Age: My Small World

Outside the door, Wang Hu was filled with worry.

Lord Yan didn't know what he wanted to see his elder brother about, and this was the first time he had ever witnessed Lord Yan's power and might.

He only looked up quickly after the door was pushed open.

"Big brother..."

He was about to say something when Yang Jun waved his hand to stop him.

"We can talk about it later."

After walking a little further away, Wang Hu could no longer hold back and hurriedly asked, "Brother, did Master Yan give you any trouble?"

Yang Jun chuckled: "What's so difficult about that? If he really wanted to harm me, he wouldn't have sent you to me."

Calling him Wang Hu was itself a gesture of goodwill; otherwise, Lord Li Yan wouldn't mind sending someone to formally request his services, which would inevitably lead to a very unpleasant situation.

"Brother, it's my fault for exposing your secrets. I'll go back and investigate carefully to find out who leaked this information."

Wang Hu is very loyal and also expects others to have a certain level of loyalty. At the very least, they shouldn't betray their friends; otherwise, how can they survive in the world?
He decided to clean house.

"Do not bother."

Yang Jun didn't think that Wang Hu and his group were any kind of innocent people. After all, they were only there temporarily to help out and had their own things to do most of the time. If maintaining a so-called sense of loyalty was required just because they worked together for a period of time, then there would be far too many people in the world who believed in loyalty.

"By the way, Lord Yan will help you collect jade next, so take care of that for now."

After Yang Jun finished speaking, he took out a wad of banknotes and handed them to him.

"Don't worry about saving money for me. Besides jade, buy any antiques you're confident you can get. I want them all."

Wang Hu carefully accepted the money: "I understand, brother. I will definitely take care of things."

Having already disappointed Yang Jun once, he didn't want it to happen again.

Yang Jun did not linger in Guilan Lane for long; it was not very interesting there during the day.

"Brother, want to play some games?" When they reached the intersection, a woman called out to them.

Yang Jun was initially confused, but then he realized who they were.

Among the so-called "lowest nine classes," prostitutes are inevitably included.

Of course, this saying no longer exists, and the authorities do not allow such places to exist.

But little devils have their ways, and some people have their own methods.

Sure enough, someone found a secluded spot in Guilan Lane and secretly opened a brothel.

Right now, Yang Jun is probably one of these people soliciting customers.

Although he was quite curious about who was behind this, he thought about it and didn't agree. He couldn't touch this thing; who knew if something unexpected might happen?

Well, the "accident" he was referring to was that he was arrested while investigating. Such coincidences do happen, so it's something that should be avoided from the start.

Seeing that he seemed to be fleeing in panic, the older sister behind him couldn't help but cover her mouth and laugh, but she also felt a little sorry for him. This young man was very handsome, and she wished she could have a night of passion with him.

Yang Jun did not leave with Wang Hu; he went directly to the museum alone.

Although I was brought to Guilan Lane early in the morning, it only took up the morning, and I was able to continue working in the afternoon.

Moreover, he would go out to look for ancient books and such during this time, and others had gotten used to his behavior.

Upon arriving at the museum's office, Yang Jun saw the diligent and dedicated Ayili quietly studying in a small cubicle.

Ayili cherished the rare opportunity to learn, and she would come to the office on time even when Yang Jun was not there. In addition, Yang Jun would give her pointers from time to time, which greatly helped Ayili improve.

"Aili, lunch is ready. You should rest for a while." It was clear that the girl had been studying for quite some time, and Yang Jun felt that it was better to balance work and rest.

"Brother Yang, what brings you here? I thought you weren't coming today." The girl was pleasantly surprised to see Yang Jun walk in.

She put down her book and stood up, a faint smile on her face: "Brother Yang, I'll go get you some food."

"No need, I'll take you out for lunch."

He was getting tired of eating communal meals every day, and he was also starting to miss Peking duck.

So, today is another day to go to Quanjude.

Riding her bicycle, Ayili carefully tugged at the hem of his clothes from behind, and when they encountered ups and downs, she couldn't help but lean closer to his back.

The girl didn't get off the bus until she was about to get off, her face slightly flushed.

Yang Jun didn't pay much attention to these things and said directly to Ayili, "Let's go, I'll take you to try some other food today."

After going upstairs, Ayili seemed rather cautious.

Seeing how luxurious the place was, the little girl became a little flustered.

"Brother Yang, are the dishes here very expensive?"

She only earns twenty yuan a month now, which is probably only enough to eat four or five ducks.

"You don't need to worry about it. Do you think I'd let you pay the bill?"

Ayili originally intended to pay, but after hearing Yang Jun's words, she realized that this meal was not something she could afford to treat.

Money is tight.

After the roast duck was served, Yang Jun taught her how to eat it again, and then she ate it with ease.

"How's your studying lately? Are you having any problems getting into night school?"

Yang Jun couldn't help but ask about her studies, because the exams were coming up in a few days. Yes, even night school required exams.

Perhaps it's because of the current special circumstances.

In fact, most of the students in night schools are cadres and staff, and only a few are employees of other units. There are even special night schools for cadres, which are not places that Ayili can attend.

Ayili looked slightly embarrassed: "It's a bit difficult, but I will try my best."

It seems her studies aren't going so smoothly either.

Yang Jun decided to give her some more spiritual water to drink.

Even if this thing can't give Ayili the same photographic memory as him, it can at least deepen her memory.

"Well, as long as things go smoothly, there shouldn't be any problems."

Yang Jun encouraged her.

After finishing her meal, Ayili exclaimed, "I never knew there were so many delicious things in the capital! I've never seen enough of this place."

"This roast duck is good, but there is also roast lamb in Jiangcheng, which tastes just as good."

“These are different.”

Ayili shook her head.

"Moreover, not every family can afford to eat mutton. Many people who raise sheep will sell them to others, and they are very reluctant to eat it themselves."

As she spoke, she involuntarily swallowed, clearly recalling her past experience with roasted lamb.

The mutton in Jiangcheng does indeed taste different. In addition to not having a gamey smell, the meat is also quite sweet and delicious.

Yang Jun was quite the connoisseur; the first time he ate roast lamb in Jiangcheng, he almost ate his tongue off. (End of Chapter)