Chapter 3, Yang Erlang (Part 1)

However, I also forgot about you, my dear brother... Otherwise, I could find someone sensible to come over and sell these two lowly maidservants, so that you could live a bit more comfortably

Yang Shouwen looked at him and suddenly asked, "Yang Rui, what are you here for?"

In Yang Shouwen's words, the little girl said cheerfully: "The young lady is the most well-behaved; today she even helped her mother wash her brother's clothes"

In the past, his mind was unclear, and he could not remember many things, which is why he always referred to her as "Auntie," even forgetting the original name of the Yang family.

Yang is a very diligent woman who cleans the room every day

Reborn after seventeen years, although these seventeen years were spent in a daze, wasting precious time, they also allowed Yang Shouwen to experience a different kind of joy. Yang Chenglie did not think highly of him, but his grandfather regarded him as a treasure.

Practicing martial arts, training in combat, herding cattle, listening to grandfather tell stories

Yang Shouwen was holding a little girl in his arms, who appeared to be around eight or nine years old. She had her hair styled in two buns, and her small face was rosy, resembling a ripe apple, making her extremely adorable. This little girl was named Yang Nuan, with her nickname being You Niang. She had no blood relation to Yang Shouwen; rather, she was the daughter of the family cook, and Yang Shouwen could be said to have watched her grow up since childhood

Before Yang Shouwen could speak, the young man interjected: "Elder brother, how did you teach these two lowly maids? They have no sense of propriety at all. I knocked on the door for quite a while, yet no one came to greet me. I had to open the door myself, which is simply outrageous.

You wretched servant, what good deed have you done by placing the basin at the door, and now my clothes are dirty... Do you know that this garment is newly made and worth 300 wen? Can you afford to compensate for it? And you, little wretched servant, if you dare to cry again, I will sell you.

At that moment, a sound came from the main hall's courtyard, followed by the sound of the young lady's crying

Approximately nine years ago, a pregnant woman fainted at the entrance of the Yang family home

Yang Dafang passed away two years ago, but Yang Shouwen offers incense for him every day, which is a way of paying respects.

A surge of wicked fire suddenly erupted in Yang Shouwen's heart

Hehe, do you think I am just overthinking this?

In the backyard, there is a flower bed located beside the stream

In summary, Yang Nuan took on the surname of the woman, becoming the little tail of Yang Shouwen.

Today, Da Huang was a bit temperamental, so he returned a little late... Hehe, the young lady is at home today, has she been well-behaved

After the death of Yang Dafang, Yang Chenglie became indifferent to Yang Shouwen, and the Yang family upheld the household.

Yang Nuan responded with an acknowledgment and then ran out to fetch water

However, this nickname could only be used by Yang Chenglie and Yang Dafang before that nursery rhyme came out. Yang Shouwen also has a nickname called "Sizi," which is relatively more common, and Yang Youniang is more accustomed to calling Yang Shouwen "Brother Sizi"

To speak frankly, during these seventeen years, he has not suffered much; rather, under his grandfather's care, he has lived a carefree life. His spirit is closed off, and he is unable to perceive the various malice around him, waking up every day in high spirits, leading an exceptionally simple life

The young man referred to one as 'big brother' on the left and another as 'big brother' on the right, yet there was not a trace of respect in his words

Oh, isn't this my dear brother Ah Chi?

After seventeen years, he has unknowingly integrated into this era

Yang approached and led the yellow cow into the courtyard, directly tying it in the cattle shed

In this vast house, only three people reside

Having spoken, he rose to his knees and bowed three times before the ancestral tablet. He then stood up and said: "Regardless of everything, the teachings my grandfather imparted to me, Achun will not forget, and in the future, I will continue to practice diligently. My aunt treats me very well, and my younger sister is also very well-behaved; she has even learned to do the laundry now... Well, that is all for today, grandfather, you should also rest early."

He gently pulled the door shut as he walked out of the room

The little girl giggled, her laughter crisp and resonating in Yang Shouwen's ears

Yang Shouwen said: "Aunt, I will first go to pay my respects to grandfather, and I will come over shortly."

Yang Shouwen expressed admiration and lifted the little one high up

On each side, there is a wing, and each wing contains three rooms. When Yang Dafang was alive, Yang Chenglie would bring his family to pay their respects every holiday. However, after Yang Dafang's passing, the home became much quieter. Yang Chenglie's family is accustomed to living in the county town, and he rarely comes here to stay except on fixed ritual days.

Yang Shouwen could not help but smile, and between his brows, there was a hint of unspoken tenderness, as he embraced the other person in his arms

Grandfather, I am back

He finished lighting the incense and sat down in front of the spirit tablet, seemingly talking to himself: "Today, Da Huang went wild and almost harmed the children in the village. Fortunately, I have been practicing martial arts with my grandfather since I was young and have a good amount of strength, so I managed to subdue Da Huang... It is also fortunate that nothing serious happened; otherwise, who knows what rumors would spread, and I would end up in trouble again"

Brother Zizi, why are you back so late

The young girl, upon hearing that she was to be sold, was so frightened that she clung tightly to Yang Shouwen's neck

The main hall is at the front, while the wing rooms are at the back, creating a layout of two sections that exudes a unique elegance and simplicity.

At that time, Yang Shouwen's grandfather, Yang Dafang, took pity on her and took her in. A few months later, the woman gave birth to a girl, who is now Yang Nuan, held in Yang Shouwen's arms. After Yang Nuan was born, the woman stayed in the village and became the cook for the Yang family. As for who Yang Nuan's father is, the Yang family did not mention it, and Yang Dafang did not inquire.

Yang Shouwen's heart tightened, and he hurried back to the main hall, taking two steps at a time.

However, each house maintains its cleanliness

Brother Zizi, the young girl is obedient, please do not sell her, she is very well-behaved

The young girl went to fetch water, and Da Lang worked hard all day. He should wash up first, as dinner will be ready soon

A young man stood under the porch, loudly reprimanding Yang.

Is it true

It was like this when he was not clear-headed before. Now that he is clear-headed, he has not changed this habit

However, I do not feel happy, as I have been having a strange dream lately, in which a woman calls me 'Duke'.

As for what her name is, Yang Shouwen is not very clear about it

When Yang Chenglie took a new wife, he had intended to elevate her status. However, Yang Dafang disagreed, which has caused this matter to be delayed until now. Yang Rui, who has been intelligent since childhood, is greatly favored by Yang Chenglie, but the stigma of being a bastard has also made him quite unhappy

Yang Shouwen spoke, his eyes slightly reddened

Yang Shouwen's home is located at the back of the village, beside a small stream. Across the stream, one can gaze upon the vast and majestic Tiger Valley Mountain.

His name is Yang Rui, and he is the half-brother of Yang Shouwen, aged thirteen.

The young girl sat in a puddle of water, crying loudly

Yang Shouwen stopped in front of the door, and before he could call out, he saw a small, delicate figure darting out from behind the slightly opened courtyard gate

Yang Shouwen held Yang Nuan and followed behind, securing the cattle for the Yang family. Only then did he set Yang Nuan down and take her small hand to walk into the main hall

Yang responded with an acknowledgment and went to the kitchen to prepare dinner. Meanwhile, Yang Shouwen passed through the back of the main hall and entered the backyard

The woman refers to Yang You-niang's mother, Mrs. Yang

At this moment, the sky has completely darkened

Having finished speaking, Yang Rui lifted his leg and stepped onto the porch with one foot

Yang Shouwen entered a small room, lit an oil lamp, and then walked to the spirit tablet in the room, where he lit three incense sticks

Achun has now recovered and will no longer suffer from headaches

Before he could bring his other foot up, Yang Shouwen suddenly lifted his leg and kicked Yang Rui in the chest

Upon hearing that she was to be sold, the young girl ceased her cries, sitting on the ground and gazing at the young man, occasionally letting out sobs.

Then Qianying rushed into Yang Shouwen's embrace, followed by a charming and innocent voice

Achunu is the childhood name of Yang Shouwen

A separate courtyard with three houses, each consisting of five rooms and seven frames

The youth was imposing, while the Yang family was so frightened that they dared not speak

Every day, it has become Yang Shouwen's habit to chat and converse with his grandfather in front of his memorial tablet

What am I here for?" Yang Rui laughed heartily, "It's simply a joke, this is my home, why can't I come over?"

The young girl is truly impressive

He strode out of the main hall and stepped forward to lift the young girl in his arms

At this moment, the courtyard door opened, and a middle-aged woman walked out from behind it. She was dressed in a cloth skirt, with a wooden hairpin in her hair, and a waist apron made of patchwork fabric. Upon seeing Yang Shouwen, a kind expression appeared on the woman's face as she softly said: "Young Master, you have returned a bit late today; the young girl was just crying and saying she wanted to find you."

In front of the porch, a basin of water has been overturned on the ground, causing water to spill everywhere, making the porch even wetter

I will make sure to return early tomorrow, so as not to trouble you, Aunt.