The Ups and Downs of Mrs. Yipin

Chapter 56

On the third day after the funeral, Comrade He Huaian had already started to go to work.Fang Xiuyi stubbornly asked the children to rest at home for a day. Their studies were already heavy, so how could they bear it at such a young age.He Huai'an agreed to the arrangements for the children, but rejected Fang Xiuyi's suggestion that he also rest for a few more days.

For this reason, Fang Xiuyi specifically asked He Huai'an for advice.

"My lord, didn't you say that Ding You said it?"

"There is such a saying. But my situation is special. One is because my hometown was destroyed and my mother was buried in the suburbs of Beijing, and the other is because the emperor didn't want me to leave my post for too long. This is called 'duoqing'."

As soon as Fang Xiu thought about his previous life, when the father of a certain employee died of illness, he was given three to five days off, not even a week.There is also Ding You's three-year ceremony here, I don't know if this "duoqing" has any side effects
Fang Xiuyi was also helpless, after all, she was working for others, so the boss should be angry after how long it has been.So she ordered the kitchen to make more supplements for He Huai'an, to eat and drink on time throughout the day.After finishing the order, she didn't care so much, she fell asleep, and if she didn't rest, she couldn't stand it anymore.

He Huaian and the children seemed to be in better health than Fang Xiuyi.He Huai'an basically didn't rest much, but after two days, his complexion had returned to normal, and the children were already alive and well after only one day's rest.In this regard, Fang Xiuyi could only make up his mind to make his body stronger.

But when Fang Xiuyi was drawing up her own exercise plan, Mama Wang came to her to discuss something.Since she became Mrs. He, she has been busy with this and that. Although Mama Wang is in charge of the yard, there is very little communication between the two.She felt that Mother Wang didn't like her, but she didn't have time to find out why.

"Mother Wang, you have worked hard these past few days. If it weren't for your help, I would have been blind." Regarding this, Fang Xiuyi agrees very much. Mama Wang has rich experience and does things properly, so she really shared the burden for Fang Xiuyi. a lot of.

"Madam flattered me, these are what I should do."

"I don't know what business Mrs. Wang wants to discuss today?"

"Ma'am, it was our responsibility to share the burden with the master, but now, madam is the hostess of the mansion. I am afraid that the affairs of this mansion must be taken over by the madam. My lord has already ordered me to discuss everything with the madam. explain clearly."

Ms. Wang spoke very directly, but her tone was somewhat unfriendly. Fang Xiuyi was not sure if it was because she didn't like her, or because she didn't want to hand over the power.In fact, Fang Xiuyi herself never thought of taking over the affairs of this mansion. She really did not regard herself as the master of the Shangshu Mansion, maybe because the time was too short, she hadn't thought about it.This may have something to do with her previous personality. She took good care of her one-acre land without much self-motivation.

"How long has Mama Wang been with you?"

"Master Meng has not given up, it has been ten years." Mother Wang's tone was quite proud.

Fang Xiuyi didn't know any of this.That's right, since she became Mrs. He, she hasn't had a chance to talk to He Huai'an at all, and she hasn't thought about what to do, let alone how to do it.In ten years, He Huaian just left his hometown.

"Ten years, it's been really hard work for Mrs. Wang. She has been taking care of your lord, and Mrs. Wang has contributed a lot to your success!" Fang Xiuyi said this very sincerely.

"Madam is serious, it is also my blessing to be able to serve by your side."

"Mother Wang, although I am called the wife of the Shangshu Mansion, you also know what I used to do. The huge Shangshu Mansion will be handed over to me at once, and I am afraid I will not be able to bear it." Fang Xiu glanced at Wang. Mom looked a little smug, "However, since I am the wife and the hostess of this mansion, and you are willing to help me, Mama Wang, then I will take it with reluctance. But I really have to rely on Mama Wang for help. Otherwise, I would really be a joke in other people's mouths."

The expression on Ms. Wang's face was a little stiff, but when she heard what Fang Xiuyi said, she could only agree.

"The madam will see the stewards of the mansion tomorrow. I will bring all the books later, and the madam will look at them first."

"Okay, I'm here to trouble Mommy Wang."

Soon, Mama Wang asked someone to bring three large boxes over.

"Madam, this is the account book since your lord opened the Shangshu Mansion."

"It's been a few years since my lord became a minister. What about the old ones?" Although Fang Xiuyi didn't like to do this, she still knew the rules of handing over accounts.

"When the Shangshu Mansion was opened, my lord had already settled all previous accounts."

Fang Xiu nodded, it seems that this He Huai'an is not a man who doesn't care about the backyard, it's easy to handle, she can ask for advice later.Seeing Mama Wang's expression, she also knew that this person looked down on her and probably wanted to see her make a fool of herself.She didn't want to, if she wanted to make a fool of herself, it was enough for He Huai'an.

"Okay, very good. Let's put it down, I'll look back. However, I hope Mama Wang can give some pointers." Although Fang Xiuyi said it calmly, she was still trembling in her heart.

However, Ms. Wang didn't give her any advice, she only said that it was Madam's business, and it was inconvenient for her to intervene.

When Mama Wang left, Fang Xiuyi hurriedly asked the two maids to open the box.Not to mention, Mama Wang's work is indeed well-documented, and the accounts for the past three or four years have been kept according to the year.The earliest account she found was from the 29th year of Renzong Wanhe.Although the handwriting is average, the income and expenditure details are very clear, and the daily life is also remembered in detail. There is even a record of how much charcoal fire I bought that winter.If Ms. Wang doesn't care about her status, she is really a good housekeeper. If she can get along with her happily, that's fine. Talents should be used rationally.

He Huai'an sent someone back to say that he had to discuss work with the staff of the official department at noon, and Fang Xiuyi was worried if he didn't come back for dinner, so he sent someone to deliver the soup stewed at home to the Yamen. It didn't matter whether he came back for dinner or not, but his health was very important.When the children went to school in the afternoon, Fang Xiuyi forced herself to calm down and look at the account books. She was going to see the stewards tomorrow.Ms. Wang probably wanted to see her jokes, so she only gave the account book and list, and didn't explain anything else.

It wasn't until He Huai'an and the children came back that Fang Xiuyi looked up from the ledger. She sighed, this is really not what ordinary people do!

"Mother, why didn't you speak today?" Fei Yu asked strangely. On weekdays, Fang Xiuyi liked to talk most when eating.

He Huaian and Siyuan also looked at Fang Xiuyi, they were used to Fang Xiuyi joking around the dinner table.

"Oh, girl, mother just wants to drop gold from the sky every day without doing anything."

"Why? What else does mother do every day?"

Fang Xiu was so angry that she almost choked, what do you mean?
"Smelly girl, I work hard every day, okay? I want to manage such a big place!"

"But, isn't there a father?" Fei Yu has already listed He Huai'an as an idol.

He Huai'an smiled at the side, he also knew what Fang Xiuyi did today, but he didn't think Fang Xiuyi couldn't do it, this lady still has potential.He patted Fei Yu's head with a smile, and said: "Daddy has daddy's affairs, and your mother will take care of the house."

Fei Yu nodded, and quickly added food to Fang Xiuyi, "Mother, eat more."

"Mother, there are so many people in the house, just let them do it, don't tire yourself out." Siyuan said very seriously, he didn't want Fang Xiuyi to collapse from exhaustion.

"Hey, our Siyuan is the most considerate!" Fang Xiuyi said happily, "You are right, we must be good at using human resources."

Fei Yu pouted, "Mother doesn't even praise me."

"Who said that? We Feiyu are the smartest!" Fang Xiuyi forcefully stuffed a mouthful of rice into Feiyu's mouth.

"By the way, mother, I still keep an account. It's a reward from both of us. It's a lot!"

Fang Xiuyi's heart moved, "Okay, let me take a look later. I knew Fei Yu did the best!"

"There are not many people in the mansion, and most of them are very well-behaved. Just do your best and don't be too tired." He Huai'an still likes to watch the chatting and laughing at the dinner table every day. Although this is a bit unruly, the rules are for people. See, that's fine for now.

"I see, my lord, I still want to ask my lord to give me more advice."

After dinner, Fang Xiuyi sorted out the earliest and most recent account books before going to He Huai'an's yard.

"My lord, I want to ask a few things." Fang Xiu put the ledger and list on the table.

San Dong made Fang Xiu a good tea and went out.

"What's the matter, tell me."

"My lord, I heard from Mama Wang that when you opened the Shangshu Mansion, your lord cleared all the old accounts?"

"There is such a thing. It's useless to keep the previous ones, and they will be burned after they are settled."

"Well, that's fine. Take a look, is this the account that was settled back then?" Fang Xiu handed the earliest copy to He Huai'an.

He Huai'an turned over the ledger, "This is it, the first page was written with Ban Xia's help."

Fang Xiuyi quickly ran through his mind, that is to say, the total assets of the mansion back then were 6000 taels in cash, and the [-] mu of land a hundred miles east of the capital, plus the three shops in the city, the fixed assets were still Quite a lot.

"My lord, I don't think there are many people in the mansion, and there are only 34 servants in total, just as usual. But why didn't I see the names of Sandong and the others?"

"Sandong and the others have other bills, and their wages don't leave the house."

Fang Xiu's eyes were as wide as copper bells, and if he didn't leave the house, it meant that He Huai'an had another account in his hand.

He Huai'an smiled, this Fang Xiuyi reacted too quickly, it's just that there are some things that I don't like to pursue.

"My monthly salary is 61 shi, which is about the same as a salary for the mansion. In addition, I give 1 taels to the mansion every year."

1 taels!What is this concept? !Fang Xiu became even more excited. It turned out that He Huai'an was so rich, but he didn't know where the money came from?Are there any improper sources?She suddenly remembered that there used to be a popular question on the Internet: If your husband gives you 2 yuan a month, but you don’t see anyone, is that okay?Immediately, a large number of women replied on the Internet, don't say [-], [-] is fine.I don't know how she should be feeling now, whether she wants money but not people, or wants money and people?

"Good!" Fang Xiuyi couldn't help but praise him sincerely.

"Of course, if there is a big expenditure in the mansion, you can just tell me."

"Yeah, okay." Fang Xiu nodded repeatedly. She had worked so hard for so many years to save more than 200 taels of silver.From what he said, the money was just for her and the children.

"Then, my lord, how much should the big expenditure be?" Fang Xiu's eyes lit up once or twice.

He Huai'an couldn't help laughing, he had also seen a woman who loves money, but this was the first time he saw such a blatant one.

"It's as big as you think it is."

Fang Xiu covered the account book in front of her eyes, and laughed so hard that she lost her shape.This man is so refreshing!

When the mood calmed down, Fang Xiu raised her head and said with a smile on her face: "My lord, there are currently 8 taels in the house's account, and it seems that there are not many big expenditures usually."

"From now on, it will slowly increase."

That's right, now that we have a wife and two children, there will be more frequent greetings and departures.

"My lord, I missed your birthday and your child's birthday recently, so it's not appropriate to do it now. I want to change some plain clothes for the whole house. I don't know who always makes your lord's clothes?"

"My usual clothes are all made by Ruixiang. I will let them come to the mansion later. Or, let them come to the mansion to decide what shop you like."

"I don't have any special requirements, and I don't know anything about the situation outside the residence. I see that the clothes you usually wear are high-end and exquisite, so they will remain unchanged."

"You are Mrs. Shangshu in the Shangshu mansion, you can decide the affairs of the mansion."

"That can't be done. I don't think the question is thoughtful. What if it's not done properly? I hope you don't think it's too bad, just give me more points." Fang Xiuyi knew that he was not the kind of person who was clever and exquisite, and he could make a living just fine. , but when it comes to high-end problems that require wisdom, she is somewhat lacking.

He Huai'an really appreciates Fang Xiuyi's point. She is not modest, but very self-aware. What she can do, what she can't do, or what she can't do, she will be very frank.

"You're right. It's always good to work together. Siyuan's place has been cleaned up immediately, and the servants around him have also been selected. Recently, Sandong and Banxia have been trained. After Li Shengjin enters Beijing, Siyuan will We're moving here. About a month from now."

Fang Xiu was a little discouraged at once, thinking of how sad it must be for Siyuan to live here alone at night.

"My lord, you must send a few more people to Siyuan, don't let him stay here alone. We are all in the main courtyard, and he is alone in the outer courtyard." Fang Xiuyi said, feeling like she was about to cry up.

He Huai'an has also deeply felt the relationship between Fang Xiuyi and the children recently. It is not an exaggeration to say that they are inseparable. Even if the children go to school every morning, the three of them have to bid farewell to each other, although Fang Xiuyi did not say it clearly. , but he could see that she really wanted to send the children to school, even to their seats.

However, He Huai'an still couldn't help telling her a cruel fact.

"Besides, Fei Yu is also moving out."

What?It's enough for the boys to move out, so why are you driving your daughter out too?
"No, I don't agree." Fang Xiuyi patted the thick account book angrily.

"I know you don't want to part with Siyuan and Feiyu. If it wasn't for the rules, you wish they could stay in that yard for the rest of their lives. However, this is what they will face in the future. They will have their own friends and their own When the time comes, how do you let them deal with themselves?" He Huai'an patiently enlightened Fang Xiuyi, he knew that Fang Xiuyi was unable to do it emotionally, not intellectually.

"But they're all gone, what am I doing there? I've worked so hard for so many years just to make them stand out. Now it's all right, it's almost enough to get ahead, but we have to choose to be alone instead. This is not the result I want." Fang Xiuyi felt that the goal he had been striving for had become a little blurred, or that the strength that had supported him had become weak.

"Xiuyi." He Huai'an just called Fang Xiuyi's name without saying anything, he understood that Fang Xiuyi would figure it out soon.

Sure enough, Fang Xiuyi stared at He Huai'an for a while, then angrily took the account book and left without saying a word.

(End of this chapter)