Zhang Guoqing thought and did it.
Once again, I saw Zhang Meili bringing wild vegetables.
He immediately informed everyone to go back to his hometown on the weekend and took everyone to the mountains to pick wild vegetables.
Everyone was looking forward to it and finally made it to the weekend. Before dawn, everyone rushed to Zhangjia Village.
Leaving Zhang's mother with the women and children to dig wild vegetables at the foot of the mountain, Zhang Guoqing went up the mountain with his father, two brothers and two brothers-in-law.
At the foot of the mountain, there were really no wild vegetables to pick, not even the newly sprouted ones. The old captain had already ordered the villagers, young and old, to pick them all.
Seeing that things were not going well, Zhang's mother told everyone to go back to their backyard. She took her two daughters to the river, intending to catch some small fish and shrimp. She had tasted Zhou Jiao's dried fish last time and it was delicious.
Zhou Jiao didn't say anything to dissuade them. She figured Zhang's mother and the other two would be disappointed.
She returned to her yard, her child in hand, only to discover that she hadn't returned to the village. Zhang Guoqing had already tidied the backyard, planting a variety of seasonal fruits and vegetables, though they had barely sprouted. The last row of empty space was probably reserved for corn. Last year's tender corn had been destroyed by the couple, leaving little behind.
Zhang Guoqing, whom Zhou Jiao was concerned about, looked out and noticed how neatly the wild vegetables had been cleared. He thought to himself that the old captain had gone all out. If it weren't for the unsafe conditions in the mountains, even Daqing Mountain wouldn't be spared from their scourge.
He weighed his fishing net and decided not to go to the mountainside. The pond near the cabin would probably have been cleared out. He wondered if his cousins had completely destroyed the dense forest.
It took them more than an hour to walk to the dense forest.
Fortunately, the area was still overgrown with weeds. It seemed Zhang Qingshan and his companions didn't come here often. The pheasants and rabbits that used to be everywhere were now rare. He wondered if his blessed land could still bring him good fortune.
Father Zhang had no idea his son was still dreaming of something else. He was incredibly happy, looking at the patch of wild vegetables and weeds before him, so happy he quickly asked everyone to get out the insect repellent Zhou Jiao had prepared.
Zhang Guoqing swept a circle with a stick and then cut out a safe area with a machete, where his two inexperienced brothers-in-law stayed to pick wild vegetables.
Zhang's father and his family were thrilled, especially his two brothers-in-law. They had long heard Zhang Guoqing say that this place was deserted. They had all the wild vegetables they could think of. Among other things, Zhang Guoqing had helped find a vast field of yams. These yams could be used as both a grain and a vegetable; it was a bountiful harvest.
While helping with the excavation, Zhang Guoqing kept an eye on the surroundings. Although he had come here many times without any problems, it was better to be cautious.
Time was running out, and Zhang Chunming was relatively well-prepared, but Chen Xiaobin was a complete novice. Apart from a few common wild vegetables, he didn't recognize many. Therefore, an interesting scene soon emerged.
Zhang Guoqing watched in amazement as his second brother-in-law gathered whatever grass he could find and stuffed it into the sack. He thought for a moment, then smiled and agreed to let his brother-in-law do what he wanted. He hadn't seen him stuff the sack with dirt, so he could just clean it up when he got home.
Everyone quickly gathered their harvest and continued on their way. Wild vegetables were at their freshest and most delicious this season, and it would be impossible to pick them all in a short time. Gradually, even Chen Xiaobin learned to select only the wild vegetables his family liked.
After filling up all the bags we brought, we decided we were almost done and started planning to head back, just in time for lunch.
Zhang Guoqing raised his fishing net and told Zhang Dad and the others to wait for him. He planned to go to the blessed land to have a look. If there was no prey, he could bring some fish back.
Zhang Laoer quickly put down his things and followed him. He wanted meat, fresh meat. Aside from Chinese New Year, his family hadn't tasted fresh meat in ages. And not just his family, but the entire county.
Following Zhang Guoqing, he silently prayed that he would encounter a wild boar, not too many, just one would be enough. As he walked, he thought about how to eat.
Unfortunately, no matter how stealthily the two brothers approached, they didn't see a single pig hair.
Zhang Guoqing looked around curiously, then lowered his head to search the ground for animal prints. He was shocked to find that there weren't many new footprints. Could it be that all the animals had disappeared? Perhaps they had been scared away by the last wolf kill?
Without time to think, he cast a net and baited it. He waited a moment, reached out and pulled, weighed it, and smiled faintly. Not bad, not bad!
The two brothers took the net full of fish and left. As soon as they came out of the forest, they met Zhang Dad and his friends. Before they could say a few more words, Zhang Guoqing immediately shouted "Grandpa Wang".
Father Zhang and the others looked at him strangely. Could this kid be stupid?
Soon, Zhang Guoqing's voice echoed far away, and at the same time, the echo of Mr. Wang was also heard.
Less than five minutes later, Mr. Wang appeared in front of everyone, carrying the wild animal and his eldest grandson.
Zhang Laoer stared at the wild boar on the old man's back and looked at Zhang Guoqing sadly, which made him laugh.
Seeing this, Old Man Wang had some idea. However, he was still looking for Zhang Guoqing. What's a wild boar? If he was lucky, he could even give him one, not to mention pork.
He threw the wild animal aside, took Zhang Guoqing to the side, and whispered to him the whole story.
Since wiping out the nearby wolf pack, Mr. Wang and his son had begun exploring the mountains. He had longed for a wild forest he had seen in his youth, where he had gathered ginseng. Those two ginseng stems had allowed him to marry, have children, and live a good life for half his life.
Later, the Taoist priest halfway up the mountain left, the temple fell into disrepair, and the wolf packs grew in number, so he and his sons didn't dare venture up the mountain anymore. Now that his grandchildren needed to marry and have children, he wanted to take advantage of the wolf pack's absence to visit the forest again. Perhaps, if he could, he could ensure that his descendants would have enough food and clothing.
Of course, this is the result Zhang Guoqing came to based on his own statement.
He was a little hesitant about Mr. Wang's invitation. He wasn't short of money, so there was no need to take risks. No matter how valuable ginseng was, could it be exchanged for food?
After Zhou Jiao's last cry of pain, he vowed not to get involved in any danger, leaving her feeling apprehensive. Besides, he didn't think the old man had to go by himself; he already had sons and grandsons, so he had plenty of help. Why would he want to share his treasure with him?
Old Master Wang knew that if he didn't give this kid some benefits, he would never make a move. He didn't hide it from Zhang Guoqing either. He knew this kid's temperament too well, so it was better to tell him the truth.
Zhang Guoqing pinched his palms hard and lowered his head to suppress his laughter. He had never imagined that the gimmick of having four bottles of drugs at home would seduce the old man. Yeah, his wife is really amazing.
Coming to his senses, Zhang Guoqing asked him who had gone with him. He was relieved to learn that the old man had brought his eldest son and grandson. He didn't want to be cannon fodder.
Zhang Guoqing considered it for a moment, then nodded in agreement. The two agreed on a time and went their separate ways. He didn't tell Zhang's father, or even Zhou Jiao, until later.
On the way down the mountain, he considered who would be a good companion.
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