Old things in Nancheng

Lin Zhilan didn't want to care about Chen Wangshu's life and death, but she couldn't just watch Yan'er being pushed into the fire pit, not to mention Wang Zimo's instructions when he left. Nearly half a hundred years old, and only a concubine Liu's idea, there will always be only one thing, and that is money.The three mu of land was just an excuse, because Wang Zimo gave it to Chen Wangshu but not to the Shen family, which made Liu Shi, who considered himself Wang Zimo's mother, very unbalanced.

"I want to ask, when your family went to the Shen family to propose marriage, how much dowry did you promise?" Lin Zhilan asked very pointedly.

"Rice, flour, wine, meat, fine cotton cloth, and some coppers. It's worth five pennies in total."

Chen Wangshu is the eldest son, and he is the hope of the Chen family. In terms of marriage, the two elders of the Chen family are considered generous.Lin Zhilan heard from Wang Zimo about the wedding customs in the village. Generally, the betrothal gift is about three or four pennies, the eldest is more, and the younger brother is less. The Chen family is very sincere if it is five pennies.In addition to preparing the dowry, the man's family who marries a wife also needs to build a new house and hold a wedding banquet. After completing such a major event, it is impossible to do it well without more than a dozen dollars.

The Chen family's ancestors have only four acres of land, and the whole family lives on the output of the land. It is impossible to save more than ten yuan in less than ten years.If it weren't for the fact that Wang Zimo's land had been planted in the past three years, and Chen Wangshu often went to the Wang family to do short-term labor, the Chen family would never have been able to offer so much dowry. It is no wonder that Chen Wangshu's mother would be so angry when she heard Liu's lion speak loudly.

One mu of high-quality paddy fields is worth seven to eight yuan, and three mu of land is worth more than 20 yuan. Liu's money is crazy.

"Brother Shu, until now, are you still willing to marry Yan'er?"

"Of course I would, it's just..."

"As long as you want to, I have my own way."

"You have a solution?!" Chen Wangshu asked in disbelief.

"Since the matter is caused by my family's land, my family can't stand idly by. The land deed is with me. You just have to give it to her... She will know that Zimo didn't give you the land." Lin Zhilan said to Liu When she was born, she didn't know what to call her. Although her name was her mother-in-law, she couldn't call her out against her conscience.

"No, even if she knows that the land belongs to Xiao Er, she will find a way to get it." Chen Wangshu shook his head like a rattle. He was afraid that his marriage would not be successful, so he lost Wang Zimo's land.

"She wants it, you let her ask me for it, I want to see how thick her face is." Lin Zhilan said full of fighting spirit.

Chen Wangshu was dumbfounded by Lin Zhilan's tough words, and his previously suppressed mood instantly cleared up. He suddenly understood why Wang Zimo fell in love with Lin Zhilan so much. Living with such a woman seems to lead a very useless life, but it is difficult At times, such a woman can help a man hold up half the sky, and can make a man feel that there is strong support behind him.

If the Liu family asks Lin Zhilan for land, it will definitely be a good show, one is shameless, the other has never cared about face, it is simply a lion king fighting for hegemony.

"Even so, she will not agree to this marriage."

"Isn't it just asking for money, you add a dowry. You think that anyone can be a concubine in the Landlord Lu's house. Think about it. Last year, she sent Yan'er to the Wang family to be a maid, and the Wang family didn't want it. Why, she If you have a bad reputation, the Wang family will dislike it." Lin Zhilan said domineeringly, and by the way, she also criticized the Liu family.

"Add a dowry gift? Oh, my aunt, it's easy for you to say. If I have this money, why should I worry about it? You think I'm the young master of the Wang family!" Chen Wangshu thought that Lin Zhilan really had a plan, but found out that he was thinking too much , How many brains can a woman and Taoist family have.

Being ridiculed by Chen Wangshu, Lin Zhilan was not angry, and went back to the room to withdraw three pennies, slapped it on the table, and said domineeringly: "I can still count on you! You don't have money, I have, take it, ten pennies The dowry, you can marry two daughters-in-law, if she is not willing, I think you will die."

Chen Wangshu looked at the table full of copper coins, his eyes were full of shock.Half a year ago, when Wang Zimo was imprisoned, Lin Zhilan exhausted all her savings, and even pawned her jewelry to find ways for Wang Zimo. When Wang Zimo left, their family could be said to be poor. With a child under the age of one, they can save so much money. The Chen family works day and night, saves food and expenses, and can't save so much in a year.

Lin Zhilan looked at Chen Wangshu's twitching face, his small face was full of confidence, no matter what age he was, if he had money, he was a grandson; Chen Wangshu once insulted her, and Lin Zhilan was very relieved.

But Lin Zhilan didn't just use money to save face, the little calculation in her heart was done smoothly.This money was originally the dowry that Prince Mo promised to Yan'er, and it was given to Chen Wangshu as a dowry. According to the customs at that time, the Shen family had to return half of the dowry to the Chen family, and added some more for Yan'er's dowry.With Liu's stinginess, it is impossible to get half of the dowry, but she will not give the Shen family any more dowry money. Anyway, everyone knows that Wang Zimo has been involved in a lawsuit, and the Shen family will not expect them to give it away. Money comes.

After such a calculation, giving out the money also not only saved Yan'er, but also repaid Chen Wangshu's past kindness. It can kill two birds with one stone, so why not do it.

After being shocked, Chen Wangshu took his eyes off the money pile with difficulty, and said solemnly: "Mr. Lin, I can't take this money. It's not easy for you to support a family by yourself. You have to think about Bao'er. My business is my own." Think of ways to."

Lin Zhilan couldn't help being a little surprised when she heard this.

This is not stupidity, but character. The quality of a person's character lies not in normal times, but in his performance before major events.In the past, Chen Wangshu and Lin Zhilan's feud was as deep as a sea, and Wang Zimo would always persuade Lin Zhilan, but Lin Zhilan never took those words to heart, and Chen Wangshu had the same attitude.

However, they were nearly immersed in a pig cage, and Chen Wangshu saved them with his life. When they were destitute, Chen Wangshu tried his best to help them, as a giver. To be able to resist the temptation, and to be considerate of Lin Zhilan and Bao'er, that is a rare quality.

Such Chen Wangshu made Lin Zhilan look at her with admiration.

"Take it, I'm not short of money, I think Zimo will agree if he knows it." Lin Zhilan said in a calm tone.

"Xiaoer, how is she doing in Xingyuan Mansion?" Chen Wangshu asked with concern, but put his own important matters aside.

"She sent back a letter from her family, saying it was very good. When the second young master passed away last time, the Wang family sent someone to pick me up and went back to Wangjiazhuang. The second master promised to send someone to Xingyuan Mansion to take care of her. I think nothing will happen. Yes." Lin Zhilan said lightly.

"That's good. When Xiaoer comes back, the second master will definitely let her go back to Wang's house. Then you two can live a good life." Chen Wangshu said expectantly.

Good day!Have a great day!If Wang Zimo's mind is not clear when he comes back, he will take the whole family back to Wang's house and see how she can deal with it!

"Take it, this money is not for you, it's for Yan'er, if things work out, treat her well in the future." Lin Zhilan pushed the money in front of Chen Wangshu and said.

"Think of the money as borrowed by me, and I will definitely return it to you as soon as possible." Chen Wangshu said solemnly.

"Just you, a few acres of land, and a large family, how long will it take to pay it back?" Lin Zhilan said disdainfully, because she found a good idea in Chen Wangshu's words.

"I... I... In short, I work day and night, isn't it good!" Chen Wangshu couldn't bear Lin Zhilan's contempt for him.

"Sure, very good, marry Yan'er in and let Yan'er work with you. When Zimo comes back, will you ask you for treating her sister badly?" Lin Zhilan continued to roll her eyes, feeling very happy.

Chen Wangshu was poor and short-sighted, he was blocked by Lin Zhilan's words and could only hang his head and sulk.

"Okay, I'm still a man, really narrow-minded." Seeing the veins on Chen Wangshu's forehead protruding, Lin Zhilan knew she was afraid, and said in a slow tone: "I opened a wonton shop, and there is a shortage of staff in the shop. Come to me." Working in the store, you are given ten fen a day, including food and housing, when will you pay off the debt, when will you leave, how about it?"

Ten coins a day, including food and housing, wouldn't it take more than a year to pay off the five pennies?Chen Wangshu was shocked by Lin Zhilan again, thinking what kind of woman this is, why is she so different from ordinary women!

After Chen Wangshu was shocked, he calculated carefully that his younger brother Chen Wangcao, like him, was also a strong young man. He was already fifteen, and he would be sixteen after the new year. , are also strong laborers, even if they enter the city, they should be able to take good care of the seven acres of land.

If his own marriage can be accomplished, the family's savings will be considered empty. The younger brother and younger sister's marriage needs money. As the eldest brother, he must shoulder this burden. If it can be done as Lin Zhilan said, wouldn't it be the best of both worlds.Moreover, he looked after Lin Zhilan's shop, and he was able to take care of their mother and daughter nearby, which was considered a confession to his brother.

"Yes, I am willing. When do you want me to come?" Chen Wangshu slapped his thigh hard and said with wide eyes, as if he wanted to fight with someone.

"It's not urgent. You can go home with the money and take care of the marriage. If it's done, come back and talk to me later. But I want to remind you that you can make up the origin of the money as you like, but you must not let it happen." People know that I gave it to you." Lin Zhilan said solemnly.

"Don't worry, I'm sensible, I won't mention you when I go to Shen's house." Chen Wangshu is not stupid, he understands Lin Zhilan's thoughts.

Chen Wangshu huddled with the reluctant Wang Xingen all night, and returned to Wangjiazhuang with the money the next day.

Soon, the winter solstice came and the shop came to the end of the year. Lin Zhilan held a decent banquet to comfort the three hard-working people, settled the wages, and gave an extra twenty cash as lucky money for the new year. This made Zhao Liu and the cook very happy.

"The shop will double in size next year, and we don't have enough manpower. I've already prepared one for the waiter, and I'm still short of a cook. If you have a good candidate, you can recommend it to me." Lin Zhilan squinted at the wine and said, ancient wine, the degree It was very low. For Lin Zhilan, even if she drank three to five catties, it would not be a problem.

Zhao Liu and the cook glanced at each other, they were both ready to move, and there must be someone in their hearts.Zhao Liu was more anxious, and said first: "My lady, thanks to your care, I, Zhao Liu, will be able to have a happy New Year's Eve this year. The whole family can eat meat and wear new clothes. It's all thanks to you." Fu. I once said that my wife's business is my business, and my daughter-in-law said so at home. If my wife doesn't mind, let my daughter-in-law come to the store next year, and we will work together to help you. "

"Miss, the words of the six sons are also in the heart of the slave family. There is a girl in the slave family who is 14 years old. She looks good and has clever hands and feet. She will definitely be able to share her worries." The cook also said anxiously.

This time, Lin Zhilan was in a dilemma. After all, she treated the cook and Zhao Liu as equals. The two of them have worked hard for themselves these days. It is not good for anyone to be wronged, but there are only two cooks in the shop, and three are enough. It is too much.

Lin Zhilan squinted at the wine and thought for a while, then said, "How about this, you guys will bring people here tomorrow to show me their cooking skills, and then I will select the best ones."

"Okay!" Zhao Liu nodded.

"Okay!" The cook said with joy on her face. Her daughter's cooking skills are excellent, and she has learned her true skills. If she makes a surprise attack tonight, she will definitely be selected.