The old lady smiled and said, "These are chili peppers that Zhensheng and the others brought back from the south in the spring. I heard they are a common vegetable in those overseas countries. Hongying planted some and also came up with a few new dishes. Taking advantage of today's lively occasion, she wanted to let everyone try something new."
"So that's how it is! What a treat today! We can actually eat foreign food!"
"I've heard that those people overseas are like demons and monsters, with red eyes and green hair, they're really scary!"
"Not necessarily, but it's definitely different from how we grew up."
"When the old man left, he took a few young men from the village with him. They'll find out when they get back."
"Speaking of which, Zhensheng and Jiayi are probably on their way now. They're missing the festivities at home, and they're probably getting anxious too."
"Yes, it's not easy being away from home."
Amidst laughter and conversation, the banquet was prepared.
All the tables, chairs, and benches in the village were moved over. There wasn't enough room in the Li family's house and courtyard, so seven or eight tables were set up right at the front gate.
Old Mrs. Li stood in the courtyard
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