I always thought their child was well-behaved and obedient, but now I realize it's because they've been restrained.
That's true. It's only in their nature for tiny children to like playing and making a fuss. On the contrary, these well-behaved little ones in their family who can read and recite are a bit abnormal.
“Mom,” Da Niu ran over, “Come on over, the kite is flying so high.”
"You can play by yourself," Wang said with a smile, her gentle temperament radiating from within. "I'll just watch from the side."
Suddenly, Wang felt a surge of emotion.
In the past, I was either busy making a living or doing housework. Only after going out to play did I realize how precious it is to have fun.
Not only her son, but she herself also felt much more at ease.
Under a vast sky with rolling clouds, surrounded by lush greenery, the vibrant life force makes one suddenly realize that, apart from life and death, there is no obstacle that cannot be overcome.
After a moment of clarity, her eyes crinkled into a smile. "Mother, I was being narrow-minded before!"
She has such a good husband, such well-behaved children, and such a kind mother-in-law; there's no reason for her to worry about things that haven't even happened yet.
"It's good that you can understand," Jiang Nuan said gently, though she was puzzled as to why Wang Shi suddenly said this. "Such a beautiful day, such a lovely scene, yet who has the pleasure to enjoy it? Time flows like water, and it should be for beautiful women like flowers."
Even though she's thirty-six, she still has the youthful spirit of a twenty-six-year-old. The first thing she does every morning is to silently repeat to herself: "I'm the most beautiful woman in the world."
Wang's poetry wasn't very good, but for some reason, she remembered these words very well.
She felt that the charm conveyed in the sentence was very beautiful.
The old lady was also very happy, smiling as she looked at the two of them, her face crinkling with different depths of wrinkles. "Not bad, not bad, come out and play more often in the future."
"Can!"
As they were talking, someone suddenly appeared.
“Master,” Old Sun said, carrying two plump fish over, “these were just caught by my children and grandchildren. Have a taste.”
As they spoke, the fish strung together with straw flicked its tail, showing great liveliness.
"Thank you, old brother," Grandma Huang said with a smile as she accepted the pastry. "Third daughter-in-law, hurry up and pick out a few pieces of pastry for the old lady to try."
Jin, ever the attentive one, packed four pieces of mung bean cake and handed them over, saying, "Made at home, Grandpa, please try some."
The pea-green pastries emitted a sweet aroma. Old Sun swallowed twice, then waved his hand in refusal, saying, "This old man only brought two fish; these things are not worthy of me."
Seeing that Ms. Jin was trying to force it on him, he left without saying goodbye.
"Is this our tenant?" Old Tian asked, squinting.
“Yes,” Jiang Nuan nodded, “They are all honest and hardworking people.”
Jiang Nuan had specifically asked Qi Yong to inquire about her own tenants. Although it was a bit of a waste of money, it had to be said that the efficiency was high. In just one night, they found out the ancestors of thirteen households for three generations.
Most of these tenant farmers are from Sunjiazhuang, three miles away. They are very poor. One family even sold their son last year. There are also five other families who are migrants. They do not own any land and their household registration has been revoked. They can only rent land or live as mountain dwellers.
After seeing this, Jiang Nuan remained silent for a long time, and then she suddenly understood why these people had been so agitated.
It is no exaggeration to say that these lands are truly the foundation of their survival.
At that time, Jiang Nuan thought that although the landlord profession, which had been glorious for thousands of years, was full of exploitation, it also gave a little chance for these poor people without any foundation to survive. Although life was difficult, they were still able to live.
Not long after the old man left, groups of two or three people began to arrive.
Some people put down a few eggs, some put down a basket of wild vegetables, and some even brought over their old hens that lay eggs.
"These people are so polite," Xie said, feeling a headache coming on. "I don't know how to take them back?"
“They’re all honest people,” Grandma Huang said in a good mood. “I don’t think they have any bad intentions.”
After falling out with the old house, the old lady especially disliked those who appeared respectable but were actually wicked. These few people who stuttered whenever they saw her actually put her at ease.
"I'll have my mistress send over some return gifts tomorrow," Jiang Nuan said, her expression relaxed. "I won't let them suffer any losses."
Grandma Huang added, "But not too much, lest we spoil their appetites."
"How about two bolts of coarse cloth, two pounds of wheat flour, two pounds of fine rice, and two large bones for each family?"
After Xie finished speaking, Wang chimed in, "Let's add another pound of brown sugar. I think they look a bit pale and weak."
“Good,” Jiang Nuan said approvingly, looking at her two daughters-in-law. “Let’s arrange it this way.”
The gifts are neither too heavy nor too light; they are all things essential for daily life and are very practical.
Sure enough, as her daughter-in-law improved, her life became easier and easier, and perhaps soon she would be able to completely relinquish her responsibilities as a mother-in-law.
After discussing these matters, the group began their picnic.
Originally, she had only come out for a short visit and did not intend to stay for too long. She had brought mostly pastries and tea, and since she had these extra ingredients, Jiang Nuan began to arrange them with great interest.
Killing chickens has always been Xie's specialty. He would press down on the chicken's head and make a cut with a dagger, and blood would gush out. In no time, the chicken would be completely dead.
The others weren't idle either; some were gathering firewood, while others were washing vegetables.
The babbling brook, the fragrant flowers, the wisps of smoke rising from the chimneys, and the children playing nearby create a picture of tranquility and peace.
On the other side, Huang Xiaosi was momentarily stunned when he saw the people who had arrived. "You're looking for me?"
He's still a child; he doesn't have to worry about anything at home, big or small.
Even when the clan was divided, it was the one that was notified.
I really can't understand why these people are looking for me.
"Xiao Si," Huang Shi's expression was very unnatural, "do you know where your mother and grandmother went?"
Upon hearing this, Huang Xiaosi immediately became alert. "What do you want to do?"
"Don't be nervous," Huang Youquan forced a smile when he saw Huang Xiaosi's wariness. "We need to talk to your mother about something."
Upon hearing this, Huang Xiaosi subconsciously looked at Huang Shi, pursed his lips, and remained silent.
Now that they've split into different clans, what else do these people want to do?
"Little Fourth, Uncle... I need to talk to your mother about something."
"She's not home?"
"No."
Upon hearing this, Huang Xiaosi immediately narrowed his eyes, "You've already been to my house?"
"Yes," Huang Shi lowered his head guiltily, "I didn't go into the courtyard."
Hearing this, Xiao Si understood, "Then let's come another day."
The Jin family father and son are definitely home; they must have their own concerns for not opening the door.
I shouldn't get involved.
Huang Xiaosi used to think he was the smartest person in the world, but later he realized that there was no shortage of smart people in the world, especially the older ones. They had lived a long time and had a lot of experience, and when they got involved, they were even smarter than monkeys.
Later, he learned his lesson.
Keep those shrewd people in mind, don't cause trouble unnecessarily, talk less and learn more!
"You really can't tell me?"
Brother Huang was somewhat disappointed, but he didn't dare to press the matter.
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