Chapter 201 Ripe Crops

"Now that cities are developing so fast, young people are willing to live in high-rise buildings and don't have the time and energy to take care of these things." Auntie sighed softly, "But you are different. You are willing to stay here and inherit the family business. I really admire you."

Li Xiangqian was moved when he heard this. He was not obsessed with the past, but was also aware of the difficulties and challenges of reality. However, for him, this courtyard was not just a residence, but also the foundation of his family and a part of his own life.

On a cold winter morning, Li Xiangqian got up early to prepare for the day's work. He placed the planting tools and consumables he needed in the courtyard of the old quadrangle and checked to make sure everything was ready.

"It's so cold, be careful not to get cold." Uncle Wang, a neighbor in the yard, came over and reminded worriedly. Uncle Wang is an old farmer near the courtyard. Although he is over 70 years old, he is still energetic and often comes to help Li Xiangqian deal with major and minor matters in the yard.

Li Xiangqian smiled and nodded, gratefully taking the cup of hot tea handed to him by Uncle Wang, "Thank you, Uncle Wang. I will pay attention." He knew that Uncle Wang really cared about him, and felt very warm in his heart.

After Uncle Wang left, Li Xiangqian checked the list of tools and consumables again. In addition to the necessary seeds, fertilizers and tools, he also prepared some cold-proof clothing and warm clothing. Although the winter is cold, he is not willing to slow down the pace of planting. For him, every harvest is an affirmation and reward for his efforts.

He silently planned today's work in his mind. First, he would inspect the greenhouse to ensure that the temperature and humidity inside were suitable for plant growth; then he would water the fruit trees and vegetables. Although the weather was cold, he knew that plants had strong vitality and needed sufficient water to maintain healthy growth.

At this moment, he saw the puppies in the yard gathered together and ran towards him with their tails wagging. These puppies were raised by my aunt, and they often ran around in the yard, adding a lot of vitality and energy to this old courtyard. Li Xiangqian squatted down and stroked their heads, feeling a sense of peace and joy.

The work went smoothly. Although the winter cold made people feel uncomfortable, Li Xiangqian still devoted himself to the planting work. He planned every step carefully and was unwilling to waste any time and resources. For him, this was not just planting, but also an attitude towards life and awe of nature.

Before dusk fell, Li Xiangqian finished all the work for the day and looked at the neat and orderly scene in the yard with satisfaction. He knew that all this was the result of his unremitting efforts and the inheritance and development of his ancestors' planting skills. His eyes were shining with determination and pride, and he was full of hope and expectation for the future.

On a spring morning, Li Xiangqian got up early to start a new day of planting. He felt the breath of spring getting stronger, and the signs of the earth returning to spring filled him with anticipation.

However, today's work was not smooth. At the beginning, he neglected some details when planting the vegetable field, resulting in some seeds not being planted at the correct depth, and some were even eaten by birds. This made him feel a little anxious and lost, because these small problems had almost never happened before.

"Brother Li, look at these birds. They seem to like your food too." Uncle Wang came over and said jokingly, trying to calm Li Xiangqian down.

Li Xiangqian smiled and shook his head. "Yeah, I seem to have been a little careless today. I didn't expect birds to be so cunning."

Uncle Wang patted Li Xiangqian on the shoulder and said, "Don't be discouraged. Everyone makes mistakes. Every setback is an opportunity for growth. You will learn more from it."

Li nodded forward and looked at Uncle Wang gratefully. "Thank you for your encouragement, Uncle Wang. I will remember it."

Despite feeling a little disappointed, Li Xiangqian did not give up. He spent more time carefully checking each row of seeds to make sure they were planted in the right way. He also used bamboo baskets to block some places where birds often appeared, hoping to reduce their disturbance.

In the process of work, he constantly adjusted his mentality and methods. He knew that planting was a job that required patience and carefulness, and every detail could affect the final harvest. He tried hard to control his emotions and tried his best to stay calm and focused.

At noon, Li Xiangqian temporarily put down his work and returned to the small house in the old house. He lit a stove of firewood, and the warm firelight and incense filled the small house, bringing him a sense of peace and comfort.

Sitting at the table, he picked up a planting notebook left by his ancestors and read it again. These records are not only technical guidance, but also a kind of spiritual comfort and source of strength. He draws wisdom from the notebook and thinks about today's mistakes and ways to improve.

"Maybe I should be more careful and not underestimate any link." He said to himself, trying to find inspiration from his mistakes.

In the afternoon, he returned to the vegetable field to continue working. This time, his steps were slower and his movements more meticulous. He carefully buried each seed, covered it with soil, and gently laid out the bamboo basket. Although birds flew by from time to time, these small movements seemed orderly.

As the sky gradually darkened, he felt a sense of accomplishment when he looked at the fruits of his labor. Today's setbacks did not discourage him, but made him more determined to love and persist in the planting business.

On a clear autumn morning, Li Xiangqian was ready to start a day of planting. He stood in the courtyard of the old quadrangle and felt the morning sun shining on his face, bringing a touch of warmth and hope.

However, his mood was not completely peaceful. A recent experience made him realize his inadequacy in food reserves. Although the planting season was not over yet, he was well aware that he might encounter difficulties with food shortages in the coming months. This made him feel a little nervous and anxious.

"Brother Li, you look a little worried today." Uncle Wang came over and looked at him with concern.

Li Xiangqian gave a bitter smile and said, "Yes, Uncle Wang. I am considering the issue of food reserves for the future. I am afraid that I am not prepared."

Uncle Wang patted Li Xiangqian's shoulder gently and said, "I do have some experience in this. Do you want to hear my advice?"

Li Xiangqian nodded, hoping to find some solutions from Uncle Wang's experience.

"First, you can plan how much food and vegetables you will need next and try to stockpile them in advance. Second, you can consider extending the planting season and appropriately adding some crops that mature quickly.