Nongmen Jinfeng: Cold-noodled husband and little daughter-in-law

Chapter 1249 A good chance to compete for the ranking

The sky was a bit gloomy, and the north wind was gradually picking up, but it didn't rain. It was just looking at the scene of falling leaves in the gray sky, which was a bit bleak.

Fang Xiaofu couldn't stand this kind of weather anymore, and when everyone went to school, she hugged Qi'er and took Tang Ming, Tang Si, and Lin Sen for a walk in the garden, accompanied by four maids.

At this time, the little girl next to the second cousin ran to say that the uncle of the Xu family was here and was drinking tea in the Changxuan.So Fang Xiaofu walked back.

The little ones were bouncing around, a little unwilling to come back, Fang Xiaofu said, "I'll cut melons for you to eat, as well as grapes, apples, chestnuts..."

The three little guys immediately "Oh!" got up, turned around and ran back. Tang Ming could walk with his hands down now, but it was still terrifying to run.

Fang Xiaofu was so frightened that he hurriedly called to stop, saying that whoever ran would have nothing to eat, and then the three little guys walked slowly.Qi'er laughed out loud.

Back in the open room, I saw Uncle Xu sitting there leisurely fiddled with tea bowls, and the two tables beside him were piled with gift boxes.

"Uncle is back. Did the trip to the capital go well?" Fang Xiaofu walked in with a smile, and exchanged greetings with Uncle Xu.

He also signaled Chunliu to get a baby carriage for Qi'er, asked Yan'er to prepare a fruit plate for the three little ones, asked Ying'er to take care of the three little ones, and ordered Xia He to prepare rose tea for the little ones to quench their thirst.

Seeing the little girl's busyness, Xu Shouye burst out laughing, and suddenly sighed greedily: "Little Qi'er can not only make money, but also be so capable at raising a baby!"

It would be great if it was his daughter-in-law, she is definitely a master of the family...

"Uncle has won the prize. These children are very good and easy to take along." Fang Xiaofu smiled modestly, glanced at the gift, and said, "Why is uncle so polite again? Just bring some snacks to coax Just coax Xiao Qier."

Xu Shouye's mouth twitched when he heard that.What he brought were all good things, almost reaching 2 taels of silver, and the little girl actually said that just bring some snacks?
"Uncle has finally made some money this time. Although these gifts are not many, how can he only bring some snacks? Even if Xiao Qi'er doesn't think it's shabby, it's too dishonest."

Xu Shouye came back to his senses and explained with a smile, then pointed to the pile of gifts: "I heard that Xiao Qi'er likes to use bird's nest to stew porridge now."

"It just so happens that my uncle opened a shop in the south and asked the steward to collect a lot of white swallows from overseas. This is much cheaper than what we sell in the north. Try it. If you like it, I will ask the steward to keep it next time."

Fang Xiaofu's eyes couldn't help but brighten up when he heard this. These overseas countries must be those countries in Southeast Asia that are rich in bird's nests. Because they are purchased from coastal cities, they are equivalent to second production areas, so the price will be much cheaper than inland cities.

This is also convenient in terms of location, otherwise, even a big family would not be able to say the word "cheap".

"Then thank you uncle, but I can't always make you spend money. Next time, I will let the second brother collect it. Uncle will let someone take care of them." Fang Xiaofu declined with a smile.

Originally, I wanted to ask the manager of the Xu family to help collect some, and she would just pay.

But after thinking about it, my uncle just gave a gift, so I don't know how much the gift is worth. It would be rude for her to ask the price, but if she doesn't ask the price, how can I ask the Xu family to buy it for me?
The consumption of bird's nest is still very high at home. Although in order to save money, I listened to her suggestion to eat a small amount and eat a little more in two or three days, but there are so many people who eat it.

Hearing her talk about Fang Ziyuan and the others, Xu Shouye was both surprised and emotional when he talked about meeting them on the road.

Finally, he looked at Fang Xiaofu puzzled: "The two brothers have just passed the Juren exam, why don't they study hard at home and prepare for the exam next year? It will be a waste of a few months to go to the capital."

Although scholars rely on self-consciousness, they can also take time to study on the road, but they can only take time, right?

"Uncle doesn't know. Brothers take the exam, one is to see the timing is right, and the other is to have a higher reputation to support the family's business."

"But they are in a hurry to go to the exam. They are afraid that even if they pass the exam, they will not be a high school, and they will lose a better opportunity. Therefore, they don't plan to go to Chunwei next year."

Fang Xiaofu already knew the decision of the three brothers from Fang Zizhan, so he explained it like this.

"Their idea is good, but...it's a pity. Next year should be the best opportunity." Xu Shouye shook his head regretfully after hearing this.

Because Enke has let the scholars who have been preparing for a long time go to high school, and the skills left behind are always poor, plus those who failed to take the provincial examination last year, and those who were admitted to the student body only last year.

This group of people is younger and weaker than the previous group in terms of strength and experience, which is why so many people apply for the exam but so few pass.

Too hasty!

But at the same time, it is also a good opportunity for capable and talented people to compete for rankings.

Like Fang Ziyuan, he only allowed one chief case from another county to be ahead, but he also left five chief cases from other counties behind.This is also a manifestation of comprehensive strength.

However, it is also risky for opportunities.After all, they have only passed the imperial examination in Qiyun Prefecture, and there are more than 200 counties in [-] states in Dongli.

That's why Xu Shouye felt pity on the one hand, and felt reasonable on the other.

It's better to prepare well before taking the exam, but... "I originally wanted Jiahan to try next year. Even if I can't get into the first class, I can get a good ranking in the second class."

At that time, let his second uncle find a way to arrange to be a Beijing official, so that their Xu family will have three Beijing officials, plus his son-in-law is also in Beijing, and then ask Mr. Tianyi to help transfer his third brother back.

Their Xu family can move to the capital for a family reunion, wouldn't that be consummation?
But now hearing what the little girl said, he felt that it was indeed a bit hasty, and it would be better if it was a year later...

"Although it is said that there is no need to rush to take the exam next year, it is fine to let your third uncle do business. After all, the two young men are a little tender, and it is very hard to run a business outside."

After lamenting about the imperial examination, Xu Shouye spoke again worriedly.

"Third Uncle is still busy with the restaurant business. He wants to open a few more restaurants this year, and he will take a break next year." Fang Xiaofu explained, and suddenly smiled, "The restaurant is a joint venture between the brothers, so it is natural for them to They took care of themselves."

"Your family's business is really...a clear division of labor." Xu Shouye originally wanted to say that the division is too scattered, and there is a feeling that they are doing their own things without disturbing each other, but he changed it to a clear division of labor. .

Presumably it was the little girl's idea, how could the little girl's idea be worse?

(End of this chapter)