Every household lit firecrackers, the crackling sound was deafening, and there were laughter and joy everywhere, creating a peaceful scene.

This is Shen Zhizhu's first Chinese New Year after her rebirth, and it is also the first time in two lifetimes that she feels the festive atmosphere.

She was wearing new clothes and new shoes, standing at the door of the main room, watching Xu Haonan light red firecrackers and then run back in a hurry.

Shen Zhizhu covered his ears with his hands and smiled sweetly.

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Erdan next door was also wearing new clothes, covering his ears, and jumping up and down.

The firecrackers burned out quickly, and Shen Zhizhu and Xu Haonan looked at each other with smiles and said something to each other.

"Happy New Year!"

There were some red paper wrappers from firecrackers stuck on Xu Haonan's hair, and Shen Zhizhu picked them up very naturally and threw them on the ground.

"Hubby, in the new year, we still need to support each other. This is only the first year. We will have many more new years to come."

Her voice was soft, but Xu Haonan could hear the seriousness and sincerity in it clearly. His heart was burning with excitement and he couldn't help but want to respond.

"Yes! We will spend many New Years together after the meeting. I will protect you and will not let you get hurt."

Xu Haonan nodded his head vigorously, as if he wanted to show his determination.

"Wow, mom, look, Xiaozhu and Haonan are saying shameful things again."

Erdan was in the period of growth, and even though he was not as tall as the courtyard wall, he could stand on the steps and move a stool, then lie on the wall and look at the two courtyards.

He held his chin with his hands and looked at Xu Haonan and Shen Zhizhu with a smile.

"You naughty boy, you always disturb your brother and sister's love. Look at your clothes. You just put on new clothes this morning, and you rubbed them against the wall. Don't get them dirty later."

Aunt Li carried a basket of fried meatballs and went to the main room, chattering to Erdan as usual.

"The meatballs are ready. Do you want to eat them? Send some to your brother and sister."

Erdan took his arm off the wall and patted his elbow. Fortunately, he had a protective sleeve on.

"Eat! Of course I'll come after I wash my hands. Sister Xiaozhu, Brother Haonan, you can hug me for a while. I'll come later~"

Having said that, he jumped off the stool, ran to the washbasin, and then trundled into the main room. His little figure was full of anxiety.

Xu Haonan shook his head a little embarrassedly and smiled foolishly at Shen Zhizhu.

Shen Zhizhu didn't expose it either, she said.

"Erdan also likes fried fish, so let's send some to them later, and get some other food, and buy some sausages for Aunt Li. I kind of miss the taste."

Xu Haonan had no choice but to say "OK", then he took Shen Zhizhu to the main room. After frying the things, they were placed in the main room.

First, there is no dust, second, we don't want dogs and cats outside to steal the food, and third, of course, it is convenient for Shen Zhizhu to pick two and eat them anytime.

Soon, Li Erdan came to visit with a pot of fried meatballs that were still steaming.

"Sister Xiaozhu! Brother Haonan! Come and eat the fried meatballs. My mom fried them freshly. They are still hot and delicious. The lotus root meatballs are for brother Haonan and the meatballs are for sister Xiaozhu."

He was still chewing one thing after another in his mouth. His small mouth was stuffed full and he could not speak clearly.

Coincidentally, Xu Haonan also came out from the main room to get something. When he heard what Erdan said, he pretended to be serious.

"Why are the meatballs given to Xiaozhu sister and lotus root balls given to brother? Isn't brother's cooking delicious?"

As he spoke, he shook the food in his hand. Erdan's eyes lit up instantly, and he and Xu Haonan exchanged food.

"Hey, I was just kidding. There are lotus root balls and meat balls in this bowl. My mom mixed them together and I can't tell which is which. It's pure luck. Both are delicious. I've tried them both."

Erdan answered Xu Haonan's questions, but his eyes never left the fish and other dishes in his hands.

He chewed and swallowed the meatball in his mouth quickly. He wanted to eat a piece of fish first, so he raised his hands and then put them back.

"Hey, take it back and eat it with Mom and Dad. Then Xiaozhu, Haonan, I'm going to go back first."

"etc!"

Shen Zhizhu stopped Erdan who was about to leave, with a mysterious look on her face, and took out a red bag from her arms.

"Hey, Erdan, this is the New Year's money your brothers and sisters gave you this year. You must keep it well and buy something you like after school starts."

Erdan took it with surprise. He wanted to refuse, but thinking that Shen Zhizhu and Xu Haonan were his own brothers and sisters, accepting some New Year's money should not be too much, right?

Despite such a dilemma, he happily accepted it, handed the delicious food to Shen Zhizhu temporarily, and bowed to the two of them.

"Erdan wishes his brothers and sisters a happy new year. I wish them to continue to achieve good results, everything goes well, good health, and endless money in the coming year. I hope Sister Xiaozhu will always be young and free of worries. I hope Brother Haonan will be strong and healthy, and all his wishes will come true!"

As for the red envelope, since you are going to receive it, of course you have to add words of blessing.

Shen Zhizhu returned the things to Erdan and pinched Erdan's face again.

"Alright, alright, go home now. Your hands are cold. Go back and have dinner."

Erdan went back happily, and Shen Zhizhu and Xu Haonan also went back to the inner room hand in hand to start their New Year celebrations.

In the warm house, the two of them sat facing each other. It was a nice day, and they also bought some wine. In this cold winter, they drank a little to warm themselves up.

"Come here, husband. Thank you for taking care of me in the past six months."

Xu Haonan raised his glass.

"No, it's you who has been taking care of me and this family."

The two of them drank and ate, chatting about everything from things in the village to each other. During this meal, the two of them got to know each other better.

"Oh, by the way, there is still enough firewood at that old lady's house. We should leave for Beijing in ten days. There is still a lot of firewood left at home. Give half to Aunt Li and the other half to the old lady."

Xu Haonan thought it was feasible. Aunt Li's family was not short of firewood, but no one could have too much of it. Grandma was old, and she was the only one at home, so it would not be convenient for her to take care of the firewood. If he gave half of it to her, they wouldn't have to worry about it for at least two or three months.

"By the way, before I leave, I have to go see Sister Chunli, say goodbye to them, have a meal, and then deposit the remaining money into my passbook."

"Hey, after we go to Beijing, should we live in the school dormitory first, or should we move out and live together?"

Most of the time, it was Shen Zhizhu who did the talking while Xu Haonan listened, responding from time to time and giving some suggestions. When they talked about something interesting, they would laugh together.