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The "treatment" of the walnut tree has ended.

Yu Shuai chatted with Jiang Tao for a few more minutes before saying goodbye and leaving.

Jiang Tao politely escorted him to the street where the car was parked and watched him get into the car.

"Taozi, was that Boss Yu from the veterans' farm who just left?"

An elderly man, who looked to be in his sixties, was carrying a large broom and wearing a reflective vest. He walked up to Jiang Tao with a smile and started a conversation with him.

"Yes, it's him. Does Uncle know Boss Yu?"

Jiang Tao smiled and greeted the old man.

The old man's name is Jiang Shuisheng. He is from the same clan as Jiang Tao and is of the same generation as Jiang Tao's father.

"Of course I know him! I often do odd jobs at his farm."

"Boss Yu is a really nice guy. He settled the wages very quickly and even provided a free lunch."

When Jiang Shuisheng mentioned Yu Shuai, he did not hesitate to praise him.

"Really? That's pretty good."

Looking at Jiang Shuisheng, Jiang Tao suddenly remembered his childhood, when Shuisheng's uncle's family also ran an orchard.

He and his friends from the same village even stole peaches from the orchard.

Looking back now, this is also a dark chapter in my history.

The orchard that Jiang Shuisheng operated back then was far smaller than Yu Shuai's current farm.

The couple toiled in the orchard all year round, earning only a meager living.

Later, with the influx of migrant workers into cities...

Seeing that other couples earn more in a year of working than they do in three or four years of running their orchards, I realized that...

The couple also gave up their orchard and moved to the city to work.

However, it was precisely this experience of going to the city to work that led to this situation.

The fate of Jiang Shuisheng and his wife underwent a tremendous change.

After being married for over ten years, my wife went out and broadened her horizons, but gradually became dazzled by the outside world.

He worked for two years but didn't earn much money; in fact, he lost his wife.

Jiang Shuisheng's wife found a wealthy older man in the city, and his daughter left him to go live with her mother and stepfather.

Jiang Shuisheng began a life of leisure in the village.

When they ran out of money, they would do odd jobs; when they had money, they would eat and drink to their hearts' content. This cycle continued for decades.

Now that he's getting older, it's harder to find work, so the village has arranged a job for him as a cleaner.

A monthly income of around 1000 yuan is enough to cover his daily expenses.

Name: Jiang Shuisheng

[Talent]: Planting (4 stars!)
While chatting with Jiang Shuisheng, Jiang Tao used the [Talent Scout] skill to check his talent.

When Jiang Tao saw that his talent was actually in planting, his eyes lit up!
He was just thinking of finding someone to take care of the walnut tree in his yard.

Uncle Shuisheng delivered himself right to our door!

Moreover, his talent is perfectly suited to this job!

Fortunately, my neighbor's sister-in-law called to let me know that the walnut tree had almost died.

If it had been discovered a few days later, it might have really died and could only be used as firewood.

After this incident, Jiang Tao felt it was necessary to assign someone to take care of his mutated walnut tree!
According to the information provided by Brother Tongzi, once the mutated walnut tree reaches maturity and bears fruit, its annual output value can reach as high as 60!
By spending 10,000 to 20,000 yuan to hire someone to look after it, you can still make a profit of more than 500,000 yuan!

Don't be afraid of ten thousand, just be afraid of the eventuality.

If something like today happens again, and I don't notice it in time, causing the walnut tree to die, the loss would be enormous!
A mutated walnut tree with an annual output value of 60 yuan can be regarded as a money tree, and it is no exaggeration to give it more attention.

Moreover, although Uncle Shuisheng is notorious in the village for being lazy and gluttonous, he is still a trustworthy person.

Jiang Shuisheng was a well-known honest man in Jiangjiazhuang.

This is exactly the kind of person Jiang Tao needs.

"Uncle smokes, I want to talk to you about something."

With a smile, Jiang Tao took out Da Tianye's cigarette case, took out two cigarettes, lit one for himself, and handed one to Jiang Shuisheng.

"Wow, Da Tianye, you're something else, Taozi!"

"This pack of cigarettes must cost 100 yuan, right? It's more expensive than Huazi cigarettes. One cigarette is enough for me to buy several packs!"

"Such expensive cigarettes are a waste for me to smoke. I'm saving them to brag to others!"

Jiang Shuisheng usually rolls his own cigarettes using inferior tobacco.

He had lived for over sixty years, and this was the first time he had ever smoked such a fine cigarette as Da Tian Ye.

He took the cigarette Jiang Tao offered him, but couldn't bear to smoke it, so he simply tucked it behind his ear.

"There's still more than half a pack left, you can have it all."

Jiang Tao laughed heartily and handed the cigarette pack in his hand to Jiang Shuisheng.

"You've given it all to me? Then I won't be polite with you, Taozi!"

Upon hearing Jiang Tao's words, Jiang Shuisheng's eyes lit up, and he happily reached out to take it.

This time, he finally decided to take one out of the cigarette pack and try it.

"Taozi, what's wrong? If your uncle can help you, he'll definitely do it without hesitation!"

Jiang Tao's small favors were enough to win over Jiang Shuisheng, who then became more respectful when speaking to him.

"I'm going back to Beijing tomorrow, and I don't know when I'll be back next time."

"There is a walnut tree in my yard that a feng shui master suggested I plant to suppress bad luck."

"Uncle Shuisheng, don't you clean the village every day?"

"So, I'd like to ask you to look after that tree for me while you're at it."

"Come on, come on, I'll take you to see him, Uncle."

As Jiang Tao spoke, he gestured for the other person to proceed.

He led Jiang Shuisheng into the courtyard and they arrived at the walnut tree.

"Sure! No problem!"

"But...you really trust your uncle that much? Aren't you afraid I'll steal from your house?"

Jiang Shuisheng glanced at the direction of Jiang Tao's main house and joked with Jiang Tao with a smile.

"Haha, trust those you employ, and don't employ those you don't trust. I entrusted this matter to you because I trust my uncle."

"Of course, I won't let you work for nothing or waste your time."

“Uncle, I’ll pay you 1500 a month. Please take good care of this tree for me.”

"Water when it's time to water, fertilize when it's time to fertilize, and loosen the soil when it's time to loosen the soil."

Jiang Tao didn't waste any words with Jiang Shuisheng and directly stated his purpose in bringing him home.

"Ah? What?"

Jiang Shuisheng was stunned when he heard Jiang Tao's words, staring at him in disbelief.

Can you earn 1500 yuan a month by taking care of a tree?
This……

Jiang Shuisheng sweeps the streets in the village, and he only receives a minimum living allowance of 1000 yuan a month!

Can you really earn 1500 just by looking after a tree that doesn't eat grass or feed and doesn't wander off?
How could such a good thing happen to me?
"Taozi, what you just said..."

Jiang Shuisheng swallowed hard and asked again, somewhat uncertainly.

"Yes, Uncle, you heard me right, you're helping me take care of this tree."

"Water it, loosen the soil, and just make sure it doesn't die."

“On the 1st of each month, I will transfer 1500 yuan of my salary to your mobile phone.”

With a smile, Jiang Tao briefly repeated what he had said earlier.

This time, Jiang Shuisheng heard it clearly.

It still feels somewhat unbelievable.

But he knew it was all real; he wasn't dreaming. "Alright! Since you trust your uncle so much, I'll definitely do my best to get this done for you!"

"Don't worry, Taozi, even if your uncle dies, this tree won't die!"

Without the slightest hesitation, Jiang Shuisheng readily accepted the task assigned to him by Jiang Tao and gave his assurance with a smile.

With the 1000 yuan he earned sweeping the streets in the village, plus the 1500 yuan Jiang Tao gave him, he now earns 2500 yuan a month!
This income is beneath the notice of young people in big cities.

But for elderly people like Jiang Shuisheng who live alone in the countryside, it still tastes delicious!

His quality of life will also be greatly improved because of this extra income!
"Haha, Uncle, you're too kind. Just do your best."

"I'm going back to Beijing tomorrow. Let's start from tomorrow. Here's a key to the house. I'll give you one."

As Jiang Tao spoke, he took a key from his key ring and handed it to Jiang Shuisheng.

"Don't worry, Taozi, your uncle can handle this! He'll make sure your tree grows strong and lush!"

After Jiang Shuisheng took the room key, he made another promise to Jiang Tao.

Although he didn't understand feng shui, he saw how much Jiang Tao valued this tree.

They even spend 1500 yuan a month to hire someone to take care of it.

He also realized that this tree probably held some important significance for Jiang Tao.

Jiang Tao smiled and said, "I trust my uncle, otherwise I wouldn't have come to you."

"Thank you, Taozi. Your uncle knows you're trying to help him out."

As Jiang Shuisheng spoke, his eyes suddenly reddened, and the softest part of his heart was deeply touched.

He had no power, influence, money, or status in the village.

He's an old bachelor, nobody cares about him.

Even his own brothers and nephews and nieces kept a certain distance from him.

Jiang Shuisheng thought that Jiang Tao was just using this as an excuse to help him out when he asked him to look after the trees at his house.

You know, trees are very resilient; they don't need anyone to take care of them!

Jiang Tao's nephew has become successful; this is helping him out!

Jiang Shuisheng was perfectly aware of the situation; he had seen through it all and wholeheartedly agreed with it!
"Ahem, Uncle, you're too kind..."

Jiang Tao was speechless after hearing Jiang Shuisheng's words, unsure how to explain.

He really wants to hire a "nanny" to take care of his "cash cow"!

"Thank you, Taozi. You can go back to Beijing tomorrow without worry."

"I will take good care of the tree for you."

"I'll take good care of your home too!"

Moved, Jiang Shuisheng also made his own promise to Jiang Tao.

Jiang Tao smiled and nodded: "Yes, I believe Uncle can definitely do a good job."

After finishing their business and handing over the keys, the two chatted for another ten minutes or so.

Jiang Shuisheng then took his leave and went back to sweeping the streets.

Jiang Tao waited at home for about an hour.

Yu Shuai personally drove over and delivered the 200 jin of apricots that Jiang Tao had bought.

Jiang Tao set aside a large bag to take with him when he went to Yuan Mengqi's house for dinner tonight.

The rest were all put into the trunk of the Mercedes-Benz G-Class, and I plan to bring them back to Beijing tomorrow so everyone can try them.

Time quickly came to around 6 p.m.

Jiang Tao felt that it was about time, so he drove towards the southeast of Ping County.

When passing by Baolian Youxian Supermarket in Pingxian County.

Jiang Tao got off the bus and went to the supermarket to buy some cooked food and drinks, spending a total of about 1000 yuan.

After buying his things, he continued driving towards Yuanjiazhuang.

It took about ten minutes for the Mercedes-Benz G-Class to drive from the main street of Yuanjiazhuang into the village.

Yuanjiazhuang is about the same size as Jiangjiazhuang, but the greening and paving in Yuanjiazhuang are better than those in Jiangjiazhuang.

Various green plants are planted on both sides of the road, and there is a small flower bed at intervals.

The living conditions in Yuanjiazhuang are much better than those in Jiangjiazhuang, and it is a model beautiful village officially recognized by the county.

Living in such a beautiful village, apart from the inconveniences in going to school, seeking medical care, and shopping, the environment is still far superior to that of the city.

"Jiang Tao!"

As soon as Jiang Tao entered the village, he saw Yuan Mengqi standing at the village entrance, waiting to greet him and waving happily at him.

"Squad Leader Yuan, get on the bus."

After Jiang Tao stopped next to Yuan Mengqi, he rolled down the passenger window and waved to her with a smile.

Click~
Yuan Mengqi didn't stand on ceremony with Jiang Tao and got into the car.

She settled comfortably into the passenger seat and promptly fastened her seatbelt.

Even if you drive very slowly in the village, at a speed of only 20 miles per hour, you can't ignore safety issues.

"I've been waiting for you for ages. Keep driving forward until you reach the end of this road."

After fastening her seatbelt, Yuan Mengqi turned to look at Jiang Tao, jokingly told him something, and then began to give him directions.

"Haha, really? You miss me that much?"

Jiang Tao laughed and teased Yuan Mengqi while continuing to drive according to her instructions.

"Who misses you, you vain girl."

Yuan Mengqi suddenly blushed and spat softly.

As the two spent more time together and went through some things together, they went from being strangers to becoming familiar with each other.

Jiang Tao and Yuan Mengqi have become even better friends than they were in high school.

"Haha, we men should be talking about whether we're handsome or not, what's with all this vainness?"

Do you think you're handsome?

"Okay."

"Hehe, you're quite confident."

Yuan Mengqi looked at Jiang Tao. To be honest, she also thought her old classmate was very handsome.

He's even more handsome than he was in school!
Like Jiang Tao, who, as he gets older and reaches middle age, not only doesn't become greasy, but instead becomes more mature, handsome, and charismatic.

They are among the very few.

At least, among the few old classmates Yuan Mengqi had met, there was no second one like Jiang Tao.

"Turn right ahead."

"Keep going straight ahead, do you see that building? That building faces south."

"Turn ahead and drive straight into the alley. It's quite spacious inside, enough for a car to pass through."

"That big red gate in front is my house. Just pull over and park."

Under Yuan Mengqi's direction, Jiang Tao drove the car directly to Yuan Mengqi's house.

After parking the car, the two got out from the doors on either side.

Jiang Tao walked directly to the already opened trunk.

"Squad Leader Yuan, come and help me with this."

"Why did you buy so much stuff again? It's too much of a waste of your money."

Watching Jiang Tao take things out of the trunk one by one.

Although Yuan Mengqi said it was too much trouble, she was actually very happy.

"It's my first time visiting your home, so I felt bad coming empty-handed."

As Jiang Tao spoke, he pulled a large bag of apricots from the trunk before closing it. (End of Chapter)