The day after the military regiment's New Year, Qin Yushen officially began his leave.
But I have to go back to work on the fifth day of the Lunar New Year.
Lin Xiaoxiao took her first New Year in this world very seriously, putting up Spring Festival couplets and writing the character "福" (Fu, meaning good fortune), while Qin Yushen prepared the food for the New Year.
Rice cakes and glutinous rice balls are indispensable. Lin Xiaoxiao's favorite is glutinous rice balls. They are soft and chewy when eaten directly, and the fried outer skin is golden and crispy. They are even better when dipped in white sugar or soybean powder.
Fried radish balls, meatballs, sugar rings, and fried dumplings are essential for Chinese New Year...
Before they knew it, they had prepared a lot, but luckily Han Xiu and Zhu Yuqi were also going to have the reunion dinner with them.
"Qin Xiaoshen, your cooking skills have improved again." When the fried pork came out of the fryer, Han Xiu quickly scooped up a lump of it, not even bothering to touch the scalding heat.
The crispy pork is a perfect balance of lean and fatty meat, golden in color. One bite and the crispy sensation spreads throughout your mouth, creating a wonderfully unique taste.
Han Xiu caught the kind that was specially seasoned with Sichuan peppercorns, which added a unique stimulating sensation to the entire taste experience.
Lin Xiaoxiao doesn't like Sichuan peppercorns, so Qin Yushen took everyone's tastes into consideration, which was very thoughtful.
"Get out of here." Qin Yushen nudged him with his elbow, his expression full of disdain.
Such a tall person, not only standing in the kitchen stealing food, but also getting in the way.
Despite his apparent disdain, he still pushed the basket containing the fried food towards him.
"Hey, aren't we still good brothers?" Han Xiu put his arm around his shoulder, chewing incessantly.
Qin Yushen coldly replied, "It doesn't have to be."
Han Xiu laughed heartily, knowing that he said it on purpose, and didn't take it to heart at all.
"It's no wonder I've always been so good to you; you didn't even forget me during the New Year."
To be honest, Han Xiu was quite touched.
He has spent the Spring Festival alone for many years. He usually just grabs a bite at work and occasionally gets together with his younger brother Han Ling. He doesn't really have a concept of celebrating the Spring Festival.
This year, Zhu Yuqi, that heartless woman, returned, and he was no longer alone. However, both of them were used to a rough lifestyle and were prepared to cope. So Qin Yushen invited him to his home for the New Year.
Han Xiu was genuinely moved.
Qin Yushen's lips curled slightly, a smile flashing across his face. "Stop being so pretentious, take these out."
Pointing to the dishes cooked on the stove, she rudely ordered him to do the work.
With nowhere to vent his emotions, Han Xiu snorted, "You're so clueless about romance. I don't know how your sister-in-law can stand you."
Qin Yushen continued working on his hands and replied, "Is it possible that I treat my wife differently?"
Han Xiu: "..."
He's a classic case of forgetting his brothers after marrying his wife.
Qin Xiaoshen, you make me feel cold.
Lin Xiaoxiao and Zhu Yuqi were putting up paper-cut window decorations, one putting them up and the other giving instructions. After they finished, they saw Han Xiu carrying dishes into the hall with a bitter and resentful look on his face.
"What's wrong with him?" Lin Xiaoxiao and Zhu Yuqi whispered to each other.
Zhu Yuqi: "It might be that menopause has come early."
Han Xiu: "..."
Could you two speak any louder? We can hear you from halfway across the yard.
And Zhu Yuqi, where else can you find someone to complain about like you?
Han Xiu's face darkened visibly, and Lin Xiaoxiao burst into laughter.
Zhu Yuqi smiled and instinctively reached behind her to protect her.
The reunion dinner was very lavish, with chicken, duck, fish, beef, and mutton all on the table. There was enough food for about ten people, but the four of them still found it a bit of a struggle to eat.
But the point of celebrating the Lunar New Year is to have abundance every year.
"Dinner's ready! Dinner's ready!" As soon as the food was on the table, Lin Xiaoxiao couldn't wait.
She barely ate lunch to prepare for this dinner. She's eating for two now, so she can't afford to go hungry; if she does, she starts to panic.
"Have some soup first." Qin Yushen ladled a bowl of chicken soup for her.
Then he took out some wine and poured it for him and Han Xiu, while Lin Xiaoxiao and Zhu Yuqi drank plum juice that Qin Yu had brewed.
"Happy New Year, cheers!" Everyone raised their glasses, and Lin Xiaoxiao's cheerful voice filled the air.
The clinking of glasses produced a crisp, clear sound, like a beautiful prelude to the New Year.
The new year is a fresh start, full of hope and possibilities.
Occasionally, a few firecrackers could be heard outside. The aroma of the New Year's Eve dinner mingled with everyone's laughter, creating a warm and beautiful scene.
Even Qin Yushen and Zhu Yuqi, who are usually quiet, couldn't help but talk a lot in the festive atmosphere.
Lin Xiaoxiao and Han Xiu, who are usually very outgoing, kept talking non-stop, gossiping.
After finishing their meal, Han Xiu and Zhu Yuqi left.
Lin Xiaoxiao forced herself to stay up all night, but halfway through, she curled up in Qin Yushen's arms and fell asleep.
Qin Yushen pinched her nose, and Lin Xiaoxiao hummed and subconsciously opened her mouth to breathe.
Sleeping like a little pig.
He carefully carried her back to the room. Qin Yushen was covered in the smell of cooking oil and didn't seem to mind the cold, even though it was the middle of the night. He took a warm shower.
After taking a shower, I picked up my watch from the bedside table and glanced at it. It was almost midnight.
He lifted the covers and got into bed. Just as the clock struck midnight, he leaned close to Lin Xiaoxiao and whispered in her ear, "Wife, Happy New Year."
Be happy all the time.
Lin Xiaoxiao seemed to hear it and mumbled a "hmm" in her sleep.
A soft, magnetic laugh filled the room. Qin Yushen pulled her into his arms and placed his other hand on her stomach.
At this time, the little one in her belly was also sleeping, and Qin Yushen, without showing favoritism, still said "Happy New Year" to both of them.
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