The following day, the first day of the Lunar New Year, families began to visit each other in groups to exchange New Year's greetings.
When you meet a younger relative's child, you can't help but give them a small red envelope.
Some of the more enthusiastic parents, especially those from well-off families, will even give their children candy or peanuts.
Jiang Yue rarely got up early. After putting on the new clothes made by her daughter-in-law, she looked at herself in the mirror with a happy smile.
She mentioned it casually, but her daughter-in-law took it to heart and even made her a crossbody bag with embroidered patterns on it, which looked quite nice.
She prepared many of these little red envelopes.
Of course, there are differences based on how close or distant the relationship is; for ordinary people, there are only two copper coins in the amount.
Those who are close to you, such as Yin, Changjun, and Xiaoxue, will receive fifty copper coins.
My blood relatives, Da Niu and Da Shi, Xiao Shi and Xiao Niu, each with a hundred copper coins.
Da Shi's place was booked last night, so we won't be doing another one.
Each of my children received two hundred copper coins as a New Year's gift last night.
She planned to give each of her parents-in-law one tael of silver as a token of her respect, no more, no less, just a small token of her affection.
After washing up, Jiang Yue ate breakfast and told her daughter-in-law to leave the front door open.
Da Xue blushed and responded.
His walking posture was a bit strange, as if he wasn't feeling well.
With a rosy complexion, Qingshan returned carrying a bundle of firewood. Seeing his wife like this, he quickly told her to sit down while he went to open the door!
The heavy snow made her feel like she was sitting on pins and needles; she constantly felt her mother's eyes watching her from behind...
Jiang Yue may not have done that, but that doesn't mean she hasn't watched the DVDs.
Ahem, I get it instantly~
As a good mother-in-law, she should pretend not to hear and not ask any questions!
Happy New Year!
"Aunt Jiang, we've come to wish you a Happy New Year!"
Wishing Aunt Jiang a long and healthy life!
Hello, Grandma Jiang!
"May Grandma Jiang have great fortune!"
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Eighty percent of the children from Wujia Village were brought by their parents. They all rushed over to offer New Year's greetings, say auspicious words, receive red envelopes and candies, and then happily went to the next house.
Yin and Xiaoxue, after receiving the red envelope, did not rush to leave. Instead, they brought their own snacks to find Yaoyao to eat together.
“My father received a reward in town, and this box of hibiscus cakes was a reward from the owner. I asked for a box and gave it to Yao Yao to eat.”
"Our family is doing much better this year. My second brother is home too. Mom made a lot of peanut and candied beans. I filled a bowl with them. Yao Yao, you can have some~"
"My mom bought lots of delicious food too. Come to my room, let's eat together!"
"Sigh~"
Okay~
........
Children are at an innocent age, so it's fine to be close to them.
Jiang Yue not only didn't stop it, but also personally delivered a bag of candied White Rabbit milk candies...
After the commotion at home subsided, Jiang Yue, along with her daughter-in-law and eldest son, brought gifts and went to her daughter-in-law's parents' home to offer New Year's greetings.
The young couple were allowed to stay for lunch at their daughter-in-law's house. She still had to go to the old house to pay New Year's visits in person, so after giving a red envelope, she made an excuse and left.
Qingshan, this good son-in-law, has always kept his position in mind since marrying Daxue. He frequently fetches water, chops firewood, and stores firewood for Daxue's family, and often brings them meat...
"Brother-in-law, thank you for taking care of the family all this time. I am not very good at this, so I will offer you a toast with tea instead of wine."
Wu Changjun studied diligently at the academy and copied books in his spare time, so he could not go home often and had no way to take care of his family.
Since my eldest sister got married, the family has visibly changed.
Every time I go home, my grandparents, mother, and younger sister all praise my eldest sister's husband's family and her husband...
As a son, grandson, brother, and younger brother, he was incredibly grateful to his brother-in-law!
Qingshan picked up his cup, drank it all in one gulp, and said:
"Second brother, you flatter me. I am Daxue's husband and also the son-in-law of the family. This is what I should do. From now on, you can focus on your studies. I, your brother-in-law, will take care of the family."
"Alright, don't be so polite, we're all family. Let's support each other and things will get better!"
"Come on, everyone, eat some vegetables. Qingshan, have some chicken legs. Your grandma stewed them for hours, just for your grandson-in-law!"
"Haha, thank you, Grandma! Let me try it. Oh, it's delicious!"
"Hehehe, eat more if you like, there's still one left~"
Granny Li smiled, revealing her missing front tooth. She now adored her grandson-in-law!
Wu Damao's hands trembled as he served food to his grandson-in-law.
Last time he fell, if it weren't for his grandson-in-law's meticulous care and payment of his medical expenses, he might have lost his life.
Seeing how highly regarded her husband was by her family, Da Xue felt very happy.
After the meal, her mother pulled her into the house to whisper to her.
"You and your fiancé are married?"
"Hmm~"
"Oh, good! Once the snow melts and the roads are easier to travel, Mom will go to town to buy fabric for your baby and make some little clothes."
"Mom~ It's still early, it won't be that fast."
"Don't be shy, listen to your mother. When you do 'that' at night, put a pillow or something down there, and it'll be guaranteed!"
"Mother~"
Da Xue blushed, covered her face, and turned away shyly, too embarrassed to talk to her mother anymore.
........
Old house —
In the latter half of the afternoon.
When Jiang Yue arrived with her sons and daughters, she received a warm welcome.
Especially Madam Zhou, who is now extremely affectionate towards her third brother's wife.
She heard it from her husband; thanks to her third sister-in-law's advice and the powder that made people feel weak, otherwise, she and her father wouldn't have been able to return with such ease after their revenge...
"Sister-in-law, what delicious stew are you making? I can smell the aroma from outside."
Seeing her sister-in-law's expression relax, Jiang Yue was happy for her too.
Upon seeing the completely renovated stove, Da Niu's face lit up with joy.
"Third Aunt~"
When Da Niu saw her third aunt, she smiled broadly, clearly very happy about her arrival.
"Come, come, here's your New Year's money! Your third aunt wishes you a smooth and peaceful life ahead!"
Jiang Yue took out a prepared red envelope from her bag and stuffed it into her hand without giving her a chance to refuse.
The eldest daughter glanced at her mother, who nodded. Only then did she shyly accept the gift and thank her.
"Thank you so much, Third Aunt!"
"Third son's wife, come over and have some peanut candy!"
Outside, one could hear the mother-in-law calling.
Jiang Yue shrugged and couldn't help but chuckle, saying:
"Listen, Mom's calling me again. I'm going to eat some candy now."
"Go ahead, I'll stay here. Dinner will be ready soon, so eat less sugar."
Da Zhou was not jealous at all; on the contrary, she was extremely grateful to her third sister-in-law.
After her third aunt left, Da Niu handed the red envelope to her mother and said:
"Mother, here's the money for you. I'm just a useless daughter, eating for free at home. I'm really sorry."
"What are you talking about? Your grandparents say you're a hero to the whole family, so you are a hero. Nobody in the family dislikes you. Don't get the wrong idea."
"Mother~"
“This money was given to you by your third aunt. Just take it and keep it safe. You’ll need money for many things in the future, so save it.”
Okay~
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