Chapter 54 Staying together through thick and thin
The rain was pouring down like the sky was broken, and the pouring rain engulfed the entire village in a surging curtain of water.
The rain hit the roof, splashing water, and fell on the ground, gathering into small streams and flowing quickly to the low-lying areas.
The villagers' houses were crumbling in the wind and rain, as if they would be swallowed up by the merciless wind and rain at any time.
Deep in the mulberry garden, tender green mulberry saplings struggled in the storm, their stems swaying in the wind like a lone boat drifting in the stormy waves.
The raindrops hit the leaves, making a rustling sound, as if mourning for these fragile lives.
Su Qing stood in the rain, her clothes were soaked, her hair stuck to her cheeks, her eyes were full of those fragile saplings and deep worry.
"Su Qing, are you okay?" Lu Xingchen's voice came through the dense raindrops, and he handed the umbrella in his hand to her.
His brows were furrowed, and his eyes showed endless concern.
His clothes were also soaked, but he only had eyes for Su Qing and the saplings.
Su Qing took the umbrella, shook her head gently, and forced a smile: "I'm fine, I'm just worried about these saplings. They are the hope of our village and cannot be destroyed like this." Although her voice was soft, it was full of unswerving determination.
Lu Xingchen looked at her, a trace of pity flashed in his eyes, but he didn't say much.
He knew that comfort at this moment would not be as timely as actual action.
What they urgently need is a solution, a strategy to save these saplings.
The rain seemed to be getting heavier and heavier, with no sign of stopping. Instead, it was getting heavier.
The accumulated water in the mulberry garden was already above their ankles. Su Qing and Lu Xingchen stood in the rain, looking at the precarious mulberry seedlings, their hearts filled with anxiety.
"We must find a solution as soon as possible, otherwise these saplings will be really ruined." Su Qing said anxiously, holding the umbrella handle tightly with both hands, as if holding on to the last hope.
Lu Xingchen frowned, pondered for a moment, then said: "We can try to dig canals to drain water and reduce the impact of accumulated water. At the same time, we can use bamboo to support the saplings to prevent them from being broken by wind and rain." His voice was calm and firm, as if he had seen the dawn of hope.
A glimmer of hope flashed in Su Qing's eyes, and she nodded quickly, "Good idea, let's take action immediately!" Her voice was full of power, as if she had already seen the day when Sang Yuan would be reborn.
In the next few days, Su Qing led the villagers into an intense repair campaign.
They used shovels to dig canals, repaired mulberry orchards, and did their best to protect crops from loss.
Their hands were blistered and their clothes were soaked, but there was only determination and hope in their eyes.
Su Qing didn't care about the mud on her hands and her wet clothes. She knew that every second of delay could bring immeasurable losses.
There was a determination gleam in her eyes, and her figure looked so tough and powerful in the rain.
"Su Qing, take a break. You've been working for several hours straight." Lu Xingchen looked at her tired figure. His hand gently stroked her hair, trying to wipe away the rain for her.
Su Qing shook her head gently and replied with a smile: "No, I can still hold on. These saplings are the hope of our village, and I can't let them be destroyed like this." Her voice was full of determination and persistence.
Thanks to the joint efforts of the villagers, the mulberry garden finally looked brand new.
The new mulberry seedlings are arranged neatly, full of vitality and hope.
The mulberry garden is filled with the fragrance of soil and the vitality of life.
Su Qing stood in the mulberry garden, looking at all this, her heart filled with joy, but also a hint of uneasiness.
She knew that the growth of these saplings was not only the hope of the village, but also the result of the joint efforts of all members of the production team.
This rainstorm is only a temporary test. There is still a long way to go and they must always be prepared for any eventuality.
The rain gradually stopped, but the sky remained gloomy.
The sunlight shines through the thick clouds and onto the mulberry garden, bringing new life to the land.
Su Qing looked at the saplings growing vigorously, her heart filled with pride and joy.
"Su Qing, look, these saplings are growing so well." Lu Xingchen pointed at the saplings in the mulberry garden, his face filled with pride.
Su Qing smiled and nodded: "Yes, this is all thanks to everyone. Especially the advice from the expert group, which helped us get through the difficult times without any major problems." Her voice was full of gratitude and admiration.
After the rain, the villagers' respect and trust for Su Qing reached a new level.
They knew that this young man was their hope and their pride.
Under Su Qing's leadership, Hongxing Village will become more beautiful and the mulberry garden will become more luxuriant.
When it was late at night and everyone was asleep, Su Qing and Lu Xingchen came to the mulberry garden together. Their figures looked so harmonious under the moonlight. Their laughter echoed in the night sky, interweaving with the starlight, forming a moving picture.
"Su Qing, do you think our pilot project will be successful?" Lu Xingchen looked up at the starry sky and asked softly.
Su Qing smiled slightly, her eyes sparkling with anticipation: "I believe that as long as the silkworm breeding plan goes smoothly, Xiangyang Brigade will be able to enjoy the fruits of victory." Her voice was full of confidence and determination.
Lu Xingchen looked at her affectionately: “Yes, I hope our pilot work goes well.” His hand gently held Su Qing’s hand, their eyes met, and each other’s eyes were filled with deep emotion.
As time went by, the mulberry seedlings in the mulberry garden grew stronger and stronger, and Su Qing's feelings for Lu Xingchen grew deeper and deeper.
They have experienced ups and downs together and witnessed the transformation of Mulberry Garden together.
They worked together to overcome every difficulty.
Every success they achieved, they celebrated together.
Finally, the mulberry orchard ushered in the harvest season.
The golden mulberry leaves sparkle in the sun, and the silkworms crawl happily among the leaves.
Su Qing looked at all this, her heart filled with satisfaction and happiness.
"Su Qing, look, our efforts have not been in vain. The mulberry garden has finally produced a good harvest." Lu Xingchen said excitedly, with a surge of happiness in his heart.
Su Qing smiled and nodded.
Their eyes met, each other's eyes were filled with deep emotions.
A warm feeling surged in Su Qing's heart. She knew that no matter how rough the road ahead was, with Lu Xingchen by her side, she would no longer be alone.
However, just as they were enjoying this moment of peace, a new challenge quietly arrived.
A sudden outbreak of disease and insect pests threatened the silkworms, which made Su Qing and Lu Xingchen nervous again.
"Su Qing, look at these silkworms, they seem to be sick." Lu Xingchen pointed at the silkworms on the mulberry leaves, his brows furrowed, his eyes full of worry and anxiety.
Su Qing observed it carefully and said solemnly: "Yes, it is a pest. We must take immediate measures, otherwise these silkworms will be in danger." Her voice was full of urgency and determination.