After a male student transmigrated into the body of a widow,

Chapter 78 I trust you the most when it comes to doing things.

"Uncle Gu is the same; red suits him very well."

Having experienced the bath before, Zheng Hao didn't stare at Gu Lin's face for as long as before. He lowered his eyes and focused his gaze on the other's fair chin.

"Pfft," Gu Lin chuckled, "You're getting better and better at sweet-talking people."

Zheng Hao raised his head and said seriously, "I didn't lie to Uncle Gu."

Although Uncle Gu is usually carefree and doesn't care about other people's jokes, Zheng Hao didn't want the other person to feel like he was being deceived.

Seeing the young man in front of him become serious, Gu Lin quickly said, "I know what you mean, I believe you."

After saying that, Sister Zhao came over from the kitchen and said, "They were whispering about getting ready for the New Year's Eve dinner."

Upon hearing this, Gu Lin seemed to remember something and turned to Sister Zhao, asking, "Has Da Gen returned?"

As Sister-in-law Zhao placed the dishes on the main table, she said, "Your brother Zhao just went to pick him up, and he should be back soon."

As soon as Sister Zhao finished speaking, a commotion came from outside.

Sister Zhao turned to look at the yard, and seeing the familiar oxcart and figures, she said happily, "They're back, they're back."

Sister-in-law Zhao jogged out of the lobby.

Gu Lin and Zheng Hao exchanged a glance and followed Zhao's wife into the courtyard. Zhao Dagen and Brother Zhao got off the oxcart. Instead of going into the house immediately, they turned around and took out many things from the cart.

The curtain at the front of the carriage was lifted, and Gu Lin, seeing that it was full of things, exclaimed in surprise, "Why did you bring so much stuff back?"

Zhao Dagen, holding several gift boxes in his arms, blushed slightly on his wheat-colored face and said, "These are New Year's gifts prepared by my master's wife for our family. She also asked me to convey her gratitude. Thank you, Uncle Gu, for the venison you sent over a few days ago. My master and fellow disciples all enjoyed it very much."

Gu Lin smiled and said, "That was sold to the restaurant by hunters outside the city. I kept it for myself because it looked fresh, but we couldn't finish a whole deer, so we shared some with our relatives and friends."

Zhao Dagen was not good with words, but he smiled honestly and said, "Thank you for remembering us, Uncle Gu."

After looking at the gifts in the car, Sister Zhao came over and said, "Don't rush to move things. It's freezing cold. Let's wait until the snow stops before we move the gifts inside."

“Auntie is right,” Zheng Hao said.

He stood beside Gu Lin, holding an oil-paper umbrella to shelter the young man beside him. Fine snowflakes, like willow catkins, fell from the sky, but did not touch Gu Lin at all.

But with the cold snow and biting wind outside, Uncle Gu would get a headache again if he stood in the courtyard for too long.

Zheng Hao shifted his feet slightly, standing in the wind to shield Gu Lin from the biting cold wind.

Looking up at the snow falling heavier and heavier, Gu Lin said, "Let's go inside quickly. My sister-in-law has already prepared the dishes. We can chat while we eat our New Year's Eve dinner later."

The group walked into the hall chatting and laughing. At the New Year's Eve dinner, everyone enjoyed fine wine and delicious food, and the atmosphere was lively and cheerful.

Once the first month of the lunar calendar was over, time seemed to fly by much faster, and before they knew it, it was time for Zhao Dagen and Miss Mu to get married.

A month before the wedding, Sister-in-law Zhao and Brother Zhao were so busy that they were nowhere to be seen. When the group sat down to chat again, Gu Lin noticed that Sister-in-law Zhao and Brother Zhao had lost a lot of weight.

Although the two looked a little tired, their eyes were full of joy.

Especially as the wedding date drew closer, Sister Zhao became increasingly radiant, even walking with a brisk pace, truly embodying the saying that a happy occasion makes one feel refreshed.

While counting the drinks needed for Zhao Dagen's wedding banquet, Sister Zhao said to Gu Lin, "Although I've helped out at other people's weddings in the village before, this is the first time it's my own. If it weren't for the help of my in-laws and the matchmaker, I really wouldn't know what to do. But fortunately, after Dagen's wedding, I have some experience. When it's your turn to get married, I'll definitely make it a grand affair for you."

Gu Lin had just returned from Haoyunlou Restaurant. He was lounging in the warm lobby, sipping warm milk tea and leisurely admiring the proud red plum blossoms standing in the snow outside.

Originally, there were only a few big trees in the house, but Gu Lin complained to Zhao Saozi and the others that the yard would be covered in white in winter, with no other colors. He said that it was not only boring and tedious to look at for a long time, but also hurt his eyes. So Zheng Hao moved a plum tree from somewhere.

With his eyes half-closed, the young man enjoyed the snow scene outside. When his eyes got tired, he would glance at the busy Zhao's wife. When he was thirsty, he would drink the milk tea in his hand. He was very relaxed and happy.

But when he heard Aunt Zhao mention him, Gu Lin felt a chill run down his spine, and the beautiful snow scene and sweet milk tea suddenly lost their flavor.

To avoid attracting Zhao's attention, Gu Lin pretended not to hear and continued doing his own thing. Sure enough, the busy Zhao quickly shifted her attention elsewhere.

On the day of Zhao Dagen's wedding, Gu Lin brought a congratulatory gift to offer his congratulations. He sat at the main table and watched Zhao Dagen and Miss Mu go through the entire wedding ceremony.

Seeing the joyful smiles on the faces of Zhao's wife and the other two members of the Mu family, and the shy demeanor of Miss Mu with her face covered by a red veil, Gu Lin began to understand the meaning of mutual affection in the book, and why marriage between two people was considered a union between two families.

After the wedding, the bride was taken to the bridal chamber, while Zhao Dagen stayed outside drinking with the guests. Most of the guests attending the wedding banquet were relatives from the bride's side, while only Zhao's wife and her husband, Gu Lin, and a few others from the groom's side were present.

Everyone was well-behaved, not there to compete in drinking. Seeing that Zhao Dagen had drunk enough, they asked the Mu brothers to escort him to the bridal chamber.

After the banquet, Sister-in-law Zhao and Brother Zhao stayed behind to clean up the mess, so Gu Lin went home first.

Upon entering his home, Gu Lin was immediately greeted by a brightly lit lobby.

He entered the hall and saw Zheng Hao reading a book by the dim candlelight.

Today was the other party's monthly exam. Since the monthly exams at the prefectural school are related to class placement, students are not allowed to ask for leave unless there are special reasons. Therefore, Zheng Hao did not go to Zhao Dagen's wedding with them today.

Hearing the noise, Zheng Hao looked up from his book.

He looked up at Gu Lin, who was standing at the door, and said, "Uncle Gu is back. How did Brother Dagen's wedding banquet go? Did you have any drinks, Uncle Gu?"

He sat down in front of a chair. Because he had drunk a few glasses of wine at the banquet, Gu Lin felt a little thirsty.

After taking a sip of water, he said, "It went very smoothly. The bride's relatives were all very understanding, and there were no embarrassing or unpleasant incidents. On this joyous occasion, I had a few drinks at the banquet."

After speaking, Gu Lin scanned the lobby and realized that he had not seen Gu An since he returned.

Gu Lin asked, "Where is Gu An?"

Zheng Hao said calmly, "I went to sleep after dinner."

Gu Lin nodded after listening.

Then, double images slowly appeared before his eyes, and he felt dizzy.

He hadn't felt anything when he came back, but now he's suddenly feeling the effects of the alcohol.

Seeing that Uncle Gu sat down without saying a word after finishing speaking, and noticing that the other man's eyes were gradually becoming dazed, Zheng Hao got up and left the hall.

Although Gu Lin retained some consciousness, he did not notice that Zheng Hao had left because he was not paying attention to him.

Returning with a bowl of warm hangover soup, Zheng Hao was prepared for Uncle Gu to get drunk after learning that Uncle Gu was going to attend Zhao Dagen's wedding, since he knew Uncle Gu's drinking capacity all too well.

So the first thing Zheng Hao did after getting home from school was to make a hangover remedy.

After taking a few steps to stand in front of Gu Lin, Zheng Hao leaned down slightly and said to the dazed-looking Uncle Gu, "Uncle Gu, you've had some hangover soup."

The previously expansive view was suddenly blocked by the figure in front of him. Gu Lin blinked lightly and slowly looked up at Zheng Hao.

Then, his movements slowed, his gaze falling from above to the medicine bowl in the other person's hand, and he said with a look of rejection, "I'm not drunk, I won't drink."

Zheng Hao paused, an unreadable emotion appearing in his eyes, which were hidden behind his eyelids.

Uncle Gu was really drunk, and quite drunk. In the past, when I fed him hangover soup, he would obediently drink it, but now he was starting to resist.

He should have tried to persuade Uncle Gu or coax him into drinking the hangover medicine, but seeing the young man's slightly furrowed brow and repulsive expression, as well as his bright, moist eyes, Zheng Hao said softly, "Okay, we won't drink."

Gu Lin, who was drunk, reacted slowly. It took him a long time to understand Zheng Hao's words. He saw a smile slowly appear on Zheng Hao's face, which had been contorted with pain.

Zheng Hao was slightly taken aback, his dark eyes fixed on the smiling face of the young man in front of him.

Although Uncle Gu often wore a smile, whether it was a slight smile or a hearty laugh, Zheng Hao had never seen him show such a childlike, innocent, and pure smile.

After staring at it for a long time, Zheng Hao looked away and put the medicine bowl aside.

Then, he said softly to Gu Lin, "Uncle Gu, let me help you back to your room to rest."

Gu Lin did not react. Zheng Hao reached out and helped him up by the arm. Seeing that Gu Lin did not resist, Zheng Hao half-supported and half-carried him back into the house.

Zheng Hao helped Uncle Gu to lie down on the bed and took off his shoes. He didn't touch the other man's clothes and socks. Then he straightened the other man's body and covered him with the quilt. When Zheng Hao got up to leave, Gu Lin, whose eyes were closed, frowned and murmured, "I can't sleep without... I haven't taken a bath."

"You can wash tomorrow, Uncle Gu, please get some rest first."

"No...no...it smells too bad." Gu Lin shook his head, refusing. In winter, if he hadn't been drinking, he could be lazy and not shower for a day or two, but after drinking, he was covered in the smell of alcohol, and even when he was not fully conscious, Gu Lin couldn't stand it.

Seeing the young man waving his hands, Zheng Hao gently coaxed, "Uncle Gu doesn't smell bad at all, you can wash him tomorrow."

Zheng Hao repeated it several times, and perhaps he listened. Gu Lin, who had been fussing about getting up to take a shower, slowly stopped. Zheng Hao stood there, watching as Gu Lin went from being active to lying obediently on the bed, his breathing gradually becoming steady as he entered a deep sleep, before turning and leaving.

When Zhao Dagen and Mu Guniang got married, Zhao's wife and brother specially bought a house for the young couple, and they got married in the new house that day.

However, just three days after their wedding, Zhao Dagen and his wife decided to stop living in the house their parents had bought for them. They were in their prime, with hands and feet, and their parents should have been their adoptive parents. How could they feel at ease living in a house bought with their parents' own savings?

Mu-guniang shared the same idea as Zhao Dagen. She expressed her willingness to rent a house with Zhao Dagen in the prefectural city and bring Brother Zhao and Sister-in-law Zhao over to take care of them.

Zhao's wife was very satisfied with her filial and sensible daughter-in-law. She said, "Your father and I are still young and have our own things to do. You two should just live your own lives and don't need to worry about us. That house was specially bought for you two, so don't think too much and just live there in peace."

Miss Mu found it difficult to respond to this, so she turned to look at her husband.

Zhao Dagen still insisted on moving out. Zhao's wife didn't understand what he was so stubborn about. From Xiahe Village to Fucheng, which family didn't help their son get married and start a business? Even the Mu brothers relied on their in-laws for food, clothing, and shelter. It was only natural for her to buy a house for her son. Now that she was helping her son, he would take care of her in her old age. This has always been the way of things.

Seeing that neither side would back down, Gu Lin advised, "Sister-in-law, Da Gen and his wife are still young and at the age to strive for success. Why don't you let them go out and give it a try? Anyway, with you and Brother Zhao as their support, what is there to be afraid of?"

"Besides," Gu Lin said, "I've only ever seen people complain that their children are useless and only know how to sponge off their parents, but I've never seen anyone unhappy that their children are going out to work hard. You and Brother Zhao should be happy that Da Gen is willing to support himself."

Even the usually silent Brother Zhao helped his son persuade Sister-in-law Zhao. So, with Gu Lin's reasoning and emotional appeal, and Zhao Dagen's insistence, Sister-in-law Zhao gave in.

After the young couple left, Zhao's wife said sullenly, "This house was originally bought for them to live in. It's a waste that the house is just sitting there empty after they moved out."

Gu Lin comforted her, "How could it be a waste? The house you bought is in a secluded area, which is the kind of place that scholars love to live in. After Da Gen and his wife move out, you can tidy up the house and rent it out to earn some rent."

As soon as Gu Lin finished speaking, Sister Zhao looked thoughtful. Then, she shook off her dejected expression, patted Gu Lin's arm and said, "You're right. We can't let that house be uninhabited and overgrown with weeds. I'll find a suitable tenant to rent it out in a few days."

Gu Lin sat to the side watching Zhao's wife walk back and forth in front of the lobby. After circling around a dozen times, she seemed to have sorted out her thoughts and turned to head towards the brokerage.

March.

When Zheng Hao returned home from school, he saw Gu Lin sitting in the courtyard as soon as he entered the house and said, "Uncle Gu, the Peach Blossom Banquet of the Prefectural School is scheduled to be held on Baiyuan Mountain in the suburbs in three days."

Although the Peach Blossom Banquet had been mentioned before the New Year, three months had passed since then. During this time, Gu Lin had been distracted by many things and had long forgotten about the Peach Blossom Banquet.

Now that Zheng Hao mentioned it, Gu Lin immediately started thinking about what to prepare for the Peach Blossom Banquet.

Zheng Hao said, "I have prepared what I need to bring, Uncle Gu, you don't need to worry. When the Peach Blossom Banquet is held at the prefectural school in three days, Uncle Gu can come with me."

A look of surprise crossed Gu Lin's face. He looked at Zheng Hao, not expecting that the other person, despite being so busy with his studies, would still be able to find time to prepare other things.

Seeing Gu Lin's expression, Zheng Hao immediately understood what the other was thinking, and a faint sense of helplessness arose in his heart.

Although he was busy with his studies, Uncle Gu was undoubtedly the busiest person in the family. He took care of everything from everyone's basic needs to the affairs of Good Fortune Building. However, he was considerate and thoughtful of others. Despite being the one who gave the most, he always felt that others were busier and more tired than himself.

Because of his forgetfulness, Gu Lin said to Zheng Hao somewhat embarrassedly, "I trust you the most when it comes to doing things."