pertwk Chapter 11 The Early Development of Mudflats and Hidden Currents
Chapter 11 The Early Development of Mudflats and Hidden Currents
Chapter Eleven: The Rise of Mudflats and Hidden Currents
The first section, the shallows, was designed to appeal to the people's hearts.
As the morning mist dissipated in Longwan Village, Chen Shanhe stood in the middle of the U-shaped shallow beach belonging to the Su family.
The sand beneath our feet was soft and damp, with several sand streams meandering into the distant sea.
He bent down, grabbed a handful of soil, and ran his fingertips over the fine texture of the earth.
"This is a mudflat left over from ancient waterways, not an ordinary wasteland."
Chen Shanhe muttered to himself, his gaze sweeping across the entire body of water.
Where the sand flows into the sea, the water is crystal clear, and tiny seashells can be vaguely seen underwater.
In the distance, towards the direction of Conch Beach, a thin stream slowly seeps in, carrying the unique salty moisture of the deep sea.
Su Wanjing, who was accompanying him, stood aside, looking at Chen Shanhe's focused expression with eyes full of trust.
"Chen Shanhe, this mudflat has been abandoned for many years. Are you really confident you can revitalize it?"
Chen Shanhe stood up and pointed to the water in front of him.
"The losses were never a problem with the mudflats; they were a result of poor management and lax discipline."
"Look at this sand flow and this seepage water source, these are excellent conditions for raising shellfish."
Su Wanjing nodded; she had already divided the entire mudflat into neat aquaculture zones.
"I have already arranged for the repair of the mudflat paths to facilitate operations and allow villagers to pass through."
Chen Shanhe nodded, his eyes flashing with approval.
"Your considerations are thorough, the villagers will benefit, and our aquaculture will face fewer obstacles."
The two walked side by side on the mudflats, the sea breeze brushing against their clothes, their figures perfectly matched in the morning light.
The villagers passing by stopped to watch, their faces beaming with friendly smiles.
"Dr. Chen and Miss Su are a match made in heaven."
"Yes, Dr. Chen is capable, and Miss Su is virtuous. This mudflat can be saved."
Hearing the whispers, Su Wanjing's cheeks flushed slightly, but she didn't avoid the people around her.
Chen Shanhe remained calm, but a sense of warmth filled his heart.
Upon returning to the Su family home, the elders nodded in greeting as they saw the two of them return together.
Previous doubts about Chen Shanhe had long since vanished, leaving only complete acceptance.
The second section discusses the joint undertaking and the rise of reputation.
Su Wanjing would prepare supplies on time every day and deliver them to the temporary camp on the mudflats.
Sometimes it's equipment needed for raising livestock, and sometimes it's dry food for villagers to help with their work.
She was never spoiled; she rolled up her sleeves and followed Chen Shanhe to manage the mundane affairs of the mudflats.
The two often traveled from the mudflats to nearby ancient temples, where they would rest and discuss future plans.
"The shellfish seedlings have been arranged and will be delivered in a few days."
Su Wanjing took out the notebook and pointed to the writing on it with her fingertip.
"The repair work on the mudflat path is more than halfway done, and it will be fully open to traffic in three more days."
Chen Shanhe took the booklet and quickly scanned its contents, his tone calm and composed.
"The progress is good. We need to keep an eye on the seepage water source in the core aquaculture area."
"That's the lifeline of the entire mudflat; we absolutely cannot afford any mistakes."
Su Wanjing took notes carefully, and when she looked up, she met Chen Shanhe's firm eyes, and her heart stirred slightly.
"With you here, I feel at ease."
Chen Shanhe smiled without saying anything more, and a tacit understanding quietly spread between the two.
The work on the mudflats gradually got on track, and many villagers came to help.
Chen Shanhe is a highly skilled doctor who often provides free pulse diagnosis for villagers, making him increasingly popular.
The U-shaped shoal is no longer desolate; it exudes a vibrant vitality that is about to flourish.
The Su family members saw this and their approval of Chen Shanhe grew.
The patriarch even publicly stated that he was willing to work with Chen Shanhe to develop the Su family's businesses in the future.
The news quickly spread to the surrounding villages, and naturally reached the ears of those with ulterior motives.
The third section features villains secretly plotting their evil schemes.
Wu Yanchou sat in his courtyard, listening to his subordinates' report, his face terribly gloomy.
"You said Chen Shanhe managed that mudflat area very well?"
The subordinate bowed and nodded, his voice tinged with fear.
"Yes, Mr. Wu, he has his eye on the ancient waterways and seepage sources in the mudflats."
"He also gained popularity among the villagers by managing the mudflats, and the Su family completely accepted him."
Wu Yanqiu raised his hand and slammed it on the table, making the teacup rattle.
"A country doctor dares to compete with me for territory and connections with the Su family."
He had long coveted the Su family's assets and was even more wary of Chen Shanhe's abilities.
Now that Chen Shanhe has settled down on the mudflats and his relationship with Su Wanjing is growing closer, he is burning with jealousy.
"Send people to keep a close watch on the mudflats day and night, especially the seepage area of Hailuo Beach, and report every move to me."
His subordinates responded and left, a sinister glint flashing in Wu Yanchou's eyes.
He summoned his trusted confidant Wu Xinggui and whispered a secret plot.
"Chen Shanhe relies on that seepage water source to raise shellfish. If the water source is cut off, he will surely lose."
Wu Xinggui's eyes lit up, and he quickly echoed.
"Master Wu is brilliant. We'll dump waste into the core aquaculture area tonight and pollute the water source."
"If the water source is destroyed and the mudflats are completely ruined, then no matter how capable Chen Shanhe is, it will be useless."
Wu Yanchou's lips curled into a malicious smile as he patted Wu Xinggui on the shoulder.
"Handle this matter discreetly, without leaving any evidence. We'll take action tonight."
The two discussed the details in hushed tones, and the sinister plan was finalized.
The fourth section: Nighttime Adventure - Turbulent Times
As night deepened on the mudflats, moonlight spilled onto the water, casting a cool glow.
After finishing his work for the day, Chen Shanhe did not leave immediately, but stood beside the core breeding area.
He was skilled in both medicine and martial arts, and his senses far surpassed those of ordinary people, allowing him to detect the spying from the shadows long ago.
In recent days, unfamiliar figures have been loitering around the mudflats, acting suspiciously.
Su Wanjing walked to his side and noticed his solemn expression.
"What's wrong? Is something the problem?"
Chen Shanhe looked at the dark figure in the distance, his voice low.
"Some people have their eyes on this mudflat, and even more so on the seepage water source of Hailuotan."
Su Wanjing's expression changed, and she immediately felt nervous.
"Who is it? Are they trying to sabotage our farms?"
Chen Shanhe nodded, his tone cold.
"They've come with ill intentions; their target is the water source for the core aquaculture area."
He remained outwardly calm, but secretly he had already laid out his defenses, waiting for the other party to walk right into his trap.
"You go back to the Su family first. I'll keep watch here tonight."
Su Wanjing refused to leave, her eyes resolute.
"I'm with you. No matter who tries to sabotage us, we'll face it together."
Seeing her persistence, Chen Shanhe felt a warmth in his heart and stopped trying to persuade her.
Just then, Su Wanjing's phone suddenly rang urgently.
She took out her phone, and when she saw the caller ID, she was slightly taken aback.
The caller was Wang Feihu, the town's mayor.
Su Wanjing pressed the answer button and spoke.
Wang Feihu's calm voice came from the other end of the phone, getting straight to the point.
"Wanjing, I'm calling to confirm something. Is it true that Dr. Chen Shanhe treated your father and grandfather?"
Su Wanjing nodded immediately, her tone sincere.
"It's true, Mayor Wang. My father and grandfather's chronic illnesses were all cured by Dr. Chen."
Upon hearing this, Wang Feihu's tone instantly became more urgent.
"To be honest, my mother has suffered from chronic bronchitis and asthma for many years. She coughs and wheezes incessantly on rainy days, and it has been difficult to cure despite treatment."
"I wonder if Dr. Chen is available tomorrow to examine my mother and see if there's any possibility of a cure?"
Su Wanjing turned to look at Chen Shanhe, signaling with her eyes that she was asking a question.
Chen Shanhe nodded slightly, indicating his agreement.
Su Wanjing immediately responded to the phone call.
"Mayor Wang, rest assured, Dr. Chen has agreed and will definitely come to your residence tomorrow to treat your aunt."
After hanging up the phone, Su Wanjing looked at Chen Shanhe with a sense of relief in her eyes.
Little did they know that this phone call from the town would add unpredictability to the subsequent turmoil.
In the darkness of the distance, Wu Yanchou and Wu Xinggui, along with their men, were stealthily making their way towards the breeding area.
The stench of waste wafted faintly, and the footsteps were slow, yet carried a deadly malice.
Chen Shanhe clenched his fists, a cold glint flashing in his eyes.
A conspiracy has been hatched, and a battle concerning the lifeline of the mudflats is about to erupt under the cover of night.