The construction site of the river has finally officially started, and it takes nearly an hour to walk from Taoyuan Village to there, and it will be faster if it is an ox cart.

Most of the families in Taoyuan Village only send one person to work according to the regulations, and the big guy still doesn't trust the court very much, but he is afraid that he will not pay money. When the time comes, not to mention the hard work in vain, the work at home will also be delayed, and if you don't let go of people when the farm is busy, it will be even more worrying. However, there are also families who are so poor that they can't open the pot, and there are surplus strong laborers who will take the initiative to go, so that the rations of this time can be saved.

According to the previous arrangement, Chang Xixing was the first to go there to work. Although the distance is not too far, it is too hard to go back and forth after all, and I live there on weekdays, as do other families in Taoyuan Village.

The hottest topic in Taoyuan Village during this period of time is about digging the river, discussing whether the money is paid or not, whether the work there is tired, what the food is like on weekdays, whether you are bullied, and so on. Because Changjia Sanfang wants to do business there, he is more concerned about the dynamics there, and he has to mention it once a day at dinner, and he doesn't feel tired of repeating the topic many times. But no one had the time to take a look, and it was useless to look at it, so I didn't know anything about the situation.

"I don't know if anyone wants to go with us, if someone preempts us, it's really annoying."

Cao's second sister-in-law said worriedly, since she ate that meal of pig's trotters and snail pot, she felt that this business might be successful. Such good food can be sold for money in the county. It's just that the cost of doing business in the county is too high, and if you don't have a way, you may not be able to do it. Now when she sees a snail, it is as if she sees money, and she dreams of making a fortune at night.

As soon as these words fell, everyone suddenly became a little worried.

Although the Chang family thinks that the things they make taste good, the business of multiple competitors is even more suspenseful. Usually, family members often go to the market to sell the crops they grow and breed, and the simple business experience is still clear.

Sister-in-law Wang also looked worried, "Isn't it, no one has sent a message, my heart has never been steady." ”

Sister-in-law Wang is not only worried about her future business, but also afraid that her man will suffer there. Although the farm work is usually tiring, it is better to work for your own family, and you will not be tired, so there is no doubt about it.

But the grandmother disagreed: "How can others compare with what we joyfully come up with?" What are you bothering about, you might as well think more about how to learn this craft well. ”

Cao's second sister-in-law couldn't help but say: "Then we have to let us practice to know......"

Although Chang Xile also taught several sisters-in-law how to make zuò snail pig's trotter pot during this time, it was all verbal teaching, and they never had the opportunity to do it themselves. It's really easy to find snails, other ingredients are too expensive, the family is not in good condition, and the grandmother-in-law who manages the money is not reluctant.

Grandma Sun took a bite of her directly, "It's so beautiful, can you afford to eat that thing!" If you can't do it, you can get started when the time comes, and you won't have to deal with it. ”

Cao's second sister-in-law pursed her lips, although she was very unconvinced in her heart, but she didn't speak. After all, she is her own mother-in-law, even if she is reasonable, she will be ignored if she talks back.

Chang Xile hurriedly said at this time: "Mother, you can't say that, no matter what you do, you have to practice." It's just that our family is not in a good situation now, so we have to wait until we really make up our minds to do this business, and then let a few sisters-in-law follow me, if we don't do well at first, it's normal. ”

Although his mother is hard-working and neat, she is also good to him. But sometimes he is always too harsh on his daughter-in-law, and he is a bit patriarchal, which is not conducive to family unity and has an impact on the personality formation of children. He can't stand the commotion at home, as long as he hears people quarreling over trivial things, his head hurts.

When Grandma Sun heard Chang Xile's words, her attitude immediately softened, "It's still my little five who is the most considerate, but as a daughter-in-law, if you can't do the work on the stove well, what else can you do?" ”

While the grandmother praised Chang Xile, she did not forget to give eye medicine to her daughters-in-law.

The three daughters-in-law have long been accustomed to it, and their expressions are also different.

The sister-in-law is the most kind-hearted, and she looks obedient; The second sister-in-law secretly rolled her eyes, very unconvinced, but she didn't say anything; The third sister-in-law had a calm face, just caring about teasing the Niuniu in her arms.

"Okay, don't say a word, nothing comes out of your mouth. It's easy to do the work on the stove casually, and if you want to do it well, you have to pay attention to it, and not everyone can eat this mouthful of food. ”

Father Chang, who had been silent, opened his mouth and said that he did not agree with Grandma Sun on this point. He doesn't care how his grandmother-in-law beats his daughters-in-law on weekdays, but he can't tolerate a little mistake about the family's livelihood.

Only then did the grandmother-in-law shut up, not daring to use this matter to train her daughter-in-law.

"Xiao Wu's recipe, although it is mainly based on worthless snails, but the taste is not to be said. When I was young, I also traveled from south to north, and I really haven't seen such a practice, so we also account for the word fresh. Regardless of whether the business succeeds in the future or not, I will first put the ugly words in front, and no one can pass on this recipe after you learn it! Even my mother's family can't make it, otherwise I won't be able to blame me for being unkind! ”

Father Chang said very sternly, and his eyes swept to the few women present, including Grandma Sun, causing the four of them to sit on pins and needles.

Especially Sister-in-law Wang, her whole face turned red.

Sister-in-law Wang is the worst of the three daughters-in-law, and her family really can't be called open, and it is not from Taoyuan Village. When she got married, she didn't have a dowry at all, and even the dowry was given away by her family. But when she married Chang Xixing, the Chang family was the best time, she was married at that time, and I don't know how many people envied her.

Chang Xixing and sister-in-law Wang can be said to be in free love, and when they met in the market, they saw each other.

After Chang Xixing inquired privately, he took his grandmother-in-law to propose, which was the first time he took the initiative to do something for himself. At the beginning, Mrs. Sun didn't agree at all, because Chang's father saw that Sister-in-law Wang was a diligent and honest person, and saw that Chang Xixing had been like a lump of wood since he was a child, and finally had something he liked, so he agreed.

At the beginning, Sister-in-law Wang's life was not easy, and Grandma Sun felt that her most obedient child didn't listen to him, so she liked to take care of Sister-in-law Wang. It's all trivial, but it's not pleasant.

However, Sister-in-law Wang's stomach is angry, and she is indeed an honest and obedient man in one fell swoop, which makes Grandmazi's attitude better. However, this is also related to Daddy Chang's attitude, he can't see the unrest at home the most. Although the grandmother has some minor problems, it is more in words, and although there will be partiality in action, it will not be like some families who do not treat their daughter-in-law as a person. Although it is said that he is patriarchal, he does not give his granddaughters less food and drink, but there will be more and better male grandchildren.

Over the years, Sister-in-law Wang has subsidized her mother's family, and the people of the Chang family also know about it, but they all turn a blind eye. The same is true for grandparents, during the festival, as long as there is one at home, the New Year's gifts for the daughters-in-law to bring home are also very rich.

This also made Sister-in-law Wang even more ashamed, and she always felt that she was a head short in this family. Now when I hear Daddy Chang say this, I only feel that my face is hot and painful, and my head is about to hit the floor.

Chang Xi was happy to see the awkward atmosphere, and said: "If our business really starts, it is not enough to rely on our family alone, and we must have relatives to help." ”

Grandma Sun disagreed: "Where can I use the help of others in this small business?" There are so many people in our family, and we can get busy. ”

Chang Xile smiled: "Mother, I am indeed arrogant when I say this now, but we also have to take a long-term view." There are thousands of people working there, and I inquired about the garrison nearby, so I am not afraid that there will be no business if there are many people. We have to clean up the snails every day, and it is already very troublesome to boil brine and make all kinds of side dishes, where is the time to make the rice noodles? When the time comes, this work will definitely have to be divided, and it will definitely be better for everyone to get rich than for one person. ”

Daddy Chang nodded, "That's the reason, this business is only temporary, we can't all invest in it, and we can't lose the work in the field." When the time comes, it's better to let someone else make rice noodles, and we'll pay the wages. Your uncle's rice noodles are the best, if the business is really good, let his family help when the time comes. ”

Grandma Sun still thinks it's inappropriate, their family has so much labor, why can't they do it themselves. If you do it for others, you must make less money, and you can't make much money in the first place, and you can definitely save it.

Chang Xile knew that Grandma Sun's mind had not yet turned, and he did not plan to continue to say something. After all, nothing has started now, everything is just a fantasy, and it is unknown how big the business can be.

"It's a little early to say this, the eldest brother has been gone for more than half a month, and I estimate that the situation over there has stabilized, and I can probably see what it looks like. I'm going to take a look in two days and see if this business can be done. By the way, bring some delicious food to make up for the eldest brother, the work must be very tired, and it is still so sunny this day, and he must have lost a lot of weight. ”

When sister-in-law Wang heard this, she hurriedly said: "No, no, your eldest brother can eat if he has something to eat, why is there so much exquisiteness." ”

Grandma Sun was unhappy when she heard this, "How can you not make up for such a heavy job, why don't you know that you feel sorry for your man." ”

"Mother, I, I don't have ......"

Sister-in-law Wang suddenly didn't know what to say, and stammered for a long time and couldn't say why. It's not that she doesn't feel sorry for her husband, but she is used to being harsh to herself. And Chang Xixing is also such a person, so the two of them always want to save for this family, and forget about their own needs.

Chang Xile couldn't help but hold his forehead, and finally understood why the relationship between mother-in-law and daughter-in-law was so tense, it was completely a natural enemy! It's really wrong no matter what she says, if Sister-in-law Wang should be reconciled just now, she must be said to be a luxury and waste, so she has a lot to enjoy.

Chang Xile's sleeves were torn, and he saw that it was Chang Yu who was nestled in his arms, looking at him with a pair of bright eyes.

Chang Xile smiled and touched his head.

Chang Yu's injuries healed quickly, but after half a month, all the injuries on his body were scarred, and the scars of the shallow wounds had begun to peel off.

"Impatient? I'll take you out in two days. ”

Chang Yuxing probably didn't understand the meaning of the words, but he knew from Chang Xile's expression and tone that it must be a good thing, and he immediately became happy, and he was still clapping his hands there. Clapping his hands, he just learned it in the past few days.

Chang Xile saw Chang Yu playing treasure, and his impatience dissipated, and then he said: "On that day, we must make delicious food and send it over, and it will be fragrant." ”

Chang Xiwang couldn't help but suck his saliva, "I knew that I would be the first to go!" But why? ”

Chang Xisheng was the first to understand Chang Xile's intentions, "When the time comes, everyone there will be hungry, and I won't be afraid that there will be no business in the future!" The food that Xiao Wu made, it tasted fragrant, and the next day someone asked me what delicious food our family made the night before, and it was so fragrant that they were almost hungry. ”

Chang Xiwang scratched his head, "Fifth brother, you are so powerful, why didn't I think of this layer!" ”

Chang Xisheng glanced at him, "What do you know besides eating?" ”

Chang Xiwang was not angry, and said with a smile: "Don't we like people like me who know how to eat?" ”

This immediately made everyone happy.

Cao's second sister-in-law said politely: "Then you have to be rich, otherwise you just know what the use of eating." ”

Chang Xiwang was suddenly unhappy, "You two in-laws know that they have joined forces to bully me, daughter-in-law, you have to help me too, we can't lose to the second brother and sister-in-law!" ”

The third sister-in-law Ding, who is usually the most quiet, couldn't help laughing at this time, and glanced at him, "The second brother and second sister-in-law are not wrong, how can I help you." ”

Chang Xiwang suddenly cried, "Why is my life so bitter!" None of the family was biased towards me! Niuniu, when you grow up, you have to feel sorry for your father. ”

Chang Xiwang was not afraid of being embarrassed, he was pretending to cry wolf howl, and he picked up Niuniu and threw it up, only giggling Niuniu happily.

Seeing this, the children also came over and made a fuss with Chang Xiwang, one wanted to hold his legs and the other to pull his clothes, and they also wanted to throw them high. Chang Xiwang lived up to expectations and threw a few small ones all over, and even the acacia seeds did not fall, causing the children to giggle.

The adults were also infected by the laughter of the children and smiled. The hard work of the day also dissipated in laughter.