in spring

Chapter 160 The East Wind Overwhelms the West Wind
In the green gauze closet, Miss Biao said in a calm tone: "Although my mother left letters and last words before she died, she only thought of the safety of my brother and me, but ignored the folks in the south. If the imperial court takes over the fleet, it will inevitably be Send another manpower. Those guys have served my Huo family for generations. If they lose their livelihood from now on, wouldn't my Huo family miss them? So I wrote another letter and sent it to the palace together with the token and mother's letter Middle. What the letter said...is not dedicating the fleet to the imperial court, but dedicating it to the Holy Majesty."

Chunying immediately thought, is the imperial court and Jinshang... the difference between public and private?
But I heard the eldest young lady ask in puzzlement: "What's the difference? They are all dedicated to the emperor?"

"When Emperor Taizong opened the sea and banned Nanyang, five families participated in it, and four more families were added later. It's just a century of ups and downs, and now only six families are still there. When he was in office, several fleets originally owned by the internal treasury were assigned to the household department, and they were supervised by the household department, but their income was not as good as the next year. The emperor was in power not long ago, and he was about to make great achievements. The money from the household department came from an envoy, and compared with his subordinates, it pales in comparison. I donated the fleet, but it was exactly what he wanted. Besides, I clearly stated in the letter that I would like to donate all my family's wealth, and I only hope that the Holy Majesty can keep the Huo family's boatmen. "

The eldest young lady was taken aback: "This...why are you doing this?! The livelihood of the guys is of course important, but you don't need to go bankrupt?!"

Miss Biao smiled lightly: "Big cousin, why worry? I haven't finished my sentence yet. I am a benevolent king, and I clearly stated in my letter that dedicating the fleet is my father's will. Such a loyal minister, how can I treat his heirs poorly today?" Therefore, the empress specially sent a secret envoy to inform that the Huo family's money is still the Huo family's, and the boatman will stay in the job, and from now on, the Huo family can get [-]% of the fleet's bonus every year, unless the Huo family's children Committed the crime of treason, otherwise this imperial decree will be unshakable."
The eldest young mistress said pleasantly: "Really? That's great! With this [-]% bonus, your eldest cousin and I don't have to worry about the future livelihood of your siblings. Your Majesty is really a benevolent king!"

Chunying frowned upon hearing this, is there really such a good thing in the world?If someone offered gold and silver to the emperor, would the emperor give two pieces of gold to that person?But to be an emperor, you must show your benevolence, maybe to show other ministers, so as to show how kind and lenient you are.

Miss Biao's next words indirectly proved her conjecture: "The Holy Majesty is certainly a benevolent monarch, but...the fleet always needs someone to take care of it. If the Holy Majesty does not want to hand it over to the Ministry of Households, it will save energy if he can keep the Huo family. I have written to the steward, asking him to serve the adults who come to supervise. I will take [-]% of the [-]% bonus every year to subsidize the boatman. As long as the Holy One treats the Huo family favorably for one day, the Huo family will naturally be loyal to the Holy One. In addition If the families know about it, they will definitely feel the mercy of the Holy Majesty, and they will be closer to the Holy Majesty in the future."

The eldest young mistress sighed: "So that's how it is... This is also a good thing. Since you are used to the Huo family, it is naturally towards you." Personally, they are very reliable, with them watching, it is expected that the [-]% bonus will not be discounted."

Chunying nodded slightly, and from the corner of her eyes, she saw Linglong swaying outside, as if she was looking at herself, and then she remembered that she had been inside for some time, hurriedly arranged the things on the altar table, took the broken flower branches and walked out gently, feeling With a movement, she leaned into Linglong's ear and whispered: "There are people coming and going outside. My sister has time to persuade Miss, don't talk about important things here. If you really want to talk about it, you should send someone to guard the door."

Linglong's wary eyes softened a little, she nodded slightly, and waved her hand to signal her to go out.Chunying went out alone, but her heart was full of joy.

There is a lot of good news today. Not only is my sister’s marriage settled, there is hope for leaving the country, even Hu Fei, who went south, has kept his golden job. I only hope that he will be safe and sound. .

She went to work happily, but she didn't know that after she left, Linglong told Miss Biao what she had said.

Miss Cousin Huo Yi frowned and said, "Why don't I know? It's just my grandmother's kind intentions, and the new yard hasn't been repaired yet. Besides, the people under my grandmother are well behaved, and I haven't done anything shameful. Be on guard, I simply don't need to talk!"

Linglong didn't dare to intervene, so the eldest young mistress Jing smiled and persuaded her: "It turns out that your girl is careful, and you should praise her, why are you angry?"

Huo Yi lowered her head with some embarrassment: "It turned out that I was wrong, don't blame my eldest cousin. It's just..." She turned pale, "The person who is the most guarded in this mansion, how is he treating me now?" It's indifference, I'm sure I won't send people to eavesdrop for no reason anymore. And the people around me are all reliable people... Besides, I live in my grandmother's yard, and I have to be on guard against others, isn't it called my grandmother? Not fast?"

The eldest grandma sighed: "I'm telling the truth, my sister is very upset. My sister is a very smart person, but you are still sick after all. You are still young. It is time to put aside all your worries and let go of your heart." It is good to rest and recuperate. Thinking so hard all day long and being careful everywhere, even if you are not sick, you will get sick. I know that my sister has a lot of grievances in her heart, but in this world, how can everything go well? It is right to look at it. Do yourself a favor."

Miss Biao seemed to be a little choked up: "Big Biao sister-in-law's words are right, how could I not know? It's just...the world is cold and people's hearts are unpredictable. In this world, like big cousin and big cousin sister-in-law, they don't want to add icing on the cake, but only want to give charcoal in the snow. How many are there? Everyone is following the trend, and at some point, they will plot against you..."

"I'm just about to advise you on this. In this world, even close relatives of flesh and blood pay attention to the word 'propriety'. If you respect someone a foot, others will respect you. No matter what thoughts are in your heart, you can't lose this. The word 'ritual'. The younger sister is good in everything, but she has a stubborn temper. From the day she entered the mansion, she seemed to have thorns all over her body. She was not gentle enough in speaking and doing things. It was fine in front of the old lady and Lord Hou. , when you treat other people, it seems a bit too arrogant. I have been with my sister for a long time, so I naturally know that my sister is not such a person, but...others get along with you less, so they will naturally have ideas." The eldest young lady smiled lightly, " My younger sister may find my words harsh, but I really don’t want to see my younger sister remain so withdrawn. Even if you are a filial piety, you can also talk to the old lady, or learn sewing with the sisters, and you can often go to the wife’s place. Greetings. Presumably my aunt is in the spirit of heaven, and she also hopes that my sister can get along well with our whole family, don't you think?"

Huo Yi was told to bow her head to drink tea, Linglong became a little anxious, and interjected: "Eldest young mistress, you don't know..." The eldest young mistress glanced at her: "Why don't I know? It's just about treating the elders, don't forget Etiquette, the old lady loves her younger sister, seeing her understanding of etiquette, she naturally feels more pity. My younger sister was originally the jewel in the palm of Jinshanbo Mansion, and she must have never been wronged. If my sister doesn't listen to it, just think I'm talking nonsense."

Huo Yi shook her head with tears in her eyes and said: "I know that my cousin's sister-in-law has good intentions. I used to be at home and loved by my parents, so no one would take it easy on me. Now that I don't have my parents, if I put on airs, I'll be annoying." She stretched out her hand to hold Holding the hand of the eldest young lady, "Good sister-in-law, no one has ever tried to persuade me like this. Thank you for reminding me. If I do not do well in the future, please teach me more."

The young lady's eyes were also moist, and she held Huo Yi's hand with both hands, and her heart settled down.

The days passed by, and after the Mid-Autumn Festival, it was the Double Ninth Festival. The maids also added jackets, and the sewing room began to make winter cotton-padded jackets.

The Lu family sent letters in intermittently. Qiuyu's marriage has reached an understanding with the Mu family. It is said that the Mu steward and his wife are not angry at all. , Chunying sweated profusely.

However, Mu Niangzi also helped to introduce a family, surnamed Lu, who lived in Xique Hutong outside Chongwenmen. There was a small courtyard with three entrances for self-occupation, and two large courtyards were leased to others. There were more than a hundred people outside the city. Mu of land, can be regarded as a wealthy family.There are no parents on it, and it was originally a single seedling, only a little bit, and its feet are a little lame, but its appearance is still good, and it is determined to marry a wife who is both talented and good-looking and can be a housekeeper. Because the requirements are too high, this year will be [-] years old It's five years old and I haven't married yet.

In addition, the Grandmother Qi of the Hou Mansion's family, Mrs. Zhao, also came to the door again after hearing the news. Her brother was originally a scholar in the village, and the talent is also passable. It is said that the husband is very optimistic about his autumn results next year.There were many families who came to propose marriage, but his family didn't nod.Grandma Qi played a big role in this, because she believed that the brother would be an official in the future, and marry a girl from a small family, and he would not be able to do it in the future, so she would rather marry a servant girl than a girl from a small family.It's a pity that her ability is limited, and she can't ask for a first-class girl like Liuli Feicui, Qiuyu is also top-notch among the second-class, and her father is a manager, so she came to ask sincerely.

Lu Yougui and his wife were in a dilemma. These two families have their own advantages.The Lu family is well-off, but unfortunately the man is disabled, while the Zhao family has a bright future, but they are a little poor, and they live outside the city. If it weren't for the fame of a scholar, the Lu family would never have married their daughter to the countryside.In desperation, she had to write a brief summary of the situation, and quietly asked someone to bring it into the mansion, letting her daughter choose by herself.

Since Qiuyu received the letter from home, she hid in her room all day and refused to come out.Knowing the truth, Chunying made fun of her secretly, laughing until her sister blushed and hit someone, and then she became serious to help her analyze.Qiuyu's close friends Zhenzhu, Wenyu and others heard the news by chance, and they all came to help with ideas, and Qiuyu was so ashamed that she wanted to hide under the covers.After a lot of laughing, even the other girls noticed it and snickered endlessly.Someone reported to the old lady a long time ago, because the girl's playful words made the old lady happy, she rarely showed a smile, and said: "In that case, let her choose it, and when the date is fixed, I will give her a dowry Tell her to come out of the pavilion gracefully!" As soon as these words came out, the girls became more and more coaxed.

Nan Qi leaned against the pillars under the porch and smiled faintly. Seeing Chunying squeezed out from the room, laughing while watching the excitement, he said, "Which one do you think is better?"

Chunying was startled, turned her head and smiled and said, "There are good and bad in every house, let's see how far away my sister is, but in the end you have to meet yourself to decide."

Nan Qi was a little surprised, and smiled: "You sisters have a pair of good parents. Let me tell you the truth, if it were me, I would choose the one whose surname is Lu, and don't have anything to do with the family."

Chunying looked back at her, she turned and left without saying anything, Chunying frowned, wondering if she knew something, and hurriedly chased after her, but a figure rushed in from the courtyard gate, and she missed it with one eye Hitting Chunying, the two collided into a ball and fell to the ground.

Chunying was dizzy, groaned twice, and opened her eyes to see, the maid who was in a mess with disheveled hair was Manru, wasn't she?

I saw that Manru's face was full of tears, her brows were lightly frowned, her small face was yellowish and thin without makeup, which made people feel a little bit of pity.

It's a pity that Chunying didn't have a trace of pity in her heart. When she saw her, she frowned: "Can't you look at the road when you walk? How can you bump into people indiscriminately?!"

The tears in Manru's eyes became more intense, as if she had endured a great grievance, her white teeth clenched her lower lip, her eyelashes trembled, and she was about to shed tears.

(I heard that the monthly ticket counts as double during May [-]st... Please book the May [-]st pink ticket!!! >_
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