dognovel Chapter 114: Villagers begin preparing for winter
Chapter 114: Villagers begin preparing for winter
"Please don't embarrass me, Madam Su's cooking skills are highly praised even by the county magistrate and the prefect." The old woman standing by and serving her said humbly.
"Auntie, you are too kind. I don't deserve such praise. These dishes look exquisite and delicious. I think your cooking skills are extraordinary." Su Panpan smiled as she looked at the table full of delicious dishes.
"Mrs. Zhou, you don't have to underestimate yourself. Your cooking skills are excellent. Please sit down and eat!" Gao Qinqin saved Mrs. Zhou's face.
"Hey." When Mrs. Zhou heard Gao Qinqin say this, she felt very happy and smiled.
Shen Ru exclaimed in admiration: "Brother Zhou, sister-in-law, this dish is so rich."
Erniu couldn't wait to pick up his chopsticks and prepare to feast on the food.
"This angelica and codonopsis pilosula mutton soup is delicious, nourishing and health-promoting. It's really great. And this chestnut-braised spareribs, the chestnuts are sweet and the spareribs are tasty, it's a must-try. The braised pig's trotters are also soft and tasty, so satisfying." Su Panpan drank a sip of the mutton soup and tasted a few bites of the dishes.
Shen Ru also praised: "This crab meat lion's head has a soft and glutinous texture and is extremely delicious. The mapo tofu is even more spicy and very appetizing. And the stir-fried bean sprouts are refreshing and just the right amount of flavor."
When Su Panpan heard Shen Ru mention lion head, she hadn't eaten it for a long time, so she picked up a crab meat lion head. The meat melted in her mouth when she bit it, and the hot soup overflowed. Her mouth was so hot that she couldn't help but breathe in and out. Her mouth was full of crab roe and crab meat. The soup was original and delicious.
"Wow, Mrs. Zhou, your cooking skills are amazing. I'll definitely need your advice in the future."
"I don't deserve it, I don't deserve it." Seeing the guests enjoying the food so much, Mrs. Zhou felt very happy in her heart and felt that her value was recognized.
What Mrs. Zhou is most proud of is her craft, which she uses to support her whole family.
She was a pitiful person. After marrying her husband, she gave birth to a big fat boy and two daughters. They lived a happy life. But one time, her husband accidentally fell while renovating the house and was paralyzed in bed all day. From then on, the burden of supporting the family fell on Mrs. Zhou.
"This crispy fish fillet is so delicious, crispy on the outside and tender on the inside." Erniu took two bites of the fish fillet.
During the meal, Su Panpan suddenly remembered and asked, "Where is the child?"
Gao Qinqin replied, "She's in school. This kid loves to study, and she's very serious when she's in school."
"That's great. The teachers in the school must be very knowledgeable to be able to guide such a studious child." Su Panpan nodded.
Zhou Youliang continued, "Yes, that teacher is indeed talented and has strict standards for the children. We are relieved that the children can study well in the school."
Su Panpan asked again, "I wonder what this school teaches?"
"Poetry, prose, etiquette, morality, and some mathematics. We don't understand much either, but we just hope that our children can learn more and have a good future." Gao Qinqin put down the bowl in her hand and responded.
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Everyone sat together, enjoying the delicious dishes and chatting, and the atmosphere was very harmonious.
After the meal, Su Panpan and her friends said goodbye to Zhou Youliang's family and happily set off on their journey home.
Time passes quickly like running water.
The forest where the hawthorn tree is located has changed its appearance.
The originally lush green of the mountains was gradually dyed with colorful colors, with golden, orange, red and deep purple intertwined together.
The fallen leaves fluttered down like butterflies, covering the ground.
Su Panpan, Shen Ru, and Erniu still delivered goods to the Wang Mansion and Madam Chen's Mansion every day, and still sold candied haws on the streets. The days repeated themselves day after day.
Gradually, all the hawthorns in the valley were picked.
Su Panpan has already explained the reasons in detail to the Chen Mansion and the Wang Mansion, and will not sell hawthorn-related products for the time being. If there are any new foods in the future, they will be sent to their mansions for tasting.
After working hard for a long time, Su Panpan's wallet became fatter.
Shen Ru and Erniu also made a lot of money.
The days of several families are becoming more and more hopeful.
The children have become a lot rounder.
As the seasons change, the hawthorn tree has passed its fruiting season.
The hawthorn tree used to be full of fruits, but now only a few are left, swaying slightly in the autumn wind.
Su Panpan, who has some free time, can finally take a break.
She occasionally thinks of herself as a corporate slave.
But when I think about it, it’s pretty good now. I’m a little tired physically, but there are no damn KPIs and I don’t have to punch in and out every day.
There are beautiful scenery everywhere, the traffic is slow, and it’s also nice to be in a world where you only love one person.
Although there are characters like Zhao Cuihua, they are just individual cases and do not affect the overall situation.
The only regret is that she has no real friends here.
She sometimes feels lonely and doesn't know who to talk to about some of her feelings.
Huaxi Village in late autumn is filled with a light mist.
The stream beside the village flows slowly, the water is crystal clear, reflecting the blue sky and white clouds and the autumn colors on both sides.
The fields were silent, with only the occasional flying bird breaking the tranquility.
The houses in the village are arranged in an orderly manner, with smoke rising from the chimneys.
The sun is warm and peaceful, and the air is filled with the fragrance of osmanthus.
Su Panpan strolled leisurely in the village, the fallen leaves rustling under her feet.
When I walked to the yard of Old Li's house, I saw Aunt Li and several other women busy pickling vegetables around a large vat. The rich aroma filled the air.
In the yard of Old Wang's house next door, Mrs. Wang was hanging various dried goods and vegetables on the rack one by one.
There are several old trees in the yard with their branches stretched out. The leaves have turned golden, and occasionally a few fall.
A few slightly old but cleaned quilts were drying on the rack next to the tree.
Not far away, several men from the Zhao family were neatly moving grains into the warehouse, while the women were drying red peppers and yellow corns on sieves.
There were a few women gathered nearby, sewing clothes and quilts while chatting about gossip, and occasionally looking up and laughing happily.
Going further, several daughters-in-law in Wang Ma's yard were sewing cotton clothes and cotton shoes for their families to protect them from the coming severe cold.
At the Liu family's house not far away, Big Brother Liu was taking a few young men to carefully check the damaged parts of the house and make careful repairs to prepare for shelter from the wind and rain in winter.
The Zhao family was also using straw and mud to reinforce their house, blocking the gaps and preventing cold wind from entering.
Turning the corner, we arrived at the Sun family's house.
Grandpa Sun sat in the yard, basking in the sun, weaving a basket with great concentration. The bamboo strips moved flexibly in his calloused hands. After a while, an exquisite basket took shape.
The daughter-in-law of the Li family across the street sat with the other women, learning embroidery and chatting about family gossip, with bursts of laughter coming from time to time.
When everyone saw Su Panpan, they greeted her enthusiastically.
"Panpan, come home and sit for a while!" Aunt Li raised her hand with a smile.
"Panpan, the weather is so nice today!" Mrs. Wang's face was full of bright smiles.
"Hey." Su Panpan responded to everyone with a smile.