Chapter 712 Spicy Chicken
There were also many contradictions in the production of props. In order to save costs, some people wanted to make do with simple materials; while the villagers who focused on quality demanded that the props be carefully crafted. The two sides were deadlocked and almost delayed the progress of the event.
Seeing that tourism in Xiake Village has picked up, the surrounding villages followed suit. For a time, similar "jianghu" themed tourism projects flooded the market, and tourists from Xiake Village were diverted in large numbers, causing a sharp drop in income. The villagers, who had once reluctantly united for a common goal, are now caught in a vicious circle of mutual accusations. Some complained that the event planning was not unique enough, some blamed the poor publicity and promotion, and some even suspected that there was a ghost in the village who diverted tourists elsewhere. In this difficult time, Qi Tongwei was not swallowed by chaos and despair. He calmly analyzed the situation and firmly believed that only by digging deep into the unique cultural connotations of the village and improving the quality of products and services can he win back the hearts of tourists.
In order to find a new breakthrough point, Qi Tongwei took several like-minded villagers to explore the historical relics of the village in the mountains. The mountain road was rugged and thorny. They moved forward with difficulty in the mountains. When they were hungry, they ate some dry food and drank mountain spring water when they were thirsty. Once, when they were climbing a steep cliff, they suddenly encountered a rainstorm and the mountain was slippery. They almost slipped and fell, but with their tenacious will and responsibility to the village, they finally found some precious objects and vague historical records related to ancient knights. These discoveries made Qi Tongwei see the dawn of hope and became a key turning point for the resurgence of the Knight Village.
However, it is not easy to prepare new tourism projects. The shortage of funds is like a mountain, standing in front of them. Repairing caves, arranging museums, hiring experts, etc., each of which requires huge funds. Qi Tongwei ran around, begged relatives and friends, and went to government departments many times to apply for support funds. He also actively negotiated cooperation with some companies, but he was often turned away and suffered countless cold eyes and rejections. But he did not give up, and repeatedly explained the potential and development prospects of Xiake Village. Finally, his persistence and sincerity moved several companies and obtained partial investment.
Technical difficulties also followed. The protection of cultural relics in the museum requires professional knowledge and equipment, which is undoubtedly a huge challenge for these villagers who have been dealing with the land all their lives. They started from the basics, participated in various training courses, humbly asked experts for advice, and guarded the museum day and night, fearing that there would be any mistakes. At the same time, the organization of martial arts lectures and performances was also difficult. The process of inviting martial arts masters was full of twists and turns. The layout of the venue had to take into account the audience's viewing experience and ensure safety. Every detail needed to be repeatedly considered and adjusted.
Just as everyone was looking forward to preparing for the opening of the new attraction, a sudden rainstorm triggered a landslide, ruthlessly destroying their hard work. The road leading to the cave was buried, many cracks appeared on the outer wall of the museum, and precious cultural relics were also damaged to varying degrees. At that moment, the villagers looked at the tragic scene in front of them, heartbroken, and their cries echoed in the valley. Many people felt desperate, thinking that this was God's punishment for them, and that fate would not let the Xiake Village turn over. But Qi Tongwei was not defeated. He resisted the grief in his heart, stood in front of the ruins, and said to everyone with a firm look in his eyes: "Fellow villagers, we have come this way and experienced so many ups and downs. Are we going to be knocked down this time? As long as we are still here and our hearts are still together, we will definitely be able to stand up again and make the Xiake Village revitalized again!"
Encouraged by Qi Tongwei, the villagers wiped away their tears and worked together to rescue and rebuild. They worked day and night to clean up roads, repair mountains, and rearrange museums. Children also took the initiative to help carry small objects, and women prepared meals for everyone and took care of the wounded. After several months of hard work, the new attraction was finally reopened, and it was more complete and attractive than before. Tourists were deeply moved by this place full of historical heritage and tenacious spirit. The reputation of the Knight Village spread far and wide again, and the number of tourists far exceeded that of the past.
The agricultural product processing also experienced many hardships. In order to cope with the fierce market competition, Qi Tongwei decided to lead the villagers to introduce high-quality varieties, improve the process, and change the packaging. This decision was opposed by some conservative villagers at the beginning. They believed that the traditional planting and processing methods were sufficient and there was no need to take the risk of trying new things. But Qi Tongwei patiently explained the changes in the market and the needs of consumers, and through actual cases, let everyone realize that if they do not innovate, they will be eliminated.
When introducing new varieties, the soil needs to be improved and carefully managed. The villagers lack relevant experience, and many problems occurred in the fertilization and irrigation process, resulting in poor growth of some crops. Qi Tongwei hurriedly contacted agricultural experts and went to the fields to provide guidance and help the villagers solve technical problems. In the process of improving the process, the new equipment is complicated to operate, and the villagers need to spend a lot of time learning and adapting. In addition, the quality of the products produced in the early stage was unstable, so some orders were returned by customers, which dealt a great blow to everyone's confidence.
Qi Tongwei constantly encouraged everyone and organized technical training and experience exchange activities to allow the villagers to learn from each other and make progress together. After repeated trials and adjustments, they finally mastered the operating skills of the new equipment, and the product quality gradually and steadily improved. In terms of packaging design, in order to highlight the characteristics of the Knight Village, Qi Tongwei led the villagers to refer to a lot of information and combined martial arts elements for creative design. However, everyone's opinions were different during the design process. Some people liked the gorgeous style, while others tended to be simple and atmospheric, and there was endless debate. Qi Tongwei combined everyone's opinions and, after many revisions, finally determined a packaging plan that was both beautiful and reflected the cultural connotation of the Knight Village.
When attending the trade fair, Qi Tongwei embarked on the journey with carefully prepared products and full of sincerity. At the trade fair, various merchants tried their best to promote their products, and the booth of Xiake Village was inconspicuous at first. But Qi Tongwei was not discouraged. He introduced the agricultural products of Xiake Village to the passing merchants and consumers in a simple and enthusiastic manner with a strong local accent: "Dear friends, these are all good things grown in our own fields. No fertilizers or pesticides are used. They are real healthy foods. Just like the people in our village, simple and honest." His sincerity and simplicity infected many people. Everyone gathered around to taste and consult, and many people placed orders on the spot. The agricultural products of Xiake Village gradually gained a foothold in the market and opened up sales.