in spring

Chapter 319
Li Xu was stunned for a while, and then hesitated: "...you?" It's not that he was careless, but he always felt that this was a little inappropriate.

How could Chunying fail to guess what he was thinking?He smiled: "Actually, I don't really want to hand over the shop and farm to me. After all, I'm alone, and I'm new here. I'm unfamiliar with the place, and I don't know anything about the affairs of the farm. That spirit! It's just that he took over the power temporarily. The butlers sent by Master Xu's family and the people originally arranged by Brother Xiaofei will all stay on. I just want Zhuang There is someone who can make up his mind, so I won’t be taken advantage of by him. Thinking about it, I still have the field documents in my hand, so even if I sue the officials, I won’t be afraid of him.”

Li Xu's expression slowed down a bit: "That's all right, but the manager of the village has always been useful, and Brother Hu trusts him very much. Presumably, as long as you give orders, he will naturally know what to do." Although he had already guessed The property under Hu Fei's name, all the contract documents are either in Hu Neijian's office or in Chunying's hands. Now it seems that it is really in Chunying's place.However, she and Hu Fei were not married after all, so it would be too ignorant to intervene in the Hu family's housework now.

Chun Ying really didn't mean to hide anything. Since Hu Fei handed things over to her at the beginning, he meant to entrust them. If she only cared about the worldly rules and stood by, how would she be able to afford it if Hu Fei lost even a little bit of property? What about his trust?Originally, Hu Fei entrusted Li Xu to take care of the farm shop because she was far away in the capital and it was inconvenient to take care of it. Now that she is here, there is no reason to let her go.

Seeing that Li Xu was still hesitating, Chunying said: "Master Xu, let's be honest, when he was in Beijing, that Hu Peng brought his whole family to break into Brother Xiao Fei's house by force, because the boys stopped him, he Even if someone came to the government at that time, because he invited the patriarch to testify that he was Brother Xiao Fei's elder brother and his wife was Brother Xiao Fei's aunt, the government would not be able to drive him out. , only prohibiting him from buying and selling houses. Later...his creditors approached him, and he brought his family to the south of the Yangtze River. He was clearly occupying the property, why couldn't Brother Xiaofei's servants stop him? Why didn't the government Drive him out? Isn't it because he is still Brother Xiao Fei's brother in name? There is also a aunt who is taboo, and the government doesn't want to meddle in housework. Master Xu, if it were you, the Hu family would be there Crying and begging in front of you, can you really be ruthless enough to drive people away? You wouldn't think, since Brother Xiao Fei is not here, would you be the one to do good for him?"

Li Xu became more and more hesitant.To be honest, he really had this idea.He only knows a general idea of ​​Hu Fei's experience after being kicked out of the house, and he also knows that Hu Fei resents his aunt and brother very much, but now Hu Fei is promising. To help them with a little money, or to give them a place to live, and to provide them with daily food and clothing, would be regarded as the most benevolent and righteous.But completely ignoring the other party, watching the other party go to a dead end and refusing to reach out to give him a hand, he hasn't had the heart to go to that point.

Chun Ying saw what he was thinking when she saw his expression, she sneered slightly.Li Xu's wife observed his words and hurriedly defended her husband: "It's not that we are soft-hearted, but it is our own flesh and blood. If Brother Hu really doesn't care about it, if people find out, it will hurt his reputation. Besides, Brother Hu is a kind person, most likely I will still give it a shot. If we stand by and watch, we are afraid that something will happen. He will complain when he comes back. In fact, it is just a little money and arranging a place to live. We are absolutely unwilling to give other benefits. Brother Hu Even if that elder brother has complaints, it is not easy to speak to us."

Chunying shook her head and said: "The hatred between parents is irreconcilable. Young Master Xu and Young Mistress Xu said such things because they didn't know about Brother Xiao Fei's experience back then. Brother Xiao Fei's father died a bit strangely, but before he questioned him Hu Peng, Hu Peng put the crime on their mother and son first, told them to leave the house, and even told the people around them not to take them in. Brother Xiao Fei took his mother straight to the less than half of the city, and just rented a house. He lived in an old house. His mother went there within two days, but Hu Peng just ordered his servant Mo Han to be taken away forcibly. All the funeral affairs were done with the help of the neighbors in the neighborhood. The Hu family came to chase him away. He was penniless at that time, and he was almost desperate! If my second uncle and I hadn’t happened to meet him, and we were old acquaintances who found him a place to live and a job, you Do you know what he is like now? I'm afraid he may not even be able to save his life!"

Li Xu and his wife were shocked when they heard it, and Mrs. Xu couldn't help muttering: "This is also... is it a flesh and blood... How dare Hu Peng..." Li Xu's eyes widened even more: "I But I never heard Brother Hu mention it, didn’t he report it to the officials?!”

"What kind of official should you report to?" Chunying sneered, "There is no proof, so what if you report. Besides, Hu Peng joined the Liang Taishi's party at the time when he was arrogant. Brother Xiaofei is a bastard, so how can he be his opponent?" Paused, did not mention the fact that Hu Fei almost became an arsonist, but said: "You only think that the Hu family is pitiful now, but it's not that they don't have money, Jiangnan is rich, if they honestly find someone To make a living, even if the female relatives do some needlework and sell it, or mend it for others, and the men go out to do some odd jobs, it is enough for the family to eat. Where is the dead end? I am not trying to drive them out of here, but also It's kind of you not to rob their servants, let alone cut off their way of life. Brother Xiaofei used to want revenge, but later he felt that it was not worthwhile to bury himself for people like them, so he just threw it away. If he came back and found out that the Hu family had lost, he would be happy."

Li Xu remained silent.He is also a concubine, and he was often wronged in his family, but his aunt never beat or scolded him, and when the family was divided, he was given the property that should be given. Although there would be quarrels over money, but such a naked killing is really unprecedented.From this point of view, he was actually lucky.He began to wonder if he thought too well of the Hu family?Being too lenient to them?

Li Xu's wife persuaded him softly: "Since this is the case, it is really not good to be too kind to the Hu family. Although we have good intentions, we are afraid that Brother Hu will be angry when he comes back." Seeing that her husband did not object, she turned to Chun Ying said: "I think these are all the housework of their Hu family, and we don't want to interfere. Now that the girl has made up her mind, let's do as she says. It's just... what is the girl's plan, can you let us know?" Let’s go into details together?”

Chunying smiled: "It depends on what the Hu family do. In short, we can't ask them to take advantage of it! However, I also know that Master Xu and Mistress Xu are kind-hearted people. That's good, isn't there someone following them? ? If you see that their lives are in danger, it’s enough to help them, but don’t think that I will help them improve their lives.” Then he said to Li Xu: “Please, Master Xu, introduce me to the housekeeper of the village.”

Li Xu was a little puzzled, if it was just to stop people, it would be to order the housekeepers to drive them away, but why did she insist on seeing the housekeeper and taking power?But after listening to Chunying's call just now, he somewhat understood.This girl's uncle and nephew can almost be regarded as Hu Fei's reborn benefactors, and Hu Fei trusts her so much that he has entrusted her with all his wealth, so why should he be so careless? the wicked.So he said: "On the eighth day of the lunar new year, I'm going to Changshu Village to take care of the summer harvest. Brother Hu's Zhuangzi is nearby. Why don't you come with Zhuo Jing, but I don't know if it's convenient for you?"

Chunying hurriedly said: "Of course it's convenient, then I'll come over early on the first day of the eighth day." After a few more gossips, she returned to the temporary residence.

When Lu Yougui saw his daughter coming home, he pulled her aside and complained: "Why have you been away for so long? It's not that my father said you, you are grown up, and you are engaged, why are you running around? What if someone calls you?" It collided, but how can it be good?"

Chunying smiled and said: "It's okay, Mo Han and Mrs. He are following me, and I took the car again. Besides, I didn't really run out to play, but went to Young Mistress Xu's house. Dad forgot? Brother Xiaofei His family used to take care of the property."

That's all for Lu Yougui: "That's a good time to ask. What's the matter? The Hu family hasn't arrived yet, right?"

"I've already arrived in Suzhou City, but I don't think they know the exact address, so I'm still inquiring in the city. I made an appointment with Young Master Xu and his wife, and I will go to the village with them on the eighth day of the eighth day. Young Master Xu plans to return to Beijing recently. I I asked him for management rights, and when he left, I went to the village."

Lu Yougui was taken aback: "This...isn't that good? He has his own housekeeper to take care of the food, why are you running so far?! If you are really worried, I will ask the young master for some money after this matter is over. It's a day off, just run for you."

Chunying shook her head: "Zhuangzi is in the hands of others. Whether it's good or bad, how do we know if the subordinates have cheated on the public's money? You have to see it with your own eyes to be at ease. Besides, I still want to Wait for the Hu family to come to the door, so that they can punish them and vent their anger!"

Lu Yougui sighed: "Forget it, it's yours anyway. It's just that the wedding date is approaching, and everyone here is very busy, so don't be too idle, help with some errands." Chunying had to agree.

Although it was a bit hasty, everything for the wedding was ready before the deadline.Li Jing also asked the people from the Yue family's Jing family to help, and prepared a comprehensive set of drums and drums for the deacon's car, food and tea, and sent his cousin to the sedan chair in a dignified and graceful manner.

Chunying was busy for a few days, and even her bones were about to fall apart. As soon as the wedding was over, she seized the time to take a breath. It was the eighth day of the lunar new year, and she reported to Li Jing one day in advance. After getting out of the car, Mo Han followed, and they all went to Li Xu's house.

This trip to Changshu is still by water.It's just that they are sitting in a much smaller awning boat.Chunying accompanied Mrs. Xu's master and servant in a boat, and while looking at the scenery on both sides of the strait, they asked each other about the local customs and the situation in the yamen, just in case.Just talking, the attention was attracted by the scenery.

At this time, the water town in the south of the Yangtze River still has a natural charm.The curved river course, the bridges of different materials and shapes, the white walls of the houses on both sides have a few patches of moss, and the black tiles against the blue sky, it seems that the sky is bluer and the tiles are blacker.The weeping poplars on the bank are scattered with branches, some of which diffuse into the water and float with the green water waves.The sound of the boat mother paddling water formed a soothing rhythm, as if she was playing a tune, but was interrupted by other passing boats from time to time.From the shore came the sound of children playing, and Wu Nong's soft words of the older girl and the younger daughter-in-law, and there was a peddler hawking in the distance, the drawn-out tone, but he couldn't make out what was being said, and he was confused again. It's funny again.

Chunying relaxed her body slightly, and looked at the people on the bank with great interest. Young Mistress Xu said with a smile: "When I first came here, I might not be used to living here, but after living here for a long time, I will know the benefits. It is much more prosperous than the capital city." It's a lot, and it's comfortable." Chunying smiled at her and didn't say anything.

After walking for a day, we finally arrived at Liantang.The boat turned directly into Li's private river, and leaned against the small pier at the back door of Li's house.

After getting off the boat, Chunying noticed that a hundred meters or so further along the river, there seemed to be a pier, but it was covered by willow trees, making it hard to see clearly.When Mrs. Xu turned her head to call her, she saw her looking at the pier, so she smiled and said, "That's brother Hu's village. Because there are many willow trees there, the name is Liushuzhuang. After a while, let's go directly to have a look."

Chunying responded with a smile, suppressed the excitement in her heart, followed Young Mistress Xu into the house, sat down and served tea, Li Xu ordered someone to report, saying that he had sent someone to invite the manager of the Hu family.Chunying moved her body slightly, sat up straight again, and drank tea slowly.

But the steward never showed up.Mrs. Xu felt a little sorry, so she hurriedly ordered the girl to remind her again. After a while, Li Xu rushed over in person: "It's not good, Lao Zhang asked a group of people to block the entrance of the village. The leader of that group is not Hu Peng. What? He keeps saying that he is brother Hu's own brother, who brought his mother to join his younger brother, and ordered Lao Zhang to welcome them into the village, and Lao Zhang is arguing with them!"

Mrs. Xu immediately looked at Chunying, and Chunying raised the corners of her mouth: "It's just in time, I'm worried, then Uncle Hu is too useless, and he hasn't found a place for so many days, now it seems that he is not a good person." Very stupid." Standing up, he smiled at Li Xu and his wife and said, "You two want to go to the theater together? Let's come and meet Uncle Hu for a while!"

(End of this chapter)