The two remained silent for a long time. Kong Xu gazed at the sky, but Tian Hua never looked at him. A tinge of anger brewed within Kong Xu: this guy was disregarding him, not even bothering to look his way!
Drawing his twin blades, Kong Xu leaped into action. His movements were astonishingly swift!
The blades slashed straight towards Tian Hua. This strike had claimed countless lives before, but today it met Tian Hua. Tian Hua's movements were even faster; the blades descended, but Tian Hua was already elsewhere. The chair and table were instantly cleaved into three pieces.
Observing the dismembered furniture, Tian Hua remarked, "Sharp blades!"
Hearing this, Kong Xu spun around and swung the twin blades at Tian Hua once more. In a flash, Tian Hua evaded the attack. Kong Xu, undeterred, continued his assault, but every strike was in vain; Tian Hua skillfully avoided them.
Kong Xu halted, observing Tian Hua. He thought, "This guy can dodge even Zou Ming's hidden weapons. Speed alone won't work against him!"
In contemplation, Kong Xu suddenly raised his hand and threw one of his blades at Tian Hua. Seeing the approaching blade, Tian Hua dodged swiftly. Perplexed, he wondered why Kong Xu would throw his own weapon despite knowing that even Zou Ming had failed against him.
Just as Tian Hua was puzzled, Kong Xu raised his hand again. The thrown blade returned from behind. Surprised, Tian Hua jumped back just in time. In that split second, Kong Xu caught the blade and immediately swung it towards Tian Hua. The twin blades seemed inches away from Tian Hua's body, about to strike, but suddenly, Tian Hua vanished.
Stunned, Kong Xu stood in place, looking around. Tian Hua reappeared not far away.
The entire sequence of actions took only an instant, a few short seconds, yet who could fathom the danger within!
Kong Xu, gazing at Tian Hua, grew anxious. He realized that his techniques were futile against Tian Hua. His mind raced, and he spotted Han Lao Ban and the others out of the corner of his eye. A smile crept across Kong Xu's face as he threw the blade once more towards Tian Hua.
Tian Hua easily dodged it. He expected the same move, but Kong Xu surprised him. As Kong Xu threw the blade, Tian Hua moved. The thrown blade returned in that moment, aiming directly at Tian Hua's back. In a split second, Tian Hua turned, shouting. The blade was deflected.
Observing the deflected blade, Kong Xu, though surprised, remained undaunted. He had another move. The blade he had swung at Han Lao Ban and the others seemed slow, as if waiting for something. It wasn't until Tian Hua blocked in front of the three that the blade reached him.
Kong Xu chuckled inwardly: "This guy indeed didn't disappoint me!"
The blade struck Tian Hua, Kong Xu putting all his strength into the blow. However, instead of the expected blood and cries, there was silence.
Kong Xu looked at Tian Hua, who stared back. The blade was right in front of Tian Hua, only separated by a layer of clothing. From a slight distance, it was nearly invisible.
At this close range, Kong Xu's full-force blow failed to break through!
Tian Hua, now angry, clenched his fist and struck Kong Xu. Although Kong Xu attempted to evade, the punch was too fast. It hit him in the chest, sending Kong Xu flying, rolling on the ground.
Kong Xu stood up, blood slowly oozing from the corner of his mouth. He wiped the blood away with his hand, glaring fiercely at Tian Hua. Tian Hua, with a displeased expression, spoke, "I didn't want to hurt anyone, but you attacked innocent people!"
Just as Kong Xu was about to retort, he suddenly felt as if something heavy had struck his chest again. He was sent flying, lying on the ground. This blow seemed heavy; Kong Xu, in pain, stood up, blood dripping from his mouth.
Seeing him in this state, Tian Hua continued, "Don't blame me for fighting back!"
After saying this, Kong Xu was sent flying again. After enduring several consecutive strikes, Kong Xu stood up once more. This time, fear appeared in his eyes. He couldn't comprehend who was attacking him. Tian Hua had not moved when he spoke, nor had he moved just now. Could someone's speed reach such a level?
"Now, take your men and leave. Don't come back here again," Tian Hua said.
Having spoken, the twin blades flew out from behind Tian Hua and pierced the floor next to Kong Xu.
Everyone was astonished. They quickly lifted Kong Xu, pulled the blades from the ground, and hastily left.
With the crowd gone, Tian Hua walked into the backyard, apologizing to Han Lao Ban, "Uncle Han, I'm truly sorry for involving you all."
Xiao Ling Ling, seeing Tian Hua, exclaimed, "Big brother Tian Hua is amazing!"
The old man smiled, giving Tian Hua a thumbs up.
Han Lao Ban, patting Tian Hua's shoulder, said with a smile, "I didn't expect you, kid, to be so formidable. Kong Xu seemed to have barely touched you before being defeated!"
While Tian Hua was grateful for the understanding, he couldn't shake off the unease in his heart.
After bidding farewell to the departing customers and closing the restaurant, Tian Hua and Han Lao Ban began tidying up. They replaced the broken door, and even the table and chairs, which Kong Xu had chopped into three pieces, were replaced with new ones.
As they finished cleaning the backyard and front room, dusk approached. The restaurant's business resumed as usual, customers arriving as Han Lao Ban and his staff busied themselves. It was as if nothing had happened that day.
Tian Hua was busy too, but his mind was preoccupied with the events of the day. When he thought of Kong Xu attacking Han Lao Ban and the others, a sense of nervousness crept over him.
Whether Han Lao Ban and the others were pretending to be calm or genuinely calm, Tian Hua couldn't tell. However, he knew he felt uneasy.
As they bid farewell to the last group of customers, only Tian Hua and Han Lao Ban remained in the courtyard.
"Tian Hua, can I ask you something?" Han Lao Ban inquired.
"What is it?" Tian Hua asked.
Today, Kong Xu wants you to tell me about Lu Yunshan's whereabouts. What's going on?" Boss Han asked.
"I saw Lu Yunshan being caught on the road, and then I intervened to save him..." Tian Hua then recounted in detail how he saved Lu Yunshan and his wife that day, as well as the encounters with Zou Ming and Cheng Kong.
Boss Han listened attentively, then looked at him and said, "Tian Hua, do you know who Lu Yunshan is?"
Tian Hua shook his head and said, "Yes, he told me that Mu Xiong was spying on his wealth and coveting the beauty of his wife, so he escaped and ended up being wanted by Mu Xiong!"
"Who told you this?" Boss Han asked in surprise.
"It was Lu Yunshan who told me. What's the matter, Uncle Han? Is there a problem?" Tian Hua looked at Boss Han with a slightly surprised expression.
"Oh, so that's how it is!" Boss Han said, as if speaking to Tian Hua, but also like talking to himself.
"Uncle Han, do you know Lu Yunshan?" Tian Hua suddenly asked.
"Lu Yunshan! How would I know him?" Boss Han smiled and said.
"Lu Yunshan said he lives in the town and comes from a wealthy family. I thought maybe you know him!" Tian Hua said.
"There are many wealthy families in this town, and I rarely go out, so I'm not familiar with some families in the town!" Boss Han said.
After hearing Boss Han's words, Tian Hua stopped asking.
The two continued to drink...
"Tian Hua, Uncle Han has something to tell you!" Boss Han said.
"Uncle Han, go ahead." Tian Hua said.
"I think after what happened today, you should stay here for a while longer. Of course, it's not that Uncle Han is afraid of trouble and wants you to stay to protect us. I just feel that when you first left, it was to avoid trouble with Kong Xu. Now that Kong Xu has found us, since that's the case, you might as well stay here for a while longer before leaving." Boss Han said.
After hearing this, Tian Hua remained silent for a while and then said, "Well, as long as Uncle Han is willing to keep me and doesn't feel that I'm causing trouble, then I'll stay here for a while longer."
"Don't talk nonsense. How could I think you're causing trouble? Ever since Little Bell's mother passed away, I've had to run this restaurant on my own, so I don't have time to take her out. She often plays alone in the backyard, although she seems happy on the surface, she's lonely inside! But since you took her kite flying, she's been much happier. I know that's the real happiness she wants, so I should thank you!" Boss Han said emotionally.
After hearing Boss Han's words, Tian Hua fell silent. He suddenly thought of his parents and the elders in the village. He knew that the happiest thing in their hearts was for the people in the village to live freely and happily. He thought of Yilan, Luo Xin, and Qin Hu, and the happiest thing for them was to play happily with their companions. His happiest thing at that time was to leave the village and see the outside world. By deciding to leave, he was happy, but it made them lonely and sad in their hearts!
As he thought about it, Tian Hua, for the first time, pondered whether his initial thoughts were right or wrong. His heart became conflicted. Yes, what did he see in the world? No, what did he lose?
Tian Hua's heart became confused, he picked up the wine glass, took a sip, and then looked at Boss Han, saying, "Don't worry, Uncle Han, I will do my best to make Little Bell happy!"
Boss Han looked at him, then smiled and said, "Well, I didn't misjudge you!"
Tian Hua took another sip of wine and said, "Uncle Han, I'm a bit tired. I want to go to sleep!"
Boss Han looked at him, nodded, and said, "Well, then go to sleep first!"
Tian Hua came to his room, lay on the bed, opened his eyes, and couldn't sleep. Tonight, he missed home...
At the same time, Kong Xu, who couldn't sleep at night, was thinking about what happened today. When he woke up, he found himself lying on his bed and saw Mu Xiong sitting in the room.
He hurriedly sat up, greeted Mu Xiong, and when Mu Xiong saw him getting up, he gestured for him to lie down and said, "You're awake! How do you feel now?"
"There should be no problem." Kong Xu finished speaking and moved his hands.
"When they carried you back, it seems you were injured quite badly!" Mu Xiong said.
Kong Xu looked at Mu Xiong, a bit embarrassed, and lowered his head.
"Tell me about your situation with him." Mu Xiong said.
Kong Xu immediately recounted the situation of his confrontation with Tian Hua today, and Mu Xiong listened carefully.
"After you fought with him, what do you feel now?" Mu Xiong asked.
Kong Xu thought for a moment, then said excitedly, "He may not know martial arts at all, just that he is more agile, and he also knows some unconventional tricks and witchcraft!"
"Witchcraft? That's because you simply don't understand him!" Mu Xiong laughed.
"Don't understand? Is it because you, the town master..." Kong Xu asked in confusion.
"I don't need you to know whether I understand him or not, but there is one thing I am curious about. Both Zou Ming and Cheng Kong have fought him, why are they both unharmed, but you were injured?" Mu Xiong asked.
Upon hearing this, Kong Xu recounted the events of today, how he swung his knife at Boss Han and the others, and what happened after provoking Tian Hua.
After listening, Mu Xiong burst into laughter, "It seems you didn't win in a gentleman's duel!"
Kong Xu was stunned for a moment, then asked, "Town master, what do you mean by a gentleman's duel?"
Mu Xiong looked at him and said, "You rest well at home, and don't bother about that kid's business anymore!"
Kong Xu, upon hearing this, was suddenly shocked, and then said, "Town master, what about Lu Yunshan?"
"I have my arrangements!" After saying that, Mu Xiong stood up and walked outside.
Kong Xu watched Mu Xiong leave, immediately lay down on the bed, and at this moment, he was full of anger: originally thought that he could gain the town master's closer appreciation through this opportunity, but unexpectedly, that kid turned out to be so mysterious that even the town master doesn't want him to intervene in this matter!
He also wondered in his heart: the town master said I don't understand him, does the town master understand him? But how could the town master understand? Who is that kid? And when the town master said he arranged it freely, does he know the kid's weakness?
In the vast night, Kong Xu lay on the bed, staring at the ceiling, thinking about today's events!
The sun shone on the earth, and a new day began!
Tian Hua woke up early, not knowing when he fell asleep last night!
He came to the courtyard, and Boss Han and the others hadn't gotten up yet. After washing his face, he sat down in the courtyard, waiting for them to wake up.
Soon, the old man got up, Tian Hua saw him coming out of the room, smiled and greeted him, and the old man nodded with a smile.
After washing his face, the old man walked to the kitchen to prepare breakfast.
Tian Hua followed the old man into the kitchen. When the old man saw him coming in, he smiled and gestured a few times. Tian Hua couldn't understand, stood there looking at him in doubt. Soon, the old man realized that he didn't understand his meaning, smiled, and stopped talking.
He started a fire to cook, and when preparing to stir-fry the vegetables, he washed the vegetables and handed the knife to Tian Hua. Then he pointed at the vegetables and gestured to Tian Hua. Tian Hua took the knife, looked at the vegetables, and said, "You want me to cut the vegetables!" But Tian Hua said this to himself!
Tian Hua held the knife, picked up the nearby vegetables, and started cutting. The old man saw it, smiled, and nodded!
After cutting the vegetables, the old man started stir-frying. While stir-frying, he waved to Tian Hua to come over and handed the spatula to him to try. Tian Hua took the spatula, looked at the vegetables in the pot, and hesitated. Thinking about how the old man stir-fried the vegetables just now, he imitated the old man's method! The old man watched on the side, occasionally adding some seasonings to the pot!
After the vegetables were cooked, Tian Hua quickly scooped them up and put them on the table in the courtyard. Soon, a table of dishes was ready!
Tian Hua proudly looked at the table of dishes that he had worked on himself, feeling extremely happy in his heart!
At this time, Boss Han and Little Bell had already gotten up. Boss Han saw Tian Hua sitting in front of the table and said with a smile, "Tian Hua, why did you get up so early today!"
"I slept early last night, so I woke up a bit earlier today!" Tian Hua said.
When the four of them were preparing to eat, the old man gestured a few times with his hands. Boss Han looked at the dishes on the table, then looked at Tian Hua and said, "Tian Hua, did you make the dishes today?"
Tian Hua hurriedly said, "No, it was Master who made them. I just assisted on the side!"
"But your master said you're very clever and can learn it with just one lesson!" Boss Han said.
After he finished speaking, he picked up a piece of food and put it in his mouth. After eating, he praised, "The taste is really good!"
Tian Hua, upon hearing this, said, "Is it?" Then he also picked up some food and ate it! Then he said, "Well, it's not bad!"
Little Bell, on the side, took a bite and put it in her mouth, then said, "The taste is not as delicious as before!"
Tian Hua laughed when he heard it, and Boss Han also smiled at Tian Hua.
Little Bell wanted Tian Hua to take her kite flying, but Tian Hua didn't agree. He said he wanted to go out for a walk. Boss Han also suggested that Little Bell stay at home.
Tian Hua came to the town center alone, walking aimlessly. He looked at the unfamiliar faces coming and going on the street, and suddenly felt a strange loneliness in his heart: in such a large mountain town, it seems that he only knows a few people!
The sense of loneliness and loneliness in Tian Hua's heart became stronger with the coming and going of the crowd. He felt like there was something blocking his heart, and he really wanted to remove that thing, but he didn't know what that thing was.
He came to a bridge, which was located in the center of the mountain town. There were many people coming and going on the wide bridge, but it didn't seem crowded.
Tian Hua looked at the calm water under the bridge, the water was very clear, and he could see his own reflection. He saw his face in the water, with a faint smile, but there was also a hint of sadness in that smile.
He stared at his own reflection in the water, and his thoughts drifted away!
A melodious music suddenly sounded, interrupting Tian Hua's thoughts. Tian Hua stopped to listen. The music was beautiful and pleasant, making people feel happy and relaxed. Tian Hua suddenly felt that his surroundings opened up, and all the unhappy things in his heart seemed to disappear at this moment!
Tian Hua stood there quietly listening. He had never heard such beautiful music before, like a natural sound!
As one piece ended, another began.
Tian Hua suddenly wanted to see who was playing this music. He followed the sound and walked towards it. The music became louder and louder, and finally, Tian Hua arrived in front of a magnificent restaurant. Three golden characters were shining on the restaurant's sign - "Tian Xiang Lou!" Glittering and radiant!
Tian Hua looked at the restaurant and felt puzzled: Why hadn't he seen this restaurant before when he came here?
The restaurant was doing well, with many people coming and going. Two young and beautiful women were welcoming guests at the entrance. As Tian Hua approached, the two women greeted him and invited him in. Listening to the music, Tian Hua entered the restaurant.
Upon entering, Tian Hua was amazed. The interior was unexpectedly spacious, and the layout of the restaurant was extremely luxurious. In the center was a large stage where the music he heard was coming from. He saw musicians playing there, accompanied by several young and beautiful women dancing to elegant tunes!
Around the stage were many dining tables, and the seats were filled with people. They were enjoying the music, drinking, and chatting!
Tian Hua stood there and looked around. Immediately, a woman approached him, guiding him to a table, and asked what he needed.
"Bring me two small dishes and another bottle of wine," Tian Hua said.
The woman acknowledged and left! When she walked away, Tian Hua suddenly remembered something: he didn't have money with him! He initially thought of leaving but decided to listen to the music a bit longer. Thinking this, he shrugged it off and decided to enjoy the music first!
The food and drinks quickly arrived!
Tian Hua poured a glass of wine, took a sip, and couldn't help but praise, "Great wine!"
This wine was much better than the one at Uncle Han's; it had a purer taste! Tian Hua marveled inwardly.
Listening to the wonderful music, Tian Hua felt the wine tasted even better! He slowly drank the wine, occasionally tapping his fingers on the table in rhythm!
Tian Hua was immersed in the beautiful music when suddenly, the music abruptly stopped. He looked towards the stage in surprise!
At this moment, a beautiful middle-aged woman walked to the center of the stage and said, "Ladies and gentlemen, I am the proprietress here, Hu Jinhua. Today is the first day of our grand opening, thank you all for coming. To express our gratitude, all food and drinks ordered by customers on the tables today are free!"
As soon as she spoke, cheers erupted from the audience. Hearing this, Tian Hua chuckled, shook his head, poured another glass of wine, and drank!
After waiting for everyone to quiet down, Hu Jinhua continued, "Not only do we have free food and drinks today, but we also have exciting song and dance performances prepared for you. Next on stage is our restaurant's first dance performer - Murong Feiyan!"
After saying this, she left the stage. At this moment, curtains dropped around the stage. The restaurant suddenly fell silent, everyone holding their breath, looking towards the center of the stage!
The curtains slowly rose...
A woman covered her face with long sleeves, and people curiously watched her!
With the sound of flutes and reeds, the long sleeves danced in the air!
People at the dining tables now saw the woman's appearance, and sounds of admiration and astonishment filled the entire restaurant!
Tian Hua, at this moment, also looked towards the woman. Once he saw her, Tian Hua was stunned!
The sound of phoenix flute, the dance of orioles, the long sleeves fluttering like scattered clouds drifting with the wind.
The two remained silent for a long time. Kong Xu gazed at the sky, but Tian Hua never looked at him. A tinge of anger brewed within Kong Xu: this guy was disregarding him, not even bothering to look his way!
Drawing his twin blades, Kong Xu leaped into action. His movements were astonishingly swift!
The blades slashed straight towards Tian Hua. This strike had claimed countless lives before, but today it met Tian Hua. Tian Hua's movements were even faster; the blades descended, but Tian Hua was already elsewhere. The chair and table were instantly cleaved into three pieces.
Observing the dismembered furniture, Tian Hua remarked, "Sharp blades!"
Hearing this, Kong Xu spun around and swung the twin blades at Tian Hua once more. In a flash, Tian Hua evaded the attack. Kong Xu, undeterred, continued his assault, but every strike was in vain; Tian Hua skillfully avoided them.
Kong Xu halted, observing Tian Hua. He thought, "This guy can dodge even Zou Ming's hidden weapons. Speed alone won't work against him!"
In contemplation, Kong Xu suddenly raised his hand and threw one of his blades at Tian Hua. Seeing the approaching blade, Tian Hua dodged swiftly. Perplexed, he wondered why Kong Xu would throw his own weapon despite knowing that even Zou Ming had failed against him.
Just as Tian Hua was puzzled, Kong Xu raised his hand again. The thrown blade returned from behind. Surprised, Tian Hua jumped back just in time. In that split second, Kong Xu caught the blade and immediately swung it towards Tian Hua. The twin blades seemed inches away from Tian Hua's body, about to strike, but suddenly, Tian Hua vanished.
Stunned, Kong Xu stood in place, looking around. Tian Hua reappeared not far away.
The entire sequence of actions took only an instant, a few short seconds, yet who could fathom the danger within!
Kong Xu, gazing at Tian Hua, grew anxious. He realized that his techniques were futile against Tian Hua. His mind raced, and he spotted Han Lao Ban and the others out of the corner of his eye. A smile crept across Kong Xu's face as he threw the blade once more towards Tian Hua.
Tian Hua easily dodged it. He expected the same move, but Kong Xu surprised him. As Kong Xu threw the blade, Tian Hua moved. The thrown blade returned in that moment, aiming directly at Tian Hua's back. In a split second, Tian Hua turned, shouting. The blade was deflected.
Observing the deflected blade, Kong Xu, though surprised, remained undaunted. He had another move. The blade he had swung at Han Lao Ban and the others seemed slow, as if waiting for something. It wasn't until Tian Hua blocked in front of the three that the blade reached him.
Kong Xu chuckled inwardly: "This guy indeed didn't disappoint me!"
The blade struck Tian Hua, Kong Xu putting all his strength into the blow. However, instead of the expected blood and cries, there was silence.
Kong Xu looked at Tian Hua, who stared back. The blade was right in front of Tian Hua, only separated by a layer of clothing. From a slight distance, it was nearly invisible.
At this close range, Kong Xu's full-force blow failed to break through!
Tian Hua, now angry, clenched his fist and struck Kong Xu. Although Kong Xu attempted to evade, the punch was too fast. It hit him in the chest, sending Kong Xu flying, rolling on the ground.
Kong Xu stood up, blood slowly oozing from the corner of his mouth. He wiped the blood away with his hand, glaring fiercely at Tian Hua. Tian Hua, with a displeased expression, spoke, "I didn't want to hurt anyone, but you attacked innocent people!"
Just as Kong Xu was about to retort, he suddenly felt as if something heavy had struck his chest again. He was sent flying, lying on the ground. This blow seemed heavy; Kong Xu, in pain, stood up, blood dripping from his mouth.
Seeing him in this state, Tian Hua continued, "Don't blame me for fighting back!"
After saying this, Kong Xu was sent flying again. After enduring several consecutive strikes, Kong Xu stood up once more. This time, fear appeared in his eyes. He couldn't comprehend who was attacking him. Tian Hua had not moved when he spoke, nor had he moved just now. Could someone's speed reach such a level?
"Now, take your men and leave. Don't come back here again," Tian Hua said.
Having spoken, the twin blades flew out from behind Tian Hua and pierced the floor next to Kong Xu.
Everyone was astonished. They quickly lifted Kong Xu, pulled the blades from the ground, and hastily left.
With the crowd gone, Tian Hua walked into the backyard, apologizing to Han Lao Ban, "Uncle Han, I'm truly sorry for involving you all."
Xiao Ling Ling, seeing Tian Hua, exclaimed, "Big brother Tian Hua is amazing!"
The old man smiled, giving Tian Hua a thumbs up.
Han Lao Ban, patting Tian Hua's shoulder, said with a smile, "I didn't expect you, kid, to be so formidable. Kong Xu seemed to have barely touched you before being defeated!"
While Tian Hua was grateful for the understanding, he couldn't shake off the unease in his heart.
After bidding farewell to the departing customers and closing the restaurant, Tian Hua and Han Lao Ban began tidying up. They replaced the broken door, and even the table and chairs, which Kong Xu had chopped into three pieces, were replaced with new ones.
As they finished cleaning the backyard and front room, dusk approached. The restaurant's business resumed as usual, customers arriving as Han Lao Ban and his staff busied themselves. It was as if nothing had happened that day.
Tian Hua was busy too, but his mind was preoccupied with the events of the day. When he thought of Kong Xu attacking Han Lao Ban and the others, a sense of nervousness crept over him.
Whether Han Lao Ban and the others were pretending to be calm or genuinely calm, Tian Hua couldn't tell. However, he knew he felt uneasy.
As they bid farewell to the last group of customers, only Tian Hua and Han Lao Ban remained in the courtyard.
"Tian Hua, can I ask you something?" Han Lao Ban inquired.
"What is it?" Tian Hua asked.
Today, Kong Xu wants you to tell me about Lu Yunshan's whereabouts. What's going on?" Boss Han asked.
"I saw Lu Yunshan being caught on the road, and then I intervened to save him..." Tian Hua then recounted in detail how he saved Lu Yunshan and his wife that day, as well as the encounters with Zou Ming and Cheng Kong.
Boss Han listened attentively, then looked at him and said, "Tian Hua, do you know who Lu Yunshan is?"
Tian Hua shook his head and said, "Yes, he told me that Mu Xiong was spying on his wealth and coveting the beauty of his wife, so he escaped and ended up being wanted by Mu Xiong!"
"Who told you this?" Boss Han asked in surprise.
"It was Lu Yunshan who told me. What's the matter, Uncle Han? Is there a problem?" Tian Hua looked at Boss Han with a slightly surprised expression.
"Oh, so that's how it is!" Boss Han said, as if speaking to Tian Hua, but also like talking to himself.
"Uncle Han, do you know Lu Yunshan?" Tian Hua suddenly asked.
"Lu Yunshan! How would I know him?" Boss Han smiled and said.
"Lu Yunshan said he lives in the town and comes from a wealthy family. I thought maybe you know him!" Tian Hua said.
"There are many wealthy families in this town, and I rarely go out, so I'm not familiar with some families in the town!" Boss Han said.
After hearing Boss Han's words, Tian Hua stopped asking.
The two continued to drink...
"Tian Hua, Uncle Han has something to tell you!" Boss Han said.
"Uncle Han, go ahead." Tian Hua said.
"I think after what happened today, you should stay here for a while longer. Of course, it's not that Uncle Han is afraid of trouble and wants you to stay to protect us. I just feel that when you first left, it was to avoid trouble with Kong Xu. Now that Kong Xu has found us, since that's the case, you might as well stay here for a while longer before leaving." Boss Han said.
After hearing this, Tian Hua remained silent for a while and then said, "Well, as long as Uncle Han is willing to keep me and doesn't feel that I'm causing trouble, then I'll stay here for a while longer."
"Don't talk nonsense. How could I think you're causing trouble? Ever since Little Bell's mother passed away, I've had to run this restaurant on my own, so I don't have time to take her out. She often plays alone in the backyard, although she seems happy on the surface, she's lonely inside! But since you took her kite flying, she's been much happier. I know that's the real happiness she wants, so I should thank you!" Boss Han said emotionally.
After hearing Boss Han's words, Tian Hua fell silent. He suddenly thought of his parents and the elders in the village. He knew that the happiest thing in their hearts was for the people in the village to live freely and happily. He thought of Yilan, Luo Xin, and Qin Hu, and the happiest thing for them was to play happily with their companions. His happiest thing at that time was to leave the village and see the outside world. By deciding to leave, he was happy, but it made them lonely and sad in their hearts!
As he thought about it, Tian Hua, for the first time, pondered whether his initial thoughts were right or wrong. His heart became conflicted. Yes, what did he see in the world? No, what did he lose?
Tian Hua's heart became confused, he picked up the wine glass, took a sip, and then looked at Boss Han, saying, "Don't worry, Uncle Han, I will do my best to make Little Bell happy!"
Boss Han looked at him, then smiled and said, "Well, I didn't misjudge you!"
Tian Hua took another sip of wine and said, "Uncle Han, I'm a bit tired. I want to go to sleep!"
Boss Han looked at him, nodded, and said, "Well, then go to sleep first!"
Tian Hua came to his room, lay on the bed, opened his eyes, and couldn't sleep. Tonight, he missed home...
At the same time, Kong Xu, who couldn't sleep at night, was thinking about what happened today. When he woke up, he found himself lying on his bed and saw Mu Xiong sitting in the room.
He hurriedly sat up, greeted Mu Xiong, and when Mu Xiong saw him getting up, he gestured for him to lie down and said, "You're awake! How do you feel now?"
"There should be no problem." Kong Xu finished speaking and moved his hands.
"When they carried you back, it seems you were injured quite badly!" Mu Xiong said.
Kong Xu looked at Mu Xiong, a bit embarrassed, and lowered his head.
"Tell me about your situation with him." Mu Xiong said.
Kong Xu immediately recounted the situation of his confrontation with Tian Hua today, and Mu Xiong listened carefully.
"After you fought with him, what do you feel now?" Mu Xiong asked.
Kong Xu thought for a moment, then said excitedly, "He may not know martial arts at all, just that he is more agile, and he also knows some unconventional tricks and witchcraft!"
"Witchcraft? That's because you simply don't understand him!" Mu Xiong laughed.
"Don't understand? Is it because you, the town master..." Kong Xu asked in confusion.
"I don't need you to know whether I understand him or not, but there is one thing I am curious about. Both Zou Ming and Cheng Kong have fought him, why are they both unharmed, but you were injured?" Mu Xiong asked.
Upon hearing this, Kong Xu recounted the events of today, how he swung his knife at Boss Han and the others, and what happened after provoking Tian Hua.
After listening, Mu Xiong burst into laughter, "It seems you didn't win in a gentleman's duel!"
Kong Xu was stunned for a moment, then asked, "Town master, what do you mean by a gentleman's duel?"
Mu Xiong looked at him and said, "You rest well at home, and don't bother about that kid's business anymore!"
Kong Xu, upon hearing this, was suddenly shocked, and then said, "Town master, what about Lu Yunshan?"
"I have my arrangements!" After saying that, Mu Xiong stood up and walked outside.
Kong Xu watched Mu Xiong leave, immediately lay down on the bed, and at this moment, he was full of anger: originally thought that he could gain the town master's closer appreciation through this opportunity, but unexpectedly, that kid turned out to be so mysterious that even the town master doesn't want him to intervene in this matter!
He also wondered in his heart: the town master said I don't understand him, does the town master understand him? But how could the town master understand? Who is that kid? And when the town master said he arranged it freely, does he know the kid's weakness?
In the vast night, Kong Xu lay on the bed, staring at the ceiling, thinking about today's events!
The sun shone on the earth, and a new day began!
Tian Hua woke up early, not knowing when he fell asleep last night!
He came to the courtyard, and Boss Han and the others hadn't gotten up yet. After washing his face, he sat down in the courtyard, waiting for them to wake up.
Soon, the old man got up, Tian Hua saw him coming out of the room, smiled and greeted him, and the old man nodded with a smile.
After washing his face, the old man walked to the kitchen to prepare breakfast.
Tian Hua followed the old man into the kitchen. When the old man saw him coming in, he smiled and gestured a few times. Tian Hua couldn't understand, stood there looking at him in doubt. Soon, the old man realized that he didn't understand his meaning, smiled, and stopped talking.
He started a fire to cook, and when preparing to stir-fry the vegetables, he washed the vegetables and handed the knife to Tian Hua. Then he pointed at the vegetables and gestured to Tian Hua. Tian Hua took the knife, looked at the vegetables, and said, "You want me to cut the vegetables!" But Tian Hua said this to himself!
Tian Hua held the knife, picked up the nearby vegetables, and started cutting. The old man saw it, smiled, and nodded!
After cutting the vegetables, the old man started stir-frying. While stir-frying, he waved to Tian Hua to come over and handed the spatula to him to try. Tian Hua took the spatula, looked at the vegetables in the pot, and hesitated. Thinking about how the old man stir-fried the vegetables just now, he imitated the old man's method! The old man watched on the side, occasionally adding some seasonings to the pot!
After the vegetables were cooked, Tian Hua quickly scooped them up and put them on the table in the courtyard. Soon, a table of dishes was ready!
Tian Hua proudly looked at the table of dishes that he had worked on himself, feeling extremely happy in his heart!
At this time, Boss Han and Little Bell had already gotten up. Boss Han saw Tian Hua sitting in front of the table and said with a smile, "Tian Hua, why did you get up so early today!"
"I slept early last night, so I woke up a bit earlier today!" Tian Hua said.
When the four of them were preparing to eat, the old man gestured a few times with his hands. Boss Han looked at the dishes on the table, then looked at Tian Hua and said, "Tian Hua, did you make the dishes today?"
Tian Hua hurriedly said, "No, it was Master who made them. I just assisted on the side!"
"But your master said you're very clever and can learn it with just one lesson!" Boss Han said.
After he finished speaking, he picked up a piece of food and put it in his mouth. After eating, he praised, "The taste is really good!"
Tian Hua, upon hearing this, said, "Is it?" Then he also picked up some food and ate it! Then he said, "Well, it's not bad!"
Little Bell, on the side, took a bite and put it in her mouth, then said, "The taste is not as delicious as before!"
Tian Hua laughed when he heard it, and Boss Han also smiled at Tian Hua.
Little Bell wanted Tian Hua to take her kite flying, but Tian Hua didn't agree. He said he wanted to go out for a walk. Boss Han also suggested that Little Bell stay at home.
Tian Hua came to the town center alone, walking aimlessly. He looked at the unfamiliar faces coming and going on the street, and suddenly felt a strange loneliness in his heart: in such a large mountain town, it seems that he only knows a few people!
The sense of loneliness and loneliness in Tian Hua's heart became stronger with the coming and going of the crowd. He felt like there was something blocking his heart, and he really wanted to remove that thing, but he didn't know what that thing was.
He came to a bridge, which was located in the center of the mountain town. There were many people coming and going on the wide bridge, but it didn't seem crowded.
Tian Hua looked at the calm water under the bridge, the water was very clear, and he could see his own reflection. He saw his face in the water, with a faint smile, but there was also a hint of sadness in that smile.
He stared at his own reflection in the water, and his thoughts drifted away!
A melodious music suddenly sounded, interrupting Tian Hua's thoughts. Tian Hua stopped to listen. The music was beautiful and pleasant, making people feel happy and relaxed. Tian Hua suddenly felt that his surroundings opened up, and all the unhappy things in his heart seemed to disappear at this moment!
Tian Hua stood there quietly listening. He had never heard such beautiful music before, like a natural sound!
As one piece ended, another began.
Tian Hua suddenly wanted to see who was playing this music. He followed the sound and walked towards it. The music became louder and louder, and finally, Tian Hua arrived in front of a magnificent restaurant. Three golden characters were shining on the restaurant's sign - "Tian Xiang Lou!" Glittering and radiant!
Tian Hua looked at the restaurant and felt puzzled: Why hadn't he seen this restaurant before when he came here?
The restaurant was doing well, with many people coming and going. Two young and beautiful women were welcoming guests at the entrance. As Tian Hua approached, the two women greeted him and invited him in. Listening to the music, Tian Hua entered the restaurant.
Upon entering, Tian Hua was amazed. The interior was unexpectedly spacious, and the layout of the restaurant was extremely luxurious. In the center was a large stage where the music he heard was coming from. He saw musicians playing there, accompanied by several young and beautiful women dancing to elegant tunes!
Around the stage were many dining tables, and the seats were filled with people. They were enjoying the music, drinking, and chatting!
Tian Hua stood there and looked around. Immediately, a woman approached him, guiding him to a table, and asked what he needed.
"Bring me two small dishes and another bottle of wine," Tian Hua said.
The woman acknowledged and left! When she walked away, Tian Hua suddenly remembered something: he didn't have money with him! He initially thought of leaving but decided to listen to the music a bit longer. Thinking this, he shrugged it off and decided to enjoy the music first!
The food and drinks quickly arrived!
Tian Hua poured a glass of wine, took a sip, and couldn't help but praise, "Great wine!"
This wine was much better than the one at Uncle Han's; it had a purer taste! Tian Hua marveled inwardly.
Listening to the wonderful music, Tian Hua felt the wine tasted even better! He slowly drank the wine, occasionally tapping his fingers on the table in rhythm!
Tian Hua was immersed in the beautiful music when suddenly, the music abruptly stopped. He looked towards the stage in surprise!
At this moment, a beautiful middle-aged woman walked to the center of the stage and said, "Ladies and gentlemen, I am the proprietress here, Hu Jinhua. Today is the first day of our grand opening, thank you all for coming. To express our gratitude, all food and drinks ordered by customers on the tables today are free!"
As soon as she spoke, cheers erupted from the audience. Hearing this, Tian Hua chuckled, shook his head, poured another glass of wine, and drank!
After waiting for everyone to quiet down, Hu Jinhua continued, "Not only do we have free food and drinks today, but we also have exciting song and dance performances prepared for you. Next on stage is our restaurant's first dance performer - Murong Feiyan!"
After saying this, she left the stage. At this moment, curtains dropped around the stage. The restaurant suddenly fell silent, everyone holding their breath, looking towards the center of the stage!
The curtains slowly rose...
A woman covered her face with long sleeves, and people curiously watched her!
With the sound of flutes and reeds, the long sleeves danced in the air!
People at the dining tables now saw the woman's appearance, and sounds of admiration and astonishment filled the entire restaurant!
Tian Hua, at this moment, also looked towards the woman. Once he saw her, Tian Hua was stunned!
The sound of phoenix flute, the dance of orioles, the long sleeves fluttering like scattered clouds drifting with the wind.
