Besides the little girl Xiaocao and her parents, there was an older child and a younger one held in Xiaocao's dad's arms.
These were Xiaocao's brother and her little brother. The little brother was only one year old and could barely walk, so whenever they went out, he was carried by his parents, even while working.
Because there was only one daughter in the family, Xiaocao's life was considered good in the village. This was why she appeared more lively and cheerful compared to most people.
The two little sisters who had just finished playing were happily chatting while leading the way, while the others followed behind, greeting each other and getting acquainted.
Xiaocao's parents looked like typical farmers, their backs bent from years of labor; the wind and rain had left ravines on their faces and hands.
In contrast, Jiang Hu and his wife, despite also farming, were entirely different.
