How can someone travel through time and space and become a beggar?

The rain only lasted for one day, and we set up the stall as usual the next day.

Just as Zhao Huazhang was about to leave the house, he was stopped by the maidservant beside his grandmother. She said the old lady wanted to see him. He frowned, and although he was a little anxious, he was worried that something might have happened to his grandmother, so he went over first.

Arriving at grandma's yard, he saw his father and the woman there. Zhao Huazhang quietly rolled his eyes, "Grandma, father."

"Hua Zhang, didn't you say before that you wanted to learn martial arts? Grandma has hired a martial arts master for you. This is Master Cheng. He will teach you from now on. You must study hard." Old Lady Zhao said with a smile.

Zhao Huazhang's eyes widened in shock at first, his face filled with surprise. He was about to thank him when his father beside him coughed twice. His expression faltered, "Father, do you agree?"

Zhao Zeying snorted heavily, "What else can I do if I don't agree? The headmaster of Ruoshui Academy is almost coming to your house to beg you not to go!"

Zhao Huazhang looked a little embarrassed, but he could barely suppress the smile on his face. He bowed and said, "Thank you, father, for your understanding."

"Enough, you keep glaring at the child all day long. Are you doing it for me?" Old Madam Zhao said impatiently.

"My son doesn't dare." Zhao Zeying stood up quickly.

Luo Shanshan stood up as well. Seeing the little bastard's face full of joy, she felt a little uncomfortable. What made him so happy? She lowered her eyes to her toes and suddenly thought of someone. Her lips curled slightly, and when she looked up, her face was filled with worry. "Master, this martial arts master is an amateur after all. Will he delay Hua Zhang?"

Zhao Huazhang glared and knew that nothing good would happen if this woman was around!

"Oh? The person my mother invited will surely be right." Zhao Zeying felt soft-hearted when he saw her frowning brows, and he patted the back of her soft hand soothingly.

"What are you trying to do?!" Old Madam Zhao felt uncomfortable just seeing how clingy they were. She was especially annoyed by Luo Shanshan's coquettish demeanor. How could she look like a mistress of the house? How could she be dignified and elegant? I wonder what she saw in her!

"How dare I say that in front of my mother?" Luo Shanshan bit her lip lightly, tears welling up in her eyes. "Yesterday, I went to General Wu's residence and heard Madam Wu mention that the military camp is the best place to train children. Young Master Wu has changed a lot since he went to the military camp. Not only can he learn martial arts, but he might even be able to get a government position."

"Are you serious?" Zhao Zeying's face lit up with joy. If he could really secure an official position, no matter how high or low, it would be fine. He wouldn't have to worry about his youngest son's future.

"Mrs. Wu said it herself, and many people heard it at the time." Luo Shanshan saw that he had taken the bait and smiled softly, covering her mouth. "If the master is interested, I will go to your house and ask again."

Could she be so kind? Old Madam Zhao and Zhao Huazhang almost simultaneously revealed doubtful expressions.

It was definitely true. A lie like that would be exposed the moment you asked. But Luo Shanshan had heard from Madam Wu that Young Master Wu had been tortured to the point of being almost unrecognizable when he first left. He had once been a handsome, elegant young man, but upon his return, he had become dark and thin, like a refugee from the slums. She hadn't expected to leave Zhao Huazhang in the barracks forever, but the barracks were strictly controlled, and no one was allowed to leave unless on leave. At the very least, he would be punished, and at the worst, he would be treated as a deserter.

She certainly hoped Zhao Huazhang would disobey and return early. Desertion was punishable by death, but if it didn't come to that, a little punishment would be good. Given Zhao Huazhang's temper, it was highly likely. If he came back and cried, and the old lady relented and kept him, he would suffer a lot.

"Then go and ask if you can send Huazhang. I don't dare to think about big positions, but being a centurion or a thousand-householder would be good too." Zhao Zeying said earnestly.

"Can you just go to the military camp whenever you want?" Old Madam Zhao was also tempted. If for no other reason than for her grandson's future, she would go to the military camp.

"Of course I can't just go whenever I want." Luo Shanshan knelt and bowed to the old lady. "But my father brought back a lot of rare things from outside a few days ago, and it just so happens that Madam Wu took a fancy to one of them. If I send it to her, maybe she can say a few words for me."

"What is it? Is it very valuable?" Madam Zhao didn't bother to look at her. She lowered her eyes and said, "If this really happens, I won't treat you unfairly."

"Grandma! I don't want to go!" Zhao Huazhang shouted unwillingly when he saw that they decided his destination in just a few words.

Zhao Zeying despised his son's mischief, but he also wanted to make plans for him. If he could really make a name for himself in the military, it would be no worse than studying for the imperial examinations. At this moment, he treated him as a child and said sternly, "This matter is not up to you!"

"My dear grandson, be obedient and go to this place." Old Madam Zhao also advised him.

That's right! Luo Shanshan covered her mouth and smiled quietly. She wasn't worried about Zhao Huazhang really becoming successful. With the kid's performance since childhood, he'd failed at everything he did. It was a miracle he could succeed. "It's not a valuable thing, it's just a novelty. Mother, you're too polite."

The matter was settled, and Zhao Huazhang's resistance was futile. He stormed out, and only after seeing Sister Wang did he feel better. He took out the sachet he had brought with him and said, "Sister Wang, this is for you to play with."

"What is this?" Xia Chu took it in her hand and took a look. It was two semicircles assembled together. The middle can be opened and divided into two halves. There is a small box inside, and a small piece of ointment is placed inside. The magical thing is that no matter how it is shaken, the small box in the middle will never fall over, and the ointment will never spill out. She played with it in her hand for a long time, and liked it more and more. But no reward without merit, she played with it for a while, and reluctantly handed it back, "This looks very valuable, and it is carved from jade. It is too precious. I can't accept it."

"It's not expensive at all. It's just a little thing someone gave me. It's for my daughter's use. I have no use for it. You can play with it." Zhao Huazhang put his hands behind his back and took two steps back. "You can play with it. It's just a little thing."

Xia Chu really liked it, but she had nothing to give in return. "You can take it back. I really can't accept it."

It's that kid again! He's haunting me! He keeps showing me his affection every day! Xia Tian squinted at Zhao Huazhang, wishing he could hit him with his chopsticks.

"I'm leaving first!" Zhao Huazhang refused to take it back. He was in a bad mood today and didn't want to argue here, so he simply turned around and left.

"What is this?" Guan Xu saw people leaving and came over to take a look.

"Scented sachet ball." The waiting customer suddenly said, "It's not cheap. The carving is incredible. Have you seen a rolling lamp? It's similar. No matter how hard you shake it, the perfume inside won't spill."

"Then we have to return it to the person." Dong Xiaohuan frowned.

Xia Chu thought the same thing. Although she liked it very much, she was happy to keep it and play with it for a day. She would wait for the young master to come tomorrow and then force it back.