Siheyuan: Buyers get rich from hunting

In the early morning, the sky was just turning pale, and a light blue-gray color was gradually stained with gold by the rising sun. Liu Ping'an had already gotten up before the cockcrowed. Years of habit made him have a special feeling for the tranquility of the early morning. After a simple wash, he put on the old and sturdy hunting suit, carried the hunting rifle that had accompanied him through countless storms, and hung a sharp dagger on his waist, which was his right-hand man when dealing with prey. Everything was ready, and he set out on the road to the mountains and forests, with firm steps and full of expectation.

The air was filled with the fresh scent of dew, as if nature was also baptizing this new day. Occasionally, a few birds chirped, crisp and melodious, breaking the tranquility of dawn and adding a bit of vitality to the silent forest. Liu Ping'an took a deep breath of the fresh air and felt refreshed.

The mountain road was rugged, but Liu Ping'an's steps were steady and powerful, and every step was made with his heart. Years of hunting experience made him familiar with this forest. He knew where it was easiest to encounter prey, and how to avoid traps and dangers. He shuttled through the dense forest, sometimes climbing steep slopes, and sometimes crossing narrow valleys. Every step seemed so natural, as if he had merged with the forest.

The sunlight gradually penetrated the treetops and shone on the ground in patches, adding a bit of vitality to the quiet forest. Liu Ping'an walked and observed, looking for traces of wild boars. His eyes were as sharp as an eagle, not missing any details. He knew that wild boars like to move around near water sources, so he deliberately chose a path close to streams and creeks. After walking for a while, he really found some soil and scattered leaves that had been dug up by wild boars. He was delighted, knowing that he was not far from his target.

He slowed down his pace and became more cautious, stopping every few steps to listen carefully to the sounds around him. The sounds in the forest were complex and varied, but he could distinguish the unique snoring of wild boars. Suddenly, a low snoring sound came from the bushes not far away. Liu Ping'an immediately became alert and slowly approached, while tightening his grip on the hunting rifle. His heartbeat began to speed up, but years of experience told him that he must stay calm.

Through the dense leaves, he vaguely saw a huge wild boar drinking water by the stream. It was even bigger than the one he shot yesterday. The wild boar's fur shone glossily in the sun, looking majestic. Liu Ping'an took a deep breath, calmed his mind, slowly raised his hunting rifle, and aimed at the wild boar. However, at this moment, the wild boar seemed to notice something, and suddenly raised its head, staring around with its small eyes.

Liu Pingan knew that he could not hesitate at this moment, otherwise he would miss the opportunity. He pulled the trigger decisively, and with a crisp gunshot, the wild boar fell to the ground, stirring up a cloud of dust. Liu Pingan quickly stepped forward, and after confirming that the wild boar was dead, he began to deal with the prey. He first cut open the wild boar's belly with a dagger, took out the internal organs, and then carefully divided the meat into pieces, tied them up with ropes, and prepared to take them home. Throughout the whole process, Liu Pingan seemed extremely calm and focused, which was a quality he cultivated in his many years of hunting career.

When Liu Ping'an walked out of the forest carrying a heavy load of prey, the sun was already high in the sky. He returned with a full load, and his heart was full of joy and pride. The wild boar was a big one that he had rarely seen in his many years of hunting. It was not only big in size, but also delicious in meat, enough for the whole village to enjoy a sumptuous dinner. He imagined that the whole village would sit together in the evening, sharing the delicious wild boar meat, with constant laughter and joy. The satisfaction and happiness made him feel that all the hard work was worth it.

After returning to the village, Liu Ping'an did not go home directly. Instead, he stood under the old locust tree, raised his arms high, and shouted loudly. His voice penetrated the quiet village, as loud as a horn, awakening the lazy afternoon sunlight and the dormant enthusiasm of the villagers. "Fellow villagers, come and help! I was lucky enough to kill a big wild boar today. Tonight, all of us in the village will have a wild boar feast to celebrate this rare harvest!" His voice was full of joy and pride, as if this was not only a successful hunt, but also a gift to the whole village.

As soon as the words fell, the men, women, and children in the village seemed to be pulled by an invisible force and responded one after another. Some of them held ropes, some carried baskets, and some carried wooden poles, and they happily rushed to Liu Ping'an. Everyone's face was filled with anticipation and excitement, and their steps were brisk, as if this was not just an invitation to a delicious meal, but also an opportunity to deepen the friendship between neighbors and share happy times. The children cheered even more, because they knew that whenever there was such a gathering, it meant endless laughter and delicious food waiting for them.

Liu Ping'an's cry, like a spring breeze, blew across the entire village and into the hearts of every family, awakening people's love for life and their longing for the future.

The first to come out were Liu Ping'an's grandparents. They were old but energetic, with their eyes shining with pride and love for their grandson. "Ping'an, you are really the pride of our family! How many people envy this wild boar!" Grandpa patted Liu Ping'an's shoulder, smiling from ear to ear, and the wrinkles on his face were smoothed out. Grandma looked at him lovingly, holding freshly picked vegetables in her hands, ready to add color to the wild boar feast in the evening, her eyes full of tenderness and satisfaction.

Soon after, the eldest uncle, aunt, parents, and third uncle and aunt also came after hearing the news. The eldest uncle patted Liu Ping'an on the back and praised loudly: "Good boy, you have the style of your father in the past! We must have a few drinks tonight!" His voice was full of heroism and satisfaction. The aunt took the prey with a smile and helped to share the weight, and kept muttering: "This wild boar is really big, we have to prepare it quickly so that everyone can taste it." Her face was filled with a happy and satisfied smile.

Seeing their son return with a full load, the parents were filled with relief and pride. The father patted Liu Ping'an on the shoulder and said earnestly, "Ping'an, you have grown up and can stand on your own. Tonight, our whole family is proud of your courage and ability!" His voice was full of expectations and affirmation for his son. The mother wiped her tears, moved and distressed, because she knew how much effort and sweat her son had put in for the family.

Uncle San and Aunt San also came over with smiles on their faces. Uncle San joked, "Ping An, your skills are getting better and better! You will be the hunting king of our village in the future!" His words were full of praise and encouragement for Liu Ping An. Aunt San held Liu Ping An's hand and said kindly, "You look tired. Go home and have a rest. We will prepare dinner for you." Her eyes were full of care and love.

Qin Jingru, the daughter-in-law, also came with her younger sisters Xiaoxia and Xiaoyan and her younger brothers Xiaotao and Xiaoqiang to help. Qin Jingru looked at her husband with tenderness and admiration in her eyes. She whispered, "Ping An, you are awesome! Tonight our whole family should celebrate." Her voice was full of praise and support for her husband. Xiaoxia and Xiaoyan circled the wild boar several times, excitedly discussing how lively the wild boar banquet would be in the evening, with curiosity and anticipation flashing in their eyes. Xiaotao and Xiaoqiang helped to move things. Although they were still young, they were very capable at work. Their faces were filled with the joy of labor and a sense of accomplishment.

Led by Liu Ping'an, the villagers worked together to carry the wild boar to the open space in the village. Then, a lively preparation began. The men were responsible for cleaning the wild boar and cutting the meat. They were skilled and quick, as if they were in a silent competition. The women were busy washing and cutting vegetables and preparing various seasonings. Their superb craftsmanship turned simple ingredients into delicious dishes. The children were not to be outdone. They circled around the adults, helped pass tools, or picked up firewood. Their faces were filled with the joy of labor and their vision for the future. The whole village was filled with a busy and joyful atmosphere, as if everyone was infected by this joy and happiness.

As the sun sets and smoke rises, preparations for the wild boar feast are nearing completion.

The villagers began to turn the processed wild boar meat into a series of mouth-watering delicacies. First, the fat and lean wild boar meat was carefully selected, marinated with special spices, and then slowly stewed in a large pot until the meat was tender and fragrant. This is the first dish - fragrant stewed wild boar meat, with rich soup and tender meat, which is unforgettable.

Next, the wild boar's leg meat was cut into thin slices, skewered with bamboo sticks, and slowly roasted over the fire. The skin was roasted golden and crispy, and the meat inside was tender and juicy. It was sprinkled with some homemade chili powder and cumin. This was the second dish - roasted wild boar leg. It was spicy and delicious, and was a favorite of children.

The wild boar belly is cut into large pieces and stewed with fresh potatoes, carrots and other vegetables to make a wild boar stew with good color, aroma and taste. This is the third dish. The fragrance of the vegetables and the deliciousness of the wild boar meat are perfectly blended, which greatly increases your appetite.

In addition, there are wild boar meatballs, dumplings stuffed with wild boar, wild boar fried with wild vegetables, wild boar stewed with tofu, wild boar soup, etc. Each dish embodies the hard work and wisdom of the villagers, and also demonstrates their extreme use of ingredients and superb cooking skills.

The most eye-catching dish is the wild boar head. The wild boar head is carefully processed to remove impurities and fishy smells, leaving only the most delicious part, and then stewed in a large pot with various spices until the meat is tender and fragrant. When this dish is served, the whole village seems to be enveloped by the aroma, making people want to taste it immediately.

Finally, the villagers used the wild boar bones to make a rich bone soup, which is a great choice for cooking noodles or soaking rice. This bone soup is not only delicious, but also contains the essence of wild boar and the hard work of the villagers.

The villagers began to turn the processed wild boar meat into mouth-watering delicacies, and the air of the whole village was filled with tempting aroma.

"Hey, Lao Li, your spices are really flavorful. The pickled meat makes people drool just by looking at it!" A villager said as he sniffed the piece of wild boar meat that was tightly wrapped in spices.

"Of course! This is my family's secret recipe passed down from generation to generation. I guarantee that the meat will be so fragrant that not even a bone will be left!" Old Li smiled proudly, stirring the big pot continuously with the spatula in his hand. The pieces of meat in the pot rolled with his movements, giving off bursts of tempting aroma.

"Come on, come on, everyone, come and try this delicious stewed wild boar meat and see how it tastes?" Following Lao Li's call, several villagers gathered around and picked up a piece of meat with chopsticks and put it into their mouths.

"Hmm, so delicious! The meat is tender and the soup is rich. It's so delicious!" A villager praised the dish while eating.

Then, the wild boar leg meat was cut into thin slices and skewered with bamboo sticks. "Xiao Liu, your barbecue skills are getting better and better!" A villager said enviously as he looked at the roasted wild boar leg in Xiao Liu's hand.

"Haha, I learned this from an old hunter in the village. He said the key to barbecue is to control the heat well, so that you can get the effect of crispy on the outside and tender on the inside." Xiao Liu responded with a smile, turning the barbecue in his hand over the fire, and the golden skin gradually showed an attractive sheen of oil.

"Oh, this roasted wild boar leg is so delicious, spicy and tasty, it's definitely children's favorite!" A woman said as she handed a piece of roasted meat to the child beside her. The child took the roasted meat and started eating it in big mouthfuls, with a happy smile on his face.

At the same time, the wild boar's streaky meat was cut into large pieces and stewed with fresh potatoes, carrots and other vegetables. "Everyone, come and try this wild boar stew and see how it tastes?" The aunt in charge of the stew greeted everyone enthusiastically.

"Wow, this stew is so delicious! The fragrance of vegetables and the deliciousness of wild boar meat are perfectly blended, which makes people's appetite increase!" After taking a bite, a villager couldn't help but exclaimed loudly.

As the dishes were finished, the villagers gathered around the big table made of wooden boards, which was filled with a variety of dishes. The aroma was so delicious that it made people salivate. "Come on, let's raise our glasses and celebrate our harvest today and this delicious wild boar feast!" Liu Pingan stood up and said loudly.

"Good! Cheers!" The villagers responded one after another, raised their glasses and drank together, laughing and talking. They ate, drank, chatted and laughed, as if all their troubles and sorrows were dissolved by this wild boar feast.

Liu Pingan sat in the crowd, watching all this, his heart filled with satisfaction and happiness. He listened to the villagers' praise for the dishes and their feelings about life, feeling this rare warmth and joy. He knew that this was not just a feast of delicious food, but also a baptism of the soul and a fusion of emotions. On this night, he deeply felt the warmth of home and the strength of the village, and was more determined to work hard for his family and the village.

In this way, ten delicious dishes made of wild boar meat were presented to the villagers one by one. Everyone sat around a large table made of wooden boards, which was filled with a variety of dishes, with fragrant aromas that made people salivate. The villagers raised their glasses and drank together, laughing and talking, sharing the joy of the harvest and the sweetness of life.

On this beautiful night, there is no distinction between high and low status, rich and poor, only deep friendship between neighbors and a common yearning for a better life. Everyone ate, drank, chatted, and laughed, as if all the troubles and sorrows were resolved by this wild boar feast. Liu Pingan sat in the crowd, watching all this, his heart full of satisfaction and happiness. He knew that this was not just a feast of delicious food, but also a baptism of the soul and a fusion of emotions. On this night, he felt the warmth of home and the strength of the village, and was more determined to work hard for his family and the village.