I want to make progress

Chapter 87 Reluctance

A big part of the reason why he has been so thin over the years is that he has not eaten well. It’s not that he doesn’t want to eat, but he really can’t eat. The one who suffers the most is not others, but himself. He is hungry almost every day.

Take today for example, the old Duke's wife so carefully instructed the kitchen to buy various ingredients and set the menu, just so that her son could eat a few more bites.

But until the end, Gu Changning didn't actually eat much of the food, not even as much as the two children. It wasn't that he was letting his mother down, but he really couldn't eat. Even that little bit of food was more than he usually ate.

The third master of the Duke of England's mansion is actually hungry every day. No one would believe this if others told him about it, but it is the fact. He has been used to being hungry for so many years.

With such an appetite, for Gu Changning, food that can make his mouth water really makes him curious!

The fragrance was so obvious that it became a signpost. The two soon spotted Shu Yunfu and her servants in Yizhuxuan, who were drinking, watching the moon and eating barbecue by the lotus pond.

A group of people were having a great time, eating barbecue, guessing riddles, laughing and joking, having so much fun.

"What are you eating? It smells so good!"

Gu Changning was a little surprised to see this. The rules in the mansion were strict, and this was the first time he saw such harmony between the master and the servants. This Aunt Shu was quite strange.

The appearance of the two people immediately silenced the noisy and laughing scene. Everyone stood up and saluted in panic, becoming nervous and scared.

"Duke! Third Master!"

Putting down the juice in her hand, Shu Yunfu stood up and looked at the two people with a smile, "The moonlight is so beautiful tonight, and the night wind is so refreshing, so I thought of sitting by the lotus pond to liven things up for everyone."

"Fine grape wine, luminous cups, and barbecue. Do you want to eat some, Lord Duke and Lord Third?"

If it was someone else, Shu Yunfu would certainly not invite him like this, but for Gu Changting, she was more casual. Besides, this wine was brewed by her herself, and a lot of diluted life condensate was used, which ordinary people would not be given!

"Yes, yes, yes! Thank you very much...Sister-in-law!"

The closer he got, the more distinct the aroma from the barbecue grill became. Now standing aside, the aroma penetrated into his nose. At this moment, all Gu Changning could see was the barbecue with fat frying on the charcoal fire.

As soon as Shu Yunfu invited him, even though he felt it was a bit rude, his appetite got the better of him and he agreed immediately. He couldn't wait to walk around the barbecue and asked the maids and women next to him how to eat it. He was just like a greedy young man.

"The food made by Yizhuxuan's small kitchen never disappoints, but this barbecue is too greasy. You should eat less meat. This vegetarian dish also has a unique flavor."

Seeing that his brother had a rare appetite and wanted to eat, Gu Changting's mouth curled up slightly. It turned out that he had come to the right place.

I sat down beside her leisurely, looking at the moonlight on the lotus pond, hearing the laughter, and poured myself a glass of wine to savour it carefully. I have to say that she knows how to enjoy herself.

"This wine..."

As soon as he took a sip of the wine, he paused for a moment. He immediately realized that something was wrong with the wine and looked at Shu Yunfu.

"This wine is good stuff. I spent a lot of time brewing it. If you like it, please drink a few more glasses."

Shu Yunfu smiled without saying anything, and picked up the wine pot with her soft and boneless hands, and refilled his cup. The dark red wine poured into the white luminous cup, which was really beautiful. But in Gu Changting's eyes at this moment, no matter how beautiful the grape wine and the luminous cup were, they could not compare to the person holding the pot under the moonlight.

Seeing the man's fiery eyes, Shu Yunfu smiled and pushed a plate of grilled mushrooms in front of him, "Don't just focus on your brother. I saw that you didn't eat much at the family dinner. Eat some yourself."

Gu Changting smiled, a hint of warmth flashed in his eyes. He picked up a bunch of mushrooms and started eating. The plump and tender mushrooms were roasted and crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. When he took a bite, the juice inside the mushrooms burst in his mouth. It was fresh and delicious, which made him unable to stop his appetite.

"I see you don't look well, did something happen?"

Waving the round fan in his hand, Shu Yunfu asked casually. This man might not have noticed that whenever he encountered something unpleasant, he would always frown slightly unconsciously.

This had never happened at the family dinner before, but after discussing with the old Duke and the others, something bothered me. "If I'm right, this has something to do with the Third Master."

His eyes fell on Gu Changning who was trying to eat roasted peppers. The timing of the Third Master's return was very subtle.

"I always feel it's a pity that you are a woman and not a man. There are many men who are not as good as you."

He was stunned for a moment, and couldn't help but sigh as he looked at her. With Fu'er's intelligence, if she were a man, she would probably have a much broader world for herself.

"What nonsense are you talking about?" Shu Yunfu rolled her eyes at him and laughed, "Although the world is unfair to women, I have never regretted not being a man. Even if I were a woman, I would still make myself live a good life. Besides..."

"If I had become a man, how could there be a fate between you and me?"

She blinked at him, then quietly reached out her hand under the table to hold his, teasing him, "Are you willing to do that?"

Caressing the soft little hand in his hand, the corners of his lips curled up slightly, "I can't bear to let go."

The two smiled at each other, with ambiguity flowing between them.

"Brother, what are you talking about?"

At this time, Gu Changning came back with a big plate of barbecue. He felt a little strange when he saw the two of them, but he didn't think much about it. He just enthusiastically recommended the new food to him, "Brother, try this roasted pork bone. This is the first time I know that there is edible bone marrow in the pork bone. It looks like fish jelly and melts in your mouth. It tastes great."

"And this roasted eggplant is so delicious! I didn't know this vegetarian dish could be so delicious when roasted."

Bite after bite, Gu Changning's appetite was so good that he ate with extra relish. For the first time, he felt that all the barbecues he had eaten before were in vain. This was the real delicious taste.

"As long as you like it, this wine goes even better with barbecue."

He smiled and nodded, then poured Gu Changning a glass of wine. Considering his good impression of him, he gave him the wine for free.

"This wine is specially brewed by Aunt Shu. It is good for your body. You can drink a few more glasses."

There was something good, and Gu Changting did not forget his younger brother. He mentioned it to him, but Shu Yunfu rolled his eyes. What a guy who knows how to take advantage of others!
With so many people around, everything would be inconvenient. Shu Yunfu didn't plan to stay for long. After all, she was still Gu Changheng's concubine, and it was not good to stay with them for a long time.

(End of this chapter)