HCB Chapter 1274 A Powerful Move
Chapter 1274 A Powerful Move
Liang Cheng then asked, "Meilan, what else can our area develop? If we pursue economic growth, we'll overgraze, leading to increasingly severe desertification. And if we try to clean up the environment, we'll consume even more resources."
Liu Meilan thought for a moment and then said, "One of the projects I supported, solar panels, has now achieved a breakthrough. In addition, when they were conducting experiments, they recreated various environments, including desert geography where solar panels were installed. Solar energy can generate electricity, and photovoltaic panels can block the wind, reducing the amount of sand blown away and minimizing water evaporation. The water used to wash the solar panels flows into the sand below, and after grass seeds are sown there, they will grow."
Liang Cheng stared in disbelief. "Meilan, has solar energy technology really achieved a breakthrough?"
Liu Meilan nodded, "We've achieved a breakthrough, greatly improving both power generation and cost, and we've applied for a patent. In densely populated cities, electricity and water can be provided. But for nomadic people, carrying a few solar panels, setting them up during the day to generate electricity and storing it in batteries, and using it for lighting or cooking at night, can greatly improve their living standards."
"Also, I think you could try solar-powered sheep farming on a small scale. To support your work, I can help you with some things to make it easier for you to promote it locally. After all, projects that don't cost money are easier to get approved. Once you have to spend money, there will be a lot of disputes."
Liang Cheng was excited. He stood up and bowed to Liu Meilan, saying, "If we can really achieve such a cycle, it will be a great achievement! I will definitely put your name on the list then."
Liu Meilan waved her hand, "No need. Everything you do must meet the needs of the local people. Proving that this is good for the people is the most important thing. I have Professor Cao's phone number here; it's his research group. They lacked funds, so I invested. Forty million over three consecutive years—I'm very satisfied with the progress we've made."
Liang Cheng wrote down Professor Cao's phone number. "Thank you, Meilan. I'll visit Professor Cao tomorrow to discuss its feasibility."
Liu Meilan agreed, "Give it a try, you might be surprised by the results."
"Thank you so much," Liang Cheng said with a smile. If it succeeds, it will be a win-win situation for the local area. In the future, when people think of using solar photovoltaic power for sheep farming, they will think of Liang Cheng.
After chatting for a while, the elderly people woke up.
They packed their things, then took a car and went to visit the Liu family.
Grandpa Liu and Doctor Wang were already waiting at home. "Three brothers, three sisters-in-law, please come in!"
These people were all older than him, so Grandpa Liu addressed them directly as "brother".
"Oh, don't be so polite, we're the ones who have bothered you!" Old Master Fu said with a smile. "Please forgive us if we cause you any trouble in the future!"
Grandpa Liu chuckled, "I'd love for you to come! It saves you the trouble of traveling back and forth. Old Wang and I will move over too, and we can have some tea and play chess! The kids can come over to play after school!"
Since the other party was a guest, Old Master Liu asked Doctor Wang to help entertain them. They talked about interesting stories and local customs of Sifang Island.
Liu Zhengtao has also returned and is currently helping Professor Xie cook.
Hearing the noise outside, Professor Xie and Liu Zhentao came out to greet them, "You stay here and chat with Uncle and Aunt, I'll go cook!"
Liu Meilan stopped Professor Xie, "Mom, you stay and talk to the three grandmas, I'll go and cook with the nanny!"
Professor Xie smiled, clearly approving of Liu Meilan's cooking skills, "Okay! Then you cook!"
Professor Xie is a very humble and eloquent person. Although she had never met Madam Liang and Madam Xu before, she has extensive experience in dealing with the elderly.
"Isn't our island nice?" Professor Xie asked with a smile. "When the weather is nice, it's good to take a walk around the island! If you don't want to build it yourself, there are sightseeing buses at the sanatorium that can take you around. This island may not be big, but the scenery is really beautiful!"
Madam Xu nodded, "The air is so fresh. In the north, there are no flowers blooming anymore, but seeing all kinds of flowers in full bloom on the island is wonderful. Especially the camellias, they are so beautiful!"
Madam Liang nodded, "The camellias are beautiful, but the roses are even more gorgeous! I need to take my camera tomorrow and take lots of pictures!"
"Then take a couple more pictures of me tomorrow!" Old Madam Fu said with a smile. "Make sure they look good, so the younger generation can have something to remember them by!"
Madam Xu nodded quickly, "Yes, yes, yes! I'd better tie my hair up nicely tomorrow! When Xiao Bei sees my photos in the future, he'll think I'm a classy and beautiful old lady!"
Professor Xie flattered, "Aunties, please don't say that! You are all healthy and will live to be a hundred!"
Madam Fu laughed heartily, "At our age, to still be able to walk on our own and not be confused is already a blessing! If we pass away one day, it will be a joyous occasion. As the younger generation, you should eat and drink as you please and take good care of yourselves!"
Madam Liang chimed in, "We survived countless near-death experiences, and we're incredibly lucky to have witnessed the beauty of our motherland and the country's gradual growth into a stronger nation! We've long since become indifferent to life and death. Of course, we wouldn't mind living a little longer and enjoying life a little more!"
Hearing their carefree words, Professor Xie smiled! Perhaps she could be just as carefree when she reaches that age someday. But right now, she truly cherishes every day and every second, hoping to see her children become independent and to watch her grandchildren grow up.
With the help of Liu Meilan and the nanny, a large table of dishes was prepared.
The large round table was set with a lazy Susan, and everyone had serving chopsticks, so they ate as they pleased.
Some of them were meeting for the first time. Among them were Liu Meilan, Fu Chen, Liang Cheng, and Xu Feng. There were no awkward silences, and the atmosphere was very harmonious.
After dinner, they sat in the living room for a while before Liu Meilan and Fu Chen took them back to the sanatorium.
Back in their apartment, Fu Chen and Liu Meilan had just finished showering and were about to have some fun when Liu Meilan's phone rang.
Fu Chen turned off his phone and continued kissing Liu Meilan's neck, only to be disturbed by the phone ringing again!
Liu Meilan was quick this time, grabbing the phone to look at it. "Qin Ming, why are you calling me so late at night? Did something happen to Meixiang?"
Fu Chen knew the special nature of Qin Ming's work, so instead of continuing what he was doing, he lay down on his side next to Liu Meilan. "Hurry up and answer the phone! If something urgent happens during Qingming Festival, you might miss it if you don't answer!"
Liu Meilan nodded and answered the phone. "Qin Ming, why are you calling me so late at night? Is something serious wrong?"
Qin Ming's voice came from the other end of the phone, "I received a message from Captain Li saying that Li Anna wants to see you!"
"Huh?" Liu Meilan stared in disbelief. "That female celebrity confessed?"
Qin Ming nodded, "I confess!"
Liu Meilan asked suspiciously, "If she confessed, why does she want to see me? I have nothing to do with her!"