The people of the Old Mu Family were chatting in the backyard and also entertained a few visitors who came to see Mu Dade.
All afternoon, Mu Dade didn't seize the opportunity.
Instead, Mu Danian and Mrs. Lin pulled Gou Dan aside.
Mrs. Lin taught Gou Dan step by step what needed to be done later.
"Gou Dan, later you go find your Brother Xiao Han and say your ball fell at your uncle's place. Ask your Brother Xiao Han to help retrieve it.
Remember, don't go into your uncle's yard, just stand outside, okay?"
Mrs. Lin placed her hands on Gou Dan's shoulders and repeated her instructions.
Beside them, Mu Danian patiently told Gou Dan, "If you do it well, Fifth Uncle will buy you candied haws; you can eat as many as you want!"
With the promise of treats, Gou Dan was naturally full of energy.
He licked his lips and without hesitation headed towards the third branch.
In the Old Mu Family's yard, only Xiao Han was revising his lessons at this time.
