Daming: Wanted to be a small landlord, but was forced to ascend the throne

Chapter 156 Zhu Houcong's Attitude
People flow like arrows in time.

How time flies!
In a blink of an eye, it is the Spring Festival again.

This is Qin Shao's second Spring Festival here.

He was still thinking that during the first Spring Festival, there were only a few people, but now there are so many people in the family.

Even though life is hectic and there are many unexpected accidents that are difficult to digest, but fortunately everything is going in a good direction.

Zhang Dazhuang sent a lot of vegetables and some dried vegetables from the countryside;
Mrs. Jin and her daughter-in-law made several pairs of mille-soled shoes for themselves.

Han Jinrong had actually done a lot for herself, but Qin Shao accepted it directly because of his wishes.

Two rabbits and three pheasants were sent from Sutun, Yandi.

It is said that Su Tiezhu and Shuanzi fought on the mountain, and they were not willing to eat and send it over.

They came here this time to deliver pickles, and by the way, they went to Zhang Dazhuang's side to pull vegetables back to pickle.

Qin Shao asked Han Jinrong to buy them a lot of pig bones, sheep, beef bones and some meat to take back.

Their conditions are poor, and they are reluctant to eat too much meat.

The bones are cheap and the quantity is large. Han Jinrong taught them how to make stewed bones and make some stewed soup with salt water.

The stewed soup can be eaten all year round or as a soup.

They can also improve their food, otherwise they will eat thin soup with little water all year round. Even if they have food and no oil and water, their health will not be good.

The old man Su and his wife are actually only in their 50s, and they already look very old. After all, they still lack nutrition.

The little grandson of their family is also pitifully thin.

"Girl! That's too much! Too much!"

Su Tiezhu and Shuanzi were very excited. They had never cooked so much food, and it was still meaty.

The mountains there are barren, and there are actually not many wild animals.

Occasionally catch one and send it to the town for money.

This time, they didn't exchange any money for the arrest. It happened to be sent to Master Qin, and it was a piece of their heart. They didn't expect to get so many gifts in return.

"This is all Master Qin's will. I ask you to accept it! There are also some clothes for you, some old and some new, you can take them back and wear them! You work hard, and if the income is good tomorrow, Qin The Lord said to clean up the houses and yards for you."

Han Jinrong said.

Su Tiezhu and Shuanzi nodded, they didn't expect to live such a good life.

The third son came over with a bag of clothes, and the two hurried over to pick it up.

Prince Xing's Mansion also sent over festival gifts, besides the usual ginseng and caterpillar fungus, there was also 3000 taels of silver.

It was Yuan Zonggao who came to give the gift.

Han Jinrong hurriedly called Qin Shao who was in the shop back.

Qin Shao was speechless when he saw so many ginseng and caterpillar fungus.

This King Xing is really rich and rich!

He thought it vulgar when he wanted money before, why did he suddenly send so much money?

"Chang Shi, why did you send so much silver taels? We don't need money if we have money!"

Qin Shao refused.

"Eldest son, this is the wish of the prince, so you can accept it! You don't want to go back at home, and the prince doesn't want to force you. Your business is getting bigger and bigger now. There is always a place that needs money. You might as well accept the money first."

"Also... and it's coming to New Year's Eve soon, have you not given this year's annual gift to the prince yet?"

Yuan Zonggao asked hesitantly.

"Uh... Maybe I'm too busy, I forgot some, I'll ask someone to prepare it later!"

Qin Shao shook his head before thinking of this.

In fact, Han Jinrong had asked him about the annual rituals of Xingwangfu before.

The girl's understanding of this aspect is very thoughtful, and she was prepared early in the morning.

It's just that his relationship with Prince Xing's Mansion is too sensitive now, and it's actually a bit difficult to get along with him.

Let Han Jinrong wait and talk.

Unexpectedly, the Prince Xing's Mansion would take the initiative to ask for a ceremony.

Yuan Zonggao sighed: This pair of father and son!

After Yuan Zonggao left, Qin Shao asked Han Jinrong to come in.

He told her to send two bags of newly harvested rice from the field to Prince Xing's Mansion, as well as some watermelon in the cold storage room and some pickled bacon, and she would treat it all as a New Year's gift.

"Master, why did Xing Wangfu send so much silver taels?"

In the evening, when Han Jinrong was counting the gift list, she asked in amazement.

"Perhaps King Xing earned a lot this year, so be happy!"

Qin Shao replied vaguely, but his expression was a little dazed while reading.

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Xingwangfu.

"Zong Gao, what is he busy with?"

"My lord, the eldest son has been busy with the work in the store recently, it seems that they have got pickled vegetables, and the sales are quite popular, it seems that they are a little busy..."

"I'm quite busy! Otherwise, why would I even forget the etiquette of the palace. In the past, I was very active. Now that I have become a real father, I feel unfamiliar."

King Xing's expression was a little ugly.

"The prince can understand that he is getting close."

"How do you say it? I have forgotten the New Year's ceremony, so how do you call it getting close?"

"My lord, you might as well think about it. The Eldest Young Master treats your lord as a family member, and it's still the same as before. How dare you be so casual? Only a real family relationship will be casual, and unfamiliar people will be polite and considerate."

"Okay! If you want to explain it like this, it's really interesting. I'm glad he complained to me. He is too polite and really wants to stay away!"

"How is Lu's situation?"

King Xing suddenly changed the subject, with a very serious look on his face.

"My lord, Mrs. Lu has been serving the concubine's bedroom now. Although she has a handicap in one leg, she can work fairly quickly. The concubine's mind is still a little blurred. With an old man to talk to, she can be much more awake."

"Mr. Lu said that the concubine was good to her back then, but she took away the eldest son by accident, which led to today's situation. She is guilty and is willing to spend the rest of her life taking care of the concubine."

Yuan Zonggao reported back.

"That's fine, let her accompany Mrs. Jiang, the original people around Mrs. Jiang should be dismissed as soon as they are needed!"

"Yes!"

"My lord, the prince is here."

Zhang Zuo's voice came from outside.

"You go down first, the eldest son should take care of him more, he is still young after all."

"Yes!"

"Father...I...I practiced some calligraphy today, I would like to ask you to give me some pointers, let's see..."

Zhu Houcong said stammeringly.

She arched her body slightly, but didn't dare to raise her head halfway.

"Bring it here and show me."

After a while, there was a voice from above.

Zhu Houcong let out a long breath of relief.

"Well, your handwriting has indeed improved a lot recently, and your writing power has also become much stronger, but the turning point is still a bit blunt, and you need more practice!"

"The son must obey the father's opinion and practice more..."

"Don't be so impatient. Practicing calligraphy and composition is not a day's work. You are still young. In the future... Zhang Zuo, what is the noise outside?"

King Xing wanted to say something, but there was a lively voice outside.

"My lord, Wubiju sent a New Year's gift. I thought that my lord really likes their melons, fruits and new rice, so I asked people to move them to the warehouse in the yard first. I accidentally disturbed you. They keep their voices low."

Zhang Zuo ran over quickly.

"Uh, what melons and fruits did you send?"

"Watermelon, melon, and some fresh corn, sweet potatoes, and bacon. I don't know how to store those watermelons and corn cobs. They are still fresh and not bad, but they are all cold."

Zhang Zuo replied.

"Come on, you go back first. Writing and poetry requires perseverance, not a day's work. You go back and practice hard, but you should also pay attention to your body when you study, and combine work and rest. Let's stop here for today!"

"Yes! Father, you have worked hard!"

Zhu Houcong took the words he had written, and before he was done tidying up, Xingwang had already strode out with Zhang Zuo.

"My son, let me help you clean up these things. I saw that the watermelons they brought outside are so big and fresh, and the green corn is really rare. You should go and have a look too!"

Li Rang was obviously watching the excitement outside before, and he was still excited at the moment.

Now that it's Chinese New Year, I can still see fresh watermelons.

This thing is usually common in summer and autumn, but it can still be seen in winter now, especially the cobs with cyan husks, which are really rare!

"roll!"

Zhu Houcong's face was gloomy, and he directly swept the pen and paper to the ground.

The foam on the inkstone was scattered all over the floor, and the handwriting he wrote was also turned into a mess by the foam.

"Sir?"

Li Rang's face was panicked, and his body was trembling.

"Clean up the things on the ground. If the father and Zhang Fengzheng ask about the inkstone, they will say that you accidentally knocked it over. If you let me know that they know the truth, don't think about living!"

Zhu Houcong looked at Zhang Rang fiercely.

"Yes! My son, the little one... the little one must be cleaned up!"

(End of this chapter)