Reborn in the 60s, I hunt to support my family and even seduce the village beauty.

The girls had just finished eating the meat in their bowls when they set their sights on the hairy crabs.

"Big pot, how am I supposed to eat this? I can't even bite into it." Xiu'er's little mouth was full of saliva as she gnawed on the crab, but she hadn't gotten a single piece of meat, and she was getting a little anxious.

With so many guests around, Chang Kun didn't have time to feed the little girls crabs. He just helped them break off the crab claws: "Take them and play with them."

"You can play like this?" The little girls' eyes lit up immediately.

"I'll clamp you, I'll clamp you..."

With crab legs as their new toys, the little ones chased each other around the courtyard, their laughter echoing.

The usually deserted courtyard house suddenly became incredibly lively; this is the place called "warm pot".

After the meal, everyone chatted and drank tea, looked at the jujube trees, and watched the fish swim. They all felt that this courtyard house was really great, and the Chang family must be very comfortable living there.

It was past noon, and everyone who was supposed to be at work went back to work, leaving only Cheng Min, who had taken leave, her aunt and uncle, and Yang Shunong and his wife to help tidy up.

"Uncle Yang, Uncle, there's still a lot of food left. Take it home and eat it tonight."

The two happily agreed, as they wouldn't normally have access to so much meat and vegetables.

Chang Kun took out a few lunchboxes and gave them to his aunt to pack the food. After hesitating for a moment, he said, "Aunt, how about letting Xiao Shui live in the city with us? She can go to school with Xiao Qing and the others later."

"Ah?!" Aunt looked at Chang Kun with a face full of surprise: "This...how can this be? Xiao Shui has been living in your house for so long."

"Aunt, look, once Xiaoshui goes back, she'll have to follow you up the mountain and down to the fields. The little girl is suffering every day, crawling around and getting all dirty..."

"But... isn't that how everyone in the village went through it? Every little child went through it."

In the end, Auntie was still a little reluctant to part with Xiaoshui. She hadn't seen Xiaoshui for a while, and when she suddenly saw her today, seeing her little girl looking so clean and tidy, she almost didn't recognize her.

Chang Kun pursed his lips, seeing what his aunt was thinking. After being a mother for a long time, she missed her daughter and was also afraid of becoming estranged from Xiao Shui, since her uncle only had this one little daughter.

Since that's the case, let's put aside the idea of ​​having Xiaoshui go to school with us for now, and see if we can arrange for Auntie to work at a state-run restaurant. That would make things much easier.

"Alright then...we'll talk about this later."

On the other side, Changmei's mother-in-law, Sun Xiaohong, was holding Xiaobao, her face all scrunched up with laughter. She hadn't seen her grandson for almost a month and missed him terribly.

"Xiaomei, shouldn't we bring Xiaobao home with us today?" We can't keep staying at your parents' house forever, that wouldn't be right!

Besides, their son is coming home from the army in the next few days, and he hasn't seen his grandson yet. The couple has been separated for so long, and they have a lot to talk about...

Chang Mei nodded: "Mom, let's go home together today. I've been staying at your parents' house for quite a while now."

No matter how reluctant I am, there's nothing I can do. Once you're married, you're no longer a child and can't do whatever you want.

Turning to look at the little girls running and jumping, then at my younger brother and parents, I knew it would be at least a few months before I saw them again.

Seeing that his older sister was in low spirits, Chang Kun leaned over and whispered to comfort her, "Sister, once your husband comes home, he'll probably be able to come to the city soon. We live close by, so you can come back anytime you want."

Thinking of her husband, Chang Mei smiled and said, "You know all about this. Jobs are so hard to come by these days. I don't even know where your brother-in-law will be assigned. We'll talk about it later."

"Hehe, just trust me. If all else fails, I'll take my brother-in-law up the mountain to hunt some game and pull some strings. We should be able to find him a good job."

Hearing this, Sun Xiaohong quickly chimed in, "Xiao Kun, that's great! I thank you for your concern on behalf of your brother-in-law! Come over for dinner in a few days when your brother-in-law comes back, and you two can chat."

Sun Xiaohong knew all too well how skilled Chang Kun was at hunting, having eaten a lot of meat exported from abroad. If her son could go with him to hunt and give as gifts, his job prospects shouldn't be a problem.

"Auntie, we're family, no need to thank me, you're too kind."

Chang Mei smiled broadly and patted Chang Kun on the shoulder: "Good job, little brother, your big sister didn't spoil you for nothing."

My younger brother really makes her proud. Not only has he become more capable, but he also takes great care of his family.

On the other side, Chang Kun overheard his mother arguing with his uncle and understood what was going on.

"Uncle, you can take the bicycle. Your parents won't use it at home; it'll just rust."

The uncle paused for a moment, then said, "But...but this is a bicycle! Nobody would lend it to me. You're just giving it to me for free, that won't do!"

"Hehe, who gave it to you? Just ride it. If my family needs it later, I'll ask you for it. It's settled then..."

My uncle was about to say something when my mother glared at him and said, "Why is it so hard to talk to you? Do you think my words have any effect?!"

The feeling of being dominated by his older sister since childhood suddenly welled up in his heart, and the younger uncle shrank back: "I'll listen to you, okay..."

After cleaning up the leftovers, my aunt called out, "Xiao Shui, let's go home."

Several young girls heard this and gathered around.

"Auntie, can Xiaoshui stay here?"

"We want to play with Xiaoshui."

Chang Qing and Chang Mu held Xiao Shui's hand tightly and wouldn't let go. They played together for many days in a row, bickering and making a ruckus. The two sisters got along very well.

Xiao Shui looked at Chang Kun with teary eyes. Didn't her older brother say she could stay here? Why won't Mother allow it?

Chang Kun couldn't bear to see the little girl cry, so he went up and patted Xiao Shui's hair: "Little Shui, stay home for a few days and then come back. Big brother will pinky swear with you."

"Pinky promise, never to change for a hundred years..." Xiao Shui hooked her little finger around Chang Kun's, her voice trembling with tears.

"Alright, let's go. We can come back to play another time. You're making me feel like a bad guy!" Auntie muttered, taking Xiaoshui's little hand in hers.

My daughter's face and hands are washed clean and tender, and she's dressed neatly and beautifully. I haven't seen her for many days, and I haven't had a chance to properly cherish her.

Once outside, the two families discussed the matter. Grandpa Yang and his wife, along with Chang Mei and Xiao Bao, got into the oxcart, and the uncle drove it home.

Auntie pushed her bicycle and carried Xiaoshui slowly home.

As she was leaving, Xiao Shui pouted and turned back to say goodbye to her friends. She looked at Chang Kun longingly, hoping that her older brother would let her come to the city to play soon. She hadn't seen the circus monkey show yet!

When Changmei said goodbye to her parents, they were also reluctant to part with her. In the past, they were so focused on feeding their family that they had no time to think about their children and their family ties.

Now that basic needs like food and clothing have been met, people's needs have indeed risen to a higher level, and they want more spiritual comfort.

After seeing everyone off, Chang Kun stretched and finally could relax. Moving house and hosting a housewarming party was quite tiring.

Liu Meifen nudged her son quietly and whispered, "Why are you stretching in broad daylight? Xiaomin is still here."

Cheng Min overheard this and smiled, "Preparing for these two banquets must be exhausting. I learned how to massage my temples at school, Chang Kun, would you like to give it a try?"