Chu Mengran was also very curious about the chicken farm. She asked, "Dongzi, how did you and your second aunt manage to set up the chicken farm?"

Chen Dong then shared his experience of starting a chicken farm with his second aunt. Initially, they had only 500 chickens and faced many challenges, such as selecting chicks, building the farm, and purchasing feed.

As they gradually gained experience, the scale of the chicken farm continued to expand, and now it has grown to 3,000 chickens, of which more than 300 are adult chickens, and the other 2,600 are half half-grown chickens and half chicks.

He recounted those difficult days and shared his joy of success, which everyone listened to with great interest, making them even more eager to start the chicken farm.

Along the way, Daya and Erya would occasionally come close to Chen Dong, sometimes touching his hands to feel the warmth of his palms, sometimes leaning on his shoulders as if it were the warmest harbor in the world.

Daya playfully added, "Cousin, you have to take us out to play more often. We love being with you the most. You always tell us so many interesting stories and take us to fun places."

Er Ya chimed in, "Yes, yes, cousin is the best! Cousin, let's go to other fun places next time, okay?"

Chen Dong smiled and agreed, "Okay, as long as you behave, I'll definitely take you to any fun places in the future. We'll also go hiking, see the ocean, and go to lots and lots of interesting places together."

Watching this heartwarming scene, Chu Mengran felt a surge of warmth in her heart. She gently leaned against Chen Dong, feeling his body temperature and heartbeat, and savoring this beautiful moment.

The taxi sped along the highway, the scenery outside the window flashing by like a slideshow.

In the fields, tender green wheat seedlings sway gently in the breeze, as if waving to them; in the distance, the rolling mountains, bathed in the morning light, appear dreamlike and ethereal.

Inside the car, the cheerful laughter of Daya and Erya, and the quiet conversation between Chen Dong and Chu Mengran, intertwined to create a joyful melody.

Before they knew it, the chicken farm was almost in sight, and everyone's excitement grew. A chicken farm trip full of surprises and joy was about to begin. They could almost hear the chicks chirping happily and feel that the vibrant land was warmly welcoming them.

The winter sun, like a soft veil, poured down in the early morning, carrying a faint yet heartwarming warmth, draping this slightly desolate land in a golden glow.

The taxi slowly came to a stop, its wheels kicking up a little dust. Everyone got out of the car and were greeted by a wide-open space.

The site was surrounded by a simple fence, which, though not elaborate, exuded a rustic charm.

Inside the fence are several rows of neat chicken coops, constructed of wood and asbestos tiles, arranged in a staggered manner.

The crowing of roosters broke the surrounding tranquility in an instant. Some of the crowings were high-pitched and loud, while others were crisp and short, weaving together a unique melody, as if warmly welcoming guests from afar.

This is the chicken farm that Chen Dong's second aunt, Chen Meiju, and he run together. Every inch of the land bears witness to their hard work and their expectations for the future.

"Oh, you've finally arrived!" A cheerful voice came from the direction of the chicken coop, like a spring breeze that dispelled the winter chill.

Then I saw my second aunt, Chen Meiju, walking briskly towards me.

She was wearing a simple dark blue cotton coat, with a few fine chicken feathers still stuck to it, a mark of her busy daily life.

Her hair was neatly tied back, with a few strands hanging messily beside her face from her work.

Time has left its mark on her face, with crow's feet at the corners of her eyes like the marks of time, but this has not diminished the passion and vitality in her eyes. Her eyes shine like stars in the night sky.

"Second Aunt!" Chen Dong greeted her with a beaming smile, as radiant as a blooming flower. He quickly stepped forward and gave his second aunt a big hug.

He hugged his second aunt tightly, as if he wanted to pour all his longing for her into the embrace.

Daya and Erya ran over excitedly, like two happy little rabbits, each hugging one of their aunt's arms and saying coquettishly, "Auntie, we missed you so much!" Daya's voice was clear and melodious, with the coquettishness unique to young girls; Erya's voice was childish and full of innocence.

Chu Mengran greeted her with a polite smile, a smile as warm as the spring sun, and said softly, "Hello, Second Aunt."

Second Aunt smiled and agreed, her eyes full of joy, like the blooming flowers in spring. She said, "Okay, okay, come in quickly." As she spoke, she warmly took everyone's hands, as if she wanted to integrate everyone into this vibrant chicken farm.

As my aunt led everyone toward the chicken coop, she enthusiastically introduced the place: "The chicken farm has been bustling lately. The number of chickens is increasing, and there's a lot to do every day."

“Look, that chicken coop over there is newly built, specifically for raising half-grown chickens. Every morning, just as dawn breaks, I have to get up to check on the flock, feed them, and clean the coop. Although it’s hard work, I feel very satisfied seeing these chickens grow up strong and healthy.”

His words were filled with love and pride for the chicken farm, and every word seemed to carry warmth.

Arriving at the chicken coop, Chen Dong cleared his throat and began to introduce the farm to everyone: "Look, our chicken farm started with only 500 chickens. Back then, the area wasn't this big, and there weren't this many chicken coops. Through my aunt and I working day and night, we've grown step by step to have 3,000 chickens now."

"There are more than 300 adult chickens and more than 2,600 chickens, half of which are half-grown chickens and half are chicks. These chickens are our treasures, and we have poured our heart and soul into each one."

As he spoke, he gestured with his hands, his eyes revealing his satisfaction with the development of the chicken farm.

Daya and Erya's eyes were wide open, like two bright black gems, as they curiously looked at the flock of chickens in the coop.

The chicks were fluffy, their soft, yellow downy feathers like little balls of fluff. They ran around happily in the henhouse, chirping "cheep cheep cheep" every now and then, their calls sounding like joyful songs. "Wow, the chicks are so cute!"

Er Ya couldn't help but exclaim in amazement, her eyes sparkling with excitement, like the bright stars in the night sky.

As she spoke, she reached out her hand, cautiously trying to touch the chick. Her little hand trembled slightly, filled with both affection and nervousness for the chick.

A little chick tilted its head and curiously approached Er Ya's hand, gently pecking at it with its sharp little beak, making Er Ya giggle.

Er Ya's laughter was as clear and crisp as a silver bell, echoing in the chicken coop.

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