I have been farming since I crossed over.

In mid-June, when the sun was scorching and the heat was oppressive, the vast rice fields of Lu Jintang's family had turned golden. The heavy rice ears bent the rice stalks, indicating that the harvest time had arrived and large-scale harvesting could begin.

At the same time, those who had gone out for arduous training also began their journey home. When their figures appeared before everyone, everyone's eyes widened.

Having just finished her morning exercise, Yang Mingxi stood in the crowd, her eyes anxiously searching for familiar faces. When she finally saw her long-lost brothers, tears welled up in her eyes. Each of them seemed completely transformed, a stark difference from before.

Their once round faces were now angular, their skin tanned to a healthy tan. Upon closer inspection, each of them seemed to have lost at least 20 pounds, and their clothes seemed a bit loose.

However, despite their thin stature, one can clearly feel an uplifting spirit from their bright eyes and upright posture.

Yang Mingjiang noticed Yang Mingxi, who was in tears, at a glance. He walked up to her quickly, smiled and asked softly, "Xier, what's wrong? Are you unhappy or unwelcome to see us back? Why are you crying?" As he spoke, he reached out and gently wiped away the tears from Yang Mingxi's cheeks.

Yang Minghu looked at his third sister in the crowd, and hurried forward, habitually reaching out his hand to rub Yang Mingxi's hair.

At this critical moment, a clear and anxious cry suddenly came from a distance: "Ahu, you are finally back!"

The sound seemed to pass through layers of woods and mountains, carrying a hint of anger and joy, and went straight into people's ears.

Hearing this familiar voice, Yang Minghu turned around and saw a graceful woman in a plain dress hurrying towards them. Her beautiful face was slightly tired, but the moment her eyes met Yang Minghu's figure, all the weariness disappeared, replaced by full joy and relief.

Yang Mingjiang slowly shifted his gaze towards Zou. His face, once calm as water, suddenly darkened as if covered by dark clouds. He pursed his lips tightly, remaining silent, as if the air around him had frozen into ice.

However, although he did not say a word, his deep eyes revealed an elusive emotion, including anger, disappointment, and a hint of helplessness.

Yang Minghu saw that his eldest cousin looked unhappy and knew it was definitely because of Zou's arrival. "Zou, we're still training. We'll go back after we're done! Don't bother me here."

After hearing what Yang Minghu said, Zou glanced at Yang Mingxi standing next to him, and felt even more uneasy! Did Yang Mingxi already tell Yang Minghu about the conflict between her and her family? What an annoying sister-in-law, why didn't she get married and only care about her mother's family's affairs?

Zou thought about it for a while, then calmed herself down and said with a smile, "Okay, I'll go back and cook, and wait for you to come back for dinner."

Yang Minghu became even more dissatisfied after hearing what Zou said. What was wrong with Zou? Today, all the cousins came back together. Given his third sister's personality, she would definitely invite everyone to eat together. Why did Zou say such a thing?

Without time to think, Yang Minghu said, "Xi'er, is today's morning exercise over?" Then he smiled and pointed at the people behind him and said, "We've finished training and are back now. Uncle Lu said that we will all be under your control from now on and will follow your instructions."

Yang Mingxi's gaze had been completely fixed on Zou and her eldest brother, oblivious to anything else around them. Hearing her eldest brother's words, she slowly raised her eyes, as if waking from a dream. She took a closer look and was startled.

All the villagers who had gone out for training were standing in front of him in neat rows, their postures erect and expressions solemn, like a well-disciplined army. Their eyes were fixed on Yang Mingxi, as if waiting for her orders and instructions. The scene was quite majestic.

Yang Mingxi's lips curled up slightly, revealing a bright smile. She said in a sweet voice, "Oh, I haven't received any notice, but I still want to warmly welcome you back! We'll have a celebration party at our house later, and no one can be left out. Everyone must come! You've been away from home for so long, you must miss your family. Go back and visit them first, and then hurry over for lunch!"

Yang Mingjiang, who was standing in the front, immediately responded, "Okay, I got it!" Then he turned around, faced the people behind him, and shouted, "Team one, listen up, everyone turn right and march in step!" Only the sound of uniform footsteps could be heard, and the team of twenty people quickly turned around and walked away with powerful steps.

At this time, Yang Mingyu also walked out quickly from the queue, came to Yang Mingxi, and said with a smile: "Third sister, our team is about to retreat." After that, he also gave orders loudly: "Team two, turn right and march in step!" Along with the command, another team left the original place in an orderly manner.

The last one to come out was my aunt's second son, Wu Youxi. He walked up to Yang Mingxi with a smile on his face and said cheerfully, "Sister Xier, I am the captain of the third team. It's time for our team to retreat." After that, he waved his hand casually and led his team away slowly.

Yang Mingxi stood quietly, watching these familiar figures gradually disappear from her sight. A powerful strength and endless warmth surged in her heart, as if she were surrounded by a blazing flame. The presence of each and every one of these relatives and fellow villagers before her was so important, giving her a sense of immense peace and happiness.

After Yang Mingxi returned home, she immediately went into the kitchen and started preparing lunch.

At noon that day, eight tables were set up in Yang Mingxi's courtyard. Yang Mingxi, holding a wine glass, said solemnly, "From now on, I will rely heavily on you all. We will share the glory and disgrace together."

"I will definitely not be responsible and will protect you!" The loud voice echoed throughout the Yang family courtyard.

Many years later, Yang Mingxi still remembers this scene today. Everyone here will always remember Yang Mingxi holding a glass of wine and gently saying "share honor and disgrace" in the days to come.