My 1995 Small Farm.

When it comes to papers and patents...

Chen Ling was naturally prepared.

He had written down his thoughts long before, when groups from Hong Kong and Taiwan came to his home together.

At that time, we were still in the exploratory stage.

Even with the help of a hidden paradise.

He was also figuring it out.

However, with bees already established, he quickly cultivated these so-called honey-collecting flies as well.

Then.

From honey-collecting flies to sterile maggots.

This step is much simpler.

Compared to ordinary flies, the offspring of honey-collecting flies have changed genes and habits.

Then it will be easier to change the maggots.

Sterile maggots are easy to deal with.

Of course.

The scavenging nature of sterile maggots will not be lost.

just now……

The research yielded results and resulted in published papers.

Even if others know about the existence of sterile maggots, they can't steal his achievements.

Even Americans won't do it.

The people in China are even worse.

"They're even trying to steal my thesis."

"Even if I can't write it, or don't have the skill, I won't give you the opportunity to write it for me..."

Chen Ling gave a soft snort.

People are never motivated by self-interest.

In other words, with the cave within him, he could often follow his heart's choices and prioritize emotions at will.

……

Back home, Wang Susu was playing with the children.

Kang Kang and Lele were awkwardly walking back and forth, holding onto the sofa.

Rui Rui, led by Wang Zhenzhen, was playing with building blocks.

"Is everything done?"

Wang Susu took the medicine box and asked softly.

"Yes, Li Bin is recovering well. He just needs to take his medication on time. The consultation fee has been paid."

Chen Ling casually placed the medicine box in the corner, without mentioning the specific amount, so as not to make Su Su overthink it.

"That's good. Now that we've taken care of things for Uncle Zhao, we can rest easy."

Wang Susu always trusted her husband, and seeing that he looked normal, she felt at ease.

"The flight is early tomorrow morning. Check everything again, especially the documents and the gifts for Yue Min and the others," Chen Ling instructed.

"Everything is packed, don't worry. I also put Qiu Mei's envelope in a separate compartment of your backpack."

Wang Susu was meticulous and had already made all the arrangements.

Nothing was said that night.

At 4:30 a.m. the next day, before dawn, Chen Ling and his family got up.

After washing up, I packed up the last bit of my luggage.

Wang Susu dressed the children in new clothes that they usually wore when visiting relatives.

Rui Rui wore a navy blue jacket with corduroy pants and looked very energetic.

Wang Zhenzhen wore a red plaid wool coat and had her hair tied into two small braids, making her look exceptionally lively.

Kang Kang and Lele were also dressed neatly and cleanly.

The family members were all dressed neatly, and although they had gotten up early, they were all in high spirits.

Chen Ling first went to a public phone booth and made a call to Liang Yuemin's Hong Kong Island company.

The phone rang a few times before being answered, and Liang Yuemin's sleepy but still enthusiastic voice came through: "Hello? Who is this?"

"Brother Yuemin, it's me, Chen Ling!"

"Oh dear! Fugui! Are you leaving today?" Liang Yuemin immediately snapped out of his daze.

"Yes, it's an early morning flight, and we should arrive at Kai Tak Airport before noon."

"Great! I'll definitely be there to pick you up from the airport on time! The room is all ready, just waiting for you to arrive!"

"Thank you for your help, Brother Yuemin. Also, I contacted Director Zhong from the 'Return to Glory' production team, and they said they might send someone to pick us up as a welcome gesture."

"Director Zhong is coming too? That's even better! It shows how much he values ​​it! Don't worry, I know the airport well, I'll make sure you're all settled in perfectly! Take good care of your younger siblings and the kids on the way!"

"Okay, see you at the airport!"

After hanging up the phone, the morning breeze was slightly cool, but Chen Ling felt warm inside.

Back home, I did a final check of the plumbing, electrical wiring, doors, and windows, and then locked the door.

The group dragged their luggage to the street corner, where two taxis that had been arranged in advance were already waiting.

After loading the luggage into the car, the children squeezed into the back seat, with Chen Ling and Wang Susu each holding one of the smaller ones, and the car headed towards the provincial capital airport.

When we arrived at the provincial capital airport, it was already broad daylight.

Airports in the late 1990s were far less impressive than those of later years, but for Rui Rui and Wang Zhenzhen, who were flying for the first time, everything was new and exciting.

The towering terminal building, the spacious tarmac, and the "big iron birds" that take off and land from time to time, making a huge roar.

They all pointed and chatted excitedly.

"Dad! Is that the big airplane with smoke coming out of the sky?! Do we want to ride on it?"

Rui Rui clung to the glass window of the airport terminal, her eyes wide open.

In the village, the children often saw airplanes emitting smoke, leaving long trails in the sky.

So everyone has an impression and expectations.

"Yes, that's it. We'll ride it and fly into the sky later." Chen Ling smiled and patted his son's head.

Check-in, baggage drop-off, security check...

The process was familiar to Chen Ling, while Wang Susu and the children seemed a little nervous.

Especially when going through the security gate, Rui Rui held her mother's hand tightly.

Fortunately, the staff were very kind to families with children, and everything went smoothly.

Upon entering the waiting area, there was still some time before boarding.

Wang Susu held Kang Kang and Lele, feeding them formula and other food. Although they don't need to drink milk every day now, it's still good for them to drink some when they go out.

Chen Ling then led Rui Rui and Wang Zhenzhen for a short walk in the spacious waiting hall.

Outside the massive glass curtain wall, airplanes take off and land, while sunlight streams in, making the floor gleam like a mirror.

Rui Rui became very interested in the escalator and went up and down it several times before Chen Ling jokingly pulled her back.

"Rui Rui, Zhen Zhen, there's something even more fun to do once we're on the plane."

Chen Ling comforted the two impatient little ones.

Boarding has finally begun.

As you walk through the jet bridge into the cabin, a scent of air conditioning, leather, and a light fragrance hits you.

The flight attendants, dressed in well-fitting uniforms, stood smiling at the cabin door to greet us.

Welcome aboard!

Rui Rui and Wang Zhenzhen curiously looked around at everything inside the cabin.

After finding their seats, which were in the middle to back row, Chen Ling had Wang Susu take Kang Kang and Lele to sit by the window and in the middle, while he took Rui Rui and Wang Zhenzhen to sit by the aisle. "Daddy! I want to sit by the window! To see the clouds!" Rui Rui shouted.

"Auntie, sit by the window! Rui Rui, you sit in the middle!" Wang Zhenzhen also wanted a good seat.

"Alright, alright, take turns sitting. You must sit properly and fasten your seatbelts during takeoff and landing. Once the plane is stable, you can take turns looking out the window."

Chen Ling made arrangements for the two little ones.

When the flight attendant saw the family with three little children and a lively little girl, especially Rui Rui's clever and adorable appearance, her smile became even more warm and friendly.

A flight attendant who appeared to be a supervisor knelt down and said to Rui Rui in soft Mandarin, "Little friend, is this your first time on a plane? Don't be afraid. Once the plane is stable, I'll get you something delicious."

Rui Rui shyly hid behind her father, but couldn't help peeking out curiously: "Sister, fly high, are you scared?"

"Don't worry, the plane is very safe. Look out the window, it feels like sitting on the back of a big bird, it's so much fun," the flight attendant said patiently.

Wang Zhenzhen was more outgoing and asked, "Sister, are there any picture books to read on the plane?"

"Yes, I'll get it for you in a bit. There are also playing cards, you can play games."

The plane began to taxi, accelerated, and soared into the sky with a tremendous roar.

At the moment of takeoff, Rui Rui nervously grabbed her father's hand, her little face tense.

Wang Zhenzhen also held her breath.

This little rascal is usually the bravest, but today his face was deathly pale.

He looked completely panicked.
"Brother-in-law, this airplane isn't as fun as you think."

"Alright, that's all. Look, Rui Rui didn't say a word, and neither did your sister. Your sister is usually more timid than you, but she's not afraid now."

Chen Ling smiled and offered her a word of comfort.

This prompted Wang Susu to come up from behind and pinch him.

The two little ones breathed a sigh of relief only after the plane was flying smoothly and the seatbelt indicator lights went out, and then became excited.

"Dad! We're flying! The house has shrunk!"

Rui Rui clung to the window, looking down at the fields and villages below that were getting smaller and smaller, exclaiming in surprise.

"Sister, look! The clouds! They look like cotton candy!" Wang Zhenzhen was no longer afraid and squeezed to the window.

As promised, the flight attendant quickly brought juice, snacks, children's picture books, and a brand-new deck of cards.

"Come on, kids, how about I teach you a simple game?"

A young and lively flight attendant seemed to particularly like children and volunteered to stay and play with Rui Rui and Wang Zhenzhen.

She taught them to play a card game called "Train," which was simple and the two children learned it in no time and had a great time playing it.

Rui Rui would giggle when she won, and wouldn't get upset when she lost, instead pestering the flight attendant to play another round.

The flight attendants were also infected by their joy, and the cabin was filled with laughter.

Wang Susu looked at the children's happy faces with a blissful smile, occasionally exchanging a few words in hushed tones with Chen Ling.

Kang Kang and Lele were drowsy in their mother's arms.

It was their first time flying, and they had some reaction.

Chen Ling ordered a cup of tea and looked at the sea of ​​clouds outside the window, feeling relaxed and happy.

This trip to Hong Kong Island was both to help promote our instant noodles and to broaden the horizons of my family so they could have some fun.

After more than three hours of flight, the plane began to descend, and an announcement came over the loudspeaker that it was about to arrive at Kai Tak Airport on Hong Kong Island.

Through the porthole, you can already see the azure sea and rows of skyscrapers.

"Dad! Look! It's so big! There are so many tall buildings!"

"Brother-in-law, is that the ocean? It's so vast, you can't see the end of it..."

Rui Rui and Wang Zhenzhen were once again stunned by the view outside the window.

The plane landed smoothly on the famous Kai Tak Airport runway and came to a stop.

The cabin door opened, and a humid, warm sea breeze rushed into the cabin.

Hong Kong Island, we've arrived!
As the crowd walked out of the jet bridge and into the arrival hall, a bustling scene immediately greeted them.

Travelers of all skin colors, speaking Cantonese, English, and Mandarin, mingle together.

The enormous billboards are dazzling and colorful, showcasing the prosperity and vitality of this international metropolis.

"Fugui! Susu! Over here!"

A loud and familiar voice broke through the noise.

Chen Ling looked in the direction of the sound and saw Liang Yuemin and Liu Yinhuan waving their arms vigorously, their faces beaming with enthusiastic smiles.

Liang Yuemin was dressed in a black suit and wore sunglasses, exuding an air of sophistication.

Liu Yinhuan, on the other hand, was still wearing an elegant dress, exuding a gentle and graceful temperament.

"Brother Yuemin! Sister-in-law Yinhuan!" Chen Ling and Wang Susu quickly led the children to greet them.

"Oh! We've finally arrived! The journey must have been tiring."

Liang Yuemin laughed and stepped forward to give Chen Ling a hug, then bent down to tease Rui Rui, Kang Kang, and Le Le.

"Haha, Rui Rui, it's only been a short time since we last met, and you look so grown up in your spring clothes!"

"Kang Kang Le Le, do you still remember your uncle?"

Liu Yinhuan also took Wang Susu's hand and said affectionately, "Susu, are you tired from the journey? The children are so well-behaved, they didn't make a fuss at all."

As they were exchanging pleasantries, another greeting came from the other side.

"Mr. Chen! Ms. Wang! Welcome, welcome!"

Director Zhong from the "Return to Glory" crew walked over quickly, accompanied by an assistant director and a production assistant.

Director Zhong was wearing a director's vest, his hair was a little messy, but he was in good spirits.

"Director Zhong, why did you come in person?" Chen Ling was a little surprised and quickly shook hands.

"Of course, of course! It's an honor for our crew that Mr. Chan and his family could come to Hong Kong Island!"

Director Zhong smiled and said, "It's only right that I come to pick you up since I don't have any filming scheduled this afternoon. This is the assistant director, Qiang, and this is the production assistant, Ming."

The two sides introduced themselves to each other, creating a lively and festive atmosphere.

Rui Rui and Wang Zhenzhen hid behind the adults, curiously observing these unfamiliar yet enthusiastic adults.

"Oh my, this little baby is so cute, with his chubby cheeks and adorable face!"

Director Zhong squatted down, wanting to touch Rui Rui's head, but Rui Rui was a little shy and shrank behind his father's legs.

"Zhenzhen, why aren't you saying anything? I heard you haven't been to class lately. How are things? Have you fallen behind in your studies?" Liu Yinhuan said to Wang Zhenzhen with a smile.

Wang Zhenzhen then smiled and raised her head to say to Liu Yinhuan, "No, it's not that simple. I can learn it after seeing it once."

Wang Susu was both amused and exasperated: "She's just a braggart; she always acts like she's capable no matter where she goes."

"That's right, sister. A lot of people say that you were smarter than me when you were in school."

"Whether I'm smart or not, I've never praised myself like that before. Aren't I ashamed?"

Upon hearing this, Liu Yinhuan couldn't help but laugh, liking the atmosphere of Chen Ling's family.

Everyone was in high spirits and enjoying themselves.

Liang Yuemin waved his hand and said, "Alright, stop standing here. The cars are waiting outside! Fugui, Susu, go home and settle in. Take a shower and rest. I've booked a table at Fulimen tonight to welcome you back!"

Director Zhong chimed in, "Yes, Mr. Chen, please settle in first. If it's convenient tomorrow, I'll pick you up and take you to the set. There are a few scenes that involve you, and I'd like to ask you for some advice..."

"Director Zhong, you're too kind. I'll definitely go and learn from you," Chen Ling replied with a smile.

The group walked out of the airport in a grand procession and got into the business car arranged by Liang Yuemin and the car of Director Zhong's film crew.

The car drove out of the airport and merged into the bustling traffic of Hong Kong Island.

Skyscrapers flashed past the car window, dazzling Rui Rui and Wang Zhenzhen.

Even Kang Kang and Lele opened their eyes wide, looking at this novel world that was completely different from Chenwangzhuang.

Chen Ling gazed at the rapidly receding street scene outside the window, feeling a mix of emotions.

He finally brought his family to Hong Kong Island, the legendary Pearl of the Orient.

In those days, Hong Kong Island was truly a world-class metropolis, a bustling place renowned throughout the East and West.

Once I'm done with all this, I'll have to do a proper tour. (End of Chapter)