Lu Qing held Shen Qiqi's hand, looking into the distance with a firm gaze. The afterglow of the setting sun shone on them, coating them with a layer of golden light.

"Qiqi," Lu Qing said in a deep and powerful voice, "Our village can't keep relying on the weather for its livelihood. We need to find a way to develop a unique industry!"

Shen Qiqi nodded in agreement, winking playfully, "Of course! If we want to live a comfortable life, we have to come up with some new ideas!" She looked around, her eyes falling on the lush green rice fields, and an idea flashed in her mind, "I think we can give it a try..."

The two stood on the edge of the field, talking to each other and describing the blueprint for future development. A serious atmosphere spread in the field, as if something big was about to happen.

The news spread throughout the village like the wind, and the villagers gathered in groups of three or five, talking about it.

"What? Develop characteristic industries? Is this feasible?" An old farmer puffed on his pipe, his face full of worry.

"That's right. Our ancestors have been farming for generations. Now we have to do something else. What if we lose money?" another villager echoed, his tone full of anxiety.

The voices of opposition rose one after another, like a boiling pot.

"No, I don't agree! If we mess up, what will our whole family eat and drink?" A burly man shouted excitedly.

Soon, Shen Qiqi and Lu Qing were surrounded by villagers. Faces filled with worry came into view, and the atmosphere of confrontation became increasingly intense.

Shen Qiqi took a deep breath and put on a confident smile on her face: "Fellow villagers, I know everyone is worried, but the times are changing and we can't stand still. Specialty industries can..." She patiently explained the prospects of developing specialty industries. Her voice was crisp and powerful, like a reassurance pill, gradually calming the villagers' anxious mood.

Lu Qing also stood up and added in his characteristically calm voice, "Qiqi is right. We've already investigated..."

At this moment, a voice broke the gradually relaxing atmosphere, "That's easy to say, but where's the money? Where will the start-up capital come from?"

"Money? These days, you can't get anywhere without money!" Someone in the crowd raised another sharp question, like a basin of cold water, instantly extinguishing the fire of hope that had just ignited in everyone's hearts.

Shen Qiqi's pretty face froze, her heart felt like it was being pressed down by a huge rock, and even breathing became a little difficult.

She looked around and saw that the expectation on the villagers' faces was gradually replaced by worry, as if they saw a tragic future where their plans would be aborted.

Lu Qing also frowned, with a hint of helplessness in his eyes. They had put so much effort into this plan, were they going to be defeated by the word "money"?

The air around seemed to be frozen, so oppressive that it made people breathless.

Shen Qiqi took a deep breath. She was not the kind of person who would give up easily. Her mind was working rapidly. Suddenly, an idea flashed in her mind. A sly smile appeared on the corner of her mouth. She said loudly: "Who said that money is required? We can try another way!"

The villagers looked at each other, all confused by Shen Qiqi's sudden change.

An old man asked doubtfully, "No money? What should we do then?"

Shen Qiqi clapped her hands, and her clear voice echoed through the crowd: "Our village has no shortage of labor, nor of resources! Everyone can invest with their labor, fields, or even their chickens, ducks, cattle, and sheep! Wouldn't it be wonderful to get dividends at the end of the year?"

As soon as these words were spoken, the whole audience was in an uproar.

The villagers opened their eyes wide, as if they had heard something incredible.

Use labor and resources as shares?

This operation is too cool!

They had never heard of this method before, and for a moment, an atmosphere of surprise spread among the crowd.

"This...will this work?" A young wife couldn't help but ask, with a hint of uncertainty in her tone.

Lu Qing looked at Shen Qiqi, his eyes full of admiration.

His Qiqi is so different and can always come up with some unexpected ideas.

He stepped forward and said firmly, "Qiqi's method is feasible! I believe that as long as we all work together, we can live a good life!"

At this moment, an old lady with a cane trembled and walked up to Shen Qiqi, with a gleam in her eyes, and said: "Girl, your idea is interesting! I am old and weak, so I will use my old hens to invest!"

Shen Qiqi smiled brightly, quickly supported the old lady, and said, "Grandma, don't worry, we will definitely make sure you can count your money until your hands are numb at the end of the year!"

When the other villagers saw that the old lady had joined in, they began to waver.

They whispered to each other, seemingly weighing the pros and cons.

Finally, a few brave young people took the lead and stepped forward, expressing their willingness to invest their labor.

Looking at the gradually rising enthusiasm in front of her, a blazing fire of hope ignited in Shen Qiqi's heart.

She knew that their plan had taken the first step towards success.

As night falls, the bright moonlight shines on every corner of the village, gradually calming the hustle and bustle of the day.

After a busy day, Shen Qiqi and Lu Qing walked side by side on the way home. The breeze was blowing gently, and they both seemed to realize that in the seemingly peaceful village, an undercurrent was surging.

"Do you think those old guys will really agree?" Shen Qiqi broke the silence, frowning slightly.

Lu Qing didn't say anything, but just gently held Shen Qiqi's hand, his eyes deep.

"Squeak--" The old wooden door was pushed open, making a harsh sound.

With a creak, the old wooden door was pushed open, and Shen Qiqi and Lu Qing walked into the house. Before they had time to light the oil lamp, a familiar voice rang out in the darkness: "Qiqi! Lu Qing! I'm back!"

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