Year: I planted trees in Saihanba

Thanks to A蓝天A for the update reminder.

I'll add more tomorrow, you'll be adding more later.

The Chinese New Year is just around the corner, and the author has things to do, so I can only update twice a day.

Furthermore, the author is busy during the day, so updates can only be done at night.

The author apologizes to everyone for this.

More importantly, authors should also save up some drafts in case they need them during the Chinese New Year.

The data from all aspects has been rather dismal lately, and I don't know why.

However, seeing that many readers still liked the book gave the author motivation.

Okay, that's all for now.

………………I am a dividing line………………

Qu He tilted his head slightly when he heard Xia Tian's question.

His gaze briefly focused in the air, as if he were sorting through his thoughts.

After a moment of contemplation, he slowly spoke, his voice carrying a hint of solemnity.

"I came up here this time for the college students who are about to go up the dam!"

"College Students?"

Before Xia Tian could react, Feng Cheng couldn't help but blurt out, his face full of surprise and curiosity.

Those probing eyes seemed to hold countless questions, eagerly seeking more answers from Qu He.

"That's right!"

"Our Saihanba will soon welcome a batch of college graduates from forestry universities all over the country!"

Qu He's tone was filled with barely concealed excitement.

His face was filled with anticipation, as if he could already see these energetic college students.

They toiled on the land of Saihanba, bringing vibrant life to this once barren place.

"We're finally getting to the part where the college students go to the dam!"

Listening to the music and the words in the summer, my thoughts drifted away.

Although Yu Zhenglai had mentioned it before, he hadn't even set off yet.

Not to mention giving lectures at forestry universities all over the country.

In his view, that was the time when college students went to the dam.

Isn't that just like a bunch of eunuchs going to a brothel—utter nonsense?

However, the news that Qu He brought should be absolutely certain.

It seems that a new chapter for Saihanba is not far off.

"Director Qu, why are there college students suddenly coming to the dam?"

Zhao Tianshan is a straightforward person, and he knows what he's thinking.

His mouth was like a floodgate that had been opened, unable to contain itself, and he asked with a face full of doubt.

When Qu He saw that it was Zhao Tianshan who asked the question, a gentle smile appeared on her face, and she patiently explained.

"Think about it carefully, why did the bureau set up an advance team to go to the dam?"

"Why is it called an advance team?"

"The purpose of establishing this advance team is to prepare for the main force that will follow and go to the dam!"

After listening to Qu He's explanation, Zhao Tianshan nodded thoughtfully, indicating that he understood.

He didn't actually have many thoughts on whether or not college students should go to the dam.

In his mind, it's all about what tasks the leader assigns.

He focused wholeheartedly on completing the task and resolutely obeyed the arrangements of the organization and leaders.

As for other things, they are none of his concern.

Meanwhile, Feng Cheng, who was standing to the side, was concerned about what Qu He had said about college students going to the dam.

My heart was filled with pessimism, and even a little disdain.

In his view, apart from Engineer Xia.

What respectable college student would give up a comfortable life to come to Saihanba to suffer?

Maybe they just want to gain experience here, build up their resume, and then find an opportunity to transfer back to a better-paying job.

As for genuinely planting trees on this dam, he felt it was simply impossible.

However, seeing that Xia Tian had not yet expressed her opinion, even if he had many thoughts in his mind, he could not change his mind.

He also chose to keep his words to himself for the time being, intending to wait for Xia Tian to speak first.

"Uncle Qu, about the college students going to the dam."

"We in Bashang will definitely obey the Forestry Bureau's arrangements."

"We will definitely cooperate fully and do a good job in the arrangements and reception work on the dam."

Xia Tian first stated her position firmly, then changed the subject, asking with a hint of curiosity in her tone.

"But Uncle Qu, how many college students can actually go to the dam?"

"Director Yu went to forestry universities all over the country to give reports."

"I estimate that we can recruit at least twenty or thirty college students."

Qu He said with great anticipation.

When Xia Tian heard Qu He's words, she secretly suppressed the urge to laugh.

He knew very well that, if he remembered correctly, only eight people were actually willing to go up the dam this time.

To make up the numbers, Yu Zhenglai had to temporarily pull two vocational school students from Chengde Agricultural College to fill the gaps.

That's how they managed to gather eight college students to go to the dam.

Moreover, of these eight people, only a small fraction were actually able to stay in Saihanba in the end.

There were only 6 people, including a comrade who stayed in Saihanba forever at the end of his life.

However, seeing Qu He's eager anticipation, Xia Tian couldn't bear to dampen his enthusiasm.

"Uncle Qu, when will these college students be able to come to the dam?"

Xia Tian pressed on with more questions.

"Director Yu wrote to me two days ago saying that he has arrived in Beiping."

"The leaders from the ministry even took him to your alma mater, Xia—Beijing Forestry University."

"After that, I will go to Northeast Forestry College and Tianjin Forestry University."

"After traveling all over the country, it will probably be the end of the year by now."

"In my opinion, the matter of college students going to the dam should be arranged for next spring."

Qu He analyzed the situation methodically.

As Xia Tian listened to Qu He's analysis, she nodded occasionally, carefully digesting the information.

If it's next spring, then there's no need to rush this.

Summer spoke up.

"Uncle Qu, but right now, there's something even more important than the college students going to the dam!"

Summer's tone suddenly turned serious, and her expression became more solemn.

"Oh? What's the matter?"

When Qu He heard Xia Tian say that, he immediately became interested and asked with a face full of curiosity.

"Plant trees in autumn."

Summer's expression was solemn as she spoke, enunciating each word clearly.

"This autumn tree planting should have been done last year, but it didn't snow in Bashang last year."

"We couldn't freeze the seeds, so it was postponed until this year."

"Originally, I was thinking of having the advance team members work overtime to complete this year's tree planting work."

“But now that there’s been a wolf pack incident in Bashang, it’s not enough to rely on just me and Feng Cheng.”

"With the advance team members also involved, it seems unlikely that we'll be able to complete the planned objectives on time, so..."

Summer frowned, her tone revealing deep worry.

After listening to Xia Tian's question, Qu He's expression became serious, and he slowly nodded.

He knew in his heart that this problem was obviously much more important than the prospect of college students going to the dam, which was still just a dream.

All current work must prioritize autumn tree planting.

Only after completing the autumn tree planting can we consider other things.

"Xia, just tell me directly, how do you need the bureau's cooperation?"

Qu He looked at Xia Tian with unwavering eyes, his tone full of trust.

"Uncle Qu, this is what I think."

"The task of planting trees in autumn is urgent, but the danger posed by wolf packs cannot be underestimated."

"Therefore, I suggest we split into two groups."

"One team, led by Engineer Chen and Feng Cheng, along with comrades from the Forestry Bureau and the advance team, went to plant trees."

“Uncle Qu, you lead the other team, and I'll join the comrades from the Bureau’s Security Section. Let’s organize another hunting trip!”

Summer articulated her thoughts clearly and logically.

After listening to Xia Tian's words, Qu He slowly sat down in the chair.

He leaned back slightly, crossed his arms in front of his chest, and fell into deep thought.

He carefully weighed the feasibility of this idea in his mind.

After a long while, Qu He suddenly slammed his hand on the table, his eyes revealing a determined light, and said.

"Okay! I'll do as you say!"

He knew in his heart that Xia Tian's idea was indeed the most perfect solution at present.

Sitting to the side, Zhao Tianshan heard Xia Tian say that he was going hunting.

His eyes lit up instantly, clearly more interested in the hunting.

So he spoke up decisively, his tone tinged with urgency, and made a request to Xia Tian.

"Xia Gong, can I join the hunting team too?"

After listening to Zhao Tianshan's request, Xia Tian lowered his head slightly, tapped his fingers lightly on the table, and pondered for a moment.

Finally, he raised his head, looked at Zhao Tianshan with a firm gaze, and slowly spoke.

"Old Zhao, you can't join the hunting team."

"Why?"

Zhao Tianshan looked puzzled, his eyes filled with confusion.

"Because the tree-planting team needs you more."

"The safety of the tree-planting team is now entirely in your hands, Comrade Zhao Tianshan!"

Xia Tian gave Zhao Tianshan an even more important task, his tone carrying an undeniable authority.

Upon hearing Xia Tian's arrangements, Zhao Tianshan opened his mouth, seemingly wanting to say something.

But after hesitating for a moment, he nodded solemnly and chose to obey Xia Tian's arrangement.

"Old Zhao, I'm entrusting all the safety issues related to the tree planting work to you."

"You must ensure the safety of every comrade!"

Summer said earnestly.

Zhao Tianshan immediately stood up, his posture upright, and gave a standard military salute.

This simple yet solemn gesture is enough to demonstrate his determination and attitude.

……

With the hunting and tree-planting plans finalized, everyone busied themselves with their preparations.

After returning to the Forestry Bureau, Qu He quickly organized the comrades in the Security Section.

At the same time, supplies were prepared for the comrades who were about to go up the dam.

Even in summer, Bashang is not idle.

He was well aware of the importance of the autumn tree planting work and dared not slack off in the slightest.

He first gathered the advance team members and reiterated the urgency and importance of this autumn tree planting task.

The team members straightened their backs, their eyes revealing unwavering determination.

Everyone understands that this is not just about completing a task, but about changing the future of Saihanba.

Subsequently, Xia Tian and Feng Cheng conducted a more detailed survey of the tree-planting area.

With maps and surveying tools in hand, they traversed the wasteland, carefully marking every suitable spot for planting trees.

Despite the scorching sun and their clothes soaked with sweat, not one of them stopped.

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