Eating big melon is so refreshing

On April 23, the sun was shining like golden powder in every corner of Guangling Town. On this day, the residents of the town were immersed in a special joy because a banquet for the students was held today.

Before dawn, the town's central square was already bustling with activity. The cooks arrived early, their foreheads covered with beads of sweat, their spatulas dancing quickly, the fire reflecting their faces, they were busy running around, and every time they saw a plate of delicious dishes coming out of the pot, their eyes would sparkle with their own light.

The uncles and aunties who are good at cooking were not willing to lag behind. They put on aprons, held knives and joined in the preparation of this feast. Their skills were skillful, and every circle and every blade revealed the accumulation of years and rich experience. Although they were old and not as agile as the young people, their hearts were burning, and they were willing to contribute their own strength to this banquet.

As the sun rose higher, the banquet officially began. Dishes were placed on the long dining table like works of art, colorful and fragrant. Villagers came to the square with their families, their faces filled with happy smiles, and they talked cordially with each other, sharing the joy of the moment.

The protagonists, Xiao Chunya and Xiao Qiulin, had bright smiles on their faces. They walked around the venue three times and felt that their throats were smoking and their legs were about to break.

There are so many guests today, almost twice the population of the town. When they saw Fat Luo coming to the banquet, most of the students from the county school were present. No wonder there were so many people!

"congratulations!"

"Thank you for your support."

These two sentences are the most commonly heard. Whenever there is a boy studying in a family, his parents will bring him to share the good fortune. An eight-year-old student and an eighteen-year-old student receive completely different treatments.

Sanniu, Daqing and Zhao Lei were busy all the time, so the old man gave them a chance to train in the name of justice, so that they would not be unable to entertain guests when they passed the imperial examination and set up a banquet.

Ever since Zhao Wulang became a military officer, these old men have firmly believed that their grandsons will also have a bright future. Xiao Chunya's wish has already come true, and the rest is just a matter of time.

Xiao Chunya and Xiao Qiulin were holding trays with bowls of cool water mixed with spiritual spring water. The cooks and the aunties and uncles were very busy today. They were so busy that they didn't even have time to wipe the sweat off their faces, not to mention the back pain.

"Uncle, aunt, uncle, you have worked hard, please drink a bowl of cold water first."

"Thank you, little Xiangjun, young master."

After drinking a bowl of water, I don’t know if it was a psychological effect, but I felt that my strength had been restored a lot and the pain in my waist was reduced a lot.

The banquet lasted all day long until the sun went down and night fell, and the residents of the square dispersed one after another.

Zhao Silang and Zhao Wulang personally drove the car to send the cooks home. In addition to giving them the deserved remuneration, they also prepared five kilograms of loquats and five kilograms of peaches for each of them.

The chefs who were so tired that they didn't want to move were all smiling happily. The Zhao family was generous and polite. Although there were many more guests today than expected, it was also obvious how popular this place is. They were both tired and happy.

"Fourth Master, Fifth Master, we will come to the Scholars Banquet in June."

"Thank you for your kind words!" Zhao Silang said with great joy, "We are looking forward to having the banquet again in two months, maybe for three days and three nights."

This time the banquet will only be held for one day. Zhao Dong has already said that the next banquet will be held for three days and three nights, and those who have already given gifts are not required to give gifts again. The expenses this time will not be more than one-third, which is enough for the next banquet.

Wan Zi and Zhao Gan, who were registering the gift money today, felt their hands were almost worn out from writing, accepting gifts non-stop, and trying to put on a smile. Their faces felt stiff.

This is just the banquet for students of Tongsheng. Next up will be the banquet for scholars, juren and jinshi. They will do whatever it takes to get a few more helpers, because sharing happiness with others is worse than enjoying it alone!

"so tired!"

Xiao Chunya returned home and lay down on the rocking chair, not wanting to move. Hosting a buffet was more tiring than holding a palace examination. She really didn't know why great-grandfather and others were so keen on hosting buffets. They must be exhausted.

Xiao Qiulin took out a talisman and patted the fat sister. Xiao Chunya immediately felt that her fatigue disappeared by half. This was a good thing, but when she thought about having to read those thick books to draw this talisman, she felt that she should not learn it.

Xiao Qiulin could tell what the fat sister was thinking at a glance. He said in a faint tone, "Sister, if you don't learn to draw talismans, I will be exhausted to death by myself."

Xiao Chunya looked helpless. "Brother, I really don't have any talent for drawing talismans. I think hunting is more fulfilling. You know, I'm a poor student and can't learn so many things."

Xiao Qiulin had a headache. The bad student joke was too useful, wasn't it? "Sister, I'm not asking you to give up hunting, but when the thousand-year catastrophe comes, a large number of talismans will be needed to consolidate the formation. At the beginning, it may be consolidated once every six months or a quarter. As the environment becomes worse, it may need to be consolidated once every three days."

"Brother Zhao Ming is also a scholar. Doesn't he have any talent for drawing talismans?" Xiao Chunya asked expectantly. If that doesn't work, then train Luo Xiaopang. Little fat guys are all potential stocks.

Xiao Qiulin replied coldly, "He has no talent. He can't make medicine or draw talismans." Zhao Ming had already tried, but it really didn't work.

"Where's Fatty Luo?"

"It's not clear yet, but it's very likely that Fatty Luo will find a way to become a pharmacist. He has many relatives and friends. He insists on refining four furnaces of the 'Great Strength Pills' every month, and he is under a lot of pressure."

Xiao Qiulin said, "You know, Fatty is not someone who has a photographic memory. If he wants to keep up with us, he has to work several times harder than us. It's not easy for him."

The fat boy is a real child. It is not easy for him to get to where he is today. Others think he is lucky and ignore the efforts he has made.

Xiao Chunya was silent for a while, then said, "Okay, I'll read those thick books after I finish the exam. It's pitiful that the fat boy is under so much pressure, so I won't add to his burden."

Xiao Qiulin was relieved. In fact, with his ability, he didn't need the help of his fat sister. His sister didn't have much talent for medicine making, and she lacked patience. She was even more confused when she saw the spell book. It seemed that she could only choose to draw talismans.

As the millennium catastrophe approaches, those who practice dark energy will greatly increase their strength. By that time, the title of township lord will have lost its former influence. If you want to recruit more people to serve you, you must have your own unique strengths. Whether it is making medicine, drawing talismans or array formations, you must be proficient in at least one of them!