Chapter 66 Planting Potatoes
So the village head ordered that they eat early, so that little brother Hu could have dinner early and go home. Oh, and they had an ox cart, which could take them a little way, which would be faster than walking.
Since the head of the village had said so, it was hard to refuse the kindness, so Hu Ling had no choice but to thank him and agree.
The village head immediately asked his wife and daughter-in-law to kill two big fat chickens and started to prepare dinner in a lively manner.
This dinner was naturally eaten at the village headman's house. The two clan leaders, Pan and Lai, did not come, but two clan elders did. Pan Erzhu's parents and Aunt Li Shiyi were also invited, which made Pan Erzhu's parents very happy.
How could their family have such a high profile in the village before? It was all thanks to their daughter-in-law! They looked at their daughter-in-law, Li Xiaoying, in a different light.
After three rounds of drinks, the village head began to talk about the sugarcane fields. He didn't make any excessive demands, but he expressed his admiration. He also said that the villagers of Bajiao Village were just as hardworking and down-to-earth, and did a great job. If the mysterious boss ever needed people or land in the future, could he consider Bajiao Village?
Hu Ling had never thought that Bajiaozhai wanted to talk about this matter through him. After hearing these words, he suddenly realized it. No wonder they insisted on inviting him to dinner.
However, he didn't object.
His sister had mentioned this in their daily conversations: who wouldn't want to get rich and live a better life? Like them, like the people of Zaihu Village, they worked so hard just to provide for their families, to have three meals a day, to give them better living conditions and security.
Everyone has the same goal, and what they gain is worth their effort, so they all deserve respect.
The people in Bajiaozhai and Zaihu Village naturally had the same idea.
Hu Ling agreed vaguely and said that he would definitely convey his message.
The village head and the others were delighted, and took turns toasting and praising him. Soon they began to talk about other family matters.
People who can become village heads are generally not stupid. After all, they have to deal with all the trivial matters and chores in the village. They are smart people who know when to stop. If they talk too much, people will dislike them.
After Hu Ling had eaten and drunk his fill, the sun began to set, so the village headman sent his son to take him back in an ox cart.
Pan Erzhu's mother was very enthusiastic and asked her mother-in-law to stay overnight. Aunt Li Shiyi smiled and declined. She didn't bring anything with her and didn't want to stay at her in-laws' house. It was better to leave. Anyway, it was close and it would be convenient for her to visit her daughter.
Just knowing that my daughter is doing well is better than anything else.
Aunt Li Shiyi then said that there was an ox cart to take her there, so it would be easier and she could just go back.
The old lady of the Pan family thought about it and decided not to keep her. She warmly invited her to visit in the future, and Aunt Li Shiyi agreed with a smile.
When they got home, the family had already eaten dinner and it was getting dark. Zhao Liya smiled and said, "I said brother and Aunt Eleven would definitely come back, and sure enough, they did!"
Hu Ling scratched his head and smiled innocently: "I'm still a little worried about spending the night outside."
Aunt Li Shiyi also smiled and said, "I didn't plan to stay overnight, so it's better to go back."
While they were chatting, Aunt Li Shiyi went to help Mrs. Deng look after the two children. Hu Ling went to talk to Zhao Liya and Zhao Xiang, and told them what was being said in Bajiao Village. "Our family has a very good relationship with Zaihu Village now. If there is anything else we can do to make money, I think it would be a good idea to look for Bajiao Village. After all, having many allies is always a good thing."
Zhao Xiang also nodded in agreement: "If the people of Bajiao Village are reliable, then this is the right thing to do."
They had long-term plans from the beginning, and had already hinted and hinted at them to Zaihu Village that they would do something if they saw a suitable location in any village or village. Zhao Liya even deliberately asked the head of Zaihu Village and others about the conditions in various areas of Gaolian County.
Although nothing was learned from the inquiry, at least the people of Zaihu Village understood that they would not only do business in Zaihu Village. This was a precautionary measure to prevent the people of Zaihu Village from misunderstanding and thinking that they were the only ones, which would cause them to feel unhappy later.
Zhao Liya smiled and said, "When Li Xiaoying came today, I knew she was probably here to test me. Bajiao Village is really thoughtful! Since I think the people in their village look okay, and we have some spare money, why not get started? I want to expand my sugarcane fields and buy some land in Bajiao Village to plant more potatoes next year."
Many families in Gaolian County grow potatoes, but apparently, most people don't see the value of this treasure and just treat it as a crop introduced from somewhere else.
Zhao Xiang was a little surprised. "Is it really necessary to plant so many potatoes?"
He also thought it was just an ordinary crop.
Zhao Liya nodded: "Dad, last time I went to Suixi County, I accidentally talked to a businessman from outside the area. He said that potatoes are indeed a good thing. I already have some ideas in my mind. Let's give it a try."
Even though she was confident about it, she couldn't say anything too absolutely right away.
Zhao Xiang didn't quite understand these things. He pondered for a moment, looked at her and smiled, "If you say it's okay, then do it."
Hu Ling also said: "Aya's idea can't be wrong!"
Zhao Liya smiled: "Okay, let's try it!"
It was the season for potatoes to be harvested, so Zhao Liya and the others made an agreement and decided to go to Zaihu Village the next day to announce that they would buy potatoes at two cents per pound, but would not buy those with damaged skin.
After resting for a few days, I feel refreshed and ready to start working.
It is just the right time for the villagers to dig potatoes now. After they finish digging the potatoes, it will be time to harvest the rice.
The news spread quickly throughout the village and quickly became a sensation!
"Two cents a pound? Really two cents a pound?"
"Hahaha, we planted a lot at home, this is great!"
"Hurry up, hurry up, dig up those potatoes. Be careful not to break them."
Not every household in Zaihu Village planted potatoes, and those who did grew them varied. After all, they considered them a common edible crop, so how much could they plant? Most people planted only an acre or half an acre, while some only planted a single patch or a small patch. They didn't even grow as much as soybeans or corn.
Those who have planted them are so happy! This thing was just dug up and weighed! And the results are really good. Even if you don't take care of it after planting, each seedling can produce more than a pound. If the soil is a little fertile and you take some care, two or three pounds is no problem.
Some people dug up an acre or half an acre of land, leaving only a small amount for food and drink as seeds for next year. Although the crops were sparse, the harvest was quite a lot. They sold about a thousand or six hundred or seven hundred kilograms of crops, making several taels of silver or several coins in one go, and were extremely happy.
The vegetables planted in the vegetable garden and in the corners of the fields weighed as much as two or three hundred kilograms, and as little as a little over a hundred kilograms. All that could be sold was sold.
Why not sell them? Eggs from home are only a penny a pound at the market. If they were eggs from newly grown hens, they would be so small that they wouldn't sell for even a penny a pound.
(End of this chapter)
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