noffsinger Chapter 123 Growing Vegetables
Chapter 123 Growing Vegetables
After dinner, Li Xiaoxiao suggested they go for a stroll under the large locust tree at the village entrance and listen to the stories of the old folks. Bai, Li Linlin, and Li Fang readily agreed, and the group headed towards the village in a mighty procession.
Many villagers had already gathered under the big locust tree. They were sitting or standing, listening to the village elders telling those ancient and mysterious stories, while the children gathered around, listening with great interest.
Li Xiaoxiao and his group joined the group and found a comfortable place to sit. When the elders saw them, they greeted them warmly and began to tell the history of Lijia Village and those long-standing legends.
"Do you know? This big locust tree has a history of hundreds of years. It has witnessed the rise and fall of our Lijia Village. Back then, there was a market under this tree, and it was very lively." An old man said slowly, his eyes flashing with nostalgia for the past.
"Also, I heard that there is a locust tree fairy living in this tree, protecting our village from disasters." Another old man added, causing the children to exclaim in surprise.
"Sister, I think those stories are so magical, especially the legend of the locust tree fairy." Li Linlin said excitedly, her eyes flashing with curiosity and yearning.
"Yes, our Lijia Village is really a place full of stories." Li Xiaoxiao said with emotion.
Seeing that it was getting late, everyone got up and went home to rest. Bai also took Li Xiaoxiao and a few others on their way home. They talked and laughed along the way, and soon returned to their home.
"Okay, everyone should go to bed early. We have to plant the rapeseed early tomorrow," said Mrs. Bai.
"Okay, Mom, I'll go rest first." Li Xiaoxiao walked into her room first.
Bai also took Li Linlin back to her room. Seeing that everyone had left, Li Fang also walked towards his room.
Lying on her bed in her room, Li Xiaoxiao gazed out the window at the starry sky, a mixture of emotions welling up in her heart. She thought about leaving this place filled with love and memories and starting a new life, feeling both anticipation and unease. But she knew that no matter what the future held, she would bravely move forward, carrying with her family's blessings and the memories of her hometown.
It was late at night, and Li Xiaoxiao gradually fell asleep. In her dream, she saw herself wearing her wedding dress, standing under the big locust tree, saying goodbye to her family, and then embarking on the road to happiness.
The next morning, when the first ray of sunlight streamed into the room through the window, Li Xiaoxiao woke up. She looked out at the blue sky and white clouds, her heart filled with new hope and longing.
Li Xiaoxiao quickly got up, washed up briefly, and hurried to the courtyard. Bai and Li Linlin were already busy, preparing tools and seeds for planting. Li Fang also emerged from the house, ready to go to school.
"Mom, I'm going to school first." Li Fang said, biting a white flour bun in his mouth and holding a cloth bag specially sewn for him by Bai in his hand.
"Hey, be careful on the road." Bai said with a smile.
"Okay, Mom." Li Fang agreed without turning his head.
"Xiaoxiao, come and have breakfast so we can get to work." Mrs. Bai called Li Xiaoxiao again.
Li Xiaoxiao walked to the table and looked at the steaming porridge and steamed buns on the table. A warm feeling welled up in her heart. She quickly finished her breakfast and began to help the Bai family prepare the tools for planting vegetables.
Today's task was to plant all the previously tilled soil in the backyard with various vegetable seeds. Li Xiaoxiao picked up a small shovel, walked onto the pre-tilled ground, and began carefully digging holes. Mrs. Bai was by her side, guiding her on how to control the depth and spacing of the holes to ensure the seeds would thrive.
Li Linlin was also busy, following behind to sow the rapeseed. With a clear division of labor and tacit cooperation, they quickly completed the sowing of a large area of land.
The sun gradually grew hotter, but the workers didn't stop working. Sweat trickled down their cheeks and dripped onto the wet ground, as if proving their toil and dedication.
"Mom, I think the vegetables we plant this time will grow very well." Li Linlin said with anticipation.
"Of course. With so many of us working together, there's no reason not to have a good harvest." Bai responded with a smile.
Li Xiaoxiao also smiled and nodded. As time passed, the sun gradually rose higher.
Finally, amidst the bustle and laughter, they completed all the sowing work. Looking at this carefully cared-for land, everyone was filled with a sense of accomplishment.
"Okay, everyone has worked hard today, let's go back and rest for a while." Bai said.
Li Xiaoxiao and Li Linlin nodded and followed Bai back into the house.
In the evening, when the afterglow of the setting sun filled the earth, Li Xiaoxiao once again came to the vegetable patch in the backyard, ready to water the seeds sown in the morning. Just as she brought the water, Bai Shi also came over.
"Xiaoxiao, go back and have a rest. Mother will come to water the plants." Bai said with concern.
"It's okay, Mom, we'll finish watering it quickly together." Li Xiaoxiao said with a smile.
"You kid..." Seeing that Li Xiaoxiao insisted, Bai stopped persuading her. She directly took the empty wooden bucket and went to the pond next to her to fetch water. Li Xiaoxiao was responsible for watering. Together, they watered the entire vegetable garden in a short while.
By the time they finished watering, it was already dark. Li Xiaoxiao and Bai stood side by side beside the vegetable patch, gazing at the moist soil, their hearts filled with anticipation.
"I hope these seedlings can grow up quickly." Li Xiaoxiao said softly.
"Yes, with your careful care, they will thrive." Mrs. Bai touched Li Xiaoxiao's head, with a loving light in her eyes.
In the days that followed, Li Xiaoxiao and her family worked tirelessly in the vegetable garden. They watered, fertilized, and weeded, meticulously caring for the land. The land, as if sensing their dedication and care, gradually began to flourish.
As time passed, the rapeseeds finally broke through the soil, revealing tender green shoots. Li Xiaoxiao watched these sprouts with joy and excitement. She knew this was the result of their joint efforts and a symbol of hope in their hearts.
As the tiny sprouts continued to grow, they gradually transformed into lush green vegetables. Li Xiaoxiao and her family looked at the bountiful harvest in their vegetable garden, filled with satisfaction and pride. They knew this was the reward for their hard work and the fulfillment of their dreams.