There is a happy inn in the capital.

Chapter 66 Becoming Her Apprentice

Liang Yuying was relieved. No young ladies in the capital knew how to do laundry; they were all pampered and never lifted a finger. She had assumed Li Shuchen wouldn't know either, but she hadn't expected him to do it even better than her.

The two sat side by side, washing clothes. Li Shuchen produced a lot of foam, a wicked smile playing on his lips.

Taking advantage of Liang Yuying's inattention, he swiftly smeared the substance on her face, and then burst into laughter.

"O(n_n)O Hahaha~"

Liang Yuying reacted, her eyes narrowed slightly, a smile playing on her lips. She quickly scooped a clump of foam from the basin and smeared it on Li Shuchen's face, instantly leaving a blob of foam on his skin.

Liang Yuying imitated Li Shuchen and laughed out loud, her laughter light and cheerful.

"Hahaha"

Li Shuchen refused to accept defeat and continued fighting, but her opponent was simply too strong. She was no match for him, and after a few moves, she was defeated.

He had no choice but to admit defeat, muttering, "I was wrong, I was wrong, I won't do it anymore, please forgive me."

Liang Yuying stopped, looked at Li Shuchen with a smile, and said, "Your skills aren't up to par yet; you need to keep practicing."

Li Shuchen: "Hmph, just wait until I get stronger, I'll definitely defeat you."

Liang Yuying: "Okay, I'll wait for you."

After they finished washing their clothes, it was time for dinner.

Most of the girls have returned and eaten dinner.

They were still practicing martial arts in the courtyard, but not sparring; they were practicing on their own.

Wearing an orange training uniform, Li Shuchen enthusiastically practiced the basic moves twice with them in the courtyard.

After Liang Yuying's guidance, I no longer felt back pain or stiffness after the treatment; instead, I felt very energetic.

He called out to them, "Which lady would like to have a match with me?"

As soon as she finished shouting, seven or eight girls wanted to have a go with her.

Li Shuchen picked the youngest one, who looked to be around thirteen or fourteen, and said, "This young lady will do."

The youngest girl clasped her hands in greeting and said, "Excuse me, Miss Li."

Li Shuchen returned the greeting with a fist salute, and the two began to fight.

Three moves, just three moves

Li Shuchen was utterly defeated, feeling incredibly humiliated. She had initially thought she was quite capable because of Liang Yuying's guidance, and had wanted to show off, but in the end...

She specifically chose the youngest one, thinking he probably wasn't very strong and she could beat him, which would also make Yu Ying look good.

However, the girls didn't seem to think Li Shuchen was embarrassed; instead, they told her how to counter this move.

Then Li Shuchen continued sparring with the little girl, and this time they managed to reach the fifth move.

The girls were all very nice and patient, teaching Li Shuchen again and again.

Li Shuchen practiced again and again, changing players one after another, becoming more and more enlightened with each practice.

Gradually discover its wonders.

It was so exhilarating and satisfying!

Liang Yuying, who had appeared at the back at some point, said softly, "You've improved."

Li Shuchen was overjoyed. Who knew he'd been praised by the handsome Yingzhu!

On the very first day, she praised my progress. I'm so amazing!

Li Shuchen laughed and said, "Haha, it's all thanks to you and the girls for teaching me so well."

Li Shuchen woke up at 9 a.m. the next day, feeling a little annoyed. He must have been too tired the day before to wake up so late.

After washing up and going outside, I found the girls already practicing.

Liang Yuying offered guidance from time to time.

When Liang Yuying saw Li Shuchen coming over, she said, "You're awake. I didn't wake you this morning because you were sleeping so soundly. The food is keeping warm in the kitchen."

Li Shuchen: "Good"

Lifting the pot lid in the kitchen, I found a rice bowl with minced meat and tofu. The minced meat was so little it was practically negligible.

This can't go on like this. Her father doesn't give her any money, and Liang Yuying probably doesn't have much either, judging from her living conditions. Even if Liang Yuying has some money, it's all spent on the girls.

Li Shuchen sat down and started shoveling rice into his mouth, pondering as he ate.

Then he nodded, "Yes, that works."

After finishing her meal and saying goodbye to Liang Yuying, Li Shuchen drove away in her carriage. She only told Liang Yuying that she had something to do and would be back in the evening, without saying what she was going to do.

Li Shuchen first went to the South Market and spent fifty taels of silver to buy the fattest pig in the market, weighing several hundred jin. He had the butcher butcher butcher it, load it onto a carriage, and then quickly drove away.

I also went to my family's vegetable farm and bought a lot of vegetables.

Spinach, chives, romaine lettuce

Potatoes, eggplants, tomatoes

The carriage was packed full.

On the way back, Li Shuchen kept looking around, afraid that someone was following him. Once he found no one was around, he drove back to Liang Yuying's courtyard, by which time it was already dark.

Li Shuchen parked the carriage, took out the large red silk he had bought, and hung it on the carriage, along with a string of firecrackers.

Li Shuchen stood at the door and shouted, "Yuying, Liang Yuying, come out quickly!"

"Come out quickly!"

Liang Yuying was so worried that Li Shuchen was in danger that she rushed out of the training area, taking a group of girls with her.

When she reached the door, Liang Yuying froze.

Li Shuchen was also stunned. How could there be so many people? The entrance was completely packed, and some girls had even climbed onto the wall because there was no room to stand.

Liang Yuying asked, "What does this mean?"

Li Shuchen did not answer, but turned to set off firecrackers.

"Crackling, crackling, crackling"

Li Shuchen pulled Liang Yuying to the due east direction, where she was alone. Then, Li Shuchen opened the back door of the carriage.

Straightening his posture and adjusting his clothes, he bowed respectfully to Liang Yuying.

Li Shuchen: "Master, please accept my bow."

"This is a gift I prepared for you as a token of my acceptance of your apprenticeship. I hope you will not find it offensive, Master."

Liang Yuying didn't speak, but first helped Li Shuchen up, and then said...

"You might have thought I was disgusted, but I'm overjoyed. I'll accept this gift."

"Oh~~~"

The girls around were all cheering and laughing.

Liang Yuying: "Move everything to the kitchen."

The girls started lining up to carry vegetables.

"Wow, that's a huge pig! It must take a lot of people to move it!" the youngest girl said, pointing at the meat.

Li Shuchen patted her shoulder: "Caiyi, I'll make braised pork for you tonight, so eat as much as you want."

Caiyi replied with a beaming smile, "Okay!"

The girls lined up to carry their things into the kitchen, and Li Shuchen wanted to help too.

Liang Yuying pulled Li Shuchen into her private room.

Li Shuchen thought she had something to teach her, so she listened carefully.

As a result, Liang Yuying told her, "I know you wanted to improve the meals for me and these girls, which is why I thought of becoming your apprentice."

I am very grateful to you. No one has ever cared about me like this before. So, you don't need to call me Master, just call me Yuying. I will continue to teach you martial arts from now on.

Her eyes sparkled, her gaze sincere, filled with joy and gratitude.

Li Shuchen couldn't resist, walked over, hugged her, and replied, "Okay, Yuying."

Mmm~, I got to hug Yuying, so happy!

Li Shuchen released her and invited, "I'm going to the kitchen to cook. Do you want to come with me?"

Liang Yuying: "Of course, I'll assist you."

Li Shuchen took Liang Yuying's hand and said as they walked towards the kitchen, "Come on, let me show you my cooking."