Siheyuan: Buyers get rich from hunting

Finally, under Liu Ping'an's patient guidance, Xiao Ming successfully completed the first trap in his life.

He excitedly held up the trap and showed it to Liu Ping'an and his other nephews, his eyes sparkling with pride and joy.

At the same time, the other nephews were also busy.

They gathered around tightly, looking curiously at the bamboo stick in Liu Ping'an's hand, sometimes asking their own questions, and sometimes excitedly discussing the purpose of the trap and how to catch birds.

Their faces were filled with innocence and joy, and the entire backyard was filled with children's laughter and the rustling sound of weaving bamboo strips, creating a warm and beautiful picture.

Finally, after careful carving and meticulous layout, Liu Ping'an and his nephews worked together to create several traps that were both delicate and full of wisdom. These traps were cleverly hidden in every corner of the yard, blending in with nature, as if they were part of nature itself, just waiting for those curious birds to "visit".

After Liu Ping'an placed the traps one by one, he whispered to his nephews: "Remember, we can't keep staring at the traps like we're waiting for birds to come to us. The birds will notice something is wrong and won't dare to approach. What we have to do is wait patiently while maintaining a keen observation of the surrounding environment and understanding the birds' activity patterns and habits." His voice was gentle but firm, full of awe for nature and expectations for his nephews.

The nephews nodded one after another, their eyes sparkling with anticipation and curiosity. They began to walk around the yard, as if they had turned into little explorers, carefully observing every tree, every leaf, and even every subtle change brought about by the breeze. They knew that only by waiting patiently could they witness the exciting moment with their own eyes - the bird falling into the trap.

However, time seemed to be stretched, and every second seemed particularly long. The trap remained silent, and no sound came out. The nephews began to get restless, and they ran to Liu Ping'an, their faces full of confusion and expectation: "Uncle, why haven't the birds fallen into the trap yet? Is our trap not good enough?"

Liu Ping'an smiled and comforted them: "Don't worry, kids. Birds are very alert and smart. They need time to adapt to the new environment and observe the changes around them. We must be patient, trust our own traps, and learn to observe and learn. Only in this way can we truly understand the birds and live in harmony with them."

Encouraged by Liu Ping'an, the nephews regained their spirits. They returned to the yard and began to observe and wait more carefully. They learned to listen to the whispers of the wind, observe the swaying of the leaves, and even feel the subtle vibrations in the air. Time seemed to become soft and slow in their patient waiting, and every minute was full of expectations and surprises.

Finally, on a sunny afternoon with a gentle breeze, a small bird with colorful feathers came into their sight. It curiously landed on one of the traps and hopped lightly, as if exploring this new world. However, everything changed when it accidentally triggered the trap. The trap closed quickly and accurately, trapping the bird gently.

"Look! The bird has fallen into the trap!" The nephews shouted excitedly, their voices full of surprise and excitement. They rushed to the trap and carefully observed the trapped bird. Its feathers shone charmingly in the sun, and its eyes flashed with a mixture of fear and curiosity. At this moment, the nephews seemed to feel the wonder of nature and the fragility of life, and also understood more deeply the meaning of patience and waiting.

"Look, this is our 'little guest' today!" Liu Ping'an said in an excited and gentle tone. He carefully took the cute little sparrow out of the trap, gently held it in his palm, and showed this unexpected harvest to his nephews. The little sparrow was obviously frightened by this sudden change. Its pair of black and shiny eyes were wide open, and it flapped its slender and fragile wings desperately, trying to break free from Liu Ping'an's seemingly large but unusually gentle palm. However, Liu Ping'an was not displeased by the little sparrow's struggle. Instead, he comforted it with a loving look and an extremely gentle tone: "Don't be afraid, little guy, we won't hurt you, we just invite you to experience a different life."

Then, Liu Ping'an turned around and said to his nephews in a serious yet kind tone: "Children, when we are lucky enough to meet these little lives, we must treat them with awe. Just like I am doing now, gently stroking its feathers and letting it feel our kindness and warmth. Only in this way will they gradually let down their guard, begin to trust us, and no longer be afraid of us." His words were full of respect for life and awe of nature.

At this moment, miraculously, one after another sparrows seemed to be attracted by some mysterious force and flew into the trap. The number of sparrows increased, and the nephews were stunned and excited. Seeing this, Liu Pingan couldn't help laughing: "Haha, it seems that we are lucky today! But before enjoying the food, let's prepare a unique barbecue feast!" After that, he got up to prepare the tools and materials needed for the barbecue, with skillful and orderly movements.

Under Liu Ping'an's careful guidance, the nephews took action. Some children were responsible for collecting dry firewood. They shuttled through the woods, selecting the driest and most flammable wood; others were busy building a simple fire. They carefully stacked the dry firewood, fearing that they would accidentally ignite the surrounding leaves. Soon, a raging fire was burning, and the firelight reflected the children's excited and tender faces.

At the same time, Liu Ping'an also personally demonstrated how to clean these little sparrows so that they can be grilled better. He patiently taught his nephews how to remove feathers and clean internal organs, explaining each step in detail. The children listened with great interest and learned in a very good manner.

As time went by, the aroma of roasted sparrows gradually spread. It was a mixture of the charcoal's burnt aroma and the mellow aroma of sparrow meat, which made people salivate. The nephews were very excited when they smelled this tempting aroma. They couldn't wait to sit around the fire, staring at the roasted sparrows, their little faces full of anticipation and joy.