A Thousand Hills

Chapter 84

After the ceremony of General Song, in the blink of an eye August is Xie Moru's birthday.This time Xie Moru received a lot of congratulatory gifts on her birthday, needless to say about the family, the clothes and jewelry as usual, what Mrs. Xie gave her are all high-quality, in addition, there are also some from the third old lady's house and the second uncle Feng's house A gift to congratulate.Furthermore, brothers Li Qiao and Li Xuan also prepared presents, but they gave them separately.In addition, Jiang Xingyun and Xie Moru had a good relationship, not to mention, to the surprise of Xie's family, Nan'an Marquis Mansion also sent someone to give a birthday present.

For this reason, Mrs. Xie specifically asked Xie Moru if he had any friendship with Nan'an Houfu. Xie Moru thought for a while, "My wife knows all the people I know, and I have never dealt with Nan'an Hou."

This is the truth, even though Xie Moru is much more free in communication than Xie Moyou, but Xie Moru's dealings with everyone are all through Mrs. Xie's place, and there is no excess of etiquette. The Marquis of Nan'an, don't say that he is the same as Xie Moru , even the Xie family are just acquaintances of nodding.Now this suddenly sent someone to give Xie Moru a congratulatory gift...

Mrs. Xie couldn't understand this birthday gift from Marquis of Nan'an.When Mrs. Xie couldn't think of Nan'an Hou's intentions, she couldn't help venting her anger. She deeply felt that Nan'an Hou was not giving Xie Moru a birthday gift, but clearly sending her troubles.

On the contrary, Xie Moru could take it easy, Xie Moru received a lot of presents, Nan'an Marquis, she didn't worry about it at all, she was thinking, what kind of gift would she prepare for Jiang Xingyun's filial piety in October.

When parents pass away, it is reasonable to be filial piety for three years, but people always count it as 27 months. Therefore, in October, Jiang Xingyun officially made filial piety, and the three old ladies even played two small plays, inviting relatives and friends to have a drink.Mrs. Xie also went with her two little sisters. Jiang Xingyun was wearing a rose red dress with ermine borders. They are all affordable, but Jiang Xingyun seems to be a little different in such an ordinary dress.The clothes are ordinary, but the person wearing them is too unusual. Jiang Xingyun's beauty left a deep impression on Xie Moru two years ago, and now that he meets again after two years, he is even more astonished.

Xie Moru praised without hesitation, "You will know a beauty when you see Xingyun today."

Jiang Xingyun smiled, "It's a pity that you haven't seen my father, my father is called beautiful. However, I heard that my grandfather's appearance is even higher than that of my father. I am considered ordinary."

The three old ladies nodded aside, "That's true, our family is born well, not to mention your grandfather's appearance. Now people outside want to say which family has a good child, let me see, don't say your grandfather, just like you Dad was nothing compared to that." In a blink of an eye, the brothers have been away for more than two years, although the three old ladies are still a little embarrassed, after all, they will not cry on this occasion, but think of the beauty of their own family, rather It is self-satisfied.

Xie Yan interjected to make her mother happy, "Mother, my grandfather has such a good looks, why didn't he pass it on to you, and he didn't pass it on to me." This was only said by her own daughter, and the mother would not be annoyed.

"Yes." The third old lady pondered for a moment, and said, "This appearance is also selective, and it is passed on from male to female."

Xie Yan smiled, "I don't believe it, look at Xing Yunsheng, with this appearance, she is also a first-class beauty in the imperial capital."

"It's far away." The third old lady said, "How do you know what a beauty is?"

This remark is shocking, even his own daughter Xie Yan is a little speechless, if Jiang Xingyun is no longer a beauty, what are they? Her mother's appearance is not as good as hers.

On the other side, Jiang Xingyun and Xie Moru were already talking with smiles.

Xie Feng's wife, Mrs. Su, glanced at her indiscriminately, and asked her daughter Xie Jing to talk to the sisters together.

Jiang Xingyun and Xie Moru were able to talk happily, and that was not an ordinary role. At least in the past two years of intermittent handwriting exchanges, Xie Moru felt that there is no doubt that the blood of the Song family is outstanding, and the only exception is the three old ladies. No matter in terms of appearance or IQ, this old lady seems to be a combination of inferior products of Song family blood.

Seeing that Xie Moru didn't move his chopsticks a lot, Jiang Xingyun knew that the food at the aunt's house might not suit Xie Moru's taste, so he said with a smile, "After my house is cleaned up, please go and taste the flavor of Xining, which is the same as the imperial capital. Big difference."

Xie Moru said, "I ate boiled mutton once, it was fresh and tender."

"It really has taste." Jiang Xingyun was born in Xining Prefecture and grew up in Xining Prefecture. He has a deep affection for his hometown. He was very happy to see that Xie Moru liked the food in her hometown. With autumn oil, stewed until it melts in the mouth, it is also delicious. However, the mutton cooked in this way is a bit greasy, and you will be full after eating one or two pieces. It is better to boil the sheep. It is okay to eat one or two bowls, and there is no need to worry. It’s not easy to restrain.”

Xie Moru looked at Jiang Xingyun, and felt that people should not be judged by their appearance. Jiang Xingyun is the same age as her, and eating a bowl or two of mutton must have been before coming to the imperial capital. Even if the bowl is relatively small, for Jiang Xingyun now, that is quite a big appetite .Jiang Xingyun said, "This is not unusual. The girls from our side also often go out on horseback. They eat more than the ladies in the imperial capital, so they are strong."

Jiang Xingyun is indeed not delicate and beautiful, but in terms of strength, she is definitely not the kind of big and three rough.Jiang Xingyun is tall and slender. She is two months older than Xie Moru, half a head taller than Xie Moru, and she developed early. Now she is 12 years old, she is somewhat exquisite, and she has bright teeth and lips, which are gorgeous and shining. She is absolutely beautiful To the kind without friends.Because whenever a lady stands by her side, she will instantly pale in comparison.For example, Xie Moyou, she doesn't like to sit with Jiang Xingyun, on the one hand, she doesn't know Jiang Xingyun very well, and on the other hand, Jiang Xingyun is much prettier than her.Among the women, Xie Moru didn't care. Although Xie Moru was not as beautiful as Jiang Xingyun, Xie Moru was born with a stern demeanor. Sitting with Jiang Xingyun, his aura was not inferior.Another person who likes Jiang Xingyun is Xie Jing, the daughter of the Su family. Xie Jing is only eight years old, she is still young, and she likes beauties.Furthermore, Xie Jing is quite familiar with Xie Moru. Since she was a child, she often went to the Shangshu Mansion with her mother, and Xie Moru often took care of her.Therefore, Xie Jing was more daring to speak in front of the two of them. Xie Jing thought about it and said, "Mrs. Jiang, I can eat a bowl too."

Jiang Xingyun nodded, "That's not bad. What about eating, just eat enough."

Xie Huan's figure was slightly plump, and when he heard this, he said angrily, "Only a person like you who can't eat fat can say this, little aunt."

Jiang Xingyun said, "I am not thin, besides, you are not fat, Ah Huan, listen to me, don't envy those beauties who fall down when the wind blows, they should envy you."

Xie Huan was about two years younger than Jiang Xingyun, but his generation was inferior to Jiang Xingyun's generation. Because Jiang Xingyun's seniority was so high, Xie Huan couldn't refute her words, so he complained, "Why do you envy me? How much do you envy me?"

Jiang Xingyun laughed, "The King of Chu has a thin waist, and the harem starved to death. I think that at that time, Chu State regarded slenderness as beauty, and in Tang Dynasty, plumpness was also regarded as beauty. There is no certain rule for beauty and ugliness. I feel that beauty is beauty. "

Xie Huan didn't take it seriously, and said to himself, people are all graceful and graceful, and they look like celestial beings, but I have a round face and a plump body, how can this be beautiful.Jiang Xingyun didn't say any more, in her opinion, Xie Huan was not just a matter of being fat or thin, Xie Huan cared too much about other people's opinions.Of course, this may have something to do with Xie Huan starting to discuss marriage.

Jiang Xingyun changed the subject and started talking to Xie Moru about her new house.Don't look at Jiang Xingyun's family is empty, but the Song family guards Xining Pass for two generations. There were also a lot of people who came, and they were placed in a house two streets away from the third old lady's house at first. Now, after two years of hard work, Jiang Xingyun bought a five-entry mansion next to the third old lady's house at a high price. You know, There are blocks where officials live, such as the house of the third old lady, surrounded by officials. They are not short of money or have any plans. If they live well, how can they be willing to sell their properties.Jiang Xingyun's temper, she is not sister Lin, she is not comfortable letting her live under the fence.When I came to the imperial capital at the beginning of the year, the land was unfamiliar, so I had to stay at my aunt's house. Now that my father has finished his filial piety, she is of the Song family after all. She has a lot of money in her hand, and she is not stupid. She knows that even if she moves out, she will have to follow her in the future. Auntie's house moves a lot, and it's not suitable for her to live far away, but living in Xie's house makes her uncomfortable.Therefore, it took a lot of effort to buy a house adjacent to the three old ladies' house.

The third old lady was full of complaints when she heard Jiang Xingyun say this, rolled her eyes and said, "I can't accommodate her in this family."

Jiang Xingyun smiled sweetly, "It's okay, my house has prepared a good yard for my aunt, and it will definitely be able to accommodate my aunt."

In the past two years, the three old ladies have been taught political wisdom by their nieces, and they have already surrendered to Jiang Xingyun. Hearing this, they are not annoyed, but happy.

Xie Moru looked at Jiang Xingyun, it seemed that Jiang Xingyun was already at home in Xie's house, and the three old ladies were fooled by her.

Jiang Xingyun smiled slightly, held up the wine cup to signal to Xie Moru, and the two drank one.

On the other side, the third old lady said to Mrs. Xie and Mrs. Su, "It's Mr. Li's mansion next door. I bought it for this girl, and there is a wall between them. Otherwise, I can't rest assured that she can go out and live."

Mrs. Xie said, "Fortunately, I live close by. My aunt will take care of Xingyun more. It doesn't hurt if I think about it." She also told Jiang Xingyun, "Xingyun is a girl, arrange more servants and maidservants, and it will be lively when there are many people." Thinking about Jiang Xingyun With such a temper, the Song family is also a famous family in the dynasty, even if there are no one in the family now, there will always be loyal servants.Otherwise, Jiang Xingyun wouldn't say that he would go out to live by himself, and he would have to set up his own family at a young age. This is a strong girl.

Su Shi also said, "Yes, if you don't have enough manpower, you can buy some. If you want to buy manpower, you must find a reputable official." Both of them are veteran directors, and they immediately reminded Jiang Xingyun of many things.Jiang Xingyun is not unfamiliar with these things, without him, her mother left early, and since she was sensible, her father let her mother teach her to take care of the inner house. The people in Xining Prefecture are open, even outside things, Jiang Xingyun also played make friends.However, for the kindness of Mrs. Xie and Mrs. Su, Jiang Xingyun listened attentively with gratitude.

She has no father and no mother, her family business is already withered, she has seen the warmth and coldness of people, and knows the good and the bad.

Jiang Xingyun has quite good communication skills. Even if it is difficult to make friends of the same age because of her outstanding appearance, the elders have a good impression of her. At any time, a self-improvement person is always more likely to be respected by others.

Therefore, it was just a small banquet at the third old lady's house. Mrs. Xie and Mrs. Su sat until late in the afternoon before taking the children to get up and say goodbye.

When Mrs. Xie came home, she still praised, "Xingyun, this child, is really motivated. We are not outsiders, you get along well and be good friends." I haven't met each other very often, and it is true that I occasionally send someone to give something to each other on weekdays, but it doesn't mean that they hit it off.Of course, this is the mystery in the hearts of the three old ladies.As for what Mrs. Xie said, it was obviously to remind Xie Moyou.

Mrs. Xie felt that even though Jiang Xingyun had no father or mother, she had a good personality, outstanding quality, and such a rare beauty. Such a girl was born with a radiance, and it was too difficult for her to stand out from the crowd.

Such a person, not being friendly is a waste.

As for whether Xie Moyou understood Mrs. Xie's hint, Mrs. Xie did not miss the complexity in her granddaughter's eyes. She couldn't help but smile, beautiful girls are always stronger.Of course, Xie Moru's appearance is not bad, but obviously, Xie Moru can no longer be judged by appearance. Xie Moru is a different kind of person, and there should be another criterion for judging Xie Moru.

Seeing Jiang Xingyun's demeanor today, Mrs. Xie is in a good mood. Even if her surname is Jiang but not Xie, seeing a nice girl can always make Mrs. Xie feel happy.

Su's was equally happy, listening to her daughter chattering about the banquet, in fact, both mother and daughter went, but the child's eyes are different from the adults'.Xie Jing praised Aunt Jiang's beauty for the nth time, and then discussed with her mother what gift she would give to Mrs. Jiang's warm house wine. Not to mention Xie Moru's methods of the city government, born in a wealthy family without trouble, I'm afraid he may not be as tough and capable as Jiang Xingyun, but being close to Zhu Zhechi and being with outstanding girls can also have a good influence.

Well, since that's the case, Jiang Xingyun's house warming ceremony has to be carefully prepared.

Su also told her husband about Jiang Xingyun moving out of the house of the three old ladies. Xie Feng was working in the Imperial Academy. Hearing about this, he said, "The Song family is weak. Since General Song passed away, all other side branches You know, there is only Miss Jiang left. Miss Jiang is only 12 years old now, and she shouldn't move out when she needs to be taught by her elders. The three old ladies are the most protective person, just such a niece from her mother's family, why is she letting go so much now? .”

Su thought of the third old lady, and then thought about Jiang Xingyun, and smiled, "This Miss Jiang is not an ordinary person. I think it is Miss Jiang who wants to move. The third old lady is very reluctant."

Xie Feng didn't know much about the women's family in the inner chamber, so he said, "Since that's the case, it's better to persuade Miss Jiang."

"Miss Jiang has always been very determined. If she can be persuaded, the uncles and aunts in Sanfang will not refuse to persuade her." Su said, "Fortunately, she only lives in the house next to Sanfang. The two families are close to each other. We can take care of things."

Xie Feng sighed, "I've already moved out, and talking about taking care of things is just empty talk." Xie Feng has been an official for some years. Although his official rank is not high, he has always acted meticulously. He always felt that Miss Jiang It is not appropriate to move out of my aunt's house at the age of 12. Moreover, this matter is really puzzling. With Jiang Xingyun's background, the three old ladies are serious nieces, without father and mother, and have been living in Xie's house. It is also reasonable to live until you get married.On the contrary, Jiang Xingyun is like this, it is rare for him to move out of Xie's house as soon as his father is filial, Xie Feng asked his wife, "But have you been slighted at the third old lady's house?"

"No, the third old lady will be able to listen to the words of Miss Jiang, the niece of her mother's family." Su said, "You don't know, the two aunts have praised Miss Jiang to me, saying that since Miss Jiang came, But if there is anything to persuade the third old lady, they won't be able to persuade them. Miss Jiang will say a few words, and the third old lady will listen. It's not what you think. Even with Miss Jiang's temper, she can't bear to be neglected. What. Besides, A Huan and A Pei, which one is not good-tempered. According to me, it’s not a bad place to live. Maybe Miss Jiang has such a temper, she just wants to live on her own.”

Xie Feng said, "Tell me, she is only a 12-year-old girl, what can she understand? I'm worried that she will be fooled."

"Don't say that, what's wrong with twelve? It's only thirteen in Chinese New Year." Su raised her eyebrows and said, "Mo Ru is only twelve, can you do it? A strong person like my aunt, now treat Mo Ru as a job Baby. Even the three old ladies used to always pick on Mo Ru, but now they have to be polite when they see Mo Ru."

Xie Feng: ...

Xie Feng is not easy to gossip about his cousin's niece, but in Xie Feng's view, Xie Moru is definitely an outlier among ladies.

Well, there is such an outlier as Xie Moru in the family. Compared with Xie Moru, Xie Feng feels that Jiang Xingyun's move is not incomprehensible.

The second room was talking at home about Jiang Xingyun's move from the third old lady's house, and Mrs. Xie in the Shangshu's mansion also talked to her husband. Xie Shangshu is worthy of Xie Feng's cousin, and it was not a big deal when he heard about it willing.Mrs. Xie said to him, "It's not that it's not good for Miss Jiang to live somewhere in the third grandfather's house. I think she is a very strong child. I'm afraid she has other plans?"

"What do you plan to do?"

"I don't know right now, but looking at Miss Jiang's spirit, if she hadn't made up her mind, she would have moved out of the third grandfather's house somewhere."

Xie Shangshu said, "What do outsiders think of our Xie family." The Song family is just such an orphan girl, Xie's scholarly family, it is their duty to take care of Jiang Xingyun, and even, when Jiang Xingyun grows up in the future, find her a suitable home Marriage is also the obligation of the Xie family.Now that Jiang Xingyun moved away from Xie's family at a young age to establish his own family, if there are villains who don't know the truth, there must be a lot of gossip.

Mrs. Xie served a cup of warm tea to her husband and said, "This is only at the moment. Miss Jiang is not acting out of anger. She and Mo Ru are very friendly. Seeing us elders is also very polite, and she is very close to the third old lady." Don't worry, since she wants to move, we should keep one or two of them, but since we can't keep her, we might as well help her gain a firm foothold outside. Miss Jiang, you are a sensible person."

"That's the only way to go." Xie Shangshu didn't have any good ideas, he must have Jiang Xingyun's surname as Jiang, and he didn't belong to Xie's family after all. Xie Shangshu reminded his old wife, "The house warming ceremony for Miss Jiang must be thicker."

"Don't worry, I know."

(End of this chapter)