The Age of Rebirth: Winning since the educated youth went to the countryside

Chapter 961: Busy Farm Season

Zhou Ziwen was carrying a fish basket and was in a good mood along the way.

When he returned home, Chen Qiaoyi and Chen Shiying saw him coming back and came to greet him.

"Brother Ziwen, you're back! Did you catch any fish?" Chen Qiaoyi asked curiously.

Zhou Ziwen put the fish basket on the ground with a smile and said, "We have made quite a big catch today, take a look."

Chen Qiaoyi and Chen Shiying came forward and couldn't help but exclaimed when they saw the fish in the basket.

"Wow, so many big fish, including a turtle and what looks like a sturgeon!" Chen Shiying said in surprise.

"Yeah, I'm very lucky today." Zhou Ziwen said with a smile.

"These fish can be used to make many dishes in the evening." Chen Qiaoyi said happily.

Zhou Ziwen nodded, feeling very happy. "Yes, I can make braised fish, steamed turtle, and sturgeon soup tonight. You will definitely enjoy a feast!"

"Then I'll go prepare it!" Chen Qiaoyi said excitedly, and immediately turned and walked towards the kitchen.

"Let me help you!" Chen Shiying followed and prepared to work together.

Zhou Ziwen looked at the two people's busy backs, smiled and shook his head, then squatted down, took out the fish and turtles from the fish basket, and put them in a large wooden basin.

While doing all this, he played with little Yueyue.

Little Yueyue sat in the stroller, looking at the fishes swimming in the wooden basin with curiosity, babbling to herself and occasionally stretching out her little hands to try to catch them.

Zhou Ziwen smiled and teased her, "Xiao Yueyue, look at these fish. We can eat them later."

Little Yueyue seemed to understand what Zhou Ziwen said. Her eyes were shining with excitement. She clapped the edge of the stroller with her little hands and laughed happily.

"Brother Ziwen, what should we do with these fish?" Chen Qiaoyi poked her head out from the kitchen and asked while looking at the fish in the wooden basin.

"Let me take care of it. You and Shiying prepare the other dishes first." Zhou Ziwen stood up, rolled up his sleeves, and prepared to start processing the fish.

He picked up a fish, skillfully scraped off the scales, gutted it, took out the internal organs, and then rinsed it with clean water.

When it comes to soft-shelled turtles and sturgeons, he is even more careful, ensuring that every step is done cleanly and neatly.

"Brother Ziwen, you are amazing. You process the fish so quickly." Chen Qiaoyi couldn't help but admire Zhou Ziwen's skillful movements.

"Haha, this is my specialty." Zhou Ziwen responded with a smile, but his hands did not slow down at all.

After a while, all the fish were processed and Zhou Ziwen placed them on different plates, preparing different cooking methods.

"Shiying, please help me marinate these fish. I'll go and process the sturgeons." Zhou Ziwen said to Chen Shiying.

"Okay, leave it to me." Chen Shiying took the plate and began to prepare the seasoning and marinate the fish.

Zhou Ziwen concentrated on processing the sturgeon. He knew that the meat of sturgeon was quite special and required special cooking methods to preserve its freshness to the greatest extent.

In the kitchen, three adults were busy, while little Yueyue was babbling to herself in the stroller, occasionally letting out a few crisp laughs, adding a lot of warm atmosphere to the home.

As time passed, bursts of fragrance wafted from the kitchen. The aroma of braised fish, the deliciousness of steamed turtle, and the mellowness of sturgeon soup intertwined together, making people salivate.

"Brother Ziwen, can we have dinner now? I can't wait any longer." Chen Qiaoyi looked at the dishes on the table, her eyes gleaming with anticipation.

"Okay, the last dish is ready, let's eat!" Zhou Ziwen took off his apron and greeted everyone with a smile. The family sat around the dining table. Zhou Ziwen prepared some fish paste for Yueyue, while Chen Qiaoyi and Chen Shiying couldn't wait to taste the various dishes.

"Wow, this braised fish is so delicious, the fish meat is tender and the sauce is rich." Chen Qiaoyi praised while eating.

"This soft-shelled turtle is also delicious, the meat is fresh and tender, and it is very nutritious." Chen Shiying did not forget to express her opinion.

"The sturgeon soup is so delicious. I've never tasted such delicious fish soup." Chen Qiaoyi tasted the soup and her eyes lit up.

Zhou Ziwen looked at their satisfied expressions and felt a sense of accomplishment. He fed Yueyue a mouthful of fish paste, who ate it with gusto and was obviously enjoying the meal.

The family finished their dinner with laughter. After dinner, Zhou Ziwen sat in the yard with Chen Qiaoyi and Chen Shiying for a while, enjoying the tranquility of the night. Little Yueyue was tired from playing in the stroller and had fallen asleep.

For the next period of time, Zhou Ziwen's life was very peaceful.

In the morning, I visit the chicken farm, then go to the pig farm to tinker with the tractor, or go to the various scrap collection stations in the county. My life is fulfilling and comfortable.

Every morning, Zhou Ziwen wakes up to the sound of roosters crowing. After a quick wash, he goes to the chicken farm to see the newly hatched chicks.

Under the care of Zhao Youcai and the educated youth, the chicks grew rapidly and had become lively from their initial fragile state.

Zhou Ziwen will check the chickens' diet and health to make sure everything is running on good track.

After returning from the chicken farm, Zhou Ziwen would go to the pig farm.

The piglets there are also growing well. He, Li Lei and Chen Guowei check the hygiene of the pig house to ensure that the piglets have a clean and comfortable environment to grow.

Zhou Ziwen also observes the piglets' diet and activity, and adjusts the feed formula in a timely manner to ensure the piglets' nutritional balance.

In the afternoon, Zhou Ziwen sometimes rides his bicycle to the county town.

He was looking for possible treasures at the scrap collection station in the county town.

His eyesight became more and more accurate, and he could always find valuable items among a pile of seemingly useless waste.

Some of these items can be used to repair tractors, while others are antiques and artworks from his personal collection.

Zhou Ziwen is always enthusiastic about these discoveries, and he knows that these collections may become very valuable in the future.

In the evening, Zhou Ziwen would return home and prepare dinner with Chen Qiaoyi and Chen Shiying.

They cooked together, shared what they saw and heard during the day, and enjoyed the warmth of family.

Little Yueyue is also growing up slowly, starting to learn to talk and walk, bringing endless laughter to this family.

Early in the morning that day, Wu Dagang's voice came from the radio.

"Attention, fellow members. Attention, fellow members. Summer weeding begins today! Everyone gather at the threshing ground and get ready to work in the fields!" His voice was loud and clear, spreading to every corner of the village.

After hearing the broadcast, Zhou Ziwen immediately got up, washed and prepared to gather at the threshing ground.

Chen Shiying was cooking in the kitchen. She quickened her hands, intending to prepare breakfast as soon as possible and go to the threshing ground with Zhou Ziwen.