Chapter 686: Master Lian Visits Sun's Mansion at Night
After burning incense and offering sacrifices in front of Zhang An's coffin, Sun Shaozong discussed with Zhang Wu that after the funeral arrangements were completed, they would move out of this place and find another courtyard in the city to settle down.
After all, the matter between Zhang Wu and Zhang Biao would probably become a hot topic in a few days.
Although Zhang Wu was forced into a desperate situation and attempted suicide to prove her innocence afterwards, how could she tell the truth with all these rumors spreading?
If I continue to live here, I'm afraid I'll inevitably be bullied and looked down upon.
Although Zhang Wu readily agreed, she also said that she didn't need a nice house, she just wanted to sell these courtyards and buy another similar one.
When Sun Shaozong said this, he had actually made up his mind already, so he agreed verbally, but turned around and ordered Wang Zhen to go and buy a two-story house and find two old women and maids who knew the man well.
Afterwards, Sun Shaozong discussed with Wang Zhen and decided that he would take over tonight and send Zhao Zhongji tomorrow to help with Zhang An's funeral.
By the time everything was planned, it was already evening.
Sun Shaozong then stood up to say goodbye. Wang Zhen and Zhang Wushi saw him off to the door, and then he took a carriage back home.
No conversation along the way.
After entering the house from the corner gate, Sun Shaozong was waiting for someone to call Zhao Zhongji and explain the task for tomorrow in advance.
But then the doorman Wang Jin reported that Second Uncle Lian from Rongguo Mansion had come and had a few words with the first wife. He was waiting for Sun Shaozong to come back in the front hall. Now Zhao Zhongji was also in the hall talking to him.
Sun Shaozong already knew about Jia Lian's return to Beijing when Xing Xiuyan was taken away two days ago , so he didn't find it strange when he heard that Jia Lian came to his house.
So he went back to the backyard to change into casual clothes, and then rushed to the front hall.
But when he reached the door of the living room, Sun Shaozong couldn't help but be stunned - there was a young woman standing at the door, who else could it be but Lin Hongyu?
If Jia Lian came to visit for no reason, why did he bring his maid with him?
Could it be that...
Thinking of the Canton Fair that had been going on despite being banned in the capital, Sun Shaozong couldn't help but become suspicious, wondering if Jia Lian wanted to trade with him.
What a joke!
If he really dares to say this with a shameless face, I will beat him until a thousand peach blossoms bloom!
Having prepared himself for a quarrel at any time, Sun Shaozong walked into the hall without looking around.
Jia Lian was chatting with Zhao Zhongji about something random when he saw Sun Shaozong coming in from outside. His stature was even more imposing than before. He was so excited that his nose trembled and his heart was as soft as mud.
But Sun Shaozong had always been extremely averse to such beautiful things as "the way of drought in the blood", so Jia Lian not only did not dare to show any of it, but instead tried his best to restrain his effeminate nature, pretending to be bold and stood up and said with a smile: "Erlang, I haven't seen you for two years, but you have become more and more majestic!"
"Ha ha."
Sun Shaozong smiled and pointed at his casual clothes and said, "What's so impressive about that? It's true that I'm covered in blood. I heard that my second brother was coming, so I changed my clothes specially, for fear of offending him."
As he spoke, he bowed again and said, "It's been many years since we last met. How have you been, second brother?"
"I'm fine in Beijing, so what can go wrong? I'm really sorry for Erlang's concern."
As Jia Lian spoke, he could not help but step forward and hold Sun Shaozong's arm. Although it was through his clothes, the muscles that were as tight as steel were nothing compared to those of a woman or an ordinary servant.
Contemplating the strength contained in these tight muscles, Jia Lian almost couldn't close his legs for a moment. He forced himself to help Sun Shaozong up, and reluctantly let go of his hand.
"I heard that Erlang wore a beast-faced mountain-patterned armor that day, and rode on the dragon chariot with His Royal Highness the Crown Prince. Their might spread throughout the capital. How could they be achieved with mere courage?"
As he said this, he couldn't help but yearn for it, but at the same time he couldn't help hating Wang Xifeng for getting in the way and making him miss such a grand sight.
The two of them exchanged polite words and sat down. Then they asked Zhao Zhongji to serve wine and food. Sun Shaozong then pretended to ask casually: "Second brother, you came here in the middle of the night. Is there anything you want to teach me?"
"What can I teach you?"
Jia Lian chuckled, then quickly stopped laughing and said, "It's just that I got a lot of game at the farm, and we couldn't eat it all at home, so I picked out the new and fresh ones and sent some to your house."
As he spoke, he took out a small booklet from his sleeve and said with a smile, "Also, I heard that Erlang also has a strong appetite. I just happened to get a recipe book recently, which contains the specialties of various restaurants."
That's a nice gift.
During these years of time travel, Sun Shaozong truly received the teachings of the sages and put the four words "food, sex, and nature" into full play.
These delicious foods and beautiful women are absolutely indispensable.
Sun Shaozong took the recipe and said with a smile, "If it's for farewell, I might have to think about it, but since it's a recipe, I won't refuse it."
"It's for you, just keep it."
Jia Lian pretended to speak casually. Seeing that Sun Shaozong liked it very much, he felt that his two years of hard work had not been in vain. His chest seemed to be filled with something, and he felt indescribably comforted.
As they were talking, several kitchen helpers came in carrying food boxes, and carried out a large eight-immortal table from the corner, and placed the ten dishes and two pots of home-cooked meals on it.
Sun Shaozong took the opportunity to invite him, saying, "Second brother, you should also often taste the cooking skills of the chef in my house. The other things are all right, but the spicy seasoning is something I brought back from Yangzhou. You won't find another place like it in the whole capital."
"After hearing what Erlang said, I really want to try it."
Jia Lian sat down at the table with a smile, but did not rush to pick up the chopsticks. Instead, he raised his hand and clapped them lightly twice.
Before the voice fell, Lin Hongyu came in gracefully. Her figure, which had become increasingly voluptuous in recent years, swayed so much that the onlookers' mouths watered. It seemed that she was even more appetizing than the red pepper.
This little bitch was already very coquettish in the beginning, and after not seeing her for two years, she has become even more coquettish - I wonder how Jia Lian trained her.
In fact, he was wrongly blaming Jia Lian. Although Second Master Lian was originally promiscuous, now he only wanted a melon gourd among the three thousand weak waters.
Seeing Lin Hongyu running straight towards him, as soon as she got close to him, she gave up half of her "center of gravity" and put it on her shoulder.
Sun Shaozong restrained his smile a little, endured Lin Hongyu's harassment, and pretended to be curious and joked: "Second brother is in a good mood. Wherever he goes, he never forgets to bring Miss Hongyu with him."
"Brother, you misunderstood."
Jia Lian smiled bitterly and spread his hands, saying, "The Hedong Lion has become more and more powerful in recent years. How can I dare to get close to others? I brought her here today because, first, this little bitch has been thinking about Erlang ever since she got involved with him two years ago and she can't forget him. And, your second brother is a person who likes to help others succeed."
"The second time..."
At this point, Jia Lian moved his chair forward and said with a burning gaze, "That woman has been unable to conceive. If this continues for a hundred years, how can I expect her to inherit the family business? To be safe, I am thinking of getting some of Erlang's good fortune first."
