Divorced woman with child travels through time

Chen Wenfang stepped forward hesitantly. This was truly a master! She wanted to learn, she really wanted to learn!

Chen Wenfang stepped forward hesitantly, as reserved as a primary school student, and awkwardly asked, "Two Daoist masters, may I learn from you? May I learn from you?"

Zhang Chang glanced at her and said with great difficulty, "Madam Chen, you're too old to learn anymore, don't think about these things."

Chen Wenfang sighed and said disappointedly, "Alright then." Unexpectedly, the girl beside her spoke up, "What about me? Can I?"

Wu Xin glanced at her and said, "Well, you could give it a try."

The girl jumped up on the spot with joy, almost leaping three meters high, and then ran up the mountain on her own initiative.

All the children gathered at the foot of the mountain to watch him. In an instant, she swiftly climbed to the top of the mountain. Without needing anyone to urge her, she twirled her skirt and quickly hopped down the sweet potato field, one section after another.

When it came to the final step, two meters above the ground, she didn't hesitate for a moment. With a "crack," she jumped down steadily and smoothly in one go, looking at the two Taoist priests with anticipation.

Chen Wenfang was quite surprised. She hadn't expected this girl to be so bold and resourceful.

"Sure!" Wu Xin stroked his beard, nodded and said, "You're a good girl, come here~" He pinched her shoulder and then let go.

"From now on, you will learn martial arts from me. When you come up the mountain with me in the future, I will recommend you to my junior sister."

"Thank you, Master!" The girl, with great tact, bowed and acknowledged her master.

Chen Wenfang was very satisfied. Although she couldn't learn it herself, it was rare to be able to invite a real expert for the children. She would have to thank Qi Heng properly later.

She was about to go back when she turned around and saw Uncle Hu coming from afar, shouting something.

Chen Wenfang went over to greet him, "What's wrong?" Actually, she wanted to call her father.

"Madam, there's an old man outside, carrying a book bag. He said he heard our village is looking for a tutor, and he's come to hire one himself. Go and see him quickly!" Uncle Hu was out of breath from running.

"Okay, I'll go take a look now. Don't rush, walk slowly and take care of yourself." Chen Wenfang said and left.

Uncle Hu watched from behind, laughing heartily. This landlady really thought of me as her father, showing such concern for me.

When Chen Wenfang arrived at the front yard of the manor, she found that the merchants were purchasing goods. She looked around carefully but did not see any old gentleman. So she asked Zhuantou, who said while weighing the goods, "Aunt Liu welcomed him in. He should be in the main room now. You can go and take a look."

When Chen Wenfang went inside, she was astonished to find a tall, thin old man wearing a turban holding a book and talking animatedly. Xiao Bo and Zhuang Zhuang were listening intently, while Aunt Nie, holding a baby, was also listening attentively. Several other women working were also listening while doing their jobs. Everyone was completely silent, seemingly worried that they might disturb the old man's lecture.

"This is like finding a treasure! My luck is amazing, I get whatever I want!" Chen Wenfang was secretly delighted. She wasn't very educated, only graduated from junior high school in her previous life, and even less so in this life. It seemed that she didn't recognize most of the characters. After coming here, she had to cram a lot of books for the child before she could basically get by.

"As the old saying goes, there are four difficulties in treating illness: first, being self-willed and not relying on one's superiors; second, not taking care of oneself; third, having weak bones and joints that prevent one from taking medicine; and fourth, being lazy and averse to work. In other words, if one is sick and doesn't listen to the doctor and treats oneself haphazardly, that's the first difficulty; if one doesn't pay attention to adding clothes to protect oneself when it's windy and cold, that's the second difficulty; if these conditions lead to a weak constitution that makes medicine ineffective, that's the third difficulty; and if one is lazy and lacks activity, it will lead to poor blood circulation, decreased physical strength, and a prolonged illness, that's the fourth difficulty. Therefore, I say that your diligence, self-discipline, and ability to manage your household are good, but you must not overwork yourself and affect your health." The old gentleman finished speaking in one breath, exhausted, picked up the water on the table and drank it all in one gulp, then prepared to continue giving his opinion.

Simplifying things, this old man seems quite cultured, but he's a bit long-winded, Chen Wenfang thought to herself, before she had unknowingly walked past him.

The old gentleman stroked his beard and nodded when he saw her. "You must be Madam Chen. My surname is Xu, and I know a few characters. You do indeed have some promising students. Well then, although I'm just here to take a look, this place is quite nice. I'll teach here from now on, and tuition is free. Just reserve a room for me, and provide room and board. However, you must provide all the necessary writing materials. That's all I ask for. I'm sure you'll agree!"

Chen Wenfang paused for a moment, then nodded and said, "Okay, then I'll trouble you, sir." A teacher who doesn't cost money, how wonderful!

"Hmm, very good, very good." Old Xu laughed, his beard twitching, which was quite amusing.

Chen Wenfang found it quite amusing, but she was afraid it wouldn't be appropriate to laugh out loud. So she turned around and went into the kitchen, saying to Aunt Liu, "Auntie, three masters have come today. Tonight, please make arrangements to add some special dishes for them and get some wine as a welcome feast. In the future, our village will produce many scholars."

"Oh, okay, I'll arrange it, Fang'er, don't worry." Aunt Liu was also very happy. Recently, many people have come to propose marriage to Dazhuang. She has chosen two families and is waiting for Dazhuang to come home to meet them. In a few days, after he comes back and the marriage is settled, she will have a grandson to hold, hehe.

Dinner was naturally a very sumptuous meal. The three old men gathered together, drinking and having a great time. Chen Wenfang specially prepared a special meal for them: tender and fragrant steamed pork, smooth and tender boiled fish slices, and fresh, juicy, and richly flavored braised beef. With a little garlic and chili sauce, Master Zhang Chang wished he could have the whole plate for himself. Such manners! He kept eating, his chopsticks never stopping.

Spicy stir-fried river shrimp with chives, paired with steamed and air-dried wild boar meat, shredded by hand and drizzled with chili oil and sesame seeds, is incredibly fragrant. After a bite of the dish, followed by a sip of strong liquor, as Wu Xin would say, it would be more than worth being an immortal. Even the bookish Mr. Xu couldn't resist, eating bite after bite of the meat non-stop.

The three old men drank until late at night before going to bed. Interestingly, Uncle Hu said something to them, and the three of them ended up living in the same building. Originally, Chen Wenfang thought that if they didn't get along, they could each live in a separate building. Anyway, having more houses and more people was a good thing.

In the evening, Wang Erniu returned looking travel-worn. Without saying a word, he went straight to wash up, and without waiting for Chen Wenfang to speak, he grabbed her and got into bed to have sex. After a long and tiring session, and after he had finished twice and completely released his energy, Chen Wenfang finally had a chance to talk to him.