Chapter 697 Liu Ping'an 3
In this warm atmosphere, once Zhang Guifang made this suggestion, it was like a stone thrown into a calm lake, which immediately caused ripples and was echoed by everyone. The uncle, who always had a kind face on weekdays, smiled even more. He squinted his eyes slightly, nodded gently, and said with a sense of approval from the heart: "Well, this is a good idea, it's really great! It feels so different to hold a birthday party in our courtyard full of life. The courtyard is a symbol of home. Holding a banquet here, there is a strong sense of home everywhere, which makes people feel warm in their hearts. Moreover, the scene must be very lively. Our relatives and friends are usually busy with their own things, and we haven't gathered together for a long time. It's just a rare opportunity for Xiaoyue to come to celebrate her birthday. Everyone sits together and has a good chat, talking about those things that we didn't have time to say on weekdays, and we can also take the opportunity to keep in touch. This is so exciting."
Third Aunt, who has always been warm-hearted and very attentive to cooking, also hurriedly replied, "Yes, yes, since we are going to hold a birthday party, we have to prepare the food well. I have already started to think about it. I want to make some sweet soup that children love to eat. The sweet taste will surely make children love it. They will eat it mouthful after mouthful happily. And the longevity noodles with good meaning are also indispensable. These longevity noodles contain good wishes for Xiao Yuelai. I hope he can grow up healthy and peacefully, and have a smooth life in the future. Every time I eat longevity noodles, I can feel full of blessings around me. I must let Xiao Yuelai eat well and grow up healthy."
Xiaoxia and Xiaoyan, two lively and lovely girls, chattered about the birthday like two happy birds, and they seemed to be happier than their own birthdays. Xiaoxia's eyes sparkled, and she said excitedly with anticipation: "We can also prepare a big cake for Xiaoyue, a very beautiful one, with a delicate and beautiful candle on it. When we blow out the candles, everyone will sing the birthday song together. The atmosphere will definitely be very interesting. Xiaoyue will be so cute when she closes her eyes and makes a wish. Just thinking about it makes me feel beautiful."
Xiaoyan also nodded and agreed, "Yes, yes, yes, delicious food is not enough. We also need to prepare a nice new set of clothes for Xiaoyue. We need to choose clothes that are new and fit him well. He will look handsome that day, like a little prince, standing among everyone and becoming the most eye-catching little guy. This way, the whole birthday party will be perfect."
In this way, everyone started a heated discussion, with joy on everyone's face, and the smile was as bright as the flowers blooming in spring. The laughter and joy echoed in the yard, like a cheerful piece of music, lingering in every corner of the courtyard, and like a pair of warm hands, making this ordinary night even warmer and sweeter, making the courtyard full of a strong sense of happiness, as if even the air was filled with the factor of happiness.
Liu Pingan sat there quietly, looking at his son who was sleeping soundly in his arms with gentle and focused eyes. The little guy was immersed in a sweet dream at this time, and his rosy little face was like a ripe red apple. Under the soft reflection of the watery moonlight, it was faintly glowing, which made him look even more lovely. People couldn't help but want to pinch him gently at a glance.
His little hands were unconsciously clenched into fists, as if he was holding something precious, or as if he was experiencing something interesting in his dream and was gathering his energy to take part in it. He looked like he was having an extremely sweet dream, and just looking at him made people feel soft and full of joy.
Liu Pingan turned slightly and looked at his family members who were all smiling. The smiles on those familiar faces were so sincere, and every smile seemed to hide the deep love for this family and each other. The smiles were so warm, just like the warm sun in winter, shining directly into Liu Pingan's heart, making him completely wrapped in this warm atmosphere.
At this moment, he felt as if his heart was slowly filled with honey. The sweet feeling spread from the bottom of his heart little by little, filling every corner of his body and making him full of happiness, as if all the troubles in the world had disappeared in this instant, and all that was left was this extremely precious and beautiful picture before his eyes.
He knew very well that life was never smooth sailing, just like the rough sea, there would always be waves from time to time. In the days to come, no matter how many challenges and difficulties there would be, they would be like mountains standing in front of him, whether they were trivial problems in life, or the many obstacles that might be encountered at work, or other unexpected setbacks.
But as long as the family is united, just like now everyone is sitting together, planning for Xiao Yuelai's birthday party in a lively and concerted manner, everyone actively contributes their ideas, everyone speaks at once, there is no barrier at all, no calculations, there is only love and care for this family and Xiao Yuelai.
As long as they can keep this state, nothing can stop them from moving forward. No matter how steep the mountain road is, they can support each other and climb over it step by step; no matter how turbulent the river is, they can work together to build a bridge and cross it steadily; no matter how dark the night is, they can snuggle together and use each other's love and warmth to illuminate the way forward.
They will surely be able to go through every difficulty hand in hand and usher in a better tomorrow, so that this home will always be filled with love and laughter, and become the warmest and most nostalgic harbor in this complicated world. No matter how strong the wind and rain outside are, as long as they return to this home, they can feel endless peace of mind and happiness.
Early the next morning, Liu Ping'an went to the Red Star Steel Rolling Mill.
He reported the progress and future plans of the farm to the leader in detail. The leader was very satisfied and immediately expressed his full support for the construction of the farm in Qinjia Village. Liu Ping'an felt relieved. He knew that with the support of the factory, the development of the farm would be smoother.
After a busy day at the steel mill, Liu Ping'an walked out with a brisk pace. At this time, the bright sunshine was like a layer of golden gauze, just falling on his shoulders. The strands of light, with the unique warmth of early autumn, gently caressed him, as if it was a gentle gift from nature to him. The warmth was not hot, but it just dispelled the remaining fatigue in his body, making him immersed in a comfortable and comfortable feeling. Liu Ping'an couldn't help but stop, raised his head slightly, and took a deep breath of the fresh air. There seemed to be some faint floral scent in the air. It was the unique breath of early autumn, mixed with the fragrance of the soil, and penetrated into his nasal cavity and penetrated into his heart and lungs, making him feel refreshed.
In this beautiful atmosphere, Liu Ping'an's heart was full of visions for the future. His thoughts were like a wild horse running free, and he began to fantasize wantonly. He thought, when the farm he had carefully prepared really develops, what a lively and beautiful scene it will be. By then, the farm will be full of vitality, crops will thrive, and the poultry and livestock will be fat and strong. The various agricultural products produced will be continuously transported to various places, which will not only bring considerable income to the farm, but also drive the entire economic development of Qinjia Village. The villagers in the village no longer have to worry about their livelihoods. Every household can live a rich and stable life. Children can study with peace of mind in spacious and bright classrooms, and the elderly can sit leisurely in the yard to bask in the sun, chat about family matters, with happy smiles on their faces. Moreover, the development of the farm can become another warm topic when the family reunites. Every time the family sits together and talks about the little changes in the farm, the efforts made and the results harvested, everyone will feel sincerely proud and happy. This emotion that comes from common struggle is like a tough and warm bond, which ties the hearts of family members together tightly, makes the family atmosphere more harmonious, and makes the family affection deeper.
With such a beautiful vision in mind, Liu Pingan returned home. As soon as he entered the house, he saw his wife Zhang Guifang was already busy. She was gathered with several warm-hearted neighbors, chattering and discussing, and everyone had a serious and focused look on their faces. It turned out that they were meticulously refining every detail of the birthday party based on what everyone discussed last night. How to place the table, how to match the dishes, and what style of decoration in the yard should be, these seemingly trivial but extremely important things, they all considered one by one, without any carelessness.
Seeing Liu Ping'an coming back, Zhang Guifang's smiling face suddenly became more radiant. She smiled and waved to Liu Ping'an enthusiastically, her voice full of joy: "Ping'an, come and have a look. We are going to decorate the yard like this. What do you think?" Liu Ping'an heard his wife's call and hurriedly walked forward. When he got closer, he saw a yard layout full of festive atmosphere on the drawing on the table. It was carefully wrapped with colorful ribbons, which seemed to flutter in the breeze, revealing a lively beauty. There were also red lanterns hanging in various corners of the yard. At night, after lighting up, the whole yard would be illuminated red, which was particularly festive. A spacious open space has been reserved in the center of the yard. From the layout, you can tell at a glance that it is prepared for Xiao Yuelai's birthday cake and performance. When the time comes, Xiao Yuelai will stand there, blowing out the candles, accepting everyone's blessings, and performing a few cute little shows. That scene will be so interesting.
"Great, you guys are so thoughtful." Liu Ping'an looked at the carefully planned layout in front of him and praised it sincerely, and a warm current surged in his heart. He deeply realized that this home has become so solid and warm because of these ordinary and warm daily lives. Every gathering, every planning, even if it is just a few simple family conversations, is the transmission of family affection and the gathering of love, just like brick by brick, slowly building up this extremely warm and solid fortress of home, so that no matter how much wind and rain he has experienced outside, as long as he returns to this home, he can instantly find that sense of security and belonging, and feel full of happiness.
In the following days, the whole courtyard was like a magic, completely immersed in a busy and joyful atmosphere. The adults were not idle, and each of them was like a clockwork top, busy all the time. Before daybreak, several uncles and aunts went out to buy ingredients. They first went to the vegetable market closest to their home, shuttled through the bustling vegetable market, and carefully selected each dish. The fresh and tender vegetables must be the freshest and most juicy, with morning dew in their hands; the lively fish and shrimp must be the freshest, constantly fluttering in the basin, as if showing their vitality; and the pieces of fat and lean pork are satisfying to look at. While selecting, they also bargained with the stall owners, just to buy the most cost-effective ingredients, so that the dishes for the birthday party will be more abundant and delicious.
The aunts and sisters at home were busy decorating the venue. They took out all the ribbons and lanterns they had accumulated during the weekdays, and then began to show their skills. Some stood on stools and carefully hung the ribbons in various corners of the yard, making them cross and entwine to create a colorful and gorgeous feeling; some carefully wiped the lanterns, wiped them clean and spotless, and then hung them up one by one, and adjusted their positions from time to time to achieve the most perfect effect. While they were busy, they also had a heated discussion, and laughter echoed in the yard. Everyone's face was filled with full expectations for this birthday party.
The children were even more excited. They were like a group of happy little birds, running around in the yard excitedly, and kept shouting: "It's Xiaoyue's birthday, it's Xiaoyue's birthday!" They were not idle either, scrambling to help pass things. One of them handed scissors to the adults who were hanging ribbons, and the other ran to the elders who were setting the table with a stack of decorative colored paper. Occasionally, they would laugh and make a scene because of a small matter, such as someone accidentally knocking something off someone else's hand, or someone rushing to do the same thing. The laughter was clear and loud, rising and falling in the yard, like a cheerful piece of music, adding a bit of liveliness to the busy atmosphere.
Xiaoyue came, after all, he was still young, he didn't quite understand the meaning of the birthday party, he just opened his big watery eyes, curiously watching the busy adults, watching the brothers and sisters laughing and playing. But when he saw everyone's faces were filled with happy smiles, the cheerful atmosphere was like magic, and he also laughed, that innocent smile, like the brightest sunshine in spring, without the slightest impurity, shining straight into everyone's heart, infecting everyone, making everyone look at him and laugh, and he also laughed more happily.
In this way, in everyone's expectation, the birthday party finally arrived. On this day, the courtyard seemed to be touched by a fairy waving a magic wand, and was decorated with colorful and beautiful colors. The ribbons were gently dancing in the breeze, just like a group of fairies in colorful clothes dancing in the air, with light and graceful postures; the lanterns, emitting soft light, were bright red, illuminating the whole courtyard and creating a warm and romantic atmosphere. The whole courtyard seemed to have suddenly turned into a dreamy fairy tale world, making people feel as if they were in the beautiful scenes described in fairy tales, full of surprises and longings.
Little Yuelai was wearing a brand new set of clothes, which were carefully selected and hand-sewn by the aunts. The style was novel and fit, making him look even cuter and more handsome. He was surrounded by everyone, like a beloved little prince, and walked step by step to the center of the yard. His little face was filled with curiosity and excitement. He looked at the ribbons hanging here and the lanterns over there, with sparkling eyes, as if he had discovered a brand new wonderful world in this small yard.