New ink fragrance in old times

Chapter 186 I am destined to be a hard worker

When Lin Xuebo heard this, his heart skipped a beat. He quickly apologized and said, "Oh, wife, I was wrong. I shouldn't have stayed in the mountains for so long and made everyone worry. I promise I'll come back earlier next time."

Lu Yue didn't respond directly to his apology, but changed the subject and asked, "Did you go to dig out a hornet's nest?"

When Lin Xuebo heard this, he thought to himself, "Oh no! My wife is really a prophet." But he still said stubbornly, "Wife, you are really a prophet. Nothing can be hidden from you."

When Lu Yue heard this, she was furious and raised her voice a few degrees: "It would be fine if you went with your second brother, but you brought these little ones with you. If anything happens, you will really stir up a hornet's nest!"

Lin Xuebo quickly defended himself, "We didn't let the little ones go. They hid far away and are absolutely safe."

Lu Yue glared at him and said unhappily, "Stop talking nonsense. My second sister-in-law is still pregnant. We're lucky that everyone is safe and sound today. You're really messing around! It's obvious that you were the one who instigated this."

Seeing that Lu Yue was serious, Lin Xuebo quickly put away his smile and said seriously, "I understand, wife, I will never be so reckless again."

Lu Yue was relentless, "You are not allowed to go into the mountains anymore. Do you understand? It's very dangerous there. If you encounter any wild animals, the consequences will be disastrous."

Lin Xuebo nodded repeatedly: "Wife, you are really amazing. You can even guess this. Don't worry, I will definitely listen to you in the future."

At this point, Lin Xuebo suddenly noticed something strange in Lu Yue's eyes. With a thought in his mind, he asked tentatively, "Wife, do my parents... know about this too?"

Lu Yue nodded, with a hint of helplessness in her tone: "I know it all, and Mom and Dad must have guessed it too. Otherwise, why would we all be waiting in the yard? If you don't come back, Mom and Dad are going to send someone to look for you."

When Lin Xuebo heard this, he suddenly realized: "No wonder, Dad and Mom were calling me just now, no wonder I felt something was wrong."

Lu Yue sighed and said, "Otherwise, what do you think? If it weren't for my brother-in-law and the others, you and my second brother would probably... Well, let's not talk about this anymore. Anyway, think twice before you act in the future."

Lin Xuebo looked at Lu Yue gratefully. "I understand. Thank you, my wife, for intervening on my behalf. I was wrong this time. I will be more careful about my safety in the future."

Seeing his sincerity, Lu Yue's anger gradually subsided, and she turned to business: "We were supposed to be hulling soybeans today, but you guys haven't come back yet, and the soybeans are still drying in the backyard."

When Lin Xuebo heard this, he couldn't help but feel a little annoyed, but then he smiled and said, "Just leave it there. You can take it off anytime anyway. There's no need to rush."

Lu Yue shook her head and said seriously, "Your mind is still in the mountains. Even though it's winter, we still have to take care of the corn and soybeans in the backyard. These are the main crops of our family. Don't confuse the priorities."

Lin Xuebo's expression froze, and he nodded solemnly: "My wife is right, I was negligent. My second brother and I won't go into the mountains until these things at home are sorted out. Tomorrow morning, I will take everyone to collect soybeans."

Seeing that he finally understood, Lu Yue felt relieved and her tone became much softer: "It's good that you know."

Seeing Lin Xuebo still standing there in a daze, Lu Yue frowned slightly, and said with a mixture of urging and tenderness in her tone:

"What are you standing there for? Go help in the backyard. The sun will be setting soon. It will be bad if you delay."

Lin Xuebo finally woke up from his dream and quickly nodded in agreement with a somewhat flattering smile on his face: "Okay, wife, I'll go right away."

Seeing him move, Lu Yue added, "Remember to wash your hands. Don't run to the backyard covered in dust and sweat, or you'll contaminate our food."

Lin Xuebo smiled and agreed: "I understand, wife, I will go wash my hands now and make sure they are clean before going to help in the backyard."

After saying that, he turned and walked quickly towards the kitchen, muttering to himself as he walked, "This daughter-in-law is really becoming more and more attentive. She even reminds me about trivial things like washing my hands."

When he arrived in the kitchen, Lin Xuebao carefully fetched water and scrubbed his hands carefully until he was sure that his hands were clean. Then he nodded with satisfaction and walked towards the backyard humming a little tune.

Zhao Yue'e gently stirred the steaming, fragrant noodle soup in the pot with a spoon, looked up at Lin Mo and Lin Sizhe not far away, and whispered:

"Sanlang, Silang, you two good kids, go call your grandfather and the others to come for dinner. The meal is almost ready and it's hot."

Lin Mo and Lin Sizhe answered in unison: "Okay, Grandma, we'll go right away."

After saying that, the two of them skipped out of the kitchen.

"Third Aunt! Third Aunt!"

Lin Mo's voice was clear and pleasant, echoing in the quiet courtyard, instantly breaking the tranquility around him.

Lu Yue, who was teasing Xiao He'er in her arms in the yard, was startled by the sudden sound. She looked up and saw that it was Lin Mo and Lin Sizhe.

A gentle smile appeared on Lu Yue's face, and she asked, "What's the matter, Sanlang? Why is it so urgent?"

Lin Sizhe added, "Grandma asked us to call you for dinner, Aunt San."

Lu Yue nodded and said with a smile, "I see, Sanlang, your mother is resting in the house, and everyone else is busy in the backyard. I'll carry He'er in first."

Lin Mo nodded sensibly: "Okay, Third Aunt, we got it."

So, Lin Mo turned and walked towards Han Suniang's room, gently pushed open the door, and saw Han Suniang leaning on the bed, looking a little tired.

Lin Mo said softly, "Mom, the meal is ready. Grandma asked us to call you. If you are tired, lie down for a while. I will go talk to Grandma."

Han Suniang shook her head: "It's okay, Sanlang, I'll get up right away. Go tell your grandma, I'll be right here."

On the other side, Lin Sizhe had already run to the backyard and shouted to Lin Wenhong, Lin Xuejin, and Lin Xuebo who were busy, "Grandpa, Second Uncle, Third Uncle, it's time for dinner!"

Lin Wenhong looked up and saw that it was Lin Sizhe. He smiled and said, "I see, Silang, I'll be right there."

When Lin Mo and Lin Sizhe returned to the kitchen, Zhao Yue'e had already served everyone a bowl of noodle dumpling soup. The soup was steaming hot and fragrant, making people salivate.

When Zhao Yue'e saw the two of them coming back, she called out, "Hurry up and eat! This dumpling soup is just out of the pot. It's too hot. Be careful not to burn your mouth."

Lin Mo and Lin Sizhe found a place to sit down, picked up their spoons, and couldn't wait to start enjoying this simple but warm dinner.

The noodle dumpling soup has a soft and sticky texture and a delicious soup base, which makes people linger in the aftertaste.

Zhao Yue'e looked at the sky outside and suggested, "I think the sun is setting. We should hurry to harvest the crops in the backyard, otherwise it will be dark soon and we won't be able to see anything."

Lin Xuejin swallowed a mouthful of soup and continued, "Don't worry, Mom. Except for the beans drying on the ground, the rest have been collected. I'll dry them for another day, and we'll shell them tomorrow."

Zhao Yue'e nodded approvingly: "It's good that you accepted it. I feel relieved."

After saying that, Zhao Yue'e stopped talking and lowered her head to continue enjoying the noodle dumpling soup in the bowl.

After eating and drinking, Lin Mo felt a sense of satisfaction in his heart, but it was immediately dispelled by the coldness of the night.

He looked up out the window and saw a bright moon hanging high in the sky, its silver light filling the entire courtyard, but it failed to dispel the chill in the air at all.

The weather is becoming more and more extreme now, with a huge temperature difference between morning and evening. When you get up in the morning, the water in the tank has frozen, but it is very warm at noon, and at night it is so cold that it is difficult to fall asleep.

The adults of the Lin family were still gathered around the fire. For Lin Mo, the moment he left the fire, the cold followed him like a shadow, so he decided to wash up early and get into bed.

Lin Mo sighed, washed up, and returned to the house, finding a comfortable position to lie down on the bed. After a while, the warmth inside the quilt formed a sharp contrast with the cold outside, making Lin Mo feel at ease.

Lying on the bed, Lin Mo's thoughts began to drift away. He was wondering what he would be assigned to do tomorrow.

Thinking back to the last time I peeled soybeans, I almost used up all my strength, using my hands and scissors to peel the soybeans out of the pods little by little. The hard work and fatigue I felt at that time are still vivid in my mind.

Thinking of this, Lin Mo closed his eyes and decided to go to bed early and stay in good spirits. After tomorrow he would probably have to get up early and work late again.

I am destined to be a hard worker.