Time Traveling: The Man and Wife Heads the House

When Lu Zixiu heard that Gu Xihe was going to take the exam, his jaw almost dropped in shock.He didn't speak for a long time, but he also knew Gu Xihe's temperament, and the things that had been decided could not be changed.

He looked at his father's gloomy face and said with a smile, "Father, there are still two months left! I think Xihe looks fine and won't be discovered. Besides, there are me and Zhang Chi, you Just rest assured!"

Since Lu Kaiting agreed, he naturally wouldn't put on a bad face. Seeing that his son said the same thing, he could only say: "Don't tell anyone else about this matter, just a few of us know about it, so as not to cause trouble."

"Father, the child understands."

Zhang Chi originally had his own ideas, but at this time Gu Xihe was determined to go to the imperial capital, so he put away his thoughts and took care of Gu Xihe wholeheartedly.

After living in the academy for ten days, Gu Xi and that uncle who was always on the lookout didn't come back either.

During these ten days, Gu Xihe was the same as when he lived here before, going to bed early and getting up early, reading books early, practicing calligraphy at night, and listening to Teacher Lu's lectures with the children during the day.

Zhang Chi has always been by his side, making tea for him when he was studying, grinding ink for him when he practiced calligraphy, and becoming a member of the auditorium in class during the day.

Although it is already June, the mountain is cool and there is not much heat, so it is very pleasant.

Zhang Chi attended Lu Kaiting's class as a family member, and he found that Lu Kaiting is indeed a person with great ups and downs. Whether it is poetry, historical allusions, or current affairs and politics, he has his own unique insights.

Although his point of view sounds somewhat limited to Zhang Chi, a modern person, he still has great admiration for him.

Zhang Chi praised: "Teacher Lu has real talents and practical learning."

Gu Xihe said proudly: "Of course, the teacher was once a first-rank official, but unfortunately he was framed by a traitor. If the emperor hadn't remembered the old love, the teacher might not even be able to live in seclusion in the countryside."

Thinking of the complexity of the officialdom, Zhang Chi became entangled again: "Xihe, I really don't want you to take the exam! What's so good about being an official? Why don't we live a normal life here. We sell tea in the store on weekdays, and it's hot I went to the academy to escape the summer heat. Think about it, what a fairy-like day!"

Gu Xihe showed guilt, "Brother Chi, can you wait for me? I really want to live with you the kind of life you said, but I also want to do more things while I am young."

Zhang Chi hugged the man in his arms, "What are you waiting for? We can do it now! Even if you become an official, we can hold hands and walk forward together. Watch spring flowers and autumn moon, summer rain and winter snow, travel north and south together, and see everything. The mountains and rivers of daimyo. In fact, as long as we are together, there will be scenery everywhere.”

"..." Gu Xihe suddenly felt that after reading so many books, he didn't know how to answer Zhang Chi's words.In the end, he could only say, "Brother Chi, thank you."

Zhang Chi touched his face and said with a smile: "Fool, hold my hand and grow old with you. If you hold my hand, don't even think about letting go."

"Well, I'll never let it go."

Lu Zixiu who came to look for Gu Xihe stood at the door, not knowing whether to go in or go.Although he no longer has that kind of thought for Gu Xihe, seeing them so sweet, his heart is still a little sour, not jealous but envious.Where is your own person?

He didn't knock on the door until there was no movement in the house.

"Xihe, Zhangchi, father let you go there!"

Gu Xihe quickly lowered his head and straightened his clothes and hat, "Okay, let's go now."

Gu Xihe and Zhang Chi lived here, Lu Kaiting saw their sweet and relaxed appearance, and was very happy for Gu Xihe, Zhang Chi was indeed worthy of him.But why are they not worried at all?

"Zhang Chi, have you delivered a letter to your family?"

Zhang Chi nodded, "Teacher, I have already told my family that I will accompany Xihe to the exam. Although they are a little worried, they have nothing to do if I don't go back."

Although both Gu Zuocheng and Gu Lishi were worried and did not understand why he accompanied Gu Xihe to the exam with a big belly.But Zhang Chi is a daughter-in-law after all, and they can't be tough as parents-in-law.Zhang Chi was handed over to Sun Zheng and Cui Jingshun for all the affairs in the teahouse, and he also asked Mr. Gu and Gu Xicai to take care of him when he was free.

Although it was drought and flood this year, Gu Xibao's ten acres of land was in a good location, and the disaster had little impact on him.But so much land needs to be planted and harvested, enough for him to keep busy.As soon as summer came, he lived in Tianjia Village and didn't come back for a while.Zhang Chi also met him once or twice when he first returned to the city, and he didn't take it seriously when he learned that he was doing well.

After hearing this, Lu Kaiting nodded, but couldn't help sighing, "Xihe, your uncle hasn't come back, I'm really torn!"

Gu Xihe said: "Teacher, why are you struggling?"

Lu Kaiting said: "In your situation, you should go on the road earlier. But if your uncle doesn't come back, I'm not at ease."

Gu Xihe laughed, "Teacher, I've already made up my mind, and I'm going to leave in three days. Regardless of whether my uncle comes back or not, I will leave."

"Ah? Leaving in three days?" After Lu Kaiting finished speaking, he also realized the contradiction in his mentality, knowing that they should leave early, but when he really heard that they wanted to leave, he was worried and reluctant.

Lu Zixiu laughed, "Father, don't worry, Zhang Chi's kung fu is very good. Brother Tan has sparred with him, and it's almost a tie."

"Really?" Lu Kaiting glanced at Zhang Chi, "I can't tell."

However, this doesn't reassure him at all, okay?

He sighed, "Xihe, you guys have to wait another five days. If your uncle doesn't come back by then, you can leave again."

"it is good."

He glanced at Lu Zixiu again, "You can go with me! We have mutual support."

Lu Zixiu rubbed his nose, "Father, Xihe and Zhangchi are young couples, why should I join in the fun?"

"You want to separate? Are you going alone?"

"No, Brother Tan said he was going back to the capital to visit his parents, so he would accompany me along the way."

"Tan Shi wants to go with you? Why didn't he tell me?"

"Isn't it too late?"

"Why don't you four go on the road together!"

"Don't, Dad, I'm not in a hurry, I want to stay with you at home for a few more days."

Lu Kaiting made a final decision, "Where are many students in the academy? I don't need you to accompany me. The four of you go together, how safe you are."

Gu Xihe still didn't know that Lu Zixiu didn't go with them because he was afraid of disturbing him and Zhang Chi, so he quickly said, "Zixiu, the four of us are going together, and there is a helper, so the teacher can feel more at ease."

Lu Zixiu raised his eyebrows at Zhang Chi, "What does Zhang Chi think?"

Zhang Chi said lightly: "Let's go together! A carriage is enough. Save money."

What a true businessman!

Lu Zixiu thought about it, and he nodded his head.

Seeing that they were about to leave, Lu Kaiting said angrily, "Where did this Liu Yunzhen go? Why hasn't he come back?"

Now that he decided to leave, Zhang Chi began to pack his luggage.With the experience of going out last time, the luggage was prepared quickly and more comprehensively.

After five days, Liu Yunzhen did not come back.Lu Kaiting was very depressed, and reluctantly sent Gu Xihe and Lu Zixiu away.

The Gu family and the Lu family are not short of money, so they naturally take a carriage when they go out.This time the journey was long, they did not hire a driver, but Zhang Chi and Tan Shi took turns driving.

Although Zhang Chi has never driven a car before, he is strong and smart, and with Tan Shi teaching him by his side, he will soon be able to drive alone.

Lu Zixiu leaned comfortably against the wall of the carriage and took a sip of tea.

"Xihe, this is the most comfortable carriage I have ever ridden in. How did you come up with it?"

As soon as he got in the car, he was amazed by the luxurious carriage.The carriage is very spacious, with seats, a small table, cushions on the chairs, teapots and cups on the table, and carpets on the floor of the carriage.

Gu Xihe said with a smile: "Where did I come up with it? It was designed by Brother Chi. Last time Brother Chi accompanied me to the exam, we took an ordinary carriage. Brother Chi always felt uncomfortable, so he mentioned this The carriage with seats. I thought he was just saying that, but he actually went to find Uncle Liu, and the two of them built a carriage together. Brother Chi said, the seats and tables can be put away. Tables and chairs are put away After getting up, you can lie down and rest. Uncle Liu made a total of two. Although the rental price is higher than before, the supply is in short supply. This time, it is also because Brother Chi rented it from him that he is willing to let the carriage go so far. road."

Seeing the faint smile on Gu Xihe's face full of pride, Lu Zixiu could only lower his head to drink water.

Gu Xihe suddenly lowered his voice and asked, "Zixiu, Mr. Tan's home is actually in the imperial capital? I don't think so!"

Lu Zixiu said, "No? He lied to me?"

As he said that, he was about to lift the car curtain and ask Tan Shi.

Gu Xihe quickly stopped him, "Maybe I misremembered. Don't ask."

"Why don't you ask?"

Gu Xihe rubbed his nose, "It's not good to talk about people behind their backs."

Lu Zixiu chuckled, "Brother Tan won't mind."

Gu Xihe blinked, "Zixiu, when did you become so close to Mr. Tan?"

Lu Zixiu has a relatively calm temper, and always gives people a cold and arrogant feeling, and because he is Lu Kaiting's son, the students in the academy respect him.Gu Xihe had never seen him get close to anyone, so he was very surprised when he said that he was willing to go to the imperial capital with Tan Shi.

Lu Zixiu blushed and said angrily, "What is good or bad? I just found out that he is not a martial artist after getting in touch with him more, and he still has a lot of ink in his stomach."

"Of course." Gu Xihe said, "You don't know that Mr. Tan once won Xieyuan, right?"

"Ah?" Lu Zixiu opened his mouth wide, "I really don't know. Who did you listen to?"

"That's what the teacher said! Don't you think that Mr. Tan has the temperament of a literati?"

"My dad? When did he say that? Why don't I remember?"

Gu Xihe patted his head, "I don't remember when I said it, anyway, I did."

Lu Zixiu took another sip of water, but his mind drifted to the man driving outside the carriage.Before that, his eyes were all on Gu Xihe, and he never looked at the people around him.When his heart left Gu Xihe, he saw Tan Shi beside him.

He is not a fool, but is very sensitive to feelings.The way Tan Shi looked at him was definitely not the way he looked at a student, nor the way he looked at a friend.Tan Shi?Tan Shi...

Lu Zixiu tapped his finger on the table lightly. Perhaps, giving others a chance is also giving yourself a chance, isn't it?

Because they had plenty of time, they walked in a leisurely manner.Every day, I go on the road at dawn, and find a place to live before it gets dark.And all the roads are taken, so it is very peaceful along the way.

When staying at night, Zhang Chi must share a room with Gu Xi, and Lu Zixiu will naturally share a room with Tan Shi.

Lu Zixiu thought about it, and subconsciously observed Tan Shi.After so many days, he was even more convinced that Tan Shi had feelings for him, but he restrained himself very well.

He didn't hate Tan Shi, and thought to himself, let's watch while walking!Just let it be.

The further you go to the imperial capital, the busier and bustling it becomes.The villages and towns are gradually becoming denser, and there are more pedestrians on the road. From time to time, you will see scholars passing by who are rushing to take the exam.

Gu Xihe's belly was bigger than before, but fortunately he stayed in the carriage and didn't show up much.When eating and lodging, he was wearing loose blouses, and Gu Xihe and Lu Zixiu were walking beside him. If you didn't look carefully, you wouldn't notice any difference in him.

After walking for less than a month, they arrived at a big county, Cheng'an County.

After passing this county, the imperial capital is further ahead.

Facing the setting sun, the carriage was walking on the bluestone road in the city, making a rattling sound.

Lu Zixiu stretched himself in the carriage, and said, "We finally arrived at a decent county. Let's find a restaurant to have a good meal tonight. I think I can eat a chicken."

Gu Xihe smiled and said, "Are you gluttonous?"

"That's right! If you don't come out, you don't know how hard life is for ordinary people. Some people can only eat meat once a year. I can't believe it!"

Gu Xihe's expression became serious, "This is also the reason why I want to become an official, so that more common people can live and work in peace."

Lu Zixiu sighed and said: "Xihe, you always know what you are doing. My father told me to study hard when I was a child, so that I could get a good name in the exam and become an official. I listened to him and studied hard, but I was actually confused. Yes. Why do I study? Like him, I spent my whole life worrying about the emperor, the court, and the people all over the world, but in the end I almost died because of trumped-up charges. I can only hide in the mountains to teach."

"Zixiu, you can't say that. Everyone has times when they are confused. Follow your own heart. Just ask yourself, what do you want to do, what kind of person do you want to be, and you will know the answer .”

Lu Zixiu was silent for a while, then suddenly laughed, "Xihe, I never thought that you are not only thoughtful, but also eloquent."

Gu Xihe's face flushed slightly, "You praised me for my eloquence, Zhang Chi always said that my words like this are poisonous chicken soup. What is poisonous chicken soup?"

"Poisonous chicken soup?" Lu Zixiu also shook his head, "I don't understand either."

While speaking, the carriage stopped in front of a restaurant.