In the main hall, Madam Lan was sitting at the Eight Immortals Table when she heard a noise coming from outside:
"Is it the third brother who has arrived?"
"It's him! But I didn't let him in!" Mr. Wu bowed to the old lady and replied.
"You two have grown up together as brothers! If there's anything wrong, just tell us! You two are the only ones left in the Lan family!"
Hearing the regret in the old lady's words, Master Wu swallowed what he wanted to say and replied, "I will!"
The past was vivid in his mind, and Uncle Wu couldn't help but recall his and his third brother's childhood.
"Third brother, I have an exam tomorrow. If I don't do well, will my godfather abandon me?" A six-year-old boy, curled up in the quilt, asked anxiously to his seven-year-old brother next to him.
His elder brother held him in his arms, patted his back and said soothingly, "What are you afraid of? Don't you still have your elder brother here? Don't worry, as long as your elder brother is stuttering, you will be there too!"
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"Third brother, you clearly scored 100 points, why did you lie to godfather and say you scored 80 points?"
"Because you got 90 points! You just arrived, if you get the highest score, Godfather will definitely not be willing to let you leave."
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"Third brother, Xingxing is missing! I took her out. I just wanted to buy her some candied haws, and she disappeared! Am I going to be kicked out of the Lan family? I'm so scared~"
"Don't be afraid! If your godfather and godmother ask you about it, just tell them that I was the one who took Xingxing out! Remember?"
"I don't want that! Then Third Brother will be kicked out!"
"You're so stupid! Third brother grew up in the Lan family. You know how much my godparents love me! Don't worry, Third brother will be fine!"
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Coming back to his senses, Master Wu sighed: Life is unpredictable. How could two people who were obviously good friends at the beginning end up like this!
Tang's mother knew that Wen Guoer and Tang Zhan were going to the city, so she got up early the next morning and prepared a full jar of sauerkraut.
"Guo'er, this is the pickled cabbage I made for your aunt. Don't forget to take it with you and Lao Si later! Your aunt is really looking forward to it!"
"I see, mother! Is there anything we need at home? We can bring it back together."
"What could our family lack..." Before Tang's mother finished speaking, she thought of something and changed her words.
"If you can find some cotton, buy some! It's just the beginning of winter, and the kids are growing fast, so we need to make more cotton clothes! And the cotton pads need to be changed more often, too."
"Okay! I'll take note."
Wen Guoer knew that besides food, cotton was the most scarce commodity during this period, especially in winter.
Thinking of the quilts and military coats in the space warehouse, Wen Guoer's mind became active again.
"Wife, everything is ready, let's go!"
Without thinking too much, Wen Guoer went back to the house, kissed each of the three little babies on their pink and tender faces, and then walked out of the house, looking back every few steps.
Only after becoming a mother did I realize that a mother’s heart is always tied to her children!
"Wife, where do you want to go today?" Tang Zhan started the car, took the steering wheel, and waited for his wife's instructions.
"First, let's go to the Imperial City, then go shopping in the department store, and finally go back to see grandpa."
"Okay!"
Tang Zhan memorized the route arranged by his wife and drove out of the compound.
The two first came to Master Wu's seventh courtyard.
Tang Zhan parked the car, opened the door for his young wife, and used his hands to support the roof to help her get out of the car.
Wen Guoer was very satisfied with the man's attentive service! She thought to herself, "Those who are attentive cannot be taught, and those who are not attentive cannot be taught!"
In their previous life, the driver in their family had to undergo professional training to be able to do this.
Wen Guoer walked to the back row and took out two bottles of health wine from the things prepared for her grandfather and held them in her hands.
Tang Zhan saw it and quickly stepped forward to take it! With him around, how could he let his wife carry things?
"Wife, is this the place? Why does it feel a little strange?"
Tang Zhan was a little surprised. It was obvious that this place was not for ordinary people to live in! He was a little confused. Why did his wife come here?
Wen Guoer heard it and followed his gaze towards the door.
There was no change in the surroundings, but unlike usual, there were two big men in black standing on each side of the gate.
Wen Guoer walked forward and said to one of the big men, "I'm here to see Master Wu. Let me know!"
This big man happened to be in the hospital that day, following Master Wu! He knew that Master Wu knew the girl in front of him! He replied very respectfully:
"Please wait a moment!" he said as he went into the hospital to report.
"Are you cold?" Tang Zhan held his wife's small hand against his chest to keep her warm.
Wen Guoer leaned closer to him!
This man is like a little stove. It’s so comfortable to have him around in winter!
Soon, the big man in black ran out panting and led them inside.
This was Tang Zhan's first time in Master Wu's courtyard. No matter how calm he was, he couldn't help but slow down his pace and take a few more glances.
Wen Guoer couldn't help but sigh in her heart again! What a wonderful house!
In winter, although there are fewer green leaves to decorate the scenery, the pavilions and towers are more solemn and have a unique flavor.
"Girl, are you finally able to go out?"
Mr. Wu was already standing at the door to greet her, and his tone became increasingly intimate.
"Today is my first time traveling far away, and I'm here to visit Master Wu! It's just a small token of my appreciation!" Wen Guoer handed the health-preserving wine she brought to Master Wu.
Master Wu took it, glanced at it, and said with a smile: "This wine of yours must be extraordinary, right?"
"Master Wu, you have good eyesight! This is the health-promoting wine I mixed. As for its efficacy, you will know it after you drink it!"
After several encounters, Master Wu no longer dared to underestimate her abilities and even her strength! He knew that anything that could make this little girl give it to him must be extraordinary.
"Then I would like to thank you for this great gift!"
Wen Guoer knew very well the effect of this wine, so she looked up and smiled, without any intention of being modest.
"Who is this?"
As soon as the two entered the room, Master Wu noticed the man next to the little girl! Although he was dressed in casual clothes, he had the blood of a veteran on the battlefield.
When Wen Guoer heard him ask, she looked at the man beside her with affection and introduced him generously: "My husband! Tang Zhan."
Tang Zhan's expression remained normal and he nodded to Mr. Wu as a courtesy.
"The little girl has good taste!" Master Wu looked at him and praised.
"I heard that Master Wu was looking for me. Is there something wrong?"
Wen Guoer doesn't like others commenting on her man, so she goes straight to the point and states her intention.
"You put in so much effort last time. It would be unreasonable if the higher-ups didn't show any appreciation at all! I've asked for a reward for you. I think you'd like it."
As Master Wu spoke, he winked at the man in black next to him.
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