Chapter 65 Chinese New Year

She bit her lip first, then took a deep breath, just as she was about to explain herself in her heart.

But he found that no matter how hard he tried, the sound he made was blocked by an invisible barrier and could not reach other people's ears at all.

Shen Xiaoxiao tried again, "Of course it's real, how could I lie? You know I inherited..." Shen Xiaoxiao was extremely anxious, but her heartfelt words were like a stone sinking into the sea, receiving no response.

Unwilling to give up, she raised her voice and repeated what she had just said, but the result was still the same. Ma Aning, Shen Zishan, and Shen Xiaochuan beside her could not hear her at all.

At this moment, Shen Zishan, who had been silent all along, finally broke the deadlock.

He reached out his right hand and gently stroked his chin, saying thoughtfully, "It seems there are some things my daughter can't express to me." His tone revealed a hint of helplessness and regret.

"Honey, if you really can't say it, then don't force yourself. As long as this won't hurt you in any way, our whole family will stand by your side and support you without hesitation!"

Shen Zishan looked at Shen Xiaoxiao with a loving expression and gently rubbed her head with his broad palm.

Shen Xiaoxiao raised her rosy cheeks, her eyes sparkling with confidence, and muttered, "Oh, it's not something that can't be said, I just don't know why I can't say it."

"But since you're all so concerned about me, then forget it! Hehe, anyway, no matter what, I'm super awesome! Extremely, really, and exceptionally awesome!"

After thinking to herself, Shen Xiaoxiao winked mischievously at her family, as if showing off her amazing skills.

At this moment, Shen Xiaochuan, who had been lying quietly to the side, slowly opened his eyes and lazily glanced at his twin sister who was praising him incessantly.

After a slight, almost imperceptible smile appeared on his lips, he closed his eyes again as if nothing had happened and continued to rest.

Shen Zishan seemed to suddenly remember something, and frowned, asking in confusion, "By the way, wife, I just heard you mention that the village chief called everyone to a meeting. What did the village chief say?"

"The village chief told us what happened last night: someone came and robbed our village's grain!"

"The village chief originally planned to organize a patrol team to protect the village's safety, but the weather is just too cold right now. If they patrol outside for a long time, their bodies definitely won't be able to take it."

"So there's no other way but to ask each household to pay more attention, be more vigilant, and take preventative measures."

"In addition, the village chief also mentioned an important matter, which is that several acres of land should be set aside next spring specifically for planting sweet potatoes."

"Sigh, it's also because we're worried that next year's harvest won't be very good, so we're planting more sweet potatoes to prepare for a rainy day." Ma Aning recounted the village chief's words to everyone.

"By the way, your daughter noticed something was wrong with Uncle Bo's stomach today. I've already told Uncle Bo to make sure he goes to the hospital for a thorough check-up tomorrow."

"I told Uncle Bo that I noticed he might have a stomach problem. When you're in front of others, remember to say that I learned a little bit of basic medical knowledge from an old traditional Chinese medicine doctor. Don't let it slip!" Ma Aning said anxiously, giving him repeated instructions.

"Don't worry, I know everything. I definitely won't let anything slip." Shen Zishan chuckled as he watched his daughter respond to Ma Aning's words.

Ma Aning breathed a slight sigh of relief, then glanced at the father and daughter with concern. "Alright, that's settled then. You look after the children, I'll go to the kitchen to prepare dinner!" With that, she turned and hurried towards the kitchen.

"Okay, don't worry." Shen Zishan replied without turning his head as he played with Shen Xiaoxiao.

The sounds of the father and daughter playing could be heard constantly from the room, occasionally punctuated by Xiao Chuan's angry shouts.

Ma Aning chuckled and quickened her pace.

Days passed by one by one. Before we knew it, today was the annual and highly anticipated Lunar New Year's Eve.

Nowadays, every household is facing a food shortage, and life is very difficult and frugal. But even so, on this special day, people still do their best to put all the delicious food they can find on the table.

Inside the room, two children were playing obediently on the bed.

At this moment, a flurry of busy sounds came from the kitchen. It turned out that Shen Zishan was helping to chop and wash the vegetables.

The couple worked together to slaughter their old hen, which they had raised for a long time, and stewed it with dried mushrooms, adding some tender green scallions as a garnish.

As the aroma gradually filled the room, the two little ones, who were waiting in the room, kept drooling and staring intently at the direction of the kitchen.

Besides this fragrant chicken soup, Shen Zishan also managed to buy pork in the county town some time ago. The pork was cut into evenly sized pieces and made into braised pork with excellent color, aroma, and taste.

They planted some small green vegetables in the room, but they were all uprooted and cooked into a refreshing and delicious dish.

Today's main dish is, of course, fragrant rice. The steaming hot rice makes you feel hungry just by smelling it.

It can be said that the New Year's Eve dinner prepared by this couple was quite lavish.

Once all the dishes were served and the white rice was cooked, you each sat down at the table holding a child.

"Honey, this year is really special. It's the first New Year we've spent alone since we got together. Oh no, to be more precise, it's the first New Year our family of four has celebrated together. Happy New Year!"

Shen Zishan gazed at the dazzling array of dishes on the table with deep affection, then slowly shifted his gaze to Ma Aning beside him, and softly uttered this blessing.

Upon hearing this, Ma Aning responded with a gentle smile and softly replied, "Brother Shan, Happy New Year!" Her beautiful eyes sparkled with happiness and contentment.

Just then, a clear and melodious voice rang out: "Happy New Year, Mom and Dad! I want to eat that big chicken leg."

It turned out that Shen Xiaoxiao was shouting with joy, her little face flushed with excitement, as lovely as a ripe apple.

Happy New Year, my darlings! May you grow up healthy and happy, and be joyful every day in the new year!

The couple smiled at each other and offered their best wishes to their two children in unison.

A faint smile remained on Shen Xiaochuan's face. Although they couldn't hear his inner thoughts, the couple could clearly sense his joy from his bright eyes and slightly upturned lips.

"My dear girl, you're still too young to eat big chicken legs. For now, you can only drink milk."

"But don't worry, by this time next year, your parents will make sure to leave each of you a super big chicken leg."

While gently coaxing Shen Xiaoxiao in his arms, Shen Zishan lightly stroked the tip of her pink nose, making the little one giggle.

"I'll just have a tiny sip of soup, please, dear Mom and Dad~"

Shen Xiaoxiao's tender voice was full of coquetry and pleading, like a cute little cat begging its owner for food.

The couple were truly helpless in the face of their daughter's sweet and adorable plea.