Chapter 977: Lost and Found

, yet they brought much comfort to Old Lady Li's heart.She turned and ran out, grabbed the latch, pressed her ear to the door, watching the courtyard intently, ready to rush out to help at any moment...."This child... why does he seem familiar" Mr. Tang pointed at Mu Xu, his eyes full of confusion and urgency.

He tilted his head, as if trying hard to think of something. However, being old meant having too many memories, too tangled up. Suddenly wanting to recall a specific passage was especially difficult.

Mu Xu also frowned, and after a long while, he asked, "Old sir, is your hometown Jiangbei Linzhou Prefecture Mujia Fort"

"Yes, yes!" Mr. Tang nodded eagerly and asked loudly, "Are you Baji Right"

Everyone was confused, and they couldn't help but laugh at the nickname "Eight Jin Er".

Mu Xu was also a little flushed, but mostly excited. He took two steps forward and replied loudly, "Third Uncle, it's me!"

"Oh, Ba Jiner! You look so much like your father!" Mr. Tang stumbled forward and grabbed Mu Xu, tears streaming down his face.

"You actually survived! That's amazing, wonderful! I had so many people searching for your clan's whereabouts. They all said you were dead, not a single one alive!"

"You're alive! That's wonderful, absolutely wonderful!"

Mr. Tang was so excited that his beard trembled, and he was about to faint.

Everyone was startled and quickly stepped forward to console him, "Mr. Tang, calm down. Reuniting with loved ones is a good thing!"

"That's right, that's right! Today is your birthday, and this is the best present ever!"

Let's go inside and talk slowly.

"Yes, yes, come in, hurry up!" Mr. Tang was coaxed back, grabbed Mu Xu and walked into the house.

Mu Xu only had time to give Jia Yin a look, Jia Yin nodded, signaling him to rest assured.

Soon, the crowd poured into the house, leaving Li's siblings behind.

Jia Ren whispered to his sister, "What's wrong with Mu Xu Isn't he an orphan"

Jia Yin shrugged helplessly and replied, “I don’t know either. He was arranged to live with us by his legal father. His background is definitely fine. As for the rest, I can't say much. Let's just listen first.”

Jia Ren nodded and didn't ask any further.

Mr. Tang had originally intended to stay at the academy for about half a year before leaving. He was very famous and wherever he went, he was treated as a distinguished guest.

But as I've grown older, my health hasn't been good these past two years. I can't stand the hardships of traveling on bumpy roads anymore.

Besides, he met Jia Ren, a good disciple of his. He was gifted and diligent in calligraphy practice. Jia Ren treated him with the utmost care.

Thus, he remained at the academy and even taught a calligraphy class there.

In daily life, chores like washing clothes and sweeping the floor were taken care of by attendants. Meals were prepared three times a day by the Li family's kitchen staff and delivered to his table.

Fresh fruits, vegetables, and gourds are available throughout the year, allowing us to enjoy whatever is new and in season. Life is quite pleasant this way.

At this point, everyone sat down and had tea. Mr. Tang also calmed down and began to inquire about the Mujia Fort.

Mu Xu naturally couldn't say everything in detail. He only said that all his clansmen were killed by barbarians, his parents and uncles all perished. The Marquis led troops north to save him back.

Mr. Tang couldn't help but cry again, filled with regret.

Mu Xu's grandfather was his paternal uncle. When he was young and impetuous, he was talented and arrogant, unwilling to take the imperial examinations or enter into marriage. Feeling controlled by his family, he caused a big commotion, changed his name and surname, and went out to travel the world.

Finally, he made a name for himself and grew old, planning to return to his roots.

But the barbarians breached the border passes, and the north of the river was lost!

I can only say that fate is a fickle thing, and the world is ever-changing.

For the past two years, he couldn't sleep many nights. He even wished he could just end his life and go to hell to apologize to his ancestors.

If he had a family and children outside, the Mu family incense wouldn't be extinguished.

Fortunately, heaven has mercy, and there's still a surviving great-grandson!

When he left home, a mischievous boy of four or five years old, he is now full of vigor!

"Eight pounds... no, what name did your family give you" Mr. Tang finally remembered to estimate the appearance of his great-grandson and asked for his name.

"My grandfather passed away nine years ago. Before he closed his eyes, he gave me the name 'Xu' ," Mu Xu quickly replied.

"Mu Xu Such a nice name!" Mr. Tang exclaimed, full of praise. He thought highly of Mu family's only seedling.

The sedan chair, decorated with flowers and carried by many people, naturally drew praise from onlookers. Mr. Tang was so happy that he cried one moment and laughed the next.

It was finally Dr. Zhou who spoke up, and the banquet was finally set up.

Because Mr. Tang didn't have a wife here, Jiayin couldn't stay long. She stepped forward to pay her respects to Mr. Tang as a junior, presented a birthday gift, and then prepared to take her leave.

Jiārén and Lǐgē'er stayed behind to drink, while Māo gē'er naturally had to follow her younger sister to eat and shop.

As a result, seeing Jia Yin about to leave, Mu Xu became somewhat anxious and wanted to bid farewell as well.

Mr. Tang was so overjoyed to have his long-lost grandson back that he wanted to tie him to his waist and never let go.

"Little Xu, where are you going This place will be your home from now on! Your uncle still has so many things to tell you!"

Having said that, he turned to Jiaren and said, “Jiaren, Xuzhi’s household registration is with your family, right Today, this old man is asking you for a favor. Release Xuzhi and let him return to my side, to support our Mu family line, how about it”

Jia Ren frowned, guessing that the old man mistook Mu Xu for a servant of the Li family.

If it were someone else, they could indeed be the master of this situation. But Mu Xu couldn't!

Firstly, Mu Xu was arranged to come by the Marquis.

Furthermore, Mu Xu is his younger sister's close bodyguard. He needs to take care of his sister's safety both inside and outside the palace.

He absolutely couldn't agree to send his sister's people away without permission.

He was turning his thoughts over in his mind, just about to speak, when Mu Xu snatched the conversation away from him.

"Third Uncle, I am not a servant of the Li family. I am a guard from Xinting Houfu. Before the Marquis went north, he entrusted me to protect the safety of the County Princess and I cannot easily leave her side. Third Uncle, congratulations on your birthday. In a few days, when I have some free time, I will definitely come to visit."

“How can that be” Mr. Tang grew more agitated, disregarding any sense of propriety as he exclaimed, “No matter who you are, a guard from some other household! You’re still one of the Mu family! Stay here first and wait for the Lord to return. I'll go speak with him and ask him to intercede. He can't possibly refuse me face!”

Jia Yin frowned. She had originally wanted to advise Mu Xu a few words, but hearing Mr. Tang's words, she also felt a bit unhappy.

What's wrong with you Muslims, think you're better than everyone else!

Without his stepfather's rescue, Mu Xu died, and the Mu family had long since been extinguished.

Who are you putting on airs with!

"What else can I do, I have to give you face! The Hou Mansion relies on you being alive!"

Mu Xu glanced at Jia Yin, seeing that her face was not good, immediately said, "Third Uncle, please let go first, my arm is fractured and can't be pulled."

Fracture

Mr. Tang was startled and immediately let go of his hand.

Mu Xu took the opportunity to step back two paces. He then said, "Third Uncle, if it weren't for Lord Hou's rescue, I would have died in Jiangbei long ago. A man of honor, walking through the world, places the greatest importance on the word 'trust'.

"Since I made a promise to the Marquis, I must keep it. As for the future, let's talk about it after the Marquis returns."

"Mr. Mu!" Mr. Tang was a little angry, looking at Mu Xu as if he were a mischievous child. He wanted to hit him but couldn't bear it.

Mu Xu no longer paid him any attention. He bowed his head in greeting, then turned and walked away, standing beside Jia Yin.

Today's update is here! the opportunity to propose a condition."Okay, I want to eat peaches! Last time I went there, the peaches were already as big as bowls. In two days they'll definitely be ripe!"Jia Yin giggled and play...