Drive a RV and go farming in ancient times.

Gu Huanxi took her daughter, not in a hurry to go to the hot springs, but walked around the village with great interest. This was originally a place for the master's family to rest and vacation. The construction was naturally very exquisite and comfortable, which is the most rare thing. Yes, in the middle of winter, everything dies, but there are still many flowers here that remain evergreen.

Because there are hot springs and the geothermal temperature is high, it is possible to have such a wonderful view. After admiring it, Gu Huanxi changed his clothes, hugged A Li and picked an indoor pool, enjoying the moisture of the hot spring water comfortably.

On the other side, Jiang Yong was sitting comfortably in the pool, stretching his limbs comfortably and closing his eyes to relax.

The old servant stood by loyally.

After a long time, Jiang Yong asked aloud, "Is that young man the concubine of Dingyuan Marquis?"

The old servant responded respectfully, "Yes, sir, his name is Li Yunting, and he is a classmate and good friend of Mr. Xu."

Jiang Yong opened his eyes and smiled, "He has many classmates and friends. I remember there was one named Su Zhe, right?"

The old servant nodded, "Su Zhe is Su Jian's son, Xing Qi, and he is also a concubine. Along with Xing Shang, he has quite some abilities, which made his eldest brother jealous, so he has already taken action to suppress him, but it has stopped recently."

Jiang Yong said meaningfully, "Compared to his business skills, his vision and luck are more enviable."

The old servant said, "I still have a better vision. How can the friendship between classmates be as good as the friendship between teachers and students?"

Teachers and students are like father and son, they cannot be cut off at will.

Hearing this, Jiang Yong couldn't help but smile and said, "According to what you say, then Sun Yu has more vision than me."

He is Gu Xiaoyu's husband, but Sun Yu is directly Xu Huaiyi's master and has a closer relationship.

"That's different..."

"Why is it different?" Jiang Yong knew what the old servant meant, "You are underestimating Sun Yu. He is by no means just a martial arts master in Jingwu Academy."

"You mean, he has other identities?"

"Well, Sun Shangshu taught his sons strictly, but even the concubines were not mediocre people, so how could the legitimate sons be mediocre? With Sun Yu's ability and qualifications, whether it is the Twelve Imperial Guards or the Xishan Camp, he has He can make great achievements even if he goes to the northwest, but he just stays in the academy. He is only in his thirties. Do you think it is normal? "

"It's not normal. Master, what do you think his other identity is?"

"I don't know..." Jiang Yong said thoughtfully, "Compared with Sun Yu's true identity, I want to know his purpose of accepting Huai Yi as his disciple, or what exactly does he see in Huai Yi? Is it simply a matter of cherishing his talent? …”

Now that he has more and more ties with Xu Huaiyi's family, he can't help but make plans for this family. He doesn't want Xu Huaiyi to become Sun Yu's pawn.

"How about I go check it out?"

Jiang Yong thought for a while, then waved his hand, "If Sun Yu really has another identity, he will get into trouble once you find out. As long as we make sure that he has no ill intentions towards Huai Yi, we shouldn't worry about the rest."

"Yes, sir."

"I am overly worried. I am so righteous and wise but I am not a master who will suffer losses. I don't know who will be used by whom in the future."

After a pause, he asked, "Do you think Huaiyi knows my identity?"

The old servant said, "You should know, right?"

Jiang Yong raised the corners of his lips, "That's right. He is such a smart person. He may have checked my identity when I sent him the letter, but he can stand still. His kind of heart is rare."

Xu Huaiyi didn't know that Jiang Yong was praising him behind his back. After soaking in the pool, he changed his clothes and went to arrange lunch. He also dragged Li Yunting and Gu Xiaoyu to play leaf cards. He wanted to call Mr. Jiang, but he didn't dare. After playing a few games, I couldn't help but complain, "This isn't fun, Landlord Battle is more interesting. If there are many people, reaching enough levels is the most exciting, or Werewolf Killing..."

Once his mind wanders, he can't take it back.

Li Yunting asked curiously, "What is Landlords?"

Xu Huaiyi said without changing his expression, "It's also a way of playing cards. The rules of the game are different from this leaf card. It's more interesting."

"How come I haven't heard of this kind of gameplay?"

Xu Huaiyi had already thought of an explanation, "It's a southern way of playing. It hasn't caught on here yet, right? I also heard what my wife said..."

"Then let's play that, tell us the rules."

"Huh? Then we have to have cards first..."

Making playing cards is not difficult. Li Yunting is a man of action. He quickly cut out the paper of suitable size according to Xu Huaiyi's requirements. Gu Xiaoyu also helped by drawing patterns and numbers. After a while, a deck of cards was ready.

Xu Huaiyi explained the rules of the game in detail. Both Li Yunting and Gu Xiaoyu were smart people and could understand it as soon as they heard it. They were a bit unfamiliar at first, but after losing a few games in a row, they found the trick. So Xu Huaiyi went from killing everyone to being a master of the game. The one who was tortured and killed became more and more frustrated as he fought. On the contrary, the other two fought more and more energetically. If it wasn't for dinner, they would not be willing to put down their cards.

Li Yunting said, "After dinner, let's continue playing."

Xu Huaiyi laughed dryly, "Aren't you tired of just playing one way? I'll teach you other ways to play later."

"Is there any new way to play?"

"Yes, yes..." He couldn't play Landlords anyway. He couldn't afford to lose face. It would be too embarrassing for a veteran to lose to two novices.

"Okay, then let's play something new." Li Yunting made the final decision, looking a bit ready to move. Compared with his usual calmness, at this moment, he showed a bit of agility of a young man.

Gu Xiaoyu was a little confused. Cards were fun, but he was afraid that he would lose his ambition by playing with them and delay his studies...

Xu Huaiyi rubbed away his frown in a funny way, "I always frowned at a young age. Why do I have so many worries? Only those who are heartless can live a long life. Learn more from dad in the future. "

Gu Xiaoyu, "..."

"I came out just to play, why are you still thinking about studying? Play and have fun, don't worry, it won't delay your studies." After saying that, he turned to Li Yunting and said, "Look, my son is so diligent and studious. Alas, if I had this self-discipline and hard work, why would I have to worry about martial arts?"

Gu Xiaoyu was so ashamed that he had nothing to say. He would rather be scolded than listen to Xu Huaiyi's ostentatious praise.

Li Yunting accepted it well and even echoed a few words.

Jiang Yong didn't show up during the meal, but after the meal, the old servant came and stood by to watch them play cards.

At the beginning, the game was still Landlords. Gu Xiaoyu was very stressed and lost two games in a row.

Li Yunting was a little distracted and his performance was not up to par. However, Xu Huaiyi took advantage and was very happy.

The old servant looked at a few cards and then he knew what he was talking about, "I wonder if Mr. Xu still has these cards?"

Xu Huaiyi said hurriedly, "No, this one was made temporarily and is very crude. I will have a few more made and sent to you later."

The old servant thanked him, bent down, and left slowly.

Li Yunting stared at his back until he disappeared, then looked away and asked, "Huaiyi, have you ever fought against him?"

Xu Huaiyi was stunned for a moment, "Who?" Li Yunting said, "It's the old servant just now..."

"Uncle Zhong? Fight with him?" Xu Huaiyi was not stupid. After reacting, he asked in surprise, "Do you think he knows Kung Fu?"

Li Yunting nodded, "He's still a master."

Xu Huaiyi was slightly startled, "Why didn't I see it?"

Li Yunting was also a little surprised, "You really didn't notice it?"

Xu Huaiyi shook his head, okay, this is the difference between modern Sanda and ancient martial arts. He did not continue to struggle, and just sighed, "It turns out to be a sweeping monk."

Li Yunting recently heard him talk about martial arts novels and knew what the sweeping monk meant. A smile flashed in his eyes, "That's true."

Xu Huaiyi said enviously, "When can I also become a martial arts master?"

Especially those who are in the realm of the sweeping monk, it is so touching, and I get excited just thinking about it.

Li Yunting said, "The kung fu you have developed now is also very good."

Xu Huaiyi sighed, "I'm so far behind. Where am I now? I can only rank third in the class, and it's nothing in the academy. Looking at the whole capital, it's just a small skill." , not worth mentioning.”

Li Yunting laughed, "If your words are heard by other people in the college, they will not think you are being modest, they will only think you are showing off your strength."

"What? Am I still showing off? Do I have the capital?"

"Why not? As soon as I entered the academy, I was spotted by Master Sun, who thought you were a talent. Based on this alone, who dares to question your talent and ability in martial arts? You are too humble because you are in it."

"..."

"Besides, if you want to be an outstanding military general, you need not only to have good martial arts skills, but also to understand the art of war and strategy. In this aspect, you are better. The sweeping monk does not have this ability. At most, he can be a vanguard, but you are Someone who can be a general.”

Xu Huaiyi was embarrassed by being praised so hard that he smiled dryly and changed the subject, "What about that, do you want to learn other ways to play? I'll teach you..."

Li Yunting nodded, and soon became interested in other ways to play. He remembered what he had said before about leveling up and werewolf killing, and asked curiously.

Xu Huaiyi said vaguely, "Those two ways of playing are more complicated, and more people are needed. The three of us are not enough. Let's do it next time."

Li Yunting said, "Then wait until we go to the academy."

Xu Huaiyi reminded, "Playing this is addictive. Isn't it appropriate in the academy?"

Li Yunting didn't take it seriously, "If people who practice martial arts can't control their desires, it's better to give up as soon as possible to avoid harming others and themselves."

Xu Huaiyi, "..."

At Youshi, a group of people left Zhuangzi and had a great time soaking in hot springs and playing cards. When they returned to Hutian Village, it was getting dark.

But Xu Huaiyi didn't expect that his good mood would be ruined in an instant when he saw the almost unfamiliar woman at home.

Gu Huanxi's surprise was also written on his face. The couple looked at each other and thought, there is no way to avoid what is coming.

The woman in front of her is clearly Xu Honglian, who married into the Qiao family as a concubine. She hasn't seen her for half a year. Compared with the past, she is completely different. Not only in her clothes, but also in her appearance and temperament.

Xu Honglian is not bad looking. In the countryside, she is considered to be one of the outstanding ones. Xiaojiabiyu is pretty and pleasant, but her temperament is a bit unpleasant. She is domineering and willful because she is pampered by her family. Now, her pretty and pretty face is covered with heavy makeup. The beauty is a bit more beautiful, but it also looks too mature. It lacks the charm of Xiaojiabiyu before, and she looks like a favored concubine.

Moreover, the willful and domineering look between his eyebrows has disappeared, replaced by calculation and flattery.

She got off the carriage and was dressed very richly. She was followed by two maids, and behind her were two broad-shouldered ladies. It was unclear whether they were here to monitor or to support her.

"Third brother..." Xu Honglian smiled and called very affectionately, and then called "Third sister-in-law" to Gu Huanxi.

Xu Huaiyi said expressionlessly, "Why are you here?"

When Xu Honglian heard this, she immediately showed a sense of grievance, "I came to visit the third brother and the third sister-in-law. I came here in the morning. Who would have thought that you are not at home..."

She waited all day. If she hadn't been afraid that she wouldn't be able to explain when she went back, she would have turned around and left. How could she have suffered here?
After asking people in the village, no one knew where her third brother had gone. She suspected that they were all perfunctory with her.

She, the third brother, was separated from the family. Although she lived in such a spacious house, she left her biological parents and brothers to suffer in the village. However, no matter how much trouble there was, no one helped to speak. It seemed that everyone was the same. Overall support for Xu Huaiyi.

But she couldn't break up with him, she had to repair the relationship between brother and sister, otherwise...

A gust of wind blew, and she shivered hard, "Third brother, third sister-in-law, why don't you invite me, your sister, to come in and sit down?"

She lowered her posture and looked pitifully. Xu Huaiyi was unmoved, "Just say what you have to say."

"Third brother..." Xu Honglian secretly resented Xu Huaiyi for not showing any respect to her, but she did not dare to show any resentment on her face. She took out the handkerchief, pressed it to the corner of her eyes, and burst into tears instantly, "I know, you blame me. …”

Xu Huaiyi frowned subconsciously. He was most annoyed by women crying and doing this kind of gesture. Even Mrs. Zhao's playful style of crying, making trouble, and hanging herself was easier to deal with than Xu Honglian's look, which made him look like he was bullying others.

Gu Huanxi had no choice but to take over the matter, "Let's go in first and talk about it later. It's too cold outside."

He also asked people to gather around to watch the joke. At this moment, the tofu shop was closed, so there were no one who could join in the fun.

Xu Huaiyi said "hmm" and took the lead in the door.

Gu Huanxi gave Xu Honglian a formulaic smile and led her to the flower hall where guests were entertained. Behind him were many maids and women, bringing many gifts, all of which were moved into the house.

After Xu Honglian sat down, the maid behind her looked at the furnishings in the room calmly, while the other one, who was sharp-tongued, complimented Gu Huanxi, saying beautiful things that everyone wanted to hear, but they couldn't be taken seriously.

Gu Huanxi smiled lightly, just enjoying it.

It wasn't until Xu Huaiyi arrived that the maid stopped talking. As if she was afraid of Xu Huaiyi, she lowered her head and looked very calm and honest.

"Third brother, we brother and sister haven't seen each other for half a year. Who would have thought that if we meet again, things will have changed..."

Xu Huaiyi curled his lips, picked up the cup, took a sip of tea, and said lightly, "How can things change and people change? I am still the same as before, but you, with a different identity, heard that you entered Master Qiao's backyard? Then? You can be regarded as benevolent and benevolent."

The words "seeking benevolence and receiving benevolence" made Xu Honglian blush.

In the past, her family always praised her for her good looks and such a beautiful face. It would be a shame to marry a farm man in the countryside. But she wanted to be a wife of a wealthy family in the city, but she was not from the right family. Unless she was a concubine, her brothers , especially the second brother, often brainwashed her. As time went by, she began to think that being a concubine was very good. She didn’t have to be the director of the family, but she could enjoy good food, drink hot food, wear silks and satins, and no longer had to endure hardships. That was a blessing. In the nest.

However, in fact?

As a concubine, she had no worries about food and clothing, but she could no longer hold her head up. Even when she returned to her parents' home, she had to ask her mistress for permission. She could only go out after getting approval. She became a bird in a cage. In the rest of her life, she would never be able to raise her head again. Can't make the decision either. (End of chapter)