In the banquet hall of the restaurant, Su Xiaolou divided the gold dug out from the treasure equally among everyone. The scholar and other friends laughed happily, because this year they could finally live a prosperous New Year. However, Su Xiaolou's expression did not show much joy, and he was not very interested in drinking.
"Boss, what's wrong with you? You look a little unhappy?" Xiucai put his arm on Su Xiaolou's shoulder and asked.
Su Xiaolou took a sip of wine and replied tactfully: "Laifu will accompany Yue Qingyan and wait for them to return to their hometown to celebrate the New Year. They may not return until after the Lantern Festival. This year I am the only one celebrating the New Year."
The scholar smiled and said: "Boss, don't treat us like outsiders. We will celebrate the New Year with you, right?"
Su Xiaolou forced out a smile and muttered to himself: "Drink, drink."
The scholar continued to tell the story of what happened in Yunnan. The scholar and others were filled with envy and eager to go on a business trip together.
When Su Xiaolou returned home after drinking, he saw that the inner courtyard was empty except for two aunties who lived in the outer courtyard.
"Damn, even the dog was taken away." Su Xiaolou complained. He carried a lantern and went up to the attic of the women's family in the east chamber, hoping to find some Yunnan red flowers to sell to make up for some losses. He entered Yue Ziyi's room and searched under the floor, but did not find the wooden box containing the Dianhong flowers. Then, he went to Qiqige and others' room, but unfortunately he couldn't find any trace of Dian Honghua. It seems that they all took away a box of Yunnan red flowers.
"These bastards, did they expect that I would come to steal?" Su Xiaolou returned to his room disappointed, his heart filled with a feeling of emptiness and loneliness. Then he said hello to the two aunts living in the outer courtyard, mounted his horse and left home.
The Fengyue Tower is brilliantly lit at night.
"Brother Li?" The front desk greeted guest Rao Liu in surprise and said, "Why are you here?"
"Can't I come?"
"You rarely show up!"
This "rarely seen" title made Su Xiaolou feel emotional. Once upon a time, he actually became a rare guest in Fengyue Tower.
"Do you need company?"
"I'm looking for Sanniang."
"…"
"Brother Li, are you looking for Sanniang? She is not here tonight." The front desk replied politely.
Su Xiaolou nodded slightly disappointedly. He did not expect that Sanniang would not be in Fengyue Tower tonight. However, he was not discouraged. After all, he did not come to Fengyue Tower to find Sanniang.
"Then please give me a quiet private room. I need to be alone." Su Xiaolou said, looking a little tired.
The front desk happily arranged a private room, and Su Xiaolou found it alone. Through the window, he looked at the twinkling stars in the night sky, his thoughts wandering.
Memories flooded into his mind, that year when they were supposed to be reunited happily, but he was the only one left. He lamented his unwarranted pursuit, and his past greed made him lose many precious things.
However, Su Xiaolou felt a little relieved. He realized that life is not just about gold and silver wealth that can bring happiness. The love between family and friends is the most touching and important part of life.
Su Xiaolou understood that he already had a group of cherished friends. They not only shared the hard work of the restaurant with him, but also always cared about his joys and sorrows. They never left his side during his lowest moments.
His thoughts gradually calmed down, and Su Xiaolou decided to put aside the worries in his heart and face the future with a peaceful heart. He believes that no matter how cold this winter night is, tomorrow will still be a new beginning.
Take the initiative to find happiness instead of blindly chasing financial satisfaction. Su Xiaolou decided to change himself and redefine the value of life.
The next day, Su Xiaolou set off from Fengyue Tower early in the morning. He planned to find Qian and Yue Qingyan to spend this special New Year's Day with them. He wanted to express his thoughts and gratitude to them.
Back home, Su Xiaolou unexpectedly found that the two aunts had returned. Seeing him appear, they suddenly showed expressions of joy. Su Xiaolou asked distressedly: "Aunts, did you come back overnight?"
The aunts smiled and said, "Brother Li, we know you are celebrating the New Year alone at home, and we feel sorry for you. We came here specially to be with you."
Su Xiaolou was moved to tears. He hugged the aunts affectionately and said gratefully: "Thank you, thank you very much."
This year, although he was not rich, Su Xiaolou felt that he was the happiest person in the world. He experienced the warmth of family and the sincerity of friendship. He finally understood that happiness does not only depend on the amount of wealth.
From then on, Su Xiaolou kept important things in his heart. He cherished the relatives and friends around him even more, and he was willing to manage this precious emotion with warmth and care.
This story is no longer just a treasure hunt, but an inner exploration and life transformation. Su Xiaolou understands that happiness does not lie in seeking external wealth, but in inner satisfaction and being with the people you love.
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One quiet night, Su Xiaolou and Sanniang made an appointment to spend a happy time together in a brothel. Su Xiaolou had a good capacity for drinking and soon became drunk.
"You drank too much, I'll have someone take you back." Sanniang suggested with concern.
"I don't want to go back." Su Xiaolou stood up and staggered onto Sanniang's bed.
Sanniang shouted in shame and anger: "You can't sleep here."
"I'm sleepy." Su Xiaolou muttered, "Don't bother me."
Sanniang stepped forward and grabbed Su Xiaolou's shoulders: "Get off here."
"No less."
Su Xiaolou hugged the pillar at the head of the bed tightly. Sanniang tried hard to pull his legs, but he still didn't move at all.
Sanniang let go of her hand, and Su Xiaolou rolled into the bed, rolling up the quilt, looking indifferent.
Sanniang gasped and cursed angrily: "You can't sleep in my bed."
"I'm going to sleep here." Su Xiaolou took out a bag of gold leaves and said, "It doesn't matter, I'll pay you for the night."
Sanniang laughed happily, reached for the money bag, opened it and saw that it was filled with silver, about a few hundred taels. It seemed that Su Xiaolou was really drunk and could spit out so much money. Out of the temptation of the money, she decided to let Su Xiaolou stay overnight and leave it up to him...
The entire brothel gradually became quiet.
In the early morning, an angry curse came from the woodshed in the backyard of Fengyue Tower.
"Wang An!"
Su Xiaolou jumped out of the woodshed angrily, rushed to Sanniang's door, and knocked hard: "You bastard, open the door quickly."
Sanniang was awakened by the sound, walked to the door in a daze, opened the door, and looked at Su Xiaolou in surprise.
"What are you trying to do?" Sanniang asked angrily.
Su Xiaolou's voice was full of guilt and anxiety: "Sanniang, I went too far last night. I'm really sorry. I was drunk and didn't know what I did. Please forgive me."
Sanniang looked at her sincere eyes, and the anger in her heart slowly dissipated. She understood that Su Xiaolou was not a bad person, he was just confused for a moment. So, she put aside her resentment and said with a smile: "Now that you have realized your mistake, I forgive you. I hope you can remember your behavior and not repeat it again."
Su Xiaolou nodded happily, saying that he would remember Sanniang's lesson. This time the misunderstanding was solved.
From that day on, Su Xiaolou began to respect and care more about Sanniang. He no longer drinks alcohol easily and is no longer rude to Sanniang. The relationship between them gradually became more harmonious and a true friendship was established.
Su Xiaolou realized that only by being kind to others and respecting other people's feelings can we build real and lasting relationships. He understands that in addition to exciting adventures and explorations in life, communication and mutual understanding are equally important.
