There are really too many accidents today, but Fred?This is definitely an accident within an accident, Lu Li didn't expect Fred's visit at all, so that his brain couldn't handle it for a while, and he was stunned in place.

It was this brief moment of stunned that made Fred laugh, "Why, aren't you going to welcome the return of your old friend?"

"Jesus Christ, God Almighty, Fred Hell Carter. Lu Li finally reacted, did not hide his exclamation, and strode forward, "Don't tell me, you just came back from Alaska." Seeing Fred's smug expression, Lu Li couldn't help but want to hold his forehead, "Shut up, I refuse to listen to any adventure stories about Alaska, and I refuse to listen to any updates about your excellent work, you told me that you have had a terrible time in the past few months." ”

Lu Li raised his hand, and was about to smash the flour-stained fist over, which made Fred step back again and again, "Your hand, your hand." But Lu Li didn't care at all, and directly punched Fred on the shoulder, "Yes, I did it on purpose." You have to accept the punishment. ”

"I'll tell you the truth, in the past few months, my life has been extremely bad, I haven't had enough to eat, I can't have enough clothes, it's like I'm fleeing. Fred made a bitter expression and babbled on his face, but the joy and excitement between his brows could not be concealed at all, or rather, there was no intention to hide it.

Lu Li rolled his eyes speechlessly, "Okay, I surrender." After finishing speaking, Fred immediately gave Lu Li a big hug and said enthusiastically, "Old man, long time no see!"

Lu Li shouted, "I knew, I knew you had an incomparably good time!" Then, Lu Li lowered his shoulders, "Who am I lying to, you are having the best days of your life." So, tell me, how is Alaska? Isn't it deserted, and then there are glaciers and snowfields in the middle of nowhere. ”

Fred laughed heartily, too, "Brother, can you let me catch my breath first, and then let me eat something?" I was serious, in Alaska, I probably can't meet a single person in a thirty-minute drive, let alone a bar, and I often feel like my willpower is suffering. ”

"Of course, of course. Lu Li deliberately showed an exaggerated "sympathetic" look, "Poor Fred, who was tortured in the primitive wilderness, and now he has finally returned to civilized society?" A joke was enough, Lu Li and Fred walked side by side in the direction of the main house, "Have you seen a movie called 'Wilderness Survival' before?"

I haven't seen each other for a long time, but there is no estrangement between the two of them, it seems that the two of them were still drinking and talking last night, and they will meet again today.

That's how friends are. Some friends need to be in touch every day to maintain their feelings; some friends, even if they meet every day, they still can't be regarded as deep friendships; some friends, who have not heard from each other for half a year or a year, can still talk eloquently when they meet again. In modern society, people can be called "friends", but there are still differences between friends and friends.

Some friends, not family, are better than family.

……

Pushing open the door of the main house, a warm breath came to the face, the sound of chattering discussions, the sound of joy one after another, the sound of pots and pans, the atmosphere of the holiday is so strong, people can't help but relax and indulge in it.

"Why do you want to light a bonfire outside, is dinner to be eaten outside?"

"What...... Called...... ...... campfire?"

"It's fire. Camping fires. ”

"So, are we going to eat outside? or are we going to eat inside?"

"I just looked, God, the prepared dishes fill the whole stove, and my grandmother is so amazing that it looks like there is no end. I bet even an Italian table can't be compared to tonight!"

"Woohoo, woohoo. ”

"Bucky, Teddy, Hulk, don't mess around! It's not time to toss and catch, you can play with the little ones, what about the little ones?"

"It's a lot more fun than Christmas, are there any special customs in China for the Lunar New Year, like the food that you have to eat, the games you have to play, and so on. ”

"What are you talking about? I heard the Lunar New Year. ”

"Yes, cousin, tell me about the Lunar New Year. ”

"Uh......"

"Hey, who is this!Fred!Why did you show up?Jesus Christ, not long ago Fourteen said, you went to Alaska, how did you come back?When did you come back?Come on, come and tell us about your adventures, and every time Fourteen saw your status update, he chattered with us about envy and jealousy, and we were also curious. ”

In the midst of the bustling discussion, someone finally noticed the appearance of Fred and Lu Li and immediately welcomed them. In an instant, all eyes were aimed at Fred, and the gossip was endless, just like Lu Li's previous performance, giggling and laughing, and the sound continued, "Alaska" suddenly became the most discussed keyword by everyone.

Turning their heads, Fred and Lu Li exchanged glances. Lu Li shrugged his shoulders and showed a smile, "I told you that this is your second home." ”

Fred slammed Lu Li with his shoulder, laughed heartily, the smell of home, intoxicating, he couldn't help but take a deep breath, the fatigue of the journey seemed to have disappeared, and then he dropped his dirty backpack at the door, ignored Lu Li, showed a bright smile, and greeted his long-lost friends.

The crowd suddenly became lively, Fred is a self-acquaintance, and in a blink of an eye, he met Zhang Wenyin and Song Kongming, and shouted that he must go to see Lu Li's grandmother. The already lively hall has become even more noisy because of Fred's arrival, and it can even be called a noise pollution.

Fortunately, this is a ranch, and the biggest advantage is that the neighbors are very far away, shouting throats, and the damage caused by noise is limited. So, they can party, shout, and enjoy to their heart's content.

Lu Li knew that Fred could adapt immediately, and he didn't worry at all, so he immediately threw himself into his "work" again. Busy, busy, busy.

Justin and Finley also came, Robert and Chloe appeared right after, and finally Sean, Edward and others also came, this is the biggest feast in the history of Cloud Top Ranch - Halloween activities are not counted, everyone heard that Lu Li spent the traditional Chinese New Year here, and they all came to experience different cultural funs together.

In the blink of an eye, the entire ranch gathered nearly forty people, and there were actually quite a few children, and it seemed that at least four tables would be set up tonight, which was only more lively than the McCartneys' wedding anniversary party, and there was no possibility that it could not be compared.

Subsequently, under the leadership of Song Kongming and Kele, they began to set up tables, two tables indoors and two tables outdoors. Although it is a cold February, there is a campfire burning outside, and there is continuous heating by the fireplace indoors, the temperature no longer seems to be a problem, and even the weather is exceptionally bright, cloudless, and calm and windless, even if you stand outside, you can't feel the cold.

After the table was set up, the bonfire became more and more vigorous, the aroma of roasted whole sheep began to spread around the main house, and the first cold dishes were placed on the table, and the New Year's atmosphere of Yunding Ranch was getting stronger and stronger.

On the other side of the distant Pacific Ocean, China's Lunar New Year has passed and officially entered the joy of the first day of the New Year; but here, in the strange land of North America, the Lunar New Year has not yet had time to eat Chinese New Year's Eve, even if there is no company of the Spring Festival Gala, even if the bonfire does not look like Chinese style at all, but the rich New Year atmosphere still makes people happy.

Song Qingyun took a shower early and changed into a set of red Tang clothes, not only him, but also Song Kongming and Zhang Wenyin also changed into Tang costumes; and Yuan Qingzhu was still busy in the kitchen, but she was wearing a traditional gown today, pure handmade products, every stitch and thread were made by herself, and the curling Chinese charm made people taste different.

Even Cole, Brandon and others were curious, bustling to discuss the meaning of "Chinese red", as well as the Spring Festival couplets posted at the door and the inverted "Fu", the entire Yunding Ranch seemed to be covered with a layer of Chinese red, which made people addicted to it.

However, this is bitter for Lu Huaijin. Because Song Lingyi was busy in the kitchen, and the other young people couldn't use English, everyone could only come and ask him. But the problem is that Lu Huaijin's English is not as good as he imagined, and there is no problem with daily communication, and it is really difficult for a strong man to suddenly discuss Chinese folklore, historical origins and cultural phenomena at length.

Lu Huaijin asked Lu Li for help, but today Lu Li was so busy that he couldn't stop at all, and occasionally passed by twice to relieve Lu Huaijin and explain the nouns or customs, but then he got busy again. So, his eyes fell on Lu Huaijin again.

It is said that human potential is infinite, and today Lu Huaijin once again proved this. Usually, this middle-aged man who doesn't know anything about computers and smartphones, today under the persecution of everyone, with the help of Chen Taotao and Song Jiahui, Lu Huaijin actually started to use search and translation software and began to teach classes for everyone.

What a historic breakthrough!

Lu Li only felt like a spinning top, he didn't know what he was busy with, but he couldn't stop at all. In the past, when he was at home during the Chinese New Year, he had never felt so busy, but today, Lu Li felt for the first time: this is his home, he is the master, and he entertains all relatives and friends to come over. This feeling is quite subtle.

There was a jerky Chinese voice in his ears, "Happy New Year, Happy New Year...... familiar melody, familiar tone, Lu Li looked out through the window, and then saw Cole and Brandon stumbling to review the Chinese song, and the picture in his memory instantly became vivid and vivid.

Lu Li opened the window and shouted at them, "Remember to perform after dinner!" and then laughed happily.