lcionline Chapter 216 A Mistaken Encounter: Getting on the Wrong Bus
Chapter 216 A Mistaken Encounter: Getting on the Wrong Bus
The one-armed cripple grinned as he looked at the students who had gathered around him, saying, "Don't rush, don't rush, everyone gets a share!"
He skillfully opened the box, inside which were neatly arranged boxes of food, steaming hot, the aroma instantly filling the school.
The students eagerly took the food and returned to their seats to wolf it down.
The aroma filled the air, making Jiangbei swallow his saliva countless times.
Also, what kind of industry is this "starving food delivery"? How come he's never heard of it?
After distributing the food to the other students, the remaining soldiers carried their boxes to Da Niu's seat and kept taking food out of them.
"Young master, this is sauerkraut dumplings, jianbing guozi (Chinese crepes), pork chops, rice tofu, and small fried fish..."
Jiangbei was stunned to see huge portions of food laid out one by one on the oil paper that Da Niu had spread out.
Jiang Bei clicked his tongue in amazement, nudged Da Niu beside him, and whispered, "Da Niu, the scale of each meal is too big. How can one person finish it all?"
Da Niu chuckled, scratched his head, and explained, "Uncle, I practice martial arts, so I have a big appetite."
Besides, my dad said that you need to be well-fed to have the energy to study, and I'm still growing!
Besides, this food isn't just for me; there's also some for you and the teacher.
At this moment, Jiang Bei realized that the teacher who had brought hot water earlier had not left, but was sitting to the side, already eating heartily with chopsticks in hand!
Da Niu handed a pair of chopsticks to Jiang Bei, "Uncle, please try this. It's food from my family's restaurant. You haven't tried it before, have you?"
Jiang Bei hesitated for a moment before taking the chopsticks. Looking at the sumptuous meal on the table, he was filled with gratitude: "Da Niu, this is too much trouble for you."
Da Niu waved his hand dismissively: "Uncle, don't be so formal! We're family, so please eat as much as you like."
At this point, Da Niu leaned down and whispered to Jiang Bei, "My father also said that the teacher should eat and drink well so that he can properly teach me."
This is called "he who takes a man's money is bound to him, he who eats a man's food is bound to him," commonly known as "bribery."
Jiang Bei's lips twitched; he felt that his older cousin's way of teaching Da Niu was rather "extraordinary"...
He blankly picked up a small fried fish and put it in his mouth.
The moment it enters your mouth, the crispy skin and tender flesh of the fried fish burst on your tongue, mixed with the perfect aroma of the seasonings, making Jiang Bei's eyes light up.
"Yes, this tastes really good!" he exclaimed sincerely.
Upon seeing this, Da Niu laughed even more heartily: "Of course! The food my dad researches is absolutely delicious!"
Uncle, please eat more. From now on, whenever you come to the academy to seek instruction from my master, I'll take care of all your meals.
After all, his own uncle was a scholar.
The two teachers at the school were also scholars, and they were not capable of teaching Jiangbei.
Only Yu Mengmeng, a scholar who had passed the imperial examination, could personally take the stage and serve as the teacher in Jiangbei.
The scholar didn't need to attend classes every day; he only needed to come to the school every seven days to seek Yu Mengmeng's guidance.
Jiang Bei was deeply moved, never expecting his maternal family to treat him so well; he had no way to repay this kindness.
He could only study harder in the future, make a name for himself, and repay the kindness of his cousin Lin's family.
Da Niu smiles so brightly now, but cries so bitterly when he gets home at night.
After all, Jiangbei stayed by his side day and night as he did his homework and studied, burning the midnight oil together.
Da Niu was filled with regret. He had thought he would have endless fun with his uncle at school, but who knew that Jiangbei would be like a ruthless "tutoring supervisor".
During the day, he was nagged by the teacher at school, and at night he had to study hard by Jiang Bei when he got home. Even his favorite thing, checking the accounts for his mother and using the abacus that was smoking, could only be left to gather dust in the corner.
As the two were talking, the teacher finished eating. He wiped his mouth with a handkerchief, stood up, and said, "Alright, students, I'll give you another half an incense stick's time to rest, and then we'll continue the lesson."
After saying that, he poured himself a cup of tea from the teapot next to him, drank it down in one gulp, and then went out of the school to walk around and digest his food.
Jiang Bei looked at the food still mostly on the table and nudged Da Niu's arm. "Da Niu, there's still so much left. Put it away before class starts."
Da Niu waved his hand, "No need, just leave it here. I get hungry quickly from practicing martial arts, so I eat while I'm in class!"
Jiang Bei's eyes widened, and he said in astonishment, "Eating while attending class? How can that be allowed? Won't the teacher scold us?"
"And the smell is so enticing, it's hard to concentrate in class if I smell it."
After saying that, Jiang Bei smacked his lips twice. It was truly the first time he had ever tasted something so delicious, and he was left wanting more!
Da Niu chuckled, revealing a set of big white teeth: "Don't worry, Uncle, Master knows I have a big appetite!"
And I'll move quietly and make no noise, so it won't disturb anyone.
As for the taste, that's why I sat in the last row!
If the wind blows from the front, the aroma won't fill the room!
Jiangbei: ...
He thought the classroom system was like the one in Shixing City, where classes were assigned based on family background. Turns out, it was all for the convenience of eating during class?!
This... completely overturned his understanding...
At this moment, the Master walked in, ready to begin his lesson.
Jiang Bei also stood up to take his leave.
As you approach the door, the sound of students reading aloud fills the school.
Looking inside from Jiangbei, he saw the teacher standing in the middle of the classroom, ensuring that every student could hear his teaching clearly.
It seems that Da Niu is indeed receiving "special" care from the Master.
That put his mind at ease.
He hurried to the entrance of the county government office, saw the carriage, assumed it belonged to the village, and climbed straight in.
Upon entering the carriage, Jiang Bei saw a wealthy young lady sitting inside.
He was stunned. "This...this is the carriage going to Wangyue Village?"
Qian Yun was startled by Jiang Bei's sudden intrusion. Hearing his question, she nodded, "Yes, we're going to Wangyue Village."
Jiang Bei understood; after all, there were three horse-drawn carriages in the village, and everyone, men and women, rode together, so he didn't pay much attention.
Qian Yun thought Jiang Bei would get off, but unexpectedly, Jiang Bei politely cupped his hands in greeting and plopped down on the corner of the carriage.
Qian Yun, who traveled all over the country and had an unconventional personality, didn't pay any attention.
It wouldn't be unreasonable for the villagers of Wangyue Village to give him a ride.
Judging from his clothes, he does look like a scholar.
Qian Yun's interest was piqued. "This young master looks unfamiliar. He doesn't seem to be a villager from Wangyue Village."
Jiang Bei quickly cupped his hands in greeting again, "Miss has a good eye. I am indeed not a resident of Wangyue Village. I only recently moved here!"
"Oh, so your family is registered in Wangyue Village? Do you have relatives there?"
Wangyue Village is now the most sought-after place in the entire Pingyao County!
Those with daughters wished they could all marry into Wangyue Village. Those without daughters, on the other hand, longed to marry a daughter from Wangyue Village!
Because the dowry and betrothal gifts in Wangyue Village are not only generous, but the whole family also has work and money!