Chapter 493
The old farmer invited him warmly, but A Kuan did not express his opinion. He didn't know how to deal with it. He might not understand the local dialect. Even if it was Mandarin, he had only a little understanding. He still chose the better ones from them. He could speak some of them, but when he met those who spoke in dialect, it was very painful. However, he did not put the pain on his face and wanted to solve the problem in his own way.
Togo saw that Akuan didn't pretend to be deep, but didn't know how to deal with it. It was not as some people imagined. Togo said, "Let's do it, let's check the construction of the pool first, and then talk about the meal later."
After Togo said this, both sides had a step forward and thought it was good. One was that he did not agree to have dinner at the villagers' house immediately, and the second was that he had read the construction progress and the content of the report. A Kuan could also submit the work because he came with a task. Maybe behind him was a donation team. If he wanted to explain the truth clearly, he would have to go back with the answers, so that he would not hand over the blank paper and waste the time of this visit.
The pool is located between the three pine trees, and the concrete pouring project has been completed. The formwork and support are still on it, and there is no dismantling the formwork, and the length, width and depth are designed and constructed according to the standards. Some villagers have done construction outside, know these technical tasks, and are very serious in doing things. Besides, this is also the business of their own home, and they are not careless at all. If you do things for your neighbors, just be careless. Anyway, it is not your own responsibility. Some people are really worried, some people are falsely worried, and they are panicked, and they may not be serious.
The pool is made of concrete, and there are steel bars. At the top of the pool, there are steel bar heads reserved. It looks like they are ready to be used when covering it. They like this kind of cube pool, and some like cuboids. Depending on the mountain, how to save space and materials can reach a certain capacity. In this regard, the owner is very attentive. He asked someone to do it and calculate it, and after planning, prepare the materials, and try not to have any problems.
"When will the stamp be added?" Togo asked.
"There are about twenty days left. After the maintenance period, the formwork will be covered for three days. There is wood everywhere, so it is very convenient to use local materials. Then pour concrete to make the lid, and the pool will be completed. In another thirty days, the mold can be removed." said the old farmer.
Akuan couldn't understand some professional terms. He asked Togo, but Togo was too lazy to explain. Akuan felt that he was being despised and felt neglected. He asked, "What are you pretending to be? Is he really an engineer?" He asked again, and he simply kept silent.
Togo did this on purpose, which was awesome. This person didn't understand technology. If he wanted to figure it out thoroughly, he couldn't explain it in one sentence or two, and he might only understand a little bit. If he wanted to learn engineering, it would definitely not work without a certain amount of time. If he taught him here, he would still let outsiders laugh at it. How could he get a layman? How can he guide the engineering? It would kill people by talking about it on paper.
Togo saw A Kuan silent, just taking photos and recording. Togo thought about it, if he passed by Jiangcheng or did not pass by Jiangcheng, he would always meet Ms. Liu. Because it is not ruled out, Ms. Liu would have to visit relatives in Hong Kong or stay in the office for a few days. Some reports need to be completed by Ms. Liu himself and must be completed by himself. Most of the staff in Hong Kong offices do document work indoors, have no experience in front-line work, and are rarely arranged to work in front-line work. In many aspects, they do superficial work. The responsibility of the office clerk is to contact and report. On the one hand, explain the use of funds and the progress of the project to the aid party, and on the other hand, the request of the aid party must be conveyed to various project offices in the mainland. There will be intricate connections. They are very serious and careful in doing a project. All aspects must be considered carefully and can withstand the test of a hundred years. If the quality is not good, it will be embarrassing sooner or later.
There is still a lot of work in the Hong Kong Island office and requires coordinated combat.
In this way, not only Miss Liu knows Togo's character, but even the staff of the Hong Kong Island Office will hear that Togo's character is not a trivial matter. Thinking of this, Togo smiled and said, "Akuan, civil engineering and water conservancy projects seem to be no different, but in fact they are very different. Water conservancy projects are more stringent. Because this is a professional, I am still learning. At the same time, I urge the villagers who are working on the construction to strive for excellence so that every pool can store water."
"Oh, so that's the case. Unfortunately, I'm not studying this major. You may think I'm talking a little bit too much. In fact, I usually don't like to talk. Only when I meet people or affairs I'm interested in will I express my thoughts." A Kuan said.
A Kuan is very diligent and always records, draws pictures, then takes photos, videos, and sends WeChat messages. He looks busy, but in fact he is orderly and orderly.
Togo's negligent attitude had little impact on Akuan, and almost no. Akuan focused on observation. Conversation was secondary. Fortunately, he read a lot and knew a little about architecture knowledge. Sometimes he didn't understand professional terms because some terms had changed their flavor and were mixed with local accents, which was a bit interesting. Those who don't understand dialects will also be afraid of the terms. Some terms have been confused with dialects.
Seeing that the project had been completed, A Kuan understood why the Hong Kong Island Office listened to Ms. Liu's advice and arrived in this village, he knew who was the person in charge of the project, that is Togo. Togo was very happy to do this job, because through his efforts, many people have obtained the benefits brought by this project.
"Are you finished your business? Akuan." asked the old farmer.
The old farmer saw that Togo was quite idle, and Akuan might not have heard what the old farmer said. Besides, the old farmer spoke in local dialect. Akuan might have heard the sound but didn't know the meaning.
The old farmer's eyes made Togo understand that he needed an interpreter. Togo said to Akuan: "Akuan, this old man asked you if you have finished your work?"
Togo tried hard to speak Mandarin well and said the old farmer's words to Akuan intact.
"It's going to be done soon, it's going to be done soon." A Kuan said.
A Kuan said it was ready soon. The old farmer understood it and meant that he would leave immediately.
Now there is no horse, so it is not necessarily accurate to say that it is right away. Get on the horse immediately, and you can leave after getting on the horse. Now A Kuan says that he doesn't have a horse, so he doesn't have to follow this order.
After finishing it, Akuan said, "Let's go."
The old farmer understood this sentence, and he quickly walked ahead to lead the way. There were many forks in the mountains, and if you were not careful, you would take the wrong path. Just like the road of life, there were only a few key steps. Once you took the wrong path, it would cause lifelong regret.
Togo also walked first, because downhill is more difficult than uphill. Akuan obviously has never lived in the mountains. He has never encountered such climbing highs and lows. When Togo thought of this, he took a step forward and walked in front of him. If he slipped down, Togo could also support him so as not to be injured. In just a few days, he wanted to return the jade to the fullest, but did not want to leave any shortcomings. In fact, Togo did this correctly.
The three of them were in danger. When they arrived at a slightly flattering place, Togo felt relieved and walked to the old farmer's house together. The yard was covered with cement and looked very clean.
The food that had been prepared by the old farmer's house, and they started eating when Togo and Akuan arrived. The fragrance that they smelled from afar was run out of the old farmer's kitchen. This fragrance made people salivate.
A Kuan obviously has not been used to eating local delicacies. Fortunately, he always takes a plane to fly. Some ate on the plane and didn’t feel hungry. However, people have reached a certain age, and hunger can make people work hard to earn bread. There is no time to chat.
The three of them went straight to the kitchen. It turned out that the kitchen and dining room were a large room, which was very convenient. Seeing the hot pot and some cooking, Akuan was stunned.
The old farmer pushed Togo. Togo understood and quickly said, "Akuan, sit down, sit down."
At this time, A Kuan came to his senses and said, "It's so rich! Is this what I usually eat, or is it for entertaining guests from afar?"
"I don't know if you come. If I know, we will go down the mountain to buy some seafood." The old farmer said, "The multiple workers would not say hello in advance."
"I can't blame me for this. I have received the notice. I don't know how I came here today." Togo explained, looking a little aggrieved.
"That's why I blamed you wrongly! Sorry, multiple workers! Everyone is hungry, right? Let's start doing it!" said the old farmer.
The old farmer said that "stance" means to start, which is the rhythm of eating with chopsticks. This sentence is easy to understand for Togo, but for A Kuan, it is simply listening to heaven. Because of regional differences, cultural differences, and living habits, it can all be strangers. From strangers to familiarity, it is a process. A couple still can't understand each other for decades of marriage. From strangers to familiarity, it has been a considerable process.
"Why do you think we have some corn wine we brewed in our home?" said the old farmer.
"That's not possible. I got on a motorcycle. After drinking, I was drunk and drove. When I was caught, I went to jail. I was going to jail. Do you deliver food to me?" Togo quickly waved his hand and refused. His attitude was very firm and could not be discussed. I was not sure whether it was deliberately performing for A Kuan or acting for the old farmer to watch.
The old farmer's wife was still cooking, so she brought the dishes over and put them in, and then went to work hard again immediately.
A Kuan couldn't bear it and said, "Let's have some food together! I've been busy for a long time, don't cook anymore, I can't finish eating it if I have too many."
"Haha, Akuan, you don't know that waste is what the people in the city say. In the countryside, this word will never appear." said the old farmer.
"Why?" A Kuan asked curiously.
"We raise pigs, sheep, chickens, dogs, etc. These leftovers are of great use and will not be wasted. Guests from afar come to see each other this time may be the last time. If we can ride a boat together, we will have to cultivate for five hundred years. This is fate." said the old farmer.
After the old farmer finished speaking, he looked at A Kuan's reaction. A Kuan didn't understand a little, and then looked at Togo. Togo understood and quickly helped translate.
A Kuan understood and thought of the vegetable garden, chickens, dogs, etc. I saw when I went up the mountain just now. These were all alive and I had to eat them when I was alive. Of course, the rest could be used to feed them.
The feces produced can be used for fermentation and are very fertile and are very beneficial to crops, including the vegetable garden.
Of course the dish is delicious because there are no pesticide residues and no chemical fertilizers. They use organic fertilizers, which are good for the soil.
The old farmer advised Togo to drink its own corn wine, but Togo declined. The old farmer said to Akuan again: "You are not driving a motor vehicle, you will not be fined or detained. How about it, have a sip?"
"This is really hard to follow." A Kuan said, "I never drink."
"Taste a little cup, so you can go back and talk to your friends." said the old farmer.
When Togo saw A Kuan, he immediately translated it to him to eliminate his doubts. Sure enough, A Kuan understood. However, you must not get drunk. This is not the business of motor vehicle drivers. This is a question that many people are concerned about. Safety is important when you go out.
Drinking alcohol can easily make things worse, and more importantly, alcoholism can cause lifelong regrets.
Akuan said firmly: "No drinking, a small sip can't do it. I have skin allergies."
"Okay, the distinguished guests who came today don't drink, so let's have a meal. You can't stop eating, right?" the old farmer asked.
"No, no, no, eating is to meet the needs of the body. If the body has the strength, you can do more things." A Kuan said.
Chapter completed!