Chapter 153 The backup plan is to rent cattle
Tu Subo looked at the devastated land he had turned over, scratched his scalp, and said with some annoyance, "This land is really exhausting."
Tu Suting stood behind him, looking at his sweaty forehead with a concerned smile on his face. He said, "Bo'er, you've worked hard. But don't forget, there's still more land waiting for you to turn over."
Tu Subo sighed and said helplessly, "I know, but this is not a solution. The cattle can greatly reduce our burden, but I'm short of money now, and I can't touch that money."
Tu Suting frowned slightly and said thoughtfully, "Bo'er, you do have other uses for that money, and I can't let you take risks. But, have you ever thought about borrowing some from other people in the village?"
Tu Subo shook his head and said with a wry smile, "Uncle San, you know that everyone in Yuanqian Village is struggling to take care of themselves. Borrowing a cow? I'm afraid they wouldn't even be willing to lend their own cows."
Tu Suting was silent for a moment, then his eyes suddenly lit up and he said, "Bo'er, I remember the village chief, a wealthy family in the village, has a cow. He's usually very generous, so maybe we could try to borrow some from him."
Tu Subo's eyes lit up, but then dimmed again. "Although the village chief is generous, his cattle are used to plow his own fields. I'm afraid he won't lend them to us easily."
Tu Suting patted Tu Subo on the shoulder and encouraged him, "Bo'er, give it a try. Even if you fail, there's nothing to lose. Besides, our sincerity might impress him."
Encouraged by Tu Suting, Tu Subo decided to give it a try. After packing up, the two of them headed towards the village chief's house.
On the way, Tu Suting asked, "Bo'er, do you think the village chief will agree to lend us the cow?"
Tu Subo frowned and pondered, "I'm not sure. But no matter what, we must show our determination and sincerity and let him know that we truly want to improve this land."
Tu Suting nodded in agreement: "You are right, we must let him see our sincerity."
The two of them arrived at the village chief's house, where he was basking in the sun in the yard. Seeing them, he smiled and greeted them: "Oh, it's Tu Subo and Tu Su Ting, what brings you here?"
Tu Subo stepped forward and said respectfully, "Village Chief, we have a humble request. We would like to borrow two cows from you to help us plow the land."
The village chief was stunned. He looked at Tu Subo, then at Tu Suting, and asked in confusion: "What's wrong with you? Why do you suddenly want to borrow a cow?"
Tu Subo told the village chief everything about his family situation. After hearing it, the village chief's face became serious.
After a moment of silence, the village chief shook his head and said a little embarrassedly, "Tu Subo, you know, this cow belongs to the whole village. It's not up to me to decide. I have to consider the whole village."
Upon hearing this, a hint of disappointment flashed across Tu Subo's eyes, but he still tried to remain calm and responded, "I understand, Village Chief. But could you please be flexible and let me use the cow for at least one day? I promise to take good care of it and return it on time." The village chief sighed, looking at Tu Subo with a helpless look in his eyes, "Tu Subo, you are a hardworking man, and it's not that I don't want to help you. It's just that this cow just gave birth to a calf recently, and I need to let it rest and recover its strength. Otherwise, the farming of the whole village will be affected."
Tu Subo's expression grew increasingly grave. He lowered his head in silence for a moment, then looked up at the village chief with a determined glint in his eyes. "Village chief, I understand. Then I'll do it myself and won't bother you anymore."
The village chief looked at Tu Subo's back and couldn't help feeling deeply moved.
This young man is an ambitious man, but he also understands that the hard work of plowing the soil is not something that ordinary people can endure.
Tu Subo turned to leave, and the village chief couldn't help but call him: "Tu Subo, wait a minute."
Tu Subo stopped and looked back at the village chief, his eyes full of confusion.
The village chief hesitated for a moment, then said, "How about this? I'll give you two sheep. You can sell them and use the money to hire someone to help you till the land."
Tu Subo was stunned for a moment, then a trace of gratitude flashed in his eyes. He shook his head and said, "Village Chief, no need. I know you've tried your best. I'll find a way myself."
The village chief said anxiously, "Listen to me, I don't want you to owe me a favor. It's just that I really can't lend you this cow. If you take these two sheep, at least it will lighten your burden."
Tu Subo was silent for a moment, then nodded slowly: "Okay, Village Chief, thank you."
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Fortunately, Gu Yuexuan had foresight and prepared a backup plan in advance, otherwise Tu Subo would probably still be in a state of panic at this moment.
The sun was setting and a gentle breeze was blowing. The tillage work at the edge of the field had come to a standstill due to Tu Subo's predicament.
Gu Yuexuan looked at Tu Subo, who was sweating profusely and holding the hoe with his weak arms. She walked up to him and patted his shoulder gently. Tu Subo raised his head, his eyes full of helplessness and frustration.
"You take a rest first. Grandfather and I have a way." Gu Yuexuan comforted softly.
Tu Subo nodded and gave a wry smile. How could he not understand her intentions? It was just that the work in the fields had always been a man's job. As the pillar of the family, he was in trouble at this critical juncture.
At this moment, the old grandfather approached. Although his back was hunched, his eyes still held a spirit of defiance. He glanced at Tu Subo, then at the hardened ground, and said gravely, "There are always more solutions than problems. Xuan'er is right. We should be prepared."
Tu Subo looked up at his grandfather, his eyes filled with gratitude: "Grandfather, I... I am so ashamed."
The old grandfather waved his hand and said with a smile, "What shameless words? Everyone has difficulties. The key is to learn to leverage strength. Xuan'er is a thoughtful and smart child. If she says there is a way, then there must be a way."
After saying that, the old grandfather turned and walked towards the village. A short while later, he and Gu Yuexuan brought back a sturdy cow. Tu Subo's eyes widened. He didn't expect Gu Yuexuan to have prepared such a plan long ago.
"Tu Subo, look, this cow is carefully selected by us. It has great strength and endurance, and can turn over the soil with twice the result with half the effort." Gu Yuexuan explained as she harnessed the cow to the plow.
Tu Subo looked at Gu Yuexuan with emotion, and felt warm in his heart.
"Xuan'er, you...you really surprised me." Tu Subo sighed.
Gu Yuexuan smiled but said nothing.
"Xuan'er, you prepared a backup plan so early. Did you anticipate that I would not be able to turn this land over?" Tu Subo joked, trying to hide his gratitude.
Gu Yuexuan smiled, a hint of mischief flashed in her eyes: "You are so strong, of course I didn't expect you to be unable to turn over, but it is my duty as a wife to take precautions."
Tu Subo laughed heartily, and the laughter echoed over Yuanqian Village.
Gu Yuexuan rolled up her sleeves and joined in the work of pulling the oxen to plow the fields.
The sun shone through the sparse clouds onto her face, casting a healthy blush. Seeing this, Tu Subo couldn't help but raise his eyebrows and smile, but a warm feeling welled up in his heart.
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