Return of God

"Gods and Demons" was filmed and edited in strict accordance with the flow of the original novel.So the first five episodes are all about the protagonists when they were young.

The actors who played Xiao Ergou and Xiao Murong were carefully selected. Their acting skills may not be very good, but they are definitely full of aura, which makes people like it after watching it.The most important thing is that the eyebrows and eyes of the two children are really similar to Wen Qingyuan and Qin Xiao.So in the second episode, seeing Xiao Murong being bullied by a group of people, Wen's mother's eyes were red.After today's two episodes were over, she took her son's hand. "That child is too miserable. He looks exactly like you when you were a child. It's thanks to Xiao Xiao's presence, otherwise he would have suffered a lot."

The corner of Wen Qingyuan's mouth twitched: "Mom, you're too into the drama, aren't you?"

Mother Wen sighed: "You child, you don't know how your parents feel. How can you feel good when you see your child being bullied."

"..." But that's really not your own child!Wen Qingyuan was speechless.And she gestured to her man, asking him to say a few words to interrupt.

Qin Xiao immediately grasped the spirit: "Mom. TV series, it's not like this to attract people. But don't worry, after a few episodes, when the characters grow up, they will become more powerful. But there will be a third episode and a fourth episode the day after tomorrow. , let’s think about going to see the house tomorrow. Tell me, how about spending the New Year’s Day there this year?”

Speaking of that house, Mother Wen left everything else behind. "Didn't you say that there is a courtyard at the back where people can live? Otherwise, let's go and see it tomorrow as a family, and then call the in-laws to invite them over. It must be more New Year's flavor to be able to celebrate the New Year there."

When Wen's father saw his wife happy, he unconsciously wanted to laugh. "This is your mother's biggest wish in this life. Originally, the family has made a lot of money in the past few years, so I thought about going back to my hometown to make one for her. I didn't expect Xiao Xiao to be more thoughtful than I thought, and actually bought it in the capital. It’s a courtyard house. Even the money for renovation and reinforcement is worth the value of my company, right?”

Qin Xiao smiled and said: "Where is that exaggerated. In fact, the main reason is that the original owner of the house was introduced by an acquaintance. He is not short of money, and he doesn't plan to return to China. I also heard that I set up a calligraphy and painting studio for my mother. , and it will be well repaired and reinforced, so it is much cheaper to sell to me.”

Mother Wen patted the back of Qin Xiao's hand: "Your child will avoid the important thing and say it lightly. Even so, buying a courtyard house in the capital these days is an astronomical sum. You can't do this again in the future. And you give I bought this, your parents over there..."

Qin Xiao quickly explained: "Don't worry. My parents, brother and sister-in-law all know about this, and they all sponsored them. Otherwise, I wouldn't have so much money in my small coffers. You know, my family has always felt ashamed You and Dad also feel that Xiaoyuan has lost a lot by following me. So I have this proposal, and they all support it. And we are all a family. There is no need to distinguish so clearly. "

Wen Qingyuan nodded vigorously: "That's right, Mom. Don't think too much about it. It just so happens that Brother Xiao and I can rest for a few days recently, and tomorrow I will accompany you and Dad to look at the yard. It’s been a long time since I bought New Year’s goods. It must be a great feeling to buy, buy, buy!”

Wen's mother smiled: "Okay. Then let's go shopping tomorrow. Xiaoxiao, are Xiaomeng and the others on vacation?"

Qin Xiao nodded: "Release. Recently, both of us are dealing with company affairs at the company, and there is no media work to do before the New Year. So give them a holiday and let them go home for the New Year."

Mother Wen nodded: "I wanted to take them to buy New Year's goods together. But it's a good holiday, and it's best to go home and be with the family for the New Year."

The next day, Wen's mother got up early.Wen's father also called the company specifically, saying that he had something to do in the morning and rescheduled the meeting to the afternoon.So the family of four drove straight to Xicheng District after having breakfast.When they reached the gate of Yuemao Hutong and found a parking space, they could only walk in.

Entering the alley, Wen's mother immediately felt emotional. "This kind of ancient charm is the precipitation of history, and it is definitely not comparable to those antique buildings. Look at the bricks and tiles, even the damage and black spots on the walls are so tasteful."

Father Wen also agreed: "I have also received a few antique orders before. Although we are doing interior decoration, even if it is an old thing to buy, it doesn't feel right to put it together. Oh, that's right. , Are the furniture in the house the original ones?"

Qin Xiao nodded: "No. But after identification, most of them are ordinary hardwood furniture. The oldest ones are only from the period of the Republic of China. It is said that this family has never been ruined, otherwise they would not have opened a restaurant in the old house. But those furniture are quite solid, and they are also old antiques, made by old craftsmen in the past, although they are not worth so much money, they are also different from the current ones."

Father Wen felt a little regretful after hearing this: "It's a pity. But this is not bad. If this is full of red sandalwood and huanghuali, the price will not be doubled."

The four of them chatted and walked, people coming and going in the alley looked at them, and many of them saw that Wen Qingyuan and Qin Xiao were familiar.However, young people are not at home during this period of time, so the elderly and children are not so interested in celebrities, and no one bothers them.When he reached the gate of the house, Dad Wen was speechless: "This family? This family was originally an official."

Qin Xiao replied: "Yes. It is said that the ancestors were in the imperial dining room, and later because they were appreciated by the emperor, they were given a vain job. That's why they have this house. Otherwise, how could they open a private restaurant when they were desperate, and then And made a lot of money again.”

"So what is worse than craftsmanship." Wen's father went up and touched the bronze auxiliary head on the door. "It's really good stuff."

Qin Xiao went to the side door and unlocked it, then opened the side door. "Dad, Mom, let's go in first and have a look."

Ever since he entered the yard, Wen's mother and Wen's father have never been idle.Brick by brick, even the old persimmon tree in the yard made them very fond of it.Because Qin Xiao asked for restoration rather than reconstruction, even if the bricks and tiles will be re-reinforced, they will be put back in order according to the original labels. It can be said that the grass on the ground and the glass on the windows are not original. , Others, even bricks and tiles, are more than a hundred years old.

Originally, the front yard was used as a restaurant, so after removing those tables and chairs, the room was empty.There are only some calligraphy and paintings left by the original owner, which are not well-known masterpieces after appraisal, and are currently placed here for pretending.

Unexpectedly, Wen's mother took a fancy to one of the pictures of a gentleman.The painting is an orchid. To laymen like Wen Qingyuan, Qin Xiao, and Papa Wen, it's just a few leaves and flowers.But for Wen's mother, there are many things in it.She stood by the painting and admired the brushwork, ink, posture, charm, etc. for a long time, and she liked it very much at first sight.

Wen Qingyuan raised his forehead: "Mom, is this painting so beautiful?"

Mother Wen nodded: "It's beautiful! You can see that the brushwork here is smooth and free, and you can see that the painter's skills are extremely deep. And you can see that the ink is suitable for thickness. You can tell from the color that it is a good ancient ink. This It's a pity that he didn't become famous, but judging by the year of inscription, he probably is no longer around."

"..." Wen Qingyuan was really convinced. "Mom, this painting belongs to our family anyway. When can't we see it? Let's go to the back two floors of the yard first. Don't we still have to buy new year's goods?"

Compared with the emptiness of the houses in the first two courtyards, the courtyard on the last floor is smaller and more crowded.In fact, don't look at the courtyard with three entrances, this is also a standard in ancient times.Obviously, it was just a courtyard with two entrances at the beginning, but later because of the business, it was re-partitioned.That is to say, it was also rebuilt in the old age, otherwise the overall value of the yard should have come down.Therefore, the front two yards are significantly larger. The last floor was originally supposed to be a warehouse, but was later converted into a place for people to live in, so it looks much smaller.

Don't look small, there are still eight rooms.The one in the middle of the three main rooms is the living room.There are heated kangs in the east and west rooms.But in fact, underfloor heating is laid on the ground, so the kang belongs to the kang, but there is no need to burn the stove.One of the four wing rooms was converted into a bathroom and toilet, and the other three were for people to live in.In comparison, the kitchen and dining room look larger than the main bedroom.Probably because of the professional relationship of the original owner's family, he paid special attention to meals.

Mother Wen finished reading these rooms.Think it's not enough. "In this house, the two of us share one room, the two in-laws share one room, the eldest four share one room, and the youngest Zhen Shuya shares one room. Then you two will have no place to live."

Qin Xiao smiled: "Isn't there a room with a bed in front. We just live in that room."

"Isn't that like you throwing the two of you out alone?" Wen's mother looked at him and smiled.

Wen Qingyuan grinned: "Don't be afraid. I didn't throw it too far, and I'm still at home. Mom, how is it here? Should I just move here? There are many old households living here, some leaders and some literati It is said that there are painters and so on. And there are no messy people here. Although it is not a closed community, but because it is a protected ancient building complex, the security nearby is slippery. There is a police station to the east. You live here , you can rest assured when we are not at home."

Mother Wen asked, "What about the two of you? Move here too?"

Wen Qingyuan shook his head: "If you're filming in the capital, you can come and live here from time to time. But it's definitely not possible to move here completely. It's not convenient for work."

Wen's father took his wife's shoulders: "Don't embarrass the children. You like it so much here. I like it too. And you are willing to leave your painting and calligraphy gallery? So let's do it. Just find two Trustworthy people look after the nursing home here. Xiao Xiao, can the bodyguard company you invest in find all-round talents?"

Qin Xiao smiled: "Of course! This matter is on me. In fact, Dad, you should bring two bodyguards with your current worth. Do you want me to invite you back?"

Father Wen quickly waved his hand: "Farewell. I'm fine by myself, but it's too exaggerated for two people to follow."

Wen's mother looked around again, and then decided: "Since you don't come to live here, we don't need to move there. Let's replace everything with new ones. Anyway, the new year is a new year, and new ones are good. Food and drink Things are easy to handle. Let's go buy curtains and bedding today, and then buy a new set of pots and pans. But speaking of it, those old pots and clay pots they left behind are really good things, I just don't know Can it still be used?"

Qin Xiao replied: "Look at the row of small earthen pots in the kitchen cabinet? It's about the guy who cooks their unique and secret soup. Their old man was a treasure before he was alive. But it's been three years I haven’t used it for a long time, and I don’t know if it will work.”

"Me too, why bring this up. Let's go shopping first. Lao Wen, are you going with us or to the company?"

Father Wen's attitude is very firm: "I'm going back to the company for a meeting. Things like shopping are not suitable for me."

Wen's mother snorted at him: "Don't pull it! Fortunately, I have two filial sons! I don't know what to do with you!"

Wen's father looked at the sky speechlessly, and he wanted to complain in his heart: Where do I come from such filial sons.But he dare not say...