Grain production and harvest are truly matters of great importance to people's livelihood.
Jiang Linchuan didn't delay and went to Political Commissar Wang's house in person.
The night was deep.
There were no stars in the sky.
Political Commissar Wang came out wearing a military overcoat, still looking a little sleepy. "Why aren't you asleep yet? Is there something you need so late?"
Jiang Linchuan exuded a cold aura, his face grave. "It's a very important matter that I must report to you immediately."
Upon hearing this, Political Commissar Wang's expression changed slightly, and he immediately stepped aside, saying, "Come in and talk."
If even the fearless King Yama himself says it's a big deal, then it must be something extraordinary.
The living room was very warm. Commissar Wang took off his coat, took out a cigarette, lit it, and took a puff.
Jiang Linchuan didn't delay and told them about the upcoming severe frost.
"Political Commissar, according to the information, there is a high probability of a once-in-thirty-year frost in three days. This is a major natural disaster." His jawline was straight. "The corn, soybeans, and some late-harvested potatoes in the fields must be harvested immediately. If we are late, we may end up with nothing! At that time, the entire Heilongjiang Province, and even the whole country, will face a shortage of grain production."
Commissar Wang had only burned halfway through his cigarette when he lost all interest in smoking it. What Jiang Linchuan was talking about was no small matter!
"Linchuan, where did you get this information from?"
Jiang Linchuan didn't hide anything. "Xinghe told me. She has a friend who works abroad and wrote to her about this. Foreign countries are far more advanced in meteorological research than we are, so this information should be correct."
Commissar Wang lit another cigarette, exhaling a thick cloud of smoke. "Lin Chuan, it's not that I don't want to believe you, it's that I can't trust you. Premature harvesting is no small matter. If there isn't the exceptionally severe frost you mentioned, the final harvest will be much less, and the people won't agree to that."
"Furthermore, if it really is a severe frost as you say, affecting the entire Heilongjiang province, then I have to report it to higher authorities, persuade the leaders above, and ultimately mobilize everyone in Heilongjiang province to rush the harvest. Do you think anyone would do that with just foreign friends as a source? Not to mention, if there is no frost, who will take responsibility?"
The higher the rank of the leader, the more they prefer stability and the less likely they are to agree to do something that is too risky.
Jiang Linchuan pursed his lips and remained silent.
This is indeed a difficult matter to handle.
Heilongjiang Province has the largest black soil in the country, which means it is the country's granary.
If there's a problem with the grain depot, it's definitely not a small matter.
Even the highest-ranking leaders dare not be careless when it comes to matters concerning grain production.
This country rose from the ashes of hunger, and everyone was terrified of starvation.
Political Commissar Wang stubbed out his cigarette. "Go back. This news may not be true. Don't let this affect you."
Jiang Linchuan didn't move, his feet seemingly nailed to the ground. He straightened his back, his broad shoulders casting a large shadow under the light. "Political Commissar, I believe Xinghe wouldn't lie."
He raised his voice, "It's better to be safe than sorry. If the Frost's Descent solar term really comes, the grain harvest in Heilongjiang Province will be ruined, and the whole country will be affected. Early harvesting may affect the yield and not meet expectations, but it's better than having no harvest at all! Grain is the foundation of people's livelihood, and we can't gamble with it!"
This was the first time Political Commissar Wang had ever heard him speak so much. "I understand the seriousness of this matter, but I can't make the decision myself. I can only report it to my superiors, but the chances of them agreeing to rush the harvest are too small."
Jiang Linchuan could tell that Political Commissar Wang still didn't believe it.
Such a severe frost has not occurred in many years, so how could it happen so coincidentally this year? Moreover, there was no warning from the government.
Jiang Linchuan stepped forward, his aura fully unleashed. "Political Commissar, I don't care what happens in other places. But we must start harvesting early here. If it turns out to be a false alarm, I'll take full responsibility!"
Political Commissar Wang remained silent for a long time, then sighed deeply, patted Jiang Linchuan on the shoulder, and said with a mix of helplessness and emotion, "You really are stubborn! Just because of Xu Xinghe's words, you have to take on such a big responsibility. What can I say to you? Fine, I know you won't change your mind. I promise to report it to your superiors, and then we'll organize people to start the harvest tomorrow."
Even if he doesn't organize it, Jiang Linchuan will definitely try his best to find a way.
He might as well lend a hand.
Political Commissar Wang walked to the window and looked out at the pitch-black night sky. "If anything goes wrong, don't bear it alone. I, this old man, will share the burden with you. Your father helped me back then, and now I'm helping you. It's a way of repaying that favor."
After saying that, he put on his clothes and went directly to the office building to send a telegram.
Jiang Linchuan accompanied him.
The two sat silently in the office, waiting for a reply.
I waited until dawn before finally receiving a reply.
Political Commissar Wang glanced at it and then handed it to Jiang Linchuan, saying, "See? They didn't agree."
Jiang Linchuan pursed his lips.
Political Commissar Wang suddenly chuckled, "Regardless, we reported it in advance, whether they believe it or not is their business. I hope what you're saying is true, but at the same time I hope it's false."
He didn't want Jiang Linchuan to be punished, but he also didn't want the Frostfall to actually arrive.
No matter what natural disasters or man-made calamities occur, it is always the ordinary people who suffer.
Political Commissar Wang's expression suddenly changed, becoming serious and solemn. "Pass the order down! Get everyone you can mobilize to work! Harvest as much grain as you can from all the fields. Make sure to get the biggest harvest before the 10th, as you mentioned! Also, have the kitchen prepare more hot meals and some ginger soup to ward off the cold. Since we've decided to do this, it's going to be a tough battle, and we must fight it well!"
Jiang Linchuan stood up, gave a standard military salute, and said in a strong and clear voice, "Yes, sir! Mission accomplished!"
He walked towards the door, then paused slightly. "Political Commissar, if it's just a false alarm, I'll take responsibility on my own. You don't need to come with me."
As Jiang Linchuan walked out of the office building, he immediately spotted the petite figure not far away.
Xu Xinghe wore a light blue jacket, which made her skin look even whiter. Her hair was tied up in a high bun, with a few stray strands hanging unruly on both sides of her face, slightly curled, exuding a unique girlish playfulness.
She jogged forward and asked, "So? Did the political commissar agree?"
Jiang Linchuan looked at her slightly red nose from the cold, and a smile involuntarily appeared on his lips, fleeting and almost like an illusion. "Agreed. We'll organize people to harvest right away."
Xu Xinghe breathed a sigh of relief, a huge weight lifted from her shoulders. "It's good that we can harvest quickly. I was really worried the political commissar wouldn't agree. I want to go help whenever it starts!"
She drinks the spiritual spring water every day, and not only does her skin become more and more delicate, but her physical condition also gets better and better.
She used to be out of breath after running a few hundred meters, but now she doesn't feel tired at all.
Jiang Linchuan did not refuse, "Right away, I'll go arrange it first."
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