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

But when they returned to the restaurant, there was nothing for Xu Shu to do.

Xu Shu chatted with Wu Yong in the lobby for a while, and then he wanted to go home. Today was the first day of building the house, and it would be a bit unreasonable for him as the owner not to go and take a look.

It was just right to go back now, so that we could catch up with the lunch time. Although he said that he would not provide meals and would give each person 20 coins, it was the first day after all, so it was necessary to bring some meat and vegetables for everyone to have a snack and bribe the employees' stomachs appropriately.

But when he told Wu Yong that he wanted to go home early, Wu Yong excitedly slammed the table and stood up: "Brother, why didn't you tell me that your family was building a house? I'll go with you and take a look."

Xu Shu glanced at him: "Are you free?"

Wu Yong chuckled and said, "It's just that I don't have enough money, but I'm fine for now."

After reading the menu Xu Shu prepared for Xiao Ran's youngest son a few days ago, Wu Yong anticipated that his restaurant would enter the circle of aristocratic families and become a high-end restaurant in one fell swoop.

So he had asked Xu Shu for his opinion long ago, and while preparing the menu for the birthday banquet, he was also making adjustments to the internal structure of the restaurant.

It’s not that he doesn’t want to revamp the entire restaurant, it’s just that the money he has is not enough. Xiao Ran’s... no, it’s the money from Mr. Xiao that he hasn’t received yet.

However, Wu Yong had been busy with the renovation for a few days and had run out of money on hand. Although Mr. Xiao had given him a lot, Wu Yong had his principles. He would use the money where it should be spent and keep track of the details.

In fact, it was not that he was particularly principled, but he hired Xu Shu as the accountant. He didn't know what was wrong with this brother, but he had an extremely flexible mind. If there was a slight mistake in the bill, Xu Shu could find it. As a boss, he was a little afraid to act rashly.

Moreover, Xiao Ran sent someone to say that the arrangements for the birthday banquet would have to wait until tomorrow, and he also sent an invitation to Xu Shu, asking him to supervise it personally.

To others, the county magistrate sending an invitation to a commoner would be a jaw-dropping event.

But when Xu Shukeng met Xiao Ran, Wu Yong was there too, and he was not surprised at Xiao Ran's attitude. To be honest, he felt that Xiao Ran was a little bit unlike him when he didn't come to invite him in person.

But he didn't say this, in case his brother got angry.

Of course Xu Shu wouldn't get angry about this kind of thing. He was thinking about whether he should let Wu Yong go home with him.

It is not quite accurate to say that he also regards Wu Yong as a brother. It is only because there is still some profit to be made from this man that Xu Shu is willing to help him wholeheartedly.

Inviting a business partner to his home...Xu Shu was actually quite hesitant.

Although he had invited Jiang Xiao and his friends to his house for dinner before, he had no choice at that time because he didn't have enough money. And they went to that shabby thatched cottage, which Xu Shu didn't consider his home.

What's more, Jiang Da and his family are now on the same boat with him, and he is confident that he can tie them up and control them.

But Wu Yong and he, although they have common interests and have conspired on some things, they owe nothing to each other. He cannot hold Wu Yong's lifeline, and Wu Yong cannot hold his. They are just pure partners.

A cooperative relationship is the most unreliable. If I take Wu Yong to his house now, and then break up with Wu Yong in the future, what should I do if this bastard invites people to my house to fight?

He is not afraid of fighting, but if he is not at home, the child will be alone at home...

Xu Shu was full of distrust towards Wu Yong.

It's no wonder he thought too much. What's the difference between a chaotic world and the end of the world? It's just that Qingshui Town is still peaceful for the time being, not affected by the war, and the people still seem innocent.

Once the enemy enters the city, there will be those who are destined to betray, those who are destined to become jealous, and those who are destined to stab you in the back.

Xu Shudu was already thinking about how to reject him.

Wu Yong, who was carefree, had already cheerfully instructed the waiter: "I guess the guys who were building the house for Brother Xu haven't eaten yet. Order some of the ribs stewed in our kitchen. Order more. There may be more than ten people. Don't be stingy."

"Oh, and my brother has difficulty walking. Go get the carriage ready."

When Xu Shu heard that Wu Yong wanted to bring spare ribs, he was ready to refuse, but when he heard the word "carriage", he hesitated shamefully.

He had seen Wu Yong's carriage before. It was not a flatbed like an oxcart, but a square sedan chair that was cleaned quite well. Wu Yong was not only good at handling things, but also very particular. The sedan chair was filled with soft cushions, which must be more comfortable to sit in than an oxcart.

He glanced at the child sitting next to him and practicing sign language, and finally agreed: "Wu Yong, you don't need these ribs. I'm the boss, how can I let you pay for it?"

"Yeah, that's true, but I packed them all, otherwise you can just say you paid for them."

Xu Shu was almost amused by this man's straightforwardness. He suddenly felt that this man was too simple to do such a thing as stabbing someone in the back. However, he did not let down his guard. "Of course I should pay. A bowl of pork ribs is 20 cents. There are 14 servants at home, so let's make 20 bowls."

After saying this, Xu Shu counted out four hundred coins from his sleeve and handed them to Wu Yong, asking, "Where is the carriage?"

Wu Yong pointed to the backyard of the restaurant and said, "It's in the back. Send your brother in first, so you don't have to go in later."

Xu Shu nodded, picked up the child who was not listening to them, and followed Wu Yong to the backyard.

Mu Jinghua sprained his ankle. After being carried by Xu Shu for the whole day, he was almost used to it. However, in front of others, he would still embarrassedly bury his face in Xu Shu's chest, with one hand gently grasping Xu Shu's collar.

Wu Yong was a big and strong man, but he was not as careful as the lady selling chickens. Besides, Xu Shu hugged someone for a reason. He didn't think it was wrong at all and even helped Xu Shu lift the curtain.

Xu Shu put the child in and asked him to sit down obediently. Then the waiter brought the horse.

The horse's coat color was impure, and it seemed to be quite old. It was much shorter than those Xu Shu had seen in horse farms in later generations.

But this is understandable. In ancient times, horses were important supplies for war, and it was already very good for ordinary people to have horses to ride. Moreover, Wu Yong was very concerned about this horse and raised it very well, making it shiny and glossy.

Xu Shu took a quick look and didn't seem to be very interested, so he helped Wu Yong harness the carriage and then got into the sedan chair.

Mu Jinghua was looking curiously through the curtain. He had never seen a horse before, so it was normal for him to be curious. But when he saw Xu Shu coming, he quickly lowered the curtain and sat down obediently.

Xu Shu sat down next to him, reached out to open the curtain on his side, and saw the horse, so he asked, "Why, do you want to ride a horse?"

Mu Jinghua grabbed the corner of his clothes embarrassedly and shook his head. Xu Shu was so close to him, the smell of the black bamboo was much stronger. And if he raised his head slightly, he could see Xu Shu's straight nose. Xu Shu's profile was really beautiful...

Xu Shu kept talking to himself: "If you want to ride, I'll get you a better one later and I'll teach you myself."

Mu Jinghua's eyes lit up, but when he thought of Ma's tall figure, he became a little scared, so he carefully reached out and grabbed the corner of Xu Shu's clothes and shook it gently.

This was really beyond the rules. Mu Jinghua didn't know why he did this. He just wanted to do it, so he did it.

Xu Shuze looked at the hand that was grabbing the corner of his clothes and raised his eyebrows: "Why are you acting so coquettish? Tell me what you want to do."

Mu Jinghua's mind buzzed and he immediately let go of his hand, but he didn't know what he wanted to do.

Xu Shu lowered the curtain and moved closer to stare at him. At such a close distance, he could feel Xu Shu's slightly warm breath spraying on his face, and the temperature in the car seemed to be getting higher...

Xu Shu didn't actually think anything of it, he just felt that the child's blushing was abnormal. Although he knew that children were easily shy and their faces would blush easily.

But they didn’t say anything just now, right? Ma...what’s there to be shy about?

Did he not want him to teach him how to ride a horse? But there shouldn't be many guys in this world who can ride a horse. Anyway, it's impossible for Shiqiao Village to have one, after all, there aren't even any horses in the village.

Or do you have a fever?

Xu Shu seemed to be thinking about something. He reached out and touched the child's forehead, but couldn't feel anything. He was about to ask him where he felt uncomfortable, but Wu Yong lifted the curtain and came in.

"Brother, what's wrong?" Wu Yong was a warm-hearted man. Seeing Xu Shu touching Mu Ge'er's head, he couldn't help but worry, "Is Mu Ge'er feeling unwell?"

Mu Jinghua was frightened by Wu Yong's voice and trembled violently. He waved his hands quickly: "I'm fine, I'm fine."

Xu Shu glared at Wu Yong: "Why are you so loud?"

Wu Yong was also quite embarrassed. He had no idea that the boy was so timid and would be scared by loud noises.

But it seemed normal that he didn't know. He was the only male in his family, and he didn't have a wife. He didn't know any of the boys or girls, so what could he know?

Occasionally, when he would ask his mother a few questions, his father would kick him and tell him to go ask his wife.

But he has no wife! Wu Yong was very depressed.

Xu Shu asked Mu Jinghua again: "Are you sure everything is fine? We are still in town and can go find Qi Huairen at any time. Don't be afraid."

Mu Jinghua nodded seriously and gestured to Xu Shu embarrassedly: "You kept looking at me just now, I felt a little... embarrassed..."