Uncle Lai in the Red Chamber

Chapter 251 Love everywhere
When Lai Shangrong took over the Salt and Iron Division, the Lai family's brigade also beat gongs and drums and entered Rong Mansion.

However, except for Lin Daiyu and Baochai, the others just thought that someone was hosting a wedding, and the wedding team happened to pass by, so they didn't take it seriously.

"Assail people! Attack people..."

In Yihong Courtyard, Jia Baoyu was fully dressed and shouted several times before waking up Xiren who suddenly fell into a trance.

"Why are you so distracted these days?"

"No...it's nothing. I probably haven't slept well recently."

She really hadn't slept well in the past four or five days, and was often in a daze. Especially when she was serving Jia Baoyu to dress and fall asleep, and when facing his big face, she would be in a trance for no reason.

The reason was that at the end of last month, she had no choice but to be arbitrarily dispatched by Lai Shangrong in the cave for more than an hour.

She is not someone who can't hide things. On the contrary, she can calm down whenever big things happen. When Baoyu was beaten, she was able to pretend that nothing happened and took the time to find Mingyan to deal with the aftermath.

I just thought that I was sent by the uncle once, and they would not owe each other anything from now on. Unexpectedly, he actually knew the taste and told her to listen to her at any time.

Although she is not afraid of getting tested now, how can she not get her shoes wet when she often walks by the river?

If someone finds out about this, let alone whether you can keep your aunt's position, even if you stay in the house, you don't even think about it.

"Didn't sleep well? But what's wrong? Do you want to see a doctor?" Jia Baoyu asked with concern.

While Xiren regretted that he shouldn't have worked so hard last time, so that Uncle Lai knew the taste of the marrow, he urged: "It's okay, Second Master, don't delay, go and kowtow to the old lady!"

Then he shouted to the outside: "She Yue, Qiu Wen, please accompany the second master there quickly."

Ever since Mrs. Wang carried her monthly bill, she relied on her status, and she ordered the other maids in the house to do such rough tasks as attendants and clothes delivery.

Tasting the privilege of being half master, she cherishes this hard-won opportunity even more.

Although Uncle Lai's roughness and solidity can indeed touch people's hearts more than Second Master Bao's delicateness and softness, it is not as real as Auntie's position after all.

It's just that now that he's being held hostage, it's impossible to get someone to catch him. On the contrary, he holds the real evidence of the red sweat scarf in his hand. Once he goes against his will, I'm afraid he won't let it go.

At that time, even if I want to die, I am afraid that my wife will only think that it is because of my hatred.

Just as he was thinking about how to put an end to Uncle Lai's thoughts, he heard a movement outside the house.

Immediately, Jia Baoyu was seen returning with Musk Moon and Autumn Patterns.

Puzzled: "Why are you back so soon? The old lady didn't keep the second master for dinner?"

"Hey! Don't mention it. Mrs. Lin is guarding the gate of the garden and said that the old lady has something to do today and won't let us go over to kowtow."

As Jia Baoyu spoke, he loosened his coat and lifted the skirt to let some air in.

"Even if something happens, you won't have time to kowtow, right?"

Speaking of this, a bad thought came to my mind.

It's not that she likes to think too much, Jia Baoyu has always been used to running rampant in the palace. Not to mention that Jia Mu didn't hold a big birthday party this year.

In addition, Ning's house was ransacked a while ago, and there was already a case of keeping the door shut. Is there something going on now?

Thinking of this, he said anxiously: "You guys stay at home and watch the second master, I'll go out to find out the news!"

After leaving the Yihong courtyard gate, following the wall of the Xue family's courtyard, and just turning onto the road, I saw Xue Baochai carrying an oilcloth paper parcel coming out of the corner door of the Xue family's house.

"Miss Bao!" Xiren greeted quickly: "Are you coming back from the old lady? Didn't you say that the old lady has something to do today and won't let you kowtow?"

Although the Grand View Garden is also in Rongfu, it is separated from the backyard by a wall. Once the door is sealed, it will be isolated from the inside and outside, and no news can come in.

When she saw Baochai coming back from the backyard, she thought she should know the inside story.Baochai smiled and said, "Ha! You're not allowed to kowtow. I just don't ask Brother Bao to come over!"

"What's the reason for this? Is there any important female family member coming to visit?"

"There are no important female relatives. It's just that the Lai family is hiring people from home today. I'm afraid that Brother Bao will find out and cause trouble, so I'm hiding it from him for the time being. As long as you know about it, don't talk nonsense when you go back."

The last time Baoyu was beaten, Baochai wooed Xiren and asked her to cover up for Xue Pan in front of Baoyu. However, although Xiren agreed verbally, he heard from others that she did not seem to do so.

So it was speculated that she was not confident in her ability to become the second grandmother of Bao, so she did not act according to her instructions.

If she wants Xiren to be used by her, she must give her some confidence. She knows that Xiren has always been a steady and knowledgeable person and will not talk nonsense in front of Baoyu. Therefore, she does not intend to hide the marriage between Lai Shangrong and Lin Daiyu, but only reminds her not to mess up. explain.

"Excuse me? What offer?"

"Of course Brother Lai gave the bride price to Sister Lin!"

After Baochai finished speaking, he carried the oil-paper bag and headed to Xiaoxiang Pavilion, leaving time and space for Xiren to experience it alone.

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"what?"

In Qiu Shuangzhai, Tanchun exclaimed after hearing Shi Shu's reply, and was suddenly stunned. The Jialan homework he held in his hand unconsciously slipped from his fingers.

The door of the Grand View Garden was sealed to prevent the juniors from kowtowing to celebrate his birthday, just to prevent the news from reaching Baoyu's ears.

But it didn't take long for the Ning Mansion to change. The door was suddenly closed now. I was afraid of suspicion in the garden, so I really wanted to inquire about the young lady and the personal maid. Lin Zhixiao's family was also open to the public. They would only be like Baochai. Don't give any advice. Let Baoyu know.

Tanchun had brought three or four little girls with him before, but when he was blocked from returning, he asked the servant to inquire about it. Unexpectedly, he heard the news about the Lai family's employment.

I felt my legs were weak, and I sat slumped on the edge of the bed.

Secretly repenting, I only blame myself for doing things safely, I planned to learn more erotic skills, economics and mathematics, and then I will not be stage fright when I talk to Lai Shangrong.

Unexpectedly, it was this prudent approach that delayed the opportunity for combat.

He should have expected that Brother Lai was already in his weak years and getting a wife was a top priority, so how could he continue to waste time.

Why do you have to be a confidant?Wouldn't it be possible for half-teacher and half-friend to communicate with each other?
Thinking of this, I feel regretful. Those who achieve great things should not stick to trivial matters. Being timid will only miss opportunities in vain.

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Also regretful was Siqi, who learned the news. After hearing the news, she regretted not following Lai Shangrong's suggestion and following Xing Xiuyan to marry into the Lai family.

Like a zombie, he returned to Zhujin Tower, walked straight into his room, and sat on the edge of the bed blankly.

"Sister Siqi, sister Siqi! Are you feeling uncomfortable somewhere? The lady is still waiting for your reply!"

Si Qi came back to his senses only after hearing the shouts of Xiu Ju and Xiao Lian Hua and looking at the concerned two people in front of him.

"It's nothing, I'm just tired from walking. You can go down first!"

Then he came to the Yingchun room and looked at Yingchun holding the "Taishang Induction Chapter" in his hand.

Suddenly he felt angry and said angrily: "I want the young lady to know that now the Lai family has sent a betrothal to marry Miss Lin, and the old lady and the other ladies have already agreed."

When Yingchun heard this, the hand holding the book trembled slightly.

Just listen to Si Qi say again: "I'm not talking about Miss, you are not welcome in the first place, old lady or master, no matter how good you are, I will think of you. How can I say that Uncle Lai has a bad background and is not worthy of Miss, they Even if I take advantage of an outsider like Miss Lin, I won’t leave it to the young lady.”

Yingchun remained silent, but her hands under the book were clenched tightly into fists without realizing it.

(End of this chapter)