Traveling through the busy farmland of a peasant girl

The next day, when it was still dark, Shen Li jumped out of bed.

She was filled with excitement. Why? Because she was going to town today.

She opened her bright eyes, and all kinds of imaginations kept emerging in her mind. What did the streets in ancient times look like?

Was it like the descriptions she had read in those ancient books, with winding bluestone roads, quaint shops on both sides, signs swaying gently in the breeze, and pedestrians coming and going in simple clothes?

The more she thought about it, the more excited she became, feeling like an explorer about to discover a mysterious treasure.

Shen Shaodong also stood up at about the same time.

He knew that he had to pack up the things he was going to sell in town today in advance.

While rubbing his sleepy eyes, he was thinking about what to take.

The frames that the eldest daughter had carefully woven were so intricately woven, with each vine twisted just right, revealing a sense of ingenuity.

The straw sandals woven by my daughter-in-law cannot be forgotten either. Although they look simple, they were made by my daughter-in-law with great care and effort. Every strand of them is the product of her hard work.

There are also the herbs that the eldest daughter brought back. Those herbs were all found by the eldest daughter all over the mountains and plains, and they carry the fresh scent of the mountains.

Of course, you also have to bring fresh vegetables grown at home. They are green and tender.

Who knew that as soon as he walked into the yard, he was surprised to find that those things had been neatly and correctly arranged by his wife.

He was stunned for a moment, standing there, staring at the neatly arranged items.

Suddenly, he remembered the scene of sleeping next to this woman yesterday, and the scene replayed in his mind involuntarily.

His face turned red all the way to his ears. He felt like a deer was running around in his heart and felt very embarrassed.

When Zhang saw that the father and daughter had both gotten up, she walked over quietly.

The voice was soft and gentle, "Boss, I put the ginseng and Polygonum multiflorum at the bottom of the basket."

"These two things are very valuable. If others see them, it might cause unnecessary trouble. We'd better be careful."

As she spoke, she seemed to suddenly remember something and quickly continued, "Oh, by the way, there's some leftover chicken soup from yesterday. You two should have some before you leave."

"This chicken soup is very nourishing. I also made some pancakes. You can take some too."

"I've also put some boiled water in a bamboo tube so you can drink it when you're thirsty on the road."

Shen Shaodong felt warm in his heart as he looked at the busy, gentle and considerate figure in front of him.

In his previous life, he was so busy defending the country that he didn't even have time to fulfill his filial duties to his parents. Is this life God's compensation to him?

Thinking of this, his eyes became particularly gentle, and his voice was also a little tender.

He said softly, "My dear, don't be so busy. Come and have something to eat with us. You've been tired for so long. You should take a break."

When Zhang Xiu Niang heard what her husband said, she went to fetch some water to wash her hands. While shaking off the water droplets on her hands, she replied, "Okay! I'm coming!" There was a hint of joy in her voice.

After dinner, Shen Shaodong and Shen Li each carried a bamboo basket and set off.

The town they were going to was called Qingyun Town. Qingyun Town was the only place where several nearby villages could conduct various trading activities.

Whenever the surrounding villagers have something to sell or need to buy some daily necessities, they will come to this town.

The father and daughter walked hurriedly for half an hour without stopping for a moment, but they had only gone half the distance.

At this moment, Shen Shaodong slowed down his pace and then stopped. He turned back to Shen Li and asked with concern: "Li'er, we've been walking for so long, do you want to take a break?"

"Come, give daddy the bamboo basket you're carrying."

After hearing this, Shen Li hurriedly waved her hands and said anxiously: "No, no, Daddy, you forgot that I go hiking every day."

"The road up the mountain isn't as flat as the one we're on now. It's much harder to walk on."

"Let's hurry up. If we go too slow, we won't be able to catch up with the market."

Shen Shaodong listened to Shen Li's words, looked at the things in his hands, and couldn't help but feel funny in his heart.

He thought to himself, "This kid, when it comes to common sense, I'm afraid I really can't compare to her."

"Although this little girl is young, she has quite a lot of life experience."

Qingyun Town is a small town that is not very large and has a very limited level of prosperity.

On weekdays, the streets of the town are always deserted. If it weren't for the weekly market that brings people from surrounding villages together, there would be hardly any people in this small town.

Shen Li stood in a corner of the market, looking at the somewhat deserted streets, feeling a little disappointed.

However, her unyielding spirit soon surged up, and she was not discouraged by this.

She quickly set up the stall, then waved to Shen Shaodong who was standing beside her and asked crisply, "Dad, how much do we sell these frames and straw sandals for?"

When Shen Shaodong heard his daughter's question, he raised his head slightly and rolled his eyes upwards.

He thought for a moment, as if searching the depths of his memory for something, and after a while he answered, "As for the bamboo baskets, I'll sell them for five coins each, and the straw sandals for one coin a pair."

"Ah?" Shen Li couldn't help but widen her eyes when she heard the price, and her mouth opened slightly into an "O" shape, "So cheap!"

She was silently calculating in her mind that they brought 18 bamboo baskets and 15 pairs of straw sandals today.

You know, these bamboo baskets and straw sandals were all made by my mother Zhang with a lot of effort.

My mother always weaves in her free time. She weaves enough for her family and takes the rest to the market to exchange for money.

Shen Li frowned, stretched out his little hand to scratch his furry little head, and looked at the people coming and going.

He muttered, "There are so many people coming and going, but no one comes to ask about the price. If this continues, what will I do?"

"Yes!" Shen Li's bright eyes suddenly lit up, just like the twinkling stars in the night sky were instantly lit up.

She excitedly raised her voice and shouted, "Selling bamboo baskets, get free straw sandals! First come, first served, limited quantities! Everyone hurry up and grab some!"

As she spoke, she swiftly picked up a bamboo basket and held it high above her head. She gestured with great excitement and shouted at the top of her voice, "Come on, come on, everyone, take a look! Our bamboo basket is really big and sturdy."

"If you buy it back, you won't be at a disadvantage or cheated."

"Look, this bamboo basket of ours is different from ordinary bamboo baskets. It's made with exceptionally fine workmanship. The bamboo we use is carefully selected. Each bamboo strip is incredibly tough, and the weaving is so tight and solid. It's much stronger and more durable than ordinary bamboo baskets."

"Also, today, anyone who buys a bamboo basket will receive a pair of fine straw sandals! These sandals are also carefully made by us, purely handmade, and very comfortable to wear."

With her energetic and seductive shouts, people gradually came over here.

A woman stuck her head out from the crowd, with a look of confusion and curiosity in her eyes.

He asked, "Little girl, is it true that you get free straw sandals when you buy a bamboo basket? Don't tell us you're kidding me."

Shen Li's little face, as bright as spring flowers, was filled with a sincere smile.

She said sweetly, "Don't worry, big sister. It's absolutely true. If you buy a bamboo basket, we will give you a pair of straw sandals."

The woman looked to be about thirty years old. When the little girl sweetly called her sister,

A blush appeared on her fair face. She touched her face lightly, a little embarrassedly, and then smiled again and asked...