I am doing well in the Siheyuan

A trace of helplessness flashed across Ye Ming's face. Children's affairs were always such a headache.

Ran Qiuye burst out laughing.

How can you make such a request in front of others?

He has taught the normal child to become weird.

"Teacher Ran, do you think this is okay?"

"Then it's settled, you have to leave after drinking the water."

You can't not even give people saliva to drink, so Ran Qiuye had to give in.

Ye Ming was secretly delighted and quickened his pace.

"Hey, that person in the car is Teacher Ran, right?"

"Yes, how come you came back on a man's bicycle?"

"I've never seen this guy before. Is he Teacher Ran's boyfriend? He's clean-shaven and can even afford a bicycle. His family must be well off!"

"What a pity! I originally wanted to introduce Teacher Ran to the son of Uncle Yi in our courtyard, but now it seems that there is no hope."

Facing the gazes from the neighbors, Ran Qiuye's mind went blank.

I was totally unprepared, and before anything was explained clearly, the person came over.

"Hey, why is it you, kid?"

"Mr. Hou? Why are you here?"

Ye Ming stopped the bicycle steadily, but Ran Qiuye was still thinking wildly and didn't understand what was going on.

"Nonsense, I live here! But you..."

"Hey, isn't this Qiu Ye? Is she here to propose marriage?"

After Ran Qiuye got out of the car, Hou Polan's gaze fell on her, and his words made her blush again.

"Uncle Hou, Ye Ming is just my friend."

"friend?"

Hou Paolan looked at Ran Qiuye, then glanced at Ye Ming, and finally his eyes fell on Xiao Xin.

"This girl looks very likable. Now that you are here, don't leave in a hurry. I have always been thinking about your cooking skills. I just happen to have half a chicken left at home. Come in and have a seat."

"Hey, Uncle Hou, Ye Ming is a guest in my house!"

Seeing that Hou Polan was determined to take the person to his home without any explanation, Ran Qiuye became extremely anxious.

"Look, how nice of him, I asked him to come to my house to get the ingredients.

Are you still worried that our Su'e will snatch it away? Let's have dinner together tonight. My dad has been thinking about your bottle of Wuliangye for a long time."

Ran Qiuye's face flushed red, and she was so embarrassed that she just wanted to find a place to hide.

Yanhua Lane is close to the Dashilan area of ​​the inner city. During the Qing Dynasty, there was a regulation that prohibited families of people other than the Manchu, Mongolian and Han Eight Banners from living in the inner city.

After the liberation of the city of 1949, many dignitaries and officials lived in hiding.

Although Red Mansions has become increasingly deserted, due to its close proximity to the inner city, there are still many wealthy families like the Polanhou family living in seclusion here.

Live at the foot of the imperial city and enjoy peace and quiet in the midst of bustle.

Xiaoxin went home first with Ran Qiuye.

Hou Paolan took Ye Ming into a not-so-big courtyard not far away.

Although this yard is not big, it is very quiet.

At first glance, six nanmu pillars stand majestically, and a couplet hangs on the door frame:

"The moon sinks into the sea of ​​fog, hiding its deep meaning; the road from Jieshi to Xiaoxiang is long."

Horizontal banner: Watching the spring and listening to the waterfall reflects life

This couplet comes from "Spring River Moon Night" by Zhang Ruoxu of the Tang Dynasty, which means a rapid rise to prominence.

This pair of couplets alone is enough to demonstrate the profound heritage of this family.

If he had not watched the TV series, Ye Ming would never have imagined that a descendant of a prince with a distinguished family background would fall to the point of collecting rags for a living.

"How do you feel? Is it pleasing to your eyes?"

"Mr. Hou, you are too polite. I am just a cook. I have never seen such a magnificent house."

"You're not serious enough."

Hou Polan smiled and said in anger, others might not be able to see it, but this couplet would definitely not be hidden from Ye Ming.

This kid's knowledge is so broad that even he himself can't figure it out.

Led by Marquis Polan, the two men walked into the bright room in the middle. Above the room hung a large plaque with the words "Zhongzhengheya" (中正和雅) inscribed on it.

Two armchairs are placed side by side below.

"Hey, is this antique furniture from the Qianlong period?"

Ye Ming could tell at a glance that these two armchairs were quite old.

"You have good taste, kid."

Hou Polan was a little surprised. Although the two armchairs had obvious features, it was indeed rare to have such a keen eye to accurately judge their age from several meters away.

Obviously, Ye Ming is a man who knows what he is talking about.

In this day and age, it is not easy to meet like-minded people.

Hou Paolan developed a strong interest in Ye Ming, and the distance between the two was invisibly shortened.

"I just happened to glimpse it in a book."

"Wait a moment, I'll show you something."

Not long after, Marquis Tattered took out a box carefully wrapped in yellow cloth.

Seeing this, Ye Ming's eyes flashed with surprise, as if he remembered something, and his eyes suddenly became hot.

"Look at this again."

"During the Kangxi and Qianlong reigns? This huanghuali wood box is indeed extraordinary, especially the golden nanmu base with the lotus pattern that says 'out of the mud but unstained'. Could it be written by Emperor Qianlong himself?"

"Good boy!"

Ye Ming once again accurately stated the origin of the treasure, which shocked Hou Polan.

You know, his vision is the result of years of practice and accumulation.

How could Ye Ming have such accomplishments? Even if it was written by Emperor Qianlong himself, others would not dare to say it easily even if they recognized it, but Ye Ming could remain calm and not even blink.

"Where did you get this treasure?"

"Of course, he came out of the palace."

Hou Paolan didn't elaborate and just put the box away.

Ye Ming knew very well that most of the treasures in Marquis Polan's hands were acquired by his ancestors from the officials in the late Qing Dynasty.

After putting the things back far away, Hou Paolan brought a plucked chicken and two pounds of pork from the kitchen.

"You can't be so reckless even if Teacher Ran doesn't care, even if you come here empty-handed."

As Hou Paolan handed the chicken to Ye Ming, he couldn't help but scold him.

"Their whole family are teachers who returned from overseas. They are not arrogant, but it is not easy to gain their approval. At least we must not lose our manners."

"I understand this, but I just didn't have time to prepare."

"You're really quick, kid. Don't worry, I'll say a few good words for you later, and it will be done soon."

It can be seen that Marquis Polan has a close relationship with Ran Qiuye's family.

With him mediating, the pressure on Ye Ming's shoulders could be relieved a lot.

"Thank you very much, Mr. Hou."

"Don't be in a hurry to thank me. I won't do you this favor for nothing."

The Broken Marquis already had other plans, but Ye Ming was a little confused. He was penniless, so what could he have that was worthy of the Broken Marquis's attention?

"Mr. Hou, please don't beat around the bush. Just tell me what you need my help with."

"It's not convenient to tell you now. Just remember that you owe me a favor. Okay, here we are."

Hou Paolan said no more and walked into the yard next door carrying an unopened bottle of Wuliangye.

After passing through the screen wall and crossing the hanging flower gate, the scene before you suddenly becomes clear.

"elder brother!"

Xiao Xin was playing with Ran Qiuye in the yard. When she saw Ye Ming coming, she immediately ran up happily to say hello.