The skilled widow is busy farming

Chapter 79
These matters were discussed with the elders and received their consent.

"Xiu'er, tell me, you spent all your money and made some money with great difficulty. Can you still draw pictures of jewelry and sell them when you go back?"

The mother-in-law feels sorry for Xiu Niang and spends all her money.

"Grandma, my mother said that we can't sell it anymore. We have to give away a few pictures for free. We can't ask for money. My brother-in-law and the others have already achieved fame. We can't leave any clues. Everything in the past has been wiped out. We will no longer sell jewelry pictures."

Brother Qun said quickly.

This is to close all the openings and leave no excuses.

At that time, selling jewelry pictures was a last resort because of lack of money. Weaving tapestry silk was too slow. Selling jewelry pictures was a temporary measure and could not be done regularly. Now that Li Heng and Zhou Yun have entered the court to work, they can no longer sell it for money, and they have to give it away for free. People are friendly, shut up.

"It's a pity that this road is dead, but it doesn't take much effort."

The mother-in-law sighed, finally she couldn't do a job that was easy and profitable.

"Mom, don't be afraid, I have other abilities."

"Stop bothering and let's rest. The wine shop and tavern will pay for it next year. You can't just expect Xiu Niang to support the whole family. We've done everything we need to do, and the rest is up to you."

"Yes, Grandpa Zeng, we understand."

"Well, your mother has worked too hard in the past few years. Brother Qun, you can't blame your mother for not giving enough. There is no such thing."

"No, I'm not that kind of person. I want to earn my mother's crown and crown."

The group of brothers patted their chests and tilted their chins confidently.

"That's pretty much it. Go home and have a good rest. The big things are almost done. Our family is not short of money now, so don't fix those things."

Grandpa also advised Xiuniang to take a break and not let her do the hard work. A widow had done most of the work, and she was worthy of the Li family and these brats.

"Okay, I listen to you, take a rest, I will go back and teach the children to read. I am also happy to teach this."

"If you don't obey, you will be beaten."

"Grandpa Zeng, I'm not lazy..."

The group of brothers flattened their mouths and looked aggrieved.

The whole family laughed.

The Li family is now prosperous. With Li Heng establishing a foothold in the capital and getting a good marriage, the road ahead will be smoother and smoother.

In addition, Xiu Niang is very good at life, and Yu Qin's brother-in-law and younger brother are doing their best to provide the gold and silver they need, so as not to be overwhelmed by the difficulties at hand. Her heart is full of enthusiasm, and the emotional connection is closer. In the future, she can also help and guide Li Heng who is in and out of officialdom. .

After returning to the village, the family washed up and then went to visit the uncle and the others and sent Yingzi back intact.

We got together to talk about things in the capital and told each other about each other's situation.

"It seems that Li Heng is stable, and we can breathe a sigh of relief. It's not easy. It took decades for Li Heng to be born, and it was at the expense of Brother Ping."

Grandpa lowered his head and sighed deeply.

Grandpa was silent for a while and then spoke after a long time, "This time Xiu'er has settled everything for our village on behalf of Brother Heng. All the old-age dowry has been spent and there is not a drop left. In the future, if you take more care of Xiu'er, I will too." It turns out that Brother Qun and Brother Chun will also have to study for the imperial examination in the future. When they go to the capital in the future, they may not be able to take care of Xiu'er all the time, so they still have to return to the village to take care of themselves."

"That being said, I guess Xiu Niang is not willing to retire in the capital."

It's not that I'm speculating, but that Grandpa and the others have considered the love between their husband and wife, and Xiu Niang will definitely be willing to return to the village to visit the grave from time to time.

"Don't worry, Xiu'er has made great contributions to our village and raised two good sons. We will definitely take good care of her. Brother Qun is not the only child in the family. Didn't she teach all this clan knowledge?"

This is the important reason why the uncle insisted on letting Xiuniang go to the clan school to teach. Firstly, her talent and learning are really good and should not be wasted on teaching children. Secondly, there is a way out for her in case she cannot rely on her two sons. The young people in the village were all trained by her. They were like sons and nephews. They could look after each one of them and prevent her from being bullied. "Brother Mao, your brother and sister have drawn some pictures of jewelry. Send someone to send them to you later. Be more respectful and give them to you for free this time."

"understood."

I told you all at home.

After coming back, the family rested at home for a few days. When Grandpa regained his composure, he went to the wine shop to get busy.

Li Mao knew that Xiuniang had bought Li Rui a courtyard in the capital. He was so grateful that he specifically told his eldest son Jing Ge.

"Brother Jing, you are the eldest in the family. From now on, if others don't care about your aunt, you can't let go. Your aunt treats you juniors with all her heart and soul. If the brothers can't take care of you, you can't just watch and ignore her."

"Dad, don't worry, I can't be that kind of person. Don't you know, dad? My second aunt put the tavern in my name. She settled it secretly before going to the capital. She found it in my drawer after he left."

"This person doesn't leave anything for herself. She is a widow..."

Li Mao slapped his thigh anxiously.

"My ex-son said I didn't want it, and my aunt was angry with me. She said that we, the little ones, are all in her heart, and no one is losing."

Li Jing lowered his head and his eyes were red.

The brothers will all be officials in the future, and Li Jing was also disappointed. It was his aunt who carefully analyzed and discussed with him and asked him to learn to take care of the common affairs. The brothers are not very good at this aspect. You, the eldest brother, have to do it. Take this on.

In the future, I may have to go to the capital to share the common affairs and housekeeping responsibilities for them. I have to look after and control a few of them, which has nothing to do with whether I am an official or not.

You are the link between our house and our clan, otherwise those few will fly away, and there must be a thread to tie them up.In the future, they will need more financial support, and they cannot get rid of you, the big brother.

After some careful deliberation, Li Jing found his own position in life, contributing to his family and his future children and grandchildren.

"Dad, I've been thinking about it for a long time. I want to keep the tavern. It's impossible for my brothers to be officials in the capital without money. My aunt has to work hard every time. Why don't I do it? My aunt treats me and my son badly. What’s wrong, I’ll provide for my aunt until she retires, I’m the boss.”

Li Jing is an honest and kind person. Since Li Ping's death, Li Mao and his sister-in-law have been telling him that they should take care of Xiuniang in the future.

Xiu Niang also cared deeply for their brothers. If they needed money, they would help. In Li Jing's heart, he not only had to provide for his parents in old age, but also provide for Xiu Niang. This was his responsibility, and it was originally within his scope. thing.

"Good son, from now on the family affairs will depend on you. Your aunt wants you to arrange a good marriage, and now is the time. Your uncle has become a Beijing official and has gained face. He can find you a good wife."

"Thank you dad, I listen to my elders."

"Hey! I've given you everything, but you have to work hard."

"I know."

"The rent and dividends must be given to your aunt. You can't keep them all. Your aunt has no money. She bought a yard and a shop for your two brothers, but the money has dried up."

Li Mao quickly reminded his son, don't be selfish, grandpa will beat you to death.

"I know, you look down on your son."

"You brat, let's go."

"Oh, dad, I want to buy a cook and driver for my family. My aunt can't cook, and my mother came back too late."

"Okay, buy someone who is honest and responsible. It's best for a family."

"Then I'll look for it."

(End of this chapter)