Crossing 70: Fish in the Pond Have Good News

Jiang Yu looked at the house inside and out. It was indeed in a very dilapidated state, and some of the old wood had rotted. However, after sawing off the damaged parts, some of the wood could still be used.

"I just knocked this house down." Jiang Yu said to Yi Chi after coming out of the house.

Yi Chi was stunned for a moment, then slowly replied "OK".

Seeing that he agreed, Jiang Yu kicked the crossbeam that fixed the middle of the house, and then kicked it from both sides. The house creaked and collapsed.

This is so crispy!

Jiang Yu took out gloves, a hammer and a screwdriver from the toolbox and started disassembling.

She worked quickly and threw the wood pieces aside and piled them up, which would be good for burning in the winter.

One good thing about stilt houses is that they are moisture-proof, but they cannot be used to build kangs, which is the biggest disadvantage in the northern winter.

After Jiang Yu demolished the original house, he started to clear the lawn.

"You'd better get some gravel and mud. Go to the place where we dig pottery clay. The mud is sticky. If it becomes vitrified after being burned over a high fire, we can use it to build a kang." Jiang Yu didn't care what method Yi Chi used, but after all, this house was his to live in, so he had to get the raw materials himself.

Yi Chi handed her the cooked porridge and said, "I'll go find someone to get what you said later. Is there anything else you need?"

Jiang Yu glanced at the wooden boards he had prepared and said, "If you want to properly repair this house, the wooden boards you prepared are not enough, but if you just want to live there, it's almost enough."

"Just keep it simple." Yi Chi felt that although the turmoil outside was better, he still wanted to survive for a while. Life in the village should be a little harder, otherwise rumors would arise.

The guy surnamed Liang had been staring at him...

"Okay, we have to lay the foundation first. You prepare the stones and mud. I'll help you chop some firewood this afternoon for the fire." Jiang Yu took a sip of the egg drop porridge and his eyes widened in surprise. What kind of delicious egg drop porridge is this? It's fragrant and rich, and it tastes smooth. It's so delicious!

Seeing that she liked it, Yi Chi couldn't help but smile happily. He lowered his head slightly to hide his emotions, then listened to her instructions and began to calculate in his mind. If there were a lot of things, he would have to ask his uncle to hire someone to do it. With more people, the process would be faster, and it should be done in an afternoon.

Although Yi Chi's only grandfather was left among his immediate relatives, some of his close relatives who married outside the family had managed to succeed and become prominent figures.

For example, his grandmother married to a man from the neighboring province. Her husband's family was also a well-known wealthy family in the local area. During the Anti-Japanese War, the whole family, young and old, joined the army with their property. After the war, they were naturally among those who reaped the fruits of victory. So, to avoid suffering, the grandmother's third son served as a leader in the border garrison.

In recent years, Yi Chi has used the excuse of going to the farm to visit his grandfather, but most of the time he has been hiding in the base in the mountains, doing some translation work with the help of his third uncle. His third uncle takes good care of him, and Yi Chi is also a grateful person.

After finishing his meal, Yi Chi informed Jiang Yu and hurried into the mountains.

After Jiang Yu dug the foundation, he also dug a small cellar underground for him, and then followed him to the mountains.

Going around the mountains ahead and following the mountain stream further in, the extremely cold areas are already covered with white snow.

Yi Chi wrapped his fur coat tightly around himself. This was the clothing he had kept hidden in the cave and he would only wear it when he came to this secret unit.

Xiao Xu at the gate saw him coming and smiled, "Xiao Yi, I didn't hear there was a new mission, why are you here?"

"I'm here to ask my uncle for help. Is he here?" Yi Chi also went into the duty room at the gate. There was a charcoal fire inside, which made it much warmer.

"Yes, yes. Do you want to register and go in, or do you want us to find the battalion commander for you?" Another man who was on duty stood up and prepared to go out.

"Then please call me." As soon as Yi Chi went in, there was a chance that work would come to him. He now had to stay and build the house, and he didn't plan to take any translation work this winter.

The man immediately went out and ran into the valley.

Yi Chi and Xiao Xu chatted for a while and talked about some new equipment that had been purchased. The researchers were busy dismantling the parts recently. No wonder no one had asked Yi Chi to translate the instruction manual recently. It turned out that they had no time.

Soon, Yi Chi's third uncle came over with the soldiers.

Yi Chi walked out of the duty room and went with his uncle to hide behind a big tree to avoid the wind.

"What's the matter with you, kid?" Uncle San was tall and strong. Standing next to Yi Chi, he was twice as tall as him, and his imposing manner was amazing.

"I want to repair the house, and I came to borrow some people from you to dig mud and pick up stones." Yi Chi spoke to him directly.

Uncle San exclaimed, "You finally figured it out, you? I mean, we were all so worried about you living in that broken wooden house, afraid that one day the wind would be strong and the house would collapse, burying you alive! It's a good thing that you're willing to repair it. I'll ask the engineers to help you. They're quick and quiet, so they won't let the villagers find out."

"No, no, just help me dig some mud and get some gravel. There are others who will repair the house." Yi Chi didn't dare to trouble those engineers. They all had important jobs and wouldn't be delayed by such trivial matters.

Find some first and second level soldiers to help, and also to spread the news, how great! Later, I can get some game for everyone to enjoy, who wouldn't be happy?

Uncle San smacked his lips. "Okay, you have the final say. Wait a moment, I'll call a squad of soldiers to help you."

"Thank you, Uncle San." Yi Chi was satisfied and thanked him with a smile.

Uncle San hit him with a punch, "By the way, I'll give you those things to take back. The new house has been renovated, and the household items must be replaced with better ones. Don't refuse! I get upset every time I see you looking like a pinhead. I'll get you two cans of malted milk and milk powder! They are all sent by your little grandmother. Go back and take good care of yourself, okay?"

Yi Chi said, "Thank you, Uncle San, for your concern. I will definitely take good care of myself and get my nutrients back, and the swelling will go away."

Uncle San glanced at him unhappily, then strode back.

Not long after, Uncle San's orderly Wang Yu came out with 10 people, carrying large and small bags of things.

Everyone showed their approval slips at the gate, registered their names, and then headed to Yaoer Mountain with Yi Chi.

Yi Chi looked at the pile of things they brought and frowned, "You guys also brought food? Why do you bring food with you when you're helping me with work?"

"Where are they? Who brought the food?" The squad leader glared at him. "These are the things we saved for you! And the ones prepared by the battalion commander, they are all brought back for you. It's just right that we are going with you this time, so you don't have to refuse! Look at how ugly you are. You don't look like a good guy from our regiment at all. Shame on you!"

"That's right! Brother Yi Chi, I'm not saying anything bad about you, but you're such a handsome guy, but you've turned into this ugly person. Are you still planning to find a partner?"

"Don't tell anyone you're from our group when you go out. We can't afford to lose this person!"

"My mom sent me some fish maw. It's really good stuff, brother. Go catch an old hen and stew it in soup. It's really good for your health!"