frightfiction Chapter 206: Lively Beam Raising Ceremony
Chapter 206: Lively Beam Raising Ceremony
The next morning, the soft sunlight shone through the clouds and onto the small mountain village.
Chen Qingxin's new house, which is about to be completed, looks particularly solemn and beautiful under the sunlight.
The breeze blew gently, making the leaves rustle, as if cheering for the upcoming beam-raising ceremony.
The four Wang brothers and Aunt Ding came early in the morning in their horse-drawn carriages.
Also coming along this time was Chen Qingxin's godfather Wang Dashan.
The family drove two horse-drawn carriages, one of which was loaded with gifts for Chen Qingxin's family.
The carriage with people in it had the brothers' luggage on it.
As soon as the carriage stopped, Chen Qingxin and his family came to greet them warmly.
"Hehe! Godfather, you're finally willing to come here? This is your first visit, so do we have to set up a separate banquet for you?" Chen Qingxin teased.
Wang Dashan's old face turned into a chrysanthemum with a smile:
"My daughter treats her godfather as an outsider, haha.
The family does not speak two languages.
I'm your godfather, there's really no need to be polite, just give me some water to drink."
The fourth brother gave Chen Qingxin a head pat:
"Oh, oh! Fourth brother isn't at home, so there's no one to argue with you. So, you're targeting dad?
Haha, sister, our dad is a businessman and he’s very eloquent.
I don't think it's that easy to deal with, so take it easy."
Wang Erbao also chimed in:
"Little sister, Second Brother knows that our father is best at playing dirty.
You'd better stay away, otherwise you won't know how you lost, haha!"
Chen Qingxin glared at him and said, "Second brother, don't treat me like you guys. I won't be like two brothers with low IQs, humph!
Xin'er has his own way to deal with his godfather.
At worst, if I can't win the argument, I'll just see who has the bigger fist."
Wang Sanbao couldn't help laughing: "Daddy has met his match, haha! Sister, you don't have to be polite. When my brothers are not at home, you are the boss."
Chen Qingxin didn't know what to say. His four brothers were all out, so wasn't he the oldest?
There was nothing wrong with what he said, but she always felt something was wrong.
Wang Dashan looked at the little girl's aggrieved yet cute face, his face full of love:
"Haha, my girl, those brats are out now, you are the treasure of your godfather and godmother, and there will never be a time when you and I will compete with each other over fist size.
No wonder your godmother refused to go home after she came here. It would be strange for her to miss home with such a lovely daughter by her side. "
"Alright, alright! Dashan, why are you still sour?
Let me introduce my sister to you."
Aunt Ding pulled Chen Li up warmly, "Sister, this is your brother-in-law Wang Dashan."
"Hello, her godfather!" Chen Li bowed to Wang Dashan.
"Ouch!"
Wang Dashan was flattered and quickly made a gesture of helping him up with both hands, "Sister, please don't be so polite. Hurry up and get up. This is embarrassing me, Old Wang."
Chen Li stood up and smiled shyly at Wang Dashan naturally: "Thank you, brother-in-law!"
At this time, Chen Qingxin also walked up to them and asked with a smile:
"Mother, godmother, today godfather is here as a rare guest. He can help Qingwen check if there are any omissions in the beam raising ceremony. This will make me less worried."
Aunt Ding clapped her hands and praised: "Our Xin'er is so smart. At such a young age, he deeply understands the principle of making the best use of things."
After he finished speaking, he gave her a thumbs up.
Chen Li smiled secretly when she heard this.
Wang Dashan stroked his beard and said, "How come this woman has treated her husband like a nobody in such a short time? Is there anyone who uses metaphors like you do?"
People were chatting and laughing, and time passed quickly.
Near noon, all the adults and children who were able to move in the entire Kaoshan Village rushed to the courtyard of Chen Qingxin's home like a tide.
The compound was filled with laughter and joy. Children were running around and playing among the crowd. Their rosy faces were filled with innocent smiles, like blooming flowers.
The adults greeted each other, their eyes full of anticipation, and the joy on each of their faces was as bright as the sun.
As the auspicious time arrived, firecrackers suddenly sounded, and the crackling sound echoed over the village like a passionate piece of music.
Uncle Liu led the craftsmen to work together to slowly lift up the carefully carved beams.
The beams were carved with exquisite patterns that looked so lifelike that Chen Qingxin could not help but admire the superb carving skills of his brothers.
The beams were firmly placed on the roof.
Suddenly, cheers broke out and bright smiles appeared on people's faces.
That smile is like a blooming flower, shining in the sun.
The beams were tied with red silk flowers and hung with various auspicious ornaments, which looked particularly dazzling under the sunlight.
The red silk flowers burned like flames, as if bringing good luck to the new house.
Liu the Bricklayer and others stood on the roof, throwing candies, cakes, and coins to the people below.
The candies are like colorful gems, drawing beautiful arcs in the air.
The pastries exude an enticing aroma, making people salivate.
Especially when copper coins were thrown down one by one, the children rushed to grab them, and the laughter and cheers intertwined, making the whole compound immersed in a sea of joy.
As the protagonist of today, Chen Qingwen never stopped smiling.
He kept bowing to the people around him and his gratitude was beyond words.
Chen Qingxin was extremely excited. Looking at this new house that embodied his hard work and expectations, his heart was filled with pride and satisfaction.
She seemed to see the happy life in this house in the future, with the whole family enjoying themselves and laughing constantly.
I also felt a surge of respect for the craftsmen, and was grateful for their hard work and superb skills.
At the same time, I also felt the enthusiasm and blessings of my neighbors, and my heart was filled with warmth.
Chen Qingxin secretly made up his mind to manage this home well and make it a warm haven.
At this moment, the sky is as blue as a gem, and white clouds are floating like clouds.
The mountains in the distance are rolling and the green trees are swaying gently in the breeze, as if adding a touch of natural beauty to this lively beam-raising ceremony.
At this moment, joy and happiness flowed in everyone's heart and became an unforgettable memory.
Under the care of Chen Li, Aunt Ding and two maids, Chen Qingying and Xiao Qingwu also picked up a lot of candies, snacks and coins.
Little Qingwu held the two coins in his hand in front of his elder sister like he was presenting a treasure: "Elder sister, Qingwu will save up a dowry for you!"
"Puchi!" Chen Qingxin couldn't help but spit on the little bun's face.
In order to ease the embarrassment, she simply kissed Xiao Qingwu on the face:
"Thank you, my dear brother!
So cute!
Then the eldest sister will accept the brother's kindness, but not all of it. In addition, the eldest sister also needs to save some betrothal gifts for Qingwu."
She took out a silver coin and said, "Xiao Wu can keep the betrothal gift with mother and use it to marry a wife when he grows up."
Chen Qingwu took the silver colloid and held it in his hand, his small hand clenched tightly, as if protecting this precious promise.
The brother's innocent childishness and the sister's delicate care are intertwined, becoming a touching scene in this unforgettable beam-raising ceremony.