Chapter 545: Chapter 656 Talking It Out
Translator: Dragon Boat Translation Editor: Dragon Boat Translation
“Sit down and have a cup of tea first. 1’11 go change my clothes.” After Gu Chengrui finished speaking, he entered his room and placed a title deed under his pillow.
He quickly changed into relatively thin clothes and washed up before walking back out.
The charcoal was ready, and Yang Wanning was about to get up and help.
Gu Chengrui stopped her. “Chenglin and 1 will go over. You all wait in the house.”
Yang Chenglin immediately stood up and followed Gu Chengrui out.
Seeing Zhou Ying and the others roasting skewers, Yang Chenglin asked in surprise, “Is this smoked meat edible?”
“You’ll know when you try it. It’s very delicious.” Gu Chengrui turned his head and asked, “1 heard there would be an exam next spring. How are the preparations going?”
“It’s going well, but I don’t know if 1 can still participate.” Yang Chenglin replied with a smile.
No matter what, Madam Cui was his grandmother, and Mrs. Cui was his stepmother. They had committed a major crime; he would have to miss his exams because of filial piety, even if the Emperor did not punish them.
Of course, there was one other possibility, and that was to get an opportunity to cut off relations with the Yang family.
He just didn’t know if they could succeed in doing so.
Gu Chengrui paused momentarily, remembered their situation, and felt sorry for him.
He patted his little shoulder and said, “Take your time. There’s no need to rush. Gold will always shine, so you just have to be prepared.
“You just have to always be prepared for a chance to soar into the sky.
“Otherwise, you wouldn’t be able to shine even if the opportunity was given to you.”
“Yeah, I know.” Yang Chenglin nodded in agreement, then looked at him with admiration.
After all, Gu Chengrui was one of them.
The Gu family’s situation was much more severe than the Yang family’s back then. Didn’t Gu Chengrui not give up? Instead, he was ready for any opportunity, which led to his current status.
Gu Chengrui felt a little guilty under Yang Chenglin’s gaze of worship. He was where he was today not only because of those three years of study but also because of his experiences in his previous life over the past thirty years.
“What are you two brothers talking about? You’re having a good time.” Zhou Huaiming asked curiously as he clumsily flipped the skewers.
“It’s just a casual chat. Why is the guest cooking? Let me do it.” Gu Chengrui stepped forward and said to him.
“Wait, wait. With you guiding me by my side, this is a perfect learning opportunity. That way, I can make it for myself next time.”
“Alright, then I’ll pass you the sauces.” Gu Chengrui found a spoon and started making a bowl of noodles for Mrs. Sun.
He then took two steamed buns and roasted them on a skewer. Of course, he only sprinkled some pepper and salt on them.
Yang Chenglin looked at Zhou Ying skillfully roasting the skewers and went forward to ask, “Can 1 give it a try?”
“Of course, but everyone is waiting to eat. You should wait until everyone is almost done eating before giving it a try.” Zhou Ying replied as she sprinkled some seasoning on the mutton skewers and placed them on a plate. “Bring this into the house for your sister and Mrs. Sun.”
“Alright.” Yang Chenglin nodded repeatedly. At the same time, he was enamored by the fragrance of the mutton skewers.
Just as he was about to leave, Gu Chengrui called out to him. He placed the charred bun slices on the plate and said, “Mrs. Sun has stomach problems, so tell her to eat fewer mutton skewers, okay?”
“I understand.” Yang Chenglin nodded, then carried the plate into the house.
Gu Chengrui returned to his room and brought out an additional small table. He also brought out a jar of wine as he taught Zhou Huaiming to roast the skewers.
The two of them sat at the small table and ate while roasting..