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"Things went smoothly, didn't they, Brother Zhijie, Brother Zhiwen? Didn't feel like going out to play?" At this time of the year, the farming work was less pressing, and with New Year's approaching, villagers who enjoyed a good game would gather to play cards. Of course, there'd be a small wager involved, but nobody was wealthy, so the stakes were low, just a bit of fun.
"Mom said you'd come by tonight, so she asked us all to be here." In truth, Zhijie was a bit reluctant. Why should he, as her cousin, wait at home just because Yunfang was visiting? It all seemed topsy-turvy. Nevertheless, out of respect for his father, he came, even though he didn't look too pleased.
"Ha ha, that's perfect. I've brought back some things for you guys." Shen Yunfang said cheerily as she placed her handbag on the kang and unzipped it to take things out.
