After a while, as the steam rose, bowls of wontons were placed steadily on the table, and the aroma filled the air and hit the nose.

The young man carefully considered the Zhang family's taste preferences and sprinkled a handful of fresh green onions on the snow-white wonton soup. The fragrance emanating from the greenery added a bit of appetite.

Those wontons seemed like carefully crafted works of art. Each one was round and plump, with skin as thin as paper and almost transparent, through which one could vaguely glimpse the colorful and juicy filling inside.

The little girl's eyes widened, her little nose twitched slightly, her face filled with the innocence and desire unique to children, and her every subtle movement revealed her infinite anticipation for this bowl of delicious food.

After getting her mother's permission, she carefully picked up a wonton and took a bite. The soft and glutinous texture and the delicious soup instantly conquered her taste buds, and an expression of happiness bloomed on her tender face.

Since the young man switched to making wontons, although he was a little nervous in the early stages of the transition, his unique understanding of ingredients and superb craftsmanship, whether it was the ingenuity in preparing the fillings or the secret method of boiling the broth, made his wontons gradually gain a good reputation and attracted a steady stream of customers.

Those diners who came here for the dish all praised it after tasting it. As a result, the young man's stall became very popular and his life gradually got back on track.

As time passed, the young man's stall was already full. Every table was surrounded by satisfied customers, who were chatting or tasting. The air was filled with a harmonious and warm atmosphere.

After all, Xiao Youniang had a limited appetite, so she could only give up the delicious meal with regret. Xu Liyun lovingly took her daughter's bowl and tasted the remaining wontons one by one. Her actions silently conveyed her respect and cherishment for food.

The Zhang family knew very well how busy the young man was, so they quietly left some silver coins to express their gratitude and left quietly without disturbing him too much, leaving behind their deep gratitude and blessings.

When the young man was busy looking for the Zhang family, he only found the copper coins left on the table. At that moment, his heart was filled with mixed emotions.

He felt regret for not being able to express his gratitude properly, but also looked forward to meeting again in the future. This feeling of gratitude grew deeper in his heart.

The Zhang family never stopped. After their hearty meal, they took a leisurely stroll along the picturesque blue lake.

At this moment, the sky unfolds like a painting, the sunset is like golden wine slowly pouring into the continuous mountains, and the clouds on the horizon are the brocade left behind by the Weaver Girl in the mortal world, colorful and dazzling, inspiring imagination.

As night falls, the lakeside becomes more lively. Various lantern stalls begin to light up. The lanterns are cleverly designed and come in various shapes. Some resemble leaping fish, and some resemble phoenixes spreading their wings. Each one is extremely exquisite, attracting the attention of passers-by.

But for Xiao Youniang, the Jade Rabbit Embracing the Moon Lantern, which symbolizes reunion and happiness, is her favorite, and no other lantern can compare to it.

Although the Bishui Lake is small, it has a unique tranquility and elegance. The lake surface is sparkling and clear. The stone steps and railings around it have been carefully repaired, which not only provides convenience for tourists to release lanterns but also ensures safety.

As the night deepened, people by the lake lit up their lanterns one after another, and the surface of the lake suddenly became dotted with stars, like the Milky Way falling into the human world, magnificent and beautiful.

Little Youniang couldn't wait to pull her big brother's hand and ran towards the rabbit lantern stall. She was looking forward to solving the riddle and winning the rabbit lantern that she had longed for.

The rest of the Zhang family followed closely behind, and soon they returned to the lantern street full of riddles and found the stall surrounded by the light of wisdom.

The stall owner had been waiting for a long time. He enthusiastically introduced the rules of the game to Zhang Sanwa: if you solve ten puzzles, you can choose the most basic style of lantern. For every additional ten puzzles you solve, you can choose a higher-end prize.

Zhang Sanwa's eyes moved among the many lanterns and finally fell on his younger brother and sister, asking them about their preferences.

Wu Niang was also affected by the surrounding atmosphere on this special night. Her eyes finally fell on a golden Yuanbao lantern. The simple yet exquisite design and the delicate carved patterns on its surface made her excited, and she decided to make this lantern her target.

This gold ingot lantern, with its simple and meaningful design, has become another highlight in Xiao Youniang's heart besides the rabbit lantern. They are hung together in the second row of the stall, quietly telling the story of the night, waiting for the favor of the right person.

Zhang Siwa was a man of high character, with an unruly look in his eyes. He immediately locked onto the dazzling revolving lantern in the front row, and with an unquestionable firmness in his voice, he shouted loudly, "Brother, that's the one I like, you must get it for me!"

This shout is full of the youthful vigor and vitality that is unique to young people.

Seeing this, the stall owner smiled even more deeply, like the warm spring sun, and said softly: "Oh, little brother, you have a good eye. That revolving lantern is the treasure of my stall. If you want it, you have to pass this test - solve all the riddles. And, there can't be any mistakes. If you make a mistake, you have to start all over again and pay again."

As he spoke, the stall owner deliberately emphasized his tone, and it was obvious that he took this very seriously, fearing that these youthful teenagers would break the rules on a whim.

The threshold for participating in the guessing game is not high, and you can start with five cents. But the challenge lies in that if you want to get the lantern you want, you have to answer all the questions correctly in a row. Once you interrupt, even if it is just a matter of a hair's breadth, you have to pay another five cents and start over.

In order to ensure that his treasures cannot be easily won, the stall owners carefully select the riddles, which are interesting but also quite difficult.

There are fifty puzzles, each one linked to the other. To win the revolving lantern, you must have extraordinary wisdom and luck.

Although the rules are strict, they are understandable. After all, making a living is not easy, and the stall owners rely on these exquisite lanterns for excitement and profit.

If it's too easy, the deal will lose its meaning.

Zhang Siwa raised his chin slightly when he heard this, and a confident smile blossomed on his young face: "Uncle, don't worry, we have the lucky money in our hands, and we will never let you suffer any loss. Besides, my brother has a very flexible brain, and solving fifty puzzles in one breath is not a piece of cake for him!"

His words were full of trust and pride in his brother.

The young girl joined the battle at the right time, her big watery eyes sparkling with admiration, her hands raised high, like the most loyal little fan, she said in a sweet voice: "Brother is the best, brother is the best!"

Her childish words filled the air around her with sweetness and warmth.

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