MTL - Dressed As a Farm Boy, He Cheated on His Way Out of the Desert.

 Chapter 48 A veritable feast

 Old Mrs. Li came in from outside and was happy to see her grandchildren in such harmony.

 She picked up her granddaughter and gave instructions to her two grandsons.

"You are older too, and will be walking around more in the future. You should be more open-minded and don't worry about small things at home."

Jiaren Jiayi knew that these words were referring to their mother, so they nodded lightly...

 The Chinese New Year is the most lively time of the year. Even if it is as deserted as Qingshui Village, there are still people coming and going at this time.

Li Laoer took Jiaren to the village chief's house and the old men next door, and gave them a New Year's gift respectively.

 It’s nothing expensive, just fried mahua **** and a few fresh fruits at home.

 But the village chief and the old men were so happy that they talked for a long time.

Tao Hongying and Zhao Yuru, sisters-in-law, also went to the homes of Second Aunt Zhang and Third Aunt Wu to thank them for their previous help.

Tao Hongying’s cooking skills and Jiaren’s studies are all due to others.

 The two families were also very happy and gave equally generous gifts in return.

Needless to say, we will definitely get closer to each other in the future.

With such busy work, it was the New Year’s Eve, and Mr. and Mrs. Li got up early and wore new clothes and new shoes.

The family is not yet prosperous. Some people got new coats and some got new shoes. They are all different, but they are all needed and they are all happy.

Of course, Jiayin, the treasure of the whole family, was completely replaced from head to toe.

Red coat trousers, a small hat of color-blocked brocade, and butterfly shoes that are a bit large and tied around the ankles with a belt.

There is a silver necklace hanging on the chest, a longevity lock hanging on it, and a red string on the wrist with silver beads.

This way of dressing up made her look whiter, fatter and cuter. When she smiled, she showed two small teeth, like a New Year painting doll, and she was exceptionally happy.

The whole family loves it so much. This hug, that kiss, it’s a veritable treat.

Mrs. Li makes the decision and lets Jiaren and Jiayi hug her more. The two grandsons are often outside, so they can get more blessings and good luck.

 There is no farm work in winter, so we almost only eat two meals a day, and the Chinese New Year is no exception.

Tao Hongying and Zhao Yuru were busy in the kitchen, frying and frying without touching the floor.

Li Laoer, Li Laosan and Li Laosi went next door to treat guests together.

 The six old men next door have no children or grandchildren. At such a time, it is inevitable to feel lonely.

The Li family had already agreed to invite them over for a reunion dinner.

But the old men don’t know that they are gathered together at the moment and are busy making a fire to stir-fry vegetables.

 As a result, the three brothers of the Li family came to invite them, and they became red-eyed.

"No, it's Chinese New Year. You have a family reunion, and we won't join in the fun."

"Yes, you see we have also prepared New Year's goods, there is no shortage of food."

Several old men declined, but Mr. Li stepped forward and helped Uncle Zhao.

“Uncle, we have prepared everything at home and bought wine. We will eat this meal at our house first, and then we will send you back to cook dumplings yourself in the evening.”

 As he spoke, he walked out. Li Laosan and Li Laosi were imitating each other.

Hence, several old men were "invited" to the Li family yard without hesitation.

In the Li family hall, the big round table has been put down, and the room is burning warm into the spring.

 Jiaxi Jiaan ran around, helping to get the bowls and chopsticks, stealing a bite from time to time and being laughed at and scolded by Tao Hongying.

 The excitement and joy are overwhelming.

　　Grandma Li embraced the good news, welcomed a few old men into the door, and said with a smile.

“Brothers, don’t be polite. Distant relatives are not as good as close neighbors. Let’s celebrate the New Year together.”

The old men were really moved and frightened. Without waiting to speak, they were helped to sit down again.

Soon, sumptuous meals were served one after another.

 Stewed elbow, braised fish fillet, white meat with garlic paste, mutton stewed with radish, fried chicken with fungus...

Nine vegetables and one soup, plus a large bowl of snow-white rice, really made everyone salivate.

Even Wu Cuihua, who had been pretending to be sick, ran out early and stared at the food, eager to start immediately.

Li Laoer filled the wine bowls for the old men, and their brothers, as well as the three eldest children Jiaren, Jiayi, Jiahuan, also got half of the bowls. The wine bowls were picked up and clinked together, and a year's hard work was relieved.

 The men were drinking and eating vegetables, while the women and children were chatting while eating. The aroma of wine and vegetables filled the room.

Jiayin also got a bowl of egg custard for the first time, without salt and just a little soy sauce.

 But Tao Hongying's craftsmanship is really good. The custard is steamed without honeycomb and is as tender as jelly.

　　To a toothless person like her, she is simply too friendly.

She ate half the bowl in one go and wanted to eat more, but Mrs. Li stopped her.

 I am afraid that she will have a stomachache after eating too much.

Jiayin could only watch helplessly, and the remaining half of the bowl went into Jiaxi Jiaan's mouth.

Everyone was amused by her pitiful appearance.

“This kid loves to eat at first glance, so he won’t worry about losing weight in the future.”

 “Blessed child!”

Jiayin was pinched by her armpits by her grandma, and she was given a few squats on her legs as an after-dinner exercise.

Jiaxi Jiaan burped after eating and was kicked off the table. She took her sister to play on the big kang in the house.

The good news lasted for another long while, and then the wine table in the main room finally dispersed.

Several old men drank too much, their faces were red, and their feet were wandering.

Brothers Li and Lao Er sent them back again with a blanket full of frozen dumplings made of cabbage and pork.

The old men have sobered up and it's getting dark, so they can cook and eat.

The village chief was worried at home and came over to see his old brothers.

As a result, they were seen sleeping on the warm Kang with their faces red from drinking.

There is no need to guess, he also knows that this is the light of leaving home.

So he went back with peace of mind. When talking to his old wife, he praised the Li family without any words.

The Li family rarely had any free time at this time, eating melon seeds and peanuts while chatting.

Mrs. Li took the money bag and gave each of her three sons two taels of silver.

"Although there are no separate families and the money belongs to the public, you also all have small families. You can't have no money at all. You all have these two taels of silver. If you want to buy anything, you can arrange it yourself. "

Li Laoer still wanted to refuse, but Wu Cuihua quickly took action. She grabbed the money and was about to run away. He pulled her back, grabbed the money and stuffed it into her arms.

Wu Cuihua was so angry that she was half dead. Looking at her two sons, they both bowed their heads and it was obvious that they would not help her.

She stamped her feet hard, turned around and went back to the house.

Zhao Yuru felt soft-hearted and whispered, "Should I go and persuade my second sister-in-law?"

 “No need,” Li Laoer waved his hand, “I’ll eat the dumplings in a while.”

Everyone couldn't help but laugh when they thought of Wu Cuihua's eating appearance just now.

Li Laoer was afraid that his two sons would be soft-hearted, so he gave another instruction.

"Your mother asks you for money, but she won't give you a penny. She's probably looking for money for Ergouzi to pay off her gambling debts."

Jiaren Jiayi nodded quickly. Mrs. Li didn't want her grandchildren to feel uncomfortable, so she quickly took out more money.

 There are three people in the family of Renjia and Yijiahuan. Those who study are studying, those who are escorts are escorts, and those who are on the stove are on the stove.

 They were all of an age when they were sharing the family income, and each of them received an allowance of 200 pence.

And Jiaxi and Jiaan each received 50 yuan as a new year's gift.

The boys were all very happy, especially the family, who was happy to have a happy home. One moment they were clamoring to buy candied haws, and the next moment they changed their minds and wanted to buy candied people.

This posture has simply spent dozens of pennies and dozens of taels.

My heart was itching at the good news, and I lay in my grandma's arms to protest.

 The old lady understood and patted her on the back.

Sure enough, after it got dark, Jiayin yawned, and the old lady carried her into the house. Then he secretly took a five tael of silver and put it under his granddaughter's pillow.

 (End of this chapter)