Daming Wuhou
Chapter 037
Lu Changting was grabbed out of bed.
Zhu Xi put the dazed Lu Changting outside the utility room, and when a gust of wind blew, Lu Changting suddenly woke up.
"This is...?" Lu Changting probed inside.
The charcoal basin has been burned out, but the smell inside is still unbearably stuffy, and looking sideways, the windows of the room are closed...
No wonder, just now, he caught a glimpse of so many people lying on the ground, which really shocked him at first sight.
They must all be carbon monoxide poisoned.
Lu Changting suddenly felt troubled.
This requires hyperbaric oxygen, glucocorticoids and other things for treatment, right?Even if you wake him up, he can't do anything.
"...Did they loosen their collars? So that they can breathe smoothly." Lu Changting asked aloud.
"It's been released." Zhu Di reacted faster than he imagined.
Lu Changting spread his hands helplessly, "Please ask the doctor, I can't help it."
Zhu Di narrowed his eyes, "Cheng Er has already gone." Cheng Er was not with them, and was woken up later, and Zhu Di quickly sent him away.
Lu Changting was slightly surprised.
This is to make full preparations in time after discovery?
Zhu Di showed regret, "I didn't expect them to forget to open the window."
Lu Changting frowned slightly, "In fact, you should open the windows to keep ventilation at all times." Even if there is no carbon monoxide, lack of oxygen is not a good thing.
Said that Lu Changting walked over and opened the window. After opening it, Lu Changting realized that a piece of firewood had fallen on the edge of the window sill.Lu Changting was slightly surprised. It seems that it was because... after nightfall, the strong wind blew away the firewood supporting the window, and the window was fastened tightly. Waiting for a little longer, the people in the room Naturally.
Of course, this has something to do with the number of people sleeping in the room.
Being so tightly closed and burning charcoal, the air is naturally thin, but carbon monoxide is released, causing fainting and even death.
Lu Changting pointed to the window in front of him, "It's time to fix it."
Zhu Di stepped forward, only took a look, and immediately realized what was going on, "It's time to fix it." Zhu Di breathed a sigh of relief, since it can be fixed.
The strong wind was blowing hard this winter, but it also reminded them.
Not long after, Cheng Er brought an old doctor over.
After the winter in Central Capital, the weather is cold, and the old doctor has seen such situations, and most of them are caused by rich people, so he was not surprised when he saw it at this time, and hurriedly bent down to check one by one, and then Let Cheng Er go to buy medicine and boil it.The old doctor just sat on the ground like this, ignoring the mud on the ground at all, perhaps he was tired.
"Just pay attention in the future. If it takes a little longer, I'm afraid something will happen! After waking up, you may be blind, have pimples on your body...or become a fool..." The old man The doctor shook his head while talking, but he didn't care about Cheng Er hurriedly pulling him over at this moment.
This Lu Changting also knows that even if some people are rescued from carbon monoxide poisoning, they may become vegetative, idiot, or even blind.
It can be seen that some life experiences are really indispensable.
If they hadn't come to such a place, the brothers of the Zhu family might not have had such an experience in their entire lives. After all, the palace was spacious, and the doors and windows were opened to keep the ventilation, so the left and right blows could not reach them.And in order to keep the house warm, I am afraid that such carbon will not be used, and the palace people also squat day and night.
It would be too dramatic if the brothers of the Zhu family innocently raised their pigtails because of this.
Zhu Di had already walked up to the old doctor at this time, and said, "Please come in and talk."
The old doctor smiled, but he didn't refuse, stood up with Zhu Di's support, and walked into the room slowly.
It's really cold outside, don't let the doctor get sick from the cold.
Lu Changting couldn't help but yawned, and then followed.I don't know that the old doctor will know that he was once supported by Emperor Yongle to enter the door,
Zhu Bing and Zhu Bing stood outside and blinked. They were watching the wind outside?It was Cheng Er who smiled and said, "It's fine for me to stay outside. You and Fifth Master can rest."
Only then did Zhu Bing and Zhu Bing enter the house.
The old doctor sat down in the room, and seeing Lu Changting, he couldn't help being surprised and said, "This is... isn't this a dog?"
Lu Changting froze: "..."
Only Cheng Er had heard of this name.
Now the four Zhu Di brothers have heard clearly.
For the first time, Lu Changting felt that he was about to sink into the dirt with shame and anger. After many years, would the princes of the Zhu family have only a dog in their impression of him?
Thoughts flashed through his mind, Lu Changting turned around, and had to respond gently, "En." He just recognized at this time that this old doctor was the one who had treated his mother before.Except for this old doctor, no one else would come to the beggar's nest.But despite this, the mother's life still could not be saved.
It's just because of this episode that Lu Changting has a good impression of this old doctor, so he naturally has a gentle attitude at this time.
Seeing that he had not mistaken the person, the old doctor asked in surprise why Lu Changting was here.
Zhu Xi suppressed a smile and said, "He came to our house to help."
The old doctor nodded and said something in a rambling manner.
Zhu Di casually mentioned to them that Lu Changting had reminded earlier that the windows should not be closed when burning charcoal. The brothers of the Zhu family heard the words and couldn't help but praise Lu Changting one after another.
"Changting knows a lot."
"Xiao Changting is really amazing, and I know these things."
"Come and let me see what is in Xiao Changting's mind?"
The old doctor smiled and said nothing.
Lu Changting was a little ashamed by the praise, these days' proud sons of course don't know these things.Lu Changting didn't expect that by accident, it became a point worth boasting about.I'm afraid that after another two years, they will think that they have supernatural powers.Lu Changting helplessly avoided Zhu Xi's approaching hand, and hid behind Zhu Di.
Soon after, Cheng Er came in and reported that everyone outside had taken medicine.
The old doctor got up and went out, checked again, and then left.
Lu Changting really didn't want to be patted on the head, and studied what was going on in his head, and of course he didn't want to be called a "dog", so as soon as the old doctor went out, Lu Changting took the opportunity to slip away.
Zhu Xi and the others watched the old doctor leave.
They looked at each other, and were about to turn their heads to tease Lu Changting, but when they turned their heads, they saw Lu Changting shrunk back to the bed at some point, and was still sleeping soundly.It was not easy for them to wake Lu Changting up now, Zhu Di got up and went back to the house, took off his outer shirt which was covered with cold, lifted the quilt and lay down after him, the cold went in and wrapped Lu Changting also .
Lu Changting trembled, turned over, pressed against Zhu Di's chest, and continued to fall into a deep sleep.
Zhu Di glanced down at his face, "Are you really asleep?"
"..."
"Dog?"
"..."
Only then did Zhu Di confirm that Lu Changting was really asleep, not pretending to be asleep. He stared at the roof for a while, and the candles in the room went on and off. After a while, Zhu Di unconsciously chuckled, Then he slowly closed his eyes and fell asleep like this.
Only then did Lu Changting cautiously open his eyes.
The dog or something... Let it be forgotten in everyone's mind.
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As the old doctor said, fortunately they were discovered in time, and these servants did not suffer any major hindrance, and they were able to rest in bed for two days.Because of their sudden accident, the brothers of the Zhu family had no choice but to do everything by themselves.With such a delay, Lu Changting postponed his departure.
It's cold, and he doesn't really want to go out.
It's just that Mr. Liu on the other end was in a hurry, and he was full of thoughts that he had offended someone by accident.Then they sent people to inquire about the news.Those who made this action, as well as other people who attended the full moon banquet that day, did not expect that they would miss it.Now I'm in a hurry!
In the end, it was Cheng Er who went to see Master Liu and told him that Lu Changting was accidentally tripped today.
At this moment, Master Liu was full of their extraordinary features, how could he dare to make trouble for such a matter, Dang even nodded in agreement, and silently waited at home.
After the servants recovered, Lu Changting took Zhu Di out.
But after this incident, even if the brothers of the Zhu family are frozen like dogs at night, they must open the windows, for fear that they will not wake up after sleeping.
Only Lu Changting was not affected, because of his small stature, he just hid in Zhu Di's arms, all the cold and strong wind were blocked by Zhu Di.
Not to mention here.
It is only said that Lu Changting showed the house to Mr. Liu, and casually pointed out the shortcomings of the house, and he did not forget to step on the layout left by Chen Fang. He can also tell a problem if there is no problem, anyway. It was to make Chen Fang completely lose credibility in the hearts of everyone in Zhongdu.
After waiting, Lu Changting and Zhu Di left under Master Liu's awe-inspiring eyes.
After sending Lu Changting away, Master Liu sat alone in the courtyard for a long time, and when he turned his head, he saw his wife was staring at the direction where the two left, and couldn't help but sighed in a low voice: "That young master is so good!" She is really good-looking! I don’t know which girl can match her..."
Mr. Liu knew that she had a bad temper for being a matchmaker, so he couldn't help giving her a blank look, "Women are short-sighted! Do you know who that person is? Who dares to be a matchmaker for him?"
"who is he?"
Master Liu choked, and said impatiently: "Why do you care so much? Go in and do your work!" After speaking, Master Liu couldn't help but want to inquire.
If it is really of extraordinary origin, he should also respect it in the future.
Lu Changting didn't know that there was someone behind him who wanted to be a matchmaker for Zhu Di. He yawned lazily, tightened his clothes, and said, "I still have something to do, so fourth brother should go back first." .”
"What's the matter? What's the matter?" Zhu Di didn't listen to his words and left immediately.
Zhu Di can be considered to have discovered Lu Changting's characteristic of being afraid of the cold. According to Lu Changting's temperament, he is not in a hurry to go home at this time, and he even asked himself to leave first!How could he be willing to let himself, the windshield, leave first?
Zhu Di has a very clear understanding of his role in Lu Changting's heart.
He is just like a robe.
It is precious in winter!
Lu Changting didn't know what Zhu Di was thinking, so when he heard Zhu Di's question back, his face was filled with doubts, Zhu Di actually asked himself why?Will Zhu Di care about these little things?
"I'm looking for a friend." Lu Changting said lightly.
"That little chubby?"
It seems that Anxi's nickname is really very loud.Lu Changting was speechless.
He shook his head, "No." He paused, then added hesitantly, "I want to go back to the beggar's den." Zhu Di should also know his origin. Say it out loud.There is no shame in coming out of the beggar's den.
Surprise flashed across Zhu Di's face, but he said, "Then I'll go with you."
"No, there's no need." Lu Changting quickly refused.Does Zhu Di think that the beggar's den is some fun place?
"Why? Is Changting going to do something ulterior?" Zhu Di asked lightly.
"Of course not!" Lu Changting interrupted him without thinking, "I just think that fourth brother shouldn't go there, the beggar's den is very dirty and messy."
Zhu Di seemed unable to comprehend the meaning of his words, and said in a calm tone, "But the pavilion is very clean."
Lu Changting immediately sensed Zhu Di's flat tone, hidden stubbornness and intolerance.It seems that he is still a powerful and domineering person in his bones.Lu Changting had no choice but to change his words, saying: "Then let's go there together."
Zhu Di smiled slightly, and continued to hold Lu Changting by his side, dutifully protecting him from the wind.
As the two walked forward, Zhu Di said in a low voice, "Have you forgotten about Changting? I have also been there before."
Lu Changting was startled, but now he remembered the unpleasant memory of the first meeting between him and Zhu Di.Wasn't it Zhu Di who took the old blind man to the beggar's den to look for him at that time?But it wasn't really a den of beggars.
Seeing that Lu Changting didn't speak, Zhu Di couldn't help saying: "Still holding grudges?"
Lu Changting shook his head, "What revenge do you remember? I usually report it on the spot."
Zhu Di couldn't help thinking of that day, the embarrassment between him and Cheng Er, wasn't it just because of revenge on the spot?Thinking about it, Zhu Di didn't feel angry, but couldn't help chuckling.
Lu Changting glanced in surprise, "Why are you laughing, fourth brother?"
Is going to the beggar's den still a very happy thing?
"Laughing at you..." Zhu Di gave Lu Changting a meaningful look.
Lu Changting shivered unconsciously.
What are you laughing at?Could it be laughing at his name?
Lu Changting rolled his eyes at him and quickened his pace.
Zhu Di was not angry when he saw this, and quickly followed.
Not long after, they walked to the most remote place in the city. After turning around the alley, Zhu Di saw the room where Lu Changting lived before.
Zhu Di raised his hand and touched the direction of the room lightly, and said: "When I saw you, I couldn't imagine that you would be a little beggar. You looked clean, beautiful, and a bit arrogant .”
Lu Changting had to correct him, "You can't say it looks good." Boys can't boast like that!
Zhu Di just smiled, but did not correct him.
Lu Changting ignored him and walked towards the house with big strides.Zhu Di had to follow him closely, so as not to make Lu Changting look embarrassed by the strong wind.
Lu Changting knocked on the door, but there was no sound from inside.
Lu Changting couldn't help frowning, and raised his voice and called out, "Auspicious!"
Isn't this lazy thing still sleeping?Lu Changting raised his voice and called twice, but there was still no response from inside.Lu Changting frowned, and turned his head to remind Zhu Di, "Cover your mouth and nose." He didn't want to kick the door open later, but Zhu Di couldn't bear the smell inside and fainted.
Although Zhu Di was a little confused, he still raised his hand to cover his mouth and nose.
Could it be that there is some mystery in this room?Interest flashed in Zhu Di's eyes.
At this time, Lu Changting had already raised his foot and kicked over.
With a "snap", the door was easily kicked open, and it bounced back a bit, and the winter wind immediately poured in.
Just as Zhu Di was about to lament that Lu Changting was so rude, suddenly a bad smell rushed into his nose, which was hard to stop even covering his mouth and nose.Looking down at Lu Changting again, his reaction was also very timely, he had already covered his mouth and nose with his sleeve, much tighter than him.
Because his mouth and nose were covered, Lu Changting walked in, making a muffled sound, "This is the case in most beggar's dens."
Only now did Zhu Di know what the mess actually looked like.
"Who! Who disturbed my sleep!" A man suddenly jumped up on the bed. The clothes on the man's body were torn and the quilt was not much better. Looking at his face, it was also stained. , there was a vicious expression on his thin face.
Lu Changting's expression changed, "Aren't you auspicious? Who are you?"
"I'm your uncle Ergou! That thing Jixiang was kicked out by me!" The man snorted coldly, his tone very arrogant.But when he caught a glimpse of an "adult" standing behind Lu Changting, his arrogance suddenly weakened, and he shrank back unconsciously.
Little beggars are very good at observing the situation. They have been scrambling in cursing and disgust all year round. They know who can't be provoked. Seeing that Lu Changting is short, he thinks that Lu Changting is easy to bully, but when he saw Lu Changting Zhu Di, who was behind him, immediately judged that it was not easy to mess with.
Zhu Di almost couldn't hold back his laughter behind him, "Ergou...it's quite similar to Changting."
Lu Changting's face darkened, who resembled him?Just this product!Nothing like him!
"I asked you where is Jixiang? Where did you drive him?" Lu Changting asked sharply with a cold face.
Ergou felt a little bit of badness, but he would not let go of the site he had won with great difficulty, so he forced himself to say: "I, how do I know where he went? I just kicked him out, he is going to Where, I don't care!"
Zhu Di hesitated for a moment.If he gets involved in this kind of thing, it seems that he is bullying the small with the big.
But it turned out that Lu Changting didn't need anyone's help at all. He put down the sleeves covering his face, rushed up with a few strides, pulled Er Gou off the bed, and threw him to the ground.
Zhu Di was taken aback by his series of crisp movements.
Er Gou lay on the ground and wailed, "What are you doing? Let me go!"
"Go! Go and invite him back." Lu Changting directly stepped on Ergou's face.
Ergou cried out in pain again and again, but he still refused to respond.
In winter, there is nothing more worth fighting for by these little beggars than a house. He teamed up with a few people and directly drove Ji Xiang out. How could he bring Ji Xiang back?This house is his!It is the root of his life!
"Go get someone." Lu Changting's face became more serious, and he retracted his legs. Before Ergou got up, he grabbed the man from the ground again, pointed to the wall and said, "Did you see it? If you don't go find someone , I’ll smash your head on, your head is smashed, do you have money to see it? Huh?”
Lu Changting's icy voice entered Ergou's ears, making him feel like he saw a ghost, and Ergou couldn't help shivering.
He probably compared the hardness of his head and the wall in his heart, and then nodded, "I, I'll go..."
Lu Changting also let go of his hand graciously.
Ergou immediately rolled and crawled out.
Zhu Di was dumbfounded again.
"You... this..." He knew that Lu Changting was cold and arrogant, and he couldn't be judged by common sense, but Zhu Di never thought that Lu Changting would be so cruel.
Lu Changting suppressed the leaking emotion in his eyes, he turned his head to look at Zhu Di, and said indifferently, "Did fourth brother think I was too vicious just now?"
Without waiting for Zhu Di to speak, Lu Changting continued, "The ancients said that if there is no food, no clothes, and no house to rely on, there is no way to talk about benevolence and etiquette. In backward places, they lack food and clothing. , I can no longer learn any kindness and etiquette, because the environment is trending." Lu Changting tapped the ground with his toes, "This place is the same. In the beggar's den, it is not uncommon to compete for food and land. For the half-dirty Steamed buns, maybe they can fight. The relief houses in this area have been built for a long time, and there are very few places to find airtight places. There are few places, but there are many beggars. Whose. Although you can't kill people here, it's not uncommon for people to be seriously injured and die. When everyone is hungry and there is nowhere to shelter from the wind and rain, what is the point of humanity?"
"What is cruelty? For the beggars here, it is the most cruel if there is no fight. If there is fight, at least some of them will survive. Like the old blind man, he managed to get himself His business is different from ours. Jixiang once took care of me, so I will do my best to win it for him."
One winter day, death is nothing, except for begging together in the past, who would pay attention to his death?
Zhu Di pressed his lips together tightly, a chill appeared on his face.
Lu Changting felt a little nervous in his heart, Zhu Di didn't think he was too cruel, did he?Just now when he beat Er Gou, he hit Er Gou with heavy hands.
But when Lu Changting was slightly distracted, Zhu Di asked, "Why?"
"Huh?" Lu Changting turned his head to look at him, his eyelashes fluttered twice.
Zhu Di looked at this exceptionally good-looking little face, and it was really difficult to connect the ferocity just now with him.
"I mean, why are there so many beggars?"
"China is poor."
"But there are many rich people in the city." Zhu Di was puzzled.
"The rich are also earned by their own hands. They are rich, and there is no conflict with the poverty of most people in the city. The central capital is barren, and the food production is not much, and the place is too remote, and there are no special products. It is necessary to establish a relationship with the outside world. Business is not easy. Let alone ordinary people, what kind of business can you do? But those who have money open a shop, and those who have no money open a stall, and they can make ends meet. Apart from these people, there are still a larger part of the homeless Some have no land to grow, some even have black households..." Although the Ming Dynasty has been established for nine years, how can it be so easy to improve the country's rich and poor?
Beggars cannot really be completely eliminated.
At least not now.
Zhu Di's face became even colder, he pursed his lips tightly, as if he was thinking about something.
Lu Changting didn't care what important national affairs he was thinking about, he dragged Zhu Di and walked out, "Let's go out first, I'm suffocating."
Only then did Zhu Di come to his senses, the room was still smelly, so he went out with Lu Changting without saying a word.
"The county government doesn't care?" Zhu Di asked immediately after leaving.
Lu Changting shook his head, "How can we manage it? The Zhongdu county government is not very rich. Although there are some money, how can they support so many beggars? The people in the government office have to work, but the beggars don't have to. Does this balance the relationship?"
"Then why don't you ask beggars to work for the yamen?"
"Most of the people in the yamen are literate. How many beggars are literate? Even if you can recruit some people to do errands, there is still a number. Besides, there are still many people in the city pointing to find a job in the yamen. What about positions, where are the beggars? And the most important point." Lu Changting frowned tightly, although he didn't want to admit it, but it was the truth. "After a beggar becomes a beggar, he will inevitably be influenced by the people around him. How many beggars have learned to steal, rob, and cheat... Can these habits be changed in a short time? Although there are good and bad beggars, how can this be solved? What about review?"
For the county government, this is simply a waste of manpower and material resources.
With this time, he might as well do some face-saving work and rectify his political achievements.
beggar?Thinking that no city can be avoided, the county government will be relieved. The more relieved, the less people will care about it, and then it becomes a vicious circle.
Lu Changting felt that he had become a clean stream in the beggar's den.
But even if it was him, didn't he cheat Anxi to get the basic funds?
Zhu Di stopped talking again.
Lu Changting feels that those who can be the leaders of the country are very powerful, and the same is true for those who can be the emperor.You have to worry every day, are the people fed and clothed? To select talents for the country...
At this moment, Zhu Di probably has already started to worry about the country and the people.
Lu Changting yawned again, the seriousness and indifference on his face were instantly destroyed.
Zhu Di restrained the cold expression on his face, he couldn't help raising his hand to stroke Lu Changting's head, and asked in a low voice, "Then how much suffering have you suffered?"
Lu Changting was stunned, and when he met Zhu Di's eyes, there seemed to be a little bit of concern inside, not like a fake.
Lu Changting said uncomfortably, "It's not much." When he didn't recover his memory, it was the woman who raised him who suffered a lot.
Thinking of this, Lu Changting's eyes were slightly sad.
Zhu Di only thought it was Lu Changting's stubborn mouth, but in his eyes, Lu Changting's small figure gradually grew into a big tree.
Smart, tough, and agile...Zhu Di has never seen such a child, and it seems that nowhere can raise such a child.
Probably because Lu Changting's performance has always been extremely against the sky, and the brothers of the Zhu family were also enlightened very early, so Zhu Di was not curious why Lu Changting could say such a thing, it is normal for a child of this age not to make trouble Well, where else can I say this?
Before Zhu Di could continue to speak, there was a sudden sound of footsteps approaching.
Lu Changting and Zhu Di turned their heads to look at the same time, and saw the two dogs came back, but behind them was not auspicious, but six beggars, one of whom was taller.
This is compared to Zhu Di finding a helper back?Lu Changting almost laughed angrily.
This kid really doesn't know what to do, right?
"Where's Jixiang?" Lu Changting asked coldly.
Er Gou grinned and said, "Where is the auspiciousness coming from? Seeing that you are all well dressed, why bother to come and embarrass me? Hurry up, you won't be beaten!"
Lu Changting is really not afraid of fighting with others, especially after being drilled by Zhu Di recently, Lu Changting feels that his limbs are full of strength.
"I'll give you this back. Go get Jixiang back, and you won't get beaten."
Of course Ergou didn't listen, and rushed up after ordering a few beggars behind him.
This scene looked funny, but after hearing what Lu Changting said just now, Zhu Di couldn't laugh anymore.His face turned cold, he hesitated to take off his outer shirt, and then strode forward, grabbed the taller person first, and knocked him down to the ground in two or three strokes.
But Zhu Di didn't hit him directly like Lu Changting did, so the tall man struggled unconvinced, cursing and swearing in his mouth was extremely unpleasant.
Zhu Di's complexion changed slightly, and he punched the tall man on the nose.But he still kept his hand, otherwise the tall man's nose would be crooked.
The tall man's nosebleed came out in a flash, and when he saw the blood, the tall man immediately screamed in fright, and his heart was piercing. He hugged his head and curled up on the ground, not daring to move, let alone struggled.
Only then did Zhu Di let go of his hand, and his expression became more complicated.
In this place, beggars steal things and are bullied by others, and then beggars bully those who are weaker than themselves. I really don't know who to sympathize with.
At this time, Lu Changting also quickly beat the others down.
Zhu Di was fortunate to see Lu Changting's extremely cruel side again.
"Are you willing to find someone now?" Lu Changting straightened up and asked without changing his expression.
Er Gou was already so frightened that his legs went limp, and if he saw Lu Changting's face again, he almost peed his pants.He barely got up, nodded cautiously, then called out to these beggars again, and ran away in a hurry.
When Lu Changting turned around, Zhu Di had put on his outer shirt again.
Zhu Di's expression was flat, and no expression could be seen.
Lu Changting didn't know what he was thinking, but seeing that he helped out, he should have no grudges against him.Lu Changting didn't want these princes to insist on being kind and compassionate to the common people when they were still young.
That would be a holy father!
Those beggars were really frightened by Lu Changting, so within a short while, they brought Ji Xiang back, but there was an unexpected person behind them—the old blind man.
Jixiang was so cold that he was shivering, and looked at Lu Changting with tears in his eyes, "Changting." No matter how cold or scared Jixiang was, he didn't dare to come up to hug Lu Changting.Since Lu Changting changed last year, Ji Xiang felt that Lu Changting was too clean, so clean that he didn't dare to discredit him a little bit.
It's like people who have been living in darkness always look up to the light.
This is how Ji Xiang looks up to Lu Changting.
The old blind man suddenly saw Zhu Di's face, shrunk back in embarrassment, and said in a low voice, "I heard from Jixiang that he came to look for you, so I followed him to have a look...hehe...hehe..."
The old blind man also realized now that Lu Changting was no longer the kid he used to be.
Lu Changting nodded lightly, but he didn't blame the old blind man for anything.He walked up to Jixiang, handed Jixiang a handkerchief, "wipe." The snot and tears went away together.
Jixiang took it and wiped his face, and couldn't help but answer: "He, they kicked me out, that's what you left for me...that's mine..."
Ji Xiang's weak and chirping appearance formed a sharp contrast with Lu Changting.
Zhu Di calmly took this scene into his eyes.
Perhaps children like Ergou and Jixiang are common children in beggars' dens.
Xiao Changting looks like a different kind.
"You let them live in, don't you?"
"How can I do that?" Jixiang stared wide-eyed, "You lived alone before."
Lu Changting said angrily, "Are you stupid? I live alone, so I can protect this room, can you?"
"No... can't."
"Where did you sleep these days?"
"Outside that ruined ancestral hall..."
It's a fortune teller if you don't freeze to death!Lu Changting secretly gritted his teeth.Then he looked at Ergou and the others, "Do you still want to live in this house?"
Ergou kept trembling, "No, no, no..."
"You can live with him, but you have to protect him, otherwise I will see him next time..." There is no need to finish the following words.
Er Gou shivered violently, and nodded vigorously, as if he was about to knock his head off.
"What do you think?" Lu Changting glanced at the others.
The others nodded too, for fear of being beaten again.
Lu Changting patted Ji Xiang, "Come in." He originally wanted to give Ji Xiang some money, but he hesitated in the end, so he just took out some cold dry food and handed it over.Ji Xiang finds some wild vegetables and cooks hot soup to satisfy his hunger.
If he gives money, I'm afraid that Jixiang won't be able to protect him at all.
His prestige can calm these people for a while, but if he gives money, he bets that these people will definitely not be able to resist this temptation!As long as the benefits are sufficient, people can become crazy.
Ji Xiang nodded, but he listened to Lu Changting very much, and went in with his things in his arms.
Lu Changting glanced at the old blind man, seeing that he looked much better than Jixiang, so he didn't worry about it.
"Fourth brother, let's go." Lu Changting said.
"Okay." Zhu Di reached out and took Lu Changting into his arms again, so that he would not be attacked by the cold wind.
The two moved forward gradually, the old blind man stared wide-eyed, and after a long while he said in a dull voice: "Your honor, the dog has met a noble man..." After finishing speaking, the old blind man showed regret again. "...it's strange that the old man doesn't know people, I'm afraid I won't see you again in the future." I already recognize him as "elder brother", how can I go back to the beggar's nest in the future?
The old blind man turned around, and when he thought about what happened last year, it was like a dream.
Who would have imagined that this child who lost his mother and everyone thought he would not survive would live a better life than everyone else.
Maybe he can become a great talent in the future!
The old blind man had a strange feeling of pride in his heart, he smacked his mouth and walked away.
Lu Changting and Zhu Di were walking on the road, and they happened to pass by the Zhu family's house. Just passing by, Lu Changting was stopped by someone.Those people were afraid that the servants would not be able to find Lu Changting, so they specially sent the servants who went to the full moon banquet with them that day.These servants all recognized Lu Changting's face, so as soon as Lu Changting passed by, they stopped Lu Changting.
"Little, young master, when will you be free? My master invites you to come over..." The servant bent down and smiled earnestly.
Lu Changting said casually: "Wait for two days."
The servant's complexion changed, although he felt resentful, he didn't dare to say anything, he also saw the frightening aspect of this child that day, how dare he offend him?Not to mention that if offended, I'm afraid I'll be beaten up when I go back.
"What's your master's name?"
"plum."
"I see, I will come to the door in two days." Said that Lu Changting pulled Zhu Di and continued to move forward, the servant was left behind and did not dare to chase, so he could only mutter: "I hope to come in two days. "
After walking a few more steps, Lu Changting suddenly shrugged, "It's so cold..."
Zhu Di couldn't help laughing, and stretched out his hand to hold Lu Changting even tighter.
No matter how Lu Changting doesn't behave like a child, there are always times when he is really
Zhu Xi put the dazed Lu Changting outside the utility room, and when a gust of wind blew, Lu Changting suddenly woke up.
"This is...?" Lu Changting probed inside.
The charcoal basin has been burned out, but the smell inside is still unbearably stuffy, and looking sideways, the windows of the room are closed...
No wonder, just now, he caught a glimpse of so many people lying on the ground, which really shocked him at first sight.
They must all be carbon monoxide poisoned.
Lu Changting suddenly felt troubled.
This requires hyperbaric oxygen, glucocorticoids and other things for treatment, right?Even if you wake him up, he can't do anything.
"...Did they loosen their collars? So that they can breathe smoothly." Lu Changting asked aloud.
"It's been released." Zhu Di reacted faster than he imagined.
Lu Changting spread his hands helplessly, "Please ask the doctor, I can't help it."
Zhu Di narrowed his eyes, "Cheng Er has already gone." Cheng Er was not with them, and was woken up later, and Zhu Di quickly sent him away.
Lu Changting was slightly surprised.
This is to make full preparations in time after discovery?
Zhu Di showed regret, "I didn't expect them to forget to open the window."
Lu Changting frowned slightly, "In fact, you should open the windows to keep ventilation at all times." Even if there is no carbon monoxide, lack of oxygen is not a good thing.
Said that Lu Changting walked over and opened the window. After opening it, Lu Changting realized that a piece of firewood had fallen on the edge of the window sill.Lu Changting was slightly surprised. It seems that it was because... after nightfall, the strong wind blew away the firewood supporting the window, and the window was fastened tightly. Waiting for a little longer, the people in the room Naturally.
Of course, this has something to do with the number of people sleeping in the room.
Being so tightly closed and burning charcoal, the air is naturally thin, but carbon monoxide is released, causing fainting and even death.
Lu Changting pointed to the window in front of him, "It's time to fix it."
Zhu Di stepped forward, only took a look, and immediately realized what was going on, "It's time to fix it." Zhu Di breathed a sigh of relief, since it can be fixed.
The strong wind was blowing hard this winter, but it also reminded them.
Not long after, Cheng Er brought an old doctor over.
After the winter in Central Capital, the weather is cold, and the old doctor has seen such situations, and most of them are caused by rich people, so he was not surprised when he saw it at this time, and hurriedly bent down to check one by one, and then Let Cheng Er go to buy medicine and boil it.The old doctor just sat on the ground like this, ignoring the mud on the ground at all, perhaps he was tired.
"Just pay attention in the future. If it takes a little longer, I'm afraid something will happen! After waking up, you may be blind, have pimples on your body...or become a fool..." The old man The doctor shook his head while talking, but he didn't care about Cheng Er hurriedly pulling him over at this moment.
This Lu Changting also knows that even if some people are rescued from carbon monoxide poisoning, they may become vegetative, idiot, or even blind.
It can be seen that some life experiences are really indispensable.
If they hadn't come to such a place, the brothers of the Zhu family might not have had such an experience in their entire lives. After all, the palace was spacious, and the doors and windows were opened to keep the ventilation, so the left and right blows could not reach them.And in order to keep the house warm, I am afraid that such carbon will not be used, and the palace people also squat day and night.
It would be too dramatic if the brothers of the Zhu family innocently raised their pigtails because of this.
Zhu Di had already walked up to the old doctor at this time, and said, "Please come in and talk."
The old doctor smiled, but he didn't refuse, stood up with Zhu Di's support, and walked into the room slowly.
It's really cold outside, don't let the doctor get sick from the cold.
Lu Changting couldn't help but yawned, and then followed.I don't know that the old doctor will know that he was once supported by Emperor Yongle to enter the door,
Zhu Bing and Zhu Bing stood outside and blinked. They were watching the wind outside?It was Cheng Er who smiled and said, "It's fine for me to stay outside. You and Fifth Master can rest."
Only then did Zhu Bing and Zhu Bing enter the house.
The old doctor sat down in the room, and seeing Lu Changting, he couldn't help being surprised and said, "This is... isn't this a dog?"
Lu Changting froze: "..."
Only Cheng Er had heard of this name.
Now the four Zhu Di brothers have heard clearly.
For the first time, Lu Changting felt that he was about to sink into the dirt with shame and anger. After many years, would the princes of the Zhu family have only a dog in their impression of him?
Thoughts flashed through his mind, Lu Changting turned around, and had to respond gently, "En." He just recognized at this time that this old doctor was the one who had treated his mother before.Except for this old doctor, no one else would come to the beggar's nest.But despite this, the mother's life still could not be saved.
It's just because of this episode that Lu Changting has a good impression of this old doctor, so he naturally has a gentle attitude at this time.
Seeing that he had not mistaken the person, the old doctor asked in surprise why Lu Changting was here.
Zhu Xi suppressed a smile and said, "He came to our house to help."
The old doctor nodded and said something in a rambling manner.
Zhu Di casually mentioned to them that Lu Changting had reminded earlier that the windows should not be closed when burning charcoal. The brothers of the Zhu family heard the words and couldn't help but praise Lu Changting one after another.
"Changting knows a lot."
"Xiao Changting is really amazing, and I know these things."
"Come and let me see what is in Xiao Changting's mind?"
The old doctor smiled and said nothing.
Lu Changting was a little ashamed by the praise, these days' proud sons of course don't know these things.Lu Changting didn't expect that by accident, it became a point worth boasting about.I'm afraid that after another two years, they will think that they have supernatural powers.Lu Changting helplessly avoided Zhu Xi's approaching hand, and hid behind Zhu Di.
Soon after, Cheng Er came in and reported that everyone outside had taken medicine.
The old doctor got up and went out, checked again, and then left.
Lu Changting really didn't want to be patted on the head, and studied what was going on in his head, and of course he didn't want to be called a "dog", so as soon as the old doctor went out, Lu Changting took the opportunity to slip away.
Zhu Xi and the others watched the old doctor leave.
They looked at each other, and were about to turn their heads to tease Lu Changting, but when they turned their heads, they saw Lu Changting shrunk back to the bed at some point, and was still sleeping soundly.It was not easy for them to wake Lu Changting up now, Zhu Di got up and went back to the house, took off his outer shirt which was covered with cold, lifted the quilt and lay down after him, the cold went in and wrapped Lu Changting also .
Lu Changting trembled, turned over, pressed against Zhu Di's chest, and continued to fall into a deep sleep.
Zhu Di glanced down at his face, "Are you really asleep?"
"..."
"Dog?"
"..."
Only then did Zhu Di confirm that Lu Changting was really asleep, not pretending to be asleep. He stared at the roof for a while, and the candles in the room went on and off. After a while, Zhu Di unconsciously chuckled, Then he slowly closed his eyes and fell asleep like this.
Only then did Lu Changting cautiously open his eyes.
The dog or something... Let it be forgotten in everyone's mind.
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As the old doctor said, fortunately they were discovered in time, and these servants did not suffer any major hindrance, and they were able to rest in bed for two days.Because of their sudden accident, the brothers of the Zhu family had no choice but to do everything by themselves.With such a delay, Lu Changting postponed his departure.
It's cold, and he doesn't really want to go out.
It's just that Mr. Liu on the other end was in a hurry, and he was full of thoughts that he had offended someone by accident.Then they sent people to inquire about the news.Those who made this action, as well as other people who attended the full moon banquet that day, did not expect that they would miss it.Now I'm in a hurry!
In the end, it was Cheng Er who went to see Master Liu and told him that Lu Changting was accidentally tripped today.
At this moment, Master Liu was full of their extraordinary features, how could he dare to make trouble for such a matter, Dang even nodded in agreement, and silently waited at home.
After the servants recovered, Lu Changting took Zhu Di out.
But after this incident, even if the brothers of the Zhu family are frozen like dogs at night, they must open the windows, for fear that they will not wake up after sleeping.
Only Lu Changting was not affected, because of his small stature, he just hid in Zhu Di's arms, all the cold and strong wind were blocked by Zhu Di.
Not to mention here.
It is only said that Lu Changting showed the house to Mr. Liu, and casually pointed out the shortcomings of the house, and he did not forget to step on the layout left by Chen Fang. He can also tell a problem if there is no problem, anyway. It was to make Chen Fang completely lose credibility in the hearts of everyone in Zhongdu.
After waiting, Lu Changting and Zhu Di left under Master Liu's awe-inspiring eyes.
After sending Lu Changting away, Master Liu sat alone in the courtyard for a long time, and when he turned his head, he saw his wife was staring at the direction where the two left, and couldn't help but sighed in a low voice: "That young master is so good!" She is really good-looking! I don’t know which girl can match her..."
Mr. Liu knew that she had a bad temper for being a matchmaker, so he couldn't help giving her a blank look, "Women are short-sighted! Do you know who that person is? Who dares to be a matchmaker for him?"
"who is he?"
Master Liu choked, and said impatiently: "Why do you care so much? Go in and do your work!" After speaking, Master Liu couldn't help but want to inquire.
If it is really of extraordinary origin, he should also respect it in the future.
Lu Changting didn't know that there was someone behind him who wanted to be a matchmaker for Zhu Di. He yawned lazily, tightened his clothes, and said, "I still have something to do, so fourth brother should go back first." .”
"What's the matter? What's the matter?" Zhu Di didn't listen to his words and left immediately.
Zhu Di can be considered to have discovered Lu Changting's characteristic of being afraid of the cold. According to Lu Changting's temperament, he is not in a hurry to go home at this time, and he even asked himself to leave first!How could he be willing to let himself, the windshield, leave first?
Zhu Di has a very clear understanding of his role in Lu Changting's heart.
He is just like a robe.
It is precious in winter!
Lu Changting didn't know what Zhu Di was thinking, so when he heard Zhu Di's question back, his face was filled with doubts, Zhu Di actually asked himself why?Will Zhu Di care about these little things?
"I'm looking for a friend." Lu Changting said lightly.
"That little chubby?"
It seems that Anxi's nickname is really very loud.Lu Changting was speechless.
He shook his head, "No." He paused, then added hesitantly, "I want to go back to the beggar's den." Zhu Di should also know his origin. Say it out loud.There is no shame in coming out of the beggar's den.
Surprise flashed across Zhu Di's face, but he said, "Then I'll go with you."
"No, there's no need." Lu Changting quickly refused.Does Zhu Di think that the beggar's den is some fun place?
"Why? Is Changting going to do something ulterior?" Zhu Di asked lightly.
"Of course not!" Lu Changting interrupted him without thinking, "I just think that fourth brother shouldn't go there, the beggar's den is very dirty and messy."
Zhu Di seemed unable to comprehend the meaning of his words, and said in a calm tone, "But the pavilion is very clean."
Lu Changting immediately sensed Zhu Di's flat tone, hidden stubbornness and intolerance.It seems that he is still a powerful and domineering person in his bones.Lu Changting had no choice but to change his words, saying: "Then let's go there together."
Zhu Di smiled slightly, and continued to hold Lu Changting by his side, dutifully protecting him from the wind.
As the two walked forward, Zhu Di said in a low voice, "Have you forgotten about Changting? I have also been there before."
Lu Changting was startled, but now he remembered the unpleasant memory of the first meeting between him and Zhu Di.Wasn't it Zhu Di who took the old blind man to the beggar's den to look for him at that time?But it wasn't really a den of beggars.
Seeing that Lu Changting didn't speak, Zhu Di couldn't help saying: "Still holding grudges?"
Lu Changting shook his head, "What revenge do you remember? I usually report it on the spot."
Zhu Di couldn't help thinking of that day, the embarrassment between him and Cheng Er, wasn't it just because of revenge on the spot?Thinking about it, Zhu Di didn't feel angry, but couldn't help chuckling.
Lu Changting glanced in surprise, "Why are you laughing, fourth brother?"
Is going to the beggar's den still a very happy thing?
"Laughing at you..." Zhu Di gave Lu Changting a meaningful look.
Lu Changting shivered unconsciously.
What are you laughing at?Could it be laughing at his name?
Lu Changting rolled his eyes at him and quickened his pace.
Zhu Di was not angry when he saw this, and quickly followed.
Not long after, they walked to the most remote place in the city. After turning around the alley, Zhu Di saw the room where Lu Changting lived before.
Zhu Di raised his hand and touched the direction of the room lightly, and said: "When I saw you, I couldn't imagine that you would be a little beggar. You looked clean, beautiful, and a bit arrogant .”
Lu Changting had to correct him, "You can't say it looks good." Boys can't boast like that!
Zhu Di just smiled, but did not correct him.
Lu Changting ignored him and walked towards the house with big strides.Zhu Di had to follow him closely, so as not to make Lu Changting look embarrassed by the strong wind.
Lu Changting knocked on the door, but there was no sound from inside.
Lu Changting couldn't help frowning, and raised his voice and called out, "Auspicious!"
Isn't this lazy thing still sleeping?Lu Changting raised his voice and called twice, but there was still no response from inside.Lu Changting frowned, and turned his head to remind Zhu Di, "Cover your mouth and nose." He didn't want to kick the door open later, but Zhu Di couldn't bear the smell inside and fainted.
Although Zhu Di was a little confused, he still raised his hand to cover his mouth and nose.
Could it be that there is some mystery in this room?Interest flashed in Zhu Di's eyes.
At this time, Lu Changting had already raised his foot and kicked over.
With a "snap", the door was easily kicked open, and it bounced back a bit, and the winter wind immediately poured in.
Just as Zhu Di was about to lament that Lu Changting was so rude, suddenly a bad smell rushed into his nose, which was hard to stop even covering his mouth and nose.Looking down at Lu Changting again, his reaction was also very timely, he had already covered his mouth and nose with his sleeve, much tighter than him.
Because his mouth and nose were covered, Lu Changting walked in, making a muffled sound, "This is the case in most beggar's dens."
Only now did Zhu Di know what the mess actually looked like.
"Who! Who disturbed my sleep!" A man suddenly jumped up on the bed. The clothes on the man's body were torn and the quilt was not much better. Looking at his face, it was also stained. , there was a vicious expression on his thin face.
Lu Changting's expression changed, "Aren't you auspicious? Who are you?"
"I'm your uncle Ergou! That thing Jixiang was kicked out by me!" The man snorted coldly, his tone very arrogant.But when he caught a glimpse of an "adult" standing behind Lu Changting, his arrogance suddenly weakened, and he shrank back unconsciously.
Little beggars are very good at observing the situation. They have been scrambling in cursing and disgust all year round. They know who can't be provoked. Seeing that Lu Changting is short, he thinks that Lu Changting is easy to bully, but when he saw Lu Changting Zhu Di, who was behind him, immediately judged that it was not easy to mess with.
Zhu Di almost couldn't hold back his laughter behind him, "Ergou...it's quite similar to Changting."
Lu Changting's face darkened, who resembled him?Just this product!Nothing like him!
"I asked you where is Jixiang? Where did you drive him?" Lu Changting asked sharply with a cold face.
Ergou felt a little bit of badness, but he would not let go of the site he had won with great difficulty, so he forced himself to say: "I, how do I know where he went? I just kicked him out, he is going to Where, I don't care!"
Zhu Di hesitated for a moment.If he gets involved in this kind of thing, it seems that he is bullying the small with the big.
But it turned out that Lu Changting didn't need anyone's help at all. He put down the sleeves covering his face, rushed up with a few strides, pulled Er Gou off the bed, and threw him to the ground.
Zhu Di was taken aback by his series of crisp movements.
Er Gou lay on the ground and wailed, "What are you doing? Let me go!"
"Go! Go and invite him back." Lu Changting directly stepped on Ergou's face.
Ergou cried out in pain again and again, but he still refused to respond.
In winter, there is nothing more worth fighting for by these little beggars than a house. He teamed up with a few people and directly drove Ji Xiang out. How could he bring Ji Xiang back?This house is his!It is the root of his life!
"Go get someone." Lu Changting's face became more serious, and he retracted his legs. Before Ergou got up, he grabbed the man from the ground again, pointed to the wall and said, "Did you see it? If you don't go find someone , I’ll smash your head on, your head is smashed, do you have money to see it? Huh?”
Lu Changting's icy voice entered Ergou's ears, making him feel like he saw a ghost, and Ergou couldn't help shivering.
He probably compared the hardness of his head and the wall in his heart, and then nodded, "I, I'll go..."
Lu Changting also let go of his hand graciously.
Ergou immediately rolled and crawled out.
Zhu Di was dumbfounded again.
"You... this..." He knew that Lu Changting was cold and arrogant, and he couldn't be judged by common sense, but Zhu Di never thought that Lu Changting would be so cruel.
Lu Changting suppressed the leaking emotion in his eyes, he turned his head to look at Zhu Di, and said indifferently, "Did fourth brother think I was too vicious just now?"
Without waiting for Zhu Di to speak, Lu Changting continued, "The ancients said that if there is no food, no clothes, and no house to rely on, there is no way to talk about benevolence and etiquette. In backward places, they lack food and clothing. , I can no longer learn any kindness and etiquette, because the environment is trending." Lu Changting tapped the ground with his toes, "This place is the same. In the beggar's den, it is not uncommon to compete for food and land. For the half-dirty Steamed buns, maybe they can fight. The relief houses in this area have been built for a long time, and there are very few places to find airtight places. There are few places, but there are many beggars. Whose. Although you can't kill people here, it's not uncommon for people to be seriously injured and die. When everyone is hungry and there is nowhere to shelter from the wind and rain, what is the point of humanity?"
"What is cruelty? For the beggars here, it is the most cruel if there is no fight. If there is fight, at least some of them will survive. Like the old blind man, he managed to get himself His business is different from ours. Jixiang once took care of me, so I will do my best to win it for him."
One winter day, death is nothing, except for begging together in the past, who would pay attention to his death?
Zhu Di pressed his lips together tightly, a chill appeared on his face.
Lu Changting felt a little nervous in his heart, Zhu Di didn't think he was too cruel, did he?Just now when he beat Er Gou, he hit Er Gou with heavy hands.
But when Lu Changting was slightly distracted, Zhu Di asked, "Why?"
"Huh?" Lu Changting turned his head to look at him, his eyelashes fluttered twice.
Zhu Di looked at this exceptionally good-looking little face, and it was really difficult to connect the ferocity just now with him.
"I mean, why are there so many beggars?"
"China is poor."
"But there are many rich people in the city." Zhu Di was puzzled.
"The rich are also earned by their own hands. They are rich, and there is no conflict with the poverty of most people in the city. The central capital is barren, and the food production is not much, and the place is too remote, and there are no special products. It is necessary to establish a relationship with the outside world. Business is not easy. Let alone ordinary people, what kind of business can you do? But those who have money open a shop, and those who have no money open a stall, and they can make ends meet. Apart from these people, there are still a larger part of the homeless Some have no land to grow, some even have black households..." Although the Ming Dynasty has been established for nine years, how can it be so easy to improve the country's rich and poor?
Beggars cannot really be completely eliminated.
At least not now.
Zhu Di's face became even colder, he pursed his lips tightly, as if he was thinking about something.
Lu Changting didn't care what important national affairs he was thinking about, he dragged Zhu Di and walked out, "Let's go out first, I'm suffocating."
Only then did Zhu Di come to his senses, the room was still smelly, so he went out with Lu Changting without saying a word.
"The county government doesn't care?" Zhu Di asked immediately after leaving.
Lu Changting shook his head, "How can we manage it? The Zhongdu county government is not very rich. Although there are some money, how can they support so many beggars? The people in the government office have to work, but the beggars don't have to. Does this balance the relationship?"
"Then why don't you ask beggars to work for the yamen?"
"Most of the people in the yamen are literate. How many beggars are literate? Even if you can recruit some people to do errands, there is still a number. Besides, there are still many people in the city pointing to find a job in the yamen. What about positions, where are the beggars? And the most important point." Lu Changting frowned tightly, although he didn't want to admit it, but it was the truth. "After a beggar becomes a beggar, he will inevitably be influenced by the people around him. How many beggars have learned to steal, rob, and cheat... Can these habits be changed in a short time? Although there are good and bad beggars, how can this be solved? What about review?"
For the county government, this is simply a waste of manpower and material resources.
With this time, he might as well do some face-saving work and rectify his political achievements.
beggar?Thinking that no city can be avoided, the county government will be relieved. The more relieved, the less people will care about it, and then it becomes a vicious circle.
Lu Changting felt that he had become a clean stream in the beggar's den.
But even if it was him, didn't he cheat Anxi to get the basic funds?
Zhu Di stopped talking again.
Lu Changting feels that those who can be the leaders of the country are very powerful, and the same is true for those who can be the emperor.You have to worry every day, are the people fed and clothed? To select talents for the country...
At this moment, Zhu Di probably has already started to worry about the country and the people.
Lu Changting yawned again, the seriousness and indifference on his face were instantly destroyed.
Zhu Di restrained the cold expression on his face, he couldn't help raising his hand to stroke Lu Changting's head, and asked in a low voice, "Then how much suffering have you suffered?"
Lu Changting was stunned, and when he met Zhu Di's eyes, there seemed to be a little bit of concern inside, not like a fake.
Lu Changting said uncomfortably, "It's not much." When he didn't recover his memory, it was the woman who raised him who suffered a lot.
Thinking of this, Lu Changting's eyes were slightly sad.
Zhu Di only thought it was Lu Changting's stubborn mouth, but in his eyes, Lu Changting's small figure gradually grew into a big tree.
Smart, tough, and agile...Zhu Di has never seen such a child, and it seems that nowhere can raise such a child.
Probably because Lu Changting's performance has always been extremely against the sky, and the brothers of the Zhu family were also enlightened very early, so Zhu Di was not curious why Lu Changting could say such a thing, it is normal for a child of this age not to make trouble Well, where else can I say this?
Before Zhu Di could continue to speak, there was a sudden sound of footsteps approaching.
Lu Changting and Zhu Di turned their heads to look at the same time, and saw the two dogs came back, but behind them was not auspicious, but six beggars, one of whom was taller.
This is compared to Zhu Di finding a helper back?Lu Changting almost laughed angrily.
This kid really doesn't know what to do, right?
"Where's Jixiang?" Lu Changting asked coldly.
Er Gou grinned and said, "Where is the auspiciousness coming from? Seeing that you are all well dressed, why bother to come and embarrass me? Hurry up, you won't be beaten!"
Lu Changting is really not afraid of fighting with others, especially after being drilled by Zhu Di recently, Lu Changting feels that his limbs are full of strength.
"I'll give you this back. Go get Jixiang back, and you won't get beaten."
Of course Ergou didn't listen, and rushed up after ordering a few beggars behind him.
This scene looked funny, but after hearing what Lu Changting said just now, Zhu Di couldn't laugh anymore.His face turned cold, he hesitated to take off his outer shirt, and then strode forward, grabbed the taller person first, and knocked him down to the ground in two or three strokes.
But Zhu Di didn't hit him directly like Lu Changting did, so the tall man struggled unconvinced, cursing and swearing in his mouth was extremely unpleasant.
Zhu Di's complexion changed slightly, and he punched the tall man on the nose.But he still kept his hand, otherwise the tall man's nose would be crooked.
The tall man's nosebleed came out in a flash, and when he saw the blood, the tall man immediately screamed in fright, and his heart was piercing. He hugged his head and curled up on the ground, not daring to move, let alone struggled.
Only then did Zhu Di let go of his hand, and his expression became more complicated.
In this place, beggars steal things and are bullied by others, and then beggars bully those who are weaker than themselves. I really don't know who to sympathize with.
At this time, Lu Changting also quickly beat the others down.
Zhu Di was fortunate to see Lu Changting's extremely cruel side again.
"Are you willing to find someone now?" Lu Changting straightened up and asked without changing his expression.
Er Gou was already so frightened that his legs went limp, and if he saw Lu Changting's face again, he almost peed his pants.He barely got up, nodded cautiously, then called out to these beggars again, and ran away in a hurry.
When Lu Changting turned around, Zhu Di had put on his outer shirt again.
Zhu Di's expression was flat, and no expression could be seen.
Lu Changting didn't know what he was thinking, but seeing that he helped out, he should have no grudges against him.Lu Changting didn't want these princes to insist on being kind and compassionate to the common people when they were still young.
That would be a holy father!
Those beggars were really frightened by Lu Changting, so within a short while, they brought Ji Xiang back, but there was an unexpected person behind them—the old blind man.
Jixiang was so cold that he was shivering, and looked at Lu Changting with tears in his eyes, "Changting." No matter how cold or scared Jixiang was, he didn't dare to come up to hug Lu Changting.Since Lu Changting changed last year, Ji Xiang felt that Lu Changting was too clean, so clean that he didn't dare to discredit him a little bit.
It's like people who have been living in darkness always look up to the light.
This is how Ji Xiang looks up to Lu Changting.
The old blind man suddenly saw Zhu Di's face, shrunk back in embarrassment, and said in a low voice, "I heard from Jixiang that he came to look for you, so I followed him to have a look...hehe...hehe..."
The old blind man also realized now that Lu Changting was no longer the kid he used to be.
Lu Changting nodded lightly, but he didn't blame the old blind man for anything.He walked up to Jixiang, handed Jixiang a handkerchief, "wipe." The snot and tears went away together.
Jixiang took it and wiped his face, and couldn't help but answer: "He, they kicked me out, that's what you left for me...that's mine..."
Ji Xiang's weak and chirping appearance formed a sharp contrast with Lu Changting.
Zhu Di calmly took this scene into his eyes.
Perhaps children like Ergou and Jixiang are common children in beggars' dens.
Xiao Changting looks like a different kind.
"You let them live in, don't you?"
"How can I do that?" Jixiang stared wide-eyed, "You lived alone before."
Lu Changting said angrily, "Are you stupid? I live alone, so I can protect this room, can you?"
"No... can't."
"Where did you sleep these days?"
"Outside that ruined ancestral hall..."
It's a fortune teller if you don't freeze to death!Lu Changting secretly gritted his teeth.Then he looked at Ergou and the others, "Do you still want to live in this house?"
Ergou kept trembling, "No, no, no..."
"You can live with him, but you have to protect him, otherwise I will see him next time..." There is no need to finish the following words.
Er Gou shivered violently, and nodded vigorously, as if he was about to knock his head off.
"What do you think?" Lu Changting glanced at the others.
The others nodded too, for fear of being beaten again.
Lu Changting patted Ji Xiang, "Come in." He originally wanted to give Ji Xiang some money, but he hesitated in the end, so he just took out some cold dry food and handed it over.Ji Xiang finds some wild vegetables and cooks hot soup to satisfy his hunger.
If he gives money, I'm afraid that Jixiang won't be able to protect him at all.
His prestige can calm these people for a while, but if he gives money, he bets that these people will definitely not be able to resist this temptation!As long as the benefits are sufficient, people can become crazy.
Ji Xiang nodded, but he listened to Lu Changting very much, and went in with his things in his arms.
Lu Changting glanced at the old blind man, seeing that he looked much better than Jixiang, so he didn't worry about it.
"Fourth brother, let's go." Lu Changting said.
"Okay." Zhu Di reached out and took Lu Changting into his arms again, so that he would not be attacked by the cold wind.
The two moved forward gradually, the old blind man stared wide-eyed, and after a long while he said in a dull voice: "Your honor, the dog has met a noble man..." After finishing speaking, the old blind man showed regret again. "...it's strange that the old man doesn't know people, I'm afraid I won't see you again in the future." I already recognize him as "elder brother", how can I go back to the beggar's nest in the future?
The old blind man turned around, and when he thought about what happened last year, it was like a dream.
Who would have imagined that this child who lost his mother and everyone thought he would not survive would live a better life than everyone else.
Maybe he can become a great talent in the future!
The old blind man had a strange feeling of pride in his heart, he smacked his mouth and walked away.
Lu Changting and Zhu Di were walking on the road, and they happened to pass by the Zhu family's house. Just passing by, Lu Changting was stopped by someone.Those people were afraid that the servants would not be able to find Lu Changting, so they specially sent the servants who went to the full moon banquet with them that day.These servants all recognized Lu Changting's face, so as soon as Lu Changting passed by, they stopped Lu Changting.
"Little, young master, when will you be free? My master invites you to come over..." The servant bent down and smiled earnestly.
Lu Changting said casually: "Wait for two days."
The servant's complexion changed, although he felt resentful, he didn't dare to say anything, he also saw the frightening aspect of this child that day, how dare he offend him?Not to mention that if offended, I'm afraid I'll be beaten up when I go back.
"What's your master's name?"
"plum."
"I see, I will come to the door in two days." Said that Lu Changting pulled Zhu Di and continued to move forward, the servant was left behind and did not dare to chase, so he could only mutter: "I hope to come in two days. "
After walking a few more steps, Lu Changting suddenly shrugged, "It's so cold..."
Zhu Di couldn't help laughing, and stretched out his hand to hold Lu Changting even tighter.
No matter how Lu Changting doesn't behave like a child, there are always times when he is really
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