Bastards

The afterglow of the setting sun passed by the west window, paving the room and the floor unscrupulously, covering everyone in the room with a light-colored golden light, even the broken porcelain on the floor was shining, and it looked very beautiful.

Of course, it's just a look.

It’s not a good experience to sit and chat among the broken tiles on the floor. You have to be careful not to step on them or touch them. No matter how excited you are, you have to hold back and don’t move around. Otherwise, it’s not a joke to wipe and scratch. of.If you are not careful, the strength is off, and you can't help sliding along with Pengci when you go up, staggering and struggling, or even being forced to split a fork is a trivial matter. If you plunge down and face the ground...it will be a tragedy.

When Wang Shanchang was coaxed into a warm heart, he realized this, the old man blushed, coughed twice, and raised his hand to call the old housekeeper to clean up.

The old butler was more considerate, he didn't immediately bring people in to clean up the mess, but directly invited a few people to sit in the side hall, replaced them with new tea, put some small snacks, and at the end he didn't forget to ask the master for instructions with a smile: "Master, the weather is not good Good morning, it's been a long time since I've been down the mountain, so this old slave will bring someone to prepare dinner?"

Wang Fu successfully received the old housekeeper's suggestion of "Hurry up and invite guests for dinner", and he happened to be having a good chat with Cui Yu. He hadn't finished talking, so he nodded immediately: "Well, let the kitchen be careful. Friends have a few drinks." After talking about something, he added, "Little friend is young, it's time to have a good appetite, don't always serve those dishes that are neither salty nor light for the old man on weekdays."

"Yes." The old housekeeper bowed.

But Wang Fu didn’t seem to be enough. He finally got up and wanted to be a parent who takes care of the younger generation. He turned to Cui Yu and asked Yang Xuan: “Do you two have any taboos? Which of the five flavors is the best? Do you like crispy, hard, tender or tender? Slippery?"

Cui Yu and Yang Xuan glanced at each other. It seemed that they... haven't agreed to stay for dinner yet?

"Well, young people should try more, order everything. Cake, soup, meat, bones, dry snacks, crunchy and smooth, all kinds of textures..." Seeing that they didn't answer, Wang Fu made them for them Decided to instruct the old housekeeper earnestly, then looked at the sky outside, stroked his beard, "The guest room is also prepared, the two friends will not leave tonight. Also, get some food for this kitten."

Speaking of this, Wang Laoshan became worried, with two long eyebrows tangled: "What do cats eat? Mice?"

Cui Mata: ...

Yang Xuan: "Broth with less salt, if it's not troublesome, a little bit of egg yolk, fish meat, and chicken liver will do." Goat's milk is fine, Wang Shanchang's yard is not big, and he can't raise sheep. Little tiger, this little thing should be weaned.

The little tiger hadn't realized the huge crisis that was about to come, and it was so refreshing to be patted, and the sticky "meow, meow, meow" acted like a baby, and he didn't even look at the dark-faced deputy master.

……

After Wang Laoshan regained his strength, Cui Yu consciously guided the atmosphere and let Yang Xuan join in the conversation.

Yang Xuan's disadvantage at present is that she is too young, in adolescence, always wanting to make mistakes and being impulsive, but in fact her brain is very good.Cui Yu tried it, and Yang Xuan should have read a lot of books, but due to the systematic education of an unknown teacher, he couldn't master many things.But this is only a short step. Once he understands it, his comprehension will be quite terrifying.

In terms of martial arts, Yang Xuan is of course invincible.I don't know where he lived before. Compared with his knowledge and policy books, his methods of governing the country and people, his force, and his military vision and strategy are simply several times or even dozens of times superior.

Cui Yan read a lot by himself, but he couldn't teach others. At most, he demonstrated some thick and dark ways in person, and let Yang Xuan watch him ponder.

Fortunately, after a few rounds of training, Yang Xuan listened to him very well, and understood his every hint, movement and timing of speaking.She should also know that he is sincerely doing his best. Every time she sees his performance, her eyes sparkle, and she must have gained something.

Young people can be forced to grow up under a big crisis, and they can also accumulate in such a long and steady way, and turn around in the future.Cui Yu was very relieved, he was really reluctant to let Yang Xuan suffer so much.

Every young man is not lacking in vigor, and naturally there are many Yang Xuan with strong military strength, and because of his background and experience, some of his views are a bit slanted and very sharp.

Wang Shanzhang was very interested and argued with him leisurely.Laoshan's level is accumulated from his unrelenting efforts since he was two years old. How could Yang Xuan be his opponent?But Yang Xuan couldn't say that he couldn't beat Wang Shanzhang. He listened to his scolding, sometimes agreed, sometimes frowned and thought, and then asked new questions to continue the debate.

He will not become angry from embarrassment, nor will he feel ashamed and shameless to retreat. On the contrary, he will become more courageous when frustrated, and his words will be sharper when he speaks again, and his questions and answers will be more tricky.

Lao Shanchang stroked his beard, his eyes lit up, and he struck harder, as if he really wanted to torture this brat...

Cui Mata hugged the little tiger and listened quietly, occasionally interjecting a few words with a smile.

As soon as the two chatted, they chatted to the banquet.

Aristocratic family banquet noodles, regardless of the dishes, or the arrangement of the dishes, are very particular. It is said to be full of color, fragrance, and so exquisite that you can't bear to move your heart. Cui Yu is amazed to see it.

Wang Shanchang didn't show off at all, as if this was just the most common meal he ate, he just patted the table with his beard and glared at Yang Xuan: "Don't talk about those useless things, kid, just say this time , Cui Xiaoyou, if you are an old man, how can you solve this situation?"

Yang Xuan's eyebrows were like ink, and there was a slight smile in his long and narrow eyes: "It's very simple, why don't you review more of other people's books?"

Wang Shanchang was taken aback.

"Your knowledge and fame are admired by the world. Suxi is fond of teaching and educating people. This kind of thing is used to. If it hadn't been for the sudden change five years ago, students would have nowhere to ask for advice, and Cui Yu and Fan Lingxiu would not be able to take advantage of it." Yang Xuan pointed to White Horse Academy. "You only need to walk there, it doesn't take two days, you can call a few students casually, pick up a few good books... everything can be solved."

This is really the truth!

The reason for the rush is because of scarcity and none on the market. If there are a lot of them in the White Horse Academy and the word spreads, those who want to ask for advice and good books will come here directly. Who would buy books from Fan’s shop!

But why didn't he think of it?I just got angry!

Wang Shan raised his angry eyebrows, glared at Yang Xuan, then at Cui Yu.

In the end, I still couldn't let go, and continued to ask questions: "Then what if the old man doesn't want to do this? The old man doesn't want to give advice to the students, and he doesn't want to be blackmailed, what should I do?"

"Then you need to pay attention to the importance of the nursing home." Yang Xuan was not in a hurry. He smiled faintly like Cui Yu, his eyes slightly raised, and his voice was calm, "You are from the Wang family of Langya and are well-known all over the world. If you act tough The posture is clear, I am afraid that not many people would dare to take a big risk to offend you."

It's a pity that although his appearance is equally good, his temperament is cold and sharp. With such a posture, he looks more like a brat, which is especially itchy!

Wang Shan raised his beard and raised Lao Gao: "This old man is usually low-key and wrong!"

Yang Xuan just smiled and said nothing.

He also glanced at Cui Yu at the right time, his long and narrow eyes seemed to have deep meaning, and his spirit was high.

Cui Mata paused, and smiled back.His cub is really smart.

Shanzhang Wang finally laughed angrily, pointed at him, and then pointed at Cui Yu: "One or two ghost spirits, the old man can't deal with you!"

Cui Yu smiled: "That's because you love the juniors."

Wang Shanchang: ... "You two little rascals, I don't have the same knowledge as you, hum!"

Just when the kitchen is serving new dishes, they are delicious in color, fragrance and taste, which attracts people's index fingers.Wang Shan winked and signaled his servants to give them good raw vegetables, and let go of his hands and feet, and started to eat by himself.

Although Wang Shanchang had a drink with Cui Yu and Yang Xuan, he was not particularly addicted to alcohol, and he had to pay attention to health preservation when he was old, so he didn't drink much.Cui Yu was still seriously ill, so it is not suitable to drink too much, so he took a few sips, tasted it, and did all the courtesy, it was just right.

Yang Xuan...Yang Xuan is actually good at drinking some alcohol. Regardless of his young age, after fighting on the battlefield, he often comforts himself with alcohol. Although he has not been drinking for a long time, he has a good capacity for alcohol.But he could probably guess that Cui Yu must think that he is still young, and being full is not good for his body, so even if his heart itch, he immediately ignored it, and just had a few sips with him, and he didn't drink too much.

A meal can be described as a feast for the guests and the host.

Only the little tiger feels slightly imperfect.

The egg yolk is very good, the fish meat is very good, and the broth is also delicious, but why is there no goat milk!

……

After eating and drinking, Wang Shanchang remembered something and asked Cui Yu: "That day you made a bet with old man Xie, and the old man accepted a favor for you, and also for the old man..." After today, he has regarded Cui Yu as a trustworthy person. Looking at it from the younger generation, I was not unhappy when I mentioned this matter, smiling, with a satisfied look like an old grandpa teasing his grandson, "Tell me, what do you want this old man to give you?"

At the end of the conversation, Cui Yu immediately became serious, stood up and saluted: "What happened that day was because the younger generation was rude, so you don't have to take it to heart."

"Is this old man still serious with a junior like you?" Wang Shan sternly said, "I agreed, and it's natural to say it! You have to say, what do you want this old man to give!"

"That's it..." Cui Yu seemed to be in a bit of a dilemma. After thinking about it for a while, he hesitated and pointed at Yang Xuan, "This junior really doesn't want anything. If you don't mind, how about accepting him as a disciple?"

"I rescued him in front of the mountain when it rained continuously for several days a few days ago, when the mud waterfall was born. He was very pitiful at that time. He was injured all over his body, and even his face was bleeding. Next... I have no parents or relatives around me, and there is a big lump on the back of my head. I was so dazed by the boulder, I don't even remember who I am, and I woke up after sleeping for several days..."

Cui Yan looked at Wang Shanchang's face: "When he woke up, the junior chatted with him, and knew that he had studied, but he had no memory of himself. At such an age, with such talent, he must have been carefully raised by his family. The junior is really heartbroken. Pity, but this junior still needs to study and really doesn't know how to teach others, so... Of course, the origin of such a student is unknown, and the reputation probably isn't very good. If you don't want to, you haven't—"

"This old man always only looks at people's moral character and aptitude when accepting disciples, when did he look at his background?" Wang Shanzhang immediately slammed his eyes on the table, "This old man wants this disciple!"

Without waiting for Cui Yu's wink to pass, Yang Xuan immediately went to Wang Shan to salute and called him teacher.

Wang Fuzhi himself was a little impulsive, but after talking for a long time just now, he probably detected Yang Xuan's level of personality, and secretly admired it in his heart, and if he accepted this, would Cui boy still be able to run away?Wang Fu didn't regret what he decided to do, he accepted Yang Xuan's gift upright, with a smile on his lips: "Okay...okay..."

Realizing that he was laughing too much, Wang Fu glared at Cui Yu with a straight face again: "The old man accepted the disciple, so don't let him be short!"

Cui Yu was a little hard to restrain his excitement: "Don't worry, the four festivals and eight rituals, daily filial piety, there will be no less!"

"Hmph," Wang Fu was very proud to see the excitement of the two boys, "Do what you can, I won't be greedy for your little ones."

Wang Fuxingzhi came up and immediately taught Yang Xuan a lesson from the ancient etiquette to the present, how to choose a teacher, worship a teacher, thank a teacher, what a disciple should do, and what a teacher should do. The rules are the same, but there are many rules.Disciples know it, keep it in mind, it is not in vain to ask others about etiquette.

As for teachers...

Wang Fu was quite open-minded: "The old man just told you what a teacher should do. If you fail to do something as a teacher in the future, you can also remind me."

Yang Xuan: "Yes."

Yang Xuan's eyes were bright, and Cui Yu was also very happy.Among the masters in the world, if Wang Fu is second in reputation and strength, there is no one who is number one.The noble concubine Shengshang had spent a lot of time asking for a teacher for the king of Yue, but Wang Fu just refused, and now they are taking advantage of it...

It's a bit despicable to deliberately hide his identity and ask for advice, but in order to achieve his goal, he really has no other way... Cui Yu decided to manage this relationship well in the future. He will find some good doctors and medicines, and often come here to make the old man happy and make the old man happy. Keep your body healthy and your mood happy.On the day when the truth can no longer be concealed, immediately bring Yang Xuan over to plead guilty, admit his mistakes well, and coax people well...

Wang Fu is actually a very cute old man, with a pure and persistent personality, and he always has beliefs and ideals in his heart. If it weren't for this, the type of disciple he liked in previous years would not be the only one.

Accepting Yang Xuan now, does it mean that he is also letting go of his heart and trying to change... Cui Yu's heart turned slightly, and his thoughts continued.

As he was talking, Wang Fu suddenly remembered the past, and heaved a long sigh: "This old man's disciple Zhao Zhong..." Wang Fu seemed a little unbearable when he mentioned the name, and his voice was a little unsteady, "Let's just go, behind the scenes The twin daughters are left behind, and they will be ten years old. The wife remarried, and the children are taken by the uncle. The life is very miserable. The old man feels guilty and pity. He once wanted to take the children over to teach, but he was discouraged. I put it down and didn't mention it. I will inquire later, and the Zhao family does not want the younger generation to travel... If the old man insisted on accepting disciples at that time, these two children can be taken care of now."

Zhao Zhong was the one who was imprisoned five years ago and sentenced to beheaded four years ago, which caused Wang Fu's knot.

Cui Yu and Yang Xuan looked at each other: "If you want to accept, this junior can help..."

"No," Wang Fu said in a desolate voice, "their family is uneasy, and there is a fierce dispute in the back house. Everyone wants to win over the two young ones. If it weren't for this, the uncle of the child would not be able to talk about marriage. This is not bad, I think Winning over means it is valuable, so I will care about it anyway, and when the child grows up, he will let it go if he has ideas and promises, if the old man is really tough-tempered and brings the two children here, it may not be really good for them."

In ancient times, clan and family were more important than anything else.

Cui Yu deeply understands this truth. "The junior will go and see them for you?"

"Really?" Wang Fu was happy. "Their family is not very far from Chang'an. Have you heard of Yicheng County, which is two days' journey to the southwest?"

Too heard of it!

The corner of Cui Yu's mouth smiled: "To be honest, my father left Yicheng alone, and this trip of this junior is to find his father in the past."

Wang Fu was taken aback, obviously he didn't expect such a coincidence, first he was happy, but then he was worried: "But their house is a bit messy, you are a child...just go and take care of me, take care of one or two in private, don't worry about it. It was discovered by his family."

"Don't worry." Cui Yu smiled, and couldn't help but think to himself, Yicheng and his party must have another fight.But he had realized it long ago, and he didn't mind about it. Anyway, when he saw his aunt, he would have to go back and forth a few times, and there was nothing wrong with meddling in the Zhao family's affairs.

"Zhao Zhong's younger brother also has a deep chest and a lot of knowledge. At the time when Zhao Zhong was a teacher, if he hadn't been sick and couldn't accompany him, I'm afraid the old man would have accepted both of them." Wang Fu sighed, "Accept Zhao Zhong, The Zhao family will not allow Zhao Zhong's younger brother to follow this old man, if the old man wants to, I'm afraid they will force the children of another clan to come over, so the old man didn't insist. It's a pity...it's a pity."

Cui Yan's eyes turned slightly, and he smiled: "There are countless good talents in the world, how can they all enter your door, don't be too greedy."

Wang Fu stared: "This old man is not greedy, this old man is cherishing talent!"

"I see what this kid said is right, you old man is just greedy!" With a loud laugh, a figure approached from far and near, and quickly entered the room, pointing at Wang Fu's nose and scolding, "You old man, buckle up!" What are you doing with my guests?"

It was Xie Yan.

Wang Fu felt a little guilty, and turned his eyes: "It's your guest, so why not mine? I just want to keep the two boys with me and not let them go. How are you doing!"

"You old man is really—" Shameless did not say the word, after all, in front of the juniors, we still have to save some face.Xie Yan simply ignored him, and turned his head to look at Cui Yu with a smile, "Son, the old man heard that this old man lost his temper?"

Wang Fu gasped: "Which mouth grows so fast! Are your ears downwind!"

"That is to say... it really happened?" Xie Yan pinched his chin and looked Wang Fu up and down, as if it was very novel, "Are you really angry, old man?"

Wang Fu glared at him: "I'm really angry, so what!"

"Okay!" Xie Yan clapped his palms, "It's okay to be angry, you will laugh when you are angry, and you will make trouble when you laugh, and your bad temper will come back. Let's have fun when we play!"

Xie Yan is really happy, he has been an old friend for many years, and he hopes that everything will be fine for him.

Wang Fu also knew that Xie Yan's smile was full of sincerity, so he snorted to himself and pointed at Cui Yu, not caring about him making fun of himself: "This child won the bet with you this time, the old man's bet The favor has been fulfilled, how about yours?"

Xie Yan's eyes fell on Cui Yu, and he was full of approval: "You are not bad, you let old man Wang regard you as one of your own so quickly?"

Cui Mata seemed shy, begging for mercy, "You made fun of me."

Wang Fu stared: "Hurry up! Let's get down to business, don't mess around!"

"I don't know what this child wants." Xie Yan looked at Cui Yu with serious eyes, "In this way, you remember this favor, and you can ask for it anytime and anywhere. No matter what I need to do, I won't say anything."

Wang Fu immediately looked at Cui Yu, his eyes shining brightly: "My child, promise him quickly! Don't look at this old man's words lightly, in fact, the most important promise is, there is nothing he can't do!"

Cui Yu had no choice but to take advantage of the happiness of the two elders, and bowed in response: "Yes, junior, but if you have an invitation, you will not dare to hide it."

"Very good!" Wang Fu clapped his hands.

Xie Yan answered the matter, and changed the subject: "Actually, I'm here tonight, other than to see what you're doing with my guests—"

Wang Fu gave him a white look.

Unmoved, he looked at Cui Yu and Yang Xuan: "For this autumn banquet, I would like to ask two young friends to help me."

Such a result, Cui Yu had expected it long ago, but when he heard it with his own ears, he was still very surprised, "You really..."

Yang Xuan was also very surprised, if he helped host the Xie family's autumn banquet, he would get more than just fame.

"We are all old. This autumn banquet was originally planned to be handed over to the juniors. Wen'er Cong'er, you all know each other. You have knowledge, talents, and a broad mind. What is lacking is experience. If you don't help find a few A good helper, the old man really can't let go..."

It's a long story, Xie Yan thought about it, cut off the conversation, and he snapped his fingers to call Wang Fu's old butler to come in, and made the same request, what kind of water to make, what kind of tea, what kind of tea he wanted What kind of aromatherapy, what kind of coffee table, what kind of small snacks, if you order a la carte, you are welcome.

Wang Fu glared at him fiercely.

The rules of the aristocratic family have always been elaborate and cumbersome. Although Wang Fu lives simply on the mountain, he still pays attention to all kinds of things that should be done, so Xie Yan's request is not deliberately harsh, it is made out of nothing.

The old butler was very quick in his work, and with his well-trained servants, he arranged the tea room in an elegant, quiet and beautiful way in a short while, and invited the four of them to come over.

At this time, the sky is completely dark, the moon rises, and the brilliance blooms, like mercury pouring down the ground.

Cui Yu and Yang Xuan sat side by side, holding a teacup, smelling the fragrance of the tea, and slowly listening to Xie Yan's words.

Even Wang Fu's expression was no longer joking, but calm and serious.

Xie Yan talked a lot about the autumn banquet.His words are shallow, but his hidden meaning is very deep.Why is the autumn banquet held, what is the purpose, what effect do you want to achieve, is it true as people say, there has never been any accident...

Cui Yu lowered his eyes and listened, and slowly tasted a lot of flavors that he hadn't thought of before.

He still thinks too lightly.

The author has something to say: Little Tiger (raises the table and slaps his claws angrily): Neinei for the Tiger King! !Those who don't let Tiger King eat neinei are class enemies! ╭(╯^╰)╮