In a flash, it was New Year's Eve. The popping of firecrackers echoed in ceaseless waves. Fireworks also burst in the sky from time to time.
This year, of course, was exceptionally different for Zhang Bin's family. They no longer worried about lacking new clothes, not having money for New Year's goods, or Father Zhang's illness.
Father Zhang and Mother Zhang had prepared an abundance of delicious food.
Zhang Lele was as happy as a little magpie, chirping away all day. She had even made clothes for Hong Ya, Big Fatty, and Second Fatty, leading them on a wild romp through the village.
Seeing his family so happy and content filled Zhang Bin's heart with satisfaction.
Before he got the cell phone, this was his dream—to see his father's health recover, his family prosperous, and himself married to Xiao Fang, living the happy life of a small farmer.
