Rebirth: The whole family travels through time together: Fubao Koi is busy eating melons

In the sunlight, their shadows lengthened and were reflected on the bluestone road, as if they were eager to return home.

When they arrived at the city gate, they saw Qi Kai had been waiting for a long time. His figure seemed even taller in the cold wind. When he saw them, a relieved smile appeared on his face.

On the way back, the two talked as they walked, sharing what they had heard and seen. Time passed like a deer flying through the woods, light and fast. Before they knew it, it was already the eighth day of the twelfth lunar month.

In the village, the construction of new houses is in full swing. Five rows of well-planned houses have been completed, and new hope is revealed between the bricks and tiles.

The last row has been built halfway, and every brick and tile carries the villagers' beautiful vision for the future.

The new homes that many villagers have long dreamed of are gradually taking shape. Once the final allocation plan is finalized, they will be able to start a new chapter in their lives.

The Zhang brothers were very busy, carefully calculating the cost of each house, and announcing to the villagers the specific details of house selection in fifteen days, with pride and expectation in their words.

That day, Xu Liyun took the initiative to step forward and offered to tell the story on behalf of Boss Zhang. Her voice was soft but firm, like a breeze in spring, making people feel warm and comfortable.

On weekdays, the children who often gathered under the big banyan tree to listen to stories were disappointed when they saw that it was Madam Zhang who came instead of the Master Zhang they were familiar with. Their little mouths pouted unconsciously.

Ever since Zhang Lao Da started giving lectures under the tree, villagers, whether they were white-haired old men or toddlers, all respectfully called him "Master."

"Madam Zhang, where is our teacher? We are all waiting to listen to his stories. We have remembered the characters we learned yesterday very well."

The children's voices rose one after another, full of anxiety and curiosity, and their eyes sparkled with a desire for stories.

Facing this group of unhappy little faces, Xu Liyun thought secretly in her heart: Although I can't quote from a wide range of sources and teach in an entertaining way like Boss Zhang, I also have many wonderful stories in my mind. Wouldn't it be easy to pick one to tell?

So, she smiled gently and responded, "Miss Zhang will tell you about it today, okay?"

The children wanted to play some mischief, but when they saw the warning looks from their grandparents, they immediately gave up the idea.

After all, if Miss Zhang was really annoyed, how could she hear those fascinating stories in the future?

Xu Liyun knew clearly what these little guys were thinking, but she didn't mind as long as they listened quietly.

"Well, since everyone knows that today is Laba Festival, have you had some sweet Laba porridge?"

All of a sudden, the children rushed to answer: "I drank it, it's as sweet as honey!"

"Oops, I forgot..."

"I remember having it last year, it was really delicious! Will it be available this year?"

Children's words and chatter are intertwined together, which is noisy but full of vitality.

"Of course, I started preparing it yesterday. Guess what ingredients were used?"

Xu Liyun pretended to be mysterious, and lightly moved her fingers in the air, as if counting the delicious ingredients, "Millet, glutinous rice, sorghum rice, soybeans, red beans, mung beans, plus dates, peanuts, lotus seeds, and wolfberries. Cook it until it's thick and sweet, and finally sprinkle a handful of sugar on it. That taste, wow, do you want to try it?"

As soon as the topic of eating was mentioned, the children immediately stopped playing around, their eyes widened, and they shouted in unison: "Yes!"

"Then you guys have to behave yourself today and don't make any noise, okay?"

Xu Liyun proposed the conditions with a smile.

"it is good!"

With delicious food in front of them, the children immediately became very obedient.

Xu Liyun smiled secretly inwardly, food was indeed the best taming agent, and in just a moment these little rascals became obedient.

"Then let's talk about the origin of Laba porridge. There are many stories about Laba porridge, and today I will tell you the version that is closest to us."

Thus, a heartwarming and profound story slowly unfolds, bringing a group of children into a world that is both distant and close, where there is a family of four, a hardworking and kind old couple and two ignorant sons. Their story teaches the children the importance of diligence and cherishment.

Xu Liyun looked at the five-year-old boy who seriously claimed that he wanted to get married. There was a hint of helplessness and amusement in her eyes. She secretly sighed at his childish innocence and straightforwardness.

This child, Qi Kai's youngest son and Qi Yang's younger brother, was currently standing in the sunlight-dappled courtyard with a determined look on his face.

Qi Yang, who was listening to his younger brother's shameless talk, quickly tried to cover his mouth with his hand, laughing in his heart. He guessed that this must be because the elders in the family often mentioned the old bachelor at the entrance of the village in their daily conversations, which left a deep impression on the younger brother.

Among the crowd of onlookers, Grandma Qi's cheeks flushed, and she secretly blamed her husband for his outspokenness.

It would be fine if it happened at home, but now that this embarrassing thing has been spread to the ears of outsiders, it is really embarrassing.

However, the old man of the Qi family seemed to be unaware of this and remained calm. Although people around him were laughing, he turned a blind eye and remained at ease.

Curiosity sparkled in the child's round eyes. He looked at the laughter of the adults around him in confusion. That innocence seemed particularly precious.

"That's a good point, but don't become someone who only knows how to eat and drink and is too lazy to move in the future."

Xu Liyun spoke softly, worried that he would not understand the meaning of "gluttonous and lazy". She was about to explain in detail, but the little guy spoke first: "I know, I know. My brother said that greedy and lazy people love to eat but don't like to move, just like the old bachelor outside our house. But I will never be like that!"

"Haha, yes, dear boy. Then don't act like that."

Xu Liyun wanted to change the subject, but the clever little ghost became more and more excited, and her little mouth could not stop like a machine gun. "Grandpa also said that I can't be a bachelor. I definitely won't learn it! When I grow up, I want to be like my dad and kill pigs in the village. Dad said that killing pigs requires great strength. He can carry a whole pig by himself, and he can easily pick up mom. Mom also said that she married dad because he is so good at killing pigs. I also want to be super good!"

As he spoke, he imitated the movements of slaughtering a pig. The vivid appearance caused the crowd to burst into laughter again, but he was completely unaware that he had "broadcast" the interesting stories of his parents' daily life to all the listeners.

"You have the ambition to take over your father's job in the future. Who else has something to say?"

Xu Liyun tried hard to suppress her laughter and motioned for the next child to speak, fearing that if she let the clever little kid continue speaking, everyone would probably laugh to death.

Qi Yang was so embarrassed that he almost wanted to find a hole to crawl into, but his good friend Zhang Mingyi barely controlled his smile, patted him on the shoulder gently, and gave him silent comfort.

Witnessing this scene, the other children became cautious, fearing that they would repeat the same mistake. They only dared to agree in a low voice and did not dare to say anything more.

Xu Liyun took this opportunity to give some encouraging words, encouraging everyone to be diligent and progressive, and then let the children play freely.

Brother Qi's wife had something to ask for, so on her way home she happened to meet some aunts and uncles from the village. Before she could open her mouth, they all started chatting with her with a smile on their faces. This surprised Sister Qi very much, as she never saw such a scene on weekdays.