"Mian girl! You guys are back so soon? Have you finished shopping at the market?"
Su Mianmian smiled and replied, "Yes, Grandma Wang, we've almost finished shopping. Didn't you go to the market to buy some New Year's goods today? I see many people in the village went there."
Old Mrs. Wang waved her hand gently. "No, I'm too old to move. Tiezhu's parents went. They're young and nimble, and they can shop faster than I can."
Su Mianmian nodded in understanding, then asked curiously, "Grandma Wang, what are you doing? You're carrying something in your hand."
Old Mrs. Wang picked up the cloth bag in her hand and said, "Wow, here they are! I sprouted some bean sprouts, and they are growing really well. I thought of sending some to Tiezhu's grandmother's house so they can try some too."
"Okay, Grandma Wang, I won't bother you anymore. Take care!" Then he rode away on his bike.
After that, Su Mianmian rode her bicycle and left with Shen Yuandao and Xiao Ayan.
Old Mrs. Wang shouted from behind: "Ride slowly and be careful on the road!"
Su Mianmian turned around and responded sweetly, "I know! Grandma Wang! You should walk slower too!"
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"Mianmian, hurry up, come here! The firewood is ready, and the side dishes are all cleaned. Now all we need is you, the chef!"
As soon as Su Qingqing saw Su Mianmian walk into the Yun family's gate, she hurried over to greet her, took her arm and walked quickly towards the kitchen.
Su Mianmian was caught off guard by Su Qingqing's pull. After she came to her senses, she smiled and said, "Oh, Qingqing, go slower. I need to wash my hands first."
Su slapped his head lightly, as if he suddenly realized something, "Oh, yes, you see, my brain is all confused."
By the time Su Mianmian finished washing her hands, Su Qingqing couldn't wait to pull her and walk into the kitchen with her, carrying the freshly bought beef.
On the other side, Shen Yuandao and Qin Huaichuan took Xiao Ayan to pack up the New Year's goods they bought today.
Although little Ayan was young, he also followed the example of Shen Yuandao and Qin Huaichuan, and carefully arranged the New Year goods one by one.
In the kitchen, Su Mianmian and Su Qingqing began to get busy.
Su Mianmian skillfully cut the beef in half and said to Su Qingqing as she cut, "Qingqing, how about we eat half today and save the other half for Chinese New Year?"
Su nodded slightly and took the remaining half of the meat.
Su nodded gently in agreement, took the half piece of beef handed to him by Su Mianmian, and said with a smile: "Yes, four pounds is more than enough, and with these side dishes, it's no less. Oh, right, we still have to send some to the cowshed."
Su said gently, took the cut beef out and hung it on a hook outside the kitchen.
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By the time Su Mianmian had stewed the beef until it was tender, glutinous, and fragrant, it was already past five in the afternoon. The kitchen was filled with an enticing aroma, whetting one's appetite. As usual, she scooped a pot of the fragrant stew from the pot and prepared to take it to the cowshed.
As soon as she walked out of the kitchen, she saw Shen Yuandao and others had finished cleaning up.
As soon as Su Mianmian walked out of the kitchen, she saw Shen Yuandao, Qin Huaichuan and Xiao Ayan had already packed up the New Year's goods they had bought.
When Shen Yuandao saw Su Mianmian carrying the meat basin, he took the initiative to step forward and said softly: “Mianmian, I’ll go and take it.”
Su Mianmian nodded, "Let's go together! We have nothing to do right now."
"Qingqing, you two can eat first. You don't have to wait for us." Su Mianmian turned and said to Su Qingqing
Su shook her head gently. "It's okay. Go ahead and eat together when you come back. It's worth the effort."
As soon as the two of them walked out of the Yun family's gate, little Ayan ran over happily and squeezed in between them.
He tilted his little face up, blinked his bright eyes and said, "Ayan wants to go too. Ayan misses mom and dad!"
"Okay, let's go, let's go." Su Mianmian said with a smile, holding the little guy's hand.
When they arrived at the cowshed, they saw Mr. Shen, Su Xinzhang and Yan Tongchun busy chopping firewood.
Mr. Shen was the first to notice them. He put down his axe, waved at them, and said in a loud voice, "You guys, why are you here again?"
Su Mianmian smiled and said, “Grandpa Shen, we went to the market today and met someone selling beef. I just made some and sent it over for you to try.”
After hearing this, Mr. Shen laughed out loud and a happy expression appeared on his face.
"Oh! This is a rare thing. I, an old man, am grateful to you, girl."
After saying that, he glanced at his grandson with disdain and said, "Look, my granddaughter is still the best."
Shen Yuandao was helpless and nodded in response, “You are right.”
Little Ayan looked aside and said, "Dad, Uncle Yan! My sister and I are here to bring you some meat!"
Su Xinzhang and Yan Tongchun, who heard the noise, also came over.
Su Xinzhang picked up little Ayan and patted his head lovingly. Then he turned to Su Mianmian and said, "You are always so sensible, girl. Next time, just keep it for yourself and don't keep thinking about us."
"Oh, Dad! No matter what, I'll give it to you. I'll give it to you next time."
After she finished speaking, she didn't wait for Su Xinzhang to say anything else. She took Xiao Ayan from Su Xinzhang's hands, took Shen Yuandao's hand and ran away.
As she ran, she turned back and shouted, "Eat it while it's hot. Tell mom that they don't have to cook. This meat is enough for you!"
Su Xinzhang and the other two looked at the receding figure and shook their heads with laughter.
As soon as Su Mianmian and the other two arrived at the door, they saw Dong Xiangnan coming out of the Yun family.
He watched Su Mianmian and Shen Yuandao coming from the cowshed, and without thinking much, he just thought they were going to Shen Yuandao's house.
He waved to Su Mianmian and the other two with a smile on his face.
"Xiao Su Zhiqing, Shen Zhiqing, I'm having a wedding banquet tomorrow, you all should come!"
Su Mianmian smiled and nodded as she remembered what Duan Miao had told her before the holiday: get the marriage certificate first and then hold the wedding.
"All go, all go,"
After hearing this, Dong Xiangnan clapped his hands happily and said, "Okay, okay, you guys go ahead and do your work. I'll come over to let you know." After that, he turned and left.
Su Mianmian carried little Ayan and Shen Yuandao into the house, and Su Qingqing quickly brought out the warm dishes in the pot.
Smelling the food, several people sat around the table and started eating.
Su Qingqing’s cooking skills are very good. Her dishes are colorful, fragrant and delicious, which greatly increases people’s appetite.
Su Mianmian ate by herself, and from time to time she would pick up some food for little Ayan, and the little guy's mouth was greasy from eating.
Su Qingqing took a bite of the meat, her eyes narrowed in satisfaction. Suddenly, she remembered something and looked at Su Mianmian.
"By the way, Mianmian, the daughter of Secretary Duan and the youngest son of the team leader are getting married tomorrow. Dong Xiangnan just came to our house to inform us."
Su Mianmian nodded gently after hearing this. "Yeah, I see. We just ran into him when we came in."
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