What should I do when I meet my sister-in-law in Red Mansions?

Two examiners, one surnamed Fang and the other surnamed Wu.They are all from aristocratic families, especially this one with the surname Fang. It is said that they are descendants of Fang Xuanling. Sometimes it is not a good thing for their ancestors to be prominent, especially for these unscrupulous children who are not motivated.

Mr. Fang's life in the officialdom these years has not been easy. People who have just passed their age seem to be in their fifties. The ups and downs in the officialdom have also made this Mr. Fang develop a cautious attitude. temper.

In the officialdom, no matter how cautious one is, one can never be too cautious. Look at those arrogant ones, but there are a few of them who end well. Mr. Fang is so calm and calm, which has caught the emperor's favor.

Today, I am not arrogant, so I naturally look down on those who are impatient and unstable.Mr. Fang is presiding over the scientific examination in the south of the Yangtze River this time. After returning to Beijing, he is afraid that he will be promoted. Whether it is the Ministry of Officials or the Ministry of Household Affairs, they are all fat jobs.

Thinking of this, Mr. Fang felt a little more relaxed, and his steps became much lighter.Although Mr. Wu is also an examiner, he is more of a companion to Mr. Fang. He is still young, so there is no need to make great progress immediately, and he will take it slowly. This is the way of the mean.If not, how could the strife in the officialdom be resolved so easily.

Although Master Wu is young, he is very familiar with these principles, he doesn't talk much, but he can speak to the point.The annoyance that Mr. Fang had in his heart before has long since disappeared.Smiling more kindly, it should be a good relationship, maybe in the future, I will get someone's photo.

The two examiners are happy and I am fine, but the scholars inside who are missing are also having a better life.For some reason, the weather is getting hotter and hotter, wet and humid, making me very restless.

Wu Yuanze's previous idea of ​​calmness disappeared, and his eyes became dull more often.Qiang cheered up and transcribed his draft on the test paper.

After the exam, Jiang Nan seemed to breathe a sigh of relief.Of course, the same is true.This scientific examination is a big deal, especially in Jiangnan where the literary style is at its peak.

Three days later, when the list was released, Butler Wu naturally sent people to wait for the list.They are still very confident about their master's study, so they naturally prepared a lot of back-ups.

As for whether they will fail or not, no one has thought about it. If their brother loses the ranking, is there any reason?Naturally, those people cheated!

Wu Yuanze was very calm on the face, but he didn't turn the pages of the book he read for a long time, so he knew that his heart was not calm.

It's true, this scientific examination is related to my future arrangements, so naturally I have to take it seriously.

When the boy came back excitedly from the second door, everyone knew that it was good news. Seeing everyone's eyes burning, that Ping An was also a bluff, but knowing what everyone was concerned about, they immediately said happily,

"Young Master won No.4."

"Really? Is this good?" Wu Yuanze, who heard the noise, had already walked out of the study and asked leaning against the door.

"Can I still lie? Of course it's true. I was thinking that my brother might be in a hurry, so I rushed back. I haven't had a sip of water right now!"

"Okay, brat, don't show off your merits, your reward will naturally be indispensable!"

Madam Wu glanced at Ping An and said.

"Hey, no, our family has a juren, everyone is happy, isn't it!"

Everyone laughed at Ping'an's embarrassing appearance, Wu Yuanze shook his head, tore off his purse, and threw it into Ping'an's arms.

This purse contained all the rewards he would give when he went out every day, and there were at least ten taels of silver in it. Ping An immediately smiled.

"Thank you, Young Master, for the reward!"

"Okay, you can go to the cashier later to get a first-class seal!"

"Thank you, my lord."

Hearing that there were rewards, Ping An smiled even more joyfully.

"Everyone has a reward, plus one month's money, the housekeeper and the nanny are also a top-notch seal. Have you arranged for someone to go to Zhen's mansion to announce the good news?"

Wu Yuanze thought of this and asked hastily.

"Don't worry, I've sent someone there just now. I've also prepared a gift. Do you want to come personally to thank Mr. Zhen for his teaching, my lord?"

"Well, that's right. Then I'll go change my clothes, and then I'll go to my husband's."

Wu Yuanze also knew that this was normal, so he didn't refuse, not to mention, it was time to talk to the husband about his plan.

Thinking of this, Wu Yuanze felt a lot of parting sorrow in his heart, and his joy for being successful was a little lighter.

For his visit, Shi Yin was naturally very happy. His disciples strive for success, and at such a young age, they are recruited, which is naturally a joyful thing.

Wu Yuanze is not too young now, if not for his complicated background, I really want to recruit him as my son-in-law.Thinking that Yinglian's marriage was not going well, Shi Yin's joy faded a little.

Yinglian is a good child, and everyone likes her, but the Zhen family is indeed too thin. This marriage is to get some help. What does the Zhen family have?Even if Bo has a family, it's still not enough to be low or high.

Seeing the hidden worry on his face, Wu Yuanze didn't dare to speak out even though he knew something.Mr. Si knows about his own smallness, so it's better not to make trouble for Shi Yin.

Hearing that he was going to Beijing, Shi Yin did not quite agree,

"What are you going to do in Beijing? It's not safe to settle down now. It's safe to study for three years and then go to participate in the competition."

"Sir, it's not because of that, sir, he also knows what's wrong with me. There is also a sister in Beijing. I want to go to Beijing to find relatives."

"Why didn't I hear you mention it? When did you know this?"

"I just got the news two days ago. I don't know the specifics yet. I won't know until I enter Beijing."

"Oh, that's all right."

When Shi Yin heard the words, he was taken aback for a moment, and then agreed.Since he came to Beijing to find relatives, even though Wu Yuanze's words were vague, Shi Yin still had no intention of keeping him.

The master and apprentice said some boring words again, then stopped.Coincidentally, the inner house has prepared a banquet to celebrate Wu Yuanze.

The two put aside these messy things, went to the flower hall in front, and went to the banquet to eat wine.

This meal of wine was quite enjoyable, Feng Shi and Ying Lian just came over to say a few words, then went to the inner room as usual.

Dividing the two tables, eating is quite enjoyable.

After the meal, Feng Shi and Ying Lian brought congratulatory gifts.Feng's is a full set of clothes, while Yinglian's is a variety of accessories.

Wu Yuanze solemnly thanked his wife and Yinglian for their gifts, and then went back with various items.These two days, these new imperial examination candidates are going to meet Fang Shi.

Wu Yuanze's gift is a high-quality Duan inkstone, these things are the favorite of literati, and they are not too heavy, and they are not bad.

Mr. Fang's attitude towards the students was similar, and he asked a few questions kindly.Wu Yuanze is only fourteen now. Although he is not the youngest, he is not too old. He has a good appearance and looks like a modest gentleman.

Mr. Fang, who had a heart for talents, naturally asked him a few more questions. Although this was not a big deal, it also attracted the attention of several older people.

Being fussy with such a brat, everyone felt that it was important to lose face, but they were also a little unwilling, so they vaguely wanted to isolate him.

Wu Yuanze didn't pay much attention to these people, he felt comfortable alone.Seeing his calm appearance, Mr. Fang liked it even more.Thinking again, let someone inquire about it. Seeing that he is well-dressed and well-bred, I am afraid that his family background is not bad.

If it's really good, then I still have a young daughter who hasn't talked about marriage, maybe I have a great son-in-law.

Thinking of this, Wu Yuanze's eyes became more critical.

Although everyone didn't know what Mr. Fang was thinking, but they still felt a little gloating.

Wu Yuanze was very calm. After the banquet, he bid farewell to everyone, got into the carriage, and went back to his residence.

Master Wu looked at Wu Yuanze's appearance, and he grew out of the same mold as that man.It's just that it's not cheap now, Mr. Wu endured the sourness in his heart and went back to the government office.

Wu Yuanze heard the news that Jia Yuanchun was made a virtuous concubine, so he knew that Qin Keqing might be dying or already dead!

For some reason, he breathed a sigh of relief.Otherwise, he really doesn't know how to face this sister.Even if they are brothers and sisters, they have never met each other, so where does the relationship come from?Furthermore, even if Qin Keqing knew about her background, she would be more embarrassed, how would she face the kindness of the Qin family's upbringing?

Well, the Red Chamber is a messy book, maybe, Qin Keqing knows her life experience?

These cranky things can only be kept in the bottom of my heart, and it is true that I can't say it out loud.

Seeing his serious face, everyone didn't dare to disturb him by making noise. After a while, Wu Yuanze returned to normal. He dismissed people in a low mood and locked himself in the study, not knowing what he was thinking.

It was not until dinner time that he came out of the study.After taking a few mouthfuls of food, he called the Wu couple to his eyes and wanted to ask them what they thought.

"I want to go to Beijing with my family, what do you think?"

"Young master, why is this? What are you doing in Beijing? But you want to find a girl?"

Grandma Wu asked hastily.

"That's what I mean. Even if there is a family member of my mother's family who takes care of the Buddha at my sister's place, it's just a fifth-rank official. The other party's family status is so high, so it's impossible to say that my sister has received all kinds of bad breath. I'd better go to Beijing to see it." Well, that's how I feel at ease."

"But, but..."

"But what? Now that I'm young and don't think carefully about things, I naturally have to rely on the two of you."

"There is no news from Fourth Master, so let's rush to Beijing, okay?"

"It's no big deal. You know about the attack a few years ago. If I missed that time, there may be another time. Although I can escape once, I can't go back. I have such good luck. Whether it is Whoever did it is already in Beijing, at least it's at the feet of the emperor, so there's always something taboo about it."

"However, to be disrespectful, if Fourth Master has other thoughts, what should we do? This trip to Beijing, wouldn't it be sent to others?"

"There's no need to be too afraid. If that person really wanted to put me to death, it would be just such a small fight. According to his temperament, he might kill me if I don't need to go to Beijing."

As soon as such words came out, the faces of the Wu family and his wife changed.Thinking about it carefully, this is really the case. If so, it is really not as good as coming to Beijing, at least there are some scruples in Beijing.

After doing this, the Wu couple agreed to go to Beijing.However, at this moment, it is not so cheap, and all the properties here cannot be disposed of. Some of the Wu family left behind, and more of them are Wu's dowry. As a son, his mother's dowry is also Can't leave it all alone.

Wu Yuanze naturally knew the troubles involved. Although there were not many industries, they were all profitable shops. At this moment, the news to be dealt with was released, and naturally many people came to ask questions.Jiangnan is rich and there are many merchants. The most important thing is money.Wu's shop's asking price is considered fair, even so, it took more than a month.

Wu Yuanze still kept the remaining few shops as his escape route, and it would be more convenient to find his little uncle in the future and hand them over to him to revitalize the Wu family.

Sure enough, the Wu couple were happy with this kind of treatment. Although they were servants, they had spent a lot of effort for Wu Yuanze. Wu Yuanze naturally prepared a large sum of money as a thank you.

The Wu couple refused to accept their resignations, but Wu Yuanze understood that no one in this world would treat you well for no reason, even servants.

Although the Wu family and his wife have received great kindness from Prince Su and his wife, they are no longer alive. How much is this relationship?Let the couple take care of me for more than ten years, even so, it's time to pay it off.

Buying some properties for them in this way is firstly to thank them, and secondly, it means to win over them. After all, I am still young, and I still need these two people to work on many things.

Even though the two of them seem to be a little careless and fussy, it doesn't affect their own interests, and that's enough.

He was thinking clearly, but the Wu couple felt that they deserved it, and they were very uneasy for a while.

They also knew Wu Yuanze's temperament, so they accepted it because they couldn't refuse.It would be a lie to say that there is no secret joy in my heart.

Although they serve the master, they are considered loyal, but there are always sons of the younger generation, and the children are getting older, so they can't just rely on Lao Tzu for food all the time, right?

The master's things are just divided among the three sons and daughters, and they can be relied on for the rest of their lives. As long as they take care of them carefully, at least they will not have to worry about food and drink.

After solving their worries, the Wu family decided to take their youngest son to Beijing, and it was better for the eldest son and married daughter to stay in Gusu.

The master's property also needs someone to take care of it, so it's cheaper.

Although they thought well, Wu Yuanze might not be happy.Even if their loyalty is available, it does not mean that the next generation will be the same.

The eldest son of the Wu family has long since eliminated slavery and is a good family. Although the third generation cannot take the imperial examination, but when it comes to the grandchildren, they can.Where will these things get mixed up again?

Even if he was willing, Wu Yuanze didn't feel relieved, he valued it too much, he really couldn't tell whether it was a blessing or a curse.

After setting up such and such regulations, Wu Yuanze entrusted all the rest of the shop to Shi Yin.

Of course, it's just for Shi Yin to take care of it a little bit, and the annual income will naturally be sent back to Beijing.

Although Shi Yin was impatient with these mundane matters, he would not refuse Wu Yuanze's request.

Hearing that he had booked the boat for October, Shi Yin let out a long sigh, just patted him on the shoulder, and then fell silent.But the reluctance and sadness on his face made Wu Yuanze feel very uncomfortable.

But, so what?That's all there is to it...