I traveled through time and space and found a mute boy: That’s enough, I feel sorry for him

Originally, Xu Shu was planning to leave the child at home when he went to settle accounts with Chen Hu. However, when he woke up this morning and saw the child's swollen feet, Xu Shu changed his mind and planned to take him to the town to see Qi Huairen.

The two woke up at about the same time in the morning, so they made breakfast together. Xu Shu was in charge of lighting the fire, cooking rice and frying pancakes, while Mu Jinghua was in charge of kneading the dough and instructing Xu Shu.

It was inconvenient for him to stand, so Xu Shu brought a table to the kitchen for him to sit and knead the dough. From time to time, he would ask him if his porridge was ready or if the pancake could be turned over. The scene was quite harmonious.

Breakfast was not served in the main room, but was eaten in the kitchen after clearing the table. But while eating, Xu Shu suddenly remembered that he had bought candied haws last night, which he had completely forgotten.

He hurried to the main house and saw that the candied haws wrapped in oil paper had almost melted. He felt helpless for a moment.

When he returned to the kitchen, meeting the child's inquiring gaze, Xu Shu shook the candied haws in his hand and said, "I forgot about it last night. I'll buy it for you later."

Mu Jinghua shook his head, took the already melted candied haws, opened his mouth and took a bite, then smiled and gestured to Xu Shu: "It's very sweet, thank you."

Because he was chewing something in his mouth, one side of his face was puffy, like a little hamster, looking so obedient and cute.

Xu Shu couldn't help but want to rub him again, and he also wanted to pinch that face, which would feel very soft.

Xu Shu was still hesitating, but Mu Jinghua seemed to understand what he meant and took the initiative to move his head towards his men. His meaning was obvious.

Xu Shu gritted his teeth and said, "Call me brother."

Mu Jinghua subconsciously opened his mouth and called out "brother", but realized there was no sound. He frowned and looked at Xu Shu in confusion.

He was not born unable to speak, so sometimes he would forget that he was a mute and open his mouth to speak subconsciously, and then stop talking when he came to his senses.

But Xu Shu didn't know all this, and he had never taught him how to sign the word "brother" in sign language. What's more, what Xu Shu just said was "call". Could it be that... Xu Shu also forgot that he was a mute?

But that makes no sense.

Mu Jinghua couldn't understand, and Xu Shu didn't know how to explain it. He really had forgotten. It was mainly because of the child's reaction just now. Oh, so silly and cute.

Xu Shu didn't want to explain any more, so he changed the subject and said, "I'll take you to town to have your feet checked and put on new clothes and shoes. You won't wear these now because they don't fit you."

Mu Jinghua didn't think any more about it and nodded obediently.

After breakfast, Xu Shu brought the medicine stove and asked the children to boil the medicine, while he went to the village chief's house.

After all, the village chief had made his attitude clear yesterday. Even if Xu Shu didn't plan to send Xiao Mujin to the village chief's house again, he would not break off relations with their family.

And he did have something to do when he went to see the village chief. First, he wanted to tell the village chief that Xiao Mujin would not come again, and second, he wanted to talk about the house that was going to be built today.

When Xu Shu arrived, Shen Guang's family was still having dinner. Seeing Xu Shu, Shen Guang quickly stood up and said, "Brother Xu, have you eaten yet?"

Xu Shu shook his head, looked around and didn't see Shen Lin'er, then said: "I'm taking Xiao Mujin to the town to see a doctor today, so I may not bother you to help take care of her in the future. In addition, regarding the construction of the house, the first batch of bricks has been delivered, please notify everyone to come to work."

"Hey, that's easy. I'll ask Shen Zhuo to go there right now. They are all folks I know well, so don't worry."

Xu Shu smiled and agreed: "I always trust you to do things."

Shen Guang looked at Aunt Shen again, and Aunt Shen stood up and handed Xu Shu a bag of copper coins.

Xu Shu didn't answer, just looked at Shen Guang.

Shen Guang sighed: "Xu Shu, this is the money you gave us at that time, five cents a day, a total of ten days, fifty cents a cent. We didn't handle this matter properly, wronged Mu Ge'er, and made him suffer. I am very grateful that you are willing to ask me for help..."

Xu Shu took the bag and took out five coins: "This is the money for your trouble to recruit workers."

Shen Guang waved his hands repeatedly, not wanting to take it, and said that his family was sorry for Xu Shu, but Xu Shu said nothing, just watching Shen Guang talk. When he finished talking, he handed over the five coins again.

Shen Guang was deflated and could only accept it helplessly.

Xu Shu was satisfied then. One thing at a time, he didn't like owing favors to others.

He thanked the village chief again and then turned around and went home.

The child at home had already finished his medicine and was sitting in the kitchen waiting for Xu Shu. When he saw Xu Shu coming back, he smiled sweetly and was very well behaved.

Xu Shu casually threw the bag of copper coins to him, bent down and picked up the child, put him on the bed in the main room, and brought him clothes: "Change your clothes and we'll go. I'll wait for you at the door. Knock on the bed when you're ready."

Mu Jinghua nodded and handed the heavy bag that seemed to contain money to Xu Shu.

Xu Shu took a look and didn't take it: "Take it and buy something you like."

After saying that, he went out and waited.

Mu Jinghua wanted to call him, but he walked too fast and ignored him. Mu Jinghua had no choice but to open the purse and take a look, but was shocked.

The bag was very heavy, Mu Jinghua had just noticed it, but when he saw the full of copper coins inside, Mu Jinghua felt it was a little unreal.

He couldn't help but wonder if Xu Shu was stupid. How could someone just give him so much money?

However, this thought only flashed through his mind. He still remembered his work and did not dare to delay Xu Shu from going to work, so he hurriedly changed his clothes.

Xu Shu went to the door to stop a bullock cart, added an extra penny to ask the driver to wait a little longer, and when he returned, the child had already changed his clothes.

Xu Shu pushed the door open and was stunned.

In the past, the child always wore his clothes, which were several sizes too big. He was already thin, and wearing such loose clothes made him look even thinner and smaller, making him look pitiful.

But now it fits her well, an indigo blue round-necked, narrow-sleeved long gown with a long red belt tied around her waist, which contrasts with the red headband in her hair, making her look bright.

But Xu Shu was more interested in the child's face. He used to think that the face was skinny and fleshless, but now he realized that the child was actually very delicate and beautiful.

And he didn't know if it was Xu Shu's illusion, but the thing called pregnancy mole between the boy's eyebrows seemed to have turned a little red, making his skin look even whiter.

"It's true that Buddha relies on gold ornaments and people rely on clothes. Wearing this will make you look so much better." Xu Shu was inexplicably proud.

Mu Jinghua didn't understand the poem he was saying, but he knew he was praising himself, and his ears blushed again. However, Xu Shu was already squatting beside the bed and letting him sit on his shoulders.

Mu Jinghua looked at Xu Shu's broad shoulders, and suddenly felt full and satisfied in his heart.

This is good. As long as I can stay with him, I will be happy enough, Mu Jinghua thought.

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When they arrived in the town, Xu Shu first found Wu Yong to explain the situation, and then he carried the child to find Qi Huairen.

Qi Huairen's clinic seemed to be very idle every day, and there was no one there every time Xu Shu went there.

However, Qi Huairen's attitude became obviously more enthusiastic. When he saw him coming, he stroked his beard and took the initiative to speak: "What's the disease?"

Xu Shu put the child on the chair and said, "He sprained his ankle and it's swollen."

Qi Huairen looked at Xu Shu, then at the handsome boy, frowned and thought for a moment before saying, "Is this your brother?"

"Yeah." Xu Shu didn't understand.

Qi Huairen laughed twice: "When a scholar has been away for three days, he should be treated with new eyes."

Xu Shu was happy. This old man praised his child for being pretty. He glanced at the confused child and explained, "Grandpa praised you for being pretty."

Mu Jinghua lowered his eyes embarrassedly and made a thank you gesture.

Xu Shu translated for Qi Huairen: "He said thank you."

Qi Huairen became interested again: "What is this thing? Do you understand it?"

"This is called sign language." Xu Shu didn't intend to hide it. After all, the more widely a language spreads, the more convenient it is. "It is designed for people who can't speak to communicate."

"I've never heard of this." Qi Huairen hesitated for a moment. "There have been many wars in recent years, and many soldiers have injured their throats and can no longer speak. Your sign language..."

Xu Shu knew what he meant and gave a brief introduction: "It's quite simple and easy to understand. Show him his feet first."

Hearing the urging in his tone, Qi Huairen touched his beard embarrassedly and slowly rolled up Mu Jinghua's trouser legs.

After taking a look at the swollen ankle, Qi Huairen asked the medicine boy to pound the medicine. His movements were so quick that Xu Shu couldn't help but suspect that the old man was not concentrating.

Qi Huairen also noticed Xu Shu's gaze and took the initiative to explain: "I sprained my ankle yesterday and applied cold compress. It was handled properly. Now these are just bruises. They will be fine after they melt away."

Only then did Xu Shu nod and believe what he said.

Qi Huairen opened his mouth again, wanting to talk about the sign language and the medicinal diet. But Xu Shu interrupted him quickly: "Take Xiao Mujin's pulse again to see how she is doing."

Qi Huairen was inevitably discouraged upon hearing this, but he could only take Mu Jinghua's pulse. However, he was pleasantly surprised after taking the pulse.

In such a short time, the child's physical condition has recovered to this level. It can be seen that he has followed the doctor's advice and taken good care of himself.

This was not something Qi Huairen was easily satisfied with. In the current chaotic times, the price of medicinal materials remained high, and many families were simply unable to afford it.

Even if someone gritted their teeth and bought the medicine, they would be reluctant to drink it when they got home. Often, they would boil a dose of medicine seven or eight times, and even when the medicinal taste was gone, they would still be reluctant to throw it away. If they continued to drink it, the disease would only get worse.

He had been in Qingshui Town for so many years, and except for the wealthy families in the town, this was the first time he had seen Xu Shu follow the doctor's orders so carefully.

Even he, who was usually taciturn, couldn't help but praise her: "You are doing very well. The deficiency has been basically alleviated. Once you finish the medicine on hand, you won't need to rely on medicine for nourishment. But winter is coming, remember to keep warm. If you catch a cold, it may endanger your offspring in the future."