The sky collapsed, and in the blink of an eye, I found myself transported to Nanluoguxiang.

After leaving the courtyard, Li Kaixin went to courtyard house number 94.

As soon as we arrived, we saw Master He and the other two carrying tools, preparing to leave.

"Master He!"

Li Kaixin walked forward with a smile, took out a Daqianmen cigarette from his pocket, and handed it over.

Master He quickly put down what he was holding, took the cigarette with both hands, and smiled broadly: "Boss, you've arrived."

Immediately afterwards, Li Kaixin handed one to each of Master He's apprentices, Dazhuang and Erniu.

Only then did he ask, "Master He, what stage is my house at now? How long will it take to be completed?"

"Master, it will probably take about three more days. The roof tiles have all been replaced." Master He thought for a moment and replied truthfully.

Li Kaixin nodded and walked into the room.

Seeing this, Master He handed his tools to his two apprentices and followed them.

Li Kaixin entered the room and carefully looked around.

The walls have been half-painted white, making them appear much brighter. I also saw the roof tiles when I came in; they have indeed all been replaced.

Master He followed behind, smiling as he asked, "Boss, how is it?"

"very good."

Li Kaixin responded instinctively, then turned around and saw it was Master He, somewhat surprised: "Master He, you haven't left yet?"

Master He smiled and said, "That's because I was afraid you might be dissatisfied with something, so I could listen in and make changes at any time."

"No need to change it, Master He, I'm quite satisfied."

Li Kaixin smiled and waved his hand, then said, "You must be tired after a long day. Go back first, I'll take a look at myself."

After hearing this, Master He nodded and turned to leave.

After walking around the two rooms, Li Kaixin went outside.

Just then, Aunt Lu from across the hall pushed open her door and saw Li Kaixin. She immediately greeted her with a smile, "Kaixin, you've come to see the house?"

"Yes, Aunt Lu," Li Kaixin replied with a smile, reaching into her pocket to grab a handful of walnuts from her secret space and handing them over.

"Please look after these for me. Here, have some walnuts."

"Oh dear, I can't accept this." Aunt Lu said politely, but her hands accepted the gift quickly, and her face lit up with a smile.

"Don't worry, Kaixin, I'll definitely take good care of your house."

"Thank you very much, Aunt Lu."

After exchanging a few pleasantries, Li Kaixin took his leave and headed towards the place Wu Tian had mentioned.

Upon arrival, we found ourselves in a traditional courtyard house.

Li Kaixin now has a bag containing tobacco, alcohol, and a pound of grain in his hand.

As I approached, I saw Wu Tian, ​​Captain Wang, Captain Wang's wife, and a middle-aged couple standing at the door.

Wu Tian, ​​with his sharp eyes, spotted Li Kaixin first, smiled, and quickly walked over to greet her, giving her a firm hug as soon as he got there.

Then, noticing what Li Kaixin was carrying, she said with a hint of complaint, "Kaixin, you came all this way, but why did you bring anything? I didn't invite you here today."

"It's my first time visiting, so I can't come empty-handed," Li Kaixin said with a smile, handing over the gift.

At this moment, the middle-aged couple and Captain Wang and his wife also stepped forward with smiles on their faces.

"Welcome, welcome!"

The middle-aged couple spoke in unison, their attitude very enthusiastic.

Wu Tian quickly explained from the side.

First, say to Li Kaixin, "Kaixin, these are my father and mother."

Then, turning to his parents, he spoke solemnly:

"Dad, Mom, this is my good brother, Li Kaixin, whom I often mention."

"He's the one who healed my injury last time."

Upon hearing this, Wu Tian's parents became even more enthusiastic.

"Young man, thank you for saving my son!" Wu Tian's mother said, and was about to pull Wu Tian's father to bow.

Li Kaixin quickly turned to the side and waved his hand:

"No, no! Uncle and Aunt, you are my elders, there is no reason for you to bow to me."

"Besides, Wu Tian and I are brothers. How could I ignore him when he's injured?"

He then turned to Captain Wang, smiling and pleading for help: "Captain Wang, don't you agree?"

"Yes, Lao Wu, sister-in-law!"

Captain Wang, standing to the side, smiled and tried to smooth things over: "Let the young people handle their own friendship. As long as we elders have shown our good intentions, that's enough."

Hearing Captain Wang say this, Wu Tian's parents smiled and nodded, "That makes sense, that makes sense."

Captain Wang then gestured to Wu Tian: "Xiao Tian, ​​come on behalf of your parents and yourself, thank Kaixin properly."

Without saying a word, Wu Tian turned around and bowed properly to Li Kaixin.

This time, Li Kaixin didn't refuse and accepted it readily.

After Wu Tianzhi stood up, Captain Wang introduced his wife, named Duan Hong.

After they had gotten to know each other quite well, Wu Tian warmly pulled Li Kaixin along and led her into the courtyard.

This courtyard is quite spacious; it's a large courtyard with three sections.

Several square tables had already been set up in the courtyard, and most of the drivers from the transportation station had arrived, thanks to Captain Wang's influence.

There were also some people I didn't recognize; they were probably Wu Tian's relatives or neighbors.

After settling Li Kaixin in, Wu Tian turned to greet the other guests at the door.

Li Kaixin first greeted each of the experienced masters present, and then sat down next to Master Chen.

Then, he leaned closer and asked in a low voice, "Master, what are Captain Wang and Wu Tian up to? They've brought almost everyone in the station here."

"I'm also clueless. Old Wang didn't give any hints beforehand," Master Chen shook his head.

A short while later, Qian Dazhuang arrived with his master.

Qian Dazhuang spotted Li Kaixin at a glance and quickly approached him: "Kaixin, do you know what Wu Tian was up to today? He's acting all mysterious."

Li Kaixin could only shake his head, indicating that he was also unsure.

Finally, Wu Tian, ​​Captain Wang, and the others accompanied Director Xie into the courtyard.

Li Kaixin looked around and saw that, apart from Yang Hua'an, who had a grudge against Wu Tian, ​​and some uninvited apprentices, all the drivers from the transportation station were present.

After Director Xie took his seat, Wu Tian, ​​his parents, and Captain Wang and his wife walked together to an open space in the courtyard.

Li Kaixin and everyone else present turned their attention to that direction.

At this moment, Captain Wang cleared his throat and said, "I invited everyone here today so that you comrades can serve as witnesses."

"I, Wang Zhen, want to recognize Wu Tian as my godson."

A murmur of discussion immediately arose from below.

Li Kaixin and Qian Dazhuang exchanged a surprised glance.

Only Master Chen showed an expression of "I knew it."

Seeing this, Li Kaixin asked in a low voice, "Master, didn't you say you didn't know?"

"I only have a rough idea; I'm not sure."

Master Chen smiled and continued, "Wu Tian is going to be blessed from now on, but the burden on his shoulders will also be heavier."

Li Kaixin asked with a puzzled look, "Why, Master?"

Master Chen then explained softly, "Old Wang and his wife have never had children, and they probably won't in the future either."

"Tell me, shouldn't Wu Tian, ​​this godson, take on the same responsibilities as a biological son?"

Upon hearing this, Li Kaixin immediately understood.

In these days, adopting a godparent is a completely different matter than in later generations; it's a genuine bond of affection. From now on, Captain Wang will treat Wu Tian as his own son, and Wu Tian will certainly have to take care of the two elders in their old age and see them off in their final days.

Otherwise, the gossip from those around you would be enough to make you suffer.

Over there, Wu Tian had already picked up the teacup and respectfully offered it to Captain Wang.

Next came kneeling and kowtowing. After a set of solemn rituals, the family recognition ceremony was considered complete.