My Taoist buddy has practiced surrogacy

Chapter 1294 Stubbornness

After some efforts, the crisis was finally resolved. The tourists' dissatisfaction gradually subsided, and they gave thumbs up to the way the two handled the situation.

The differences in business philosophy gradually surfaced. Ling Xue hoped to further develop water entertainment projects at the fishing grounds to increase revenue channels; while Zhou Xing preferred to deepen the existing farming culture experience of the farm, worried that too many commercial projects would destroy the original tranquil atmosphere of the farm. For this reason, the two broke out into a fierce dispute. On a rainy night, the two were in the meeting room of the farm, arguing back and forth, neither of them giving in.

"Ling Xue, I know you're doing this for the good of the fishing grounds, but our main focus here is on a slow rural lifestyle. Suddenly adding so many entertainment projects doesn't match the overall style." Zhou Xing said with a frown.

"Zhou Xing, don't be so stubborn. Tourists' demands are becoming more and more diversified. How can we satisfy the market with just farming experience? We have to keep pace with the times." Ling Xue folded her arms across her chest and responded with a firm look in her eyes.

After the quarrel, both of them fell into a cold war. However, after calming down, they began to reflect on their actions. Ling Xue realized that Zhou Xing was right to stick to the quality of the farm, and blind expansion could indeed bring hidden dangers; Zhou Xing also understood that Ling Xue was considering it from a business perspective, and there was nothing wrong with seeking breakthroughs. So, one morning, the two agreed to take a walk by the lake.

The lake was covered with mist and the waves were shimmering. They walked slowly along the lake shore, and no one spoke first. After a long while, Zhou Xing sighed softly: "Ling Xue, I think I was too impulsive yesterday. Actually, what you said makes sense. We can introduce some new projects appropriately, but we need to plan carefully."

Ling Xue nodded slightly: "I have also reflected on myself and shouldn't be so impatient. The atmosphere of the farm is our most precious asset, and any new project cannot be at the expense of it."

This frank communication allowed the two to reconcile. They re-examined their cooperation plan and decided to open a small water park on the farm, focusing on parent-child interactive projects, which would not only not destroy the overall tranquil atmosphere, but also enrich the tourists' experience. At the fishing ground, only some simple water viewing platforms and leisure boating projects were added for tourists to relax after fishing.

After this run-in, the relationship between the two has become closer. They are no longer just partners, but more like comrades-in-arms fighting side by side. In each other's most difficult times, they can always support each other and overcome difficulties together.

As word of mouth spread, Lingxue's fishing ground and Zhouxing's farm became famous. More and more tourists came from cities and even far away just to experience the unique charm of rural tourism. After experiencing it, a senior travel blogger wrote a detailed travel note and posted it on his social media platform. The article praised the beautiful scenery, delicious food, and rich activities here, and the pictures were exquisite. For a time, countless netizens were deeply attracted, and orders came in like snowflakes.

Faced with the sudden huge influx of tourists, the two were both excited and stressed. They knew that they had to further improve their service quality and reception capacity in order to live up to the expectations of tourists. So they invested money again in infrastructure construction. The fishing ground expanded the parking lot and added more toilets and rest areas; the farm built several new wooden house B&Bs, expanded the restaurant, and purchased a batch of advanced farming equipment for holding large-scale farming culture experience activities.

In the process, they also did not forget to give back to the local community. Ling Xue hired some of the village's surplus labor to do daily maintenance and service work at the fishing grounds; Zhou Xing signed a long-term cooperation agreement with local farmers, giving priority to purchasing their agricultural products and providing technical guidance. The development of the two companies has driven the prosperity of the surrounding rural economy, and the villagers' income has increased day by day, and their living standards have gradually improved.

However, just when everything seemed to be going smoothly, a sudden change broke the tranquility. A rare rainstorm swept the entire area, and the continuous heavy rain for several days caused flooding. The fishing ground was the first to be hit, and the lake water level rose sharply, and some fishing spots were flooded; the orchard of the farm was also severely damaged, and the fruits that were about to mature were scattered all over the ground, and several greenhouses were washed away. Faced with this disaster, Ling Xue and Zhou Xing were extremely anxious.

They quickly organized employees and villagers to carry out self-rescue operations. At the fishing grounds, everyone used sandbags to build embankments to prevent further flooding; at the farm, people were busy harvesting undamaged fruits and clearing mud and debris. Ling Xue waded through waist-deep water to direct the rescue work regardless of the danger; Zhou Xing also climbed onto the roof to reinforce the beams. Despite the heavy losses, none of them chose to retreat.

During the flood fighting process, the two deeply realized the power of mutual help among people. The surrounding villagers came to help spontaneously, some brought tools, and some sent food and drinking water. Ling Xue and Zhou Xing were deeply moved by everyone's concerted efforts, and they were more determined to rebuild their homes.

After the flood receded, the two did not lose heart in the face of the devastated fish ponds and farms. They actively applied to government departments for post-disaster reconstruction assistance funds and formulated a detailed recovery plan. Ling Xue rebuilt the fish pond embankment and replaced damaged fishing gear and equipment; Zhou Xing organized farmers to replant fruit and vegetable seedlings and repair greenhouses and farmland water conservancy facilities. With their unremitting efforts, the fishing grounds and farms gradually regained their former vitality.

After going through this ordeal, Ling Xue and Zhou Xing's feelings became deeper. They cherish the hard-earned achievements of their careers even more, and understand that on the road ahead, no matter how great the difficulties and setbacks they encounter, as long as they work hand in hand and never give up, they will be able to overcome everything. Nowadays, whenever the sun sets and the afterglow shines on the sparkling lake, Ling Xue and Zhou Xing always sit in the yard of the farm, drinking tea and talking about future plans. They imagine further expanding the scale and creating more unique tourism projects; they plan to strengthen brand promotion to bring this rural paradise to the world stage; they also look forward to driving more villages to develop and become rich together. In this land full of hope, their story continues to be written...

During this process, the relationship between Zhou Xing and Ling Xue also changed subtly. They were no longer just partners at work, but more of a relationship of mutual trust and interdependence. They would take walks and chat together after work, sharing each other's interesting stories in life; they would encourage and support each other when encountering difficulties; they would stop and appreciate the beautiful architectural scenery together, and exchange their feelings and experiences. Gradually, a vague feeling quietly grew in their hearts.

With the completion and delivery of the commercial complex project, Zhou Xing and Ling Xue's work has come to a temporary end. At the completion ceremony, Zhou Xing was filled with emotion as he watched the brand new, modern building standing before him. He recalled every moment he had spent with Ling Xue, the days of working together, the moments of overcoming difficulties, and the moments of accompanying each other, all of which have become the most precious memories in his life. After the celebration, Zhou Xing mustered up the courage to confess his feelings to Ling Xue. Ling Xue blushed, lowered her head slightly, and after thinking for a moment, she nodded gently. At that moment, Zhou Xing's heart was filled with joy and happiness. He knew that he had found the person with whom he could spend his life together.

However, the wandering nature of the construction industry made their love journey bumpy. Not long after, the company arranged for Zhou Xing to go to another city to participate in the construction of a new large-scale project, while Ling Xue stayed in the local area for family reasons. The two were forced to start a long-distance relationship. Although they were thousands of miles apart, their hearts were always closely connected. Every night, they would share each other's life and work through video calls and express their longing for each other. During holidays or work breaks, they would try their best to get together, even if it was only a few days, they cherished it even more.

In the new project site, Zhou Xing faced new challenges and environment. The local climatic conditions were harsh and the geological conditions were complex, which brought great difficulties to the construction. But Zhou Xing did not back down. With his solid professional knowledge and rich practical experience, he led the team to overcome difficulties one after another. Whenever he encountered setbacks and pressure, he would think of Ling Xue's firm eyes and encouraging words, which filled him with motivation and courage. Ling Xue was not idle in the local area. She worked hard to learn and improve her professional skills, participated in various training courses and academic exchange activities, and constantly enriched herself. She also used her spare time to learn skills such as cooking and flower arrangement, hoping to give Zhou Xing a surprise when he returned.

Time flies, and several years have passed in the blink of an eye. Zhou Xing's project in another city was a complete success, and he was promoted by the company because of his outstanding performance. Finally, he ended his life of working in another city and returned to Ling Xue's city. When he appeared in front of Ling Xue, Ling Xue could hardly believe her eyes. At that moment, their eyes were full of tears and they hugged each other tightly. After a long separation, they cherished each other's feelings more and were more determined to go hand in hand.

After returning to the city, Zhou Xing and Ling Xue began to plan their future life. They bought a house of their own, which was not big but warm and comfortable. Zhou Xing was still busy with various construction projects, but he would try to spare time to accompany Ling Xue. Ling Xue was no longer satisfied with being just a supervisor, and she began to try to get involved in the field of architectural design, hoping to have a deeper communication and cooperation with Zhou Xing in the professional field.

On a sunny weekend, Zhou Xing and Ling Xue went to visit an ancient architecture museum together. The museum displays various exquisite architectural models and historical relics, showing the architectural styles and skills of different periods and regions. They strolled between the exhibition halls, admiring those ingenious architectural works of art, and feeling the thickness and vicissitudes of history. Suddenly, Zhou Xing stopped, looked at Ling Xue affectionately and said: "Do you know? The reason why these ancient buildings have been able to stand for thousands of years is not only because of their solid structure, but also because they carry countless human emotions and historical memories. I think our love can also stand the test of time like these buildings and stand forever." After hearing this, Ling Xue's eyes flashed with tears of emotion. She held Zhou Xing's hand tightly and said: "I believe it will."

As the days go by, Zhou Xing and Ling Xue continue to make progress and develop in their respective careers. They participate in more challenging and innovative construction projects, and use their wisdom and sweat to contribute to the construction of the city. At the same time, they also support and care for each other in life, and experience the ups and downs of life together.

Once, their city suffered a rare natural disaster. Many buildings were damaged to varying degrees, and the lives and property of citizens were threatened. Zhou Xing and Ling Xue did not hesitate to devote themselves to post-disaster reconstruction. They went deep into the disaster area to assist government departments in assessing the disaster situation and formulating reconstruction plans. Zhou Xing led the construction team to work day and night to repair the damaged building facilities; Ling Xue strictly controlled the quality of building materials and construction technology to ensure the safety and quality of the reconstruction project. With their joint efforts, the disaster area gradually took on a new look, and the affected people returned to a normal life. This experience made them more deeply realize the social responsibility and mission of builders, and also further sublimated their feelings.

As they grow older, Zhou Xing and Ling Xue start thinking about the next stage of their lives. They want a child of their own and a complete family. After making full preparations, Ling Xue becomes pregnant. This news makes them ecstatic, as if they have received the best gift in life. Zhou Xing works harder, hoping to create a better future for his child; Ling Xue carefully cares for the little life in her belly, feeling the happiness and warmth brought to her by the fetal movement of the new life.

However, Ling Xue encountered some unexpected situations during her pregnancy. Due to physical reasons, her pregnancy reaction was stronger than that of ordinary pregnant women, and her body was very weak. Zhou Xing felt very distressed. He put down his busy work and took care of Ling Xue wholeheartedly. He accompanied her to the hospital for prenatal checkups, prepared nutritious meals for her, and patiently comforted her and made her happy when she was depressed. Under his careful care, Ling Xue's health gradually improved, and the fetus grew healthily.

Finally, Ling Xue gave birth. Zhou Xing waited outside the delivery room nervously, feeling both excited and anxious. A few hours later, a clear cry of a baby came from the delivery room. When the nurse came out holding a cute baby, Zhou Xing's eyes were full of tears. He gently took the child, looked at the pink little face and closed eyes, and his heart was filled with endless love and happiness. He walked into the delivery room and saw Ling Xue, who was exhausted but full of happiness. He leaned over and kissed her deeply on the forehead, and whispered, "Dear, thank you for your hard work."

In a quiet rural corner, there are Lingxue's fishing ground and Zhouxing's farm. These two adjacent industries, like two shining pearls, attract tourists and fishing enthusiasts from all over.

Ling Xue, a young and energetic woman, inherited her father's fishing ground.