mtl008 Chapter 126 New Year
Chapter 126 New Year
I made some changes to the previous chapter. If you haven't read it yet, you can take a look. The author is going to have a meal!
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Zhao Tianshan and several team members thoroughly cleaned the dugout.
Zhang Fulin held a piece of paper and, using the writing skills he had just learned, wrote Spring Festival couplets in a crooked and messy manner.
Zhang Fulin held the calligraphy brush, his expression focused.
Although his handwriting was not very neat, he felt a great sense of accomplishment.
"This is my first time writing Spring Festival couplets, although I'm not as good as Technician Feng and Engineer Xia!"
Zhang Fulin said with a smile, his eyes full of pride.
"Hey Zhang Fulin, your Spring Festival couplets are pretty good!"
Feng Cheng walked over, looked at the couplets written on the table, and joked with a smile.
"Technician Feng, please stop teasing me."
Hearing the voice, Zhang Fulin turned around and saw that it was Feng Cheng.
He scratched his head and smiled憨厚ly.
"That's really good."
"Work hard!"
Feng Cheng patted Zhang Fulin on the shoulder and smiled, offering him a few words of encouragement.
Summer didn't stop him either; he was inspecting supplies on the dam.
This year, the population in Bashang has increased, and he has to ensure the livelihood of everyone in Bashang.
Before long, Lao Wei's New Year's Eve dinner was ready.
A large table of steaming hot food was served.
There was stewed potatoes, stir-fried cabbage, and a pot of fragrant wild vegetable soup.
Although there wasn't any fancy food, the team members all had satisfied smiles on their faces.
In addition, Lao Wei also made some mixed dough and wrapped a few pork and cabbage dumplings.
"It's time to eat!"
With a shout from Lao Wei, everyone gathered around the table.
"Come on, comrades, let's drink a bowl first!"
Xia Tian held up the rough porcelain bowl in her hand, which contained the same kind of sweet potato liquor as Li Yunlong's.
"Dry!"
The team members shouted in unison, their voices echoing in the small kitchen.
"Comrades, let me say a few words!"
After finishing a bowl of sweet potato soup, Xia Tian stood up.
"Comrades, we have spent this year together on this dam."
"Despite the harsh conditions, no one backed down."
"Today is Lunar New Year's Eve, a day for family reunion."
"Some of our comrades have already lost their family members."
"But once we've come to Saihanba, we're all one family."
"Today is a day for our family reunion. I hope everyone can be happy!"
"Next year, let's work together to achieve even greater success."
Xia Tian looked at the comrades sitting together and said loudly.
"Alright, everyone, let's start eating!"
The team members responded enthusiastically, and the dugout was soon filled with laughter and joy.
While enjoying their New Year's Eve dinner, everyone shared stories and anecdotes from the past year.
Zhao Tianshan then recounted his heroic deeds in the army.
Everyone listened with great interest, occasionally letting out exclamations of amazement.
"Old Zhao, you were really impressive in the army!"
Wei Fugui said with some envy.
"Hey, that's all in the past."
"We can still contribute to the country right here on this dam!"
Zhao Tianshan patted Zhang Fulin on the shoulder and said earnestly.
Feng Cheng also shared some interesting stories from his university days.
Those stories brimming with knowledge and culture.
It was as if the team members had opened a door to a new world.
"Technician Feng, after the literacy class is over, could you tell us more about your university life?"
"Da Yong said with anticipation."
"No problem! As long as everyone wants to learn, I'll keep teaching."
Feng Cheng smiled and agreed.
"Come on, let's stop talking and do one together!"
Summer raised her bowl and proposed again.
"cheers!"
The team members drank it all in one gulp, and each of them had a happy smile on their face.
After finishing their New Year's Eve dinner, everyone stayed together instead of leaving.
Summer suggested that everyone showcase their talents.
There was no television, no glamorous stage, but the team members' talents were in no way inferior.
"Feng Cheng, don't you have an accordion?"
"Come on, set an example for us first!"
Xia Tian turned her gaze to Feng Cheng, signaling him to perform first.
Upon hearing this, Feng Cheng didn't mince words.
He immediately retrieved his accordion from his dugout.
He sat down on the stool and began his performance.
When the song ended, everyone applauded.
"Technician, that was great! One more!"
Everyone applauded and cheered.
Feng Cheng stopped performing and spoke.
"I can't be the only one performing; everyone should have a chance!"
Next, Dayong and Erhuang performed a simple crosstalk routine.
Although there weren't many funny moments, their earnest expressions still made everyone laugh.
"You two did a great job with your crosstalk! You could become professional actors!"
Feng Cheng chuckled and teased.
"That won't do. We still need to plant trees and create forests on this dam!"
Da Yong answered seriously, which drew another burst of laughter from everyone.
Not to be outdone, Zhao Tianshan stood up and performed a set of military boxing for everyone.
Those powerful and vigorous movements showcased the spirit of a soldier.
Everyone watched intently, filled with admiration.
"Old Zhao, you're amazing! No wonder you were a soldier!"
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Everyone gave Zhao Tianshan's performance a thumbs up.
Looking at the lively scene before him, Xia Tian was filled with mixed emotions.
He knew that this Lunar New Year's Eve would become one of their most unforgettable memories in Bashang.
"Comrades, today is Lunar New Year's Eve, a day to bid farewell to the old year and welcome the new."
"In the past year, we have experienced many difficulties and challenges on this dam, but we have overcome them all."
"The literacy classes not only taught us knowledge, but also made us more united."
"In the new year, I hope we can continue our efforts to make this Bashang area even better!"
Summer stood up and summarized her thoughts.
"Okay! Let's all work together!"
The team members answered in unison.
Amidst everyone's laughter and chatter, time slipped away and midnight arrived.
"Happy New Year, Engineer Xia, Team Leader Zhao, Technician Feng, and all comrades!"
Wei Fugui suddenly stood up and said loudly.
"Happy New Year!"
The team members responded enthusiastically, and warm wishes filled the air.
Everyone exchanged blessings, and at that moment, all the fatigue and troubles of the past year vanished.
On this snow-covered dam, they felt the warmth of home and the power of unity.
As night deepened, the team members returned to their beds one after another.
The camp gradually quieted down, with only the sound of wind and snow outside the window continuing.
But within this tranquility lies boundless vitality and hope.
In the summer, I lay in my dugout, quietly listening to the wind and snow outside.
This is his eighth year in this other world.
After this Lunar New Year's Eve, Xia Tian officially turned 26.
"I wonder when I'll be able to get married."
Lying on the kang (heated brick bed) in the summer, thinking of my wife, I fell asleep without realizing it.
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I wish you all a Happy New Year!