On the Difficulties of Escape in Ancient Times

Even though Madam Li had many faults in the past, she had one good thing about her, which was that she would not desperately try to take other people's money.

Even though he had coveted Xiao Xiao's dowry at first, it was just a thought. Seeing that Xiao Xiao was not someone to be trifled with, he did not really take action.

It may also be because she was raised in wealth and has never been short of money.

Even the previous unrest in the capital city caused her to lose a lot of her private property.

But all the valuables, such as gold and silver, were taken away; and the fields, shops and other real estate could not be stolen.

Furthermore, when General Li was appointed Minister of War, the Emperor also rewarded him with 5,000 taels of silver, gold and silver jewelry, jade, calligraphy and paintings, etc., all of which were in Mrs. Li's hands.

Therefore, Madam Li was not too nervous. When Xiao Xiao was about to take over the internal affairs of the charity hall, she specifically warned her: "Don't be so short-sighted that you will not even let go of the trivial things in the charity hall. If you do, I will lose face."

"Yes, my daughter-in-law will remember it." Xiao Xiao understood. She loved her face and wanted a good reputation. This was also a good thing for her.

"Also, don't be too petty when you socialize outside." Mrs. Li was indeed very concerned about her reputation and regretted not taking her out more often before. Now her eldest daughter-in-law didn't know many people.

If the daughter-in-law called the wrong person by name, or didn't know how to address the women who came to the charity to donate, not only would Xiao be laughed at, but she herself would also be gossiped about.

So she looked at her two confidants and asked, "Who of you is willing to stay with Grandma for a few months and give her some advice?"

Although the Queen Mother gave her two maids, Madam Li didn't have to worry about the rules.

But those two maids were also in the palace and had no reputation before, so it was impossible for them to know many people.

However, when he went to a banquet, he often took Mother Liang and Mother Zhou with him.

Even if she couldn't bring two maids in, the other one would be outside, gossiping with the maids and nannies in other houses, and sometimes she could find out topics that interested her.

Moreover, when there was a banquet at my house, they also accompanied me to meet many people.

Anyway, in their circle, they know all the old ladies, madams, and grandmothers who cannot be offended or neglected.

Unfortunately, neither Mrs. Liang nor Mrs. Zhou were willing to do so.

Because not only their indentures, but also the indentures of the entire family were in the lady's hands.

If I go to my great-grandmother's place now, I'm afraid that when I come back, my place will have been taken by someone else.

Mother Zhou was thinking about how to decline politely, when she saw her mortal enemy, Mrs. Liang, kneeling on the ground with a plop: "Master, I cannot leave you. I do not want to serve you, Madam."

Mother Zhou really wanted to curse a plant, but this damn old enemy had stolen her excuse.

She also knelt down hurriedly, looking at Madam Li eagerly, her voice almost crying: "Master, I can't leave you either."

Thinking that both the grandfather and grandmother were particularly good at threatening her and always threatened to take her son and grandson to the battlefield, Mother Zhou was even more unwilling to serve Xiao Xiao.

Unfortunately, Mrs. Li didn't know whether she favored Mrs. Liang more or thought that Mrs. Zhou was more eloquent, so she let Mrs. Zhou stay with Xiao Xiao for a few months.

The master had really made up his mind, and Mother Zhou didn't dare to say anything more without being tactful.

Liang's mother also took the opportunity to say to her: "Don't worry, I won't let anyone take your place."

Even though they both had some grudges and dissatisfaction towards each other, they had all followed their master since childhood and had been with him for nearly thirty years, so they were used to each other. "You must keep your word." After hearing this, Mrs. Zhou finally felt relieved.

After waiting for a long time, the day of August 26th finally arrived. With the right time, right place and right people, Mrs. Li and Xiao Xiao took people to the charity hall.

Madam Li thought of the day before yesterday when Madam Gu came to visit her in person and gave her ginseng and other tonic foods. While in the carriage, she said to Xiao Xiao in a relaxed manner, "Madam Gu looks like a kind and generous person. The handover today should be smooth."

He also reminded her: "Even if there are some small problems in the account book, don't say anything. We can just fill it in ourselves. Don't make enemies with the Gu family for a little money."

"Yes, I will listen to my mother." Xiao Xiao also hoped that the handover would go smoothly.

If the difference is not much, she can just pretend she didn't notice.

After all, if I say it out loud, I will become enemies with the people in the Gu family.

Unfortunately, Xiao Xiao had a bad feeling and felt that the account books could not be handed over peacefully.

Thinking of the five accountants she brought with her today, she hoped they could be put to good use.

The east is rich, the west is noble, the south is poor, and the north is lowly.

The charity hall is located in the remote north of the city.

Xiao Xiao got off the carriage and first looked at her future workplace.

Well, the place is big, but unfortunately too old. Even the two big wooden doors have faded to gray.

Madam Gu was waiting for them with her five daughters-in-law. When they got off the carriage, they went to meet them, smiling and saying, "Madam Li, we've been waiting for you to finally come."

The Gu family felt that Xiao came from a poor family and probably couldn't even read or write, so they were not afraid that Xiao Xiao would notice something was wrong.

Madam Li, on the other hand, although she has a bad temper and is vain, her methods of managing the inner house are quite good.

The Gu family was even more worried that Madam Li would notice something fishy, ​​which was why they gave her a generous gift worth nearly a thousand taels of silver, hoping that she would turn a blind eye.

Therefore, Madam Gu's five legitimate daughters-in-law and the illegitimate daughters-in-law all came over and praised Madam Li one after another: "Mother said that Madam is a rare kind-hearted person. In the future, mother can rest assured that the charity hall will be handed over to Madam."

"Yes, only someone with your background and ability can make the charity better and better."

Mrs. Li was almost flattered by the mother-in-law and daughter-in-law, and she greeted them with a smile.

Xiao Xiao didn't say anything, but just listened to them talking.

Anyway, the time is still there, and she doesn't believe that they will still be able to insist on talking nonsense outside when the sun gets higher.

What makes Xiao Xiao feel disappointed is that what on earth did the Gu family do to make them flatter Madam Li so unreservedly?
After chatting for nearly a quarter of an hour, Mrs. Gu finally invited them in to talk when she saw that Mrs. Li was indeed easy to talk to.

As for Xiao Xiao, she had noticed her from the beginning. When they were talking, this grandmother who was born in a poor family stood beside them with her head lowered and her face submissive, like a maid.

Mrs. Gu felt that the Queen might have found an excuse to arrange a place for her in order to repay her for saving her life, and she just wanted Xiao Xiao to have a good reputation.

After entering, there are five rooms in the new house, with white walls, black tiles, red pillars, light blue curtains, and a complete set of semi-old Huanghuali furniture, which looks clean and simple. (End of this chapter)