Huang Ye arrived at the Huang family's house when things were in complete chaos.
It was because of his arrival that Huang Lao Er escaped a disaster.
Although he was hit a few times, it was just a drizzle for him, who was thick-skinned and tough.
Of course, it's hard to say what will happen if things continue like this.
Although Grandpa Jiang is old, he is an experienced farmer who has spent his whole life farming and is not lacking in strength.
The moment Jiang Nuan saw the yellow leaves, she realized that seven days had passed in the blink of an eye.
"Huang Ye, how well do you recognize characters?"
"I have successfully fulfilled my master's mission!"
What did Xiao Si teach you?
"In these seven days, we only learned the Three Character Classic."
Huang Ye's bloodshot eyes were filled with a scorching light.
He was completely different from the lifeless young man he used to be.
He always believed that as long as he was given a chance, even with both legs broken, he could create a future.
These seven days made him realize the matter more clearly.
“That’s already very good,” Jiang Nuan said, taking out a brush, ink, paper and inkstone. “Write down the first sixteen lines and the last sixteen lines of the Three Character Classic from memory so I can see them.”
After giving the items to him, Jiang Nuan left the space to her apprentice.
In the courtyard, everyone was discussing the yellow leaves.
"The mistress," Old Master Jiang began, "what's the situation with the child inside?"
Everything was fine when I came last time, how come there's suddenly an extra apprentice?
“His name is Huang Ye. He is my mother’s apprentice. She just took him in, so my grandfather doesn’t know about him.”
"Someone actually wants to become your mother's disciple?"
The old man's mood was somewhat complicated.
Only a mother knows her own daughter; she's a real handful.
Although things have changed a lot recently, he still can't quite believe it. In the blink of an eye, this girl has become someone else's master.
"What do you mean by that, Grandpa?" Huang Xiaosan asked, somewhat unhappy. "Mom is very capable. Many people want to become her apprentices, but she's not willing to accept any."
For a while, several groups of people came to my door every day under various pretexts.
My family was impatient and wouldn't let me over, so I finally got some peace and quiet.
"Really?" Old Master Jiang murmured in puzzlement, "So many people's eyes are covered up?"
What should I learn from my daughter?
Is it a scam or a waste of money?
Tsk tsk...
I just can't figure it out!
"What nonsense are you talking about?" Old Mrs. Jiang threw the walnuts she was about to eat at him. "What's wrong with my daughter? She's filial and capable. It's Huang Ye's good fortune that she can become his apprentice. Do you think my daughter would accept just any ugly duckling?"
If her daughter hadn't already taken in a man, she would have stopped her from doing so.
No matter what, you can't hire an apprentice who can't walk. Wouldn't that just cause you trouble?
However, the rice had already turned into porridge, so even if one was not satisfied, one could only accept it.
"Yes, yes, you're right," Grandpa Jiang rubbed his head and grinned, "Your daughter is the most capable and talented, alright?"
“Why do you say that?” Old Mrs. Jiang walked over, hands on her hips. “Tell me, what did my daughter do to offend you? Why are you being so sarcastic?”
“No, you misheard,” Grandpa Jiang stood up. “I was praising her. I suddenly remembered that there are still some things to tidy up in the backyard. I’ll go take a look.”
After saying that, he simply vanished.
A shrew in the house is not to be trifled with!
"You old geezer, you're quick on your feet," Old Mrs. Jiang snorted coldly, angrily returning to her previous position.
Old Mrs. Huang very perceptively handed her a cup of tea, saying, "Have some water, calm down. Men are all like this, each one more cunning than the last."
"I'm sorry to have made you laugh, old lady," Grandma Jiang said, taking a sip of tea before speaking. "That old man just doesn't appreciate what he has. Sigh!"
"My husband is the same way, he just messes around all day long."
"That's why it's tough being a woman. Not only do we have to manage the whole family, but we also have to keep an eye on the men to prevent them from acting recklessly."
"That's right, that really resonated with me..."
The two old ladies became more and more excited as they talked, completely forgetting what had happened before.
"Ha, that's what women are like," Huang Xiaosan said with a sneer.
"Shh, keep your voice down," Boss Huang said in a low voice, "Don't let them hear."
The two old ladies were practically above the two old men; if they wanted to discipline their grandson, they had no choice but to accept their fate.
“I think that makes a lot of sense,” Huang Lao Er retorted. “Isn’t the point of getting married to have someone keep an eye on you so you don’t make mistakes?”
Without a wife, he would have made countless mistakes.
These words left the two brothers with mixed feelings.
Having such a useless brother, I really don't know if it's a good thing or a bad thing!
It's one thing to rely on your wife to make decisions, but to be proud of it instead of feeling ashamed? Is this something to be proud of?
Where is the dignity of these men?
After a long silence, Huang Xiaosan finally spoke, "As long as Second Brother is happy!"
“Yes, as long as you’re happy,” the eldest brother patted his younger brother on the shoulder and said earnestly, “It’s not shameful!”
"Of course I'd love to," Huang Lao Er grinned foolishly. "My wife is exceptionally good."
This isn't my brother!
The two brothers had the same thought in their minds at the same time.
He looked at Huang Lao Er with eyes full of disdain.
After exchanging a glance, they made an excuse and slipped away, just like Grandpa Jiang.
In the hall, Huang Ye handed the dictated words to Jiang Nuan, anxiously awaiting her guidance.
Jiang Nuan took the paper and glanced through it, somewhat surprised.
She thought that a beginner's handwriting should be crooked and messy, but Huang Ye's handwriting, while not exactly beautiful, didn't resemble that of a beginner. The strokes were straight and even, but the thickness varied because of the way she used the brush.
After a careful inspection, there wasn't a single typo or misspelling.
That's already quite good.
“Not bad,” Jiang Nuan did not deny her apprentice. “To have achieved this much in just seven days shows that you have taken my instructions to heart and put in a lot of hard work.”
"Master, you flatter me. I only did what I should do."
“No need to be modest, you deserve these words,” Jiang Nuan said after a pause. “You’ve passed the entrance exam. Let’s find an auspicious day for you to become an apprentice. Go back first, and I’ll have someone notify you once the date is chosen.”
"Yes," Huang Ye's voice was somewhat excited, "Disciple is waiting at home for Master's news."
Although I had long guessed that my master would take me in, I still couldn't suppress my joy when I actually confirmed the news.
Starting today, he can finally emerge from the mire.
After being injured, he became useless and a burden, and his life fell into an abyss. Others despised him, and he despised himself even more.
Now, finally, there is a glimmer of hope.
Even if the chances are slim, it's worth pursuing with all your might.
Beside her, Huang Ye's wife's eyes were red with emotion.
He knelt down decisively and resolutely, and kowtowed three times.
“Master, we, your husband and I, will remember your great kindness and virtue for the rest of our lives and repay you by serving you like an ox or a horse.”
"Get up quickly," Jiang Nuan pulled him up, "A teacher for a day is a father for life. From now on, I am your elder. We are family, so there is no need for formalities."
"Yes, we're all family," Huang Ye's wife said, wiping her eyes sheepishly. "I'm sorry to have made Master laugh."
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