Siheyuan: Mastery started in the 50s

Chapter 229 Good Harvest

"Wang Qiang, what are you thinking about?" Lou Xiao'e noticed the change in his expression and asked with concern.

"I was thinking that while we are farming, we cannot let our guard down. Qin Huairu's matter has not been completely resolved, and we must continue investigating." Wang Qiang replied.

"You are right, but we also need to keep a calm mind so that we can better face the challenges," Lou Xiao'e comforted.

"Thank you, Lou Xiao'e. I feel much more at ease with you around." Wang Qiang said gratefully.

They continued to be busy, taking care of the vegetable fields and not relaxing their investigation of the conspiracy. Wang Qiang and Xu Damao exchanged information every day to find more clues. They gradually discovered that the forces behind Qin Huairu were not only active within the Siheyuan, but also involved in many external affairs.

One day, Xu Damao brought some important information. They found that several people were active outside the city and had close ties with Qin Huairu. Wang Qiang and Xu Damao decided to follow these people further to see if they could find more evidence.

On a rainy morning, Wang Qiang and Xu Damao quietly followed those suspicious people. They came to a remote warehouse and found that those people were doing a secret transaction. Wang Qiang took pictures of it all with his mobile phone as evidence.

Back at the courtyard, Wang Qiang and Xu Damao sorted out the evidence and handed it over to the police. Although they knew that this was just the tip of the iceberg, they had taken an important step.

Life in the courtyard continued, and Wang Qiang and Lou Xiao'e's vegetable fields became more and more prosperous. Their labor not only improved the life in the courtyard, but also strengthened the cohesion of everyone. Whenever Wang Qiang saw those thriving vegetables, he would feel a little relieved.

The sun shines on the vegetable field in the courtyard. Wang Qiang stands beside the field, full of doubts. In recent days, he always feels that there are fewer seeds in the field. When watering and fertilizing every day, he carefully observes the seedlings, but finds that their number seems to be gradually decreasing. This abnormal phenomenon makes him feel a little uneasy.

"Brother Qiang, what's wrong with you?" Lou Xiao'e walked over and saw Wang Qiang standing in a daze by the vegetable field, and asked with concern.

Wang Qiang turned his head and frowned and said, "Xiao'e, have you noticed that there seem to be fewer seedlings?"

Lou Xiao'e looked carefully at the seedlings in the field, and a puzzled expression appeared on her face. "Yes, it seems that there are fewer. Could it be that they were eaten by insects?"

"It doesn't look like it's a bug problem." Wang Qiang shook his head. "I looked carefully and didn't find any traces of bugs. Moreover, the whole plot of land has this problem. It doesn't look like it was eaten by bugs."

"What could be the reason?" Lou Xiao'e also frowned.

Wang Qiang pondered for a while and said, "We have to investigate and we can't let these seedlings disappear in vain. Otherwise, we should stay here tonight and see if anyone is playing tricks."

Lou Xiao'e nodded, "Okay, I'll keep watch with you."

As night fell, the courtyard gradually became quiet. Wang Qiang and Lou Xiao'e found a secluded place next to the vegetable field and waited quietly. Time passed little by little, and the surroundings were so quiet that only the sound of insects could be heard.

Suddenly, Wang Qiang heard a slight sound of footsteps. He immediately became alert and signaled Lou Xiao'e to keep quiet. The two held their breath and listened carefully to the footsteps getting closer and closer. In the moonlight, Wang Qiang vaguely saw a figure busy in the field.

"Who's there?" Wang Qiang shouted loudly and rushed over quickly.

The figure was startled and turned to run, but Wang Qiang was faster and grabbed him by the collar. With the weak moonlight, Wang Qiang saw the man's face clearly. It was a young man named Xiao Zhao in the yard.

"Xiao Zhao, what are you doing?" Wang Qiang asked angrily.

Xiao Zhao seemed a little flustered, and hesitantly said, "I... I just came to see how these vegetables are growing."

"Looking at the vegetables? Are you here to steal the seeds?" Wang Qiang said bluntly, "Do you know that these vegetables were planted by everyone with great effort? Are you doing this to everyone?"

Xiao Zhao lowered his head, not daring to look Wang Qiang in the eye. "I'm sorry, Brother Qiang, I was wrong. My family really doesn't have money to buy vegetables recently, and I thought the vegetables here are growing well, so I wanted to... I wanted to secretly take some back."

Hearing this, Wang Qiang's anger subsided a little. He knew that Xiao Zhao's family was indeed not well off, but this kind of behavior could never be tolerated.

"Xiao Zhao, if your family has difficulties, you can tell us and we will help you. Stealing things will not solve the problem." Lou Xiao'e said gently, "If you need anything in the future, just tell us directly. Don't do this again."

Xiao Zhao nodded, his eyes red, "Thank you, I won't do this again."

Wang Qiang let go of Xiao Zhao and sighed, "Remember, if you have any problems in the future, come to us and we will solve them together. Now, put the seeds you took back first."

Xiao Zhao nodded his head and put the stolen seeds back into the field one by one. Wang Qiang was moved by his serious look. Although everyone in the courtyard had their own difficulties, as long as everyone worked together, they would be able to overcome the difficulties.

After the problem was solved, Wang Qiang and Lou Xiao'e continued to work in the vegetable garden, reorganizing the damaged areas. While busy, Wang Qiang felt his heart gradually calm down. He knew that there are always difficulties and challenges in life, but as long as we have hope and work hard to solve them, we will surely usher in a bright future.

As the days passed, the seedlings in the vegetable field thrived under the nourishment of sunshine and rain. Wang Qiang and Lou Xiao'e took good care of these plants every day, and watched them grow day by day, their hearts were filled with a sense of accomplishment and joy.

The residents of the Siheyuan gradually learned about Xiao Zhao's situation. Instead of blaming him, they all lent a hand to help his family overcome the difficulties. This warm human touch made Wang Qiang feel extremely relieved. He understood that it was this kind of unity and mutual assistance that could make the Siheyuan family stronger.

One evening, Wang Qiang and Lou Xiao'e were resting beside the vegetable field. Looking at the green seedlings, they felt extremely satisfied.

"Brother Qiang, thank you so much. If it weren't for your persistence, we wouldn't have such a good harvest." Lou Xiao'e said with a smile.

"This is not just my achievement, it's the result of everyone's hard work," Wang Qiang said modestly. "As long as we work together, we can overcome any difficulties."

"You are right. We must continue to work hard to make the courtyard better and better." There was a glimmer of hope in Lou Xiao'e's eyes.

As night fell, the courtyard seemed particularly peaceful in the evening breeze. Wang Qiang stood beside the vegetable field, his heart filled with determination and hope.