Chapter 284 Entering the Mountain, Forest Farm
After getting along for a long time, Zhang An also said hello.
Xiaohu and the others are familiar with this ball-like form.
At night, the dogs did not reject it as much as during the day.
So this little fat guy got bold and wanted to get together with everyone.
Although Xiaohu and the others did not reject it, they did not want to pay attention to it.
In the end, only Dahu responded to it, so it followed Dahu.
I guess it was because Dahu saw it rounded like this, so he became more playful.
After all, Dahu has been quite playful since he was a child.
Seeing that this kind of creature looks like a ball, it’s not like I didn’t want to play with the ball.
While eating just now, Mr. Huang heard that Chen Ze was also going to take the dog into the mountains.
And it’s a good dog like Laizhou Red, so I wanted to take a look.
But when the old man saw Laizhou Hong in the form of a ball, his eyes widened.
"Xiao Chen, you are a dog of the wrong breed. Laizhou Red doesn't look like this. You have been deceived."
In silence, something seemed to break. Average.
Finally, when I learned how Chen Ze raised dogs, both humans and dogs were silent.
Sure enough, if you have money, you can really do whatever you want, even small dogs can be raised like this.
Early the next morning, when the sky was very dark, Zhang An had already gotten up and woke up Chen Ze and Ding Yi one by one.
Actually, it’s not too late now. It’s six o’clock in the morning. In other seasons, it would probably be already bright.
While they were washing up, Zhang An was already in the kitchen preparing breakfast.
You'll have to work hard when you go out later, so it's not okay if you don't eat enough at this time.
After uncovering the lump of coal on the stove, I put some coal on it.
It didn’t take long for a pot of hot noodles to come out.
Because Zhang An is lazy, the meat and vegetables are left over from last night.
Wang Fang originally wanted to get up and make breakfast for everyone, but Zhang An persuaded her to go back.
After all, after Wang Fang got up, it was not easy to go back to sleep.
And it’s not like Zhang An doesn’t know how to do things, but he might be in a hurry and do something simpler.
But even so, because of their excitement, Chen Ze and Ding Yi ate very deliciously from big bowls.
As soon as the three of them finished eating the noodles, Zhang Ping came to the yard carrying his usual snakeskin bag.
Immediately afterwards, Mr. Huang also came over with his dog.
Erqing was very familiar with the yard and crowded together with Xiaohu and the others as soon as he arrived.
However, they still glanced at the little fat man from time to time, but maybe they didn't make any movement when they saw the little tiger.
And the little fat man followed Dahu obediently, so Erqing also squatted quietly with Da Mao and the others.
Chen Ze and Ding came out and saw the big tube on Zhang Ping's shoulder. They stared at it for a long time.
"Brother Ping is a forest ranger with a certificate, and this thing was given by his unit."
Knowing what Ding Yi and Chen Ze were thinking, Zhang An explained.
"This is a good thing, but it's a pity that we won't be able to use it in the future."
Here, only the old man Huang Erye looked at this thing with kindness.
After all, he has been using it for several years, but young people like Zhang An, except Zhang Ping, have not had much contact with anyone else.
“Brother Ping, you don’t need this thing, why did you bring it?”
Zhang An didn't even expect that Zhang Ping would bring a shotgun. He himself didn't even think of bringing the composite crossbow that Ding Yi gave him last night.
Actually, it’s not like he didn’t bring it with him, because Zhang An placed it directly in the space.
“It doesn’t matter if you use it or not, it’s safer to carry it with you.”
Sometimes, it’s not just dangerous beasts in the mountains that can be dangerous.
And some people will not be safe if you meet them.
After the gathering was completed, Zhang An cleared the items and everyone was ready to set off.
Although we started together, it can obviously be divided into two parts.
Zhang An, Zhang An and Huang Erye all carried snakeskin bags on their backs.
Tie the two corners with a rope and hang it cross-body on the shoulder.
Chen Ze and Ding Yi each have a hiking bag, which is basically full.
Zhang An took all the items that were not big enough, but they were not heavy and would not affect his journey.
Zhang An took the lead and walked forward. Xiaohu followed Zhang An quietly with the dogs behind him like a leader.
All the way out of the village, we arrived at Chahe Bazi in ten minutes.
There are several roads here, among which the main road to the left is the way Zhang An often enters the mountain.
Over there is Wild Boar Rock, and further in is the direction of Yingzui Cliff in the Big Mountain Cave.
In the dry river ditch, Zhang Ping spoke to everyone.
"We won't go through Wild Boar Rock this time. The big cave is full of stone forests. It's useless to go there without entering the old forest."
Zhang An naturally has no problem. It doesn't matter where he goes into the mountains, he just needs to go to the mountains.
The same goes for Mr. Huang, he just wants to drag the dog, so he can go anywhere.
As for Chen Ze and Ding Yi, both of them are led by Zhang An. Zhang An has no objection, and they naturally have no objection either.
Seeing that everyone was fine, Zhang Ping took the lead and walked straight forward.
It was almost seven o'clock now, and the sky began to light up grayly.
Although there is no brightness, it is much better than when it was pitch dark just now. At least you can see the mountain road clearly.
Not far ahead, there is the well where Zhang An grabbed the stone pound last time.
Due to winter, most of the springs that used to have water here have dried up.
There are only a few relatively large springs, and the spring water is still soaking outside.
As you continue forward, there will be more weeds on the mountain road, and the mountain road will become more and more rugged.
Because of the road ahead, few people walk on weekdays.
From here, if you look back, you can no longer see any house in the village.
All that can be seen are the mountains in the distance.
As you climb mountains and ridges all the way, those who are familiar with the mountain road can look up and walk forward.
Unfamiliar people, such as Chen Ze and Ding Yi, have to keep an eye on the mountain road for fear of making a wrong step.
Whether it is a person or a dog, after walking through a mountain road, it is not as relaxed as it is at the foot of the mountain.
The trio in the village were doing okay. Even the oldest Mr. Huang was just out of breath.
They are all used to walking in the mountains and know how to walk to save energy.
Chen Ze and Ding Yi, on the other hand, were out of breath and starting to sweat profusely because they had never walked through the mountain road.
If Zhang An hadn't picked up all the big things, they would probably have called for intermission by now.
The same goes for dogs. The big dogs of Zhang An’s family have not changed much.
They are all grown-up dogs, and they stand and run in the mountains all year round, so their endurance has long been exhausted.
This mountain road is not even an appetizer for them.
After all, these little bastards will hide in the old woods when no one is paying attention.
Returning to this mountain is no different from returning to their home.
But for Erqing and Laizhou Fatty, it is different.
The two of them were behind, opening their big mouths and gasping for air as they walked.
Erqing is because he is still young and his body has not grown strong.
The Little Fatty is worse than Erqing because it is too fat.
Kong has a body of flesh, but he doesn’t have the strength to hold it up.
And these meats are probably all fat. Apart from keeping out the cold, they probably have no other function.
We had not gone very far, and we were so tired.
Chen Ze, who was walking behind it, looked quite gloating when he saw it.
"I usually don't want to take you out for a walk, but now I feel comfortable, hehe."
For a time, he played the role of an unscrupulous host to the fullest.
"Old Ding, you really need to exercise. Seeing that you are panting like this and out of breath. Li Li usually doesn't lose her temper."
Although she has already He was exhausted, but Chen Ze still made a joke about Ding Yi.
"After all, I am married and have a child, so you have to work hard."
In response, Ding Yi also gave a strong reply.
"You are still talking about me. Look, you are worse than me. You are no different from your fat dog."
"If you keep doing this, I'm afraid It’s hard to find a wife.”
Although they felt very tired, they still kept up with the team, and they did not forget to have fun and beat each other up during the process.
After walking forward for twenty minutes, we encountered a grass dam. This dam used to be a slope, but later the wood cut from the forest farm was transported here for recycling.
So over time, the small slope was worn into a smooth dam.
"Okay, let's rest here for a while."
Considering the physical problems of Chen Ze and Ding Yi, everyone decided to take a rest here.
When they heard the call to rest, Chen Ze and Ding Yi were as happy as if they had won a prize.
I immediately put down my backpack and found a rock to sit down and rest.
"You two should stand for a while, don't sit down in a hurry, otherwise you will regret it when you get older."
The two people who had just sat down, listened to the yellow After the second master's words, Ding Yi stood up immediately.
When Chen Ze saw that Ding Yi didn't do anything, he also stood up.
“Second Master, what’s the significance of this?”
"It's nothing special, but it will affect the flow of qi and blood in the body, and there is also the possibility of rheumatism entering the body, so it is best to wait until the qi has calmed down before sitting down."
Ding Yiyi Huang Erye He firmly believed what he said, and now he pays special attention to health preservation.
Because some time ago, whether he went to the hospital or went everywhere to seek medical advice, he was confused.
At the same time, he also knew that his health was really not that good.
Especially when I see Mr. Huang, who is sixty or seventy years old, looking at his thin body.
But it has been a long climb, but now it seems that they are much more relaxed than the two young people.
"Second Master, will it have any impact if the dog climbs down directly?"
Looking at the several big dogs on the ground, especially Laizhou Fatty and Er Qing.
As soon as the crowd stopped, it didn't even look for a place, it just lay down on the spot with its tongue hanging out.
“It has some influence but not much. After all, dogs are not as tall as humans and their hearts are low. Lying down and standing are actually the same.”
Ding Yi suddenly realized, yes, this dog can only stand a little higher than the ground.
If you lie on your stomach, the most you can do is land on your belly, which doesn’t seem to be any worse.
While everyone was chatting, there was a sudden sound in the withered yellow weeds not far ahead.
The little tiger lying on the ground immediately rushed out with Da Mao and the others.
Although Er Qing behind him was tired and fell down, he reluctantly stood up and ran over with everyone.
Huang Erye saw this and smiled unconsciously.
This is a good dog, worthy of the second generation of tigers.
The hound in the shape of a ball behind looked at the others chasing after it, and it also wanted to follow.
So I stood up, but others rushed over, while it walked over.
The scene was very joyful for a time, which made Chen Ze feel so embarrassed.
"Actually, it's enough. With its tonnage, it's good if it can hold up and follow it. Don't ask for too much."
"If this is an ordinary dog, it won't get up without rest."< br>
"It's a pity. If it hadn't been so fat, it would have been a good dog."
Looking at the little fat man trying his best to rush over and squeeze in with the dogs, Mr. Huang sighed.
After a while, the dogs ran into the bay, and not even a shadow could be seen in the grass dam.
"Should we follow? This is in the mountains. Don't let anything happen later."
Chen Ze couldn't see the big dogs and said with some worry.
“Don’t worry, we haven’t entered the mountain yet, nothing will happen.”
Before Zhang An could speak, Mr. Huang said.
“Even if you enter the mountains, as long as you don’t encounter a pack of wild boars or a pack of wolves, it will be fine.”
"When other things encounter Xiaohu and the others, they must also weigh their own weight."
It's not that the large number of dogs gave Huang Erye confidence, but that the big family of Xiaohu and the others are not weak to begin with. .
Sure enough, not long after, the dogs came back, and one of them had a fat hare in his mouth.
Zhang An recognized it, it was Sanmao, just like its name, it became the protagonist for once.
And the little fat man followed the big tiger in a hurry.
"It seems that we are lucky. It is estimated to be five or six pounds. We will have lunch later."
Zhang An took the hare from San Mao's mouth, and then touched San Mao. Mao's dog head, Sanmao went back to rest as if he had received a reward.
This is probably a problem inherited from their family. Whether it is the three brothers Xiaohu or the five big cats, they all like to have their heads stroked by Zhang An.
We haven’t reached the camping place yet, and there is no water source here, so Zhang An is not in a hurry to kill the rabbit.
I found some cowweed on the roadside and tied the limbs of the rabbit to a steel fork. It would not be too late to kill him when he arrived at the camp.
And this rabbit alone is not enough, there must be other things to catch.
The five of them can't eat much, but the combined food intake of these ten dogs is really scary.
"Have a rest, let's continue on the road, get to the campground early and set up camp early."
Zhang Ping saw everyone's faces recovered, and then he greeted everyone and prepared to set off again.
“Hey, let’s not talk about it. After taking a walk in the mountains, I feel so comfortable all over.”
After setting off again, Ding Yi sighed. He now feels full of energy. Chen Ze also nodded.
Actually, what they didn’t know was that Zhang An helped fill the water in their kettles.
It is filled with space spring water.
When they just took a break, the two of them were as tired as dead dogs.
After drinking a few mouthfuls of water, the fatigue in his body quickly dissipated, and he was full of strength.
The difference between going into the mountains in winter and other seasons is that there is no scenery in the mountains at this time.
Unless it snows, the mountains will be completely white at that time, and there may be scenes of thousands of miles of ice and snow drifting.
Otherwise in the mountains in winter, there would be nothing worthy of nostalgia on the road.
After all, after autumn, most plants have lost the color that life should have, and slowly withered and withered.
And the howling cold wind blowing in the mountains is also driving everyone forward.
Maybe it was during their break just now that Chen Ze and Ding Yi discovered that the water in the kettle was particularly delicious today.
When they got tired from walking along the way, they would take it out and take a sip or two. After drinking it, they would feel their physical strength return. They just thought it was a psychological effect.
So everyone walked to noon in one breath, and generally arrived at the camp Zhang Ping mentioned.
This is located in the middle of the forest farm of Changqing Brigade. You can tell at a glance that this is a place specially set aside for everyone to rest.
There are several wooden houses standing alone on the other side of the mountain.
This was the place where people used to rest when they went to the mountains to guard the forest or go to work.
"Has this wooden house been renovated recently? Why does it feel different from before."
Zhang An often came here in the past, and these wooden houses have slowly decayed.
Now it looks like the entire wooden house has been renovated.
The rotten wood has been replaced with new ones, and the door has been locked.
“The people who came to repair it last year were the same people I found. This is now our department’s camp in the forest farm. Naturally, it needs to be repaired. Of course, the work will give us money.”
This place used to be where the forest farm employees lived. Now it is definitely possible for the agriculture and forestry department to take it back and use it themselves.
“Actually, it’s not here, there are other forest farms as well. Basically every ranger has such a camp in his own area.”
“Hey, if I had known there was a wooden house, we would have I came without a tent."
Looking at Zhang Ping opening the door of the wooden house, Ding Yi said with some regret.
"If you bring a tent, it should be cleaner. Although this wooden house has been renovated, it is very dirty inside and has not been cleaned up. It is also very dark no matter day or night."
Sure enough, when Ding went in and took a look, he found that the inside was indeed Dark.
You can’t see clearly without lighting a lamp or a flashlight.
Because the window left in the wooden house has been nailed shut with wood.
And this wooden house is not big, although it used to be able to squeeze three or four people into it.
But now who would want to squeeze in here, dark and narrow.
If Zhang Ping goes into the mountains alone, it would be feasible to take one and wait inside for the night.
But there are so many people today, there will definitely be no room for them inside.
So Zhang An took the steel fork and began to clean up the area next to the wooden house. This place was not only spacious but also flat.
After cleaning it up later, we can pitch the tent there.
Then Zhang Ping also came out from the wooden house with a sickle, and followed him to clean up the weeds and vines that had grown up.
It took everyone a while to set up the tent. The next step is to start preparing food.
Zhang An and Huang Erye are going to take the dog out to see what little unlucky people they will encounter.
And Zhang Ping was preparing to raise the fire pit in the camp.
As for Chen Ze and Ding Yi, they must follow Zhang An and Huang Erye out.
After all, they are here to play, and they don’t know anything, but if they catch any prey later, they can help carry it.
(End of this chapter)