The Challenge of a Farmhouse Son-in-Law
Chapter 377 - 387 Divine Assistance

Chapter 377: Chapter 387 Divine Assistance

Who would dare say such music was a desperate attempt to not disgrace herself?

Her melody overshadowed all the sounds of war, encapsulating the true meaning behind a man’s duty to protect his home and country.

They go to battle and kill the enemy, but isn’t it all for the peace of home and country, to be able to stop and listen to this melodious tune? To savor that warmth.

Yue Tingfang stood up, looking directly at Gu Youyou, then after a moment, smiled and said, "I truly didn’t expect to be fortunate enough to hear the sound of this qin again after my father’s passing. Doctor Gu wasn’t wrong, it indeed deserves to be called a qin."

Reminded of the past, the old Madam couldn’t help but shed tears. She took Yue Tingfang’s hand and said, "Tingfang, your father passed away too suddenly, and this musical instrument was not passed down. I thought it would rot away untouched, but who could have imagined I’d live to hear it again in my lifetime!"

The Marquess comforted his mother for a few moments, then turned to Gu Youyou and asked, "Doctor Gu, may I ask what the piece you just performed is called?"

Gu Youyou answered, "Moonlit Piano Piece."

"Moonlit Piano Piece!" the Marquess murmured, "For the first round of the musical instrument competition, Doctor Gu prevails."

The Marquess had made his decision, and the only one who could dispute him, the old lady, was lost in sorrowful memories. Thus, no one dared to object.

Looking at the ladies and Madams, each had a more unpleasant expression than the last, especially Yue Ruxue, who seemed about to bite her silver teeth to pieces.

"You’re just lucky."

Surprised, Yue Rujing poked Jin Zijin beside her and asked, "How does she even know that one?"

Jin Zijin was brimming with pride and chuckled, "Youyou is extraordinarily talented."

Yue Rujing: "..." Some sneaky spy, who’s going to believe she’s naturally gifted?

The second round, chess!

Gu Youyou furrowed her brow slightly upon hearing the announcement from the old Madam’s lead maid.

To her knowledge, when ancient people spoke of ’chess,’ they usually meant Go, and she did not know how to play.

Her family’s business had a heritage stretching back hundreds of years, and in some respects, her grandfather was quite conservative. So, besides learning modern things, she also had to learn the piano, chess, calligraphy, and painting that daughters of ancient households would. Apart from achieving some success in literature and Xiangqi, she was merely familiar with the rest, but not proficient.

As for this ’chess’...

Back when she was young, it coincided with her uncle and aunt being around when her grandfather wanted her to learn Go. Her uncle wore a black suit, her aunt a white dress, and upon glancing down at the black and white Go stones, she immediately felt a strong repulsion.

Her uncle and aunt together resembled those black and white stones.

So, she outright told her grandfather she wouldn’t learn Go, and he didn’t force her, letting her learn Xiangqi instead.

This was a problem. She would have to find a way to get them to bring out the Xiangqi board to stand a chance.

"What’s the matter, Doctor Gu? Are you afraid?"

Seeing Gu Youyou frowning, Yue Ruxue couldn’t resist adding fuel to the fire.

Gu Youyou looked up, about to say that the Yue Family, being warriors, would not befit the literary elegance of Go, only Xiangqi would... but then she caught sight of a few guards bringing over a huge table. From a distance, wasn’t that a Xiangqi board?

Oh my, fortune favors me, the back yard of the pancake shop was secured.

Gu Youyou rejoiced inwardly.

Then she heard the old Madam say, "Our Yue Family has honored martial prowess for generations and doesn’t indulge in the literary pursuits of chess. For generations, our children have held a unique fondness for Xiangqi. Doctor Gu, if you are unfamiliar with this game, you can withdraw. This match will not count as win or loss for you."

How could this be?

Gu Youyou bowed and spoke slowly, "Old Madam, having already agreed to join the young ladies for games tonight, how could I possibly withdraw midway? Even if I lose, I still wish to give it a try."

Heh... such confidence.