Even if humans are unwell, they may still be able to continue working or studying because of responsibility or other reasons, but animals are different. Once they get sick, they will immediately show signs of lethargy.
If there were something wrong with the mule, it certainly wouldn't be so energetic.
Perhaps he's overthinking it.
After all, he's Wu Wenhua's cousin, and given their seemingly good relationship, he shouldn't be trying to deceive him.
But just in case, he pulled Jiang Wuwen aside and asked softly, "Brother Wenhua, is the mule seller your cousin?"
"Yes, he's my uncle's eldest son."
"What's your relationship like with this cousin? Do you know him well?"
Wu Wenhua paused for a moment, then nodded subconsciously. "It's alright, they're all brothers. As for understanding him, since he's been traveling all over the country selling livestock, I can't say I completely understand him, but I can't say I don't understand him either... So, boss, do you think there's something wrong with him?"
Wang Tianxiao looked at the mule again, and Wu Jianye happened to be looking in his direction as well, and gave him a chuckle.
"I can't quite put my finger on it," Wang Tianxiao shook his head. "I'm not very knowledgeable about mules, but I feel this mule is a bit too active. Are all mules like that?"
"That's how they are. Mules are like that by nature; they can't stay still for long. I just examined the mule closely, and it's full of energy, so there shouldn't be any problems."
"Are you sure? Mules aren't cheap."
Upon hearing this, Wu Wenhua told Wang Tianxiao to wait a moment. He then went over and chatted with Wu Jianye for a while before running back. "I've confirmed with my cousin that the mule is fine."
"Okay, then there's no problem."
Next, some bargaining was done regarding the price of the mule.
Wang Tianxiao thought it would take some effort, but the negotiation process turned out to be quite simple.
According to his previous inquiry at the market, a mature mule like this would cost at least 300 yuan. However, when Wu Jianye asked for 300 yuan and he asked for 250 yuan, there was almost no resistance. Wu Jianye then sold the mule to him on the grounds that they were acquaintances.
After selling everything, he didn't chat much with Wu Wenhua and quickly left, citing other matters.
Wang Tianxiao immediately felt that something was wrong.
He looked at the mule again; the fellow was still quite energetic and didn't look sick at all.
Therefore, it was not appropriate for him to repeatedly speak ill of his brother in front of Wu Wenhua.
Since the money had already been paid, there was no point in thinking about it anymore. Wang Tianxiao asked Wu Wenhua to lead the mule back to the depot, while he went back first with the grain.
According to a rough estimate, it was about seven or eight miles from Qingquan Town to the station. Even if he walked slowly, it would take about two hours to get there. However, Wang Tianxiao waited until dark, but Wu Wenhua still hadn't arrived.
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