C49 (2/2)
A hand reached out from his sleeve and gave him a small piece of silver that was already in his hand.
Although it was just a piece of silver, it was still heavy. In this desolate year, he had to hand over a person who asked for food. This kind of action made people jealous. The onlookers couldn't help but feel envious, causing a small commotion.
The young beggar gave a loud thanks as he lifted the iron bowl with one hand and received the silver from the other.
Wu Yuxue didn't immediately throw the silver taels into the bowl. Instead, she used two fingers to throw the silver taels into the hands of her opponent. When the two touched, a loud sound could be heard.
The young beggar exclaimed, his white face turning slightly red. He wasn't in a hurry to pick up the copper coins that were scattered on the ground. Instead, he glanced at Wu Yuxue with both shock and resentment. With a snort, he turned around and walked away.
What an extravagant beggar. A large amount of copper coins was scattered on the ground, so he decided to just give it up.
Manager Qian sent off the rest of the people and walked up to Baoyu with a bitter face. ”Third master, this …”
”Don't worry, it's all on my account. How much is it, as well as the broken table and chairs, everything is on my account.”
Third Master Bao smiled bitterly as he took out an official silver ingot and handed it over to Shopkeeper Qian's subordinate. Then, he pointed at the middle-aged man lying on the side.
”I'll have to trouble you again to send this friend to the 'Fifth Blessed' Inn to stay there to recuperate. Just tell me, everything along with the doctor's money will be mine. I'll come to my 'Apricot Forest Workshop' to collect them.” ”I'm tired, I'm tired. Shopkeeper, you can go right now!”
Shopkeeper Qian was originally full of worries, but after hearing Bao Yu's words, his heart felt like a rock had dropped to the ground. He was beaming with joy as he continuously expressed his thanks.
Wu Yuxue then stood up and left.
He hurriedly left the restaurant, but after about ten steps, the Third Master Bao had already caught up.
”Friend, please take care.”
Wu Yuxue naturally knew who it was and also understood what was going on. She immediately stood still. He turned around.
The short Vajra Baoyu was already in front of him. Clasping his fists in front of his chest, he said, ”Thank you for saving my life. Thank you so much.”
Wu Yuxue hid it from him in the end, smiled and said: ”No need to be so polite, you have indeed dealt with the chivalrous man. Wu Yuxue hid it from him in the end, and smiled and said:” No need to be so polite, you have dealt with the chivalrous man just now.
Wu Yuxue regretted meddling in this matter, as it was better to have less to do.
”Since Brother Eunuch has put it this way, I will definitely be ashamed of myself …” Bao Yu said, ”The Han house is right in front of you. If you dare to ask me to rest, I'll have to thank you for your kindness. Also, you have to ask for advice in person.”
Actually, Wu Yuxue had already heard about Bao Yu and knew that he wasn't some evil person who relied on his power to bully others. Even though it was only a small matter, he was still a righteous hero after all, which was why she helped him.
Now that Bao Yu said it sincerely, it was inconvenient for him to keep people a thousand miles away.
”Alright, since Brother Bao has said so, I'll have to ask for a cup of tea from you.” Wu Yuxue said.
Seeing him agree, Bao Wang was very happy in his heart. He beckoned a servant who was waiting outside and ordered, ”Follow this husband and wait on his horse.”
”Yes!” The servant quickly turned around. He was about to go hire a horse, but Wu Yuxue stopped him.
”Since it's not far, why bother? Wouldn't it be better for us to take a stroll?” Wu Yuxue said.
The short Vajra Paju laughed out loud and said, ”Brother En, you are too quick to say, aren't you being too disrespectful this way?”
”You're welcome.” Wu Yuxue said, ”I won't hide it from you, this is the first time I've been to Rong Country's residence, and it is indeed very rich, compared to the other counties in Anhui Province, it is rare for you to know such a thing, please give me some pointers along the way.”
Baoyu naturally agreed without hesitation. He immediately ordered the servant to tell him to ride back on his own horse and to prepare dinner. Then, he happily followed Wu Yuxue.
”I've yet to ask what your name is, Brother En. Your great name is …” The short Vajra Baobao asked.
Wu Yuxue reported her name and said with a smile, ”How can you call yourself that? Please don't call me that.”
Bao Yu laughed and said: ”Then I'll call you Mister Wu. Looking at your elegant demeanor, you're a good person. Could it be that you have a martial arts title?”
”Not really.” Wu Yuxue said, ”However, I will just study for a few days.”
”This is rare.” Baoyu held his fist and said, ”It seems that you are the best of the best in martial arts and literature. It's rare, very rare.”
They walked forward until they arrived at a large temple.
Red walls, blue tiles, painting pillars and carved beams, a myriad of precious appearances.
The sun was setting in the west, and the setting sun was setting on the tiles of the glazed roof, creating a colorful patch of ground. In the vast open space in front of the temple, there were many willows planted, thinking of the red and green of the day, and the glory of the spring and autumn.
It was now very dry, the willow trees were half dead, and all the flowers had wilted. There was already a sense of desolation, but the chirping of cicadas continued as before.
In the empty temple yard, countless beggars were sitting in the sun. It was a desolate scene.
Wu Yuxue stopped and looked at the temple. She sighed with emotion and said, ”There are a lot of beggars here?”
Bao Yu said: ”So there was that many?” ”It's only the year of desolation. There are many who have fled for their lives. There are also many who have requested for food.”
He then pointed and said, ”This is the largest temple in our Rong Country, called the Xiang State Temple. Every year, the temple will be extremely lively, but it's no longer possible now. The number of people who burn incense throughout the year has dwindled.”
Wu Yuxue didn't seem to care much about what he said. Her eyes were only focused on the numerous beggars.
”Brother Bao, have you noticed anything strange about these beggars?”
Bao Yu looked and immediately looked closely, but nothing seemed to be out of the ordinary. Shaking his head, he asked in puzzlement, ”Is there something wrong?”
Wu Yuxue smiled and said, ”Let's go!”