Reincarnation in the 60s: My Spatial Supermarket Brings Forth Wealth-Chapter 248: Eldest Sister Like a Mother

The New Year’s Eve dinner was prepared by the sisters, without letting their mom do anything.

The fire was set by the two brothers, although it was only for the stove, as the oven used coal briquettes.

"Big sister, I’ll make the braised pork. I’ve already learned your skills, but I can’t handle the seafood, so I’ll leave that to you!" Lin Xia said confidently, waving a spatula.

"Alright! You make a few dishes, I’ll make a few, and Xiao Yun will steam the dumplings! Dumplings for the New Year’s Eve dinner should be steamed, for good fortune!" Lin Xue organized the work.

"Bro, you start the fire, I’m going to set off some firecrackers to liven things up!"

"Okay! You’re always slacking off! Go ahead and set off a lot!"

At that time, fireworks and firecrackers weren’t banned, but each family couldn’t afford much, so the atmosphere was quite calm.

Lin Xue planned to make ten dishes, symbolizing perfection, but that meant being selective and removing many dishes.

Chicken, duck, fish, pork, beef, lamb, all kinds of seafood, there were definitely more than ten. Lin Xue selected, leaving one favorite dish for each person, and the rest would be made for guests coming to pay New Year’s visits on the second day.

Second Uncle borrowed Lin Daliang’s bicycle after work and rushed home overnight to spend the New Year with his family.

Uncle and his wife also came with Lin Daliang and were already in position.

Niu Yingying, heavily pregnant, insisted on helping, but Lin Xue asked Uncle to take her downstairs to crack sunflower seeds.

At that time, there was no TV to watch, so they could only chat and tell stories to pass the time. But with seven people talking and laughing, they clearly didn’t feel bored and were actually very cheerful.

Lin Xue knew that in the Capital City, there were televisions, but not yet common in this small town, so she hadn’t bought one.

She promised Zhang Yuan they would have New Year’s Eve dinner together, but only after her family finished eating and staying up for the year could she join him.

At exactly midnight, the whole family sat around the round table – quite a large family indeed. One table wasn’t enough, so they split into two, one for adults and one for the younger generation.

After paying respects to the deities, the part the younger ones loved most began: New Year’s greetings in exchange for lucky money.

This year had been better, so every adult prepared a red envelope.

Lin Xue led the greetings, sincerely kneeling and paying respects, not even sparing Uncle and Aunt, receiving red envelopes one-by-one. 𝕗𝚛𝚎𝚎𝐰𝗲𝗯𝗻𝚘𝚟𝚎𝗹.𝕔𝐨𝕞

Her mouth couldn’t stop smiling, not because of the money, but because of the good omens.

The whole family laughed blissfully, even the two-year-old toddlers mimicked their older siblings by kneeling and bowing, causing bursts of laughter as they were given red envelopes.

The two little ones observed their red envelopes from side to side, utterly adorable.

"This year’s drought made life hard for every household, yet we can still celebrate with such abundance; it’s truly not easy!" Grandpa Wang, being the oldest and most qualified to speak, expressed, after the grandchildren had all settled down. As a farmer, he wasn’t very eloquent, simply expressing gratitude for good fortune.

"Dad, it’s all thanks to Xiao Xue, otherwise Bro-in-law and I wouldn’t have jobs. Without jobs, we would have had to earn labor points with the commune and would likely be struggling to fill our stomachs! We wouldn’t have such good days!" Wang Yongsheng quickly expressed his gratitude.

"Yongsheng, don’t exaggerate. Even if our salaries were combined and saved for months, we might not afford this table. Besides, it wasn’t even available for purchase! Xiao Yuan helped us buy all this!" Lin Daliang spoke cheerfully, feeling quite proud.

Lin Xue secretly covered her face, alright, whatever her dad said must be the case. She did say Zhang Yuan helped with the purchase.

Otherwise, how could she explain these delicious gourmet dishes?

"Ah? Turns out I was exaggerating! Haha..." Wang Yongsheng laughed to cover his embarrassment, but fortunately, he wasn’t vain and knew his own abilities.

"Come on! Let’s raise a glass! To climbing higher in the new year, cheers!" Grandpa Wang raised his glass, leading everyone at both tables to toast, with smiles of satisfaction all around.

"Big sister, I toast to you. Without you, I might never have touched needle and thread; my passions would remain hidden inside me forever. You gave me hope, encouragement, and substantial help. An elder sister is like a mother; I, Lin Yun, will respect you for my entire life!"

Lin Xue was flabbergasted. How did her usually taciturn and reserved second sister suddenly become so loquacious and sentimental today?

She felt overwhelmed by the atmosphere; what was going on?

"Come on, let’s toast! Keep working hard in the future! Big sister has already thought about your next step. As long as you work hard enough, big sister will handle the external factors for you! Once you get into high school, we’ll find a more professional teacher for you! Big sister believes in you!" Lin Xue stood up, clinked her glass with her sister’s, and downed the wine in one go.

It was something Lin Xue had picked up from the supermarket, low in alcohol content, almost like grape juice, but still intoxicating if too much was consumed.

Clap clap clap...

After the two sisters drank, everyone at both tables burst into applause, for Lin Yun’s efforts and excellence, as well as Lin Xue’s exemplary elder sister demeanor.

Lin Yun blushed instantly but overcame her inner resistance to express herself in front of so many family members.

"Big sister, I also toast to you! I’m not as eloquent as second sister, but big sister, you are the person I admire most. I aspire to become as outstanding as you! For that, I will work even harder! Just like second sister said, an elder sister is like a mother, and I will respect you all my life!" Lin Xia stood up, not waiting for Lin Xue to sit down, to speak and clink glasses.

Lin Shan, sitting next to Lin Xue, quickly poured wine into her glass.

Lin Xue thought to herself, these little ones are taking turns to toast her, obviously prepared beforehand. Luckily, she could handle her liquor, or she’d be downed by these little ones.

"You! Always loud and brash, but you get the job done. You should try to fix your temper!" Lin Xue pointed out her sister’s shortcomings.

Lin Xia still hadn’t developed a clear interest or hobby. Her only joy was helping Lin Yun with orders and counting money, which worried Lin Xue. This sister of hers really had a knack for business.

"Thank you, big sister, I’ll try to change!" Lin Xia accepted the criticism cheerfully, showing a humble willingness to learn.

"Also, stop talking about respecting me as if I were your mother. Mom’s right there watching! Be careful she doesn’t get jealous!" Lin Xue joked, finishing her drink.

"They’re right! Why would I get jealous? On the contrary, if they don’t honor you enough, I’d be furious! Listen up! Without your big sister, Mom can’t even imagine what this household would be like! Everything we have is thanks to her! If anyone treats her poorly, watch how I handle you!"

Wang Cuihua, hearing Lin Xue mention her, quickly stood up and expressed herself, with a hint of both threat and persuasion, looking exceptionally earnest, making Lin Xue burst into laughter.

"Mom, don’t worry! That day will never come!" The little ones shouted in unison.