In an ancient and mysterious village, I, an ordinary peasant woman, were involved in an unbelievable incident because of a trivial matter. That day, I just wanted to steal a few cucumbers, but unexpectedly, it led to a series of incredible things.
"Oh, these cucumbers grow so well!" I stood outside Li Laohan's vegetable garden, looking at the green cucumbers with greedy eyes.
Our vegetable garden is not growing well, the cucumber seedlings are thin and small, and the cucumbers are thin and short. And the cucumbers in Li Laohan's vegetable garden are long and thick, which makes people drool when they look at it. I couldn't hold back for a while, so I thought about stealing a few and trying them home.
Taking advantage of Li Laohan's absence, I sneaked into his vegetable garden, picked a few cucumbers and hid them in the basket, and just as I was about to leave, I suddenly heard Li Laohan's voice.
"Oh, isn't this the widow Zhang from the village, why did she come to my vegetable garden?" Li Laohan looked at me with a smile, still holding the cucumber I had just picked.
I blushed with shame and explained, "I...... I just want to try your cucumbers, they look so delicious. ”
Li Laohan didn't get angry, but laughed: "Haha, it's just a few cucumbers, you can eat more if you like." However, this cucumber is a little special. ”
I looked at him suspiciously, "Special? What's so special?"
Li Laohan smiled mysteriously: "You'll find out later." ”
After saying that, he turned around and picked up a cucumber, secretly peed on it, and then handed it to me: "Oh, this is for you, take it home and taste it." ”
I took the cucumber and felt sick for a while, but I was too embarrassed to refuse, so I had to take it home.
When I got home, the more I thought about it, the more wrong it became, there wouldn't be a smell of urine on this cucumber, right? I picked up the cucumber and smelled it, but I smelled a strange fragrance, it didn't seem to be the smell of urine.
I hesitated, but decided to cut the cucumber and taste it. Surprisingly, this cucumber turned out to be surprisingly delicious, sweet and delicious, much better than my cucumber.
I couldn't help but exclaim: "This cucumber is so delicious! No wonder Li Laohan's vegetable garden grows so well!"
However, over the next few days, I found myself craving the cucumber more and more, to the point of addiction. Every day, I would unconsciously walk near Mr. Li's vegetable garden, trying to steal a few more cucumbers to satisfy my hunger.
Finally one day, I couldn't help but steal a cucumber and went home, but I was caught red-handed by Li Laohan.
He looked at the cucumber in my hand and said with a smile, "It seems that you really like my cucumber." ”
I smiled awkwardly, "Yes...... yes, your cucumbers are really delicious. ”
Li Laohan suddenly restrained his smile and said mysteriously: "Do you know? The reason why this cucumber is so delicious is because I use a special fertilizer. ”
"Special fertilizer?" I asked curiously, "what kind of fertilizer?"
Li Laohan refused to say more, but smiled mysteriously: "This is my secret." What I can tell you, though, is that this fertilizer makes cucumbers even more delicious. ”
I wondered even more, what kind of magic fertilizer is this, how can it make cucumbers so delicious, and I even began to wonder if I could get this fertilizer, wouldn't my vegetable garden be able to grow such delicious cucumbers?
However, things are not as simple as I thought. In the following days, I found that I couldn't do without Li Laohan's cucumbers more and more, and I felt uncomfortable without eating one every day. And Li Laohan also seemed to see through my thoughts, and would give me a few cucumbers with a smile every time.
Until one day, I overheard some rumors in the village that the reason why Li Laohan's cucumbers were so delicious was because he used some strange secret method. I started to get scared, what secrets are hidden in this cucumber, why am I so addicted to it?
I decided to ask Mr. Li for clarification. When I came to his vegetable garden again, he was watering the cucumbers. I plucked up the courage to step forward: "Old man Li, tell me the truth, why are your cucumbers so delicious? Did you use some weird secret method?"
Li Laohan put down the kettle in his hand, looked at me and smiled: "You finally asked." Actually, the reason why this cucumber is delicious is because I added a special ingredient. ”
"What ingredient?" I asked nervously.
Li Laohan was silent for a while, and said slowly: "It's human desire. ”
"Human desires?" I looked at him in amazement, "what does that mean?"
Li Laohan explained: "Human desire is a powerful force that can make things better. I use a special method to extract this desire and add it to the cucumber to make it even more delicious. ”
I felt a wave of fear come over me: "Whose desires have you extracted?"
Li Laohan smiled: "You don't need to know this." What I can tell you, though, is that this desire is harmless, it just makes the cucumber more delicious. ”
I took a deep breath and tried to calm myself. Although Mr. Li's explanation made me feel a little creepy, I couldn't help but want to try those delicious cucumbers when I thought of them.
I asked in a trembling voice, "What...... So if I eat so many cucumbers, will something happen?"
Li Laohan shook his head: "Don't worry, it'll be fine." This desire is not harmful to the human body, it just makes you crave delicious food more. ”
I breathed a sigh of relief, but my heart was still full of doubts and fear. Is this weird secret method really not harmful to the human body, and why am I so addicted to this cucumber?
Li Laohan seemed to see my thoughts, he patted me on the shoulder and said, "Widow Zhang, you don't have to worry too much. Although this cucumber is something special, it won't hurt you. On the contrary, it will also give you some unexpected benefits. ”
"Unexpected benefits?" I looked at him quizzically.
Li Laohan smiled mysteriously: "You will know later." Now, you should enjoy these delicious cucumbers. ”
With that, he handed me a few cucumbers, then turned and left the garden.
I returned home with the cucumber and had mixed feelings. This cucumber is delicious, but there is such a strange secret behind it. Can I really continue to enjoy this delicious taste?
However, when I took my first bite of the cucumber, all my doubts and fears were thrown out of the clouds. I couldn't resist the deliciousness, and I even began to look forward to the next time I went to Mr. Li's vegetable garden to steal cucumbers.
Over time, I got used to this weird and delicious cucumber. There was still a little fear in my heart, but every time I thought about the deliciousness, all my worries vanished.
And Li Laohan didn't seem to mind that I often went to his vegetable garden to steal cucumbers, and every time he would watch me leave with a smile. This strange harmonious relationship has lasted for a long, long time.
Until one day, something big happened in the village. A stranger came to our village, claiming to be a gourmand and came here to taste Li Laohan's cucumbers.
When I heard the news, I was curious, so I followed to see the excitement. The gourmand tasted a cucumber and his eyes widened: "The taste of this cucumber is amazing! I have never tasted such a delicious cucumber!"
He excitedly grabbed Li Laohan's hand: "Can you tell me how this cucumber is grown? I'm willing to pay a high price for your secret method!"
Li Laohan just shook his head with a smile: "I'm sorry sir, this is my secret." I can't tell you. ”
The gourmand was obviously unwilling to give up, he took out a thick pile of bills: "As long as you are willing to tell me the secret method, the money is all yours!" However, Li Laohan was still unmoved, he gently pushed away the gourmand hand: "Money is not important to me, the important thing is to protect my secrets." Seeing this, the gourmand left the village disappointed. I looked at the back of Li Laohan, and my heart was full of respect and curiosity. What kind of secret did he hide, and where did the delicious taste of cucumber come from? I may never know the answer, but this strange experience has become an unforgettable memory for the rest of my life.
After the gourmand left disappointed, the village returned to tranquility. However, Li Laohan's cucumbers became famous because of this incident. More and more people are coming here to taste this rumored delicacy.
Li Laohan's vegetable garden became lively, but he was always tight-lipped, and he never revealed the secret of cucumbers to anyone.
I watched more and more people pour into the village, and I had mixed feelings. I know that behind the deliciousness of this cucumber, there is a secret that no one knows. I began to worry that if one day, this secret was revealed, would it bring disaster to the village?
However, my concerns have not stopped people from pursuing deliciousness. Mr. Li's cucumbers are becoming more and more popular, and some people have even started bidding for his vegetable garden.
One day, a mysterious merchant came to the village. Unlike the others, he was not interested in the delicacy of cucumbers, but went directly to Li Laohan and made an amazing request.
"I've heard that your cucumbers are extraordinary, and I want to pay a high price for your garden. The mysterious merchant said.
Li Laohan smiled and shook his head: "My vegetable garden is not for sale. ”
Undeterred, the mysterious merchant continued, "I know your cucumbers have special secrets. I don't want to get into the secret, but I need this garden. You can prescribe any conditions, as long as I can meet them. ”
Li Laohan looked at the mysterious merchant, and a gleam flashed in his eyes. He was silent for a moment, and then slowly spoke: "If you really want this vegetable garden, I can give it to you." But you have to promise me one condition. ”
"What conditions?" asked the mysterious merchant curiously.
"You have to make sure that no matter what happens, you take care of this garden. And, the secret of the cucumber cannot be divulged to anyone. Li Laohan said solemnly.
The mysterious merchant thought for a moment and nodded solemnly: "I promise you." ”
In this way, the mysterious merchant became the new owner of the vegetable garden. Li Laohan, on the other hand, left the village after this incident and never returned.
Life in the village gradually returned to peace, but the pursuit of cucumbers did not decrease. According to Li Laohan's requirements, the mysterious merchant carefully takes care of the vegetable garden and protects the secret of the cucumber.
However, the good times were short-lived. One day, a stranger who claimed to be an agricultural expert came to the village. He claims to be able to reveal the truth about the cucumber's secret and promises to share it with everyone.
The mysterious merchant was wary when he heard the news, and he knew the importance of this secret. So, he decided to talk to this agricultural expert himself.
After the two met, the agricultural expert gushed about his research and discoveries about the secrets of cucumbers. However, the mysterious merchant sensed something wrong in his words.
"You don't know the real secret. The mysterious merchant interrupted him, "This secret is not something you can reveal casually. ”
When the agricultural expert heard this, he sneered: "What do you think you know? ”
The mysterious merchant took a deep breath and slowly said everything he knew. He recounted Li Laohan's instructions before leaving, his meticulous care of the vegetable garden, and his adherence to the cucumber secret.
The agricultural expert was silent for a long time after hearing this, and finally sighed: "I see. I'll admit that I probably don't fully understand the secret. However, I think this secret should be revealed for the benefit of more people. ”
The mysterious merchant shook his head: "There are some things that the more people who know, the better. If this secret is revealed, it can have unforeseen consequences. We can't take any chances. ”
The two fell silent. After a long time, the agricultural expert stood up: "Well, I respect your decision. But if one day this secret is discovered by someone else, I hope you will face it with me. ”
The mysterious merchant nodded, "Of course." ”
The two looked at each other and smiled, and the estrangement in their hearts dissipated instantly. Together, they decide to keep the secret of this cucumber forever.
Time flies, the vegetable garden is still lush, and the cucumbers are still as delicious as ever. And the legend about the secret of cucumbers has also become a good story in the village through the ages.
However, there are no impermeable walls in the world. Despite the careful guarding of the secret by mysterious merchants and agricultural experts, some people began to wonder about the origin of the cucumbers.
One day, a young explorer came to the village. After hearing the cucumber's secret, he decided to investigate further. He finds the mysterious merchant and asks his own questions.
The mysterious merchant looked at the young man in front of him, knowing in his heart that this secret might not be able to be kept any longer. He took a deep breath and decided to tell the explorer the truth.
"The secret isn't really some magical spell or magic. The mysterious merchant said, "It's Li Laohan's love and dedication to this land." ”
It turned out that before planting cucumbers, Li Laohan would sow a special fertilizer on this land. The fertilizer is made from a mixture of the manure of the animals he raises and plant ash. After a long period of fermentation and decomposition, this fertilizer is able to provide the soil with an abundant nutrient and microbial environment.
And more importantly, Li Laohan poured all his efforts and love into the planting process. He takes care of these cucumber seedlings every day, watering, fertilizing, weeding, and controlling insects...... He was even able to accurately judge the growth and needs of each cucumber seedling.
It is this love of the land and the care that takes care of the cucumbers that make these cucumbers so delicious and special. And this secret has always been guarded by Li Laohan and later mysterious businessmen.
When the explorer heard this, he suddenly realized: "I see! This is not some magical spell or magic, but the awe and gratitude of human beings for nature!"
Filled with emotion, he left the village and brought the secret back to the outside world. People are beginning to re-examine their attitudes and behaviors towards nature, and have learned to cherish and appreciate nature's gifts.
And that small village and that magical vegetable garden have also become a sacred place in people's hearts, attracting more and more people to come to make pilgrimages and visits.
Today, the vegetable garden has expanded into an ecological farm, continuing to inherit Li Laohan's planting philosophy and spirit, bringing delicious and healthy food to more people. And that secret about cucumbers has also become a beautiful legend passed down by word of mouth, forever passed down in this land.