Hua Hong and Jin Zai hadn't come back yet. Lin Yan looked at the calendar and saw that it was already July. It was impossible to go out this year.
When the cold season arrives, mountains and rivers are frozen, making it impossible to travel by water, and even more difficult by land.
The reason why she insists on building roads is because she can travel during the cold season.
Once the ice freezes, the boat cannot move, but as long as the land is smooth, even if it is covered with heavy snow, you can go with a sled.
After planting cotton in a large area, there is no need to worry about warm clothes. As long as the roads are repaired, it is feasible to go out.
Therefore, road construction is imperative.
Lin Yan was so lost in thought that she didn't notice two black figures sneaking into the yard. When there was a noise, she suddenly came to her senses and rushed out of the house.
In the kitchen? Lin Yan rushed in without hesitation.
The scene that caught her eye shocked her on the spot. What was going on? How come there are two smaller versions of Sarus Dai and Sarus Er.
Before Lin Yan could say anything, he heard a childish voice saying, "Ah, I've been discovered."
Another voice followed: "What are you afraid of? I found something I can eat."
No matter what Lin Yan's mood was, he blinked his cute eyes and said sweetly: "Mengmeng wants to drink milk."
The other little one followed closely and said, "Zhuang Zhuang also wants to drink milk and eat cookies."
The two are about the same size and similar in appearance to small apes. The only difference is their eyes. The cute big eyes have brown pupils, while the strong ones are black.
The whole body is covered with brown hair. It is the size of a human child and is very ignorant.
"Mengmeng, Zhuangzhuang, this is the first time we meet, where are you from?" Lin Yan smiled very kindly, like a bad sister who kidnapped children.
Mengmeng blinked her eyes, "Come from home, my father and mother are out. Mengmeng and Zhuangzhuang are hungry and come here to find something to eat."
"How did you find my house?" Lin Yan had already thought that Mengmeng and Zhuangzhuang should be the children of Yuan Da and Yuan Er. She had not seen Yuan Da and Yuan Er for a long time.
Zhuangzhuang: "Been here before, I remember the way."
One person and two apes were chatting when Huahong and Jinzai came back.
"Hey, why are Mengmeng and Zhuangzhuang here? Are you hungry? Jin Zai, quickly bring the cookies you brought back."
Huahong seemed not to see Lin Yan, and only saw cuteness and Zhuangzhuang in her eyes.
"Auntie, I'm hungry too. I didn't eat at night." Lin Yan reminded loudly, "You only see Mengmeng and Zhuangzhuang in your eyes, but don't you see the big living person like my daughter?"
Huahong said disgustedly: "You are such a big man, how can you compete with Mengmeng and Zhuangzhuang for food. There are steamed buns over there, go and eat them."
Lin Yan instantly felt that he had fallen out of favor, "Auntie, I am your daughter. You should give me the delicious food."
The protest was fruitless, and Lin Yan watched helplessly as Mengmeng and Zhuangzhuang swept away all the food that Aniang had brought back, leaving nothing for her.
After Huahong sent the two little ones away eagerly, she said: "Aniang, you are so kind to Mengmeng and Zhuangzhuang, I'm jealous."
"Those two little cubs are so lovable. You have grown up." Huahong sighed, "People in the city are very fond of Mengmeng and Zhuangzhuang. You will know when you go and see them."
"Why? Even if he is the son of Yuan Da and Yuan Er, there is no reason for him to receive such preferential treatment."
"You don't understand. Before the city wall was built, a herd of beasts attacked the city. There were many wild wolves, hyenas, tigers, etc."
Huahong recalled the scene that day, "It was late at night and everyone was asleep. It was Yuan Da and Yuan Er who noticed it first and led us to resist. The fight was very brutal. Yuan Da and Yuan Er were very brave. Without them, Sun City would have been destroyed. Many people were killed or injured.”
"Mengmeng and Zhuangzhuang were born prematurely that night. We didn't know until they were born. It was Yuanda and Yuaner who saved everyone. People are grateful and have more love and pampering for Mengmeng and Zhuangzhuang. Don't look at it. They are still small, but they are already very powerful. They are very good at catching rabbits and pheasants, and they are very fast."
"Every time I think about that night, I feel scared. If it weren't for Yuan Da and Yuan Er, the people in the city would probably be killed in their sleep. After that night, the Arbitration Court ordered the construction of the city wall and arranged for people to guard it at night. "
Lin Yan was frightened when she heard this, "It's been so long since I came back, why didn't anyone tell me this?" She thought that everyone was very enlightened and built the city wall for defense.
Jin Zai: "No one wants to recall the misery of that night, not long after you took people away secretly. Who would have thought that it would be more than two years since you left. By the time you come back, it has been so long, and it makes you sad to mention it. Worried, no one wants to say more.”
"How many people were lost that night?" Lin Yan felt very heavy. This was the bloody fact. It was too difficult to survive in the wasteland.
"More than 200 people were killed or wounded in the military department, including many cattle, horses, chickens, ducks and geese." Huahong said calmly, "Since then, people in the military department have been more respected. Before that, there were always gossips about dissatisfaction with the use of tax revenue. After supporting so many people in the military department, no one dared to say this anymore."
Jin Zai: "This is the treatment that soldiers should receive. The vicious beast's night attack that night also made people realize that danger is always there. Only if more people actively join the army can the military department expand so many people in the past two years."
Suddenly learning that such a big thing happened while he was away, Lin Yan's mood fluctuated that night, and he lay on the bed tossing and turning.
When she came back, she saw a prosperous scene in Sun City. All walks of life were developing rapidly, which made her ignore the crisis that already existed.
In fact, the city wall should have been built a long time ago, but she had been busy with farming and other things, and people from the military were patrolling and warning. After several years of peace, she felt that building the city wall could be delayed a little longer.
Lin Yan was very fortunate that the Arbitration Court responded in a timely manner, made quick decisions, and took the time to build the city wall.
That wall is the protection in everyone's heart. With it, we can sleep peacefully at night.
Lin Yan suddenly thought that one day when he and Lan Yue were walking on the street, Lan Yue's eyes looked at the city wall. Did she already know it and hide it from herself?
This group of friends really went too far. There was nothing to hide. It had already happened and she wouldn't do anything.
The next day, Lin Yan rushed to Shui Sheng like a gust of wind, "Did you tell everyone to hide it from me?"
Shuisheng was confused, "Why don't I tell you?" Looking at her menacing look, did she come to ask for guilt?
"Why are you suddenly building the city wall?" Lin said calmly, with a calm expression.
Shuisheng thought to himself, but he still didn't hide it. He nodded, "It has happened, and it doesn't matter whether you know it or not. I thought that with so many casualties, it would be even more sad for you to know. It's over, it's gone. necessary."
"Okay, I'll believe you for now. What else are you hiding from me?"
She was not at peace in her heart. If she hadn't accidentally discovered Mengmeng and Zhuangzhuang, she would still have been kept in the dark.
Since Shui Sheng dared to hide it, it must be more than this.
"Don't you dare say it?" Lin Yan raised his eyebrows, "I won't settle the score afterwards, just tell me directly. If I wait to hear it from others, the consequences may be serious."
Shuisheng's expression was solemn.
Lin Yan's heart skipped a beat. Could there be something else?
(End of chapter)
