Thinking of this, Wang Xiaoqiang squatted down and instructed the Old Yellow Dog, telling it to guard the Big Spotted Dog and prevent it from running outside before giving birth. He then ordered it to not only watch over the Yam Field and Golden Sand Tree Chrysanthemums but also protect the fish pond to prevent any sabotage.

As Wang Xiaoqiang issued these instructions, the Old Yellow Dog looked up at him with intense focus. After hearing Wang Xiaoqiang's words, it wagged its tail.

Experience told Wang Xiaoqiang that the Old Yellow Dog had understood his intentions.

Considering the heavy burden on Old Yellow Dog's shoulders, Wang Xiaoqiang infused it with some Wood Element Spiritual Qi. With a shake in its body, the Old Yellow Dog seemed even more vigorous and lively.

Then, Wang Xiaoqiang gestured to the Big Spotted Dog to come over, but it hesitated, not daring to come close.

The Old Yellow Dog walked over and rubbed its long snout against the Big Spotted Dog's face, then nudged the Big Spotted Dog over to Wang Xiaoqiang with its mouth.

Wang Xiaoqiang placed his hand on the protruding belly of the Big Spotted Dog and infused it with some Wood Element Spiritual Qi to protect its pregnancy.

His businesses were growing, and it was essential to breed more Spirit Dogs. Mantou Mountain was guarded by Big Black and Little Hei, while the Old Village Committee building had the Old Yellow Dog in charge. All three Spirit Dogs were loyal guardians.

However, these three dogs were clearly not enough. He planned to train the puppies inside the Big Spotted Dog as a reserve force.

After infusing both dogs with Spiritual Energy, they went off together to patrol the Yam Field and fish pond, while Wang Xiaoqiang went upstairs and came to a room. He unlocked the door, entered, and approached the window. On the windowsill was a pot in which a sapling of the Golden Sand Tree Chrysanthemum was planted.

It could no longer be considered a sapling because it had fully grown. Wang Xiaoqiang placed his fingers at the base of the plant and infused it with some Wood Element Spiritual Qi, Water Element Spiritual Qi, and Earth Element Spiritual Qi.

Who knows when it will split again? Then I can make another big profit!

Wang Xiaoqiang examined the Golden Sand Tree Chrysanthemum with anticipation for a while, then drove to the county town to buy feed for the Reeve's Shad.

There are two methods for farming Reeve's Shad: polyculture and monoculture.

Monoculture involves primarily raising Reeve's Shad, supplemented with a small amount of Bighead Carp and Silver Carp to control and adjust the water quality. Its advantage is that Reeve's Shad can feed in groups, allowing for intensive artificial farming to meet market requirements quickly and shortening the farming cycle.

Polyculture means integrating Reeve's Shad into ponds for eels, domestic fish, or other premium fish, effectively controlling the overbreeding of plankton and invertebrates. This not only balances the water quality but also increases fish production and improves economic efficiency.

Wang Xiaoqiang chose the monoculture method for its quick results.

At the county's fry market, he bought several dozen Bighead Carp and Silver Carp fry and feed for the Reeve's Shad. He then headed back home.

Normally, professional fish farming requires regular oxygenation of the pond water, and an oxygen-increasing machine is indispensable, along with routine disinfection and disease prevention.

Wang Xiaoqiang did not consider these because he had the Five Elements Spirit Spring and could ensure the normal development and growth of the fish fry without them. The chicken farm's nearly half a year of operation without a single chick or grown chicken falling ill or dying was the best proof.

Back at the Old Village Committee Courtyard, Wang Xiaoqiang released the Bighead Carp and Silver Carp fry into the fish pond, then scattered some feed for the Reeve's Shad into the pond, storing the rest in the Old Village Committee Courtyard.

That evening, when Wang Xiaoqiang went home for dinner, he told his family about the fish fry farming. Wang Kuishan, seeing his son's business expanding, was happy yet also worried about him overworking. He couldn't help but advise again that money can never be earned entirely, but the body is the most fundamental; one must take good care of their health.

Liu Juyi did not give advice but took the initiative to say that she would take on the task of feeding the Reeve's Shad. Wang Xiaoqiang had this in mind and planned to suggest it, but before he could bring it up, she had voluntarily offered. He felt a wave of relief in his heart, agreed on the spot, and said he would pay her a salary, only to be refused by her.

After dinner, Wang Xiaoqiang returned to Mantou Mountain as dusk fell, the setting sun cast the sky in brilliant hues of twilight, the layered forest was dyed with color, and the scenery was magnificent and tranquil. Wang Xiaoqiang admired the evening view as he walked up the mountain.

Instead of going straight back to the chicken farm, he went to the edge of a small pond near it.

Today, when he released the fish fry, his promise to the workers to enjoy the hot springs was not an empty platitude, nor a perfunctory remark. He had long ago discovered this pond, which was not large, about the size of a farmhouse, with crystal clear water and several clusters of daffodils poking their heads out. It looked very nice and would be perfect for bathing in the summer.

Now he wanted to use this pond as a spring for the hot springs. At the same time, it would also serve as a test for an idea he had in mind.

Ever since learning that Fire Element Spiritual Energy could heat water, Wang Xiaoqiang had thought to use this method to develop a hot spring, or in reality, a Spirit Water pool, to attract customers and get into the hot spring business. It was unlikely not to make money, as there were almost no hot spring pools to be heard of throughout Huagui County.

And bathing in hot springs had clearly become people's preferred method for health and healing. Wang Xiaoqiang believed that the water heated with Fire Element Spiritual Energy would not only maintain a constant temperature but could also strengthen the body, treat illness, and extend life, definitely a hundred times better than an ordinary hot spring.

Wang Xiaoqiang squatted down by the pond, extended his right hand into the water, and felt the icy chill of the water in the pond. However, once he infused Fire Element Spiritual Energy into it, the temperature of the water gradually increased and started to feel warm. Once he felt the temperature was right, Wang Xiaoqiang withdrew his hand.

By this time, the sky had completely darkened. Wang Xiaoqiang returned to the chicken farm and first informed the five workers that once they were done, they could go to the small pond for a hot spring bath. The workers were all surprised upon hearing this—the small pond was near the chicken farm, and everyone knew about it.

Sometimes they even took water from it to wash clothes, and at this time of year, it was icy cold, hardly a hot spring, more like a cold spring.

Wang Xiaoqiang nonchalantly said he'd just found out about it, then without further explanation, went back to the office, grabbed a set of clothes to change into, and headed to the small pond.

Arriving at the pond's edge, Wang Xiaoqiang took off his clothes and jumped in to start bathing.

Feeling the water was still a bit chilly, Wang Xiaoqiang infused some more Fire Element Spiritual Energy into it. Once the water temperature was just enough to sear the skin gently, Wang Xiaoqiang comfortably soaked in it, but he hadn't been there long when he saw a figure coming over.

The figure approached quickly, and as it drew closer, Wang Xiaoqiang recognized it was Li Xianghong. He hurriedly jumped out of the water and began putting on his clothes, but before he could get dressed, Li Xianghong was already by his side, asking, "Did you finish bathing so soon? Is the water really hot?"

"Mm, don't believe me? Try it out," Wang Xiaoqiang said as he slipped on his jacket.

Li Xianghong walked to the edge of the pond, dipped her hand in to test the water, and indeed found it pleasantly warm. She exclaimed in surprise, "Hey! You're right, it is hot!"

"I didn't lie. Go ahead and bathe. I'll be heading back first," Wang Xiaoqiang said, picking up his clothes to leave.

But Li Xianghong rushed over and wrapped her arms around Wang Xiaoqiang, "Little Qiang, stay and bathe a little longer. Let me give you a rub and a massage..."

Wang Xiaoqiang's body tensed up, and he immediately pushed Li Xianghong away, saying, "I really have bathed already. You should massage yourself."

But Wenn Xiang, who had been pushed away, pressed up against him again, her breaths quick and voice coaxing, "My little adversary... come on... I'll make sure you're comfortable..."

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