Chapter 681: The Greenhouses Collapsed

Although the Qin Family Village has vegetable greenhouses, they haven’t been fully promoted yet.

Right now, the common folks are relying on winter-stored vegetables to get through the winter.

As the two of them were talking, the phone rang.

Answering it, it was indeed Big Brother Qin Han.

"I was just about to call home, and Big Brother called first. How are things back home? Is the snow heavy?"

Qin Han was also concerned about this, "The snow is quite heavy. Some greenhouses in our village have collapsed. No one expected the rain to be this heavy, and it turned into snow in the end. The vegetable seedlings in those greenhouses were growing well, and they were worried about not covering them with straw curtains at night, which could freeze the vegetables. Who knew it would cause the greenhouses to collapse? This morning, the village chief called people to help those families to minimize their losses. I went over to check it out, and most of the vegetables in the greenhouses were frozen. On top of that, they have to rebuild the greenhouses, resulting in significant losses."

To keep warm, vegetable greenhouses need to be covered with straw curtains at night.

After the rain, the straw curtains absorbed a lot of water, which increased their weight, and then they were covered with a layer of snow. It’s no wonder the greenhouses collapsed.

This is basic knowledge. When greenhouses were promoted, the technicians had already warned the villagers.

However, Lin Chuxia could understand these people, who had a bit of a lucky mindset.

If they didn’t cover the straw curtains, the vegetables inside the greenhouses would be somewhat frozen.

Seeing the vegetables growing, how could they bear to watch them freeze and get damaged?

Seeing Lin Chuxia’s concern about the village’s vegetable greenhouses, Qin Han told her which families’ greenhouses were crushed.

He finally sighed, "The other families are relatively okay, but it’s Li Sanpang’s family that I’m worried about. Their family is poor. Previously, they joined with others to build a greenhouse and finally made some money. This year, they wanted to go solo and invested all the money in this. Now the greenhouse has collapsed, and Sanpang’s mom sat in the field crying for a long time. Later, the village cadres went there. I thought, seeing their pitiful situation, wouldn’t the village chief help? But the village chief only invited people to help them work, without saying how they would assist them."

Hearing Big Brother’s tone, Lin Chuxia couldn’t help but chuckle softly.

"What do you want the village chief to do? It’s not just Sanpang’s family that suffered, there are a total of seven or eight families. Should the village chief help Sanpang’s family and ignore the others? Moreover, the vegetable greenhouse is considered a collective project of our village. When the greenhouses were initially built, the technicians clearly explained everything. The consequences of their confusion can’t just be patched up by the village, or will some people knowingly repeat the mistakes next time?"

Lin Chuxia’s words left Qin Han stunned for a while.

"Sister-in-law, why didn’t I think of that? To be honest, because of this matter, I was feeling blocked for a while, always thinking that the village chief was being unkind. There’s no shortage of money with so many industries in the village. I was even considering how to help Sanpang’s family and give those village cadres a piece of my mind. Turns out, I had misunderstood."

"Having compassion is a good thing for Big Brother," Lin Chuxia knew Qin Han’s nature well.

Feeling embarrassed by the praise, Qin Han said, "Oh, sister-in-law, don’t say that. My thinking is straightforward and can’t process so many twists and turns. It’s fortunate that I made this call to you, otherwise, I might have offended people."

At this moment, he came to realize.

Although Sanpang’s family is pitiful, their situation is ultimately a result of their own decisions, and they can’t blame others.

It’s just bad luck, with misfortune piling on, that led them to gamble on a bad weather bet.

Seeing his tone lightened, Lin Chuxia further inquired about the situation of the other affected families.

In the end, she reminded him, "If Big Brother wants to help these disaster-stricken villagers, just do what you can, like giving them an extension. But be sure to stick to your principles when it comes to pricing."

This time, Qin Han didn’t need further explanation from Lin Chuxia to understand.

If he gives them a cheaper deal, how would the other villagers look at him?

"I got it, sister-in-law. Don’t worry, I know what to do now."

Qin Han replied verbally while secretly heaving a sigh of relief in his heart.

Today’s call to his sister-in-law wasn’t because of anything major, just to discuss village matters aloud with someone.

He really felt a lot for Sanpang’s family and initially thought of doing something to help.

After chatting with his sister-in-law, he realized how impulsive his initial thoughts were and what seeds they could potentially sow.

His sister-in-law was right, distant water can’t quench immediate thirst.

Sanpang’s family is in financial difficulty now, and even if he gives a slight discount, it won’t solve the fundamental issue but rather break the rules.

Offering credit is tantamount to lending them money.

The Qin Family Village’s greenhouse business developed so well. As long as they follow the rules, they will definitely make money.

Sanpang’s family suffered this time and won’t act arbitrarily again.

As for defaulting? That’s highly unlikely.

His sympathy for Sanpang’s family stems from knowing their honesty; they are straightforward farmers.

They’re not the type to default on their debts.

With the heavy weight off his mind, Qin Han chatted with Lin Chuxia about family matters.

This year, after the autumn harvest, he tore down their old house and built a two-story building.

Now the building is completed, and they’re currently installing the heating.

"Sister-in-law, this year for New Year’s, invite your master, your mom, and your brother over. Let’s have a lively celebration. The house has plenty of room."

Lin Chuxia agreed with a smile, and only then did Qin Han hang up the phone.

Zhuang Jingshu, listening in, wasn’t quite clear about the conversation and asked with a smile, "What were you talking about that made you so happy?"

Lin Chuxia looked at her elegant and noble mother, took little Qi Qi from her arms, and while nursing the child, she asked her.

"Mom, you’ve always been concerned about my development, but you haven’t talked about yourself. I heard from my brother that you still have a business over there."

Zhuang Jingshu had been back in the country for over half a year with no intention of leaving, and even Zhuang Yang has been staying in the country with her.

Zhuang Jingshu smiled slightly, "Uncle is helping manage the business over there. I’ve decided to transfer all my shares there. From now on, wherever you are, mom will be too. During this period, Zhuang Yang helped me buy houses in Ancheng Yan City and the capital."

"Mom, why are you so fast? I should have handled the housing."

Lin Chuxia had long wanted to establish a home for Zhuang Jingshu here.

Not that she disliked having her live with her, just that every time Zhuang Yang came over to work with her, he felt the small guest room was too constrained for them.

Unexpectedly, her mother quietly made all the arrangements, not giving her a chance to show her generosity.

Zhuang Jingshu laughed and held her hand, "You don’t have the time for that. I could hardly manage not to help you with your work. Don’t worry, Zhuang Yang is by my side, so he can handle these trivial matters. Besides, I want to give you a gift."

Lin Chuxia clasped her hands back, "You are the best gift heaven has given me."