She also bought three blocks of tofu, some white and tender cauliflower, a pile of orange carrots, some cute white radishes, a pile of round taro, some bundles of green spinach, a basket of fresh eggs, some tender Chinese cabbage, some crisp pea sprouts and lotus roots, and also bought onions, ginger, garlic, green and red peppers.

Then she went to a grain and oil store and bought a large bag of white rice, a few bundles of vermicelli noodles, and a barrel of oil. She also bought some seasonings: oil, salt, sauce, vinegar, wine, and sugar. She also bought cinnamon, Sichuan peppercorns, star anise, bay leaves, and dried chilies.

He was carrying large and small bags, and a full basket of things on his back. The two Zhang brothers and children were all stunned.

The Zhang brothers and their children were all packing up their belongings in the car, while Yueyue was carefully protecting the eggs.

Thinking about her future life, she went to buy some vegetable seeds and planned to plant them in the open space in the yard where her second daughter Xiaoxiao had cut the grass.

As they walked, the sweet aroma of pastries wafted over. According to the original owner's memory, the children had never eaten these before, so this time she bought more styles and wanted the children to try them all.

Black sesame-flavored twisted dough sticks, sweet osmanthus cakes, refreshing mung bean cakes, delicate jujube paste cakes, and crispy peanut candies. Finally, she didn't forget to buy a few candied haws for each child.

When she came back, the children were excited to see her carrying so many cakes. They took the candied haws and kept shouting “Wow wow wow wow wow wow”.

She also took two for the two Zhang brothers, who thanked her repeatedly.

Although Su Panpan spent a lot of money on this shopping spree, she felt very satisfied. The pleasure brought by spending money made her feel extremely happy.

After completing the purchase and loading the cart full of goods, the group drove the ox cart home.

The wheels creaked as the ox cart moved forward. On both sides of the road, golden rice ears hung their heads low, and the wild flowers by the fields swayed gently in the wind.

The mountains in the distance are rolling and their outlines gradually become blurred, like an ink painting.

The sky gradually darkened, and the last rays of the setting sun sprinkled on the earth, casting a faint orange-red hue on the surroundings.

Occasionally, a few birds returning to their nests fly overhead, leaving behind a few clear chirps.

The breeze gently blows across my face, mixed with the fragrance of flowers and the fresh scent of grass, soothing every pore.

Looking at the picturesque scenery in front of her, Su Panpan couldn't help but hum the song: Country Road.

Walking on the country road

The old cow returning at dusk is my companion

Blue sky with sunset in the chest

Colorful clouds are the clothes of sunset

Smile on your face

Hum a country song

Let thoughts fly in the evening breeze

How much loneliness and melancholy

All drift away with the evening breeze

Forgotten on a country road

…………

This scene and this song made her intoxicated.

"Mom, what song are you singing?" Yueyue asked curiously.

"Mom, this song is so beautiful, please sing it again."

"Mom, what's this song about?"

Su Panpan responded happily: "This song is about the situation we are in now on the country road."

The two Zhang brothers were driving an ox cart in front. Hearing the excitement behind them, Zhang Daniu turned around and grinned, "Panpan, your singing has really delighted the children."

Zhang Erniu also said: "Madam Su, your song makes our journey home more interesting."

The children would point their little fingers to the sky from time to time and shout, "Look, that cloud looks like a big lion!"

"There's a horse next to it."

"No, more like a cow."

"Brother, you are wrong. This is a horse."

The oxen walked at a leisurely pace, their tails swishing from time to time, while the children laughed and played on the oxcart.

Their laughter and singing intertwined together, echoing on this country road and in this beautiful evening.

Wisps of smoke were rising from the village. The ox cart continued to move forward, gradually blending into the warm smoke.

When passing by the Qin family, Zhao said to the eldest son, Qin Youqian, in the corner of the yard, "Hey, is that Su Panpan, that bitch? She bought all those things. Looks like she really got a lot of reward money."

"It's a little dark, I can't see clearly, Mom. But judging by their figures, they do look a bit like each other."

As the ox cart slowly moved away, Zhao's cursing voice gradually faded away.

"Brother Da Niu, Brother Er Niu, we bought a lot of things today, so please give us a ride a little longer." Seeing that they were about to arrive at Zhang's house, Su Panpan greeted the two brothers of the Zhang family in advance.

"What trouble are you talking about?"

"Yes, yes, it's not far away, it's not a big deal."

"Thank you so much, both of you!"

When passing by Zhang's house, I saw Zhang Fulai squatting in the yard, carefully cleaning the dirt off the farm tools. Zhang Daniu's youngest son Zhang Maitian was also squatting beside him, leaning his little head over and observing curiously.

Wang Hexiang and Zhang Daniu's wife Lin Xiu'e were busy cooking dinner in the kitchen. Zhang Daniu's two daughters, Zhang Baoer and Zhang Laner, were helping to light the fire.

From time to time, the aroma of scrambled eggs with chili peppers wafted from the kitchen, rich and spicy, hitting your nose.

If you smell it carefully, you can taste the spicy taste of chili peppers and the fresh fragrance of eggs.

At this time, the two brothers of the Zhang family stopped the car and said hello to their family: "Dad, Mom, and wife, we will first send something good to Madam Su and then come back for dinner."

Wang Hexiang poked her head out of the kitchen and greeted them warmly, "Panpan, bring the kids to our house for dinner!" Lin Xiu'e smiled and said, spatula in hand, "That's right. Let's eat together. It'll be lively!"

"Why don't we just eat here?" Zhang Fulai also stood up and invited them.

"Yeah! You even treated us to wontons at noon!"

"Yeah, it will be troublesome to do it when we go back." The two Zhang brothers also agreed enthusiastically.

Su Panpan quickly declined with a smile: "Auntie, Sister Xiu'e, thank you for your kindness, but this is too much trouble. We just moved here, and we bought a lot of things this time, so we have to go back early to pack them up!"

"I have to hurry and get this done. I have to go to the magistrate tomorrow to get the house and land deeds!"

"Okay, okay, okay. I used to only have the chance to chat with you when I had some free time! Now that we live close by, please come to my house more often."

"Okay, sister-in-law, next time you, uncle, and aunt are free, come visit me!"

Su Panpan thought to herself that although the Zhang family's conditions were slightly better than other families, the Zhang family had a large population. These days, they were probably having a hard time getting food, so it would be better not to cause trouble for others.

The two Zhang brothers drove the ox cart and finally brought Su Panpan and the children home. They unloaded the items from the cart one by one and piled them neatly at the door.

Su Panpan quickly took out ten coins from her pocket and handed them to the two Zhang brothers, saying, "Brother Da Niu, Brother Er Niu, this is the money for the ride. Take it. I'm really grateful to you for taking care of the children and waiting for me. I've delayed you for a whole day!"

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