Chapter 132 Sanya, you cheated
The head镖师 (bodyguard/escort) is responsible for checking the contents of the convoy to prevent anything from being stolen or anything that might cause trouble for him.
"And dried meat?"
The person next to him was surprised to see that most of the meat was dried meat.
"All the meat we had for the New Year is here. I heard there's war over there, I wonder what he is like..." Ye Wan made a worried expression.
Families with better financial means can still afford to eat meat during the Lunar New Year. Giving all the meat to the men who are away from home shows their thoughtfulness.
The head镖师 patted his chest and said, "Don't worry, ma'am, we will definitely deliver the goods."
Seeing Ye Wan leave, the underling swallowed hard. "Big brother, so much jerky! I wonder what kind of meat it's made of. It looks delicious."
The head镖师 glared at him. "Don't you dare steal any food, kid. They paid you the full amount for the escort mission. The most important thing in this line of work is integrity. What would we be if we didn't have integrity?"
Ye Wan felt much relieved after hearing this, and hoped that Lin Anyuan would receive the things she sent.
On the way, they ran into Chef Peng, who, when no one was around, slipped an envelope to Ye Wan, saying, "Madam Ye, this is a letter from the master to you."
After saying that, the dog glanced around furtively and left, leaving her no chance to ask any more questions.
The letter said that Liu Wenshu had already gone to the capital and told her to send a message to Chef Peng at Xilailou if she needed anything, and that Chef Peng would find a way to deliver the message.
Ye Wan watched it and hoped he would pass the high school entrance exam.
When Liu Wenshu becomes an official, he will be able to take better care of their family.
On the way back, there weren't many people. It was cold, so many families were dressed lightly and didn't go out much, staying huddled on their kang (heated brick bed).
Once the Laba Festival is over, the New Year is just around the corner.
After another light snowfall, Lunar New Year's Eve quietly arrived.
This year's Lunar New Year was especially lively for the three girls.
Not only do we get new clothes, but we also have so many people celebrating the New Year together.
On the morning of New Year's Eve, everyone exchanged auspicious greetings.
Seeing Er Ya dressed in new clothes and about to go out, Ye Wan said, "Er Ya, don't show off too much when you go out."
Wearing a new outfit is fine, just don't go around saying that their family eats meat every day.
At first, Ye Wan pretended to buy chickens and ducks in town, but after Hui Gu and Sha Niu went up the mountain a few times, their family never lacked meat.
Luckily, it's some distance from the village; otherwise, the aroma of meat wafting out every day would be unbearable.
“I know.” Er Ya moved closer to Ye Wan.
"Mom, do you still remember the earrings you promised to buy me? Today is New Year's Eve."
When Er Ya mentioned it last time, Ye Wan agreed and pierced her ears. Daya also got hers pierced, but San Ya covered her ears and refused.
Sanya is still young, so Ye Wan didn't force her. It wouldn't be too late to tie her hair into earrings when she's a little older and wants to wear them.
After Er Ya got her ears pierced, she wore dog hair for several months until the piercings finally stopped growing.
I don't know where this idea came from, but it's said that if you wear dog hair in your pierced ears, the piercings will never heal unless you wear earrings.
"It's a math problem, here you go."
Ye Wan went back into the house and took out two pairs of earrings wrapped in a handkerchief: one pair was small red persimmons, and the other pair was lilacs.
"Why is it so small?" Er Ya looked around and picked up the red persimmon.
She just likes red.
"Little girl, be careful not to wear such big ones and break your ears. The rest of these are for your older sister."
Er Ya gave the other pair to Daya, who then happily put them on and went out to admire herself.
Ye Wan muttered casually, "This girl doesn't care about the family at all, all she knows is running around outside."
Hearing this, Huigu chimed in, "Madam is mistaken. Children like this are the ones who miss home the most."
Ye Wan smiled and agreed.
Er Ya is usually sarcastic and unreliable, but she really protects her family when it matters.
Ten children are all different. Ye Wan now thinks that being a mother without pain is really great, and she can rely on her in her old age.
Ye Wan spoke softly, "Does Auntie still have any relatives? It's almost New Year, should we send a letter to them?"
Hui Gu smiled and said, "Isn't your family member you, Madam? Does Madam not acknowledge that?"
Ye Wan grabbed Hui Gu's arm, "Aunt, come sit down. I'll prepare a big feast for you tonight, and we can have a drink together."
Huigu couldn't help but laugh.
Heaven was kind to her. She had no children and was all alone. She was old and just wanted to find a place to retire, but she never expected to meet such a wonderful wife.
"Hui Gu is no ordinary person, is she? I wonder who her master is."
Aunt Cai came over.
Hui Gu's smile remained unchanged. "The current mistress is naturally the lady of the house. As for who she was before, why should Miss Cai need to know?"
The eldest daughter of the Cai family was once the most talented woman in the capital. She married Fang Daru, and the two had only one daughter after many years of marriage.
Unfortunately, after he came to power, he was imprisoned by his son-in-law and daughter for allegedly participating in cheating on the imperial examinations. It is said that he died in prison.
Aunt Cai smiled and said, "You're really wise with age. If you don't ask me, I won't ask you either. My daughter went to the kitchen, and I'm going to help. You can just wait to eat if you don't move."
"Let's go together."
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"This is the first New Year that our family has celebrated together. Let us raise our glasses and wish for many more years to come, for many more years to come, and for peace and happiness to come year after year."
A cold wind was blowing outside, but the room was warm and cozy. Ye Wan poured fruit wine for everyone, even the three girls had a small cup.
Everyone held their cups and took turns saying their blessings.
Daya said, "May Mother always be healthy and have all her wishes fulfilled."
Er Ya, "May Mother's beauty last forever, and may she always be young and happy."
Sanya: "Wishing Mother happiness every day, and that she loves Sanya every day."
"Sanya, you cheated."
Ye Wan laughed out loud, "Hahaha, you're such a clever little devil. Your second sister said you're stupid, but I think you're the smartest."
Sanya, her eyes sparkling, hugged Ye Wan's arm.
Ye Wan was a little excited after drinking the wine, her face flushed. She stroked the hair of each of her three daughters one by one, saying, "You are all my good children. I will be counting on you in the future."
The old man and Aunt Cai looked at Ye Wan with loving eyes.
Huigu also looked at the mother and her three daughters with a smile.
The silly girl stared at the table full of food, her mouth watering.
Looking out at the dark night, Ye Wan suddenly thought of Lin Anyuan.
What was Lin Anyuan doing at this time?
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On New Year's Eve, Lin Anyuan led his squad in a surprise attack on Qu County, Ganzhou, braving the snow.
In the first month of the year, he captured one county after another in Ganzhou, large and small. Two of them were captured without losing a single soldier. Now he has become a hot favorite of the emperor.
Before we knew it, it was the end of the first lunar month. The New Year celebrations were over, and everyone finally had a chance to catch their breath.
"The New Year is over, and I wonder how my wife is doing at home. Is she doing well? She was already pregnant when I left, and I guess she'll be giving birth soon."
"Once we win the battle, we can bring our wives and children to be with us."
"Brother Lin, some bodyguards have come to town asking about you!"
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