Siheyuan: Buyers get rich from hunting

The sun had not yet risen completely, and the sky was still a hazy gray-blue, but this did not affect the enthusiasm of Liu Ping'an's family. They got up early and began to prepare for the New Year. Liu Ping'an held a roll of bright red Spring Festival couplets in his hand, and the red color was as warm and cheerful as a flame. Behind him followed three energetic children - Lele, Xiaoqiang and Xiaotao, their eyes sparkling with curiosity and excitement.

"Come, Lele, come and help Dad paste this couplet." Liu Pingan said to his daughter with a smile. Lele nodded obediently and ran forward. She carefully took the couplet, her eyes full of expectation. While Liu Pingan unfolded the couplet, he patiently explained to the children: "Remember, the upper couplet should be pasted on the right, the lower couplet on the left, and the horizontal scroll in the middle. Don't make a mistake."

Following Liu Ping'an's instructions, Lele pasted the first couplet on the right side of the gate. Although her movements were a little clumsy, she was very serious. Then, Liu Ping'an handed her the second couplet, and Lele carefully pasted it on the left side. Finally, Liu Ping'an placed the horizontal scroll in the center, and the whole couplet suddenly became complete and vivid.

"The spring breeze brings warmth to Tusu, and the sun shines brightly in every door and window." Liu Ping'an softly recited the verses on the couplet, with a hint of emotion in his voice. Lele opened his eyes wide and listened carefully to his father's words, as if he wanted to remember every word deeply in his heart. Xiaoqiang and Xiaotao were not to be outdone. They rushed to help, and although they occasionally accidentally rubbed the paste on their faces, causing everyone to laugh, their enthusiasm did not diminish at all.

The sun gradually spread over the earth, and the spring couplets fluttered gently in the breeze, as if telling the joy and hope of the new year. Liu Ping'an looked at the busy figures of the children, and a warm current surged in his heart. These small moments made him feel the warmth and happiness of the family. The new year is coming, and he looks forward to the future days, when his family can always be happy and healthy, and spend more good times together.

In the backyard, the sun is shining, the air is fresh, and the atmosphere is unique to the countryside. Grandpa and grandma are busy feeding the chickens, their faces are filled with happy smiles. Grandma holds a large winnowing basket filled with golden grains. She carefully sprinkles the grains evenly on the ground, and calls out to the clucking chickens in a gentle voice: "Eat more, grow fat, and I will make delicious food for you during the New Year." The chickens seem to understand what grandma said, and they gather around, pecking at the grains happily, and clucking with satisfaction from time to time.

Grandpa was repairing the chicken coop nearby. He held a heavy hammer in his hand, his eyes focused and loving, as if the hammer in his hand was not a tool but a precious work of art. He carefully hammered the wooden boards to make them fit together again, creating a comfortable and warm home for the chickens.

In the yard, the eldest uncle and the third uncle were also working hard. The eldest uncle waved a big broom and vigorously swept every corner of the yard. Every time he swept a place, dust rose like smoke, but he didn't care. He continued to wave the broom and laughed heartily: "Look at this yard, after cleaning it, people are much more refreshed." The third uncle took a pair of sharp scissors and carefully trimmed the branches and leaves of the trees. After each cut, he would stop and observe carefully to ensure that each cut was just right, so that the trees would be rejuvenated with new vitality and vigor.

This backyard is full of laughter and life, making people feel the warmth of family and the strong affection of relatives. Everyone silently contributes in their respective positions and jointly creates a beautiful and harmonious home.

In the kitchen, the eldest aunt and the third aunt Zhang Guifang were busy, one cooking and the other kneading dough, working in perfect harmony. The eldest aunt held a large spatula in her hand and quickly stir-fried the food in the pot, which emitted bursts of fragrance. While frying, she said to the third aunt beside her: "This dish must be stir-fried quickly over high heat to lock in the freshness." As she spoke, the eldest aunt added some seasonings to the pot, and immediately, a strong fragrance filled the air.

Aunt San was kneading the dough at the side. Her technique was very skillful, and she kept kneading the dough with her hands. The dough seemed to be given life in her hands. After a while, the originally hard dough became soft and elastic. Then, Aunt San put the dough on the chopping board and started rolling it. The dough she rolled out was evenly thick, and then she skillfully cut the dough into long and thin noodles.

The kitchen was filled with tempting aromas that made people salivate. Auntie and Auntie No. 3 had satisfied smiles on their faces, as the fruits of their hard work were about to become a hearty breakfast for the whole family.

At this time, the whole Liu Family Courtyard was filled with a warm and busy atmosphere. Children were playing in the yard, their laughter echoing in the air; men were busy pasting Spring Festival couplets and hanging lanterns outside, creating a festive and peaceful scene. Everyone was immersed in the joy and anticipation of the New Year, welcoming this hopeful Spring Festival in their own way.

Everyone sat around the table, the steaming noodles exuded an alluring aroma, as if waving to everyone, making them salivate. Liu Pingan couldn't wait to pick up a bowl of noodles and eat it with a satisfied smile on his face. While chewing the food in his mouth, he mumbled in admiration: "Oh, these noodles are so delicious, Aunt San's cooking skills are getting better and better!"

Zhang Guifang sat aside, holding chopsticks in her hand, carefully picked up a chopstick of noodles, gently put it into her mouth, and savored the taste. She nodded in agreement while eating: "Yes, this noodle is chewy and elastic, and tastes great. It's really delicious. But, what are our plans for today?"

At this time, grandpa put down the dishes in his hands, picked up a handkerchief to wipe the corners of his mouth, then said with a smile: "I am going to Beihai Park to fish with your eldest brother, Jianjun and Xiao Sanzi. I heard that there are a lot of fish there, so we must catch a few good fish today!" After saying that, a glimmer of excitement flashed in his eyes.

Grandma interrupted and said, "You men only know how to fish. Shuran and I are going to go to Dong'an Market to buy some New Year's goods and new clothes. Lele, Xiaotao, Xiaoqiang, how about you come with grandma?"

Hearing this, the children all smiled, especially Lele. When she heard that they were going shopping, her eyes lit up immediately and she clapped her hands excitedly, saying, "Great, great! I'm going to buy new clothes and eat candied haws!"

Xiao Tao and Xiao Qiang also echoed each other. They looked at their grandmother with anticipation, as if they couldn't wait to set off.

At the same time, Qin Jingru and Xiaoyan and Xiaoxia also finished their noodles. Qin Jingru stood up and said to everyone, "We are going to Director Huang's house to pay New Year's greetings today. Director Huang is our boss and the wife of Director Li, so we have to prepare well."

Xiaoyan and Xiaoxia also stood up, with a hint of nervousness and uneasiness on their faces. After all, this was an important visit, and they needed to leave a good impression on Director Huang.

Xiaoyan and Xiaoxia also nodded, and they began to clean up the dishes and prepare to leave. Liu Pingan looked at their busy figures, and a warm feeling surged in his heart. He thought for a moment, and then said: "I have to go to the factory today, and I have some things to deal with. It's great that everyone has their own arrangements."