Princess of Nongmen

Chapter 34 Visiting Liu's Father
"Ah, the second sister is really amazing." If Liu Shu was not still holding his precious fishing rod in his hand, he would have applauded Liu Ya.

"Well, the fish is not small, but it's just an ordinary carp. It has many spines and an earthy smell, and it's not very tasty." Liu Ya looked at the fish and seemed not very satisfied.

Liu Shu didn't expect the second sister to be picky, so she laughed "Puchi" and said, "Is it disgusting to eat fish? When did the second sister become picky eaters? Before that, the second sister was so hungry that she almost ate earthworms. "

Hearing what Liu Shu said, Liu Ya's face blushed, and she couldn't help distinguishing: "I was still stupid at that time. Don't mention the past."

In fact, Liu Ya felt that such a day was real and beautiful, and it was quite interesting to be teased by Xiao Shuer from time to time.Simply, even her thoughts are much more pure, it's more like returning to the time of a teenage girl, she can be simple and happy.

In Xiaoshu'er's view, having this fish is considered a big harvest.He also promised Liu Xu'er to dig yam eggs back, otherwise there would be no staple food at night.

Then remembering that there was a big fat rabbit that Liu Ya had pickled yesterday, Liu Shu couldn't help but feel joyful, pulling Liu Ya and saying, "Second Sister, do you think our family is celebrating Chinese New Year tonight? It's just... ...I haven't eaten rice for a long time. If there is a bowl of white rice with meat and fish, it will really be Chinese New Year."

Speaking of this, Xiao Shu'er couldn't help but licked his lips, looking like a greedy cat.

Liu Ya smiled: "There will be, and there will be soon. Tomorrow, the second sister will go to make money, and maybe there will be white rice to eat in the evening."

"Ah, that's great!" Willow cried happily, waving the fishing rod in his hand.

Liu Ya was startled, not only was infected by Liu Shu's joy, but also did not expect Liu Shu to believe in herself like this.

After being happy for a while, Liu Shu said: "Second Sister, do you want to go elsewhere? If not, you can go dig yam eggs, and I will chop some firewood. I won't carry the firewood home today, and it will be stored in the cave. "

"Well, go and chop firewood. I'll go around and dig up any edible food." After Liu Ya finished speaking, she separated from Liu Shu.

Liu Ya was walking among the woods with a basket in her hand, and the sound of willow cutting firewood behind her was quite regular, which sounded very energetic.Anyway, Liu Ya is in a good mood now, and feels that everything is good.

There are many yams and yam eggs in this mountain.Pay attention carefully, there are some seasonings that can be used in cooking, such as fennel, star anise, and cardamom.

As Liu Ya walked, she dug out what she needed when she saw it, and dug a basket full.It is estimated that there will be no problem after eating for three days, so I stopped.

Liu Ya felt that her waist was a little sore, and it was also because of bending over for too long.He simply supported a big tree to stand up straight, and leaned back vigorously, allowing his bent waist to move properly.

Unexpectedly, when Liu Ya raised her head, she saw a beehive hanging from the branch of this tree, which was the size of a washbasin.There were bees flying in and out all the time, making it very lively.

"This mountain is really full of treasures." Liu Ya sighed secretly, and when she walked forward, she paid special attention to the trees, and found two more beehives.

Liu Ya has no plans to take honey now, but she has secretly noted down the location of the beehive, which will be useful in the future.

When Liu Ya came back again, she saw that the willow tree had bundled the firewood and was transporting it to the cave.Because there is a storage place, the willow tree cuts more firewood than usual, and there is no need to worry about not being able to carry it when going down the mountain.

"Second Sister, your idea is really good. Keeping the firewood here can cut a lot more than usual. Why didn't I think of it before." Liu Shu said, and scratched the back of his head.

"In the future, learn more from Second Sister." Liu Ya was not humble at all, ready to go home with Liu Shu with a smile on her face.

Because the Liu family is poor, they only eat two meals a day.Now the sun is westward, and after walking for such a long day, Liu Ya feels very hungry.

Liu Ya took Liu Shu's little hand, and the other hand held the basket. In the basket was a full basket of yams, condiments, and a big carp. The two siblings happily walked home.

Going back from this small path down the mountain is directly to the backyard of the Liu family.But Liu's house didn't have a back door, so Liu Ya and Liu Shu walked half a circle and went home.

The yard has been tidied up, and the shelf of dried wild vegetables that Liu Dongmei overturned in the morning has also been lifted up.The wild vegetables were dried on it again, and the bucket was put back to the well.

Looking at the very clean courtyard and the rows of washed clothes drying in the yard, Liu Ya knew that Liu Xu'er made them.Involuntarily, my heart softened.Considering that Liu Xu'er is still a 13-year-old girl after all, it's not easy to be so capable.

Thinking of this, Liu Ya looked at the room where Liu's father lived.Except for the first day when she was able to go to the ground, she heard a few words from the paralyzed man at the door, Liu Ya didn't go in these two days.Even when I cooked the meals myself, I asked Willow or Liu Xuer to deliver them.Liu Ya felt that she was too indifferent in this family?
After all, it is a family, and if I can accept Liu Shu at once, I should try to get close to all the members of the family.Being able to find the family warmth that she has never felt before here also gave Liu Ya a faint expectation.

"Xiao Shu'er, can you wash fish?" Liu Ya asked Liu Shu who was putting down firewood.

"Yes. In fact, I know a lot. Second sister, rest while I clean up the fish." Willow agreed, put away the firewood, and ran into the kitchen with the fish.

Liu Ya's heart warmed up, watching the willow tree scoop water from the water tank, and then put the fish in the wooden basin to carefully scrape the scales, dig out the gills and put them away, Liu Ya turned and walked to the door of Liu's father.

Liu Ya raised her hand, bent her fingers twice, and needed some courage to ring.

After knocking on the door, Liu Dacheng asked, "Is it a tree?"

"It's me, Ya'er." Liu Ya agreed, and pushed open the door.His throat was choked, as if he had been stuffed with a ball of cotton.But Liu Ya still took a deep breath and called out "Father".

"Ah? Ya'er..." Liu Dacheng was stunned for a moment, then looked up to see Liu Ya standing at the door, and the half-woven basket in her hand fell to the ground.

Liu Ya hurried in and helped Liu Dacheng pick up the dropped basket.When handing it to Liu Dacheng, he couldn't help but praise: "This is the one that fell flat in the morning, right? It's pretty good after cleaning up like this."

"Well, yes. In fact, my basket weaving skill is still there, but my fingers are stiff and I can't control it. Otherwise, I can weave some bamboo baskets and large baskets to supplement the family." Liu Dacheng took the basket and couldn't help sighing. .

(End of this chapter)