PFC Chapter 103 Digging a Pond to Raise Crayfish, Hou Liangping's Anger
Chapter 103 Digging a Pond to Raise Crayfish, Hou Liangping's Anger
Qi Tongwei's journey was full of twists and turns, as he searched everywhere for crayfish seedlings, but ultimately he came up empty-handed.
Left with no other choice, he had to return to Xingfu Reservoir first.
After all, we've been away from the reservoir for so long, who can guarantee that no one with ulterior motives will take the opportunity to file a complaint?
This is a real headache.
When Qi Tongwei stepped onto the land of Xingfu Reservoir again, he felt a sense of familiarity, but also a touch of worry.
Qi Tongwei continued to learn from Zi Yinfa and Lu Erbao, humbly seeking their advice on reservoir management.
While studying, Qi Tongwei also inquired in detail about the various conditions around the reservoir from Zi Yinfa and Lu Erbao.
Zi Yinfa and Lu Erbao are truly veteran employees of Xingfu Reservoir; they've worked here for quite some time.
They are naturally very familiar with the surrounding environment and the people there.
Therefore, Qi Tongwei believed that he would be able to obtain very valuable information from them.
Previously, Qi Tongwei had envisioned digging a pond next to the reservoir specifically for raising crayfish.
However, after careful consideration, he realized that it would be a difficult task for him, Zi Yinfa, and Lu Erbao to dig the pond on their own.
Not only is it time-consuming and laborious, but the results are also unlikely to be satisfactory.
Therefore, Qi Tongwei was eager to find out if there were any villages nearby.
If there are villages near the reservoir, then the villagers can work together to develop a crayfish farming project.
In this way, we can not only promote the vigorous economic development of Xingfu Reservoir, but also truly help local people increase their income and become wealthy, and improve their quality of life.
Wouldn't that be a win-win situation?
But if there isn't a village in the vicinity at all, then there's no other way.
The only option left for the three of them was to grit their teeth, bite the bullet, and personally dig the pond, then run the crayfish farming business on their own!
According to Zi Yinfa and Lu Erbao, there are no villages near Xingfu Reservoir; it is a truly remote mountain forest.
Therefore, many people are unwilling to work at Xingfu Reservoir. The two of them came here to work because they had no connections or background.
There's no village or shop in sight; life here is too lonely.
Qi Tongwei felt utterly disheartened; it was proving too difficult to stir up trouble.
There's no money, no policies, no transportation; all we have is a reservoir.
Qi Tongwei has money, but he won't give it out.
It's against the rules to use your own money for official business.
Qi Tongwei talked to Zi Yinfa and Lu Erbao about raising some fish in the reservoir, not to sell them, but to improve their lives.
Meat is still a scarce commodity.
Even though Zi Yinfa and Lu Erbao, as reservoir managers, only earn a little over a hundred yuan a month, they can't afford to eat meat more than a few times a month.
After all, most of his salary is still sent home to support his family.
If fish are raised in Xingfu Reservoir, then we can eat fish regularly in the future.
In addition, dig a few ponds next to the reservoir to raise crayfish.
They ate some of it themselves and sold the rest to make money.
Zi Yinfa and Lu Erbao were very supportive of Qi Tongwei's proposal.
Who doesn't want to eat meat every day? Who doesn't want to earn more money?
Fish have been raised in Xingfu Reservoir, so we can eat fish every day from now on.
Raising crayfish not only allows you to eat crayfish, but also provides you with extra income.
So the three of them went to Yanshan Township and got some fish fry to raise in Xingfu Reservoir.
Immediately afterwards, these three energetic individuals sprang into action.
They tirelessly searched for all the necessary tools and then immediately began digging a pond about fifty meters away from the dam, below the reservoir!
And so, day after day, under the sun and soaked in sweat, they continued to wield their tools.
The soil was gradually turned over, revealing the beginnings of a large pit.
As time went on, the pit became deeper and wider.
After several days of persistent effort, the three finally succeeded in digging a pond with an area of 50 square meters and a depth of 2 meters.
Looking at the results they had created with their own hands, their tired faces couldn't help but break into joyful smiles.
However, the work was not over yet.
Next, they worked together to cleverly divert water from the reservoir into the newly dug pond.
As clear water flows continuously into the pond, the ripples create a crisp and melodious sound, as if nature is praising their hard work.
After the water level stabilized, they carefully selected and planted some aquatic plants that lobsters like.
These emerald green aquatic plants, like water sprites, add a vibrant touch of color to the entire pond.
After completing these preliminary tasks, the three rested briefly before eagerly embarking on their journey to find shrimp larvae.
They inquired and searched everywhere, not letting go of any clues that might lead to obtaining shrimp larvae.
Persistence pays off, and they eventually found a batch of high-quality shrimp larvae.
Carefully bring these adorable little creatures back to the pond, and then gently place them into their new, ready-made home.
Watching the baby shrimp swimming and playing in the pond, the three were filled with anticipation.
However, they did not stop there.
While their enthusiasm was still high, the three picked up their tools again and continued digging the pond.
The three of them dug a pond, looked after the crayfish, and patrolled the reservoir, leading a fulfilling life.
During this period, Qi Tongwei wrote an article entitled "Some Explorations on Reservoir Economy" and sent it to the Masses Daily, Freedom Daily, Hanjiang Daily, Southern Daily and Huacheng Morning Post.
My previous article, "Reservoirs Have Great Potential," was just an idea; I didn't put it into practice.
"Some Explorations on Reservoir Economy" is a practical application.
Having ideas and daring to put them into practice are exactly the kind of cadres the country needs in the coming years.
Qi Tongwei wants to present an image to the public that he is always striving to find ways to promote development, no matter where he is.
On the other hand, Hou Liangping also learned about the rumors about him at Handong University.
When Cai Chenggong told him that someone was sending flowers to Liang Lu every day in his name at Handong University, Hou Liangping was completely distraught.
"Who tried to harm me?!"
Hou Liangping was furious, his heart burning with rage.
He always kept his distance from Liang Lu and never considered being with her.
Liang Lu was much older than him, a full 13 years, more than a full twelve years.
While Liang Lu was having a great time talking with her teacher in college, he was still playing in the mud.
If he hadn't known Zhong Xiaoai's background, he might have accepted Liang Lu.
After all, Liang Lu's background could help him advance quickly in his career.
With Zhong Xiaoai, who has a stronger background, he would never choose Liang Lu.
However, now someone is sending flowers to Liang Lu in his name, making all the teachers and students in the school think that he is pursuing Liang Lu.
If he comes forward to deny it, it will definitely make Liang Lu lose face.
Qi Tongwei refused to give in, and Liang Lu continued to have suitors who accepted her advances, which prevented him from losing face.
Although he had managed to fool Qi Tongwei, Qi Tongwei's current situation is worse than before.
As long as Qi Tongwei doesn't return to Handong University to apologize to Liang Lu, Liang Lu won't be able to shift her focus.
Liang Lu is petty and narrow-minded. In the end, she will inevitably suffer the same fate as Qi Tongwei, or even worse.
Although Zhong Xiaoai has a stronger background than Liang Lu, he failed to win her over, and Zhong Xiaoai will not stand up for him.
This is not what he wanted!