Chapter 115: Join in the fun

When passing by a telephone booth, Xiao Qingru called the family compound.

I was afraid that my parents wouldn't eat well at home, so I gave them some special instructions.

After chatting for more than ten minutes, he hung up the phone.

"We will celebrate the New Year in the northwest next year," Xu Muzhou said.

"We'll see. If possible, it will be more lively if the whole family gets together."

Listening to them talk, Xiao Huaishu became more certain of his idea of ​​transferring to Beijing.

By then, he can not only take care of his own family, but also help his brother-in-law take care of Xu's family.

During the Chinese New Year, my family was in Beijing, and many problems were entangled.

As for Xiao Qingru, she worked in a literary troupe and it was quite troublesome to transfer her.

If one of them moved, the other had to move too, so they had to separate.

This matter was easy to solve, so neither Xu Muzhou nor Xiao Qingru thought of transferring to Beijing.

When I got home, Xu's mother was making dumplings. I'd better make them in advance and cook them directly in the pot when the time comes.

After washing his hands, Xiao Qingru also came over to help.

Xu's mother asked them where they had been and recommended some scenic spots to Xiao Qingru.

Xiao Qingru wrote them down one by one, saying that she would visit them one by one later.

The New Year's Eve dinner was very sumptuous, with chicken and fish. I don't know when, Xu's father went to buy a roast duck, and added some other vegetarian dishes, a total of six dishes.

Needless to say, Xiao Qingru could also feel the importance her parents-in-law attached to her.

These days, food is the most precious thing.

The two children they brought back had meat for every meal and ate fine grains.

If she still feels the feelings of her elders, she is either slow-witted or stupid.

It is hard to imagine that the parents-in-law must have tightened their belts during the day to prepare such a delicious meal when they returned home.

Xiao Qingru kept this feeling in her heart.

It's a matter of reciprocity. If others are good to her, she will return the favor.

Before returning to the northwest, I will replenish food and other daily necessities for the elders.

When they leave, they will leave money and tickets for them.

Xiao Huaishu also felt that the Xu family was really good to their sister.

At first he thought the Xu family could get along, and facts proved that the couple really became a perfect match.

Compared with the Jiang family, it is only a little bit better.

How did Jiang Chuan catch up with Qing Ru? Was it because he was close to her and had known her since childhood?

If that were the case, Xiao and Qingru would definitely not even have a word to say.

Not to mention the subject.

If it weren't for their childhood affection, Qingru would definitely look at Jiangchuan more.

Xiao Huaishu shook his head and drove the Jiang family out of his mind.

During the Chinese New Year, we should think about auspicious things.

Unlucky!

Father Xu took out some more wine and said, "Let's have a drink together. We are free anyway."

Xu's mother was in tears and laughed, but considering that her husband hadn't drunk for a year and was happy that the child was back, she didn't stop him.

He took out two bottles of soda from the cabinet and said, "Qingru and I will drink this, and you guys drink the wine."

Xiao Huaishu and Xu Muzhou also drank frequently, and drinking once or twice a year was considered a lot.

Xu Muzhou glanced at Xiao Qingru, asking for her opinion with his eyes.

Xiao Qingru pretended not to notice that the man secretly took her hand at the dinner table and pinched her palm.

I tried hard to suppress my expression and not laugh out loud.

He pinched the back of Xu Muzhou's hand and told him to behave himself. "It's New Year's Eve. I have nothing to do anyway. It's okay to have a couple of drinks."

Father Xu asked her, "Qingru, do you want to have some too? Your mother can drink, and once she falls down, does she know that you can drink?"

Xiao Qingru can drink, but her alcohol tolerance is also limited.

Fearing that he would make a fool of himself if he drank too much, he rejected the suggestion and said, "I'll drink soda with Mom."

"If you know how to drink, you can drink a little. It can also warm your body." said Xu's mother.

Xiao Qingru shook her head repeatedly, "No need, the room is already warm enough."

"Then drink soda."

"good."

The New Year's Eve dinner had to be eaten slowly, and this one took more than two hours. I didn't know when it started, but Xu Muzhou grabbed Xiao Qingru's hand again.

Their hands were folded on Xu Muzhou's knees. Xu's mother was going to the kitchen to heat up the chicken soup and saw this scene when she turned around.

A smile flashed in his eyes, and the newlyweds have a good relationship.

If they continue to be so loving, both me and the old man will feel relieved.

In the past, when their son was alone in the northwest, they were always worried that he would only focus on his future and not take good care of his health.

Now that I have someone who understands me, I don't have to worry about many things anymore.

Xu's mother's teasing smile made Xiao Qingru's face turn red, and she quickly withdrew her hand.

"Mom, heat up the chicken soup and save it for tomorrow. Will there be dumplings in the evening? It's enough to eat it now, so you can eat it later."

Xu's mother asked Xiao Huaishu, "Huaishu, would you like another bowl of chicken soup?"

Xiao Huaishu waved his hand, "Auntie, I'm eating too."

"Your appetite is too small. You need to eat more."

Xiao Huaishu was ashamed. He had already eaten more than a dozen bowls of rice. With the addition of the dishes, one meal was equivalent to several meals of others. Even if he had a big appetite, he should be full.

Besides, he will feel bad if he continues to eat.

"Since you all want to eat, I'll heat it up and steam some steamed buns tomorrow morning. These dishes are enough for us to eat."

Xiao Huaishu smiled and said, "It's the same in our family. We have to eat the food from the tenth day of the lunar year on the first day of the lunar year. My mother said that it's time to cut open the knife."

"We also have this saying, rules are dead, people are alive, if you really want to eat, there are no taboos."

"I think so too. Having a full meal is a necessity in life."

Speaking of this topic, Xu's father and mother obviously have something to say. After all, the older generation has suffered more and has a lot of insights on this.

"Life used to be easy. I was always thinking about getting more food. I didn't dare to think about fine grains. I was very happy to have sweet potatoes to eat."

In fact, Xiao Qingru and others still have memories of that difficult period.

The only difference is that at that time they had their parents to support them, so the pressure was not on them.

I still remember that at that time, any food in the house was given to them two siblings.

Although I ate carefully, I didn't feel hungry at both ends.

Looking back now, it was not easy for anyone.

"The days ahead will definitely get better and better."

"I will."

A few people clinked glasses and were all full of expectations for their future life.

When it got dark, the sound of firecrackers rang out one after another outside.

The festive atmosphere is strong.

We have to stay up all night to celebrate the New Year, so sitting there doing nothing is also an option. We heard that an explicit movie was arranged, so the whole family went out to join in the fun.

Afraid that Xiao Qingru would be squeezed out, Xu Muzhou protected her the whole time.

Many people were peeking at them, and they all thought, is this still the troublemaker Xu Muzhou? He is quite considerate to his wife.

I could see it all before.

At that time, everyone thought Xu Muzhou was useless and would be a gangster in the future.

Who would have thought that a few years later he would make a comeback and become the most promising child in the area.

Being filial to parents and loving his wife, is this what a good man looks like?

Sure enough, it is right to look at people through the crack in the door.

The movies that were played over and over again were always the same ones. Xiao Qingru had a good memory and could recite them all by heart.

Seeing that her attention was not on the movie, Xu Muzhou whispered, "Wife, if you feel bored, let's go home."

Xiao Qingru asked in a low voice: "You want to go home, right?"

The man put his fist to his lips to hide the smile on his face, "I'll do whatever you say."

At first, she did want to join in the fun, but there were too many people at the moment, and Xiao Qingru didn't like the feeling of being squeezed together with others.

He pulled Xu Muzhou's sleeve and said, "Go home."

Xiao Huaishu didn't have time to watch a movie during the day, and he was watching it very enthusiastically at the moment, so he was willing to go back with them.

The two children of the Xu family were the same. It was just right for them to go home after watching the movie.

So, Xiao Qingru and Xu Muzhou left first.

After squeezing out of the crowd with great difficulty, Xiao Qingru breathed a sigh of relief.

Although it is good to be lively, some of the liveliness is really beyond human control.

Xu Muzhou bravely grabbed Xiao Qingru's hand.

The light was dim. On the one hand, Xiao Qingru was worried that she would be seen by others, but on the other hand, she felt good being held by Xu Muzhou.

I could only pull him along and walk a few quick steps, then turn into the dark alley. Now I could finally hold Fang Fang's hand.

The two of them held hands and walked through the alley.

The bustling and noisy world was left far behind.

In the corner where you can't see your fingers, Xiao Qingru kissed Xu Muzhou's lips unconsciously.

"Comrade Xu, please take good care of me in the new year."

"Comrade Xiao, be nice to me in the new year."

"Am I good to you?"

"Okay, but I'm greedy and want something better."

Holding Xiao Qingru's face, he kissed her tender lips.

It’s great to celebrate the Chinese New Year.