Chapter 78: Here comes the fun

"What kind of wind is blowing here today, Duke Qi?"

“Who knows? Maybe he’s just in a bad mood.”

"In a bad mood? Look at his expression. He doesn't look like he's in a bad mood. He looks like he's here to have fun."

At this time, the women in the mansion were also attracted by the commotion. One of the maids, Hongxiu, looked at Changsun Wuji's back with her eyes rolling and a smile on her lips. She bit her lips and thought to herself: This Duke of Qi is quite interesting today. I wonder if I can take this opportunity to add some laughter to the mansion. She gently lifted a strand of hair by her ear, her chest rose and fell slightly with her laughter, and her jade-like skin looked particularly attractive in the sun.

Zhang Sun Wuji's behavior that day was enough to make everyone in the mansion drop their glasses. Several servants privately discussed that the master today was just like the face-changing king on the stage. They whispered to each other, "Look, he was drinking with our old Cheng from dusk to late at night."

It's not an exaggeration to say that they were drunk. Zhangsun Wuji hugged Old Cheng, crying loudly at one moment and laughing uncontrollably at another. The uncle of the emperor, who was usually serious and dignified, was now like a child, jumping up and down in the yard, either playing pot-tossing or competing in archery, which stunned Old Cheng and his sons Cheng Chumo, Cheng Chuliang, Cheng Chubi and others. He thought, what's wrong with this Duke of Qi today? Did he run into a ghost or was enlightened by a god to become so crazy?
It was not until late at night that Old Cheng finally took great pains to send his drunken eldest grandson back home, and this ridiculous drama finally came to an end.

The next morning, Xu Luo rubbed his sleepy eyes and walked out of the room, and saw his sister Han Xier hanging clothes in the yard. In the morning light, Han Xier's figure was light and graceful, and the sunlight shone on her delicate skin, making her look particularly charming. She turned her head, her eyes flashed with curiosity, and the corners of her mouth slightly raised. That look was so charming.

"Brother, why did you get up so early today? Is there something important?" Han Xier asked curiously.

Xu Luo looked at her, secretly admiring his sister's beauty in his heart, and couldn't help shaking his head and smiling: "Hey, you're right. I do have a little thing to do today. So, don't arrange other things today, just follow me into the city." Han Xier was slightly stunned after hearing this, and then she smiled playfully.

Han Xier couldn't help but blink her eyes in confusion after hearing what her brother said. She was a famous trustworthy woman in the village. Especially to the older villagers, she would never break her promise. After her parents passed away, Aunt Sun took care of them like a loving mother, and she always remembered this kindness in her heart. She pursed her lips, thinking that now that she had grown up, it was time to repay them.

"Brother, I have already promised Aunt Sun today to help her sew a quilt. Can we do it another day?" There was a barely perceptible pleading tone in her voice.

Xu Luo waved his hand and said with a relaxed smile: "You can go to Aunt Sun's place in the afternoon. Just tell her that I have requisitioned your morning time and ask her to wait."

Han Xier looked confused. She knew her brother was not the kind of person who would be careless. If it wasn't for something important, he wouldn't let her postpone it easily. She gently stroked his neck, thought for a moment, and finally nodded: "Okay, then I'll go later." Her voice was gentle and firm.

Xu Luo smiled with satisfaction and nodded in agreement. Han Xier hung the clothes in her hands one by one in the sun, her movements gentle. After finishing, she clapped her hands and walked along the familiar path to Aunt Sun's house. Her steps were light and her waist was swaying. After a while, she arrived at Aunt Sun's door. The two families were not far apart. In this quiet village, caring and helping each other was the closest distance.

Xu Luo took advantage of his free time to stroll out of his own fenced yard and walked to the home of Niu Dahu, a well-known bachelor in the village. Niu Dahu was in his twenties and a bachelor. He usually made a living by pulling goods for others in his old horse-drawn carriage. As soon as Xu Luo stepped into the yard, he saw Niu Dahu busy harnessing the carriage. "Hey, Dahu, are you going out to make money again today?" Xu Luo joked.

Niu Dahu was stunned, he turned around and saw Xu Luo, revealing a simple smile: "Haha, Brother Han, how can I compare with you. You can tell fortunes, and I can only pull a cart. How can it not be hard work?" As he said, he patted the dust off his body, and his movements were exaggerated like a storyteller.

"Come on, come on, brother Han, how come you have time to come to my humble home today? Could it be that you have figured out that I'm going to have some bloody disaster and came to remind me?" Niu Dahu said with a wink.

Xu Luo's divination skills are now well-known in Chang'an City, and Matou Village is not far from Chang'an, so it is well-informed. The villagers are very curious about Xu Luo's skills. After all, this kid has grown up under their noses since he was a child, and he has never worshipped any masters. How could his divination skills improve overnight and become so accurate? Although they were puzzled, no one really investigated it.

At this time, Niu Dahu, who was standing by, had harnessed the cart and turned to look at Xu Luo, with a wicked smile on his face: "Xu Luo, can you use your divination skills to tell me when I can get married?"

Xu Luo smiled, but his eyes involuntarily looked at the sturdy young man named Niu Dahu. He saw beads of sweat sliding down his bronze skin, highlighting his strong chest and arms. He couldn't help but joked, "It depends on whether you have the charm to make the girls take a fancy to you."

Upon hearing this, Niu Dahu covered his face in pretended shyness. He looked like a rough man version of a shy girl, which made Xu Luo laugh.

Niu Dahu's eyes widened in disbelief, as if he had heard a huge joke. "Are you serious? Will I really have many children and grandchildren in my lifetime?" He scratched his head, looking like a clown in a street jugglery, which made people laugh.

Xu Luo smiled mysteriously, "Don't believe me? Let me tell you, on the sixth day of next month, go to Lantian County. I guarantee that a good marriage will be waiting for you there!"

Niu Dahu was stunned by what he heard, but his heart was in turmoil. Although he had not saved much money over the years, he worked hard, hoping to find a virtuous wife and live a comfortable life. His physique was as sturdy as his name, and he was intimidating. Which girl would not stay away from him, let alone marry him?

"Oh, my marriage is like the ripe fruit on the tree, which never falls off." Niu Dahu shook his head, looking helpless.

Xu Luo didn't care, and continued with a smile: "Brother Niu, your good news is coming soon, and this time it's not just talk."

(End of this chapter)