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Chapter 255 Drinking and Complaining

"My Ninth Junior Brother has been away on his training journey for almost half a year now, and I am really worried about him. Does Master know when he will be able to return?"

The ninth senior brother mentioned by the Holy Son was the youngest among his many fellow disciples, and also the one with whom he had the closest relationship.

"Hmm... Come to think of it, the date is indeed about right. Let's wait and see."

If he still hasn't returned by then, then send some more people to that place. The Grand Preceptor knew that the friendship between the two was deep and extraordinary.

"Yes, Master. If there's nothing else, I'll take my leave." The Holy Son stood up respectfully, bowed to the imposing figure before him, and then slowly turned and left.

His slender figure appeared exceptionally upright in the sunlight, and his steps were light yet steady.

After descending from the upper floor of the Imperial Preceptor's Hall, the Holy Son returned to his study in deep thought.

After entering the room, he gently closed the door, walked to the desk, sat down, spread out a clean sheet of Xuan paper, and picked up his brush to begin writing and drawing.

He would sometimes furrow his brow, as if he were thinking about something.

Meanwhile, Jiang Chengkun on the other side looked annoyed, having lost the medicine he had finally managed to get!

Left with no other choice, he had to bite the bullet and go to the same senior brother from before for help again.

However, no matter how much he pleaded and begged, he only received a bottle of half-finished medicine.

Jiang Chengkun didn't dare to delay after receiving the medicine, as he knew its importance.

To prevent the medicine from being stolen again, he specifically asked several of his close fellow disciples to go to the Gu family with him.

On the way, they were cautious and vigilant, observing the movements around them.

Finally, the group arrived safely at the Gu family's house.

Jiang Chengkun couldn't wait to feed the medicine to Gu Chuan, who was lying on the hospital bed.

To everyone's delight, Gu Chuan's high fever subsided shortly after taking the medicine. However, to everyone's dismay, he was still unable to move his legs and would likely have to rely on crutches to walk for most of the future.

Faced with this result, Jiang Ying, who was standing to the side, couldn't help but burst into tears.

She couldn't accept this cruel reality and kept begging Jiang Chengkun to think of other solutions.

However, Jiang Chengkun was also helpless and could only shake his head and sigh silently.

In the end, Jiang Ying gradually calmed down from her despair and had to accept the fact.

In stark contrast, Su Yue, Dali, and Gu Yuan were enjoying their happy time.

The three of them had already quietly climbed over the wall of the Gu residence and headed straight for the Cangxiang Pavilion.

Even Gu Yuan, who usually opposes Su Yue coming to places like this, surprisingly came along this time without saying a word.

The three of them drank heartily in the Tibetan Incense Pavilion, their laughter echoing throughout the building accompanied by melodious music.

Because of the serious injuries suffered by his two children these past few days, Lord Gu seemed to have aged ten years in an instant, and his originally jet-black hair had grown many silver strands.

One after another, the most skilled imperial physicians were summoned to the Marquis's residence, but after examining the children's injuries, they all shook their heads and sighed, indicating that they were helpless.

Faced with this outcome, Lord Gu's sorrow surged like a tidal wave, almost overwhelming him.

Filled with sorrow and with nowhere to vent his feelings, he hurriedly ran to the courtyard where the old Marquis Gu lived, hoping to get some comfort from his father.

However, when he arrived breathlessly, he was told that the old Marquis had gone out and it was unknown when he would return.

This made Lord Gu feel incredibly disappointed.

Left with no other choice, Lord Gu turned and left the mansion, heading to a nearby tavern to confide in his nemesis and good brother, Zhou Xiaoci.

Upon seeing Zhou Xiaoci, Lord Gu poured out all his grievances like beans spilling from a bamboo tube: "Zhou Xiaoci!"

You be the judge, I, Old Gu, have never done anything wrong in my life, have I?

Why won't God open his eyes and see? Those poor children are now either injured or disabled.

"Are we really going to just stand by and watch our Gu family line die out and have no one to carry on the family name?" With that, without waiting for Zhou Xiaoci's response, Lord Gu picked up the wine cup on the table and drank it all in one gulp.

Seeing Lord Gu's appearance, Zhou Xiaoci couldn't help but raise the corners of his mouth and reveal a mocking smile, saying, "Oh ho, old Gu, what's wrong with you, only knowing how to drink to relieve your boredom and leaving me aside to complain?"

And also, stop complaining all the time. I think God has already been kind enough to your family!

At least your third son came back safe and sound. How come...

How come in your mouth it becomes "no one to carry on the family line"? Why don't you just give me your son to raise? I promise I'll love him like my own flesh and blood, how about that? Hahahaha…”

"Absolutely not! Want a son? Go have one yourself if you dare!"

All you ever do is try to take advantage of other people's kids, huh! You Zhou fellow, I came to you to vent my frustrations and complain, and what did I get in return?

"You actually schemed to steal my son away!" Lord Gu said angrily, reaching for the wine pot, filling the wine cup in front of him to the brim, and then handing it to the person sitting opposite him.

"Come on, drink! I'm going to get you drunk today, so you won't always be looking for a chance to make a fool of yourself!" Lord Gu said fiercely, his eyes wide.

Seeing this, Zhou Xiaoci smiled slightly, calmly took the wine glass, tilted his head back and drank it all in one gulp.

Then, he shook his head slightly and sighed helplessly: "Hey! Old Gu, don't you know what a shrew I have at home?"

We've been married for fifteen years now. Although she gave birth to five daughters, they're all lovely little beauties!

My poor wife, after giving birth to these five daughters, her health has deteriorated. I really can't bear to let her suffer the pain of pregnancy and childbirth any longer.

So, it seems we'll truly face a situation where we have no descendants left!

Upon hearing this, Lord Gu burst into laughter and patted Zhou Xiaoci on the shoulder forcefully: "Haha, never mind all that, let's live for today!"

Let's keep drinking! We're not leaving until we're completely drunk!

Zhou Xiaoci was known throughout the capital as a man who was terrified of his wife.

Although he and Lord Gu often clashed in court and were veritable mortal enemies, once they left court, they immediately became like brothers in misfortune.

The reason why Zhou Xiaoci was so afraid of his wife was because the couple had a deep affection for each other.