After hearing my inner thoughts, the ancestors in the Dream of the Red Chamber went berserk.

Chapter 137 The older brother has a younger brother

This guy is trying hard to remember the current scene.

The people present also had very mixed feelings. No other family had ever treated each other like this.

We can sit together openly and happily, without any dirty secrets.

All of this is thanks to Jia Hu, who has now emerged from that state of being moved.

At first, she would run around to the two tables with her two younger brothers, rubbing against their grandfather at one table and their grandmother at the other.

Logically speaking, this should be considered highly irregular and impolite behavior.

But the adults all think that children should be freer. Being an adult is too tiring, and it's better to let them be happy when they are children.

Besides, Hu'er is usually too tense, so it's rare to see her so happy.

Jia Daishan pondered whether such a banquet should be held once a month, with a different person preparing each time and a different theme. Hu'er would definitely be happier that way.

After everyone had eaten, it was time for the actual entertainment. Since it was a small family gathering, they didn't invite any opera troupes or storytellers.

The whole family has a lot of fun playing a game of musical chairs.

I don't know if it was Sister Agate's doing, but the first time it was Jia Hu, the second time it was Jia Zhen, and then Jia Zhu. Isn't this a conspiracy? How can it be based on age?

This gave Jia Hu the feeling of performing for his parents during the Chinese New Year.

Although he had never had this experience or felt this way before, he had seen too many.

When Jia Hu was caught for the first time, Grandmother Jia laughed and said:

"I heard you tell your two younger brothers stories every night. Tell us a joke today too."

Jia Hu had no idea how a story could suddenly be related to a joke, especially since all the jokes he knew were corny!

Jia Hu thought for a long time before remembering a joke he had once seen.

Jia Hu thought and thought, but couldn't think of anything else. He didn't know why, even though his mind was usually very sharp and he could never forget anything, he was stuck right now and couldn't remember if he had ever read any books about jokes.

Once Jia Hu was determined, he began to perform.

"Cats meow, dogs bark, ducks quack, what can chickens do?"

After Jia Hu finished speaking, everyone was stunned. Jia Hu became very embarrassed. Was it because the joke was too lame and had frozen everyone in place?

Then he saw his younger brother, Jia Zhu, stand up and cheer:

"Big brother is so cute!"

This remark seemed to press the pause button, and everyone burst into laughter, praising Jia Hu for being so adorable.

Just now it was a kitten meowing, then a puppy barking, all with cute little expressions—it's so adorable it melts your heart.

Jia Hu's face flushed red instantly. It was so embarrassing! He was so focused on his performance that he hadn't expected this at all!

He said, somewhat angrily:

"Answer the question quickly, what can chickens do?"

Everyone looked at him, extremely shy, and only then did they stop smiling a little and start thinking carefully. And you know what? They really couldn't remember anything after thinking about it.

People in ancient times would never have accepted such riddles and puns.

When Jia Hu saw that they couldn't say anything, he felt a little smug, thinking, "You just made a fool of yourself."

At this moment, Jia Zhen raised his hand and answered uncertainly:

"Chickens are left to those who are prepared."

He was still a little unsure after speaking. He just remembered that his older brother had said this to him before: "Opportunity is for those who are prepared," and told him to study hard.

I just added that sentence and it felt really natural, so I thought I'd give it a try.

Jia Zhu was speechless. Was it a good thing or a bad thing that her second brother was so obedient and remembered her sayings?

After realizing that Jia Zhen had answered correctly, everyone thought about it carefully and found the statement increasingly interesting.

Jia Jing praised:

"The joke that Hu'er told, although a bit common, has a certain truth to it, especially the homophone, which makes it very interesting."

Jia Daihua also laughed and said:

"I think Hu'er's performance was much funnier than the joke. She was so cute, and her great-uncle loved her."

Jia Hu blushed again and tried to crawl under the table.

Everyone burst into laughter again. When it was Jia Hu's turn next, he was on high alert. He was extremely lucky that he caught Jia Zhen this time. Jia Hu was ready and waiting to see how his younger brother would be made fun of by everyone.

But when it came to Jia Zhen, the problem suddenly became simple.

Jia Daishan:

"Practice the boxing techniques I taught you this morning."

"That's easy!" Jia Zhen was immediately delighted. He had thought he would be teased by the adults like his brother, but it turned out he was just showing off his boxing skills.

I practice this punch every morning, so I'm very familiar with it and can do it effortlessly.

Jia Zhen's mother was incredibly moved as she watched her son practice his boxing so earnestly.

What a wise decision it was for my father-in-law to send his son here!

Jia Daihua watched as his grandson practiced boxing with impressive skill. Although his foundation was still a bit unstable, it was quite good for his age.

Jia Daihua praised him with eyes full of pride.

"Not bad, you've got half the style of your grandfather, me back in the day."

Jia Zhen was very dissatisfied.

"Grandfather, how can it only be half? I'm your grandson, shouldn't I have the whole thing?"

Jia Daihua laughed heartily:

"You little rascal, you're still so greedy. At such a young age, to have even half my flair is an understatement."

Want to be exactly like me? Practice for a few more years.

Jia Zhen was not discouraged.

“Grandfather, I will work hard, and one day I will definitely catch up with you.”

Jia Daihua's gaze softened.

"Grandfather is waiting for you, so you'd better hurry."

Everyone was deeply moved by this heartwarming scene.

Only Jia Hu pouted, looking unhappy.

Why is it that when it comes to him, everyone praises him for being cute, while Jia Zhen's younger brother can be praised for being handsome? That's not fair!

Fortunately, in the third round, it was Jia Zhu's turn. Because of his young age, Jia Daihua made a special exception:

"You should perform a show yourself, anything is fine."

The elders all thought he could recite poems because Jia Zhu studied very hard and could recite many poems.

These past few days, I've often seen him showing off everywhere that he can recite poems.

But today, little Jia Zhu, not following the usual path, puffed out his little chest and said:

"I want to box too!"

Jia Daishan couldn't help but laugh, and clapped his hands.

"Well said, that's the style of the Jia family! Come on!"

Jia Zhu, you know what, although he's young, his starting stance is quite impressive.

Those who had never seen Jia Zhu practice boxing were stunned. Jia Zheng and Wang Shi were very surprised. Could it be that their son was a martial arts genius?

Even Jia Daihua looked at his younger brother in surprise, while Jia Daishan smiled faintly and remained silent.

Sure enough, things changed completely later on.

When Jia Zhu was young, Jia Daishan and Master Wu didn't really give him any serious instructions when he followed along in the morning; they just let him exercise.

Xiao Jiazhu had been fighting many times, and his initial moves were only good enough to bluff people. However, when he fought later, compared to Jia Zhen, his moves were completely different—soft and weak, like a kitten dancing.

Everyone watched him, and he wiggled left and right like a drunken kitten, which made everyone incredibly cute.

Jia Hu felt instantly at ease. It seemed that he wasn't the cutest person tonight; it was indeed his good younger brother.

Unlike Jia Hu, Jia Zhu, at his age, still likes to be praised for being cute. Although he thinks he is very handsome, being cute is still a good compliment.

Just as Jia Zhu generously accepted the praise and expressed that she would continue to work hard in the future.

His words were so adorable that everyone couldn't resist, and Grandmother Jia couldn't help but hug him, pinching his little face and saying:

"How can my little grandson be so adorable?"

Jia Hu was actually charmed by his younger brother and began to understand why so many mothers who "virtually raise" their children found him so endearing. The cuteness of young children is simply irresistible.

The banquet lasted until very late before everyone dispersed. Jia Daihua and Jia Daishan wanted to take their three grandsons back to their courtyard first before Jia Daihua left. Along the way, watching his three grandsons skipping and jumping ahead, Jia Daishan asked:

Are you all happy today?

The answer was that there were three children, and they answered loudly:

"So happy, so incredibly happy!"

The children's loud laughter startled the birds in the nearby bamboo grove, and the sound carried far.

While Jia Hu visited his younger brother every day, causing Jia Zhen and Jia Zhu to become somewhat agitated, a month quietly passed.

Tomorrow is Jia Lian's full moon celebration. When Jia Hu went to see his younger brother again, he saw a resentful look in Jia Zhu's eyes. Jia Hu shuddered. What was wrong with him? Why did he look at her like that?

The older brother, who considered himself the elder brother, looked at his younger brother, Jia Zhu, with a somewhat disdainful gaze, which made him even more unhappy.

If it were before, when I was happy, my older brother would have come over long ago, hugged me, pinched my cheeks, praised me for being cute, and coaxed me properly.

But now, the eldest brother only wants to see that younger brother. Does that mean he doesn't like her anymore and won't be nice to her anymore?

Jia Zhu suddenly understood. This was what she had overheard from the maids: her elder brother now had a younger brother and wouldn't treat her brother well anymore.

Jia Zhu suddenly couldn't hold back her tears. "Just because we weren't born of the same mother doesn't mean it's okay," Jia Zhu suddenly felt very wronged.

Jia Hu looked at Jia Zhu and suddenly his eyes reddened, tears welling up in them. This little brother was incredibly cute, usually well-behaved, and always smiling—a little ray of sunshine.

Seeing him like this suddenly, Jia Hu was terrified all day. What was wrong? He hadn't said or done anything, so why was his younger brother suddenly about to cry?

Seeing that Jia Hu didn't come to comfort her, Jia Zhu felt even more aggrieved. Sure enough, it was all true. Her brother didn't like her anymore and only liked that stinky kid who was naked and drooling.

Jia Zhu suddenly shouted:

"My brother is so mean! What everyone is saying is true. He doesn't want me anymore and only likes that brat."

Go away! Don't come back! I'm going to live here alone from now on, and I'll never like my brother again!

Jia Zhu clenched her little fists, shouted, and then ran back to her room crying.

Jia Hu was even more confused when he was called. He was only stunned for a moment, but what was wrong with his little brother?

Jia Hu hurriedly chased after him, wondering as he ran, who said he didn't like his younger brother Jia Zhu? Who was this brat? And where did his good younger brother learn these words from?

Jia Zhu's maid, who was standing nearby, was also anxious and wanted to go over, but Dong Yun grabbed her and said, "Let the men handle their own affairs. Don't worry, Young Master Hu is here."

Hongyu was very impressed with Young Master Hu's abilities and nodded in agreement.

Hearing what Young Master Zhu said, the two maids looked somewhat anxious.

Dongyun looked at these people and tightened her lips.

When Jia Hu entered the room, he saw Jia Zhu lying on the bed, crying loudly. Jia Hu was at a loss and urgently asked for help. His usually well-behaved and cute younger brother had suddenly become angry. What should he do?

Although he didn't understand what had happened in such a short time, Jia Hu came over, patted his younger brother's head, and coaxed him gently:

"Little brother, you'll keep this to yourself. Tell your big brother what's wrong. I don't know anything about it."

Jia Zhu originally thought that her brother must be angry because she had yelled at him, but she didn't expect that her brother would come to coax her.

Jia Zhu was actually a little scared. She had been so impolite to speak to her brother like that. It was understandable that her brother was angry, and she regretted it very much.

Seeing that her brother was coaxing her, Jia Zhu obediently raised her little face and looked at Jia Hu with puppy-dog eyes.

Seeing her younger brother's eyes red from crying, Jia Hu felt a pang of heartache. This younger brother had always been very well-behaved.

Jia Hu took out a handkerchief, took his younger brother's hand, and carefully wiped his face, saying:

"Brother doesn't dislike you. Brother didn't know anything just now, and you called him that."

Jia Zhu was a little embarrassed, but after her brother coaxed her, her feelings of grievance returned, and she said in a pitiful tone:

"It's all because of my older brother. He goes to see that brat every day. He can't even talk, all he does is 'ah ah ah ah' and drool. He's either eating or sleeping, but my brother still goes to see him and plays with him every day. He doesn't care about me at all."

Jia Hu could only laugh when he heard this. So the brat was little Jia Lian, little Jia Zhu. If your little brother Jia Lian knew that you were talking to him like that, he would cry.

Jia Zhu looked at her brother, who showed no remorse and was still secretly laughing. She pouted and looked like she was about to cry again.

Jia Hu quickly explained, "My younger brothers love me so much, what am I going to do? It's a sweet problem!"

“Brother, you’re wrong to think like that. Look at us, we study together every day, and we sleep in the same room at night.”

But I only went to see my little brother Lian'er during dinner time. Actually, we spend the most time together.

Jia Hu felt something was wrong. Jia Zhu and Jia Zhen, the two younger brothers, were sometimes even more enthusiastic and excited than Jia Hu when they went to see Jia Lian, saying that they were finally the older brother and not the youngest anymore. It couldn't be that when Zhen'er went back to stay for two days, Zhu'er suddenly became like this.

Jia Zhu thought about it and realized that she and her brothers did spend more time together. But when she remembered what the maids had said, she retorted, "But everyone says that I wasn't born to my aunt, and that my brothers won't like me anymore after they have a younger brother."