Chapter 70 I Really Bought the Rice Seedlings
Gu Jiayue was stunned. "I'm not sad. I did this because I wanted to. But I can't force what I want to do on others. Otherwise, wouldn't it end up being a case of good intentions leading to bad consequences?"
Grandpa Gu didn't expect that a little girl like Gu Jiayue could be so open-minded.
He saw it all when he was at the village chief's house. Although the papers were just a few light pieces, each piece was filled with words. They were all the hard work of his granddaughter.
Those people actually doubted that this method might not be useful. Humph, they are so heartless.
"Grandpa, why do you ask that? Is there anyone who doesn't want to use this method?"
In fact, Gu Jiayue had anticipated this. After all, it is normal for people to be afraid and panic about new things, and it takes a process of acceptance.
"Not entirely. You have to know that rice costs eight cents per pound. How much would it cost to grow hundreds of pounds of rice seeds? And then we won't be able to grow anything in the future... Well, that's why we thought we'd try using corn first. If we can grow corn using this method, we'll use your method to grow rice next year."
Gu Jiayue couldn't help but give a thumbs up to this group of villagers in her heart.
Look, who said the ancients were stupid? Aren’t they quite smart?
Yes, there's no rule that requires rice cultivation. Everyone cultivates rice because it's expensive and can be exchanged for more food. Now that something unexpected has happened, we should change our thinking. If rice isn't an option, we can just grow something else.
When the government collects taxes every year, they can use corn as a tax deduction. "The uncles and aunts in the village are really smart. They were able to think of using this idea on corn seeds so quickly. Not bad."
Grandpa Gu was a little uncertain, "Are you really not angry?"
"Hey, why should I be angry? I didn't come up with the seedling-raising method to establish my authority, nor did I want to order everyone to obey me. I just saw that grandpa and grandma were working so hard, and I wanted to help you, that's all. Besides, I'm so happy that everyone can learn from it. This shows that our village is blessed with talented people and beautiful scenery, which is a good thing."
It's much better than being led by the nose, right? Only by thinking can you have initiative.
Only with initiative can he innovate independently, and only then will he have hope of realizing any development ideas he comes up with in the future.
If they are all idiots who do whatever they are told, then Gu Jiayue really needs to reconsider whether she wants to start her career elsewhere.
"That's good, that's good."
Grandpa Gu usually doesn't talk much, and if it weren't for his granddaughter's mood today, he wouldn't have said so much.
"But Grandpa, you still have to tell them not to drain the paddy fields yet. Wait a few days to see if Huzi can deliver the rice seedlings. You can start by growing the corn seedlings. It won't delay them."
"Okay, I'll tell those people when I meet them." Grandpa Gu agreed.
His granddaughter is so good that there is nothing to say.
Could it be a reincarnated bodhisattva from heaven? Otherwise, grandpa really can't think of anyone else in this world who has such a broad mind except a bodhisattva.
Two days later in the afternoon, Hu Zi returned.
This time was different from the last time. He was followed by dozens of ox carts, which were loaded with tender green seedlings, sparkling in the sunlight and full of vitality.
Hu Zi rode a tall horse and appeared at the entrance of the village with a tired look on his face.
The children playing at the village entrance saw him from afar and immediately cheered as if it were a festival.
Although they are young, they also know the troubles that adults are going through these days.
Gu Yuhe was even more excited. He ran towards Hu Zi, shouting as he ran: "Brother Hu Zi, you are finally back! Did you buy the rice seedlings?"
Hu Zi quickly dismounted, a beaming smile on his face, his expression filled with pride: "I bought it! These seedlings are enough for our entire village to farm!"
"Wow, Brother Huzi, you're really amazing! I have to tell my sister right away!" Gu Yuhe's eyes were full of admiration, and that ardent gaze made Huzi a little embarrassed. Huzi quickly changed the subject and said, "You want to ride a horse? I'll take you back."
"Is it really possible?" Gu Yuhe's voice rose a few notches with excitement.
In fact, he had been coveting the horse at home for a long time, but Brother Huzi was very busy on weekdays, so he never had the chance.
"Of course." Although Hu Zi's riding skills were not at the highest level, he was more than capable of protecting a child like Gu Yuhe.
He first gently picked up Gu Yuhe and placed him steadily on the horse's back. Then he swiftly jumped onto the horse and protected Gu Yuhe in front of him.
There were many people walking in the village and the road was not wide, so it was impossible to ride a horse at a fast speed.
But even if it is just walking slowly, it is much faster than a person walking.
The other children followed around, running and looking eagerly, their eyes and hearts full of envy.
Before today, Gu Yuhe had never ridden a horse, which made the children feel a little relieved. But now, Gu Yuhe not only has books to read, but can also ride a tall horse, how can they not be envious, jealous and unwilling.
They were extremely eager to own such a tall horse.
A child went home and told his elders that he wanted a horse. Not only did the elders disagree, they also beat him up. "Look at me, do I look like a horse?"
After this lesson, the children dared not mention it again. But they were even more yearning for Gu Yuhe's horse.
Under the banyan tree at the entrance of the village, Grandma Gu was chatting with several old ladies while sewing shoe soles.
A sharp-eyed old lady facing the village entrance suddenly looked up and said, "My dear, is that your dog, Gousheng?" As she spoke, she gently touched Grandma Gu's arm.
Grandma looked up at the sound and saw that the man on the horse was her naughty grandson. She looked again and saw who was the man behind him.
"Oh, isn't that Hu Zi? He's finally back!"
"Who? Hu Zi? But the one who went to buy rice seedlings?"
"Oh, could it be that the rice seedlings have also come back?"
When the ladies heard it was Hu Zi, they immediately stood up, their faces full of anticipation.
Hu Zi saw Grandma Gu and hurriedly spurred his horse to a quick pace. Then he dismounted and bowed respectfully, saying, "How are you, Madam? I have purchased all the rice seedlings that the young lady requested. Please advise me on how to dispose of them."
In fact, at home, Hu Zi always followed Gu Jiayue in calling her grandma. After all, they were all ordinary farmers, and calling her "old lady" was really awkward, and the elders of the Gu family also felt uncomfortable.
But now that we are outside, we must observe the rules of hierarchy.
When the ladies heard Hu Zi call Grandma Gu "old lady", their eyes were filled with envy and jealousy.
Grandma Gu was very proud and coughed twice. "Ahem, well, go get Jiayue and make arrangements. Yuhe, stop playing around and go get the village chief!"
She straightened her clothes, trying to make herself stand out, and even her voice unconsciously became softer.
"Yes, madam." Hu Zi led the horse away.
The children, no longer attracted by the horses, dispersed and ran home to call their parents.
The village chief arrived quickly, and looking at the dozens of oxcarts piled high with lush green rice seedlings, he felt a surge of energy. The burden that had weighed on his heart for the past few days was finally lifted, and he breathed in the fresh air with great pleasure.
"Jiayue, is Jiayue here?"
"I've sent someone to call them." Grandma Gu took a few steps forward and responded to the village chief with a smile.
Just because of Hu Zi's call of "old lady", when she spoke just now, everyone else in the village subconsciously shut up and looked at her respectfully, fearing that they would displease her.
Gu Jiayue arrived soon.
The village chief didn't waste time and pointed directly at the seedlings and asked, "Jiayue, the seedlings have arrived. What should we do now? How much silver will it cost? Give me a number."
More and more villagers rushed over after hearing the news.
At first, everyone thought it would be the same as last time, just a few hundred or a thousand pounds, with each family getting a little. But when they got here, they were surprised to see such a huge amount, it felt like it was enough for the whole village.
When the village chief asked about the price, everyone fell silent.
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