After the couplets were written, brothers Shi Weiqiang and Shi Weimin took their children to post them.
Tian Yuzhu and Su Zhen were busy in the kitchen.
The task of taking care of the baby is still left to Zhang Zimei.
Shi Zhentang went out to buy a few bottles of good wine and soda, and some fireworks and firecrackers.
The old lady was very skillful and she glued together a few big red lanterns, which were then written by Gong Housen.
At 5:30 in the afternoon, firecrackers were set off, food was served, and the New Year’s Eve dinner began!
For this family gathering, Tian Yuzhu specially designed a large round table, which was placed in the living room during meals and could be removed after the meal.
The whole family happily gathered in a circle. Gong Housen raised his glass with great emotion: "I never dreamed that I would have such a lively New Year in my life."
The old lady was very moved: "Brother, let's celebrate like this every year from now on."
"Why!"
"Uncle, try Yuzhu's cooking. Cooking is one of her specialties." Shi Zhentang was afraid that the old people would become sad again, so he took the initiative to change the subject.
"Okay, okay, I haven't tasted the authentic taste of my hometown for a long time."
I took a bite of the braised pork and put it in my mouth. My taste buds seemed to awaken: "Hmm, not bad, very delicious."
The same is true for other dishes. Each one has distinct tastes, not greasy, refreshing and delicious, with a good combination of meat and vegetables.
Seeing that the old man was enjoying his meal, Tian Yuzhu happily served the three of them some food: "If you like it, eat more. I will cook for you every day in the future."
The old lady was in a good mood: "Yuzhu is a kind-hearted child, smart and clever. Ah Zhen is also a good child, and she takes care of me just like her own granddaughter."
This is the cleverness of the old lady. She praised both of her granddaughters-in-law.
Tian Yuzhu said with a smile: "I am also very lucky to have her as my sister-in-law."
Su Zhen felt embarrassed by the praise. She kept shaking her hands and her face turned red, unable to speak.
Gong Housen nodded repeatedly: "Okay, okay."
After the meal, the old lady and Uncle Tao gave the children New Year’s money.
Uncle Tao has been feeding his entire family over the years, and apart from secretly taking care of the Shi family, he has no place to spend money.
This time he was willing to give ten yuan to each child. There were four children in total, which added up to a huge amount.
The old lady refused to give it in, but she couldn't be more stubborn than him.
The younger generation also refused for a long time before accepting it.
As for the old lady, she said bluntly: "I won't give that much. First, I don't have money. Second, I'll spoil the kids. What does ten dollars mean? They think it comes easily."
He said it again with a soft mouth but a soft heart, but changed his mind when he took out the money: "Forget it, I'll give you ten yuan too."
Everyone couldn't help but sneer.
Gong Housen was very rich and had four red velvet boxes for his four children.
Let Shi Zhentang open it and see what the zodiac animals correspond to. For example, Doudou is the little rabbit...
But this zodiac sign is not ordinary. It is made entirely of gold, and the style is both retro and charming.
This is serious.
Shi Weimin and Su Zhen were so frightened that they quickly brought their children to kowtow to him: "Uncle, this gift is too expensive."
Gong Housen waved his hand: "Get up, get up. I'm just like your grandmother. They will be my great-grandchildren in the future. What great-grandfather doesn't love his great-grandchildren? You're being too polite and it's just alienating."
The old lady also said: "Yes, get up!"
Shi Weimin and Su Zhen have no blood relationship with the Gong family.
Unexpectedly, the uncle treated their children equally with Shi Zhentang and Tian Yuzhu's children. The couple felt warm in their hearts and tears of excitement welled up in their eyes.
The old lady took out the zodiac animals and put them around their necks: "Listen to the old ancestor, you can only wear them today, and let your mother keep them for you after you are done."
"good."
The two little ones didn’t know how valuable this zodiac animal was, they just thought it was beautiful, especially beautiful.
After putting them on, Su Zhen and Shi Weimin would subconsciously look over at their every move, fearing that the zodiac animal around their necks would disappear in the blink of an eye.
The old lady had a reason for not allowing people to wear it outside. These days, how many people in the entire county can wear a golden zodiac animal?
I’m just afraid that someone with ulterior motives will see it. Property is another matter, and the safety of the child is more important.
As for the two little ones from Tian Yuzhu's family, she and Shi Zhentang thanked the old man and put them away.
The baby is still too young and his neck is not straight yet. Wait until they are older before letting them wear it.
Shi Weiqiang's eyes widened: "Tsk tsk, uncle, you are really generous. This is the first time I have seen people give out gold as New Year's money. It really opened my eyes."
Gong Housen said with a smile, "You have a gift too. Starting tomorrow, I'll have my driver teach you how to drive. I guarantee you'll learn it before you go back."
"Really?" Shi Wei stood up with a jerk, breathing rapidly: "Is it true, uncle?"
The old lady smiled and said, "It's true. I've already told your uncle what your ideals are. Don't ask him whether what he says is true or not. Believe that he will never lie to you."
"That's great, that's great, thank you, uncle." Shi Weiqiang ran forward and hugged the old man.
Everyone in the room laughed, except Gong Housen, who was stunned: "..."
In his entire life, no one has ever dared to treat him like this!!!
But...it still feels quite warm.
Hahaha!
Then he laughed too: "You're welcome."
Seeing Shi Weimin rubbing his hands nervously, Tian Yuzhu kindly added fuel to the fire: "Brother, do you have something to say to our uncle?"
Shi Weimin stammered, "Uncle, do you want to learn how to drive, too?"
Gong Housen nodded: "Okay, then you two brothers should study hard."
Now everyone is happy and in a good mood.
The night sky outside the window is dotted with stars. Who is setting off fireworks, decorating this cold winter night?
Shi Weiqiang also took Chengcheng and Doudou to play with fireworks in the yard, making the yard more lively.
After decades of separation, Gong Housen finally had the New Year he had always dreamed of.
The three old men were chatting around the fire in the house, looking at the night view outside the window, with warmth flowing in their hearts.
Shi Zhentang whispered in Tian Yuzhu's ear: "Thank you, daughter-in-law!"
Tian Yuzhu raised the corner of her lips: "Thank me for what?"
"Thank you for making my life what it is now, for allowing me to have the warmth of family that I once couldn't imagine." He stretched out his long arms and wrapped them around her slender waist. "Thank you for coming here from that distant era to meet me."
…
The next day was New Year’s Day.
The whole family attended the temple fair and then went to the nearest temple to burn incense and worship Buddha.
Starting from the second year of junior high school, Shi Weiqiang and Shi Weimin went out every day to learn how to drive.
Uncle Tao had driven a military vehicle when he was in the army. Seeing the two young people so enthusiastic, he also felt itchy and joined them for two days.
As for Gong Housen and the old lady, accompanied by Shi Zhentang, they toured every corner of the county town.
In the end, Gong Housen came to a conclusion: "Yuzhu has a good eye for buying that old house. This girl is smarter and more far-sighted than you think."
It was a sunny day on the sixth day of the Lunar New Year, and Shi Zhentang decided to take everyone back to Shuochi Town to take a look.
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