Chapter 90 The Dandy Who Has Lost All Six Arts
Tu Subo took advantage of the moment she opened her mouth to spoon rice porridge into her mouth. Then he took a handkerchief and gently wiped the corners of her mouth. He said slowly, "Only by eating well can your body have the strength to recover. If you only eat a few bites at each meal like a kitten, how long will it take for your body to recover?"
Perhaps feeling that his tone was too harsh, Tu Subo slowed down his speech and said with a hint of joking, "Do you know what you look like when you eat?"
Gu Yuexuan tried to take back control of the bowl, but was patted on the back of her hand. She blinked at the spoon that was passed to her mouth and asked curiously, "What does it look like?"
"You're like the house cat your mother raised when she was young. Your appetite now isn't even as great as that naughty little fellow's.
That kitten can enjoy half a bowl of delicious food every time, while you, a tall adult, can only open your mouth for three mouthfuls of food."
Whenever discomfort struck, the usually resolute and decisive person couldn't help but reveal a bit of coquettishness. She didn't even notice the change in herself when she was in a bad mood.
In his eyes, this look was like a kitten's claws gently scratching the tender part of his heart, making him feel itchy all over.
The example given by Tu Subo was full of irony. Gu Yuexuan seemed to taste bitterness on the tip of her tongue, but she gritted her teeth and cooperated by swallowing most of the bowl of food.
However, the remaining part was unwilling to eat it no matter what.
"I really can't eat anymore. I'm afraid I'll vomit if I eat any more."
Tu Subo frowned, put down his bowl and chopsticks, and sighed silently.
"Is there anything you'd like to eat? I'd love to buy you some preserves."
"Don't bother."
Gu Yuexuan said lazily and with a tired look on her face, "I have no appetite at all now. I have no appetite at all."
After all, in this snowy weather, who would bother others to trek into the city just for a bite of delicious food?
She is not such a delicate woman.
Tu Subo sat guarding the bed, the quilt tightly blocking her freedom of movement. Gu Yuexuan simply rolled over in the quilt, then looked up at Tu Subo and asked, "Has Grandfather woken up? How is he doing?"
"I woke up a little earlier than you, but I'm not in a good mental state."
After all, my grandfather is very old. Although he has been recuperating, it will take some time for him to recover from this sudden blow.
Tu Subo anticipated what she was going to ask next, so he added calmly, "Mother has also gone to visit Second Aunt. She's not in danger of death right now, she just needs some time to recuperate."
No one seems to be mentioning yesterday's turmoil today, but everyone knows that this is just the calm before the storm. Once Grandfather's health improves slightly, we'll definitely settle the matter thoroughly, so there's no need to rush.
However, this meant that three people were bedridden at home, and the labor force was reduced by half. All the hard work during these days was wasted.
It seems like all efforts have been in vain and nothing has been gained.
Gu Yuexuan sighed softly but said nothing. Tu Subo's brow remained calm. "It's snowing now, so we have to put the logging work aside for now. You don't need to worry about the trivial matters at home."
He would take over the matters she had put on hold.
Gu Yuexuan sighed lightly and suggested, "Then, when we have some free time, how about we refine the sorghum liquor in the wine steamer?"
After such a long time, the wine should have been fully brewed and fermented.
Tu Subo nodded slightly to show his agreement, then leaned back on his long legs, took a break from the work he had been doing for half a day, and continued to fiddle with the items in his hands.
He must stay here.
Otherwise, Gu Yuexuan would not be able to resist lifting the warm quilt.
Gu Yuexuan listened to the subtle grinding sound and turned around curiously: "Are you making a bow and arrow?"
"A bow and arrow without an iron arrowhead is not truly qualified." Tu Subo answered while polishing the arrow in his hand. "However, if we sharpen it, it can be used to some extent."
"Then why did you build this?"
"When I visited the village chief a few days ago, Brother Hu mentioned that wild animals often appear in the forest after a heavy snowfall. I plan to try hunting some."
Gu Yuexuan was in poor health. Even though there was a blazing charcoal fire in the house and heavy quilts, her hands and feet could not escape the coldness.
How could she survive the long and harsh winter with only a cotton-padded jacket and cloth shoes?
He planned to hunt for some animal furs, whether to make them into mattresses or clothes, anyway, something is better than nothing.
Gu Yuexuan was a complete layman when it came to hunting. She chatted idly and finally just lay down on the edge of the bed, her eyes slightly rising as the arrow in Tu Subo's hand gradually became sharper.
She crossed her arms, resting her chin on her hand, and asked curiously, "As the saying goes, a gentleman must master the six arts, of which horseback riding and archery are the best. Since you can make your own bow and arrow, are you also an expert archer?"
Tu Subo replied calmly, "I'm quite proficient at it."
"What about music, chess, calligraphy, and painting? Do you dabble in these arts?"
“I’ve touched on it a little bit, I know a thing or two, but I haven’t mastered it yet.”
Tu Subo's tone was indifferent, as if he really only had a superficial understanding.
However, the doubts in Gu Yuexuan's heart grew thicker and thicker.
She said suspiciously, "That's not right, Tu Subo."
"What's wrong?"
"Aren't you that idle dandy who has lost all his skills?"
Gu Yuexuan continued with a tone that sounded as if she had been deceived, "I've always heard that you were born unruly and uninhibited. You have a handsome appearance, but in reality you are an uncultured and uncouth person, illiterate and easily angered."
"Who in Shengjing did you offend? Otherwise, why would someone spread your bad reputation everywhere?"
The rumors in Shengjing are so inconsistent with the facts?
The arrow in Tu Subo's hand spun lightly at his fingertips. When he looked up at Gu Yuexuan, a silent smile flashed in his eyes.
"Is this how you introduce your husband to others?"
"An unlettered and uncouth fellow?"
Gu Yuexuan was startled by his claim and emphasized with a stern face, "When I heard these rumors, they had nothing to do with you."
Stop bragging about yourself.
Tu Subo snorted contemptuously and laughed at himself: "Xuanxuan, Shengjing can't accommodate a Tu Su prince who is not a waste."
No matter whether he has endless wisdom hidden deep in his heart, in the eyes of outsiders, he is just a useless waste.
It’s just that the plan of fate was a little slow, and the Tu Su family fell into decline and ultimately could not be saved in time.
Gu Yuexuan's mind suddenly became clear and she forgot to respond. Tu Subo didn't care about her sudden silence.
He drew his carefully crafted wooden bow, testing its strength. A flash of ferocity flashed across his eyes. "Winning and losing are the norm on the battlefield. A defeat in one battle doesn't mean there will be no recovery."
"There is still a lot of time, so there is no need to rush."
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