Of course, your curiosity also reached its peak. Who would have thought that the elder in your family who usually gives you a stern lecture is actually a rapper? The contrast is just too great.

He prepared to go over and take a closer look.

Upon closer inspection, it became clear that the group consisted not only of middle-aged and elderly people, but also a significant number of young people. They listened with great interest, their eyes filled with admiration and longing.

After Yu Hai finished singing, thunderous applause and cheers erupted from all around.

Next up on stage was a young woman.

The girl had two long, shiny black braids, which made her look exceptionally energetic. In that instant, Xiao Fang in Xie Yan's mind took on a concrete form.

She walked confidently onto the stage, put her hands behind her back, focused her energy, and began to sing.

The young woman's melodious singing voice was like a clear bird's song, unlike the middle-aged man's deep voice. It immediately drowned out the voice of the bearded man on the other side, and her melodious singing voice echoed in the air.

The folk songs here are quite interesting. The beginning and end of each line are drawn out for a very long time. Xie Yan was also attracted and listened quietly with Yu Yue.

When Xiao Fang was singing, several older women's eyes lit up as if they had discovered some treasure. They quickly grabbed their sons and hurried over.

Upon seeing this, Xie Yan's eyes widened instantly, and he suddenly realized what was going on.

This is actually a hidden mini matchmaking corner!

Sure enough, after the girl finished singing, a smiling old woman quickly stepped forward, followed closely by a handsome young man. The old woman walked up to the girl, Xiao Fang, and warmly took her hand, then began to talk animatedly.

Xie Yan finally understood: this was a matchmaking corner for young people.

As for the middle-aged and elderly, some genuinely enjoy singing folk songs and relish the pleasure of showcasing their singing talents in front of others, while others simply enjoy displaying their skills.

Xie Yan looked down at Yu Yuehui and asked, "Wife, can you sing?"

Yu Yue quickly shook her head; she really didn't know how to do it.

As the crowd continued to move down, they soon arrived inside the theater.

This is a large, open, flat area filled with various stalls, resembling a grand market.

Many people set up stalls here with their own agricultural products or food, and the sounds of conversation and bargaining mingled together.

As Xie Yan walked, he suddenly smelled an extremely strong fragrance. Before he could even speak, the little foodie Chaochao had already keenly caught the scent.

Chaochao's eyes lit up instantly. She excitedly hugged Yu Yuehui's neck, pointed to the left front, and they started turning their heads and crowding towards the direction from which the fragrance was coming.

Squeeze through and you'll see a stall selling spicy noodles.

The stall was run by a middle-aged couple. The woman was busy cooking noodles by the stove, while the man was at the weighing station collecting money and serving noodles.

There are quite a few people eating noodles right now.

Bowls of spicy noodles were placed on the table in the center of the stall, with bright red chili oil swirling on them, emitting an enticing sheen that made one's mouth water just by looking at them.

Moreover, the stall owner had a great idea; he had arranged a lot of side dishes on the side, which looked like the prototype of a modern mala tang (spicy hot pot).

Although Xie Yan and his family had already eaten lunch, the smell made Xie Yan feel hungry again.

In the end, Xie Yan and his family also ordered a bowl of noodles.

The stall owner skillfully scooped out a handful of homemade potato noodles from a large pot. The noodles were plump and glistening with an enticing sheen. After placing them in a bowl, he poured a spoonful of well-prepared bone broth over them, followed by a spoonful of bright red chili oil and other seasonings, and added carefully prepared side dishes.

Once served, the fresh, fragrant, spicy aroma wafted over Xie Yan, who couldn't wait to pick up a mouthful of noodles and put it in his mouth.

Instantly, the chewy potato noodles bounced between the teeth, as if dancing on the tip of the tongue. The rich aroma of chili peppers exploded in the mouth, and the numbing and spicy sensation stimulated the taste buds. The taste was so delicious that Xie Yan wished he could swallow his tongue.

The broth for these noodles is exceptional, made by carefully simmering bones.

Take a small sip, and the fresh, rich flavor instantly fills your mouth, like a feast for your taste buds.

Paired with a variety of crisp side dishes, the sour and spicy flavors blend together, creating a rich and irresistible taste.

Even Chaochao, who doesn't usually eat spicy food, was attracted by this delicious dish.

The little guy was sticking out his tongue and his face was red from the spiciness, but he was reluctant to put down his chopsticks and ate with great relish. He looked absolutely adorable.

Take a little further ahead, and there's another stall, this one selling flatbread.

The fillings for the pancakes vary, including potato and tofu filling, tofu and chive filling, and so on.

The pancakes had thin crusts and generous fillings, steaming hot and emitting an enticing aroma; just by smelling them, you could tell the person making them was incredibly skilled.

The area in front is mostly food stalls, but as you go further in, the number of food stalls gradually decreases, while the number of handicraft stalls increases.

Moreover, the further in you go, the more people there are, and the crowd is so dense that Xie Yan is almost unable to move.

He finally managed to turn his head and saw a stall next to him displaying many bamboo handicrafts.

The stall owner's craftsmanship is superb; the woven rabbits, pheasants, and other creatures are all lifelike, as if they are about to come to life at any moment.

Chaochao was immediately drawn to the pheasant next to her. Not only was the pheasant woven to life, but even the colors of its feathers were meticulously replicated.

I don't know what dye the pheasant used, but under the sunlight, its feathers reflected a dazzling array of colors, making it incredibly beautiful.

Chaochao's eyes sparkled with excitement as she tugged tightly at Xie Yan's sleeve and said sweetly, "Dad, um, I want to buy a pheasant and raise it!"

Xie Yan was already feeling uncomfortable from the crowded throng, and when she heard her daughter's words and saw the expectant look in her eyes, she felt a pang of heartache. She quickly pulled the mother and daughter away from the crowd and walked towards the stall.

Although the stall owner's items were very beautiful, most of the people who came to watch the show were villagers from nearby villages who were not well-off.

Even if they only have a penny or two, they'd rather buy something from the food stalls over there. These seemingly "useless" handicrafts attract a lot of attention, but no one is actually willing to spend money to buy them.

Therefore, when Xie Yan and his group arrived, the stall owner, who was used to people who only looked and didn't buy, couldn't muster any enthusiasm and just glanced at them indifferently.