latelenovela Chapter 289 The birthday party begins
Chapter 289 The birthday party begins
Zhang Chengjin turned around and looked at Xu Wenyan.
"I'm sorry to make you laugh."
Xu Wenyan waved his hand and said, "Thanks to Brother Zhang, I thought I would break my promise today."
The more he said this, the more guilty Zhang Chengjin felt. He dragged Xu Wenyan's arm and walked inside: "The birthday banquet has indeed not started yet, but if Brother Xu doesn't mind, you can go sit in the main hall first. There aren't many people there."
So if you pull me, I can't refuse, Xu Wenyan secretly complained, and then took out a small wooden box from his pocket.
"Brother Zhang, you know my family is poor and I can't afford a decent birthday gift."
Zhang Chengjin looked at Xu Wenyan and smiled: "I just asked you to come over for dinner, fun, and to enjoy the good times. I've sent your gift to you, and it's all registered."
Xu Wenyan also smiled. This person didn't explain it clearly earlier. The pearl would cost at least ten or twenty taels. He was reluctant to exchange it several times.
Following Zhang Chengjin into the Zhang Mansion, there were bright red and gold cloth strips inside, and red lanterns could be seen, just like the New Year.
Moreover, this mansion is at least a thousand square meters, which is really luxurious.
It took more than a quarter of an hour just to walk from the grand gate of this mansion to the huge main hall. Xu Wenyan couldn't help but sigh that these rich young masters must have very good physical fitness.
"Be careful, the threshold is a bit high." Seeing Xu Wenyan looking around, Zhang Chengjin pulled his wrist and led him inside.
"Oh, good."
As soon as he entered the main hall, what caught his eye was a beautiful painting of eight horses. There was a scent of sandalwood in the room, but Xu Wenyan couldn't tell what kind of scent it was.
"Have you had breakfast? I'll go to the kitchen and get you some," Zhang Chengjin said softly.
"I have already eaten."
After Zhang Chengjin nodded, he asked Xu Wenyan to stay here for a while. He still had some things to do. In order to avoid trouble, he left one of his servants behind.
Xu Wenyan sat down on the sandalwood chair, picked up the tea on the table and poured himself a cup. Just smelling the fragrance of the tea made him feel relaxed.
This mansion is truly ancient and quaint. The countryside in ancient times is actually very similar to the modern one. Living in the countryside is more like life in childhood.
Only when he got here did Xu Wenyan feel a strong sense of time travel.
Xu Wenyan had just taken a sip of tea when he was stopped by a middle-aged man: "Cheng Jin, how are the preparations for the banquet going?"
Xu Wenyan put down the cup and looked at the man in navy blue satin for a while.
Zhang Kai was stunned for a while. The boy in front of him looked so much like his own child. After observing carefully for a while, he could still see the difference.
Mainly because there are so few people with this skin color, Zhang Kai subconsciously thought it was his son without looking carefully.
"you are?"
At the same time, the guards left behind by Zhang Chengjin explained to Zhang Kai.
"So you are Chengjin's friend. You came so early. Have you had breakfast? Your uncle Zhang brought you some food." Perhaps because Xu Wenyan looked a bit like Zhang Chengjin, Zhang Kai couldn't help but feel close to this young man.
Xu Wenyan quickly stood up and said, "Uncle Zhang, I've eaten." Because the elder called him so familiarly, Xu Wenyan had to accept it, otherwise it would be a lack of face.
"Okay, okay." Zhang Kai stroked his beard. It was the first time he saw a third person with the same skin color in the family besides the old man and the second son. It was truly fate.
Zhang Kai nodded: "Chengjin's elder brother is not at home. He is busy with household chores, so he has no time to accompany you. I also have to go to the kitchen to take a look. Just tell Xiao Zhao if you need anything." Zhang Kai pointed to the guards left behind by Zhang Chengjin.
Zhang Kai just turned around and looked back: "Kid, what's your name?"
"Oh, my name is Xu Wenyan. Uncle Zhang, you can call me Xiao Xu or Xiao Yan." Xu Wenyan replied. He originally thought that these rich people were difficult to get along with, but it seemed that they were quite friendly.
"I'll call you Wen Yan. I call you Cheng Jin at home. Haha. I have to go now."
"Well, walk slowly."
Xu Wenyan sat down again with a confused look on his face, thinking: "Did I unlock the golden finger of a popular man? Although I am handsome and suave."
Ever since I came here, except for my family, everyone around me seems to like me very much, and I have quite a lot of suitors. It's hard not to be suspicious.
For the next half hour, Xu Wenyan sat and drank tea, while Xiao Zhao stood beside him and only responded with one or two words when he spoke to him.
Xu Wenyan felt that he was really boring, so he just watched the servants busying around in the yard.
The air was already filled with the aroma of food. After all, they were a wealthy family and were willing to use spices, oil and salt.
I heard from the servants that the Zhang Mansion has several dishes cooked in royal style, and they are delicious.
I don’t know how long I waited before Xu Wenyan saw an acquaintance.
"Master Wei."
Master Wei and a steward walked to Xu Wenyan's side and said, "Young Master Xu didn't come with me. It's really strange."
"Haha, I didn't think it through. I deserve to be punished." Xu Wenyan replied.
After a few words, Master Wei took out an invitation from his sleeve and said, "Brother Xu, come to my daughter's birth party in two days. There will also be a full moon banquet in a month."
Xu Wenyan was pleasantly surprised: "Mrs. Wen gave birth to a girl. What a coincidence! My cousin gave birth to a boy, who was also born yesterday."
Old Master Wei was also happy. After all, he was only 27 or 28 years old, which was considered late in ancient times. He was also happy to hear the news: "My wife gave birth at night, and your cousin's boy is still here."
"I remember it was already afternoon."
"Hahaha, if it is fate, then I won't send you this invitation. When the hundred-day banquet comes, I will invite you and your cousin's family to the Wei Mansion to celebrate together. How about that?"
Xu Wenyan nodded and said, "If Master Wei invites me, I must come."
Just as the two were chatting, the banquet officially began. A lot of people gathered in front of the courtyard of the main hall, and many even came into the lobby.
At a glance, Xu Wenyan saw that they were all wealthy families in Feng County, including Manager Wang from the winery, Manager Liu from the salt shop, and even County Magistrate Cheng's legal advisor.
Officials are not allowed to interfere in such folk affairs, but the Zhang family has boosted the county's economic development in just a month, and has directly boosted the transportation route in another state.
County Magistrate Cheng also knew the financial strength of the Zhang family, so he had to show some appreciation for the old man's birthday.
But if he comes in person, some rumors might arise, so letting the master come is the best option.
"Master Zhang is here!" Following a loud voice, everyone turned their eyes to the right side. Master Zhang and Old Lady Zhang walked out slowly with the help of servants.
There was a smile in his eyes.
When Xu Wenyan saw this photo of the old man, he was stunned. This old man is so white?