We didn’t chat for long before Mrs. Wang came in from outside.
Mrs. Liu smacked her tongue, frowned, and scolded:
"I told you not to get involved, but you are disobedient."
Wang said, "Hehe..." He laughed innocently, then naturally picked up the apron and put it on——
"Look what mom said, I'm going home and not a guest, so I can't be lazy. Is my father feeling well recently? He doesn't cough anymore."
"I don't cough. I haven't coughed since your sister-in-law said she was not allowed to smoke dry cigarettes." Mrs. Liu replied.
Although the two families were separated, Wang never regarded herself as an outsider. As long as Yu Zhao rested with her, the couple would drive the mule cart, take the children, and return to Yujiatun to visit and stay overnight.
The fragrance is far away and the smell is close. Every time I come back, we feel closer than before living together. She likes it very much.
Ms. Liu also liked the atmosphere and asked her to get the lion head group. This was learned from the master chef at the table, which means reunion.
"By the way, sister-in-law, let's go to Dongkuaoyuan for paper-cutting after dinner. I brought back a lot of red paper."
"I also bought a lot." Mrs. Liu added, "Xue Niang cut as hard as she could. We have plenty of space to stick them."
Cheng Xue knew that she couldn't avoid this job, so she nodded with a smile and agreed. As long as the scissors were not broken, she would have to cut them all these days.
Platefuls of delicious, delicious and delicious dishes were coming out, and Yu Huai and others just came back from outside.
In the evening, I went out to set the table and place the dishes and chopsticks in the yard. I pulled a tarpaulin and it was neither cold nor hot. It was very comfortable.
There are two tables, with men and women sitting separately. The special large table top is filled with dishes, but the only drawback is that there is no rotating table in the middle.
Everyone was hungry. After Yu Huai greeted everyone to the table, Yu Chang took out the bamboo leaf greens that he had prepared long ago and poured them for several people.
Yu Huai pushed the wine glass to Mr. Pang and said:
"Brother, let's drink less at noon and take a nap. When we wake up, we will go to the river to take a boat. The boats have been contacted and we will walk twice on the river. Although Yujiatun is not as big as Wanghe Village, it is still surrounded by mountains and rivers.
, and it’s close to Jiangchazi, so the scenery is always nice. In the evening, we’ll stew the river fish in a big pot by the river and paste the rolls on it.”
"Okay, I'll listen to you. Guests can do as they please." Mr. Pang couldn't help but nodded.
It has to be said that Yu Huai used all his skills to prepare them to come here this time. Before he left last time, he specifically talked to Cheng Xue about how he would entertain them when they came here. If it was just Li Hui's family, then
It's okay to be casual and comfortable, but Mr. Pang can't do that. This is an honored guest.
Cheng Xue put the vegetables in the children's bowls and nodded as she listened to the old man's arrangement.
The lunch was very sumptuous, and the table was full of fish and meat. In addition, he had gone on a rampage with Yu Huai and his son just now. Mr. Pang had a huge appetite and ate a bowl of rice for the first time.
After the meal, Yu Huai was worried that Mr. Pang would eat too much and feel uncomfortable during his lunch break, so he took him around the front and back of the house before sending him to the Xikuoyuan for a lunch break. Cheng Xue coaxed the two children to sleep, followed by Mrs. Liu and Mrs. Wang.
, let’s go to Dongkuaoyuan for paper-cutting.
The three of them chatted while cutting, and discussed and perfected some details that had not been completed on the official day.
Mrs. Liu looked at her eldest daughter-in-law, nodded slowly and said:
"Since Yingjie has become a workshop manager, she is much more comprehensive than before, which is great."
Cheng Xue said "hmm" and agreed:
"We will go to Beijing next year. We have Yu Zhao and his siblings at home, so it will be very worry-free."
Ms. Wang was a little embarrassed by the praise, so she hurriedly lowered her head and sorted out the paper cuttings.
It took half an hour to cut, but there is still a lot left, so I will take my time in the next few days.
In less than two seconds, the group set out for the riverside. Cheng Xue was shocked when she saw the boat prepared by Yu Huai.
I thought it was an ordinary fishing boat, but I didn't expect it to be a passenger ship, and there were two of them. When I asked, I found out that Yu Zhao rented it from the boat company, paying 2 taels of silver a day, until August 19th.
This is a big deal. I guess I was overwhelmed by the dowry from the bride’s family, so I wanted to give the bride-to-be a “meeting gift” - Youjiangcha.
After everyone got on the boat, a charcoal stove was prepared on the boat, and you could cook tea around the stove while watching the river view.
This pleased Mr. Pang so much that he couldn't help but say "Okay", stroking his beard and saying:
"Drinking tea while looking at the river view has a unique taste. I didn't expect it to be quite comfortable. It's great."
When Yu Huai heard this, he shook his head hurriedly, not daring to take credit.
"Brother really thinks highly of me. I didn't come up with these arrangements. My niece-in-law told me about them. I'm just a farmer, so I don't have such a leisurely life. But don't talk about it yet. I'm entrusting you with this arrangement today.
Fu, I will always come to the riverside from now on. I don’t know why, but looking at the riverside makes me feel relaxed.”
"Yeah, if you have nothing to do, go out for a walk and see the great mountains and rivers I'm facing."
"Okay, listen to my brother." Yu Huai nodded heavily.
On the man's boat, everyone chatted about the scenery, mountains and rivers, while the woman on the man's side met the people who were getting married.
According to the Liu family, Cheng Xue must go, but she really can't go. Even if her uncle and aunt don't care, what if the woman's family does.
"Aunt, I know you love me, but I'd better forget about getting married. Huizi is responsible for writing the gift accounts at home, and I'll help organize them. It's good."
Ms. Liu still wanted to persist, but Ms. Wang secretly nudged her and suggested:
"Mom, do you think this will work? Let Tiantian and Si Dan roll on the bed with Third Brother and sit in my arms."
"That's for sure. Our Yingjie still has to go over and drag my little aunt over." Mrs. Liu responded without thinking.
By changing the topic in this way, Cheng Xue felt much more comfortable.
After walking a long circle around the river, the fish and rolls from Bai Shao's side were all ready after landing. Tables and chairs had been transported long ago, and a circle of anti-mosquito powder was sprinkled on them. Cheng Xue made these all by herself
.With the sound of "sizzling...", the river carp was put into the pot, and some wild perilla seeds were added, and the flavor immediately came out.
Mr. Pang came to the pot, nodded while smelling, and said:
"Brother and sister, this fish stew is authentic and smells delicious."
Mrs. Liu smiled in response, and Yu Huai rarely praised his daughter-in-law and said:
"Brother, I don't dare to boast about anything else but fish stew. My wife definitely does this."
"That's right. It's a good thing for me to praise my wife. Keep it up." Mr. Pang smiled and patted him on the shoulder.
Cheng Xue placed the dishes and chopsticks next to her, and felt very righteous when she saw how Pang Lao encouraged all the men to respect his wife.
It is the custom of this world that men are superior to women, but if you want to live a prosperous life, both husband and wife must be of the same mind.
The stewed fish is out of the pot, and a few cold side dishes are garnished. Everyone chats while eating, and the river breeze blows, which is cool and comfortable.
This day was really fulfilling. When everyone returned to Yujiatun and Li Hui took care of Mr. Pang to take a bath, the old man still had more to say.
"Your uncle is really nice. It will cost a lot to entertain you like this."
"Don't worry, it's all within my uncle's tolerance." Li Hui said while rubbing his back...