There was a meat and vegetable shop at the entrance to the village, along with a general store selling all kinds of daily necessities.
They met quite a few villagers along the way.
Knowing they were there to film a show, the villagers were all very welcoming. Not only did they tell them where the various facilities were, they also said that if they ran into any trouble, they could just call out in any of their courtyards.
"That's how we all are here. You help me, I help you."
Yan Feizhuo was rather quiet in situations like this, so Sheng Nian took on the role of ambassador for outside communication.
He thanked her with a beaming smile. "Thank you, Auntie~"
That smile utterly charmed the village woman. "Oh my, if I had a little O, I'd definitely spoil him just like you."
As she spoke, she thrust the freshly picked fruit she was holding into Sheng Nian's arms. "Here, have some fruit. We planted a few fruit trees at home. These all came from our own trees. They're so sweet."
Sheng Nian took a mandarin from the basket and peeled it. The first thing he noticed was the fresh scent of its peel. He broke off a segment and put it into his mouth, amazed by the sweet-tart flavor and the distinct texture of each little juice vesicle.
"Mmm! Auntie, your mandarins are delicious!"
The woman smiled. "Aren't they? We grew them ourselves and took great care of them. If you like them, take them. I have more at home. Whenever you want some, come over and pick them."
As she spoke, she also pointed out where her home was to Sheng Nian.
Sheng Nian looked at the two hills covered in fruit trees that she was pointing at,