Qingshi, Shanwu Village.
More than ten years ago, there was only a very narrow path leading to Hill House Village.
Even if it is a single car passing, it is very difficult.
Of course, there were no cars in Shanwu Village at that time.
Whenever it rains, the path turns into a mud puddle, making it impossible to walk on it.
More than ten years later, Shanwu Village has built two wide cement roads, and many people have already started driving cars.
Early this morning, in a small bungalow located in the middle of the village...
Lin Tao, Dai Weixue and Lin Xiaoyao divided the work, either cleaning the table, boiling water, pasting the word "longevity", or hanging lanterns... They were very busy.
Obviously, this is Lin Fan's rural hometown, where he lived until he was 12 years old.
Lin Xiaoyao said: "Dad, your word "Shou" is not correct. Move it to the left. That's right!"
Before long, the whole bungalow was plastered with longevity characters and hung with red lanterns, making it look very festive.
Lin Xiaoyao took out her mobile phone and took a few photos, with a smile on her face.
Clearly, she was very pleased with her 'masterpiece'.
"Xiao Fan said that he would be responsible for the ingredients and the chef. Why haven't you come back yet? Don't be too late." Dai Weixue said worriedly.
"Isn't it?" Lin Tao said.
Lin Xiaoyao said relaxedly: "Mom, Dad, don't worry. Since I said he is responsible, there must be no problem!"
"Boom!"
When the morning sun came through the gaps between the trees, there was a sound in the distance.
Then, a tall Mercedes-Benz G and a truck slowly drove over.
Lin Xiaoyao said happily: "Look, brother is back!"
Jiangbei City is not too far from Qingshi Shanwu Village.
However, Lin Fan needed to buy something.
In addition, accommodation for the chef must be arranged.
Therefore, I did not come to Qingshi Shanwu Village last night.
"Brother, what is that truck behind?" Lin Xiaoyao walked over and asked.
Lin Fan replied: "Ingredients for the birthday banquet."
At this time, the three chefs slowly brought down the various ingredients.
Lin Tao followed up to help and said: "We are cooking outside today..."
After all, according to the plan, there will be more than twenty banquets today.
If you're cooking in your home kitchen, it's too crowded.
"Tap!"
An old man with gray hair and a thin body, but his waist was always straight, walked out slowly.
When Lin Fan saw the old man, his heart trembled slightly and he shouted excitedly: "Grandpa!"
This old man is none other than Lin Fan’s grandfather, Lin Liqiang!
In Lin Fan's memory, his grandfather often wore a military green coat or white short-sleeved shirt.
Today, I put on a white shirt and looked radiant.
Lin Liqiang nodded towards Lin Fan and said, "Xiaofan, are you back?"
His voice was very rich, not full of kindness like ordinary old people.
However, Lin Fan knew that this was not because his grandfather did not love him.
It's because grandpa has always been a person who is cold on the outside and hot on the inside.
On the one hand, it is due to personality, on the other hand, it is the habit developed as a soldier when he was young.
Lin Fan said: "Yes, Grandpa, are you feeling well?"
"It's okay now." Lin Liqiang said.
At this time, a slightly hoarse voice came from the room.
"Is it Xiaofan who's back?"
Then, grandma Zhang Guidan, who had short hair and wore a plaid shirt, came out.
"Grandma!" Lin Fan shouted excitedly.
"Let me see how my Xiaofan is doing now." As Zhang Guidan spoke, he touched Lin Fan's head and squeezed his arm.
Then, he nodded happily and said, "Xiao Fan is stronger than before!"
Unlike grandpa, who is dignified and cold on the outside but hot on the inside, grandma is kind and warm on the outside and warm on the inside.
Lin Fan said: "Grandma, how is your health?"
"Your grandpa and I eat three meals a day, each with a big bowl of rice. We are in good health!" Zhang Guidan said with a happy smile.
Lin Fan was very happy after hearing this.
However, with a slight thought, he still spent 20 million to buy 2 bottles of medical water from the system.
"Grandpa and grandma, please try this." Lin Fan handed over the medical water and said.
Zhang Guidan asked: "What is this?"
"It's a small drink. I heard it has some health benefits." Lin Fan said.
"Really? Then I want to try it." Zhang Guidan smiled.
When Lin Liqiang heard this, he didn't ask any questions and just poured it into his mouth.
Lin Fan felt a little relieved when he saw his grandparents drinking it all.
He remembered that his grandparents all had arthritis and would feel very uncomfortable every winter.
Now, after drinking medical water, I believe this will not happen in the future.
Then, Lin Fan took out the Hotan jade chess set and said, "Grandpa, I wish you blessings like the East China Sea and longevity as long as the Southern Mountains!"
Lin Liqiang said: "Okay! Xiaofan, you are determined!"
Zhang Guidan then exclaimed: "What a beautiful chess set! Your grandfather has wanted to change to a chess set for a long time, and today, he got his wish!"
"The relatives haven't come yet, and there's nothing to do. Xiaofan, you can play with your grandpa with this new chess set."
Lin Liqiang pointed to the door and said, "Let's go, Xiaofan, let's play chess over there."
Lin Liqiang is not like ordinary old people, he likes to play mahjong.
When he has nothing to do, he likes to play chess.
But now, he got such a good chess set, and he immediately became interested.
Lin Fan naturally wouldn't shirk it and said, "Okay."
The two of them just arrived at the gate...
"Dong dong dong!"
At this time, the three chefs had arranged all the ingredients neatly, and then quickly washed, cut, and plated them.
The light of the sword is like a shadow, very fast.
Has Lin Xiaoyao ever seen someone cooking like this? It was as if he had seen a legendary swordsman master, and he was stunned.
Lin Liqiang couldn't help but look in the direction of the kitchen, nodded and said, "Good cooking skills!"
Then, he sat down and placed the chess pieces.
However, before the two started playing chess, there was a sound of footsteps outside the corridor.
"Tap!"
A group of people walked in.
They were holding gifts in their hands and smiling on their faces.
"Grandpa, I wish you good health!"
"Old man, I wish you a long life!"
… …
Among these people were Lin Fan's uncles and aunts, all of whom were relatives.
When relatives come, it is naturally difficult to continue playing chess.
So, Lin Liqiang stood up and said with a smile: "Okay, please, you guys came all the way here."
"Old man, you are too outspoken."
"Yes! We should come here!"
All the relatives answered one after another.
Lin Tao, Dai Weixue and Zhang Guidan, as hosts, hurriedly stepped forward to accept the gifts.
At the same time, he expressed concern: "Thank you for your hard work."
"Sit down and drink some water."
… …
According to the rules of Qingshi, firecrackers need to be set off when relatives arrive.
First, it is a sign of respect and welcome to relatives.
Secondly, it is a way to notify the folks in the village that a happy event is going to be held at home.
However, before Lin Tao lit the firecrackers, there was already a burst of crackling firecrackers in the west of the village.
After hearing this, Lin Tao couldn't help but stagnate.
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