Opening a Tavern in the Tang Dynasty

Chapter 387 The sun sets, time flies

The crowd strolled around the snowy market for a while, each holding some treasures they had found at the market.

Cheng Chumo was holding a few strings of candied haws, Qin Huaidao was holding a scroll of newly bought calligraphy and paintings, and Wei Shuyu was carefully protecting the sachets he bought for his sisters at home.

At this time, Xiaoyu looked at the sky and saw that the sun was gradually setting in the west, so he said, "Okay, okay, it's getting late, let's go back. If we go any later, the snow will fall even harder and the road will be difficult to walk on."

Everyone nodded in agreement and started to walk back. But Yuyu was still not satisfied. She looked at the bustling market reluctantly, her steps slow, and she muttered, "I don't want to go back yet. There are still many fun things in this market that I haven't seen enough."

Seeing Yuyu's expression, Master Si Li couldn't help but find it a bit amusing. He coughed lightly and said, "Miss Yuyu, the market won't be running away. You can come back another day. The snow is getting heavier today. It's really not suitable to stay outside for long."

Cheng Chumo also echoed: "Yes, Yuyu, we have had enough fun today. Let's go shopping again when the weather is better in a few days."

Yuyu was still a little reluctant. She stamped her feet, her eyes full of grievance: "But I still want to play for a while longer."

Xiaoyu walked up, touched Yuyu's head, and said gently, "Good boy, let's go back first. Next time we have a chance, I'll take you out for a good stroll. It would be bad if you get sick from the cold."

After hearing what Xiaoyu said, Yuyu was still a little unhappy, but she also knew that everyone was doing it for her own good.

She sighed and nodded: "Okay, then let's go back first. We must come again next time."

So, the group turned and walked towards the tavern. Yu Yu looked back every few steps, watching the market gradually disappear into the distance, silently looking forward to its next arrival.

The snowflakes were still falling, covering their way home with a white blanket of snow.

A group of people walked slowly on the snowy road, and the snow under their feet made a "crunching" sound.

Finally, they returned to the familiar tavern.

Cheng Chumo shook the candied haws in his hand and laughed loudly, "I had a great time today! But the snow is getting heavier. I should go back, or my family will be worried."

As he spoke, he clasped his fists to everyone, turned around and stepped into the snow, his figure gradually disappearing from sight.

Qin Huaidao also nodded slightly and said, "Thank you Yuyu, Xiaoyu and Li Hao for your hospitality today. I will visit you again another day."

After saying that, he hugged the calligraphy and painting tightly in his arms and walked towards his home.

Wei Shuyu smiled and said goodbye to everyone: "I also have to go back and give this sachet to my sisters at home. I had a very pleasant day today. See you later."

Then he walked away with graceful steps.

Fang Yiai and Li Dejian also said goodbye and set off on their journey home.

Young Master Si Li stood where he was, bowing slightly. "It's quite interesting to be able to visit the market with you all today. Miss Yuyu, see you another day."

Yuyu waved her hand and said with a smile, "Take care, Master Si Li. We'll play together again next time!"

After everyone left, Yu Yu and Xiao Yu walked into the tavern.

Inside the tavern, a warm atmosphere filled the air, forming a sharp contrast with the ice and snow outside.

Yuyu rubbed her red, frozen hands, sat down by the stove, and said with emotion, "I had a lot of fun today, but I haven't had enough yet."

Xiaoyu smiled and poured Yuyu a cup of hot tea. "Warm yourself up first. You'll have plenty of opportunities to go out and play later. We're all gathered together today, it's lively and fun, and Mom is very happy too."

Yu Yu held the hot tea in both hands, the steam slowly rising, and she looked at the snow scene outside the window.

Yu Yu held the hot tea in both hands, the steam slowly rising. She looked at the snow scene outside the window, her heart full of anticipation, looking forward to the next reunion and new adventure.

Just as he was daydreaming, Yu Yu suddenly slapped his head, as if he remembered something important.

She exclaimed softly, turned to look at Xiaoyu, her face full of annoyance: "Mom, I remember now, brother didn't say much along the way. I was so focused on myself that I forgot about him!"

Xiaoyu was slightly stunned, then smiled softly and comforted him, "Silly child, you know that Li Hao is a quiet kid. He followed us today and seemed to be having a lot of fun. Don't take it too seriously."

Yuyu still felt a little guilty. She put down her teacup and stood up: "No, I still have to go and apologize to Brother Li Hao."

As he said that, he walked towards Li Hao's room.

Arriving at the door of Li Hao's room, Yuyu knocked gently: "Brother, are you there?"

The door opened, and Li Hao was slightly surprised to see that it was Yuyu. "Yuyu, what's wrong?"

Yuyu lowered her head and said a little embarrassedly: "Brother Lihao, I'm really sorry for today. I just played by myself the whole way and didn't take care of you. I didn't even ask if you had fun."

Li Hao was slightly stunned, then a gentle smile appeared on his face. "Yuyu, don't take it to heart. I also found it very interesting to be with everyone today. And seeing you having so much fun, I'm happy too."

Yuyu raised her head, her eyes sparkling: "Really? You're really not angry?"

Li Hao smiled and nodded: "Of course it's true, how could I be angry with you. Go back quickly, it's cold outside, don't catch a cold."

Yuyu finally felt relieved and said with a smile: "Okay, I will pay more attention in the future. You should talk more with Cheng Chumo and the others."

After saying that, Yu Yu skipped back to the stove. Xiao Yu looked at her, shook her head helplessly, but her eyes were full of doting.

The snow was still falling, but the tavern was warm as spring and full of the warmth of home.

Yu Yu skipped back to the stove, picked up the still warm cup of tea, and took a sip.

She looked at the falling snow outside the window and suddenly said with emotion: "Mom, how come it's the new year so soon? Time flies."

Xiaoyu was sitting nearby, mending a piece of clothing. Hearing this, she looked up at Yuyu with a gentle gaze and said with a smile, "That's right. Time is like flowing water, passing by unnoticed. But a new year also brings new hopes. Maybe there will be more fun things to do."

Yuyu held her chin in her hand, a look of longing in her eyes: "Yes, a lot happened last year. I met a lot of friends and even opened a pub. I don't know what interesting people I will meet this year, and what fun things will happen."

"Well, no matter what happens, we can handle it well." Xiaoyu put down her needlework, walked over to sit next to Yuyu, and gently hugged her. "As long as our family is safe and happy, that's all that matters."

Yuyu leaned on Xiaoyu's shoulder and nodded. "I think so too, Mom. I hope that everything goes smoothly for everyone in the new year, and that the tavern's business gets better and better. By the way, I also want to go to the market more often, maybe I can find some new business opportunities."

Xiaoyu was amused by Yuyu's words: "Okay, okay, let's go when the snow stops and the weather gets warmer. But don't just think about fun and business, you have to pay attention to your own affairs, okay?"

Yuyu straightened up and patted her chest: "Don't worry, Mom, I know what I'm doing. I will do everything I need to do."

The two chatted for a while. The snow outside gradually subsided, the flames in the stove crackled, and a warm atmosphere filled the entire tavern, accompanied by Yu Yu and Xiao Yu's beautiful expectations for the new year, which lingered for a long time.