The little dumpling is five and a half years old, which made his father so angry that his head split

After having a comfortable bed and a quick wash, everyone took a nap.

After a good night's sleep, one feels much better.

About two hours later, they were able to eat a hot meal.

It was quite a feast.

A big pot of sour soup with pig's feet.

There are also quite a few side dishes inside.

The waiter placed the dishes in the restaurant.

It was also a place specifically for entertaining leaders.

"You're lucky; your family just slaughtered a pig for the New Year, so there's plenty of meat."

It smelled delicious, and since everyone had had their fill of the food on the train, they couldn't resist taking a bite to try it.

Sour and spicy!

The only thing left at the entrance was pure bliss.

Old Shen was quite satisfied with the meal.

"Comrade, the cook's skills are really good, we're quite satisfied. How much is this pot?"

The waiter's smile became even more genuine upon hearing the compliment.

"There's a real, big pork leg inside, weighing three or four pounds, plus all the other stuff, so I'll give you eight yuan."

In a place where the average monthly salary is only 20 or 30 yuan, a meal like this is considered extremely expensive.

The item is nice, but it's not worth eight yuan.

Old Shen looked at his grandson and asked him to continue.

Having lived together for a long time, Shen Yi and his grandson had developed a very good working relationship.

"Grandpa, this dish is quite delicious, and there's a good amount of meat, but if we eat this for a few more meals, we might have to walk home."

"I think I'll eat vegetarian tomorrow. I can't afford it, I can't afford it..."

Shen Yi spoke naturally, with a slightly exaggerated expression.

Li Tian and his sister smiled at each other.

They can afford a pot of meat for eight yuan, but that price was entirely set by the waiter. They readily agreed now, but will it be ten yuan tomorrow?

Even if you have money, you can't just wait to be ripped off; being too generous might bring trouble.

Never complain about being poor, but never flaunt your wealth either.

Old Shen smiled and looked at the waiter.

He wouldn't care if the price wasn't so inflated.

The waiter smiled and glanced at the group.

"When you're traveling, you can't neglect yourself. How can you travel if you don't have the energy?"

"How about this, eight yuan, and I'll also include breakfast for tomorrow."

Seeing that Old Shen nodded, Liu Wei took out eight yuan from his pocket.

The waiter took the money, smiled, and left.

Although Liu Wei wasn't particularly tall or strong, he had seen blood on the battlefield, and his eyes were noticeably different from ordinary people's, making him look like someone you wouldn't want to mess with.

No fool would dare to provoke someone like that.

His documents and a large sum of money were all kept with him.

Of course, the others also had money, but not much.

After dinner, everyone washed up and went to bed early.

I should cherish the fact that I can still sleep soundly in bed for two nights.

The next day, the sun came out and it was a bright, sunny day.

The waiter prepared cornbread and multigrain porridge for us.

It's simple, but it tastes good.

"Comrade, when is the market day here?"

The waiter was taken aback, thinking to himself that this outsider was actually familiar with the place.

At least that's a question that doesn't come from an uninformed person.

"You guys are lucky, today is market day."

Old Shen smiled.

"We're really lucky. We ate out for lunch. Please prepare a pot of sour soup pork for me tonight. It's still eight yuan for two meals."

The waiters are satisfied as long as they can still make money.

The room fee wasn't much, but the food expenses were all his own; if he didn't earn it, someone else would.

"I will definitely make everyone satisfied."

"The policies are good now, there are a lot of people on the streets, and quite a few vendors."

Seeing that the waiter was quite patient, Mr. Shen asked again.

"Who are the main ethnic minorities in our area? Are there any taboos associated with them?"

The waiter was a little impatient, but he still spoke up.

"It's mainly the Hani people. If it's just buying and selling, being polite is fine. But some older villagers may not understand Mandarin, so there might be some communication barriers."

"If you are visiting someone's home, you should pay attention to the order of toasting and the custom of 'chicken head' (a symbol of good fortune in Chinese cuisine)."

"The toasting begins with the oldest person, and then proceeds counter-clockwise to pour wine for each person."

"The so-called chicken head custom is that the host will place the chicken head on the most honored guest's plate. The guest should accept it with both hands and then pass it on to the elders present. It is best not to eat it himself."

The waiter left after saying all that, afraid they would keep asking questions.

We could talk about customs all day long.

Although Li Tian and the others had read the book, they still listened attentively and each remembered what they had read.

Some customs may not be understood, but they must be respected.

This is why Mr. Shen asked these questions.

After eating and drinking their fill, the group was full of energy.

Old Shen is in good health and has recovered somewhat.

"Today is mainly for rest and relaxation. Everyone should take this opportunity to experience the local customs and culture of this place."

"The temperature difference here is huge. You need to wear a cotton-padded coat in the morning and evening, and short sleeves at noon."

"Wearing short sleeves is a bit much, but you should still wear a sweater or thin cardigan under your cotton-padded jacket so you can take it off if you get hot. Don't wear pants that are too thick, as they're inconvenient to take off and change."

If you don't listen to the old man, you will suffer.

The group obediently went back to their rooms to change their clothes.

It was a bit chilly when I woke up this morning; I was definitely wearing too many layers.

Once the sun comes out, it will definitely get hot if you take a walk.

Since the weather was nice, I also washed and hung up the dirty clothes I had changed out of yesterday.

Shen Yi washed the clothes of the grandfather and grandson, while Li Tian and the others washed their own clothes. The brother and sister did not ask Liu Wei to do it for them.

After washing the clothes, I took my valuables with me and happily went out.

We went to the street the waiter had mentioned.

If we talk about the differences between Yunnan and Guizhou and the north, the first thing is the climate, and the most obvious difference is in the plants.

Of course, these differences were already immediately apparent on the train.

In the bleak winters of the north, apart from pines and cypresses, there are virtually no other green plants to be seen outdoors.

But once you cross the Qinling-Huaihe line, the area outside the southwest railway line is all pleasing greenery.

This surprised and delighted the native northerner.

Li Tian had seen it, and Shen Yi had also seen it.

Li Muchen was overjoyed to see such a view for the first time; it was rare for a young man to be so openly delighted. He leaned against the window and stared out for a long time.

You can learn these things from books, but seeing them with your own eyes is completely different.

The surprise, in particular, is imprinted in my mind and touches my heartstrings.

So now, after leaving the guesthouse, seeing the green trees, green grass, and even the green crops and mountains in the distance, it feels as if I've become part of it.

When you get close enough to touch it, the joy becomes more natural.

The current practice of going to the market is similar to that of going to the fair in the north, both being for the purpose of exchanging basic necessities.

It's purely a necessity of life.

There were no ubiquitous small commodities in Yiwu when the tourism industry was highly developed in later generations.

Here are a few pieces of cloth, there are a few bunches of vegetables...

The atmosphere was very lively.

Old Shen would only stop to look at herbs occasionally.

I'll just smell it, look at it, and then offer no comment.

The main purpose was to let Shen Yi make the distinction.

They naturally wouldn't buy it.

It is mainly for on-site teaching.

If you encounter someone easy to communicate with, they will also give you pointers on how to process herbs.

Soon, everyone selling medicine on the street knew that a miracle doctor who understood herbs had come to their area.

Medicine and medical treatment are interconnected.

An expert's skill is immediately apparent.

No matter how eloquently an outsider speaks, it's useless.