Looking out at the snow-covered farmland beyond, his heart was heavy, yet at the same time, he felt a tinge of relief. Xiao Yi stood there quietly, gazing at the snow-covered fields for a long time. A vast expanse of white stretched endlessly, the once fertile land now buried beneath a thick blanket of ice and snow, devoid of any sign of life. His brows knitted together, forming the shape of a deep "chuan" (river). A heavy stone weighed down his heart, making it almost impossible to breathe. He knew the importance of this farmland to the base; it was the foundation of everyone's survival and the source of hope. Thinking of the impending spring planting season, and the fact that the frozen land would prevent them from planting on time, he could almost see the disappointment and helplessness in the people's eyes. The prospect of future food supplies being disrupted, hindering the base's development, filled him with anxiety. Yet, amidst this heavy heart, a glimmer of relief crept in. He was thankful that the snow had arrived not too late; at least most of the stored food had already been harvested and stored. He was glad that the people at the base did not fall into panic and chaos when faced with such a natural disaster, but united as one to deal with it together. He recalled the scene of everyone actively preparing protective measures before the snowstorm came, and those busy and determined figures made him feel warm and powerful. He was glad that the infrastructure of the base was still strong and did not suffer devastating damage in this snowstorm. Xiao Yi took a deep breath, the cold air stung his lungs, but also made his mind clearer. He knew that although they were facing huge difficulties, as long as everyone worked together, they would be able to overcome this natural disaster and let this piece of ice and snow-covered farmland come back to life.

"Thankfully, we made preparations ahead of time, so there weren't too many casualties. This is a blessing in disguise," Xiao Yi said to his assistant. Xiao Yi's face wore a hint of fatigue, but his eyes revealed a hint of relief. He turned to look at his assistant and said in a slightly hoarse voice, "Thankfully, we made preparations ahead of time, so there weren't too many casualties. This is a blessing in disguise." As he spoke, he sighed softly, as if releasing the heavy emotions pent up in his heart. "You know what?" He glanced past his assistant, gazing at the distant landscape still shrouded in ice and snow. "When the blizzard hit, I was really worried. I was worried that all our efforts would be in vain, that many lives would be lost." Xiao Yi's brow furrowed slightly, lost in memory. "Those days, we worked tirelessly day and night to reinforce protective equipment and evacuate personnel to safe areas. Every decision depended on everyone's life or death." His voice trembled. "Thankfully, everyone cooperated very well. There wasn't the slightest panic." The assistant listened attentively, nodding repeatedly. Xiao Yi continued, "Thinking about it now, if we had been careless at the beginning, the consequences would have been disastrous. But fortunately, we survived and all the people are still here. This is the greatest hope." His eyes gradually became firm, "As long as people are still here, we have the capital to stand up again and the strength to overcome difficulties." After speaking, Xiao Yi patted his assistant on the shoulder, "Next, there is still a lot of work waiting for us to do, and we can't relax at all." His words were full of encouragement and determination, as if telling everyone around him that as long as everyone is united, there will be no obstacles that cannot be overcome.

Faced with the loss of arable land, Xiao Yi summoned agricultural experts to discuss countermeasures. Xiao Yi walked into the conference room in a hurry with a solemn expression. His eyes revealed firmness and determination, and the sunlight behind him outlined his tense figure. In the conference room, agricultural experts had already taken their seats, and everyone's face was serious and anxious. Xiao Yi stood at the front of the conference table, his hands on the table, his eyes slowly sweeping over every expert present. "Ladies and gentlemen, we are facing an unprecedented dilemma." Xiao Yi's voice was low and powerful, "The loss of arable land is a pain in our hearts, but we can't sit idly by." The experts nodded one after another, waiting attentively for Xiao Yi to continue speaking. Xiao Yi took a deep breath and continued, "We've gathered everyone here today to pool our wisdom and jointly discuss a response strategy. We must do everything we can to revitalize this land." A gray-haired expert spoke first: "I think we should first conduct a comprehensive soil test to understand the impact of snow and ice cover on its structure and fertility." Another expert followed up, saying, "Perhaps we could try introducing some new cold-resistant crop varieties to improve adaptability." "We could also consider improving the irrigation system to ensure adequate water supply for crops even in adverse conditions," another expert suggested. Xiao Yi listened attentively to each expert's speech, occasionally jotting down key points in his notebook. He nodded in agreement, then frowned slightly in thought. The discussion grew increasingly heated, with experts expressing their opinions and proposing various ideas and solutions from different perspectives. Some experts presented relevant data and charts for analysis, while others shared insights based on years of practical experience. Xiao Yi interjected from time to time, guiding the discussion and ensuring that every possible solution was fully explored. The conference room was filled with a tense and focused atmosphere. Everyone knew that the outcome of this discussion was related to the future of the base and people's livelihoods.

"We need to replan the layout of the farmland and find crops that are more suitable for growing in low-temperature environments." Xiao Yi looked at everyone with a determined gaze. Xiao Yi stood straight, his hands clenched into fists, and his voice was steady and powerful: "We need to replan the layout of the farmland and find crops that are more suitable for growing in low-temperature environments." His eyes swept across the faces of everyone present with a determined fire burning in them. "Think about it, everyone! The previous layout is vulnerable to this ice and snow. We can't stick to the old ways!" He raised his voice, his words filled with unquestionable determination. "We must break the routine and re-examine this land. We need to make the most reasonable plan based on factors such as terrain, wind direction, and sunlight." Xiao Yi took a small step forward, as if to get closer to the group, so that everyone could feel his inner determination. "Low temperatures are a reality we can't change, but we can adapt to them and overcome them!" his voice echoed through the conference room. "This requires us to seek out crops that can take root, grow, and bear fruit in the cold." His gaze rested on a senior agricultural expert. "This is not only a test of our knowledge and experience, but also a challenge of our courage and innovative spirit." Xiao Yi's eyes were filled with anticipation. "I believe that as long as we work together, we will find a way out." At this moment, Xiao Yi seemed to have transformed into a banner, leading everyone forward courageously in the face of adversity. His determination instilled a powerful strength in everyone present, reassuring them that even in the face of such a difficult situation, they still had hope and the ability to revitalize this land.

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