Chapter 252 Spring Hunt Begins
At this time, everyone is busy cooking, and the women who have been visiting each other outside and the children who have been running wild are all heading home.
The people could hear clearly what was being broadcast through the loudspeaker.
Some women, upon hearing their sons' names, and some children, upon hearing their older brothers' names, would rush home to inform their families.
Upon learning that the training program had been changed to hunting in the mountains this year, the entire forest farm was in an uproar.
Most of the families that were selected were quite happy.
In previous years, training usually involved a meal, but this year it turned into a hunting trip in the mountains.
If we bring back some game, not only will we get a bonus, but our family can also have some meat to eat. Wouldn't that be great?
Of course, some families worry about the dangers of going into the mountains to hunt.
But upon closer reflection, if thirty or forty people were carrying guns into the mountains, what kind of ferocious beasts could they possibly encounter that would pose a danger?
Besides, if so many people and guns are in danger, wouldn't it be even more precarious when we're gathering wild vegetables in a few days?
The purpose of the spring hunt is to clear away any potential problems later on, so if there is an opportunity, one should definitely participate.
Those who were selected were quite happy, while those who weren't selected were definitely unhappy. Some even went directly to the farm headquarters to ask why their sons weren't chosen.
For example, Li Erzhuang's mother, and several other families, were all well-known troublemakers in the forest farm.
They're quick to take advantage of anything, but they never flaunt anything that puts them at a disadvantage.
There are certain standards for who to choose and who not to choose.
Young, in his early twenties, strong and physically fit. He also needs to have outstanding training records over the years and excellent marksmanship.
This isn't regular training; it's sending them hunting in the mountains. Who knows what wild animals they might encounter?
What's the point of going if you can't shoot accurately? What if you hurt someone else?
I'm warning you, don't try to act like scoundrels here. This was a decision made by the management of the facility, and you have no right to interfere.
Just then, Wang Jiachuan hadn't left yet, and upon hearing these people's questions, he angrily retorted.
These people had made a fool of themselves and had no choice but to go home.
On the Sheng family's side, Zhang Shuzhen was leading Zhou Qinglan and the Sheng sisters, Sheng Yunfang and Sheng Yunfei, in making steamed buns with bear meat and sauerkraut filling.
By this time of year, the pickled cabbage made in autumn is almost gone. Zhang Shuzhen had originally planned to take all the pickled cabbage out of the jar and make some steamed buns, so she cleaned up the jar and moved it outside to cover it up.
It just so happens that Sheng Xiping and his group brought back two black bears today. Regardless of whether the bears were fat or not, each family got some meat.
Zhang Shuzhen thought about it and realized that it was perfect; she would use bear meat and pickled cabbage to make steamed buns.
On Sundays, when everyone is at home with nothing to do, the mother and her children can work together quickly.
After a flurry of chopping, the meat and vegetable fillings were ready, and the dough on the heated brick bed had risen. So, we put the dough on the board and started wrapping the fillings.
When Sheng Xiping returned home, the first batch of steamed buns was already cooked, and they were picking the second batch out of the pot. The whole house was filled with the aroma of sauerkraut-filled buns.
"Mom, you're really something! You just brought the meat home this afternoon, and you've already turned it into dumplings in no time?"
This speed truly astonished Sheng Xiping; they were incredibly efficient at their work.
“Aren’t you going up the mountain tomorrow? Perfect timing, I’ll steam some buns for you as provisions.” Zhang Shuzhen smiled as soon as she heard that.
"Come inside, we'll eat in a bit."
As she spoke, Zhang Shuzhen placed all the buns from the steamer rack into the pot and then put the lid on.
Cover the gap in the middle of the pot lid with a rag, and then place two bricks on top of the pot lid.
This is to prevent the steam from escaping from the pot as much as possible, otherwise the steamed buns will have a green skin.
Inside the room, Zhou Qinglan was leading her two sisters-in-law in wrapping the last few dumplings, while two curtains were placed at the north end of the kang (heated brick bed).
With so many people in my family, and all of them still able to eat, what can I do with just a few bags? Besides, I also need to pack lunch for Sheng Xiping.
Zhang Shuzhen used all the bear meat her family had allocated, along with the last of the sauerkraut, to make steamed buns. Since there wasn't enough leavened dough, she also made some with unleavened dough.
After finishing the last few buns, everyone tidied up the kang (heated brick bed), then put them on the table, served a basket of steaming hot buns, and added some garlic sauce, vinegar, chili oil, and other dipping sauces. That was dinner.
There are plenty of steamed buns; eat as much as you like.
It has to be said that the Sheng family's standard of living has improved considerably compared to before; at least their stomachs aren't so empty anymore.
Even Sheng Xitai no longer eats like he used to, afraid of not being able to eat. When he sees something delicious, he will eat as much as he can, even if it means risking his life.
Both pots in the east and west rooms were filled with steamed buns. Zhang Shuzhen and Zhou Qinglan sat on the edge of the kang (a heated brick bed), eating their meals while keeping an eye on the fire in the pots.
When the time comes, quickly open the pot lid and take the buns out.
Just after finishing their meal, they heard dogs barking outside, and then the educated youth from the forest farm came to the Sheng family's house one after another.
They all knew about tomorrow's spring hunt, and Sheng Xiping was the captain. They all wanted to come and ask Sheng Xiping how the spring hunt was planned.
"The farm provides us with guns and bullets. We bring our own rations for lunch and eat at the canteen when we come back in the evening. The farm provides meals."
We have a team competition with the Dajianchang team; it's about seeing how much the two sides gain in total.
In addition, there will be individual competitions, and winners will be awarded prizes. Sheng Xiping briefly explained the rules.
Upon hearing this, everyone's eyes widened. Dinner would be provided, the game would be included, and there would be a reward—this was wonderful!
"Xiping, do you have a plan for tomorrow's game?"
Sheng Xiping has always been the leader of these young people in the forest farm, and this time he is the team leader, so people will definitely ask him questions.
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