The cold wind was blowing, and the sky was already covered in heavy snow.
The mountains near and far were decorated by snowflakes like white carpets. Several people in the house sat around the fire and sipped hot tea.
The five chubby little fellows were sleeping quietly in the crib beside the fire. They were covered with soft printed quilts, their little faces were rosy, and they would occasionally smack their little mouths in their sleep.
Bai Susu looked at the babies lovingly. Whenever a naughty child kicked the blanket, she would gently tidy it up.
The few adults in the room did not break this rare silence. The big black cat and the little black dog also leaned against the warm fire, closing their eyes to recuperate.
Outside, the north was whistling. A large pile of winter solstice cured meat, chicken, and fish hung in front of the central room, swaying in the wind, adding a sense of wealth to the family.
A few small sparrows were chirping on the big tree at the door. They jumped on the tree and on the ground, fighting with the dozens of chickens for food on the ground.
Xu Ming stood up gently, took a large piece of bacon and half a chicken, and went to the kitchen to soak them in warm water. Then, he took out some fresh meat from the freezer that he had just bought to thaw them.
Today was the last day of the year, New Year's Eve.
Everyone started to get busy for today's reunion dinner.
Li Xiaoyao and Fahai each wore a straw raincoat and carried two large baskets out. The snow was too heavy. They had to go to the cultivated vegetable field to cut a few cabbages and get some vegetables and radishes.
It was the new year, so he had to prepare enough vegetables these few days.
Xu Ming was cooking two big hens in a big earthen pot in the kitchen. Marinda and the babies loved to drink soup, so they couldn't miss out on this.
He stood by the chopping board, memorizing the dishes that he was going to prepare today. He took a pen and carefully recorded them.
This year's New Year's Eve was Xu Ming's busiest New Year's Eve, and it was also the happiest day of his life.
A few days ago, Li Xiaoyao went to Bai Susu's hometown. After asking around, he found out that her parents had moved to the city a long time ago. He was going to secretly send some money. Bai Susu was calm. Her memories and feelings before her rebirth were slowly blurring, and she couldn't find the reason. Instead, the days after she gave birth were unforgettable.
Li Xiaoyao's hometown was in another province, so he had already informed them and sent some money over.
A strong fragrance of chicken soup wafted from the kitchen. The little guy in the crib slowly woke up, perhaps because he had smelled it or because he had slept enough. His small eyes rolled as he looked at his mother.
These little fellows were becoming more and more obedient. They seemed to understand that it was not easy for the adults to raise them. It was not because he was hungry, thirsty, or uncomfortable. He basically did not cry. Instead, he laughed a lot, making this hard-earned family full of joy.
"Aiyo, you're all awake. Grandpa brought you chicken soup to cool you down.”Xu Ming came over halfway and saw that the children had woken up. He ran into the kitchen again.
Bai Susu took out a few small milk bottles and poured some warm water for the babies. Now that they were drinking from the milk bottles, Bai Susu felt much more relaxed. Looking at the row of children drinking water seriously, Bai Susu smiled. This was the best gift that God had given her.
When Xu Ming brought out a few small bowls of chicken soup and placed them on the table, Li Xiaoyao and Fahai also came back with two baskets full of vegetables.
After everyone washed their hands, they picked up the chicken soup. When these children woke up, they wanted to eat and drink.
"Come, I'll feed the fifth girl. Let him watch the fourth baby first, hahaha.”Li Xiaoyao said.
"Look at his eyes. Second Baby, can you bear to do that?”Xu Ming laughed.
"Come, come, you and your sister can feed him together. Haha, don't be anxious. This spoonful of younger sister's.”
"Hehehe, I'll give you this spoon too.”
"Her little eyes are moving around, and she's even looking at the bowls one by one.”
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After the babies finished the chicken soup, they fell asleep again. Xu Ming ran to the kitchen ahead of time and asked everyone to help bring the stir-fried dishes. After stir-frying two more vegetables, it would be ready to eat.
After all the dishes were served, the men poured wine for Bai Susu.
"Come, today is New Year's Eve. Cheers, everyone.”Xu Ming took the lead and raised his glass.
"Come, cheers."
Hehehe, everyone, happy holidays, farewell to the old and welcome the new.”
"Amitabha. This Penniless Monk, what should I say? Good, good."
"Hahaha, Master, your every word is golden.”
"Come, masters, Susu and I toast you. Haha, master, you've led us astray.”
" Come, Master, Master, I wish you good health."
"Patrons, good, good. Amitabha..."
Fahai's toast added a different flavor to the festival...
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