Qin Luo was momentarily confused by what he said. Who exactly was he on good terms with?
It's said that he and Qi Yong had a good relationship, but Qi Yong's request wasn't as valued as Yuan Lao's notification.
It's said that he and Mr. Yuan had a good relationship; he even made a special trip to pick him up, just to prevent Mr. Yuan from having his way.
The prefect noticed the confusion in her eyes but didn't explain anything. He simply reached out and pinched Wu Hua's cheek.
"Little one, do you want to go to the prefect's mansion for the New Year? I've ordered people to prepare a lot of delicacies, and I've even specially hired an opera troupe!"
Wu Hua didn't care about any opera troupe; her mind was only on mountain delicacies.
"Okay, I'll go, but I can eat a lot!"
The prefect waved his hand
"Enough for everyone! So when are you planning to go?"
Upon hearing this, Wu Hua wanted to leave immediately, but Qin Luo grabbed her and held her back.
"We still have some things to do. We'll come to the prefect's residence to see you after we're done!"
Wu Hua wilted instantly, and the prefect, having received permission, was about to leave.
I looked up and saw the auction house carriages rushing towards me.
He raised an eyebrow slightly, not in a hurry to leave, and pulled Wu Hua into his arms.
It has started the mode of deceiving children.
"My little one, let me tell you, the most delicious food in this county is all in my mansion, and the best cook is also in my mansion. No other mansion can compare!"
Wu Hua swallowed hard as she listened, and seemed even more affectionate towards the prefect.
Just as he was about to lean his little head against someone, he heard Yuan Lao's shout.
"Jiang Yao, put my grandson down!"
Wu Hua trembled at the sudden shout, and the prefect took the opportunity to hug her even tighter.
He even held his head high and shouted at Mr. Yuan with a self-righteous air: "What are you shouting for? You scared the child so much he was trembling! Is there any kind of grandfather like you?"
Old Yuan took Wu Hua from the prefect's arms.
"Did you get scared, little one? Grandpa didn't mean it! Don't be afraid!"
Qin Luo…
Why are they suddenly so close? Did people in ancient times recognize grandchildren so hastily? Is it because the Wu Hua is an auspicious beast?
Wu Hua pressed her soft little body even closer to Elder Yuan.
"Grandpa, I'm not afraid, I'm a man!"
Yuan Longping's heart! It felt like it had been struck by a violent blow.
"Wow! Yes, yes, yes! Our little guy is a real man!"
Before the grandfather and grandson could even get enough time to bond, the prefect came out and spoiled the mood.
"Elder Yuan, Xiao Luo and Zai Zai said they want to spend the New Year at the Prefect's Mansion!"
Upon hearing this, Elder Yuan looked at Qin Luo in disbelief. Qin Luo looked up at the roof and down at the ground, but dared not look at him.
He then looked at Wu Hua in his arms.
"Aren't Zaizai and Luoluo going back to Grandpa's house for the New Year? Grandpa has prepared a lot of food! The ox you gave Grandpa is waiting to be slaughtered and used for a whole ox feast on New Year's Day! We've even hired a chef from out of town!"
After hearing this, the prefect seemed to have finally caught him red-handed.
"Fine! Slaughtering oxen without permission is illegal, and you're even having a whole ox feast? Arrest them all!"
Yuan Lao rolled his eyes at him.
"Who told you it was a draft ox? It was a wild ox that my grandson had sent over. The meat was incredibly delicious!"
The prefect, unconvinced, started arguing with him.
"What's there to eat about bison? My mountain delicacies are rare finds. They're dug up from the mountains, soil and all, and are ready to be made into a mountain delicacy feast!"
"Tch, what's so great about a few lousy mushrooms? Can they compare to the bison my grandson gave me? You've probably never even had a bison feast!"
The two disregarded their status and pride, arguing until their faces were red.
Wu Hua was torn between the two options, her small face scrunched up in worry.
It turned its gaze to Qin Luo, silently asking her to come up with a solution!
It doesn't care who it offends; it's determined to eat all the delicacies and whole-beef feasts.
Qin Luo had no choice but to step in and smooth things over.
"Your Excellency, Prefect, Elder Yuan, how about this?"
The two stopped arguing upon hearing this.
"you say!"
"I'll have someone send over another wild buffalo. Elder Yuan, bring the chef who will prepare the whole buffalo feast, and we'll all go to the prefect's mansion to celebrate the New Year together. What do you two think?"
The prefect didn't speak first; in fact, he also quite wanted to enjoy a whole cow feast.
Mr. Yuan didn't want to eat mushrooms and was about to refuse when Wu Hua covered his mouth.
It brought its little mouth close to Yuan Lao's ear and whispered...
"Grandpa, let's not argue with him. You take your grandson and eat his family out of house and home. Maybe your grandson will eat them out of house and home!"
He had long heard about Wu Hua's large appetite; on the day of the auction, more than a dozen plates of pastries were delivered to the top-tier store.
There was also a much larger lunch than others, and it was all eaten up completely!
When Wu Hua saw that he didn't say anything, she thought he was unhappy.
The little hands affectionately cupped Mr. Yuan's face.
"Grandpa, my brother and I are still on our journey. You are all alone here, so please don't upset the prefect. Otherwise, I won't be able to leave in peace!"
After hearing what Wu Hua said, Yuan Lao felt there was no need to wait for the investigators to return, since it was his own grandson.
"Alright, alright, I promise you, we'll all go to the Prefect's Mansion for the New Year!"
Seeing that both of them had agreed, Qin Luo breathed a sigh of relief.
Then Mr. Yuan made another request.
"Since I have already promised you, you must also promise me one thing!"
Wu Hua and Qin Luo asked in unison, "What is it?"
"You two hurry up and pack your things and come home with me. We'll go to the banquet together on New Year's Eve!"
Qin Luo and Wu Hua exchanged a glance and nodded in agreement: "Okay!"
Then Qin Luo added, "But we have to go see a patient today, so we might be back later!"
Wu Hua chimed in, "That's right!"
Mr. Yuan did not stop him, but he was still somewhat worried.
"Then I'll send someone to follow you!"
Qin Luo immediately refused upon hearing this.
"No need, this family lives within Hanyun County, they won't be in danger!"
The prefect also chimed in.
"Old Yuan, how come you're getting bolder with age! In this prefecture, is there anyone who dares to mess with the young master of Wan Gu and a guest of honor at the prefectural governor's mansion? Do they think they have too much time on their hands?"
Old Yuan didn't respond to him, but just glared at him before looking at Qin Luo.
"Does the baby really have to come along? What can a little baby like that do?"
Wu Hua was displeased upon hearing this.
"Grandpa, you underestimate me. I'm really amazing. I've been helping Grandpa You save people since I was a kid!"
Elder Yuan looked at Qin Luo with some disbelief, and Qin Luo raised an eyebrow.
"That's right! Little one has saved many people!"
Upon receiving confirmation, Mr. Yuan was overjoyed.
"As expected of my grandson, Yuan Yong! He's still a baby and he's already saving lives! Hahaha~"
The prefect was both surprised and annoyed; it was truly rare for such a young child to be able to cure illnesses and save lives.
But why is it that he's Yuan Laosun's grandson, someone he already loses to in every way?
I originally wanted to get married and have children as soon as possible, so I could win a argument with him, but now it seems that's hopeless.
He bid a disappointed farewell to the group, turned and left the inn, got into his carriage and drove away.
Seeing his dejected state pleased Yuan Lao, and his eyes and brows were full of smiles.
Qin Luo couldn't help but ask him curiously.
"Old Yuan, why do you and the prefect seem like sworn enemies?"
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