Captain Wu also came over to join the fun. This was the first time he had gone to a crowded place since Wu Meili caused trouble. He also started pulling the net.

They were so surprised to see the big fish on the snow that they couldn't close their mouths. The largest of those fish weighed about ten pounds, and most of them weighed about five pounds.

Later, Song Yan made several more nets, each time bringing surprises to everyone.

So many fish are being distributed in the village. Some people are bound to be envious. Everyone understands that without Song Yan, they probably wouldn't have been able to catch so many fish. So, no one has any objections to how Song Yan distributes them; she says everyone gets a share. Besides, the supply and marketing cooperative has provided so much convenience to the Qingshan brigade, they should come over for the New Year! Delivering fish is fine. Also, give Grandma Wang a few.

Looking at the large number of fish, Cheng Yousuo hesitated. Should they divide them all? Selling them secretly could bring in a lot of money. Everyone else hesitated as well; it was obvious that without Song Yan, they wouldn't have been able to catch so many fish. This seemed like taking advantage of them too much.

Song Yan decisively said, "Let's split!"

Everyone left the most for Song Yan, and the others also got dozens of kilograms.

From now on, everyone will agree that following Song Yan will bring good luck!

Good luck is something you can simply share in; don't talk about it too much. If you talk too much, your good luck will disappear. So, the people who went fishing all returned in silence, and none of them mentioned the fishing trip.

They kept quiet and didn't say much, but many villagers saw the fish being transported by horse-drawn carts.

Back then, anyone who wanted to go could go. Those who didn't go really regret it!

After that, the villagers all went fishing together, and as for the catch... well...

Sister-in-law Cheng knows everything. If Song Yan wants to know something, he can just ask Sister-in-law Cheng.

The biggest news in the village lately is about Wu Meili. But out of consideration for the village head, the villagers dare not say it openly.

Sister-in-law Cheng whispered that He Jianian had no money and wanted to give the bride price later. Wu Meili was determined to be with him and agreed to everything. The village committee said that no marriage would be held without a bride price. Wu Meili was anxious, but there was no use in it; her father wouldn't provide the necessary documentation.

At first, He Jianian wasn't in a hurry. He was certain that Wu Meili's belly couldn't wait.

Wu Meili's mother wanted to take her to the commune to have an abortion. They could get married again afterward, it wouldn't matter. He Jianian panicked. Without the child, would the brigade leader still allow Wu Meili to marry him? "You have no idea, He Jianian practically begged the brigade leader to let him marry Wu Meili. As for the bride price, he said he wrote home and they would send him money..."

Song Yan: Wu Meili can't escape He Jianian's trap.

He Jianian won't abandon Wu Meili now, because his actions have already alienated him among the educated youth. If he breaks up with Wu Meili, the village won't tolerate him either.

Sister-in-law Cheng stretched out her hand. "Let me see. You know, I haven't had my period for several months. At first, I thought I was pregnant. But I can eat and drink normally. Could I have some kind of illness?" After returning from the county hospital, Song Yan repeatedly told Sister-in-law Cheng not to mention that she knew traditional Chinese medicine.

Song Yan placed his hand on Sister-in-law Cheng's pulse. It was smooth and slippery. "You're really careless. Why didn't you tell me sooner? We were going fishing, and you went to join the fun."

Sister-in-law Cheng immediately perked up, "Ever since I gave birth to my daughter, there's been no news. You have no idea how envious I am of my second son's two boys. Let me see again, is this one a boy?"

"I didn't realize you were such a sexist. Don't you already have a son?" Song Yan's hand never left Sister-in-law Cheng's wrist.

“In our rural areas, the heavy work is all done by the men, isn’t it? What good is a son? He won’t even have a helper in a war. Besides, if my daughter is mistreated because her brother is gone, who will stand up for her?” Sister-in-law Cheng looked at Song Yan with hopeful eyes.

Song Yan examined the left hand and then the right hand. "I can tell if you're pregnant by feeling. But I can't be sure if it's a boy or a girl."

"Just let me see, whether it's accurate or not, I won't blame you." Sister-in-law Cheng hoped for a son, but she also wanted a daughter.

Song Yan examined her again.

“She’s my daughter, but she doesn’t dare tell me! I love my daughter too,” said Sister-in-law Cheng.

Song Yan looked at Sister-in-law Cheng, "It seems to be a boy." Perhaps even twins. "You damaged your body when you gave birth to your second child; you're somewhat deficient in qi and blood."

"Yes! I was lucky to escape with my life back then; I almost died from severe bleeding. Fortunately, the doctor who delivered me was experienced. He said at the time that it would be difficult for me to have another child." Sister-in-law Cheng is still shaken by the experience.

Nowadays, women usually bring their doctors when they give birth. Sometimes, the doctor takes a long time to arrive, and the baby has already been born.

It's already quite an achievement for Sister-in-law Cheng to get pregnant, and now it might be twins. If she doesn't take medication to regulate her pregnancy, she might not be able to keep the babies as they get further along.

Song Yan went to the outer room and took out a bag of large red dates. "Eat two of these dates every day."

Sister-in-law Cheng opened it, took a look, and quickly pushed it back. Red dates are already quite expensive, and these dates are frighteningly large, almost as big as eggs. "Sister-in-law is very healthy, she doesn't need to eat such expensive things. Besides, if I want to eat them, I'll have your brother buy them."

Although the items in this space don't have any special effects, the nourishing substances they provide are large and of high quality, so their medicinal effects would naturally be better. "You can't buy dates like these. I'll provide you with these red dates until you give birth. And from now on, you have to listen to me. You're deficient in both qi and blood; it wouldn't be so bad if you didn't have children. Childbirth is extremely taxing on a woman's body. I'll have someone check on you again in a few days." Song Yan planned to have Widow Wang see Old Han for a follow-up appointment soon. After sending Widow Wang away, he would have Sister-in-law Cheng go see Old Han. No amount of thoroughness is too much when it comes to pregnancy.

"I trust you, why bother looking for someone else!" Sister-in-law Cheng grinned, not daring to even think about getting pregnant.

“Sister-in-law Cheng, listen to me, you need to replenish your qi and blood. These dates are big, two or three a day is enough, and you also need to eat meat and eggs. I’ll give you a prescription, take it. Otherwise, you might not be able to keep the baby if you go too far into your pregnancy,” Song Yan said.

"The doctor who delivered me said that if I get pregnant again, I'm likely to miscarry. I can't bear to lose this baby. Sister, tell me the truth, can you still have this baby?" Sister Cheng's eyes reddened.

"With my medical skills, I can save this baby barring any unforeseen circumstances." Song Yan rarely made promises to his patients, but Sister-in-law Cheng was quite nervous, and a bad mood would be even worse for the pregnancy. Song Yan whispered in Sister-in-law Cheng's ear, "I was taught by Old Han. I'll find a chance to have him take a look at you; his medical skills are truly amazing!"

"I'll listen to whatever you say, sister-in-law."

Sister-in-law Cheng left with the jujubes in her arms, Song Yan's words still echoing in her ears, "If there's no meat or eggs, eat more fish. It's good for you and for the baby's health; you have to get enough nutrition."

When fishing, the Cheng family had the most people, so they got the most fish. Most of the fish in the family ended up in Sister-in-law Cheng's stomach.