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Swept up in excitement, Song Tianqi and Song Tianheng had already dashed off ahead.
Song Zhenyu snapped back to reality and immediately headed over. Even before he got there, he could already hear the excited voices of Song Tiangi, Song Tinheng, and Song Ruying
“The hen has laid an egg!”
The siblings–Song Tianqi, Song Tianheng, and Song Raying–were gathered around the straw nest in the chicken pen. The only rooster and hen of the household had quietly moved aside, their unsettled clucking filling the air.
“The surprised Song Zhenyu also exclaimed, “The hen has laid an egg?”
Song Ruying held the egg with utmost care, presenting the pristine white object to Song Zhenyu. In a joyful tone, she asked, “Daddy, can we cook this for Mommy?”
Song Zhenyu took the egg, nodding at Song Ruying. “Sure, I’ll make egg drop soup later. You and Mommy can share it, everyone else can have a sip too.
When the rooster and hen were caught, Song Zhenyu could tell that the hen wasn’t going to lay eggs anytime soon, as it was quite skinny.
To his surprised, it actually managed to do so within a few days..
He looked at the two chickens, only then did he notice that the hen seemed to have gained weight.
Reflecting on Song Ruying’s diligence, Song Zhenyu couldn’t help but pat her head gently. “Good job, Ruying,” he praised. This is all thanks to you. Once your mother is done with her confinement, I’ll cook the first egg that the hen lays for you.”
Song Ruying nodded with a smile. “Alright.”
Although she couldn’t recall how eggs tasted, the scent alone told her that it would undoubtedly be delicious.
Song Tianqi and Song Tianheng were still clueless about what coming out of confinement–meant; they only remembered Song Zhenyu mentioning that they could have a sip of egg drop soup each in the evening. The two were innocently practicing sipping, seemingly pondering the best way to have more in that one sip.
Watching his two clueless sons merely sucking in air, Seng Zhenyu could only helplessly pat their heads.
Once the well was cleaned, Song Zhenyu proceeded to clear the few acres of abandoned land behind the house. He dug up both the weeds and the soil, while Song Tianqi, Song Tianheng, and Song Ruying assisted by sieving out the grass and roots from the dirt
The family worked in joy and harmony until the weather grew overcast in the afternoon.
After a busy day that lasted till the evening, they had managed to clear an acre of land. A large pile of weeds had been gathered, left out to dry under the harsh sun. The plan was to eventually set the pile ablaze and spread the ash over the field. By repeating this process, the soil would gradually become more
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This piece of land had been abandoned for many year. The family used to own other plots, and maintaining the land was time–consuming, so Song Shengdong discouraged any effort to cultivate it.
This land was now the source of sustenance for his family, so Song Zhenyu had to work on it.
While preparing dinner, Song Zhenyu used the egg to make egg drop soup. He made a little extra, ensuring that each of the three children could have a small bowl.
He handed the remaining portion to Zhang Yingyue, who looked surprised and asked, “Zhenyu, where did this egg come from?”
The hen that we were given still can’t lay eggs.
Chuckling, Song Zhenyu said, “You were asleep at noon and didn’t hear about it, but this egg was freshly. laid by the hen we have today. These past few days, Ruying has been digging up lots of bugs to feed it, so the chicken has grown quite plump and started laying eggs again. Go ahead and eat. It’s really delicious.”
Even though it was just a single egg, the aroma it gave off was truly intense.
Zhang Yingyue looked at Song Zhenyu, saying, “Zhenyu, you should take a sip first.”
Song Zhenyu hurriedly said, “Why should I drink this? It’s you who really needs it.”
If the current circumstances had allowed it, he would have slaughtered the chicken to make chicken soup for Zhang Yingyue,
Zhang Yingyue looked at Song Zhenyu, her eyes filled with an unwavering resoluteness. “If you don’t drink, then I won’t either.
When Song Zhenyu saw how stubborn Zhang Yingyue was, he was left with no choice but to take a sip. Despite the soup not being heavily seasoned, it was genuinely delicious still. The aroma of the egg was incredibly fragrant after all.
Song Zhenyu couldn’t help but think that this was the most delicious egg he had ever eaten.
After taking a couple of sips, Song Zhenyu refused to drink any more. Meanwhile, Zhang Yingyue, holding her bowl, was taking small sips from it.
Meanwhile, the conscious Song Shuying, silently moved her lips.
The aroma of the eggs was truly delightful, yet it contained a familiar scent. Considering how Song Ruying was always washing diapers and feeding the chickens with bugs she caught, Song Shuying quickly realized what it was.
She had absorbed spiritual energy by drinking from the spiritual spring, hence her poop was unusually
nutritious.
Every day, Song Ruying would throw the waste water out on the grass, which had likely flourished as a result. The grass, in turn, nurtured the insects. The insects were then consumed by the chickens, which ended up laying an egg, one that was particularly nutritious.
In this world, the cycle of life prevailed.
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The chickens raised by her family in the future would rely be delicious, so she really wished she could grow up faster.
After Zhang Yingyue had eaten her fill, Song Shuying was also quickly satiated.
On the sixteenth of August, it was a gloomy day, appearing as if rain was imminent. Song Zhenyu got up early, prepared breakfast, and was ready to head out to chop wood.
This time, he took Song Tiangi and Song Tianheng with him, leaving Song Ruying at home to keep an eye on the house and Zhang Yingyue.
At home, Song Ruying busied herself with catching bugs to feed the chickens whenever Zhang Yingyue didn’t need her. Each time she caught a bug, she was filled with joy.
Even the rooster and hen at home had come to recognize her. Whenever they saw her carrying something in her hand, they would happily run over.
Once the chores were done, Song Ruying went into the house to sleep alongside Zhang Yingyue.
She lay next to Song Shuying, and watched the latter with a smile. “Mom, Shuying is so well–behaved and sensible.”
Having received praise, Song Shuying was in high spirits, flashing a smile at Song Ruying.
Song Ruying was slender, her complexion sallow and dull. Her hair was dry and frizzy, a clear indication of her difficult life. The days following their moving out had at least allowed her to eat her fill, a stark contrast to her previous life, where she barely survived.
Song Shuying couldn’t help but pray, hoping to bring good fortune to her family and ensure the health and well–being of each family member.
“Shuying. I love you so much.”
Watching Song Shuying smile, Song Ruying couldn’t help but give her a kiss.
Pure affection was something that Song Shuying cherished deeply.
Go on, kiss me,
quickly drifting off to
Song Ruying leaned on Song Shuying, sleep.
Zhang Yingyue looked at her two daughters, her eyes filled with tenderness. These past few days, she had been eating and sleeping well. Her health was also gradually improving.
With her two daughters by her side, she quickly fell asleep.
When noon arrived, Song Zhenyu returned home with the other two children, carrying firewood on his back. After having a drink of water, he promptly went back to work.
By the time he returned for the second time, it had started to rain.
Upon entering the room, Song Zhenyu chuckled and said, “This rain has arrived at just the right time. It feels cool and comfortable.”
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Zhang Yingyue laughed softly. “You’ve been working hard for many days now. Since it’s raining, why don’t you take a break?”
Song Zhenyu took a seat by the bed, playfully making clicking sound with his tongue against his upper jaw to amuse Song Shuying. Meanwhile, he chatted with Zhang Yingyue. “Hmm, the bamboo I chopped a couple of days ago had not been completely used up. split some later and tidy it up. Maybe, I can weave a few household items like dustpans and such.”
With a look of concern in her eyes, Zhang Yingyue said “But you’ve already done a lot today.”
With a smile, Song Zhenyu said, “It’s no big deal. I’ll jus sit here and move my hands around.”
Zhang Yingyue gazed at Song Zhenyu, their eyes locked in silent understanding. Sometimes, words were not needed between them.
Song Zhenyu gently patted Zhang Yingyue’s shoulder, saying, “Our lives will continue to improve. This chestnut is almost dry. Once we have enough firewood at home in a few days, I’ll go check things out in
town.”
