Siheyuan, integrating everything, cultivating the city

This well has been used for decades. Although the water was clear at the beginning, it has become increasingly muddy in recent years. Every time the water is pumped up, it is not only muddy but also has a strange smell. Although the villagers did not take it seriously, Li Xiangqian has always had doubts in his heart, thinking that this water may be a potential cause of affecting the growth of crops.

He looked up at the sky. The autumn sun was shining on the ground, making the scenery in the yard very clear. He had to find a new water source, a water source that could ensure the healthy growth of crops. This piece of land was his most important support now, and he couldn't let the problem continue. An idea gradually came to his mind: find a cleaner water source.

The next day, Li Xiangqian was determined to find Xu Damao. After all, Xu Damao was well-informed and might know if there was any other water source nearby that he could borrow.

"Xu Damao, I have to ask you something." Li Xiangqian went straight to the point, with a hint of urgency in his tone.

Xu Damao was sitting in the yard repairing an old bicycle. Hearing this, he looked up, wiped his hands, and asked with a smile, "What's the matter again? Brother Xiangqian, you've been in a lot of trouble lately."

Li Xiangqian nodded and sighed, "Yes, it's a lot of trouble. This time it's about water. As you know, the water in my well is very muddy now. I'm afraid if I continue to use it, the seedlings in the field will be doomed. Tell me, where can I get some clean water?"

Xu Damao touched his chin and thought for a while: "Well water is indeed not very good. Several families nearby have this problem, and I haven't heard of anyone finding another solution. However, I heard a few years ago that there is a well at the west end of the village. The water is quite clear, but it's a bit far from your place. If you really want to use it, you may have to get a bigger water pump to pump the water over."

"West end of the village?" Li Xiangqian frowned. He had been to that place several times. It was indeed quite far away, and it was not realistic to draw water manually. But now there seemed to be no other choice to find a clean water source.

He pondered for a while and finally made up his mind: "No matter how far it is, I have to try. I can go find Liu Haizhong to pump the water, or ask other people. Anyway, the situation on the land now, I can't wait any longer."

Xu Damao nodded and said, "Okay, then you should act quickly. Liu Haizhong has everything, so there shouldn't be any problem with his equipment. As long as you can spare some money and build a water pump to pump water from the west end of the village to your land, there shouldn't be any problem."

Li Xiangqian nodded silently, and in his mind he had already begun to think about the next steps. Find the water pump, determine the pipeline, and then install it as soon as possible, so as to get clean water into the fields in the shortest possible time and give those fragile crops a glimmer of hope.

With the plan, Li Xiangqian immediately went to Liu Haizhong. Liu Haizhong was processing some customer orders. When he saw Li Xiangqian coming, he looked up and asked, "Xiangqian, what's going on again?"

"It's about the water source." Li Xiangqian didn't beat around the bush and directly explained his predicament. "The well water in my field is very muddy. I want to pump water from the west end of the village. I need a water pump. Do you have any?"

After listening to this, Liu Haizhong nodded and said, "I do have water pumps here, and there is more than one model. You have to choose a suitable one based on the distance from your land to the west end of the village."

He took Li Xiangqian to the back of the warehouse and pointed to several different models of water pumps: "Look, these have different flow rates. If you want to pump water from the west end of the village, the distance is a bit far, so you may need a higher power one. You also have to consider the length and pressure resistance of the pipeline."

Li Xiangqian looked at the equipment and hesitated. He was not familiar with the machines, but he knew they were expensive and required some technical support for subsequent installation. However, the situation on the land did not allow him to think twice. For now, as long as he could divert the water, he was willing to give it a try no matter how much it cost.

"How much is the best one?" Li Xiangqian asked, his eyes fixed on a water pump that looked large in size.

Liu Haizhong frowned slightly and replied, "This one is the most suitable for you. It has a large power and can pump water from a long distance. As for the price... you have to be prepared for a considerable expense." He gave a number, and Li Xiangqian's heart sank. The price was indeed higher than he expected, but if he thought about it carefully, if he could save the crops this time, all the money would be worth it.

"Okay, this is it." Li Xiangqian gritted his teeth and decided to take a gamble. "Can you help with the piping and installation?"

Liu Haizhong nodded, indicating that he could provide a full set of services, but he also reminded again: "But you have to know that this thing is just a tool. The water problem has been solved, but the seedlings still need to be taken care of. You have to pay more attention to it."

Li Xiangqian certainly understood this. He no longer dared to relax, and almost all his hopes were pinned on the effects of the next water pumping system and fertilizers and pesticides.

A few days later, the pump and pipes were installed. Li Xiangqian looked at the clean water brought in from the west end of the village, and he finally felt a little more at ease. The water from the clean water source flowed into the fields, watering the already sick seedlings, and a new hope surged in his heart. Although the crops in the fields were in poor condition, the water source problem was finally solved, which meant that he could provide better growing conditions for these crops.

"This water seems to be different." Li Ergou looked at the clear water flowing out of the pump and couldn't help but sigh, "Brother Xiangqian, we must take good care of these seedlings this time and don't let anything else happen."

Li Xiangqian nodded, his eyes showing determination: "It won't happen this time. With water, we can take good care of the land. Next, it depends on whether this batch of fertilizers and pesticides can save the seedlings."

Looking at the seedlings gradually recovering their spirits, Li Xiangqian was determined not to fail again. Even though the road ahead was still full of challenges and uncertainties, he would not allow himself to give up easily. Every drop of water and every handful of fertilizer were his only hope during this period.

The pump started to work, and the clean water finally flowed smoothly into Li Xiangqian's field. The seedlings looked a little better than before. Although this was just the beginning, Li Xiangqian finally felt a little hopeful. He had experienced too many setbacks, and his inner exhaustion made him cautious about the future. He was cautious with every step he took, not daring to slack off.

During the time when Li Xiangqian was busy taking care of the seedlings, rumors in the yard began to spread again. Qin Huairu, who was always a gossipy and calculating person, seemed to be particularly interested in Li Xiangqian's affairs. She and several other women stood in the yard, talking in low voices while drying clothes.