With the recruitment settled, Cheng Yue went to the county town with Chen An the next day.
First, they sent Chen Lin, Lai Xing, Lai Wang, Zhao Changyong, and Zhang Shaowen to the shop, and then took the pastries to Liang Hongyu to inquire about the shop.
Upon hearing that it was about building a house, Liang Hongyu immediately offered her congratulations, "Sister, congratulations! Building a house is a big deal. Not only do you have to choose a good date, but there are also many other things to consider!"
I heard from my mother-in-law that when my second uncle was building his house, he didn't believe in this and started using a pickaxe before the auspicious time, which resulted in several years of bad luck.
He always seemed to get sick for no reason, and the doctors couldn't cure him. Finally, they had to find a master to cure him. It's really bizarre!
Cheng Yue remained noncommittal; some things are just hard to say and can't be explained.
She prefers to believe it rather than not, even if she feels fine, she still feels uncomfortable when others keep saying it.
Having reverence in one's heart is better than anything else.
Indeed, the end of science is metaphysics...
Liang Hongyu was born in the county town and was a know-it-all; there was nothing she didn't know.
They immediately introduced me to a master, saying he was truly skilled and would seek out anyone for any matter, big or small, and importantly, his prices were reasonable.
Since the wine shop was busy this time, Liang Hongyu didn't go with them. Cheng Yue and Chen An went to the house following the address, but no one was home. They then asked around and ended up in a secluded alley.
Well, this gentleman isn't very good-looking. He has a lot of eyebrows and a beard, so you can't even see his facial features. His clothes are dusty and even a bit sloppy. He's leaning back in a rocking chair with his eyes closed, resting.
The small table in front of me was bare, with nothing on it, except for a flag that could be stuck next to it.
If it weren't for trusting Liang Hongyu, Cheng Yue would have thought that this was definitely a down-on-his-luck charlatan.
However, judging people by their appearance is definitely wrong; ability isn't written on one's face.
Turning her head, she saw Chen An with a strange expression. "What's wrong with you? What's with that expression?"
Chen An hesitated, "Did we get the wrong person? This person, he..."
Unexpectedly, the person I was asking about turned out to be an old acquaintance!
"What's wrong with him? Is there a problem?"
Just then, the old man spoke up, "Sneaking around like that, get to the point, it's you two, why aren't you back yet!"
Cheng Yue looked to the far right, but there was no one there. Was she talking about the two of them?
This time it was her turn to be surprised. The old man hadn't even opened his eyes, and they were still half an alley away. His voice was so soft. It was amazing!
Cheng Yue tugged at Chen An and walked up to the old man, whispering, "Master, we've heard you're very skilled, so we specifically asked you to choose an auspicious day for building a house."
The old man then slightly opened his eyes, glanced at Chen An, and said, "The ninth day of the fifth month, at exactly 9:00 AM."
Cheng Yue: "..." This old man blurted out without even thinking?
And his way of speaking is so unique, he just keeps spouting out four-word phrases at a time, that's really something!
"Thank you, Master. How will you accept this silver?"
The date has been agreed upon, and although it's a bit perfunctory, the money can't be withheld.
The master said, "It has already been paid, there is no need to pay again!"
Cheng Yue was completely bewildered. When was it given to her? How come she didn't know?
Chen An winked at Cheng Yue. Based on their tacit understanding over the past few months, Cheng Yue knew exactly what he meant. He was saying that the old man couldn't be trusted.
But Liang Hongyu couldn't possibly lie to them! Could it be that she just asked around and the person gave her the wrong answer?
The old man squinted and pointed at Chen An, saying, "A guilty conscience needs no accuser."
Chen An quickly waved his hand, "A-Yue, I didn't do anything..."
Cheng Yue was in a real bind; Chen An's expression definitely indicated that something was wrong!
"Tell me, what's going on? I felt you were acting strange just now."
Knowing he couldn't hide it any longer, Chen An pulled Cheng Yue aside and resignedly said, "A Yue, I know this person. I deliberately asked someone to say that the old house had bad feng shui. It was him."
My father passed away then, and my mother and her family treated me badly. I always thought that I would separate from the family and live independently after I got married.
That day I went to town and happened to run into this man. He stopped me on his own initiative, and I gave him ten copper coins to tell my mother and older brother that the feng shui of the old house was bad and would harm their descendants...
I didn't tell you about this because I was afraid you'd think I was overthinking things and wouldn't like me. Aside from this, I've never lied to you about anything else!
The man said he had some great opportunity, which was why he was willing to help him. Over the years, he had almost forgotten about it, but now he had run into it again.
But what kind of master could someone be who would take money to lie for him?
Still trying to hide it from her? She'd already figured it out! Chen An isn't even married yet and he's already planning to separate the family? What's wrong with his head?
Regardless, people with clear minds are likable, and that deserves praise.
Cheng Yue laughed and said, "That's not called being scheming, that's called having foresight. They treat you badly, so what's wrong with you planning for yourself? I like it!"
Chen An had been cautiously observing Cheng Yue's expression, fearing she might be unhappy, but unexpectedly she confessed her feelings for him. His face immediately flushed. Why was Cheng Yue so direct?
"Ah Yue, what about this master?"
Before Cheng Yue could speak, the master behind her coughed lightly and said, "Boy, wasn't it true that you had a great opportunity? Then who is beside you? Doesn't that count as a great opportunity?"
How dare you doubt his abilities and distrust him? That won't do!
If it weren't for the fact that Chen An was extraordinary, I wouldn't have been willing to help him back then. Besides, the feng shui of that old house is excellent, and it should nourish people together.
But the family living there was filthy and had dirtied the place, so he wouldn't feel comfortable until they were removed.
Chen An was stunned for a moment, then suddenly it dawned on him that the master had indeed said something, but he hadn't taken it seriously.
Ah Yue was his destiny!
If she could predict this accurately, how could she not predict an auspicious time? Cheng Yue had no doubts at all now.
So, even masters can't just say four words. Was he just pretending to be profound?
Chen An immediately bowed respectfully to the master, "Thank you, Master!"
The master waved his hand, "No need for that, it was nothing, go back!"
After saying that, he closed his eyes to rest, rocking back and forth in his rocking chair, looking quite content.
Since she didn't want to talk anymore, Cheng Yue could only pull Chen An away. Chen An said, "But we haven't paid the money yet."
Cheng Yue smiled, "The master said you paid, which should refer to the ten coins. As for his help to you, it must have been voluntary."
"That should be it."
Chen An felt a little embarrassed after speaking. He had just thought that the master was a swindler, but he didn't expect that the master was actually kind-hearted.
He was being a bit petty.
"We've already chosen the date, and since we're free right now, let's go see Xiao Jun. After tomorrow, you can focus on training your apprentices without having to travel back and forth."
At this point, Cheng Yue slapped her forehead, "Look, I almost forgot again. I want to hire someone to deliver goods."
Chen An immediately agreed, "Okay!"
He wasn't going with them, and Chen Lin was also at the shop. Xiao Tong and Xiao Ning were both daughters, so he wouldn't feel comfortable having them with him. Finding someone to deliver the goods was the most suitable option.
Cheng Yue smiled and said, "Alright, I'll ask when I get back. If it's only one delivery a day, ten coins should be enough."
Although delivering only once isn't tiring, the journey is long, taking half a day round trip, and the ten coins are neither too much nor too little.
Chen An nodded, "We'll have to provide our own carriage, and ten coins is a lot of money. I'm sure many people will be willing."
The two walked and discussed, then went to a shop to get some braised snacks and pastries, and bought some paper before heading to Qingfeng Academy together.
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