Chapter 246 Yao Nianchun and Qian Bo
Li Daoxuan was unable to see this scene in the hall.

After walking out of the living room, he headed towards his residence.

As he stepped out of the door, he saw a big red rooster running past and then flying into another yard. It was so fast that it passed in a flash.

It should have run out from the kitchen. Li Daoxuan just exclaimed and didn't pay much attention to it.

After all, wealthy families would also raise chickens and ducks in their yards for food, so it was not surprising if one or two of them ran away occasionally.

Walking to the backyard, I could still faintly hear Mrs. Yao's scolding.

Li Daoxuan felt that this might be related to the fact that he mentioned the name Yao Nianchun. It seemed that just as Qian Bo said, Yao Nianchun might be Mrs. Yao's worry and could not be mentioned casually.

"I was still too reckless. I must not be so blunt next time." Li Daoxuan sighed in his heart. He learned a lesson from this disrespect.

I wanted to go back to the house to prepare the utensils for the ritual, but I didn't expect to meet Yao Nianchun sitting in the pavilion as soon as I arrived in the backyard.

"What a coincidence." Li Daoxuan looked up at the big sun in the sky and began to doubt his own guess.

"Brother Daoxuan, please come over for a gathering." Yao Nianchun waved at him from afar. Seeing that he couldn't avoid him, Li Daoxuan could only walk over.

No matter whether it is a ghost or a monster, it seems to be alive and well now. If he goes over to take a look, maybe he can see some clues.

When he reached the pavilion, he heard Yao Nianchun's enthusiastic greeting: "Brother Daoxuan, why were you not in the mansion yesterday?"

"I had something to do yesterday, so I couldn't come." Li Daoxuan replied.

"That's a pity. I wanted to invite Brother Daoxuan to meet some Western friends." Yao Nianchun said regretfully, "They landed in Yangzhou yesterday and came to my place to rest. They set off for Shanghai early this morning."

"Western friends? The eldest master knows people from the West?" Although Li Daoxuan was surprised, he was only surprised that a Westerner could settle down in the Yao family. It seemed that the eldest master Yao not only knew foreigners, but also had a good relationship with them.

Although some foreigners have moved here to settle down over the years, they are all in the concessions.

"Of course I know them, that's why I want to go out and take a look." Yao Nianchun sighed, "I learned a lot from them, and also understood the current situation of my Qing Dynasty. We should reform. If we don't, the country will perish!"

"Reform?" Li Daoxuan was silent. He remembered some major events in the late Qing Dynasty, among which was the Reform Movement of 1898, which was recorded in history. However, the Reform Movement of 1898 was still some years old. Now, some of the gentlemen who participated in the Reform Movement of 1898 may not have been born yet, some are still studying, and even those who are older are still serving as minor officials. "Does the eldest son think that reform can save the Qing Dynasty?"

"Of course I can!" Yao Nianchun said confidently.

His eyes were firm, like a rock, and his expression was unwavering, showing that he had firm faith.

Such people will stick to the path they have chosen, and will not necessarily change their will even if they die.

Just as Tan Sitong wrote: "Looking at the door of a place to stay, I think of Zhang Jian, and endure death for a moment to wait for Du Gen. I smile at the sky with my sword, and my loyalty will remain in Kunlun Mountain whether I stay or go."

Li Daoxuan looked at him, trying to find any flaws in him.

He secretly made hand gestures and silently chanted the spell to break the evil spirit.

But Yao Nianchun didn't move at all, as if he was not affected by the spell, which made him very confused.

"It's useless to destroy evil?!" Li Daoxuan secretly exclaimed in his heart.

"Brother Daoxuan, why are you looking at me like that?" Seeing Li Daoxuan staring at him, Yao Nianchun subconsciously reached out and touched his cheek, and found nothing foreign, so he asked.

Li Daoxuan came back to his senses after hearing what was said and smiled at Yao Nianchun generously: "When I saw the eldest master's resolute look just now, I was reminded of a poet from the Song Dynasty."

"who?"

"Wen Tianxiang." Li Daoxuan sighed, "Since ancient times, everyone is mortal, but we should leave behind our loyalty to shine in history. I can only admire that the eldest young master has such lofty ambitions. This cup of tea is my tribute to the eldest young master." "Haha, Brother Daoxuan, you're too kind." Yao Nianchun smiled, then reached out and picked up the teacup to clink with him.

They both drank it in one gulp, with the bottom of the cup facing each other.

The two laughed and felt very happy.

Yao Nianchun patted the table with his fan and slowly sang "Man Jiang Hong".

"At thirty, fame is but dust; at eight thousand miles, the journey is but clouds and moon. Don't wait till your hair turns grey and you are filled with regret."

The voice was full of twists and turns, and the singing was surprisingly no worse than those of the singing girls in brothels. After listening to it, Li Daoxuan couldn't help but applaud and expressed admiration for Yao Nianchun's talent.

At this age, he can sing opera, speak foreign languages, and read and write. Not to mention in the entire late Qing Dynasty, even in his previous life, he would be considered a talent. Although he didn't know why Yao Nianchun was not famous in history books, Li Daoxuan could believe that as long as he was alive, he would be of great use in the future.

"Brother Daoxuan, please don't call me Young Master anymore. I'm many years older than you. It's better to call me Brother Yao." Yao Nianchun said with a smile, "We hit it off the first time we met. I've wanted to be brothers with you for a long time."

"In that case, I will respectfully obey your command. Brother Yao." Li Daoxuan was also quick to curry favor with him, so he changed his words and called him brother.

The two men were fighting fiercely, calling each other "Brother Li" and "Brother Big Brother". In this deep courtyard, there was a scene of sworn brotherhood.

After his excitement subsided, Yao Nianchun calmed down.

He looked at Li Daoxuan and asked his purpose: "I just heard my mother making a noise, what happened?"

"." Li Daoxuan didn't expect Yao Nianchun to ask this question. After thinking for a while, he decided to tell a little lie. "Aunt Yao was angry about Brother Yao running back to the mansion without permission. She said that Brother Yao should study hard and not meddle in the trivial matters in the mansion."

"I see. I understand." Yao Nianchun smiled, but the smile was a little forced. "I'll just stay for a few days. I'll leave after you finish the work in the house."

"It's just some angry words from Aunt Yao. Don't be sad, Brother Yao." Li Daoxuan consoled.

"I know, I know everything. Let's stop here today, Brother Li, I have some things to do back home, see you tomorrow." After Yao Nianchun said this, he got up and left without waiting for Li Daoxuan to speak. He walked very fast, and in just a few breaths, he disappeared in the backyard.

Li Daoxuan watched him leave, still thinking about Madam Yao and Yao Nianchun, when he suddenly heard Qian Bo's voice in his ears, which really scared him.

"I told the young Taoist priest not to mention the name Yao Nianchun in front of Madam. But you didn't listen to me and caused this mess!"

Qian Bo was standing behind him, staring at him, his eyes full of dissatisfaction and an angry look on his face.

At this moment, Qian Bo was like a fighting rooster, standing up straight to compete with Li Daoxuan.

"If you make my wife sad again, I will not forgive you." Qian Bo snorted, "With more food, I have raised a troublemaker. It's really bad luck."

"Why does Qian Bo say that?" Li Daoxuan couldn't help but ask.

"I told you not to mention the eldest son's name. Did you know?" Qian Bo stared at Li Daoxuan gloomily and walked closer. "If you remember this, you shouldn't have mentioned it today."

"I know my limits." Li Daoxuan calmed down and responded, "If you want to solve the trouble in the mansion, you need to find the source. I have seen the eldest son in the mansion, so I want to ask the lady. After all, it may be that the eldest son misses his lady, and his resentful spirit stays in the mansion and refuses to leave."

Qian Bo said nothing, just stared at Li Daoxuan.

After a long time, he moved away, bent his waist and left with his sleeves waving.

"Just this once. Remember, don't mention the name Yao Nianchun."

(End of this chapter)