Good farming at the foot of Changbai Mountain

Chapter 143 Clothes
It is said that after Laba is the New Year, once Laba is over, the whole town is filled with the taste of Chinese New Year.Because there are still preparations for the old man's birthday in the next year, the two Zhixin brothers are even busier.

Zhixin went back to the mountain, asked Mrs. Li and the others to kill some chickens raised on the mountain, and also killed some big geese for the old man's birthday banquet.It is not easy to kill with a knife in the first month, so it can only be prepared before the year.Of course, it is also necessary to leave some for these two families, so that they can eat delicious food during the New Year.There are still six pigs left in the family, one for the two families, Zhixin brought two back to the town, and the rest are breeding pigs and sows.

Zhixin left 20 taels of silver to each of the two families as expenses for the New Year.Anyway, there are a lot of them on the mountain in Datou, so let them go down the mountain to buy the remaining bits and pieces.

Zhixin brought Jingxian back to the town this time, even if she wanted to avoid trouble, she didn't have to be so desperate, Jingxian was still young after all.At the same time, the four of Honglian were also brought back to the town. There is no girl to serve them at home now. During the Chinese New Year, there will be guests coming and going, so it's not easy to let Mrs. Xue and the others serve tea, isn't it?

Now, a total of three ox carts were fully loaded, and Guoxing and Ankang drove the ox carts to the town.Just in time to buy some new year goods and go back to the mountain.

The next day, the Zhixin brothers and their neighbors killed the pig.Originally, they could have been slaughtered on the mountain and brought back, but the old man missed the excitement of slaughtering pigs, so he ordered Zhixin to slaughter pigs in the town early in the morning.Now, there are several big pots in the yard, some with meat in them, and some with sauerkraut stewed, and the smell is wafting all over the yard.

Wenxuan and Wenchang stopped going to school since the tenth day of the twelfth lunar month. With Wenxing, Jingxian and Jinghe, the courtyard was filled with laughter, adding to the joy and excitement.

"Uncle Xu, you are so lucky. Look at the four sons, each of whom is capable. These grandsons are all strong enough, and I heard that they are all good at school. How wonderful. Life, isn't it just a matter of personal pride, This person is very prosperous, and I feel happy just looking at it." After killing the pig, the old man chatted with his neighbors, one of them said.

"Isn't it? Look, brother Zhixiang is now an official outside, and the eldest son of brother Zhixin's family is already a scholar. In two years, he will not be able to come back from the exam? When the time comes, marry back A daughter-in-law who gave birth to a big fat boy, oh, this house is really lively." Another younger man also said.

Hearing these words, the old man couldn't help but smile from ear to ear. Doesn't the old man of his age just like the festive spirit of Sun Mantang here?Now that the life at home is getting better and better, and the children and grandchildren are quite promising, the old man feels that this life is worth living. "What is the reason we live at home? Isn't it just for personal gain? At my age, I really have nothing else to look forward to. It would be great if I could have a great-grandson in my arms."

"Uncle, let me tell you, you really shouldn't be anxious about this matter. Look at Wenhan, he is a scholar now, and maybe he will be a scholar or Jinshi in two years. By that time, all kinds of girls will be good. Is it your choice? If the marriage is settled now, it will be a big family in our town at most, that would be a pity." The person who spoke first said so.

The old man shook his head, "These things depend on fate. If Wen Han likes it, what if he is a farmer's daughter? Our Xu family is also mud-legged. We really can't catch up with those big families. The old saying Didn’t you say it? Marry a girl with your head up, and marry a wife with your head down. Of course, marrying a daughter means marrying at a higher level. To marry a daughter-in-law, it’s better to marry someone who is about the same. The threshold is too high, we can’t afford it.” The old man He took a puff of cigarette and continued, "I don't want to get involved with the children and grandchildren's affairs. As long as they take a good look at it, I'm happy with it."

Mrs. Chen happened to come over, "Okay, the meat and vegetables are ready, let's eat together, it's lively."

So everyone put aside the topic just now, and went to eat pig-killing dishes.

On the eighteenth day of the twelfth lunar month, Wenhan and Zixuan came back from the county. Of course, the young couple Pengcheng and Jingya also came back together.Of course, they had to go back to Yue's house first, and then returned to Xu's house in a few days.

The old man left Zixuan to have a meal at home before leaving. Although Zixuan was thinking about Jinghan, it was getting late.Zixuan was afraid that his family would miss him, so he rejected the old man's kindness.The old man had no choice but to ask Honglian to call Jinghan, and the two met and had a few words.

When Jinghan heard that it was Zixuan who came, she was also very happy, and quickly took out a suit of clothes that she had made for Zixuan recently, and then walked forward.When I didn't talk about it before, I didn't think it was a problem, but now that I have talked about the marriage, Jinghan is thinking about Zixuan.So when I was free at home, I made clothes for Zixuan. It turned out that the feeling of making clothes for my sweetheart was indeed different. No wonder there were so many girls who were willing to do needlework for my sweetheart.

Coming to the front, entering the room happened to see Zixuan sitting next to the old man, Jinghan blushed uncontrollably, "When did you come back?" Her voice was not as loud as before.

Seeing Jinghan's shy and timid look, Zixuan's mind was shaken.In the past, Jing Han was always straightforward, but she didn't expect to be shy now.Zixuan stared directly at the rare amorous feelings.It took me a long time to think of it and answer, "Not long after I arrived here, Grandpa left me here for dinner just now, but it's getting late, so I have to go home quickly." Zixuan explained.

Jing Han nodded, this is understandable, as a child, filial piety is the most important thing.When Zixuan came back, of course he had to hurry home to see his parents. "It's okay, come to the town when you have time, anyway, it's almost the Chinese New Year, why don't you help the family with the New Year's goods?"

"Hey, that's right, I'll come back in a few days."

Jinghan remembered that she was still holding things in her hand, and quickly handed the bundle in her hand to Zixuan, "I have nothing to do to make clothes for you. You know my sewing, so just wear it." Jinghan Her personality was like this, after the momentary shyness passed, she returned to her original temperament.

Zixuan sighed in his heart, although Jinghan's shy appearance was very touching, but he still liked such Jinghan.This is the Jinghan he is thinking about, if Jinghan remains like that just now, he really can't accept it.

"Didn't I tell you to do less sewing? It's already dark in winter, so be careful of your eyes." Zixuan was very moved as he held the bundle. It was rare that Jinghan had the heart to make clothes for herself.

Jinghan smiled, feeling very ironic about Zixuan's words. "My craft is not very good, if I don't practice, in the future," Jinghan suddenly stopped talking.

But Zixuan understood it, it turned out that this little girl was planning for the future.A very satisfying feeling lingers in my heart. If you marry a wife like this, what more can a husband ask for?Zixuan was glad that he made the move earlier, otherwise, he would really regret it.

"I will take good care of this dress." Zixuan said softly.

"No need, I'm free, so I'll do it for you. I'll make you a pair of shoes after two days. I think your feet are similar to your elder brother's."

"If you have time, do it slowly, and be careful with your hands. The soles of your shoes are too thick, and I'm worried that you'll be too tired." Zixuan was filled with infinite satisfaction, but he didn't forget to tell Jinghan a few words.

"I work all year round, my hands are strong, it's fine." Jing Han smiled.

It was indeed getting late, Zixuan didn't want to leave, but his parents were still waiting.So he turned around and said goodbye to the old man, and went out.

Wenhan and Jinghan sent Zixuan out of the gate, Zixuan waved to Jinghan, "Go back, it's too cold outside, be careful of catching cold." Then he left.

The two brothers and sisters turned around and entered the courtyard until they could no longer see Zixuan's shadow. "Little sister, you are partial. Instead of making clothes for elder brother, you have to make clothes and shoes for Zixuan. No, I don't care, I want your clothes too." Wen Han joked.

Jinghan took a look at Wenhan and smiled badly, "Brother, do you think the clothes I made can be worn? Zixuan just can't bear to refuse me, you really dare to wear my clothes?" Hmph, if you really If you dare, see how I make it for you.

When Wen Han saw Jing Han's expression, he knew that this ghost girl was thinking of bad ideas again. "Forget it, forget it, I scare you. You'd better do it for Zixuan, I'm not afraid of anything else, I'm afraid you will harm the good cloth." This Jinghan, if the time comes to get some weird clothes, I really dare not wear it myself.

"Hmph, you're smart." Jing Han turned her head and ran away with a smile.

Wen Han reluctantly went back to the old man and chatted with the old man.He has been out for a long time, so he must tell the old man about the situation outside when he returns home, right?The old man of the province is worried.

"Grandpa, I'm doing pretty well in the county school. Peng Cheng has also gone back to study, and the three of us often get together. Sometimes Jingya cooks delicious food, and let us all go over for dinner. The gentleman in the county school, Treat us well." Wen Han sat beside the old man, talking about some trivial matters.

"Wenhan, you are also nineteen this year, looking at twenty, do you have any girls you fancy? If so, let's settle it quickly. Look at Jingya and Jinghan, they are both younger than you , It's all settled." The old man was also a little anxious in his heart, and couldn't help but ask the eldest grandson.

"Grandpa, one of my wives has a daughter, and that day the wives asked the three of us to come to his home." Wen Han's expression was a little uncomfortable.

"You have taken a fancy to his daughter? Isn't that right? How did you see it?" The old man was a little curious. Ordinary families would not let their daughters see foreign men.

"I didn't see it at the beginning. The master asked me if Zixuan and I were engaged, and Zixuan said he was engaged. Later, the master mentioned to me that there was a daughter at home, who was seventeen this year. Wait until we When it was time to leave, the girl came out to see off the guests." Wen Han described the situation at that time.

(End of this chapter)