The cozy little hall of Zhongyong Farm was brightly lit and filled with steam.

Lu Yundi stood in front of the stove, stir-frying snails in his hands, and the aroma filled the air.

Yan Canglan and Yan Shuqin sat at the table, staring at the pot of stir-fried snails, their eyes gleaming with anticipation.

Lu Yundi stir-fried it for a few times, then turned back and said to Yan Canglan, "Canglan, your sister caught some snails for you today. They are very fresh. You can try some later."

Yan Canglan smiled slightly, with a hint of pride in his eyes: "Of course, my sister is an expert at catching snails."

Yan Shuqin heard this with a mischievous smile on her face: "Brother, you only know how to praise me, but you don't even look at who taught you."

Lu Yundi sat at the table, looking at her son and daughter, a loving smile appearing on her face.

"Canglan, Shuqin, what do you think of today's stir-fried snails?" Lu Yundi asked softly.

Yan Canglan picked up a snail, tasted it carefully, and then nodded and praised: "Mom's cooking skills are getting better and better. This snail is fried fresh and delicious, and the taste is just right."

Yan Shuqin also ate with gusto. She blinked her big eyes and smiled, "Yes, mother, every time you cook, I feel very happy."

Lu Yundi felt warm at heart listening to the children's praise.

……

Yan Canglan quietly pushed open the back door. The night was as dark as ink, and a breeze blew by, bringing a hint of coolness.

I glanced at Tianbao who was waiting patiently not far away. I saw him carrying a fish basket and looking a little lonely in the moonlight.

Yan Canglan approached and asked in a low voice: "Tianbao, are you sure you can catch fish here?"

Tianbao nodded, a hint of pride flashing in his eyes: "Of course! I have been fishing here with my grandfather since I was a child. The fish in this area are the fattest. But, Master Yan, it's so late, why are you still out?"

Yan Canglan smiled and said, "I promised to go fishing with you, so I must keep my promise. Besides, I also want to experience the life of the villagers."

After the two finished talking, they walked along the stream. The moonlight sprinkled on the water, sparkling, reflecting their youthful figures. Yan Canglan watched Tianbao skillfully operate the fishing net and couldn't help but sigh: "Tianbao, you are really a master at fishing."

Tianbao chuckled and said, "Master Yan, you are too kind. I just learned from my grandfather. However, the fish in this area are really easy to catch. As long as you master the skills, you can catch a lot."

As they were talking, Tianbao had already cast the fishing net into the water. The two of them waited quietly. Under the moonlight, Yan Canglan observed Tianbao's expression. His eyes were focused, and the corners of his mouth were slightly raised, as if he had already anticipated the joy of a good harvest.

Suddenly, the fishing net moved, Tianbao quickly pulled in the net and caught a fat fish. He shouted excitedly: "Master Yan, look! Our first fish!"

Yan Canglan also patted Tianbao on the shoulder excitedly and said, "Good job, Tianbao! Let's keep working hard and see who can catch more."

Although Yan Canglan was not familiar with fishing techniques, he still worked hard to learn, and gradually he was able to catch a few fish.

While fishing, they talked about interesting things in the village. Tianbao said, "Master Yan, do you know? There is a legend in our village that a long time ago, a fairy came to our village and turned a piece of wasteland into fertile land. Since then, our village has had a good harvest every year, and the villagers have lived a good life."

Yan Canglan asked curiously: "Who is that immortal?"

Tianbao shook his head and said, "I don't know. The legend only says that there is a deity. However, everyone in our village believes that this deity has been protecting us."

Yan Canglan said with emotion: "I really hope that the immortal can always bless you and let you live a better life."

Tianbao smiled and said, "Master Yan, I believe it will happen. The people in our village are very hardworking. As long as we work hard, our lives will definitely get better and better."

After fishing, the two returned to the village with a full harvest.

Crossing the path at the entrance of the village, we set foot on the path to the river. On the way, the moonlight gradually became brighter, and the night breeze blew gently, bringing bursts of flower fragrance. Yan Canglan couldn't help asking: "Tianbao, why are you always so mysterious?"

Tianbao smiled, revealing a playful little canine tooth: "Because I can always find something new! And, I find it very interesting to share this fun with you."

Yan Canglan smiled, and a warm feeling welled up in his heart. They walked to the river, and saw the water sparkling, and a group of small fish swimming in the water.

"Look, that's it!" Tianbao pointed to a stone in the middle of the river, on which was a big frog lying.

Yan Canglan watched curiously, and saw that the frog had a green back and a white belly, and its eyes were bulging, as if it was watching them. He couldn't help but ask, "Tianbao, how do you know there is a big frog here?"

Tianbao said proudly: "This is my secret! I often play by the river, and I know every plant and tree here very well. Moreover, I have discovered a special pattern. Whenever the moon rises, this frog will appear here."

Yan Canglan's eyes flashed with respect. He didn't expect Tianbao to observe nature so carefully. He walked to the stone, gently picked up the frog, and looked at it carefully. The frog didn't seem to be afraid, and stared at Yan Canglan with wide eyes.

At this time, Tianbao was sharp-eyed and pulled Yan Canglan's sleeve, "Master Yan, do you see a sneaky figure in the sorghum field ahead?"

Yan Canglan looked in the direction of Tianbao's finger, and indeed saw a figure swaying gently in the sorghum field. He frowned slightly, and a hint of doubt flashed in his eyes.

"Master Yan, let's go over and take a look. Maybe someone is stealing the sorghum!" Tianbao said nervously, and the other children also echoed him.

Yan Canglan pondered for a moment and nodded: "Okay, let's go and take a look together. However, everyone should be careful and don't act rashly."

The group approached the sorghum field cautiously, and the figure became clearer and clearer. It turned out to be a ragged man holding a worn-out basket and picking sorghum ears in the field.

Yan Canglan breathed a sigh of relief. It seemed that this was not a sneaky person, but a poor beggar.

"Hey, what are you doing?" Tianbao asked loudly.

The man was startled and stood up in a panic, with the sorghum ears in the basket falling to the ground. He looked at Yan Canglan and others tremblingly, and stammered: "I... I'm just looking for something to eat."

Yan Canglan frowned and said seriously: "You are stealing, do you know that?"

The man turned pale with fear and nodded quickly: "I know, I know. I'm just really hungry, so..."

Yan Canglan looked at his thin figure, and a trace of sympathy surged in his heart. He turned to Tianbao and said, "Give him something to eat, don't let him starve anymore."

Tianbao hesitated for a moment, but still took out a sesame cake from his package and handed it to the man.

The man took the pancake, tears of gratitude glistening in his eyes.

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