CHAPTER 630: 630 ACHIEVED

"These are just minor issues. I will definitely arrange the best food for our village."

"Alright, then I’ll go call them, and have those four get ready. Their accommodations are arranged, we can’t let them have a poor rest."

"Old Li, you’re really protective. Don’t worry, everything regarding food and lodging is covered, I’ll keep an eye on it."

Li Yungui nodded and left. He found his son Chaoyang and instructed him to inform the other three and then go fetch the tractor.

Wei Kaiyun saw the four cheerful young men and reminded them, "When you’re working the land, especially the wasteland, make sure to inquire thoroughly. If there are too many rocks, don’t till it; otherwise, if the tiller breaks, it won’t be easy to fix."

The four nodded. "Master Wei, we’ll definitely ask thoroughly and also check it ourselves."

"Yes, always be alert when you’re out there."

The four nodded again. Their families had advised them already, but nothing resonated more than what the master said.

"Also, if anything comes up, go find Old Yang. You’ll know when you get there."

The four drove off in the tractor, their laughter echoing along the way.

Now, the whole village knew that using seeders and tillers could earn money, and not a little.

This sparked interest in many people. Who doesn’t have relatives in other villages? But they had initially refused because they couldn’t start such a conversation. Now that it’s happened once, it will be easier next time, though eight yuan per mu of land is no small amount.

So that afternoon, many from Li Family Village went to their in-laws’ and parents’ homes.

How could Li Yungui not be aware of this situation? Thus, he spent the whole afternoon with a smile.

By four o’clock, he went to the fields to find Wei Kaiyun.

"Xiao Wei, your cotton is growing really well."

"It’s okay; I’ve been diligent with the watering."

"Didn’t expect a cultured city person like you to be more capable than us, and willing to work hard."

"Village Chief Li, you’re exaggerating. I’m just looking for something to do. I can’t stay idle. I’m not as capable as everyone else, just an early bird catching the worm."

The two sat on stone stools in front of the house.

"Xiao Wei, can we delay paying you for now?" Li Yungui felt quite embarrassed.

"That’s fine, I don’t need money at the moment."

"Xiao Wei, I want to pay Old Yang first."

"Sure, no problem here."

"Xiao Wei, I actually want to buy another tractor. Even if other villages have tractors in the future, we have a lot of land here. Once we’re done, we can help other villages.

Actually, you don’t know that every year after autumn, part of our corn doesn’t mature. If we can get ahead, everyone would be willing to. Even if it costs money."

"That’s a good opportunity, but won’t there be any oversight from above?"

"Xiao Wei, things are different here. If no one comes to us this year, but we have a good harvest in autumn, when we attend meetings at the town, the leaders from above will have such requirements without us mentioning it."

Wei Kaiyun understood, this was a matter of regional differences. Anyone would feel uncomfortable seeing such a large area of land lying idle.

"You can buy it, but I can’t now. My wife is giving birth in over a month; I won’t go anywhere."

Li Yungui smiled bitterly, "Xiao Wei, even if you could make a move now, we don’t have the money. We have to wait until the grain is submitted after autumn."

"If we could gather the money, we should buy it early. After all, during the autumn harvest, it can also transport autumn crops, speeding things up significantly."

"But even if the whole village pooled together funds, it wouldn’t be enough. After all, it’s almost six thousand yuan."

"More than that, we think the tiller is handy now, but over time, it will get dull. So, since we’re making a trip, it’s better to bring back a tiller too."

"I need to think about it. I’ll have them go door to door to ask and tally up how much money we can gather."

"Village Chief Li, don’t worry too much. You can ask Old Yang if he can have his money deferred." The reason Wei Kaiyun was willing to lend a hand was because life here felt free, and the villagers were kind.

Li Yungui did have such thoughts. Finally, he slapped his thigh, "Alright, that’s decided then. Without this unexpected income, we’d have to wait until the end of the year to repay Old Yang."

That’s still not enough. I’m going to find someone to tally up. If we have enough money, I’ll find someone to pick up the vehicle. Xiao Wei, there’s only a bit over a month. Could you make a trip? Rest assured, I’ll watch over your home well."

"Village Chief Li, I’ll call that side, and let Chaoyang and the others handle it. If you’re not confident in their youth, just send another person to oversee."

"That works, I’m indeed asking too much. You go ahead, Xiao Wei. I’ll go tally up."

Wei Kaiyun watched Li Yungui leave hastily, a smile on his lips. If a person has a way forward, they’ll seize it with a will. It’s all for the sake of living.

But Li Yungui had good judgment, making him a person worth associating with.

Wei Kaiyun continued watering. He knew this period was prone to pests, possibly due to herbicide, resulting in no aphids found.

This was a good sign. At least there wouldn’t be pest issues.

In the evening, the family ate cold noodles, and the children strongly requested to join in the work the next morning. Feifei said it was because she saw Dad working too hard.

Wei Kaiyun felt touched. His precious ones were truly filial.

At night, lying together, Wei Kaiyun talked about today’s visit from Li Yungui.

"This Li Yungui is quite insightful."

"Seeing hope, of course, people are willing to make an effort."

"What should we give Old Yang for his wedding?"

"I don’t know, he’s not lacking anything now. The best gift would be to take care of his wife after he leaves. But we’re not close enough."

"Then I’ll make some clothes for Zhao Xiaoli, and give them some household items. Most of everything else came from Old Yang."

"Lv Beiguang will be shocked when he sees me."

"Haha, I kept it well under wraps. They don’t know."

"Sorry for the inconvenience." Wei Kaiyun felt deeply moved, being together as if they were in the shadows.

"Like I said, as long as you’re good to me and the kids, nothing else matters. The rest is just fleeting."

"Wife, I’ll treat you even better."

The couple chatted away until Jiang Xinyu fell asleep, and only then did Wei Kaiyun close his eyes.

This lifetime of happiness, he must hold on to it, let nothing stand in the way.

He was the father of three children now. Thinking of that, his mouth curved into a smile. Three kids, something he never dared dream of. Now, it all came true.