The wicked sister-in-law is in charge; meals include fish and shrimp.

Chapter 302 Finding Wu Ya Zi

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After arriving in the prefectural city, Wen Luozhi and her group went straight to the small courtyard they had rented before.

Because there are still many things to do, Wen Zijin also needs a place to stay while studying in the prefectural city.

After thinking it over, Wen Luozhi bought the small courtyard, along with the several empty rooms next door.

When they arrived at the restaurant, Songzi and her siblings were cleaning. When they saw Wen Luozhi, Songzi almost burst into tears.

"Sister Luo Zhi!"

He dropped the broom and rushed to the door, looking as if he were seeing a long-lost relative.

"Not bad, it didn't disappoint me and Boss Yan." Wen Luozhi couldn't help but praise the spotless tables and chairs.

Once inside the restaurant, she handed a set of keys to Songzi. "I've already bought the old courtyard. Aren't there a few empty rooms next door?"

Songzi nodded. The landlord had told him before that he couldn't rent out those empty rooms and was very worried.

Wen Luozhi continued, "I've already bought it. You guys can live there from now on."

Songzi suddenly became stunned, staring at the key in her hand, unsure whether to take it or not.

With the boss back, they had no reason to stay in the courtyard anymore, but they didn't have the money to go anywhere else.

It doesn't matter that he's older, but his younger siblings are still small and shouldn't be exposed to the elements.

They've been taking advantage of us for too long, and if this continues...

Songzi pursed her lips and hesitated to take it.

Just as Wen Luozhi's hands were getting tired, Yan Che snatched the keys and shoved them into Songzi's hand, pretending to be fierce, saying, "You think we're letting you stay for free? Dream on!"

"The rent will be deducted from your wages!"

Songzi wiped her eyes hard, almost bursting into tears, but not because she was scared by Yan Che.

He gripped the keys tightly, his eyes more determined than ever before. "Don't worry, bosses," he said, "I will definitely lead my younger siblings to work hard."

They not only had a place to live, but also a way to earn money.

They won't have to be beggars anymore; a wonderful life is about to begin.

Knowing that they would have a home from now on, Xiaochun worked even harder, and Yanche was afraid that he would sweep a hole in the ground.

After arranging for the chefs they brought, they discussed how the restaurant would open in two days.

After asking the teacher next door for his address, Wen Luozhi and her brother Wen Zijin bought many presentable items.

Seeing the large bags and packages in their hands, the wine shop owner sighed and said, "Girls, you're buying so much for nothing."

He had forgotten to tell these young men that their eccentric teacher didn't like these things.

Wen Luozhi asked a few questions, but upon learning that the teacher had an eccentric temperament, she didn't say anything.

It's not surprising that a capable person can be strange, no matter how eccentric they are.

Tomorrow she'll see just how strange it really is.

Wen Zijin thought of the letter Su Xian had given him, hesitated several times but ultimately did not take it out.

The next day, the brother and sister drove their carriage to the place the wine shop owner had mentioned.

Wen Luozhi got out of the car and looked around at the surroundings, thinking to herself, "No one who isn't strange would live in a place like this."

The surrounding area was full of bare trees, with only the occasional bird call.

It's alright during the day, but isn't it too creepy at night?

She couldn't help but rub her arms, while Wen Zijing nodded beside her, "There are quite a lot of trees; the scenery must be beautiful in spring."

Wen Luozhi: ...I don't understand.

The carriage stopped in one place, and the two of them, carrying their belongings, followed the directions given by the wine shop owner to find the thatched house in the big forest.

When they reached a downhill section of road, two people dressed in brocade robes walked towards them.

"I've been telling you to study hard every day, but you just won't listen!"

A middle-aged man with a protruding belly was scolding a young man next to him; the two appeared to be father and son.

As the middle-aged man passed by the brother and sister, he let out a cold snort.

Hmph, just by looking at the things these two are carrying, I can tell they're going to find Wu Ya Zi to become his apprentice.

Haha, they don't even know the most basic things. They'll end up like them, getting kicked out in no time.

Wen Luozhi found him really inexplicable, but she found it funny to see the young man shrinking his neck like a turtle.

Finally, they saw the thatched hut. The brother and sister exchanged a glance, feeling somewhat uneasy.

Along their journey, they encountered at least eight or ten people, all of whom were talking about Wu Yazi.

They said he was difficult and unreasonable.

Some people even said that they had knelt down, but that ungrateful old man still refused to accept them as his disciples.

Before the two even reached the courtyard gate, a slightly weary voice came from inside, "It's getting late, let's go back."

Wu Yazi, sitting in the courtyard, rubbed his temples with a headache. These young men were really annoying after most of the day had passed.

He hadn't even eaten breakfast and had to deal with them, why are they still coming now that it's already noon?

What should he eat for lunch? He thought and thought, but all he knew how to cook was plain porridge.

But he ate porridge for all three meals yesterday, and his mouth had no taste.

Hungry and unable to cook well, Wu Yazi's voice was tinged with resentment.

Wen Zijin turned to look at her younger sister beside her. Wen Luozhi shrugged. "Even the teacher needs to eat, and I'm hungry too."

It's probably around 1 p.m. now, and I've already finished eating at home.

We can't let this trip be in vain. We'll wait until this strange old man has eaten and rested before we shamelessly tease him.

Wen Luozhi was incredibly glad she had brought instant food. She laid out the picnic blanket, took out the heating box, poured in water, and heated up the food.

The water boiled, and the aroma of various fast food dishes wafted out, naturally drifting into the yard.

Wu Yazi paused in his rice-scooping motion, then took a deep sniff and inhaled deeply.

It smells so good! It must be not far from my home.

He's going to see what it is!

Wu Yazi hurriedly put down the basket in his hand and followed the fragrance out. When he stepped out of the courtyard, he was completely stunned by the scene in front of him.

Two young people were eating right in front of his yard... they actually started eating right in front of his yard!

Wen Luozhi paused in her bite of beef, her mind momentarily blank. She picked up a piece and asked, "Would you like some?"

Wu Yazi was so angry he almost fell over. In the past, many people who came to seek his teachings would eat here, but they would keep their distance for fear of disturbing him.

These two young men are really something, they actually ate right in front of his house!

He snorted coldly, glanced at the strange but fragrant things, and said irritably, "Finish eating and leave, don't bother me."

After saying that, his eyes lingered on the picnic blanket for a moment, then he turned and went back to the yard without looking back.

Wen Zijin sighed softly, while Wen Luozhi giggled with immense joy.

"Brother, are you going to eat these tiger-skin chicken feet?"

"It was piping hot, and the meat fell right off the bone when I put it in my mouth."

"And these boneless duck feet are so sour and spicy, they're really appetizing! You should eat them!"

"and this"

……

She spoke incredibly loudly, and Wu Yazi inside couldn't help but lick his lips.

Hmph, it smells good, but how delicious can it be?!

His porridge is so much better—it's light and easy on the stomach! Those other things sound greasy just from the name.