My 1995 Small Farm.

Chapter 275 Teasing the Son, the Trip After Mid-Autumn Festival

They sold the slender-scaled salmon and fighting fish in a daze.

Another two or three thousand yuan came into my hands.

Having recently made a lot of money, Han Ninggui and his companion left.

Chen Ling went back upstairs and, together with Wang Susu, took out all the money and counted it over and over again.

After counting their money, the young couple realized that they had already spent more than half of their money this year on renting land, renting mountains, building a farm, and other miscellaneous things.

Who would have thought that in just over half a year, my wallet would be bulging again, and I would almost earn back all the money I had spent.

After careful calculation, selling grain, alcohol, fish, and all sorts of other things like chicken, duck, eggs, and wild boar, it all adds up to nearly 30,000 yuan.

"You must have earned quite a bit during this period."

Chen Ling took a pen and drew on the paper, muttering something under his breath.

Wang Susu rolled her eyes at him. It was more than just a lot of money; other families wouldn't even dare to dream of such a sum. An ordinary farmer couldn't save up that much money in half a lifetime.

Indeed, even though everyone in the village says their family makes money quickly, when they talk to people from other villages, they exaggerate it as much as possible.

Some people say a single jar of wine sells for thousands or tens of thousands of yuan, while others claim they earn tens of thousands of yuan a day.

But in reality, they don't even believe themselves when they say such things; they just use Chen Ling as something to brag about in their village.

So they blew as loudly as they could, enjoying the wonderful thrill that the outsiders felt from being so shocked.

If they knew Chen Ling could really earn that much, they'd probably go crazy.

Moreover, this is only what I earned in three or four months. Once the year is over, I'm sure I'll earn even more.

The young wife had a clear understanding of the situation; she knew that selling wine was now the biggest source of income for her family.

So, they did their best, trying every possible way to help Chen Ling make the wine more varied and interesting.

Besides wine, kiwi wine, herbal wine, plum wine, persimmon wine, and snake and scorpion five-treasure wine.

We'll also get him some corn liquor and mead.

Mead, in particular, is a very distinctive wine.

Not only is it delicious and nourishing to the stomach, but it also has the elegant nickname of "Little Moutai," making it a favorite among mountain people.

And also...

This mead has the highest raw material cost of all wines.

The reason is.

This mead is made by diluting honey with water and then fermenting it into alcohol.

And honey...

It contains extremely high sugar content and extremely high osmotic pressure.

Microorganisms have difficulty multiplying and fermenting in honey.

This is also why honey doesn't spoil easily.

In the context of winemaking, this means that it's not easy to make wine.

In short, Wang Susu believed that the farm should not be built for nothing. Even though Chen Ling coaxed her by saying that the farm would definitely make money when their son grew up, she was unwilling to just watch it go.

She was thinking of working with Chen Ling to run the farm, so that she could finally relax and focus on opening her pharmacy in the village.

Chen Ling was indifferent to this; if his wife wanted to make more wine, then so be it.

However, he had his own ideas about mead.

So he said to her, "This afternoon I'll go up the mountain to catch some small-scaled fish, and while I'm at it, I'll look for beehives and get some honey. I'll get as much as I can, so besides what we usually eat, we can also make some mead."

Now selling alcohol has become a legitimate business that the whole family approves of.

Chen Ling naturally adjusted his attitude and began to take it seriously.

I care about it, but I don't care.

But it will be next year before we can make money from it.

The wine we have now, apart from the two jars we drink ourselves, will soon be sold out.

After all, when we brewed these wines, we never intended to sell them. Apart from the two large vats of wine and kiwi wine from last year, there were only a few jars of wine brewed by my father-in-law.

With such a small amount of wine, how can it possibly sell out?

As for the newly brewed wine, it won't be available for sale until after the start of the hottest period of summer next year.

"Okay, I found you a raincoat and rubber boots. The wild bees in the mountains are poisonous, so be careful not to get stung. After lunch, call your dad to come with you." Wang Susu was a little worried about him going into the mountains alone.

After all, Han Ninggui and the others said yesterday that there are many wild animals in the mountains, and they are very restless.

Chen Ling shook his head: "Dad doesn't need to come with me. I'll just wander around the area where we caught the fine-scaled fish last time, find a few beehives, and not go too deep."

Actually, he had looked for beehives on his previous trips into the mountains, but there were still too few beehives outside. Even if there was honey in the hive, it was too meager. It would be better to get honey from the cave.

"That's okay too."

Wang Susu thought that there were no problems nearby, so she felt relieved.

In early autumn, the air is no longer so hot and dry, and a slight coolness begins to emerge. A gentle breeze caresses the face, carrying the unique dryness of autumn.

The sky was a clear blue, with wispy clouds drifting like cotton wool, seemingly scattered by the autumn wind, creating a scene of vastness and tranquility that brought a sense of peace and comfort.

Eagles and falcons circled high in the blue sky, using their sharp eyes to search for prey on the ground.

Spring and autumn are the seasons when there are the most eagles in the sky.

The hawks at home have also been frequently going out early and returning late these past few days, hunting all over the place.

Chen Ling used a net to clear the fallen leaves from the ditch.

Upon discovering that the wire mesh used to block the fish was covered in rust, it was removed and replaced with several new pieces.

"We've made some money this year, but it's no fun just sitting in the savings account without spending it or having any babies. Why don't we all go on a trip together?"

Chen Ling was busy working by the irrigation ditch when he looked up at Wang Susu.

"Where are we going to play? Rui Rui is so young, he can't go far." Wang Susu pouted, pulled up a small stool, sat down with her son in her arms, and watched him busy at the irrigation ditch.

"Let's go to the city. We'll go after the Mid-Autumn Festival. Before the Lynx and the others get busy, we can go there for a day or two and it won't interfere with our work."

"While we're at it, let's go sightseeing and buy some new clothes for you and for Mom and Dad."

Chen Ling said with a smile.

As for his son, that brat has so many clothes he can wear them until he's two or three years old, so there's no need to worry about him.

"Um……"

"Let's not go. It's too far to the city. If something happens on the way, it will be troublesome to take Rui Rui with us."

Wang Susu thought for a moment and then whispered to him about it.

If you're asking if she wants to go to the city for fun, she definitely would, but it's too far. Her family has never traveled far before, and these days the roads aren't very safe. Plus, she has a child with her, so it would be quite troublesome if something happened.

"Well, that's true. Let's go after the New Year then."

Chen Ling himself wasn't afraid, but with his family involved, he couldn't just do whatever he wanted.

"Are you two planning to go out and have some fun?" Gao Xiulan asked, overhearing their conversation while she was sewing shoe soles in the yard.

"Yes, Mother, I was just saying I wanted to take you all out for a trip to the city."

Hearing Chen Ling say that, Gao Xiulan immediately laughed: "Come on, do you think this household can be left unattended? You really are something else. My grandson is only two months old, and you can't even stay at home? How can you take care of a baby like this?"

Even so, the old lady knew that her son-in-law had made money and wanted to take them out to buy some things, see the world, and enjoy themselves.

That's a good intention.

Then he said, "If you want to go out for a walk, that's fine too. Talk to your dad and ask him to watch the house for us. After the Mid-Autumn Festival, you two can come with me to Yaowang Temple to offer incense. There will be plenty of fun for you then." "What Yaowang Temple? Where is Yaowang Temple?" Chen Ling was completely confused.

Seeing this, Wang Susu said with a smile, "Yaowang Temple is not in our area. It is located in Baihe Ridge, southwest of Fenglei Town. To get to Yaowang Temple, you have to pass Niangniang Temple. In the past, my mother would go to both temples to offer incense every year."

"Later, when she got older, it was my second sister-in-law who went. Anyway, for many years, our family has never stopped going. This time, we can take Mother to visit again. Mother hasn't been there for many years."

Hearing her daughter say this, Gao Xiulan was visibly happy and said to Chen Ling, "Didn't you just sell the flower handkerchiefs? There are plenty of flower handkerchiefs in the ditches over at Baiheling. If you want to go, bring some things with you and you can bring back more."

This floral handkerchief naturally refers to the forktail betta fish.

Chen Ling had no reason to disagree, "Okay, let's go after the Mid-Autumn Festival."

The three of them chatted and laughed as they finalized the matter.

When the father-in-law returned from herding the sheep, he saw them laughing and joking, and asked them what they were talking about that made them so happy.

So Gao Xiulan told him about going to burn incense and pray to Buddha.

Wang Cunye's eyes widened immediately after hearing this: "Good heavens, you guys went out without me."

"They even made me stay home and guard the house."

“What do you mean we’re not taking you? We’re going to burn incense. What would an old man like you do with us? Your legs aren’t very strong.”

Gao Xiulan glanced at him. Although she said that, she couldn't bear it in her heart. "The eldest brother is going to have a holiday. Why don't you invite his family over to celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival together? They can keep you company."

Upon hearing this, Wang Cunye paused for a moment, then shook his head repeatedly: "Forget it, forget it, why bother the boss? I don't need your pity, you old woman."

The Mid-Autumn Festival is now a seven-day holiday.

It's not short.

So Chen Ling said, "Father, Mother, let my eldest and second brothers come over. I'll drive to pick them up. Let's celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival together as a family and have a reunion."

"Well...this..."

Wang Cunye pondered for a moment and nodded: "Your eldest brother can come, but your second brother is always busy during the Mid-Autumn Festival. The two of them have basically never celebrated the Mid-Autumn Festival. I guess it will be the same this year."

"My second brother and sister-in-law are busy making money, so I'll go and pick up Dongdong," Chen Ling said.

"Hey, that works, we can bring Dongdong over."

Upon hearing this, the father-in-law immediately slapped his thigh and beamed with joy.

He also misses his two little grandsons. Just thinking about this Mid-Autumn Festival, when his two little grandsons and his eldest grandson can all get together, he's so happy.

While they were chatting animatedly, the little one in Wang Susu's arms suddenly became restless.

She started wailing at the top of her lungs.

but……

Only thunder but no rain.

Wang Susu immediately understood that this brat was simply bored of staying in one place and wanted someone to take him out for a walk.

She immediately gritted her teeth and lightly slapped his little bottom twice.

"Come here, sweet Rui Rui, let Grandpa hold you, Grandpa will take you out to play."

Seeing this, Wang Cunye reached out to hug the little guy.

The little guy turned his head away and didn't even look at him.

The old man sang to him and made faces at him, but it didn't work.

Finally, having no other choice, he could only say wearily, "That brat, he still hasn't come looking for me."

Wang Susu smiled upon hearing this: "Yeah, I guess he wants to see A-Ling again and wants his dad to take him out to play."

He then turned to his son in his arms and said, "Hehe, you want to find your dad, huh? I won't let you. You little rascal, let's see how long you can cry."

She used to be unable to bear hearing her son cry, and would panic whenever she heard him cry. But she's much better now and even teases the little guy.

According to her, if the little one is spoiled like this, he will cry whenever he is not held, and he will become increasingly difficult to take care of.

Wang Cunye and Gao Xiulan scolded, "You silly girl, why are you acting like Zhenzhen now? Letting the child cry like this, what if you ruin her voice?"

Chen Ling originally wanted to cooperate with his wife to discipline their disobedient son, but upon hearing what the two elders said, he quickly got up and hugged his son.

As soon as he hugged the little guy, he stopped crying, turned his face toward him, buried his head in his chest, but the veins on his head were still throbbing.

This shows that although the little guy didn't cry, he was quite angry at his parents' actions.

"Come on, Rui Rui, let's go out and play. Don't be angry. It's all your mother's fault for not letting me hold you."

Chen Ling chuckled and patted his son lightly as he walked out, which angered Wang Susu, who chased after him and pinched him.

The little guy loves going outside.

As soon as he stepped out of the farm, he was quick to sense whether he was being held by his parents or someone else, and immediately lifted his head from Chen Ling's arms.

The little guy's chubby face and rosy lips were still pouting in grievance, but his dark eyes were already wide open, staring intently at the scenery outside the farm.

The babies, who were only two months old, all looked pretty much the same, and none of them even had a head of smooth, neat hair. But Chen Ling always felt that her son looked exceptionally good.

Especially the eyes, round and bright, like black grapes, beautiful and expressive, with incredibly long eyelashes, much prettier than other dolls.

He chatted and laughed with his wife as they walked along the bluestone path, while also playing with his son, and soon they arrived at the ridge outside the orchard.

By this time, nearly two months had passed since the sunflowers were planted. Standing on the edge of the field, one could see a field of golden sunflowers, with countless birds flying up and down among them, or using their claws to grab the sunflower heads and peck at the tender seeds.

It was nearing noon, the sun was warm, and birds and small animals came out to find food, making the sunflower field a lively place.

"We should be able to collect them by the end of the month, right?" Wang Susu walked over and picked off two tender melon seeds. The kernels inside were still raw and a bit shriveled, not edible.

Chen Ling nodded: "Yes, it will be at least the end of the month. If they are planted late, they will take at least seventy days to mature."

"How will we sell them after we harvest them?" Wang Susu was worried about this.

"Just give this to Huangni Town or Wangbacheng Sunflower Seed Factory. Whichever has a higher price, give it to them."

"Oh, I know."

Wang Susu responded softly. She couldn't help with this kind of thing, but asking would make her feel more at ease.

Then she plucked a small sunflower, held it above her head, and waved it in front of her son. Chen Ling also made funny noises, and the young couple teamed up to tease their son.

Rui Rui is still too young to see distant scenery clearly.

But for those nearby, there's naturally no problem.

Watching his mother wave pretty little flowers in front of him and listening to the strange sounds his father made, he gradually became infected by her. His dark little eyes were completely focused, and his little mouth slowly opened as he joined in the laughter.

After playing for a while, Little Gold spotted them and led its fox, chasing each other over. It hopped and skipped around in front of them, sometimes frolicking on the ridges of the fields, and sometimes darting into the sunflower field to chase birds and small animals.

This was quite a surprise. As soon as Rui Rui saw his two cronies, his eyes widened and followed them around. In the end, Xiao Jin ran far away, but he still whined and snuggled in Chen Ling's arms, wanting Chen Ling to take him after them.

"Alright, Dad will take you to chase them. Get ready, let's begin."

"One, two, three, chase, chase, chase!"

"One, two, three, chase, chase, chase!"

Chen Ling, carrying her son, jogged along with Wang Susu, calling out softly as they chased after Xiao Jin and the fox.

After a while, Heiwa and the little yellow dog also came over to frolic and join in the fun.

After playing back and forth like this, the little rascal was really having a great time. When Gao Xiulan came out to call them for lunch, the little guy cried and threw a tantrum, not wanting to go back.

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PS: Last month, the monthly votes exceeded 1,000, so I added an extra chapter.

One update every 500 votes.

There are still 17 chapters left to write. The timing of any additional chapters is uncertain. I will write them whenever I have the time and energy, and I will publish them as soon as I finish.

(End of this chapter)