Return to the small mountain village in 1986

Chapter 676: Lovely wife and young son in arms
After the group got off the car, they took hoes, buckets and fruit seedlings and walked forward. They walked for about ten minutes before reaching the other side of Xiaofu Mountain.

The foot of the mountain was surrounded by Gao Mingcheng's barbed wire fence, but at intervals, a movable door was installed for people to enter and exit.

It's just that the door here hasn't been opened for a long time. Some vines are tightly wrapped around it and need to be torn off before the door can be opened.

Not far from the foot of this mountain, there is a naturally formed ditch.

The water in the ditch flows from farther and higher mountains, winds all the way here, and then flows into a depression not far away.

It is mid-September now, and although there is water in the ditch, it is not much, only about five centimeters deep. By the end of the year, this ditch will dry up completely, and the water will not flow again until the spring floods next year.

The people with buckets filled the buckets with water one after another, and then carried the buckets into the mountain.

As usual, plant near the foot of the mountain first, and then plant on the hillside. This will make it easier to manage the navel orange forest.

When they arrived at the field, Gao Mingcheng said to start work, and then personally led everyone to work.

The soil pit has been dug in advance, and even the fertilizer has been piled up in advance. After the fruit seedlings are planted and take root, they will be able to absorb nutrients and grow some leaves before winter.

Of course, for the sake of survival, half of the leaves on the fruit seedlings have been removed.

Gao Mingcheng, Zhang Chengyuan, the Chen family's father and son, plus the three hired helpers, there are eight people in total, which is not a shortage of manpower.

Untie the straw rope that tied the fruit seedlings, and then they could plant the fruit trees. They were divided into groups of two, one person held the fruit seedlings, and the other used a hoe to cover the roots of the fruit seedlings with soil. After filling the soil, they poured water. .

Two hundred fruit seedlings are not too many, and it only takes a while for eight strong laborers to work together. However, when watering, it is necessary to walk back and forth several times to the foot of the mountain to fetch water.

After all the fruit seedlings are planted and watered, everyone can return.

Gao Mingcheng was afraid that this batch of hard-won fruit seedlings would dry out, so he told Chen Dasong to come here every day to water the navel oranges.

When Chen Dasong heard this, he patted his chest and agreed.

After returning to Niuweiling, although it was already five o'clock in the evening, the sky was still bright and it would not get completely dark until about seven o'clock.

Gao Mingcheng thanked the people who came to help, and gave them two navel oranges each, and explained that the market price of these navel oranges was four yuan per pound.

These navel oranges don't look much different from oranges and grapefruits, but when everyone heard that the price was so expensive, and then looked at the two navel oranges in their hands, they felt that they were extraordinarily different.

After everyone else left, Gao Mingcheng followed the Chen family and his son to their house to prepare for dinner.

Chen Dasong said in amazement: "Mingcheng, the fruit seedlings you planted are this kind of fruit? Can it really be sold at such an expensive price?"

Gao Mingcheng laughed and said: "Four yuan per catty is the market price in the mainland, but if it is shipped to Xiangjiang, the Special Administrative Region, or abroad for sale, the price will naturally be more expensive! The local price of these navel oranges is also good. If it’s in good condition, it can be sold for two yuan a pound.”

"Uncle Chen, it will take three years for these fruit seedlings to bear fruit after they are planted. During these three years, you should take more care of them and let the trees grow well first."

When Chen Dasong heard that the fruits of this fruit tree were so valuable, his heart suddenly tightened and he said repeatedly: "Okay, Mingcheng, don't worry, we will definitely take good care of the fruit tree!"

This batch of navel oranges can be considered the most expensive fruit trees in Xiaofushan!
Fruit trees such as peaches, pears, bayberries, oranges, and grapefruits all sell at average prices, and the wholesale price is even lower.

Because of this, the peach, Sanhua plum and other fruit trees that were previously planted in southern Jiangxi were cut down and the land was used to grow navel oranges.

It is understandable that farmers choose to plant fruit trees with high profits.

Several people came to Chen's house while talking.

At this point, the craftsmen who came to build the house had gone home, and Aunt Liu was busy in the kitchen with her daughter-in-law.

Seeing Gao Mingcheng coming, Aunt Liu immediately smiled and said: "Mingcheng is here, you wash your hands first, the food will be ready soon!"

Gao Mingcheng and others filled a basin of water and washed their hands. After they finished washing their hands, several dishes were served on the dinner table.

On the dinner table of the villagers, they naturally eat whatever vegetables are available in the fields. When the season of the vegetable comes, they may eat it every day or every meal.

Gao Mingcheng had been hungry for a long time, and he didn't care whether the food was good or bad. He picked up a large bowl of rice and started eating. He had eaten the fried eggplant with peppers for a whole summer, but Gao Mingcheng still You won’t get tired of it because this dish is perfect for every meal!
Of course, peppers and eggplants are about to go out of season, and it will not be easy to eat fresh peppers and eggplants by then.

In addition to a few common dishes, there is also a plate of stir-fried tender pumpkin on the table.

Some of the pumpkins in the ground have turned red and old, but there are also some that have just grown. These tender pumpkins can be picked and eaten for stir-fry. They taste very soft and sweet.

In fact, pumpkin flowers can also be eaten. They can be used to make soup with meat or fried with eggs. However, this dish is rare and must be encountered.

Pumpkin flowers are divided into male and female, and male flowers do not bear fruit, so after the male flowers bloom, you can pick them for cooking and eating.

Gao Mingcheng ate very quickly, like a whirlwind. Before the others put down their chopsticks, he had already eaten two bowls of rice.

"Hey, I'm finally full!" Gao Mingcheng sighed contentedly.

After a tiring day of running around, I finally had a satisfying meal.

For him, buying fruit seedlings didn't cost much, but traveling all the way was tiring and a waste of gas!
After eating and taking a short rest, Gao Mingcheng was ready to return to the county seat.

After greeting the Chen family, Gao Mingcheng walked to his home alone.

Unexpectedly, Chen Duofu walked a few steps quickly and followed him quickly. Chen Duofu said: "Mingcheng, there is already honey in the beehive. Should we shake the honey out in the next few days, or wait until the late rice is harvested? I will shake the honey out again?" It seems there are not many bottles in the room. Should you buy it yourself next time, or let my dad buy it when he goes to the county to deliver things?"

Gao Mingcheng said: "Wait until the late rice is harvested before shaking the honey! The honey will be brewed for a longer period of time and have less water, so it is easier to store. As for the bottle, my dad will organize wine on the 19th. I will come back to have wine at that time and will put the bottle Bring it back. When you are free, clean the bottle and control the water."

Chen Duofu nodded and said, "Okay."

Gao Mingcheng remembered that when he shook the honey last time, he called two helpers, Gao Yue and Lin Ye, but everyone was still tired, so he said: "Look, you guys are shaking the honey out slowly, or are you calling from the village?" How many people are here to shake the honey? If you call someone, just put it in the account."

Chen Duofu thought for a while and said: "Mingcheng, if you are not in a hurry to get the honey to sell, then we can shake the honey slowly ourselves. After the late rice is harvested, there will be less work in the fields and we can Make time to shake the honey.”

Gao Mingcheng calculated the time. Although after eating his father's house wine, he would have to go to Yangcheng to purchase goods, but Honey was not in a hurry to sell it immediately. He could just bring it with him when he went to purchase goods next time.

Gao Mingcheng warned: "This is the last batch of honey this year. We still follow the old rules. Don't shake it too clean. You have to leave some food for the bees."

Chen Duofu nodded, indicating that he knew.

While talking, they had already arrived at Gao Mingcheng's home.

The car stopped in front of the door. Gao Mingcheng and Chen Duofu loaded the vegetables and eggs into the car together. Gao Mingcheng opened the door, turned the key and started the car. He looked at Chen Duofu outside the car window and said, "I'm leaving."

"Hey, walk slowly." Chen Duofu stood there and watched him drive away.

The sun had already set at this time, but the glow was still slanting from the west, and the entire sky seemed to be divided into two parts, light and dark.

Gao Mingcheng faced the sunset and drove on the national highway.

This national highway can lead to the provincial capital. When Gao Mingcheng drove to the provincial capital in the past, he actually had to pass through Junling, but the county seat was on the right and the provincial capital was on the left.

With a car, traveling is indeed much more convenient. When Gao Mingcheng arrived in the county, the sky had not completely darkened yet, but it was almost done. The sunset had dissipated, and soon the world would be plunged into darkness.

Gao Mingcheng had already had dinner, so he didn't go to the clothing store, but went straight home.

Duo Mei and Xiao Xuxu are already at home. They are having lunch and dinner at the kindergarten. After eating, they go directly back home to rest.

The TV in the living room was on, and the sound of cartoon animation came from it. Xiao Xuxu was sitting on the sofa, watching it with gusto.

The sound of water came from the bathroom, and it seemed that many beauties were taking a bath there.

Gao Mingcheng's return was not discovered and welcomed by them immediately, which made Gao Mingcheng feel a little disappointed.

So he stepped forward to blindfold Xiao Xuxu's eyes.

Xiao Xuxu was watching cartoons with great interest, when suddenly his eyes went dark, and he heard someone saying strangely: "Guess who I am?"

Xiao Xuxu was a little frightened at first, but he quickly realized that this was his father. Even though Gao Mingcheng deliberately spoke with a pinched voice, Xiao Xuxu still recognized him.

"Dad! Dad, you are back!"

Xiao Xuxu stood up excitedly and turned around to see his father. Gao Mingcheng took his hand away, allowing Xiao Xuxu to regain his sight.

Seeing that it was indeed his father who was back, little Xuxu didn't even care about the cartoon and immediately reached out to ask his father to hug him.

Gao Mingcheng saw that Xiao Xuxu had already taken a bath and changed into pajamas, so he didn't want to hug him.

"Dad, you are dirty. I will hug you after I take a shower!" Gao Mingcheng reached out and put his hand on Xiao Xuxu's head, easily stopping Xiao Xuxu's need for a hug.

Xiao Xuxu was suppressed and could only pouted helplessly.

Gao Mingcheng didn't care about him. He was sweaty and soiled. If Xiao Xuxu hadn't taken a bath, the father and son could have played affectionately for a while.

"You continue watching cartoons! I'm going to take a bath!" Gao Mingcheng let go of his hand and motioned to Xiao Xuxu to continue watching cartoons.

He went back to the room to get a change of clothes, and wanted to secretly go to the bathroom and take a bath with Duomei!

Unexpectedly, when he quietly opened the bathroom door, he saw that Duo Mei had already dressed and was soaking dirty clothes in the basin. It seemed that he was preparing to wash clothes.

When Gao Mingcheng saw this, a hint of disappointment quickly appeared in his eyes.

"Mingcheng! You're back!" Contrary to Gao Mingcheng, many beautiful girls were very happy about the surprise. Her eyes when looking at Gao Mingcheng were filled with joy.

Gao Mingcheng restrained his thoughts and said with a smile: "Well, I'm back. The fruit trees have been planted. It's okay for me to stay in the village, so I'll come back first."

He looked at the dirty clothes soaked in the basin, frowned and said, "The washing machine was bought for washing clothes, don't be reluctant to use it! You are very busy and tired all day long, so relax when you need to, and don't wash clothes by hand!" "

Duo Mei knew that he was caring about her, and she explained sweetly: "When you are not at home, only Xiaoxu and I have to wash our clothes. We change clothes every day this summer, and they are not too dirty, so I am too lazy to wash them." Washing machine."

When there are few clothes, hand washing is quick, especially summer clothes, which are very light and light, so washing is effortless.

Gao Mingcheng said: "Then don't wash it today, throw it into the washing machine! I have two pairs of dirty clothes!"

Duo Duomei looked at Gao Mingcheng up and down and said, "Your clothes need to be washed again before they can be put into the washing machine!"

Okay, this is because I dislike Gao Mingcheng’s dirty body!

Gao Mingcheng took off his clothes in front of many beauties and motioned her to wash them with his eyes.

The faces of many beauties turned red. Even though they were an old couple, they were not ashamed!
Many Mei picked up the dirty clothes that Gao Mingcheng took off and washed them at the faucet outside, leaving the bathroom for Gao Mingcheng to take a bath.

A man's bath is different from a woman's bath. In just five minutes, Gao Mingcheng washed his hair and body!

When he came out in his pajamas, Domei had just washed the dirty clothes and put them in the washing machine.

Pour in the water and the washing powder, then start the washing function, and the washing machine will do the rest.

Gao Mingcheng saw that many beauties had to wash their underwear by hand, so he went to the living room first to promote the parent-child relationship with Xiao Xuxu.

Gao Mingcheng picked up Xiao Xuxu, which immediately made Xiao Xuxu laugh and start climbing up and down Gao Mingcheng's body.

Gao Mingcheng asked him some questions, such as whether he had behaved well in the past two days, whether he was good or not, whether he had eaten well, etc.

Xiao Xuxu can already express his feelings, but his words are a little unclear and sometimes he can't express them accurately.

But it doesn't matter, anyone familiar with it can understand what he wants to express.

After Gao Mingcheng and Xiao Xuxu played around for a while, Duo Mei also wiped her hands and walked over. She sat down next to Gao Mingcheng and watched the father and son having fun.

Now that Xiao Xuxu's attention was on Gao Mingcheng, Duo Mei quietly turned off the TV.

She had to take a shower and wash clothes before, so she turned on the TV for Xiao Xuxu to watch, so as to save him from running around.

After Duo Mei came over, Gao Mingcheng held Xiao Xuxu with one hand and Duo Mei's waist with the other, and asked about the clothing store and kindergarten.

The clothing store is already on track. Although the kindergarten is newly opened, the number of students enrolled is limited, so management is not too difficult.

Although it is a loss-making situation in the first year, at least it can gain experience. After the kindergarten's reputation has fermented, and the kindergarten teachers in the kindergarten have gained rich experience, they can enroll more children.

Many beauties are still looking forward to the prospects of kindergartens.

(End of this chapter)