Opening a Tavern in the Tang Dynasty

Chapter 338: Master Wei Shuyu, Master Fang Yizhi, Master Li Dejian

After a few days, the snow gradually stopped and the streets of Chang'an began to warm up.

In the tavern, the Yu Yu family was busy preparing to welcome the possible increase in diners.

At the same time, Wei Zheng was in the study of his own mansion, frowning slightly, the brush in his hand lightly placed on the inkstone, his eyes fell on a letter from home on the table.

His thoughts involuntarily drifted to the Qin Mansion and the Cheng Mansion, remembering Lord Qin and the children of Cheng Yaojin's family at the Zuixianlou Tavern.

"Master, what are you thinking about so intently?" The lady asked softly, interrupting his thoughts.

Wei Zheng raised his head and sighed softly, "I've been thinking it's time for our children to go out and gain some experience. Look at the children of Lord Qin and General Cheng. They've gained a lot of experience in the Zuixianlou Tavern and have become much more mature in their interpersonal relationships."

The lady nodded slightly, but also showed worry: "That's what you say, but the tavern is a place where all kinds of people gather. Will it be okay for our child to go there?"

Wei Zheng stood up and paced around his study, his hands behind his back. "That's exactly why I want him to go. Staying in this deep house all day, oblivious to the suffering of the people, how can he achieve anything great? In that tavern, he can meet all kinds of people, learn to read their expressions, and how to behave in society. That's far more important than learning from books."

"But what if he can't bear the hardship..." The lady hesitated to speak.

"A towering tree cannot grow in a greenhouse," Wei Zheng said firmly. "Children cannot always grow up under our protection. They must be allowed to experience the ups and downs of life and see the world."

At this moment, outside the window came the playful sounds of servants sweeping snow. Wei Zheng looked out the window, as if he saw his own child busy and fulfilled in the tavern. The corners of his mouth unconsciously raised: "It's settled. I'll go to Zuixianlou someday and discuss with Yuyu's family about sending the child there to gain some experience."

The lady looked at his resolute expression and although she still had some concerns, she nodded in agreement: "Then let's do as the master wishes. I just hope the child can gain something from it."

In the study, the candlelight flickered, but Wei Zheng's determination was as firm as a rock. He knew very well that this step might change his child's life and also bring a new atmosphere to his own mansion.

Outside the study, Wei Zheng's son, Wei Shuyu, heard this conversation clearly. He gently pushed open the door, walked into the study, bowed respectfully to his parents, and said, "Father, Mother, I also want to go to the Yuelai Tavern to gain experience."

Wei Zheng turned around, looking at his son with scrutiny and expectation. "Shuyu, do you know that going to the tavern to gain experience is not an easy task? You will have to do a lot of rough work and deal with all kinds of people. Are you really willing to do this?"

Wei Shuyu raised his head, his eyes firm. "Father, I understand. I grew up in this mansion. Although well-read, I know very little about ordinary people's affairs. I also long to be like the Qin and Cheng brothers, to broaden my horizons and gain experience."

The wife stepped forward and looked at her son distressedly: "Shuyu, you have never done rough work before. I am afraid you will suffer when the time comes."

Wei Shuyu smiled and comforted his mother: "Don't worry, mother. I am not afraid of hardship. I have heard that there are many interesting things in the Yuelai Tavern, and there is also the clever Miss Yuyu. I will definitely learn a lot from them."

Wei Zheng nodded with satisfaction. "That's great! Since you have such determination, I am relieved. This time, you must study hard and don't let me down."

"I will definitely live up to my father's trust." Wei Shuyu straightened his back and promised solemnly.

The wife looked at her son's determination. Although she was reluctant to let him go, she also understood that this was an opportunity for him to grow. "When you are out there, be careful in everything and take good care of yourself."

"I'll remember it, son." Wei Shuyu replied, his heart full of anticipation for the upcoming life of experience.

At the same time, in Fang Xuanling's mansion, candlelight flickered in the study.

Fang Xuanling and his wife were discussing what they had heard recently.

Fang Xuanling stroked his beard, frowned slightly, and said, "Madam, do you know that the boys from the Qin and Cheng mansions are helping to gain experience at the Zuixianlou Tavern? I heard that they have gained a lot."

The lady nodded slightly and asked curiously, "Oh? What's so special about this tavern that the children can learn from it?"

Fang Xuanling stood up and walked slowly. "The Zuixianlou Tavern is bustling with people, and you can see all kinds of things in the world. There, children can not only learn how to interact with others, but also understand the lives and thoughts of ordinary people. This will be of great benefit to their future growth."

The lady looked worried. "That being said, our child has been pampered since childhood. Can he bear to go to that tavern?"

Fang Xuanling shook his head slightly, his eyes determined. "It's precisely because they live in luxury that they need to be tempered. How can a flower in a greenhouse withstand the wind and rain?"

At this moment, there was a gentle knock on the door, and Fang Xuanling's son Fang Yiai pushed it open and said respectfully, "Father, Mother, I heard your conversation outside. I also want to go to the Zuixianlou Tavern to experience some training."

Fang Xuanling looked at his son with a scrutinizing gaze. "Yiai, do you understand that this training is no joke? The hardships involved are unbearable for ordinary people. Have you truly considered this?"

Fang Yiai straightened his chest and raised his head, his face full of determination: "Father, I have thought it through. I don't want to stay in this mansion forever. I want to go out and see the outside world and learn some real skills."

The wife walked forward, took her son's hand, and said distressedly: "Yiai, you have never suffered hardship before. Mother is afraid that you will not be able to bear it when the time comes."

Fang Yiai gently patted his mother's hand and comforted her, "Don't worry, mother. I'm grown up and can endure hardships. I heard that there are many interesting people and things in that tavern. I'm sure I can learn a lot from them."

Fang Xuanling smiled with satisfaction: "Well, since you have such ambition, your father will grant you your wish. When you go, you must learn with an open mind and never be proud."

Fang Yiai nodded heavily: "I understand, and I will not let my father down."

In this way, Fang Yiai also joined the ranks of those who wanted to go to the Zuixianlou Tavern for training, just like Wei Shuyu.

In General Li Jing's mansion, the courtyard is deep and majestic in its tranquility.

Li Jing and his wife sat opposite each other in the flower hall, and the winter sun shone through the window, casting mottled light and shadows.

Li Jing held the scroll in his hand, but wasn't focused on reading. He spoke solemnly, "Madam, I've recently heard that the children from the Qin and Cheng mansions have been training at the Zuixianlou Tavern and have changed a lot. While the tavern may seem ordinary, it's actually a great place for them to get acquainted with the people and broaden their horizons."

The lady frowned slightly, her face showing worry. "General, our child has always been with you in the army or at your residence. He is used to a strict environment. Can he adapt to a noisy place like a tavern?"

Li Jing put down his book, stood up, and walked to the window. Looking out at the courtyard in the distance, he slowly said, "It's precisely because they're used to a single environment that they need to experience different lives. In a tavern, they can meet all kinds of people and learn to adapt to changing circumstances."