Travel back to the 80s to farm

After a two-hour bumpy ride, Shen Jing felt as if her whole body was being torn apart. Her legs were weak and she could hardly stand up for a moment. At this moment, Lin Yiping was standing by her side, gently kneading her leg muscles to relieve her fatigue and discomfort.

Faced with this scene, Erwa and Lin Jianmin couldn't help feeling a little embarrassed and shy, so they turned their heads away and stopped looking at them.

At this time, Erwa pointed to a breakfast stall not far ahead and suggested, "Uncle, why don't we go there to have some breakfast first?"

When Lin Yiping heard this, he just responded calmly: "Well, OK, you two go first, Xiaojing and I will go over later."

Shen Jing's face flushed slightly. She gently pushed Lin Yiping's hand and whispered, "Okay, stop rubbing, I'm much better. Let's go over there quickly, otherwise Erwa and the others will be waiting anxiously."

Lin Yiping smiled and nodded, carefully helped Shen Jing stand up slowly, then jumped off the tractor easily, raised his hands high and caught Shen Jing on the ground. The two held hands and walked happily towards the breakfast stall.

Erwa and Lin Jianmin saw them coming and quickly asked them to sit down. The stall owner brought a few bowls of steaming soy milk and a few fried dough sticks, and everyone started to eat a simple breakfast.

Shen Jing ate while secretly observing the surrounding environment. Although this town looked simple, it had a rustic atmosphere. She secretly thought that maybe this would be a new starting point in her life.

"Old man, I see quite a few factories here, and they all seem to be quite large, but for some reason, it feels like there aren't many people here?" Shen Jing asked the stall owner thoughtfully after finishing a fried dough stick.

The stall owner looked quite old, with gray hair. He had just finished his work, so he picked up a small stool, sat down slowly, and answered earnestly: "Little girl, you don't know! Back then, this place was really bustling! There were many people working here, and every day was a scene of bustling activity. Unfortunately, in the past two years, the operating conditions of these factories have been getting worse and worse, and many workers have either chosen to find other ways out or simply resigned. And the factory director has been struggling to support it, which is not easy! However, this year, he was still powerless and could only start selling his belongings - those machines and equipment that he was once proud of. Alas... It's really a pity!" After saying that, the old man sighed deeply.

After hearing what the stall owner said, Shen Jing couldn't help but feel moved, "Where did all the workers here go?" she asked curiously.

"Some went to big cities to work, some returned home to farm. And some..." The stall owner hesitated to speak.

"What about the others?" Shen Jing asked.

"Some are like me, setting up a small stall here and barely making a living." The stall owner smiled helplessly.

Shen Jing's heart was filled with complicated emotions. She stared at Lin Yiping beside her, then slowly turned her gaze towards the distant factory. Her lips trembled slightly as she whispered, "Yiping..."

Lin Yiping sensed Shen Jing's inner turmoil. He patted her shoulder gently and comforted her: "Xiao Jing, I know you are feeling heavy-hearted right now, but don't worry. Let's fill our stomachs first, and then go see what the situation is."

Lin Yiping turned around and instructed the two people behind him: "Jianmin, Erwa, Xiaojing and I will go talk to them first. You two just wait outside for a while. If you feel bored, you can walk around, but remember not to go too far. We will come out to find you in about an hour." His tone was firm and gentle.

Lin Jianmin and Erwa nodded: "Okay, okay, uncle!"

After finishing breakfast, Shen Jing and Lin Yiping walked hand in hand to the factory. Along the way, they saw many closed shops and vacant houses. When they arrived at the factory gate, they found that the gate was closed and there was a notice on the door: The factory has been closed. If you have any questions, please go in and see the factory manager.

Lin Yiping followed the instructions on the notice and walked into the factory, and found the factory director's office at the end of the building.

Factory Director Wang Jianhua greeted them warmly: "Welcome, welcome. Are you here to buy equipment?"

Lin Yiping nodded slowly, looked at the factory director firmly, and said sincerely: "Yes, Comrade Factory Director! I am Lin Yiping, this is Shen Jing, we are from the next county, can you take us on a tour first?"

Wang Jianhua smiled and nodded: "Hello, I am the factory director Wang Jianhua! Follow me!" Then he took them to visit the factory.

Shen Jing looked at the idle machines and couldn't help asking, "Comrade Director, what kind of food processing did your factory do originally?"

Wang Jianhua sighed helplessly: "Alas, we used to produce and process canned pork. In the past two years, due to poor management and a decrease in orders, we had to close down."

Shen Jing was moved: "Have you ever thought about using these machines to make other products?"

Wang Jianhua's eyes lit up: "This is a good idea, but we have no experience in this area."

Shen Jing smiled and said, "We can provide you with such talents and technology, and then modify the machinery and equipment, so that we may be able to revive the company!"

Wang Jianhua nodded thoughtfully, then hesitated: "Well, you have a point, but..."

Lin Yiping also agreed: "Yes, we can't let these machines sit idle. We have to find a way to make them work."

Wang Jianhua gazed at the two people in front of him with gratitude, and said with a trembling voice: "If I can help the factory regain its vitality this time, I will definitely be grateful to you two!"

Shen Jing responded with a firm face: "Comrade Director, please trust us!"

Hearing this, Wang Jianhua's originally dull eyes suddenly flashed with a glimmer of light, but it was fleeting. He frowned and said worriedly: "However, the start-up capital is a big problem we are facing now."

Shen Jing smiled and said, "I have some savings that can be invested." Lin Yiping held her hand to show his support.

Lin Yiping smiled and said, "Director, these equipments are very valuable to us. We believe that as long as they are repaired and renovated, they will be able to regain their vitality."

Factory Director Wang Jianhua hesitated. “Do you really have the confidence to get these devices running again? This is not an easy task.”

Shen Jing said firmly: "Director, we are confident. Moreover, we also hope to hire some of the original workers to restore this factory to its former glory."

Wang Jianhua looked at them, a touch of emotion flashed in his eyes, "Okay, since you are so sincere, then I will consider it. However, I also want to remind you that this requires a lot of money and effort."

Lin Yiping nodded, "We know, but we are willing to try. Director, please give us some time and we will prepare everything."

After leaving the factory, Lin Yiping and Shen Jing smiled at each other. They knew that the road ahead was still long, but they were confident that they could achieve their goals.