Chapter 7: Reaching the Pinnacle

In the past two years, during the wave of educated youth returning to the cities, many educated youths had settled in rural areas while they were sent down. In order to transfer their household registration back to their original places, they employed all sorts of means.

Then I will take you to school, and you can think about how to tidy up the school.

Wang Xianghong's attitude towards him is not merely satisfaction but overflowing, to the extent that the good is spilling over

According to his father, the economy of Tianya Island began to face significant difficulties starting in the 1990s. The island was plagued with numerous problems and conflicts, leading many families to leave their hometowns with their loved ones.

Each poplar tree has a thickness that can be embraced by two people, which is quite rare in the island environment

Without saying anything else, you are all aware of the situation on our island. There used to be military barracks here, and Teacher Wang may not know that your school was originally a military dormitory. Our village committee office is the office left behind by the military

Wang Xianghong continued, "People have two lips; when they touch, it forms a sentence. This is simple, but is it really that easy for the common people to make a living?"

The grandfathers warmly invited him to join in catching lice

Moreover, he also realized how terrifying the damage caused by this conservatism could be for the future of Tianya Island

Wang Xianghong glared at her and said, "You don't need to sweet-talk me. Can't you learn from your man? Work diligently and wholeheartedly serve the members, instead of always scheming to divide our island."

These bays were originally blue, but the waves surged in, instantly turning them white. The snow-white tide crashed against the dark reefs, producing a sound like 'splashing'.

Wang Xianghong asked, "Do you have a graduation certificate from the school?"

Wang Yi said, "I want to register my household in our village"

A tree that stands out in the forest is bound to be blown down by the wind; on the islands, the winds are even stronger, and the trees tend to grow shorter. The fishermen are similarly shaped by their environment, which reflects the essence of the fishing community.

Under the tree, there are stone stools, and at this moment, some elderly people are sitting on the stools basking in the sun

However, it is quite rare for her university student nephew to be willing to transfer his household registration back to the village, according to Wang Xianghong's understanding

Do not be deceived by the old age of the elderly; their skin on the chest and abdomen is not loose or sagging, but rather firm, and at the very least, their pectoral muscles are more impressive than Wang Yi's

Zhuang Mancang is indeed a highly vigilant people's guardian, yet he still harbors doubts about his own identity

Upon hearing this, Wang Yi could only think one thing, damn it

He suddenly had a bad premonition

Wang Yi repeatedly waved her hands in gratitude, saying: "Thank you, grandfathers, for your kindness, but I do not have any lice on me"

These are three large groups

The children must study; only through studying can they acquire knowledge. Otherwise, they will not be able to rise in rank when serving in the military, will lack discretion in speech, and will be inept in handling affairs, which will lead to ridicule.

In the bay, women and children are gathering seashells and fishing for small fish. Wang Xianghong calls out, and upon hearing her, they all stand up straight, lift their heads, and follow her call, then burst into laughter.

Liu Hongmei gave a thumbs up and said: "Although we do not understand what Teacher Wang is saying, we can tell that these words are impressive."

Wang Yisu solemnly said: "To bow and serve with utmost dedication, to die only after fulfilling my duty"

Not only that, I have long stated that the strategic value of Tiansha Island is inadequate, as it is too reliant on external factors. If there are any maritime conflicts in the future, the flames of war will first level this place.

In the distance, the vast sea appears boundless, with a small boat resembling a leaf. Amidst the surging waves, sunlight descends and is reflected as golden light, creating a scene on the sea that shimmers like golden scales.

She asked Wang Yi: "Teacher Wang, how would this be expressed in the words of cultured individuals?"

The elderly bask in the sun, the sound of crunching lice incessantly fills the air

Now that he has come into contact with Wang Xianghong, he speculates that the future decline of Wangjia Village may be related to Wang Xianghong's conservatism and rigidity

The summit of Tianya Island is relatively flat, which is also the reason why the troops initially favored Tianya Island as a military station.

Based on the distribution of the three locations, Wangjia Village, also known as Wangjia Brigade, is divided into three large groups and one small group

What spirit is this

This island naturally lacks flat plains, so the villagers can only try to find relatively level areas to build their houses. The southeast, northeast, and western parts of the island are comparatively flat, and thus the villagers have settled in these three locations

The two of them chatted as they went out, and Wang Xianghong took him for a stroll around Tianya Island

It is a spirit that fears neither hardship nor difficulty! It is a spirit that charges towards danger wherever it may be, and goes to where the challenges are the greatest!

Wang Xianghong said to the three of them: "Dong Xi, I understand your intention to seek development and find a way out for our team, but you are still young after all"

The fourth group is a small group, located about one hundred meters outward in the northwest direction of Tianya Island. It is a very small offshore island, or rather a group of reefs, which also has around ten households, constituting the fourth group

The God of Longevity is also here, surrounded by the elderly, much like the stars encircling the moon

Urban household registration is far more valuable than rural household registration, and everyone wants to move to the city

In order to return to the city, many educated youth abandoned their wives and children, as well as their husbands and daughters

The waters of national policy are very deep; you young people have long legs but short experience, and you cannot wade through it

Upon hearing this, Wang Xianghong's expression brightened with joy

Why are there military barracks left on our island? Dongxi, you should tell Teacher Wang about this

He said: "Alright, then I will take you out for a walk—by the way, Comrade Zhuang left you a message before he left. He asked you to find a time to go to your classmate's house and bring back the introduction letter."

Upon hearing these words, Wang Xianghong's heart blossomed with joy

Wang Yi solemnly stated: "I will do my utmost to be a good teacher"

As the two walked around the three groups, Wang Xianghong introduced, "Now that the members have all gone to work, let me first show you around. After that, you can interact with them on your own."

Wang Yi felt a chill in her heart; it was her turn now

From the edge here, one gazes out at the sea, where the waves roll in tumultuous waves, and the tides rush towards the distant island like a herd of wild horses.

Wang Yi reached the mountaintop, where a slightly briny sea breeze greeted him.

Wang Yi nodded, this water is too deep, Xizi, you cannot grasp it

After the results came in, it was discovered that our island lacked both water and land, making logistical support extremely challenging. Consequently, the development of our island was abandoned

However, there is no well at the mountain top, making it inconvenient to access water. Additionally, there is no shelter from the wind and rain, which is why the Wang family chose not to live at the summit

These two large poplar trees are distinct, standing tall at over ten meters, and can be embraced by two people. They are situated on either side of the ancestral hall and are revered by the Wang family as the Heavenly King Trees

Wang Yi walked over, and the birthday celebrant cheerfully introduced him to the elderly, saying this one is called Grandpa, and that one is called Grandpa.

Wang Xianghong tapped the pipe bowl on the table and asked, "Teacher Wang, you are a university student, cultured and knowledgeable, what do you think of what I just said?"

This scene stirred Wang Yi's emotions

This statement made Wang Xianghong more satisfied

After all, it is already the third month of the lunar calendar, the weather is warming up, and the elderly are changing out of their cotton-padded jackets into lighter coats, opening their garments to expose their chests while basking in the sun

The shape of Tianya Island is not smooth, and the coastline is winding and tortuous, resulting in numerous bays surrounding it

Young people are full of ambition, which is a good thing, but they are also prone to making mistakes

Tianya Island is a small island with a complex terrain, entirely consisting of a mountainous landscape over the sea

Our Wang family members do not engage in deceitful or mischievous behavior; we are all honest and diligent. The male members are willing to exert their strength, while the female members follow instructions, with our hearts united and our efforts directed towards a common goal

In any case, he needs to prepare a letter of introduction

Some educated youth still have their household registration in the city, but after moving to the countryside, they have established families with local farmers

Our Tianya Island is located at the forefront of the outer islands, with a large area and mountainous terrain. In the past, it was believed to have development value, and there were intentions to develop it by establishing a training base here

Between Group One and Group Two, there is a ancestral hall located directly to the south, which is the ancestral hall of the Wang family, with two large poplar trees planted at the entrance

He deeply understands a principle: the economy must develop regardless of the circumstances. If the villagers are to lead a good life in the future, they must seek development and strive for prosperity

Thus, he followed Wang Xianghong's words and said: "Secretary, you have eaten more salt than I have eaten rice, and you have crossed more bridges than I have walked roads. I believe your words are correct."

Home is still beautiful

Wang Xianghong also hoped that he would bring back the introduction letter: "Where is your household registration now? Are you planning to settle in the city or stay with us... Forget it, as a university student, having your household registration in the city is better; you can access commodity grain."

Wang Dongxi said with shame: "Secretary, please stop, I was wrong. I was overly ambitious and sought quick success."

However, he did not say this, and it is of no use to say it now, after all, he is just a university student who has just returned to his hometown and holds no weight

As soon as he spoke, Wang Yizhen felt a slight itch on her head and body

The bed and bedding I slept on last night

An old man named Wang Houzhen did not believe: "How is this possible? There are always lice that cannot be exterminated and thieves that cannot be caught. Is it conceivable that there would be a world without lice and thieves?"

Liu Hongmei admiredly said: "The Party Secretary truly deserves to be someone who has fought in the Crossing the Yangtze River Campaign and has been to the Presidential Office in Nanjing; he certainly understands strategy"

Wang Yi said: "With foresight and insight, one can see clearly; possessing unique discernment, standing at a high vantage point, having a broad perspective, and a grand vision; like the sleeping dragon and the phoenix chick, truly impressive!"

He said with satisfaction: "You are a university student, you understand reason, and you are different from them. In the future, the development of our village will certainly require your efforts, and you need to take on some responsibilities."

He nodded slightly and said, "Alright, you just got back, so take a rest first. I will take you around the brigade to meet the Wang family members."

Looking down, the waves are surging violently, and the tide roars like thunder; beside me, the trees are lush and verdant.

Wang Dongxi said dejectedly

Wang Xianghong's group is Group 1, the residents in the northeast are Group 2, and those in the west are Group 3

Wang Yi said: "This exists."

Wang Xianghong said

As the circle turned, Wang Yi gained an additional round of grandfather today

These are all experts at catching lice. One after another, people catch lice and place them on their thumbnail. Then, they press the two thumbnails together, producing a crunching sound, and bloodstains appear on the thumbnails as the lice are crushed.

Wang Xianghong smiled after receiving his reply: "With a letter of introduction and a diploma, it will be easy for you to settle down. I will take care of this matter."

Return to the year 2022

Wang Yi added: "However, it seems that my household registration file has been lost. When I left the school previously to collect the introduction letter, I could not find the household registration file."

At this moment, he understood why his father had always been nostalgic about his hometown during his lifetime

He exchanged a glance with Liu Hongmei and ran away, clutching the newspaper in a hasty manner

He understands the development of policies in later generations, so he is very clear about Wang Xianghong's conservative issues

Wang Xianghong led him to continue strolling, as there was a mountain path from both the First Brigade and the Third Brigade leading to the summit, so they headed towards the top of the mountain