Chapter 29: Planting in Building 16

Just three days ago, everyone on the 16th floor discussed and agreed to provide some vegetable seeds and mobilize the entire unit to engage in planting.

What finally made them decide to share was that, firstly, although there had been quarrels among the neighbors during this period, they were also united. Especially after the installation of the iron gate downstairs, everyone was working hard to maintain the safety of the unit building, and no one was lazy when dividing the work and cooperating. The number of insect eggs caught by their building was 1.6 times that of Building 17 next door.

Secondly, proper sharing can enable them to live better here. As long as everyone works towards a common goal, everything will be easy.

Moreover, Chen Qianxun had no intention of moving away before the earthquake, and he had no grudges against the people around him. He was going to live here for a few years, and in order to live in peace, he decisively chose the idea of ​​"it's all good for you, it's good for me, and it's good for everyone". Compared to killing each other and plundering resources, sticking together for warmth is undoubtedly a better choice.

After everyone vented their emotions, Shen Qianxun continued to add.

"Let me tell you what I think first."

"According to information gathered by our building manager, after the extreme cold, there's a high probability of extreme heat. Compared to the approximately six months of extreme cold announced by the government, the extreme heat will last much longer. Besides the extreme temperatures, obtaining water will be far less easy than it is now."

Luo Baiwan looked calm, but he couldn't help complaining in his heart that he only knew it 30 minutes earlier than others.

Shen Qianxun continued, "So, I suggest that we build a glass greenhouse on the roof. We just happen to have two rooms of tempered insulating glass, which has a certain thermal insulation effect. Unless there are special circumstances, it will not be a problem to use it for four or five years. When it is extremely hot, we can also plant other vegetable seeds and even fruit trees."

When they heard the word "fruit tree", everyone's eyes brightened.

"We've grown over 200 seedlings. The glass greenhouse needs to be built as soon as possible so we can divide and plant them directly. We need to stockpile some vegetables while water is still plentiful. Whether we pickle them or dry them in the sun during extremely hot weather, they can be stored for a while."

Everyone nodded frantically and applauded continuously. Only by stocking up on goods could they avoid feeling panic.

Shen Qianxun continued calmly, “However, the completion of the glass greenhouse is bound to attract the attention of others, and competition is inevitable. We must take up arms to protect our little world.”

"Whoever dares to steal our food will be stabbed!"

903 Song Xueming was filled with righteous indignation and was the first to make bold statements, followed by many people.

Growing vegetables on the rooftop is unanimously recognized by everyone.

Shen Qianxun quickly glanced over and saw a pair of determined eyes.

"Considering security concerns, this area will be managed by Dabao, Officer Yan, and Dubin. Anyone who wants to join the security team should go and sign up with Officer Yan."

"If you want to join the plantation, just look for me, Grandma Deng from 1601, and Xu Xiaoyue."

"We will treat everyone equally and try our best to ensure that every household has someone selected. Those who are not selected should not be discouraged. There will be other arrangements. Everyone will do their part to ensure that everyone can eat fruits and vegetables."

Warm applause broke out again.

Shen Qianxun took the water handed over by Chen Dabao and continued, “The soil, cement bricks, etc. that were brought back two days ago have been stored in two rooms on the 8th floor. We are currently still lacking some high-quality glass and rooftop protective nets. These are also the materials that we need everyone’s help to bring back in the next few days.”

"If you can't find a protective net, use broken glass as a temporary substitute."

"And solar panels, shade cloth, water towers, etc. for the extreme heat out back."

"Also, regarding the distribution of supplies, since the antifreeze seeds are provided by the 16th floor, a portion of the supplies will be collected at that time. If everyone can provide seeds, they will also be distributed in the same way."

"In addition, our building manager has specially hired Dr. Wei Guangming, a psychologist from Room 1504, to provide free apocalyptic psychological counseling. You can talk to him anytime."

After Shen Qianxun finished speaking, a man in his early 30s stood up and gestured with a smile.

"Finally, there's one very important point. If any of your family members are being held hostage by evil people and used as threats, please inform our building manager immediately. Our building manager's abilities are obvious to all. Moreover, he has connections up there, and he will definitely find a way to resolve the situation for you."

When his name was suddenly called, Luo Baiwan's mouth twitched at first, then he sat up straight and finally faced it with a smile.

The main thing is that he doesn’t know who is above him. Could it be Captain He?

After Shen Qianxun glanced around, he said in a deep voice: “Our Building 16 is a whole, we share honor and disgrace, and don’t take things on your own if something happens.”

"I believe that through everyone's efforts and cooperation, we will be able to better weather the end of the world."

"For planting, these are the ones I can think of for now. Many of you here have more experience than me, so please feel free to add to my experience."

After Shen Qianxun finished speaking, everyone came forward and thanked him repeatedly, some with tears in their eyes.

After that, the discussion continued. Xu Xiaoyue took out her notebook and wrote down everyone's ideas.

As for the vegetables grown by Xu Xiaoyue, they were watched and discussed by everyone in turn.

"It's amazing that he can survive in this temperature."

"It smells so good. Look how green these leaves are."

"I can't watch it anymore. I'm afraid I can't help it."

Police officers Chen Dabao and Yan were also surrounded.

The pain of losing a loved one is temporarily relieved at this moment.

In the past 20 days since the end of the world, everyone in Building 16 has seen too many relatives and neighbors killing each other. Being able to see a glimmer of hope in the ice and snow is already a great blessing.

They will spare no effort to protect their Garden of Eden.

After a four-hour interview, the preliminary list of plantation and guard teams came out, and Shen Qianxun posted it at the door of 902 for review.

When objections were raised in front of the building manager, Shen Qianxun really had no time to respond. He once again lamented that it was not easy to be a building manager, especially a building manager in the last days. Whenever there was an uneven distribution of power, verbal battles could last for a whole day.

At night, the wind and snow subsided, and He Guangrong, the patrol captain in charge of the Jinjiang area, came to Building 16.

At this moment, only Shen Qianxun, Luo Baiwan and his two younger brothers were left downstairs. Some of them were watching Chen Dabao and Officer Yan teaching martial arts in 1201, while others were discussing planting issues in 1102 where Aunt Wu was.

Seeing He Guangrong, Luo Baiwan trotted forward and said, "Captain He, why are you here in this heavy snow? Don't we have a satellite phone? It must be tiring to come here."

"Let's count the survivors."

According to satellite communications, the lowest temperature in the north during this extreme cold season reached minus 60 degrees Celsius, and in the south it reached 40 degrees Celsius. The estimated death toll in the south is slightly higher than in the north.

He Guangrong looked at the four people in front of him and was shocked. "Are you the only ones left?"

Luo Baiwan, "There are 87 survivors in our 16 buildings, and the names are all here."

He Guangrong and his colleagues felt relieved. This was the apartment building with the most survivors so far. Some apartment buildings where the majority of residents were elderly had very few survivors.

After a few simple words, He Guangrong turned around and was about to leave, but Shen Qianxun quickly stopped him.

"Captain He, drink some hot water before you go."

A few people couldn't refuse, so they drank it all in one gulp, and their bodies felt much warmer.

They have to take advantage of the period of suspension during the snowstorm to count the number of people and report it to the country to facilitate subsequent arrangements.

Soon, the armored vehicle disappeared on the ice.