At this moment, Zhang Boyan's shock could not be described with words.
Although he had never seen Shen Lang before, he had indeed heard of him many times. He was an idiot with low intelligence.
None of the people present could recognize the small seal script that he had written, but Shen Lang did. Not only did he know the meaning, but he also knew how to pronounce it.
This, this was too strange.
Yan Xiong laughed at the side, "Teacher, he made it up, right?"
Everyone present looked at Zhang Boyan.
He really wanted to directly deny Shen Lang's answer, saying that what was obviously right was wrong.
In that way, no one could do anything to him, and no one could seek justice for Shen Lang.
However, at that time, Zhang Boyan was not the only one who excavated this inscription. There were two other people, all of whom were highly respected. Moreover, the meaning of the '¥' was confirmed by several people after studying the contents of the inscription.
Therefore, if he denied Shen Lang's answer in front of everyone today, he was likely to be slapped in the face in the future. At that time, his reputation would be completely ruined.
The key point was that it was not worth taking such a big risk for a mere Shen Lang.
After seeing his teacher's expression, Yan Xiong had a bad feeling in his heart. He said in a serious tone, "Teacher, Shen Lang is making it up, right? He doesn't even know the meaning of this word? "
This disciple's tone already had a strong intention to lead his teacher to distort the truth.
Zhang Boyan coldly stared at Yan Xiong, then laughed and said, "Shen is really proficient in words. He can even recognize such a rare seal script script, and even knows how to pronounce it. The younger generation will surpass the older in time!"
As soon as this was said, everyone present was shocked!
This Shen Lang was so awesome?
No one present could recognize this word of Zhang Boyan, but Shen Lang, the legendary good-for-nothing, actually knew it and could pronounce it?
Wasn't he ignorant and incompetent good-for-nothing?
How could he be so awesome?
Shen Lang looked at Yan Xiong and said, "Brother Yan, just now in front of everyone, you said that if I won, you would slap yourself. You are a dignified Elementary Scholar, the top student in our Cold Water Town Academy. You wouldn't go back on your words, would you?"
Hence, the gazes of the crowd turned towards Yan Xiong. Although everyone wanted to see Shen Lang being humiliated, it was still rather interesting to see Elementary Scholar Yan Xiong slap himself in the face. Who said that humans were good by nature?
If it was in private, Yan Xiong could still go back on his words. However, at this time, everyone's eyes were on his face, especially Count Xuanwu. His face was full of smiles, but his eyes were a little cold.
"Shen Lang, I will remember this day!" Yan Xiong said coldly. Then, he slapped himself hard in the face.
"Pa!"
A crisp sound rang out!
This Elementary Scholar Yan Xiong was really honest. He used so much strength to hit himself. Could it be that he felt like he was hitting Shen Lang?
Shen Lang was thrilled to hear that.
"Goodbye!" Yan Xiong was too ashamed to stay there any longer. He left in anger.
At this time, Count Xuanwu said, "Shen Lang, it's time for you to bring Mulan to meet your parents."
"Let the banquet begin!"
Following the order, wine and delicacies were served like flowing water. Everyone took their seats.
Unfortunately, there was still one person who didn't see this scene today.
That person was the registrar of Xuanwu City, Wang Lian, Shen Lang's rival in love.
He was originally the most promising candidate. After losing the competition to be Mulan's husband, he wouldn't even attend tonight's wedding.
…
Shen Lang brought Jin Mulan to the backyard to greet his parents.
"Wait!" At this time, Zhu Lin suddenly shouted.
This was a real big shot. If he really wanted to make things difficult for Shen Lang, Count Xuanwu would have a hard time.
Zhu Lin looked at Shen Lang and said, "Kid, you're really interesting. I'll remember you."
This sentence was not a threat, but it was more like a threat. Being targeted by a colossus like the Zhu Clan was truly not a good feeling.
Shen Lang acted as if he didn't understand. He bowed and said, "Thank you, Lord Zhu."
"Hahaha …" Zhu Lin laughed.
Count Xuanwu said, "Go and greet your parents. Don't let the elders wait."
"Yes, father-in-law." Shen Lang said.
"Shameless!" All the young people present said almost at the same time.
You, Shen Lang, can't wait to call father-in-law. You're really shameless!
…
Shen Lang's parents felt that their family was poor, so they didn't want to appear in the main hall. Xuan Wu Mansion had prepared brocade clothes for them, but his parents still didn't want to wear them. They only wore their own clothes. Of course, they bought them a few years ago during the New Year. They couldn't bear to wear them normally, so they were still relatively new.
Shen Jian wanted to wear the silk clothes given by Count House, but was stopped by his father.
Both parents sat on their seats cautiously, as if their whole body was uncomfortable. They just wanted to go back to their home, even if it was just a mud hut.
His father, Shen Wan, still had inflammation in his lungs, but he was trying his best to hold back his coughing.
Shen Lang brought Jin Mulan into the backyard and immediately bowed and said, "This child greets parents. This child is unfilial!"
His mother hurried forward to help Shen Lang up, but she didn't expect that Jin Mulan would also bow and say, "Daughter-in-law greets parents-in-law."
All of a sudden, Shen Lang's family was stunned.
Jin Mulan was the princess of Xuan Wu City, the daughter of a century-old aristocratic family. She actually bowed to Shen Lang's parents, who were lowly peasants, and there wasn't the slightest bit of reluctance on her face.
In an instant, Shen Lang had a very good impression of him.
"You mustn't, you mustn't …" Shen Lang's mother immediately went forward to help Jin Mulan up. However, when she saw Jin Mulan's pure and noble appearance, she retracted her hand.
Because she had been doing farm work all year round, her hands were rough and black. Even if they were washed clean, they still looked like mud. Therefore, she didn't dare to touch Jin Mulan.
Then, Jin Mulan held Shen Lang's mother's hands and stood up. She said softly, "Thank you, mother-in-law."
In an instant, Shen Lang's parents looked at Jin Mulan with gentle eyes.
She was a good girl. At least, she wouldn't bully Shen Lang.
"Come, let's toast to father-in-law and mother-in-law." Jin Mulan said, "Father-in-law is not feeling well. Can we use sweet rice wine instead?"
"Yes, yes …" Shen Lang's father said repeatedly.
Then, Jin Mulan poured wine for the two elders. Then, she and Shen Lang bowed again and toasted to the in-laws.
As soon as the wine entered their mouths, Shen Lang's parents felt a little drunk.
Shen Jian couldn't wait to drink a cup of sweet rice wine. Seeing how gentle Jin Mulan was, he couldn't help but say, "Sister-in-law, you're so beautiful."
Immediately, Shen Lang's father almost wanted to slap him.
"Thank you." Jin Mulan said gently. Then, she looked at Shen Lang and said, "You must have something to say to father-in-law and mother-in-law. I'll go out and greet the guests first."
"Okay." Shen Lang said.
After Jin Mulan left, the atmosphere seemed to relax. His parents also relaxed.
Although she was very gentle and kind to her parents, she was the daughter of the Count House after all. Shen Lang's parents would feel inferior in front of her.
Shen Lang said, "Father, Mother, I'm sorry. I've disappointed you."
His parents never wanted Shen Lang to marry into their family, whether it was the Xu family or the Count House.
The status of a son-in-law was too low. He was just a little higher than a servant. If he couldn't get the love of his wife and father-in-law, his status would probably be lower than a servant.
Moreover, his parents always wanted to rely on Shen Lang to carry on the family line. Even if he married Widow Liu in the village, their children would at least have the surname Shen. Even if they lived in the thatched house at home, it was better than living under someone else's fence.
His father, Shen Wan, said sadly, "My son, you don't have to say it. You did it to save us, to save the whole family. It's all because I'm useless and dragged you down!"
Although Shen Wan didn't know what was going on, he could think of the reason why Tian Xianzhi brought people to their house to arrest them this afternoon.
As he spoke, Shen Wan's eyes were filled with tears. He was really reluctant and guilty. He felt that if he wasn't so useless, Shen Lang wouldn't have married into their family.
Shen Jian, who was next to him, said in a low voice, "I think it's good. Sister-in-law is also a good person. Most importantly, she's beautiful. You can't find anyone more beautiful than her within a few hundred miles. Oh right, Brother, can I discuss something with you?"
Shen Lang said, "Speak!"
His younger brother said, "You already have such a beautiful daughter-in-law. Can you let me have Widow Liu in the village?"
At this moment, his mother couldn't hold it in anymore. She slapped the back of her youngest son's head.
"Dream on. If your brother can't stay in the Count House any longer and wants to go home, Widow Liu will still be left for your brother. Moreover, she has peeked at Dalang a few times. My Dalang is very beautiful. You can't find anyone else like him." His mother said, "A few days ago, I've already asked around. I'm afraid Widow Liu is willing."
Shen Jian was speechless. Father, mother, can you be more biased? This son of mine is not my biological son. You must have picked him up from the streets!
After eating with his parents for a while.
"Alright, Dalang. Seeing that you are well, I'm relieved. I'll go back now." His father said.
Shen Lang said, "Father, mother, are you not staying for the night? It's too late. "
His father said, "We're not used to staying here."
Then, Shen Lang asked Jin Zhong to prepare two big carriages to send Shen Lang's parents home.
Lord Count and Mulan also left the banquet and came to send them off.
"Brother, you don't have to send us off. Let's go to the bridal room. Sister-in-law is waiting for you." His younger brother said, "Every minute of the night is worth a thousand gold!"