Chapter 1319: Chapter 1293: Strategizing and Planning
Ye Chen found it quite amusing in his heart; he hadn’t expected the modern fried chicken to astonish these ancient people so much.
When the food and drinks were served, Tang Bohu laughed and said, "Ye Chen, it’s been a long time since we last met. Let’s not go home until we’re drunk today."
Ye Chen possessed the skill of Thousand Cups Unintoxicated, how could he fear him? In the end, Tang Bohu would surely be the one to fall first.
At first, Tang Bohu was chatting and laughing with Ye Chen.
But after a gulp of wine, he suddenly sighed, "Alas! It’s a pity to have wine without the company of a beauty."
"Why does Brother Tang sigh like this?" Ye Chen asked, looking at Tang Bohu in front of him.
He knew Tang Bohu must have encountered a problem regarding matters of the heart.
"Forget it, Brother Ye, it’s no use talking about it. You wouldn’t be able to help me anyway," Tang Bohu said, waving his hand.
"You haven’t even said anything yet, how do you know I can’t help you?" Ye Chen said with a smile.
"Ah, don’t even mention it. Recently, I’ve taken a liking to a girl, but no matter how much I pursue her, I can’t win her over, it’s really troubling me," Tang Bohu said with a distressed expression.
"Brother Tang, with your charming and dashing demeanor, which girl wouldn’t be enamored by you? How could there be such a girl?" Ye Chen asked with a puzzled expression.
"Ah, Brother Ye, you’re right. I actually think the same," Tang Bohu sighed again.
"Could it be that the girl is the daughter of nobles or aristocrats?" Ye Chen suddenly asked.
"If that were the case, I would simply give up. But she’s not the daughter of a wealthy family at all; she’s just a maid in a household," Tang Bohu said honestly.
For a maid in a household to captivate Tang Bohu’s heart so much, it seemed this girl was no ordinary person, and Ye Chen also wanted to meet her.
"Brother Tang, in that case, let me help you think of a way. But you have to let me see what kind of girl she is," Ye Chen said, sipping some wine.
"Brother Ye, that’s exactly what I wanted. Whether you can help me or not, I still want you to meet her," Tang Bohu said with a smile.
The two continued eating and drinking for a while, then walked out of the tavern.
By now, Tang Bohu was somewhat impatient to take Ye Chen to see the girl he cherished.
Regarding the girl’s habits, Tang Bohu was well-versed; at this time, she should be at the market buying things for her mistress, so Tang Bohu took Ye Chen to the market, hoping for a chance encounter.
After all, knowing oneself and knowing the enemy ensures victory in a hundred battles.
Approaching them was a girl in a pink dress, her face very exquisite. Although her clothes didn’t seem expensive, on her, they exuded an extraordinary air.
"Brother Ye, do you see her? It’s that girl in the pink dress," Tang Bohu pointed her out to Ye Chen.
He then tidied his clothes and gallantly walked towards the girl.
What was embarrassing was that the girl in pink didn’t even glance at Tang Bohu and walked straight past him.
Ye Chen knew this girl was Qiu Xiang and also knew how turbulent Tang Bohu’s pursuit of Qiu Xiang had been.
At this moment, the riddle in Ye Chen’s heart was solved.
As Qiu Xiang passed by Tang Bohu, she noticed Ye Chen standing to the side and gave him a slight smile.
Out of politeness, Ye Chen nodded back at her, but said nothing.
This was all seen by Tang Bohu, who couldn’t help feeling a bit jealous.
Watching Qiu Xiang’s figure disappear into the crowd, Tang Bohu showed an unhappy expression and said, "Brother Ye, this isn’t right. You want to steal my woman."
Ye Chen felt wronged, thinking, "What’s going on here? Qiu Xiang just smiled at him, what does that have to do with him?"
"Brother Tang, you misunderstood. How could I steal your woman? I’ll definitely help you win Qiu Xiang over," Ye Chen said with a smile.
Upon hearing this, Tang Bohu’s eyes widened in surprise. He looked at Ye Chen, incredulous, and said, "Brother Ye, how did you know the girl’s name is Qiu Xiang?"
"That’s not all I know. As long as you do what I say, you can win over Qiu Xiang soon," Ye Chen said mysteriously.
After all, he was a modern person, and the story of Tang Bohu Points at Qiu Xiang was very famous, known by everyone.
"Great, as long as I can win over Qiu Xiang, I’ll do whatever you say, Brother Ye. Once I win over Qiu Xiang, I’ll surely treat you to drinks and meat," Tang Bohu nodded and said.
"Brother Tang, we’re like brothers, no need to be so formal. I’ll definitely help you, no worries," Ye Chen said, waving his hand.
"Brother Ye, hurry and tell me what exactly I should do? I’m getting impatient," Tang Bohu said anxiously, eager to marry Qiu Xiang now.
"Brother Tang, don’t rush to eat hot tofu; pursuing a woman requires taking it slow, you must let her see your sincerity," Ye Chen said with a smile.
He then looked at Tang Bohu and continued, "If you want to pursue Qiu Xiang, just having chance encounters isn’t enough to show your sincerity. Besides, your reputation is well-known, and Qiu Xiang isn’t that kind of girl."
"Brother Ye, these are the only ways I could think of, so tell me, what exactly should I do?" Tang Bohu quickly asked.
"Since you know Qiu Xiang is a maid, you have to find a way to get close to her. Do you understand ’familiarity breeds fondness’?" Ye Chen said with a smile.
"But apart from chance encounters at the market, I have no other way to see her," Tang Bohu said, feeling a bit troubled.
"There’s always a way if you want it," Ye Chen retorted.
Ye Chen knew that nothing is really difficult in the world if you have the determination.
Regarding Tang Bohu’s pursuit of Qiu Xiang, as long as he made enough effort and could move Qiu Xiang, winning her over would be an easy thing.
"So, according to what you’re saying, what’s your plan?" Tang Bohu asked.
"Qiu Xiang is a maid, you could work as a servant in the household, and then the chances for you two to meet would greatly increase, wouldn’t they?" Ye Chen said bluntly.
"But, shouldn’t this be something to carefully consider? I think doing this is inappropriate. My mother definitely wouldn’t agree," Tang Bohu said, frowning.
"I think there’s nothing inappropriate unless you’re not sincere about Qiu Xiang. Besides, what does this have to do with your mother?" Ye Chen said in a slightly exasperated tone.
"Brother Ye, the heavens and earth can testify to my sincere feelings for Qiu Xiang," Tang Bohu stated firmly.
"Precisely, since you think so, there are no problems. Don’t worry about societal views," Ye Chen nodded in satisfaction.
