Chapter Thirty-Four: The Universe in the Wine and the Years in the Big Pot
Xu Sanxiao accidentally discovered that a guest who came to play in the villa brought a long-faced Arhat cat. This cat was born with the temperament of a Buddha, with golden ears, a jade waist, and a fairy's back. Although it is tame, it is not incompetent.
The meowing mute cat is usually silent, but when it sounds, great disaster is about to happen. In ancient times, ignorant people thought that this cat was a nuisance to the owner, and that it was a Tai Sui who brought misfortune, and a crane god that wasted his energy. Wherever he went, there would always be disasters.
.But in the eyes of Xu Sanxiao, who has been a fairy boy for ten years, this cat is truly priceless. In his early years, he had made great ambitions to collect all four ancient species of exotic cats. Now he has obtained the ancient Chinese cat, and he has seen it again.
Is there any reason to miss this long-faced Arhat cat that ranks third?
In the dead of night, in the courtyard of the mid-level holiday house renovated by Xu Sanxiao on an old farm, the newly arrived guests could not sleep and were enjoying the coolness and drinking tea in the courtyard. Three people sat in a group around the wooden table, while the others
Standing around.
Xu Sanxiao walked into the yard carrying a jar of wild fruit wine brewed in the mountains.
"Everyone is here." Xu San smiled with joy, put the wine jar in his hand on the table, and said with a smile: "The wild fruit wine brewed in the mountain village according to ancient methods has just been taken out from the Yin and Yang Cave on the mountain. Take a sip to cool down.
To cool down, drink a few sips to prolong life and stay youthful.”
This group of people is obviously dominated by old men, young girls and majors. From what Xu Sanxiao can see, the major's appearance and demeanor are all strong and neat. It can be concluded that he is an orthodox soldier and belongs to the category of generals. Otherwise,
At his age, according to the tradition of seniority in the Chinese military, it is almost impossible to reach this rank. The old man is very grand, but his words and deeds are full of casual humor, like a person who has been in power for a long time, but lacks the
The official dignitaries had a calm and domineering air, but the bookish air was stronger. The girl looked like she was only about twenty years old. She was of average appearance but had a good temperament. She was tall and slender, and her manners were elegant. Although she was a bit difficult to get along with, she was not
They lost their ladylike demeanor. The identity of these three people is unknown, but it is certain that they must be rich or noble. If you want to get this cat from them, you will definitely not be able to rob it, you can only get it by trick.
The girl held the long-faced arhat cat, and unprofessionally stroked the arhat cat's splendid body with her slender, white hands. She glanced at Xu Sanxiao, then looked at the wine jar, and said, "You are quite eloquent.
I'm borrowing your kind words, but we're bringing the drinks ourselves, so there's no need to be polite."
The major also refused: "My grandpa is old and not in good health. He has always loved drinking alcoholic beverages. However, the doctor has issued an order prohibiting him from drinking any alcoholic beverages, so I still have to thank Village Chief Xu for his kindness."
The old man watched helplessly as the major picked up the wine jar and returned it to Xu Sanxiao's hand, looking quite regretful.
When Xu Sanxiao took the wine jar, he seemed to carelessly pause it in his hands. The wine jar tilted slightly, the lid moved, and the bright and refreshing wild fruit wine flowed out. The refreshing and refreshing loquat fruit was the main ingredient, mixed with a few
The wild fruit wine brewed from the Yangyuanguben herbal medicine exuded a refreshing smell. It instantly entered the noses of the people in the room, and the major's hand suddenly stopped.
Xu Sanxiao took a deep look at the old man and said: "Although this old man is already old, his body is light and healthy, and his qi and blood are not exhausted. It's just that there is something in the chest and lungs that hinders breathing. Under normal circumstances, alcohol can facilitate breathing."
Blood circulation will make that thing congested, so the doctor prohibits drinking. But my wine is different. Not only is it not intoxicating, but it can also cure diseases and strengthen the body. It only has the taste of wine but no effect of wine. Drinking it
It nourishes the heart and refreshes the lungs in the stomach, I can guarantee that the old man will be fine after drinking it."
The recipe for this wild fruit wine came from Zhou Zhirou, an authentic Taoist disciple who was the number one Taoist and Taoist health-preservation expert in the contemporary era. At that time, Zhou Zhirou was suffering from a terminal illness, and the doctor declared that it would be impossible to live for more than half a year, in order to extend his life.
I spent a huge sum of money to buy this recipe from my master, and I actually lived an extra year and a half against the odds. Although this medicinal wine cannot be said to have magical effects that can conquer the creation of heaven and earth, it can indeed conquer the subtlety of yin and yang in heaven and earth, and it has the ability to harmonize
The five elements of the human body are balanced and have a miraculous effect in maintaining health and strengthening Qi.
As soon as Xu Sanxiao spoke, the expressions of the three people present changed at the same time. The girl frowned slightly and looked at Village Chief Xu with wide eyes, showing surprise in her eyes. The major looked solemn, with hesitation and confusion on his face. But the old man laughed.
, pointing to the stool next to him and smiling: "Young man, what you said is a bit interesting. It's as if your eyes can see through things. There are indeed things in my body that shouldn't be there. I guess I'm going to die soon. All these things have been destroyed."
You can see, it’s really not that simple.”
After looking at Xu Sanxiao, the major looked serious and asked: "Village Chief Xu, do you know medicine?"
Xu Sanxiao waved his hand and said: "I don't dare to say this. I can only say that I know a little bit about health preservation. The reason why I know the old man's symptoms is actually because my adoptive father also suffered from the same disease as the old man. Those days
I have taken care of him for a long time, and I am very familiar with the appearance, symptoms and breathing rhythm of people suffering from this disease, so I dare to make a judgment."
The major exclaimed, "So that's it." He pointed to the wine jar and asked, "Village Chief Xu, do you think this kind of wine will be helpful in treating my grandpa's illness?"
Xu Sanxiao solemnly said: "Strictly speaking, this is not considered wine. It is actually a wine-like liquid prepared according to ancient Taoist health-preserving recipes. My adoptive father was injured when he was young, and his energy was exhausted. After he got sick, he was already terminally ill.
I have lived on it for an extra year and a half. I noticed that the old man had difficulty breathing, which was the same as my adoptive father's symptoms that day, so I thought of it. I originally wanted to ask the old man to taste it in the name of a toast, but since you have put this
If you think it's wine and you have any doubts, just pretend I didn't say anything." After saying that, he took the wine jar into his hand and stood up to leave.
The major quickly stopped him and said, "Village Chief Xu, please wait a moment."
Xu Sanxiao turned around and stopped. The major was looking at him sincerely, and the girl's eyes were cold and suspicious.
"Village Chief Xu, how much does this jar of wine cost?" the major asked.
The girl pursed her lips and said harshly: "Look, after all, this is still the case."
Xu Sanxiao smiled slightly, put the wine jar back on the wooden table, sat down calmly, and said: "You guys come to my villa for hunting and consumption. If I want to make some money, where can't I make it? Why do I need to be a villa?
Are you a legal person who came here personally to deliver wine in the middle of the night? Are you looking for trouble? This wine is just for a few people to drink. If it helps the old gentleman’s symptoms, I still have some stored in the Yin Yang Cave on the mountain. You can go.
You can bring it with you when you arrive, this is a gift from me personally and it will definitely not cost you a penny."
The major waved his hand and said: "This matter needs to be discussed in the long run, but I want to take this bottle of wine away and test its ingredients, so I'd better ask the village chief to negotiate a price."
Xu Sanxiao took a deep look at the old man. Who is this old man? How can something as simple as drinking a cup of medicinal wine be so complicated? He said calmly: "In that case, I'll charge you ten yuan as a token fee, and I'll calculate it before I leave."
The food and drink expenses are on the account.”
The old man was not very satisfied: "Haifeng, what are you doing? Village Chief Xiao Xu is sincere. Did he ask you about money from the moment you entered the house? You still want to take it back for testing. This is purely a villain.
With such a big deal like Huxiao Villa being poked here, it’s not worth the price of a jar of wine? Besides, even if no one harms me and everything goes smoothly, how long can your grandpa live?” With that, he reached over and raised the jar of wine.
Lift the lid, pour the wine into the tea cup, and suddenly the whole yard is filled with the clear fragrance of wild fruit wine.
The major and the girl moved at the same time to stop him.
Regardless of the major and the girl's obstruction, the old man picked up the cup and took a sip. Taste the taste, his eyes lit up, and he praised: "Wonderful, this is really not wine. You two little guards should try it quickly."
As he spoke, he picked up the small cup and took another sip.
Xu Sanxiao picked up a jar and gave each of the major named Haifeng and the girl holding the cat a cup.
Haifeng refused to drink it and said: "If this wine is really curative for my grandfather's disease, it will be priceless. If I drink a glass, it will be a waste. My cousin is the most sensitive to alcohol. Just let her have a taste."
The girl took a shallow sip, clicked her tongue, took another sip, shook her head, and drank it all in one gulp. After a while, she was confused and said: "It obviously has the taste of wine, but it doesn't have the taste of alcohol. Drink a little in your mouth."
I don’t even feel it irritates my taste buds, it feels so cold and cooling all my orifices, it’s so comfortable.”
Xu San smiled and said: "You don't need to drink too much of this wine in one meal. Just two glasses of this big cup are enough. If you drink too much, your body will not be able to absorb the medicinal properties and it will be wasted. Doesn't the old man cough often?"
The old man said: "Yes, I can't sleep when I cough, and I will die every time."
"If you drink two drinks now, I guarantee that you can have a good night's sleep tonight." Xu Sanxiao said and stood up to leave.
The major stood up at the same time, "Village Chief Xu, please stay." He stretched out his hand and said, "Zhao Haifeng, works at the Provincial Military Region Vehicle and Ship Department Management Center."
Xu Sanxiao stretched out his hand and held Zhao Haifeng's hand, and said: "Xu Sanxiao, the head of Huxiao Village in Xiema Town, and also the operator of Huxiao Villa."
Zhao Haifeng pointed at the girl and said, "This is my cousin Qi Rongrong."
Xu San smiled like a spring breeze: "It turns out to be Miss Qi, we have finally gotten to know each other."
Qi Rongrong also stood up and nodded, indicating that it was not convenient for her to hold hands with the cat. She spoke in a softer manner than before, "Xu Sanxiao, your name is quite interesting. Don't mind my attitude towards you just now. I am the greedy old man."
Grandpa, you can also see that there is something wrong with him. I am the one responsible for looking at his mouth, so why??????"
Xu Sanxiao waved his hand and said: "Of course it is, you are filial, I have nothing to be angry about." He then said: "It's getting late. You guys have to go hunting in the mountains tomorrow, so you'd better rest early. I'll be there tomorrow morning.
Invite the best hunter in the villa to accompany you to the hunting park."
Zhao Haifeng said: "My grandpa studied abroad in England when he was young and participated in several wild boar hunting activities. He can't forget the fun even after returning to China for almost sixty years. So when I heard that you set up a hunting park here, I came all the way.
We came here regardless of anything, and as you can see, we are well prepared, so please ask Village Chief Xu to arrange a satisfying prey for his old man tomorrow no matter what."