outside world.

On the way back to the courtyard, Li Xiangqian seemed to be in a much better mood. The simple and delicious steamed buns made him feel the reality and warmth of life. In this difficult time, a hot meal and a kind of communication between neighbors can bring satisfaction far beyond the value of the food itself.

He thought of everyone in the courtyard, imagining their smiles and joy when they shared the two steamed buns. That kind of simple happiness does not require a luxurious table or a sumptuous feast, but it can warm everyone's heart.

Back in the yard, he saw the young people continuing their work. He approached them and took out the steamed buns in his hand. "Come on, everyone, take a break and eat something." He invited them and distributed the steamed buns to everyone.

The young people took the steamed buns and smiled involuntarily. They felt Li Xiangqian's care and consideration, and also felt the warmth and strength brought by this simple food from the market.

Li Xiangqian watched them enjoying the satisfaction brought by the steamed buns, and an inexplicable comfort and satisfaction surged in his heart. In this challenging and difficult time, they were still able to unite and face every difficulty and challenge in life together.

Li Xiangqian strolled through the market, taking in the hustle and bustle. He walked along a street, glancing at the dazzling array of goods on the stalls from time to time. Suddenly, his eyes were drawn to an old lady's stall. The old lady was standing there, holding an old wooden flour mill in her hand, with bags of fresh flour placed beside her.

Li Xiangqian couldn't help but walk over. Seeing the fresh flour made him feel an irrepressible joy, because it meant that they could make more noodles with different flavors and enrich the dining tables of the people in the yard.

"Hello, grandma." Li Xiangqian greeted the old lady with a smile.

The old lady turned her head, a hint of surprise and joy on her face. "Oh, it's you, Brother Li." The old lady said with a smile, "Long time no see, do you think my flour is fresh?"

Li Xiangqian walked to the stall and bent over to look at the flour. "Very fresh." He nodded and said, "Grandma, give me two bags."

The old lady smiled even brighter, and she skillfully scooped up two bags of flour with a small shovel and put them into the cloth bag that Li Xiangqian held out. Her movements were full of sophistication and confidence, and it seemed that every movement was filled with wisdom and skills accumulated over the years.

"This has just been ground, so the quality should be good." said the old lady. Although her voice was a little hoarse, it revealed a warmth and kindness.

Li Xiangqian took the bag and felt the weight and temperature of the flour inside. He knew how precious this resource was, and that it could make their food taste more delicate and nutritious.

"Thank you, grandma." Li Xiangqian handed her some coins as payment for the flour.