Little lucky girl from the peasant family: Queen Splendid

Chapter 86
It has always been the case in this world that good things don't go out, and bad things spread thousands of miles!
The relief food was gone, and the news quickly seemed to grow wings. It spread throughout the capital within a day, and spread to all directions of the country at a faster speed.

So, in just one day, everyone knew that Xiao Guifei, the new emperor's favorite concubine, together with her natal family, sold the national grain at a high price, and put the money they earned into their own pockets!
There is no food in the treasury!
Not to mention the south where there are starved bones everywhere, even the whole capital, when they heard that there was no food in the treasury, the first reaction was to panic, and then they secretly prepared luggage and bought food in large quantities.

Then there were endless uprising troops and bandits all over the country, and more people bought food wantonly. Under the vicious circle, food prices rose sharply.

Even a small place like Laoshan'ao has increased the price of grain, and some capable rich people have also started to buy grain. The new grain is not yet available, and the villagers can't even fill their stomachs, so they have no spare time to buy grain.Later, I don't know who came up with the idea, they all flocked to Ding's house, the richest man in the village, to borrow rice.

For several days in a row, people came to the door. At first it was the relatives and neighbors of the Ding family, and later it spread to the whole village.

Old man Ding and Mrs. Lu are both kind and loyal farmers. They always like to think of the best of others, and their family does have this ability.So when I heard relatives crying in front of me how difficult it was for my family, and my child hadn't eaten once in a few days, my heart softened first, and I borrowed it a few times.

However, this matter is like a reservoir with an open gate, and it will be difficult to close it again.Seeing that more and more people came to borrow rice and grain, the Ding family couldn't hold on anymore.

Ding Boss and Ding Lao Er both heard the news and returned home. The men thought together that it was not good to go on like this, so they made up their minds that no matter who came to the door, they would never borrow money again.

However, as soon as they heard that the Ding family no longer borrowed food, the attitude of the villagers towards the Ding family changed suddenly. What is the same as sworn hatred.

Even if everyone still remembered that the Ding family was protected by the mother-in-law of the mountain god, that still couldn't overcome their fear of starvation.

Ding Wei was already worried. After hearing this, she felt that she couldn't delay any longer, so she told Gong Zhiming that she wanted to go home.

It's not peaceful outside, there are too many refugees, Gong Zhiming is worried about her safety, and he is a little reluctant.But after thinking about it, he still nodded his head, "You can go back, but let Lin Liu and Yunying see you off. Brother An stay at home first, go back quickly!"

When Ding Wei heard him calling this place home intimately, a burst of sweetness came to Ding Wei's heart. Although they have been busy for a while, the two of them are like a man and woman in love. Even a glance or a slight smile between each other can make each other's heart beat For a long time, they became more and more intimate with each other.

Don't gossip, Ding Wei herself didn't want to take Ange out, she was afraid that the road would be unsafe, so she nodded and said: "You are so busy here that everyone has become a spinning top, how can you send someone to see me off? I'm not going to some dragon's lair and tiger's den, I'm going back to my home, and I don't need to bring anyone with me! Besides, this road is not far away."

Gong Zhiming put down the letter in his hand, slowly held her soft little hand, his deep eyes were full of seriousness, and he did not hide his worry and concern, "Listen to me, bring Yunying and Lin Liu. If it is convenient for me to walk, I will personally see you off!"

His voice is deep and deep, very gentle.

Ding Wei's pretty face blushed slightly, but she couldn't bear to refuse any more, so she nodded, "Okay, I'll listen to you!"

Gong Zhiming smiled brightly. He was originally a cold person, with a handsome face and cold brows. Maybe it was because there were too many things to prepare during this period of time. His brows were always slightly drawn, and his expression was tired.

With such a sudden smile now, it seems like the moon piercing through the dark clouds in the darkness, and the rising sun in the morning light, illuminating everything in an instant.

Ding Wei's heartstrings trembled violently, and she couldn't help but stare dumbfounded, it was her little daughter's nympho-like expression.

Gong Meizhi was very upset, he is a normal man, and he would be happy to see the girl he likes looking at him so fascinated.

He couldn't help raising his hand, and gently stroked Ding Wei's temple hair, his voice became more gentle, "Go early and come back early!"

Ding Wei just came back to her senses, slightly embarrassed, and didn't dare to look at him, she gave a vague reply, turned around and left in a panic.

Needless to say, the man's cheerful laughter came faintly from behind.

Ding Wei became a little annoyed, and her face turned even redder, but the smile on the corners of her eyes and brows could not be erased.

Lin Liu had been ordered a long time ago, and now she was waiting outside, and just happened to see her shy yet completely relaxed smile, and she was shocked into heaven.

Ding Wei didn't notice anything strange about him, she walked over and said with a smile, "I'll trouble Manager Lin to accompany me this trip!"

"No trouble, no trouble! You should, you should!" Lin Liu coughed in embarrassment, and quickly lowered his head.

The smile on Ding Wei's lips deepened, but she quickened her pace.

Lin Liu followed behind, sneaking a few glances at Ding Wei, thinking to himself, no wonder someone as outstanding as his young master would fall in love with Miss Ding.Although Miss Ding's appearance is not extremely beautiful, her generous and natural demeanor is not comparable to that of ordinary women.

Even the ladies I met in the capital back then, none of them could compare to Miss Ding!

Of course Ding Wei didn't know what was going on in his head, he was thinking about his family, and when he left the Yun's yard, he couldn't help but quicken his pace.

There are no pedestrians on the road anymore, even one or two occasionally, they are also in a hurry, with a sad and tired look on their faces, each of them seems to be bent down by life, and they can't even see the past. Children playing outside in summer.

Ding Wei couldn't help feeling deeply moved.

Lin Liu seemed to see what she was thinking, trotted two steps forward, and explained in a low voice: "Miss Ding, some refugees have already entered the village. But they were driven out by the strong labor force organized by Lizheng, and guards were arranged. , the village is quieter now. But it’s not safe for the children to come out to play unsupervised!"

Ding Wei nodded and sighed softly: "It's clearly midsummer, but this village looks quite desolate!"

"If there are fewer people, it will be desolate!" Lin Liu whispered: "I heard that some families in the nearby villages and towns packed up their belongings and fled!"

He arrived at Ding's house soon, because Ding Wei didn't send any word before, so his sudden return surprised and delighted the whole family.

It happened that the whole family was there, and they all came out to welcome them.Although the Liu family and the Wang family were also smiling, they were annoyed.

Ding Wei was puzzled in her heart, but she didn't show it on her face.

Ding Lao Er was the first to speak: "Wei'er, you came back just in time, we are discussing with Dad about going to find you!"

Since Ding Wei suddenly forgot about her previous life, she is much better at dealing with the world than their father and brother, so the whole family subconsciously wants to ask her opinion on matters.

Old Man Ding greeted Lin Liu politely, "Boss Lin specially sent my daughter back. It's really troublesome. Come in and have a cup of hot tea. Mother Bao'er, make tea quickly!"

"Hey, I'll go right away, father-in-law!" Liu Shi was honest, gave Lin Liu a shy smile, and walked away to the kitchen.

Mrs. Wang was on the sidelines and refused to move. After being glared at by Mrs. Lu, she reluctantly followed to the kitchen, leaving her ears outside.

At this time, when my sister-in-law came back, it was obvious that she had something to say.If you don't stay in the main room, how can you inquire about the news?
Seeing that the two daughter-in-laws had gone out, Mrs. Lu also smiled at Lin Liu: "It's a hot day, please run this trip, and come in to cool off. This tea is also the Longjing tea that Wei'er sent a few days ago. , said it was made before the rain... we country people don't understand this, but it smells very fragrant and not bitter when we drink it!"

Lin Liu hurriedly waved his hands: "The old man and the old lady are insulting me, but they dare not be so polite. I sent Miss Ding back by the order of my young master. Miss Ding, please ignore me. If you have anything to say, please come in." Say, I'll just wait outside!"

After finishing speaking, he sat down on the wooden bench under the eaves, as if he was following the rules and waiting for Ding Wei to go back.

When old man Ding and Mrs. Lu heard this, they immediately felt uncomfortable.

This girl has sold her body for three years, so she is no longer her own family. She finally came back, and there are still people waiting to send her back.

Old man Ding was more open-minded, and then he thought that this also shows that the Yun family attaches great importance to their daughters. There are quite a few households in the surrounding villages who sell their daughters to rich families as servants, but no one has come back to visit their families. And the steward personally picks it up?What's more, I went to the grandson's catch-up banquet before, but I saw with my own eyes how kind the Yun family treats their daughter and grandson.

Thinking of this, old man Ding became happy again.

Ding Wei could see what her parents were thinking, and felt a little astringent in her heart, blaming herself faintly.Knowing that the world is not peaceful, why don't you come back in time to visit your parents?

She smiled and said to Lin Liu: "Since you're here, let's sit in the main hall and have a cup of tea. Let us do our best as landlords. It's also a visit. The house is narrow and shallow, so I hope that Manager Lin will not dislike you." .”

Lin Liu couldn't be bothered, he quickly waved his hands, and answered after deliberation: "Since Miss Ding said the same thing, then I'll sit down!"

Ding Lao Er hurriedly raised his hand to invite him in.

Old man Ding had a strange look in his eyes, and murmured in his heart, why did this member of the Yun family treat his daughter so politely when he came back this time, as if he was treating his master.

It's just that his thoughts are chaotic at this time, and this idea just swirls in his mind before being thrown to the back of his mind.

Lin Liu drank a cup of tea in the room, and saw that the Ding family only talked to him, as if he was afraid of neglecting him.He knew that Ding Wei had something important to come back this time, so seeing that Ding's family couldn't let go, he felt embarrassed to disturb him, so he stood up with a smile on his young face: "I just remembered, the old man still You sent me an errand, so it's not good to wait here for a long time, so how about I come to pick up Miss Ding after dinner?"

Everyone in the Ding family was waiting for this sentence. Sure enough, old man Ding and Mrs. Lu all smiled, and after a few polite words, they asked Mrs. Liu to take a small delicate basket from the kitchen, and put a dozen or so freshly baked dumplings in it. Crispy persimmons and more than 20 native eggs.

(End of this chapter)