Taoyuan Farmhouse Daily
Chapter 32 Does he think of himself as his mother?
Chang Xile knew who was coming without looking, and smiled as she stroked Chang Yu's big head with growing hair, "Don't worry, I'm here, I'm just bored of waiting, just looking around."
Chang Yu still hugged Chang Xile tightly, those who didn't know thought they had just passed through life and death.
Chang Xile didn't push him away directly, but touched his head, and asked softly, "Didn't you go hunting? What did you get back this time?"
When Chang Yu heard this, he let go, and triumphantly, Chang Xile walked to the place where he had just left his prey, which was a very fat red deer.Deer are not easy to catch. They run fast, have strong antlers, and live in groups. Chang Yu usually brings back hares and pheasants.
"Xiao Miao is amazing! He even caught a deer!" Chang Xile praised without hesitation, and at the same time did not forget to check Chang Yu's body. It must be difficult to hunt such a big guy in such a short time.
Sure enough, upon inspection, there were several bruises on Chang Yu's body.
Chang Xile couldn't help feeling distressed and said, "In the future, you don't need to hunt such a big thing, just hares and pheasants."
"Lele...Happy...Happy..." Chang Yu looked up at Chang Xile and said seriously.
Chang Xile was stunned for a moment, not knowing whether to surprise Chang Yu for learning one more word, or to lament the child's deep affection for him.
He came to this strange world not without confusion and loneliness that was difficult to fully integrate into, but with such a person who broke into another world like him by his side, this emotion faded a lot.It's more comfortable to have someone depend on each other than to be alone.
"Our little cat is getting more and more sensible." Chang Xile gently stroked Chang Yu's head, "But I also hope that little cat is safe and sound, and don't take any more risks in the future."
Chang Yu squinted his head in Chang Xile's palm, then jumped up and down beside Chang Xile to express his joy.
Chang Xile laughed, "Why do you look like a puppy. Come on, say you like it again."
"Hi... Huan... Lele... Daughter-in-law... Wife..."
Chang Xile clapped and clapped, "That's great, our little cat has learned three words, and we will speak more and more in the future. Let's say it again."
Chang Xile wanted Chang Yu to speak more often, and he could speak better after regular exercise. After all, Chang Yu hadn't spoken for a long time, and it was more difficult for ordinary children to babble.
"Lele... daughter-in-law... wife... happy... happy, happy... happy... daughter-in-law... daughter-in-law... Lele..."
Under Chang Xile's encouragement, Chang Yu carried a red deer that was taller than himself, walking and talking all the way.
It's not that Chang Xile is abusing children, but that he really can't carry it. Don't look at Chang Yu who can carry it easily, so one end can weigh three to four hundred catties.He wanted to lend a hand to help, but Chang Yu refused.Chang Xi was glad to see that he didn't have to make any effort, and was very happy to keep repeating those few words, so he could only admit the existence of this unscientific, and no longer stubbornly asked for help.
Chang Yu kept chattering non-stop, but immediately stopped when he saw someone, and returned to his usual dazed expression.Chang Xile didn't react until then, except for saving Chang Xibao that day, Chang Yu had never spoken in front of others.
This child is really... a little bird, the plot is a bit serious, he thinks of himself as a mother, right?
When the Chang family came back from working outside, they all gasped in amazement when they saw a fat red deer at home.Although they had known Chang Yu's hunting ability for a long time, they still found it inconceivable to see such a large prey.How can such a small guy be so powerful, even the old hunters in the mountains can't compare with him, he deserves to be a child raised by a tiger, after all, he is extraordinary.
With the experience of the last time, the members of the third house of Chang's family were able to clean up the red deer even more neatly.First shave the antlers, this thing is a good thing, and if there is something that can be used as a medicinal material, soak the deer whip.Then save the amount eaten that day, and marinate the rest. Such a big head can be eaten for several days.
Now Chang Yu is quite generous, probably because they have lived together for such a long time, although they are not as close as Chang Xile to others, but they still have some kindness to the third family members of the Chang family.He is also willing to share the things he hunted back. He is very satisfied with everyone's flattery and gratitude to him, and he never tires of hearing it.He raised his chin every time, but showed a look of indifference, an expression of what's so great about it, and that small appearance is not to mention cute.Only at this time can everyone feel that no matter how xinxing is, they are still just children.
Chang Xile specially roasted a venison leg for Chang Yu, fried a plate of braised venison meat, sautéed venison with green onions, and stewed a pot of deer bone soup.Immediately, a strong fragrance filled the kitchen, making one unable to help but take a deep breath.
This meal was such a tonic that we married people who were already exhausted had the time to toss and make people at night.
Everyone is now used to Chang Xile cooking, and they no longer make a fuss like before, and even Grandma Sun doesn't say anything.But usually he is not allowed to do it, only when there are special ingredients, he will be allowed to do it.Because everyone knows that they are not as good as Chang Xile, and Chang Xile often does things that they have never heard of.
After all, everyone didn't have the habit of cooking before, so no matter how long they waited on the stove, it would still be a little short.
Now the business is good, and I can earn money every day. The food at home is much richer than before, and there is meat every day.Moreover, he was willing to cut the material, and the faces of everyone in the family were much more flushed than before.The children are even better at seeing the wind, and they will change in one day if they don't see each other.
"Hey, life is so good now, how could I have imagined that we were still eating bran and wild vegetables a few months ago. My mouth is so spoiled now, and ordinary food is simply unappealing." Chang Xiwang said, picking his teeth. , Now this day is like a fairy, I can eat my mouth full of oil every day, not to mention how exciting it is.
Father Chang glared at him, "It's only been a few days since the good days, and it's starting to get out of tune, and the days to come will be long. 30 years in Hedong and 30 years in Hexi, we can't just raise our tails because of the good times, and we don't know how to live gone."
Chang Xiwang was a little unhappy and said: "Father, that's all I said. See you started to scold me again, and the children are all here."
Father Chang snorted coldly, "I earn face by myself."
Chang Xiwang pursed his lips and stopped talking. Ever since Chang Xisheng and his wife came back late at night, the chances of him being reprimanded became more and more frequent.
Everyone is used to this kind of scene, and they don't think much of it. This kind of conversation is too common at home, so they don't worry about it at all.
When Chang Xisheng and his wife came back, Chang Xile told everyone the news they had inquired in Lizheng today.Except for Father Chang and Chang Xisheng who were meditating there, no one else took it seriously.
Chang Xiwang said: "Why did the imperial court make such trouble, when the time comes, they will have to exchange things for money to pay taxes."
The second sister-in-law Cao said: "Let's trouble the people who collect the money. How fast the money can be counted. It doesn't need to be weighed or measured. I don't know if this is a good thing. When collecting taxes in previous years, some people are unkind. Those who collect rice grains have to toss a lot, most of the buckets are tricky, and he can get you a catty for four taels."
Mrs. Wang agreed: "That's right. I've heard people say that when some places collect taxes and grains, they have to be kicked with buckets, and they can't be picked up if they shake out. It's just a lot of money. If you pay , as much as you should pay, so you are not afraid of being taken advantage of, and you have to bother to please the grain collector."
Grandma Sun smiled and said: "Our family doesn't have to pay taxes and don't worry about these things. This year we don't sell the crops we plant and weave. We keep all of them for our own use. We haven't made new clothes for a long time. Do it all."
Father Chang didn't object when he heard this, he just frowned and didn't know what he was thinking.
The grown-ups thought they were unhappy when they saw Father Chang like this, and began to tremble when they felt that their life was going well, Chang Xixing hurriedly said: "Mom, we still have our clothes, so we don't need to make new ones, we should sell them for money." Bar."
The children who originally wanted to cheer were immediately discouraged. As long as they are children, there is no one who doesn't like new clothes, except Chang Yu, a special existence.
"Our family is not that bad now. We have done a good job this year. Just do what your mother says. People have to live a decent life." Father Chang spoke at this time.
Now the big guys couldn't understand what Chang's father was worried about. Grandma Sun asked: "Old man, what's wrong with you, with such a serious face, the children thought you were not willing to make new clothes for everyone."
"You don't have any opinion on what Xiao Wu just said?"
Everyone, you look at me and I look at you, what does this have to do with their family?Besides, it's not a payment, it's just a little troublesome.
Father Chang was very dissatisfied, why did Chang Xile not have a bright mind in the family, everyone looked puzzled.
Chang Xisheng thought for a while and said, "Although we don't have to pay taxes, other people in the village do. Think about it, when everyone rushes to the county to sell grain and cloth in order to pay taxes, what will happen?"
Chang Xiwang was dumbfounded and said, "What can happen?"
"You wooden fish head!" Father Chang said angrily, "Use your brain, it's not a decoration! Don't just concentrate on working in one day and ignore everything else."
Chang Xiwang curled his lips, "It's not good that I know how to work. There are smart people in the family, and I don't need to use my brain."
Father Chang had nothing to say when he heard this, so he had better raise more children, otherwise he just happened to be born with such a single-minded person, so how could the family prosper.
Chang Xile and Chang Xisheng looked at each other helplessly and smiled, Chang Xiwang knew how to make Father Chang angry best, the two father and son seemed to be born at odds.
Chang Xisheng didn't hold back anymore, and continued: "There are not many grain and cloth collectors in the county, and they are basically the business of the Qian family. At that time, when so many people are anxious to exchange money, they will definitely take the opportunity to lower the price. If he sells regular ones, he has the ability to only charge one hundred cents."
Grandma Sun's eyes widened immediately, "How can this be possible! These things are made by our farmers with hard work, and he said the price will be lowered!"
Father Chang snorted coldly, "What can we do, how many of our farmers have cash at home? Taxes can't be delayed, no matter what the price is, we can only bite the bullet and sell it. Why don't we borrow the usury? If we sell it in the county, where else can we exchange money? We are like being choked by someone, and we can only be determined by others."
The more Father Chang talked, the angrier he became. After all, he had wandered outside before. It's not like he hasn't seen these things before.So when Chang Xile said the news, he immediately felt that something bad was going to happen.Now the county is controlled by the Qian family, and they are afraid that Taoyuan Village will suffer a big loss this time.
It's all because he was obsessed with this family at the beginning, but now he is going to harm the entire Taoyuan Village!It's good for their family because Chang Xile is a scholar and doesn't have to pay taxes, but what about other families?Thinking of the usual help from the folks in the village, he felt very uncomfortable.But now there is nothing they can do. Although they have made some money in business, they can't help pay the taxes of the entire Taoyuan Village.Besides, it's not a matter of one or two years. Since the imperial court wants to change to this way, it must be for a long time.Their business can only last for a short period of time, and they can help treat the symptoms but not the root cause for a while.
If the folks in the village have a hard time, their life in this place will also be hard.As long as you stay in Taoyuan Village, you will be prosperous and lose.
After hearing these words, everyone realized the seriousness of the problem and became worried.
Mrs. Wang is also anxious. She is not from Taoyuan Village, and her family is not very good. She usually has nothing left after paying her taxes. If she is still suppressed like this, she will not be able to live.
"Then what should we do? Don't the government care about it?"
Father Chang snorted, "What's the relationship between the Qian family and the county magistrate? The Qian family dares to be so arrogant now, if there is no one behind, how dare they?"
When they agreed to marry a girl from the Qian family with Chang Xile, it was because of this.Although Chang's father didn't know much about scientific research, he also knew the ways of the world.This road is not easy to walk, there is no backing, no matter how smart and learned well, it may not be able to go in the long run.So the original agreement was also based on this consideration, but I didn't expect such a trouble to happen now.
In fact, Father Chang also understands that businessmen value profits, even if they don't have such a rich family, they will make a lot of money if they seize this opportunity, but it's true that they can't get rid of their ties.
Now everyone is silent, they are all small people with no power, no power and no money, so what can they do when they encounter such a thing?At the beginning, everyone offered Chang Xile without complaint or regret because they thought that there were people in the court who would not panic, so that they would not be afraid of being bullied casually.
Although the people in Taoyuan Village are tough and they taught Qian Xin a lesson last time, it was just a scare on their own territory.But if they encounter this kind of thing, they have nothing to do, and they can't do it hard.They are tough, but they don't want to riot and rebel. If they make trouble, they will be wiped out.
"Xiao Wu, is there really nothing to do with this?" Grandma Sun looked at Chang Xile. In her eyes, Chang Xile was the smartest, especially these days when she helped their family get such a big business and counted the money every day until she was soft. It feels more like he is omnipotent.
Chang Xile shook her head helplessly, "Our Taoyuan County is located in a remote place, so it is unrealistic to sell grain and cloth in other counties or in the government. Besides, there are rich families in our county, and it does not mean that there are in other counties." A conscientious businessman. Seeing us coming from afar, knowing that we can’t afford the round-trip fare, maybe the price will be lowered.”
Chang Xiwang clenched his fists, "Why do you think there is no conscientious businessman in this world! Could it be that we will all rely on them in the future? Isn't it because we work so hard all year round to make wedding dresses for people?"
"Then there's really no way out?" Mrs. Wang said with a sad face. They had just recovered from their stress and thought they were going to live a better life. How could such a thing happen again.She has some money on hand now, but it won't be a problem if she always subsidizes her mother's family like this.It didn't matter to get some things in the past, but if she keeps giving money like this, then she really won't be able to gain a foothold in this family in the future, and it's not a problem to keep doing this.
The second sister-in-law Cao, who had been silent all this time, suddenly held back a word, "There are more and more people digging the river recently. I heard that the food is almost too late to prepare. It would be great if our food could be sold there!"
Everyone's eyes lit up immediately, but Father Chang directly poured a basin of cold water on them.
"It's the food distributed by the imperial court. There are too many involved here. I'm afraid that even the imperial envoy can't be the master."
"Why? Isn't he the biggest official?" Mrs. Sun asked puzzled.
Others were also very curious, and didn't understand why the words of the imperial envoy didn't count.
"Things in the officialdom are complicated. How can I understand it in one or two sentences. If we sell the grain directly to the imperial envoy, then the people who prepared the grain and grass before will be dead, and the oil and water they want to pump will be gone. ? And it must have been planned a long time ago, but it was suddenly changed, so what about the food that was originally prepared? Things are not as simple as you think."
From the fact that the food over there was shipped from other places instead of collected locally, Father Chang knew that the things inside were probably not simple.Otherwise, those officials have pitfalls in their heads, and if they insist on looking far away, there must be interests in them.
Everyone understands it, although they still don't understand why it is so troublesome.The food brought in from outside is so expensive, and it is convenient and cheap to receive it directly from them, so I don’t know the algorithm.
Because they don't know that some people would rather waste and take a long way for the benefit.
Chang Xile thought about this issue seriously, although the chance was very small, it was just in case.
"Father, I will go over in a few days to see if I can talk to the imperial envoy. There is no other way now. I will try it. If it doesn't work, there is no loss. If it works, it will solve our entire village and even the entire county. If we give the Qian family this chance, I'm afraid it will get worse in the future, and we will have nothing to do with them."
Father Chang frowned, and didn't make a sound for a while, and finally said: "Then try, you are a scholar, maybe he is willing to see you, we have tried, and we have a clear conscience. But now There is no definite news from the yamen, so don't worry, otherwise if there is any change, it will be inappropriate at that time."
"Well, I know. Now that this is happening, I think news will spread soon, and our business will also be affected by then..."
Second Aunt Cao was in a hurry and couldn't help interjecting, "Why? What does this have to do with our business?"
Chang Xisheng glared at him, "Fifth brother is talking, what are you interrupting? Do you need to ask? Our business is doing well now not only because of those managers, but also because of the support of the folks on the construction site. Although they eat every time The cheapest ones are the cheapest, but we can’t stand the large quantity, and we have earned a lot from them. Now that the tax has to be paid, they have to save the money to pay the tax, so they can’t buy from our stall. something."
It was only then that everyone suddenly realized, and once again felt the impact of this tax change on everyone's life.
Chang Xile nodded, "Now our business is not just a family matter. The second uncle always discusses with the villagers in advance how much goods he wants. If he doesn't make it clear in advance, he will definitely I hoarded it. Others are fine, and I can’t put vegetables or anything.”
Grandma Sun couldn't help complaining, "It's killing me today, what are you doing, isn't this making us ordinary people have no way out?"
Father Chang glared at her, "Don't talk nonsense, there are some things we can say."
When Grandma Sun heard this, she quickly shut up, and kept poking outside, praying to the gods that what she just said was a fart.
Although they have never done this before, the old man once said that when there was chaos before, whoever said a word indiscriminately would be implicated by the whole family.What she said just now was indeed a bit disrespectful. They can't criticize the affairs of the court.Although it is at home, if the children accidentally spread the word after hearing it, it will be a big trouble.
Father Chang sighed deeply, "Let's forget about food, I can't stock up on these things, and rice and so on. We can't help much, but at least we don't let their road be cut off. This matter I will tell people in other houses that we will do our best when we earn money, and we can’t be like the Qian family, who have no conscience.”
It didn't take long for the exact news to come from the yamen, and the announcement had already come out, which clearly stated that this year's autumn tax only collects money but not goods, and it will be the same in the future.
Now everyone's last glimmer of hope is also shattered, and they can only passively accept this change.At this time, rumors are spreading, nothing more than that the Qian family will not be able to collect too much food and cloth at that time, if they don't sell it early, they may end up rotten in their own hands, and they will not be able to pay taxes by then, which will be in big trouble .
People who didn't understand the meaning of this announcement before became anxious now.
There was nothing they could do about the unripe food, and those who had already woven at home rushed to Qian's shop.But the price of cloth is getting lower and lower day by day, causing people to panic, and they are rushing to sell the cloth while the price does not drop.Many people were still looking for ways to make an agreement with the Qian family to collect their rice when it was ripe, otherwise it would be troublesome if they couldn't sell it at that time.
In the end, let's not mention what the Qian family made, but their relatives who were far and wide made a lot of money because of this.
People in other villages acted like this, and people in Taoyuan Village couldn't sit still.But with the Qian family's troubles like this before, there is no way to curry favor like other villages.
The Qian family targeted the people in Taoyuan Village and deliberately lowered the price, but they didn't say anything on the surface.It's just that when people from Taoyuan Village sell cloth, those cloth collectors will find some excuses to lower the price, such as whether the cloth is not woven finely or evenly, there is no color, and so on.But obviously the craftsmanship of the people in their Taoyuan Village is no worse than that of people in other villages, and even a lot better, but the Qian's shop just doesn't admit it.
Some people tried to ask other villagers to take it and sell it, but the money they received was much higher than buying it in the shop by themselves!
Why don't you understand now, this is clearly trying to punish their Taoyuan Village, but you still can't say anything.After all, whether I accept it or not is my business, can you still force it?If you are in a hurry, you won't charge them all. How can you give me something to steal my money?
Although Taoyuan Village is like an iron plate to the outside world, when it affects their own interests, it is inevitable that some people will start to waver.
If Chang Xile's family hadn't angered Qian's family back then, how could they have come to this point?It's fine if everyone is like this. Recently, the Chang family has made a lot of money from doing business. It is inevitable that some people will feel jealous, and they will be even more unhappy after this.If it wasn't for Chang Xile's status as a scholar, he would definitely have to make a fuss to be happy.
But even so, it is inevitable that some people will say some harsh words. Although there are not many such people, it is enough to make the Chang family feel very uncomfortable.
Not only that, but the business at the stall was not as good as before, at least [-]% or more lower than before.People on the construction site are also in panic, unlike before after the money was distributed, everyone is full of longing.Now it seems to be shrouded in dark clouds. I originally thought that this year would be a good year, but I didn't know that it would happen again.
Under such circumstances, although the Chang family still made a lot of money every day, everyone was still very unhappy.
"Mom, how much money does our family make now? Count my share, at worst, our family will pay for this money!" Chang Xiwang coaxed, really can't stand those old women muttering and saying nothing. tune.
Grandma Sun spat at him, "You think you are a money-spreader! Our family has only earned money for a few days, so I really think we are rich and want to do whatever we want, what are you doing nonsense!"
"It's not that I can't stand people talking about us like that. The Qian family is not kind in the first place, so why did it fall on us?" Chang Xiwang was furious, especially since those people didn't speak directly, and he couldn't even get him to talk back. , I couldn't let out a sigh of relief.
"It's just those few women who talk nonsense like to talk nonsense. Usually, they can even murmur for a year if their child cries twice more. You old men don't feel ashamed to do anything more than that. "
Mrs. Wang also said: "There are still a lot of sensible people in the village. When I went out to work today, many people told me that they didn't have that kind of thought. They all knew that the Qian family was unkind. Let's not think too much about some gossip. The eldest daughter-in-law of Lizheng's family also talked to me specifically, which shows that everyone understands."
"But I just don't feel good about it! The damned Qian family isn't a thing anymore." Chang Xiwang spouted.
Ding Sansao quickly pushed Chang Xiwang with her elbow and gave him a wink. Chang Xiwang didn't understand at first, but Ding Sansao pointed her chin at Chang Xile.He almost forgot that his younger brother is the most thoughtful, if he hears these words, he will be depressed for many days.These days, Chang Xile has acted so well that he has forgotten what his younger brother was like before.
Chang Xile frowned slightly, the thing he was most worried about happened.Qian Xin is such a narrow-minded person, and he is not afraid of that threat.The Qian family is now in a favorable position because of the tax reform, and they have nothing to fear.Taoyuan County, a small county town, has too little food and cloth to digest, and farmers can only rely on Qian's shops.
He is just a little talent, there is no other way.Unless, he can have the financial resources to contend with it, or has real power.
Chang Xile involuntarily squeezed her right hand, which is usually not visible, but which is inconvenient when doing delicate or heavy work.
"Isn't the Qian family no longer in Taoyuan County?"
Chang Xisheng shook his head and said: "The county is so big, there are not many shops, and they are all small merchants. Only the Qian family has a caravan, and they can collect grain and cloth and sell it outside. No other family has this. Capability. I only collected it to sell it to people in the county, and I can’t collect much at all.”
"Then no one is making trouble? This is really bullying. Although they are especially targeting people in our village, they don't give much to other families. A piece of cloth is just a few pennies more." Cao Ersao said indignantly .
Mrs. Wang said: "The reasons given by the Qian family are correct. Let's not talk about the quality of our fabrics. The important thing is that we can't dye them. Even if we can dye them, the color is not bright enough for people outside, and it is not easy to fade. They It is said that cloth does not make much money in the first place, and you have to spend money to find people to dye it before selling it. There are more people who can weave cloth, and people outside can make patterns and dye them. We all have the same cloth. Like, where is it comparable.
Although the Qian family is deceiving people very much, I heard Li Zhengda's daughter-in-law say that it is not all false.The cloth they sell in the shop is beautiful, and it also has patterns and colors.As soon as you see the cloth sold in the store, and then look at the ones in your own hands, you will have nothing to say, who makes us inferior to others. "
Everyone heaved a sigh when they heard this, and the Qian family made more sense in this way.
Some pictures flashed through Chang Xile's mind, it seemed that he had to hurry up and do something.It just so happens that I have some spare money in my hand now, so I can have the energy and financial resources to think about something.But the most important thing now is how to get through the current crisis. If the Qian family cheated him like this this time, it would have planted a seed.Although most of the people in the village have no objection to them, it's hard to say that they are really squeezed out and can't live on.
But in this way, he can also see clearly the nature of the people in the village when encountering troubles, and he will be more fussy in the future.
"Second brother, are you familiar with Xiaofang, the servant in front of the imperial envoy?" Chang Xile asked.
"It's okay. He would come to the stall to buy food for the imperial envoy every day. He himself liked it very much, so he would chat with us every time he came. Although he is not very old, he is a good talker. Yes. I heard that we are from Taoyuan Village, and I asked if there were any peaches. I said that the peaches in our village were about to ripen, and the taste was very good. He also said that if he had time, he would come to our village to have a good time. He said he liked it the most. Eat peaches."
After finishing speaking, he couldn't help asking again, "Xiao Wu, do you really want to find the imperial envoy?"
Taoyuan Village is called Taoyuan Village because there is a peach forest at the east entrance.The peaches here are later than other places in the county, but the taste is very good, sweet and moist, close to the taste of peaches.It's just that the peaches in Taoyuan Village can't be released, and the output is not much, so they are all used internally, and those who have spare time will use their own share to exchange for things.
There is also a legend about the peaches in Taoyuan Village. It is said that there is a mountain in the east, and there is a peach tree in the mountain, which is the ancestor of this peach forest.The peaches from that peach tree are very delicious. They are big, sweet and full of water. One can fill you up.The peach tree is guarded by a group of monkeys. They will not stop you from picking peaches and eating them, but you must eat all the peaches you pick. If you get a little bit of peach stuck between your teeth, you will not be able to get out of the mountain.It will turn around in it, as if it has encountered a ghost hitting a wall.
When Chang Xile heard this legend, she also wanted to find out if it was true or not, but she never did.
"Always have to try. You can't watch the folks have nowhere to go. Let me go to the river with you tomorrow."
"Sure, although I haven't met the imperial envoy seriously, but in the small dialect, the imperial envoy is very easy to get along with. Don't look at our county getting money smoothly, it's not the case in other places, it all depends on the imperial envoy. .”
"Brother, can you find out who the imperial envoy is?"
Chang Xisheng shook his head, "I'm not very clear about this, but it seems that he has a lot of background. I think those officials are very respectful to him, and he is still so young. If he thinks it doesn't matter, he won't be able to challenge him."
Father Chang said: "I'm afraid this matter will be impossible. If you don't do it properly and you don't see the imperial envoy, you don't have to blame yourself. It's because the Qian family is not kind, and they just took the opportunity to deliberately play tricks, and it has nothing to do with us. "
Others also agreed one after another. Although Chang Xile is better now, she has given so many ideas to the family.But when they were first injured, the look of despair was still deeply imprinted in their hearts.It is also because he is afraid that he will take everything on himself, and if he can't do it, he will have to think about it.
"Don't worry, I know."
The next day, Chang Xile took Chang Yu to the construction site with Chang Xisheng and his party.Everyone was thinking not to let Chang Yu follow, after all, this was for business, if they really met an imperial envoy, it would be a bit inappropriate to follow such an ignorant person.But it's up to them to decide, Uncle Hu can't be fooled at all, and he won't be willing to leave Chang Xile for half a step.
Chang Xile didn't want to sneak away by herself, but instead caused trouble, so she took him with her.
Unexpectedly, Chang Yu, who was regarded as a burden, would actually help.
Chang Yu still hugged Chang Xile tightly, those who didn't know thought they had just passed through life and death.
Chang Xile didn't push him away directly, but touched his head, and asked softly, "Didn't you go hunting? What did you get back this time?"
When Chang Yu heard this, he let go, and triumphantly, Chang Xile walked to the place where he had just left his prey, which was a very fat red deer.Deer are not easy to catch. They run fast, have strong antlers, and live in groups. Chang Yu usually brings back hares and pheasants.
"Xiao Miao is amazing! He even caught a deer!" Chang Xile praised without hesitation, and at the same time did not forget to check Chang Yu's body. It must be difficult to hunt such a big guy in such a short time.
Sure enough, upon inspection, there were several bruises on Chang Yu's body.
Chang Xile couldn't help feeling distressed and said, "In the future, you don't need to hunt such a big thing, just hares and pheasants."
"Lele...Happy...Happy..." Chang Yu looked up at Chang Xile and said seriously.
Chang Xile was stunned for a moment, not knowing whether to surprise Chang Yu for learning one more word, or to lament the child's deep affection for him.
He came to this strange world not without confusion and loneliness that was difficult to fully integrate into, but with such a person who broke into another world like him by his side, this emotion faded a lot.It's more comfortable to have someone depend on each other than to be alone.
"Our little cat is getting more and more sensible." Chang Xile gently stroked Chang Yu's head, "But I also hope that little cat is safe and sound, and don't take any more risks in the future."
Chang Yu squinted his head in Chang Xile's palm, then jumped up and down beside Chang Xile to express his joy.
Chang Xile laughed, "Why do you look like a puppy. Come on, say you like it again."
"Hi... Huan... Lele... Daughter-in-law... Wife..."
Chang Xile clapped and clapped, "That's great, our little cat has learned three words, and we will speak more and more in the future. Let's say it again."
Chang Xile wanted Chang Yu to speak more often, and he could speak better after regular exercise. After all, Chang Yu hadn't spoken for a long time, and it was more difficult for ordinary children to babble.
"Lele... daughter-in-law... wife... happy... happy, happy... happy... daughter-in-law... daughter-in-law... Lele..."
Under Chang Xile's encouragement, Chang Yu carried a red deer that was taller than himself, walking and talking all the way.
It's not that Chang Xile is abusing children, but that he really can't carry it. Don't look at Chang Yu who can carry it easily, so one end can weigh three to four hundred catties.He wanted to lend a hand to help, but Chang Yu refused.Chang Xi was glad to see that he didn't have to make any effort, and was very happy to keep repeating those few words, so he could only admit the existence of this unscientific, and no longer stubbornly asked for help.
Chang Yu kept chattering non-stop, but immediately stopped when he saw someone, and returned to his usual dazed expression.Chang Xile didn't react until then, except for saving Chang Xibao that day, Chang Yu had never spoken in front of others.
This child is really... a little bird, the plot is a bit serious, he thinks of himself as a mother, right?
When the Chang family came back from working outside, they all gasped in amazement when they saw a fat red deer at home.Although they had known Chang Yu's hunting ability for a long time, they still found it inconceivable to see such a large prey.How can such a small guy be so powerful, even the old hunters in the mountains can't compare with him, he deserves to be a child raised by a tiger, after all, he is extraordinary.
With the experience of the last time, the members of the third house of Chang's family were able to clean up the red deer even more neatly.First shave the antlers, this thing is a good thing, and if there is something that can be used as a medicinal material, soak the deer whip.Then save the amount eaten that day, and marinate the rest. Such a big head can be eaten for several days.
Now Chang Yu is quite generous, probably because they have lived together for such a long time, although they are not as close as Chang Xile to others, but they still have some kindness to the third family members of the Chang family.He is also willing to share the things he hunted back. He is very satisfied with everyone's flattery and gratitude to him, and he never tires of hearing it.He raised his chin every time, but showed a look of indifference, an expression of what's so great about it, and that small appearance is not to mention cute.Only at this time can everyone feel that no matter how xinxing is, they are still just children.
Chang Xile specially roasted a venison leg for Chang Yu, fried a plate of braised venison meat, sautéed venison with green onions, and stewed a pot of deer bone soup.Immediately, a strong fragrance filled the kitchen, making one unable to help but take a deep breath.
This meal was such a tonic that we married people who were already exhausted had the time to toss and make people at night.
Everyone is now used to Chang Xile cooking, and they no longer make a fuss like before, and even Grandma Sun doesn't say anything.But usually he is not allowed to do it, only when there are special ingredients, he will be allowed to do it.Because everyone knows that they are not as good as Chang Xile, and Chang Xile often does things that they have never heard of.
After all, everyone didn't have the habit of cooking before, so no matter how long they waited on the stove, it would still be a little short.
Now the business is good, and I can earn money every day. The food at home is much richer than before, and there is meat every day.Moreover, he was willing to cut the material, and the faces of everyone in the family were much more flushed than before.The children are even better at seeing the wind, and they will change in one day if they don't see each other.
"Hey, life is so good now, how could I have imagined that we were still eating bran and wild vegetables a few months ago. My mouth is so spoiled now, and ordinary food is simply unappealing." Chang Xiwang said, picking his teeth. , Now this day is like a fairy, I can eat my mouth full of oil every day, not to mention how exciting it is.
Father Chang glared at him, "It's only been a few days since the good days, and it's starting to get out of tune, and the days to come will be long. 30 years in Hedong and 30 years in Hexi, we can't just raise our tails because of the good times, and we don't know how to live gone."
Chang Xiwang was a little unhappy and said: "Father, that's all I said. See you started to scold me again, and the children are all here."
Father Chang snorted coldly, "I earn face by myself."
Chang Xiwang pursed his lips and stopped talking. Ever since Chang Xisheng and his wife came back late at night, the chances of him being reprimanded became more and more frequent.
Everyone is used to this kind of scene, and they don't think much of it. This kind of conversation is too common at home, so they don't worry about it at all.
When Chang Xisheng and his wife came back, Chang Xile told everyone the news they had inquired in Lizheng today.Except for Father Chang and Chang Xisheng who were meditating there, no one else took it seriously.
Chang Xiwang said: "Why did the imperial court make such trouble, when the time comes, they will have to exchange things for money to pay taxes."
The second sister-in-law Cao said: "Let's trouble the people who collect the money. How fast the money can be counted. It doesn't need to be weighed or measured. I don't know if this is a good thing. When collecting taxes in previous years, some people are unkind. Those who collect rice grains have to toss a lot, most of the buckets are tricky, and he can get you a catty for four taels."
Mrs. Wang agreed: "That's right. I've heard people say that when some places collect taxes and grains, they have to be kicked with buckets, and they can't be picked up if they shake out. It's just a lot of money. If you pay , as much as you should pay, so you are not afraid of being taken advantage of, and you have to bother to please the grain collector."
Grandma Sun smiled and said: "Our family doesn't have to pay taxes and don't worry about these things. This year we don't sell the crops we plant and weave. We keep all of them for our own use. We haven't made new clothes for a long time. Do it all."
Father Chang didn't object when he heard this, he just frowned and didn't know what he was thinking.
The grown-ups thought they were unhappy when they saw Father Chang like this, and began to tremble when they felt that their life was going well, Chang Xixing hurriedly said: "Mom, we still have our clothes, so we don't need to make new ones, we should sell them for money." Bar."
The children who originally wanted to cheer were immediately discouraged. As long as they are children, there is no one who doesn't like new clothes, except Chang Yu, a special existence.
"Our family is not that bad now. We have done a good job this year. Just do what your mother says. People have to live a decent life." Father Chang spoke at this time.
Now the big guys couldn't understand what Chang's father was worried about. Grandma Sun asked: "Old man, what's wrong with you, with such a serious face, the children thought you were not willing to make new clothes for everyone."
"You don't have any opinion on what Xiao Wu just said?"
Everyone, you look at me and I look at you, what does this have to do with their family?Besides, it's not a payment, it's just a little troublesome.
Father Chang was very dissatisfied, why did Chang Xile not have a bright mind in the family, everyone looked puzzled.
Chang Xisheng thought for a while and said, "Although we don't have to pay taxes, other people in the village do. Think about it, when everyone rushes to the county to sell grain and cloth in order to pay taxes, what will happen?"
Chang Xiwang was dumbfounded and said, "What can happen?"
"You wooden fish head!" Father Chang said angrily, "Use your brain, it's not a decoration! Don't just concentrate on working in one day and ignore everything else."
Chang Xiwang curled his lips, "It's not good that I know how to work. There are smart people in the family, and I don't need to use my brain."
Father Chang had nothing to say when he heard this, so he had better raise more children, otherwise he just happened to be born with such a single-minded person, so how could the family prosper.
Chang Xile and Chang Xisheng looked at each other helplessly and smiled, Chang Xiwang knew how to make Father Chang angry best, the two father and son seemed to be born at odds.
Chang Xisheng didn't hold back anymore, and continued: "There are not many grain and cloth collectors in the county, and they are basically the business of the Qian family. At that time, when so many people are anxious to exchange money, they will definitely take the opportunity to lower the price. If he sells regular ones, he has the ability to only charge one hundred cents."
Grandma Sun's eyes widened immediately, "How can this be possible! These things are made by our farmers with hard work, and he said the price will be lowered!"
Father Chang snorted coldly, "What can we do, how many of our farmers have cash at home? Taxes can't be delayed, no matter what the price is, we can only bite the bullet and sell it. Why don't we borrow the usury? If we sell it in the county, where else can we exchange money? We are like being choked by someone, and we can only be determined by others."
The more Father Chang talked, the angrier he became. After all, he had wandered outside before. It's not like he hasn't seen these things before.So when Chang Xile said the news, he immediately felt that something bad was going to happen.Now the county is controlled by the Qian family, and they are afraid that Taoyuan Village will suffer a big loss this time.
It's all because he was obsessed with this family at the beginning, but now he is going to harm the entire Taoyuan Village!It's good for their family because Chang Xile is a scholar and doesn't have to pay taxes, but what about other families?Thinking of the usual help from the folks in the village, he felt very uncomfortable.But now there is nothing they can do. Although they have made some money in business, they can't help pay the taxes of the entire Taoyuan Village.Besides, it's not a matter of one or two years. Since the imperial court wants to change to this way, it must be for a long time.Their business can only last for a short period of time, and they can help treat the symptoms but not the root cause for a while.
If the folks in the village have a hard time, their life in this place will also be hard.As long as you stay in Taoyuan Village, you will be prosperous and lose.
After hearing these words, everyone realized the seriousness of the problem and became worried.
Mrs. Wang is also anxious. She is not from Taoyuan Village, and her family is not very good. She usually has nothing left after paying her taxes. If she is still suppressed like this, she will not be able to live.
"Then what should we do? Don't the government care about it?"
Father Chang snorted, "What's the relationship between the Qian family and the county magistrate? The Qian family dares to be so arrogant now, if there is no one behind, how dare they?"
When they agreed to marry a girl from the Qian family with Chang Xile, it was because of this.Although Chang's father didn't know much about scientific research, he also knew the ways of the world.This road is not easy to walk, there is no backing, no matter how smart and learned well, it may not be able to go in the long run.So the original agreement was also based on this consideration, but I didn't expect such a trouble to happen now.
In fact, Father Chang also understands that businessmen value profits, even if they don't have such a rich family, they will make a lot of money if they seize this opportunity, but it's true that they can't get rid of their ties.
Now everyone is silent, they are all small people with no power, no power and no money, so what can they do when they encounter such a thing?At the beginning, everyone offered Chang Xile without complaint or regret because they thought that there were people in the court who would not panic, so that they would not be afraid of being bullied casually.
Although the people in Taoyuan Village are tough and they taught Qian Xin a lesson last time, it was just a scare on their own territory.But if they encounter this kind of thing, they have nothing to do, and they can't do it hard.They are tough, but they don't want to riot and rebel. If they make trouble, they will be wiped out.
"Xiao Wu, is there really nothing to do with this?" Grandma Sun looked at Chang Xile. In her eyes, Chang Xile was the smartest, especially these days when she helped their family get such a big business and counted the money every day until she was soft. It feels more like he is omnipotent.
Chang Xile shook her head helplessly, "Our Taoyuan County is located in a remote place, so it is unrealistic to sell grain and cloth in other counties or in the government. Besides, there are rich families in our county, and it does not mean that there are in other counties." A conscientious businessman. Seeing us coming from afar, knowing that we can’t afford the round-trip fare, maybe the price will be lowered.”
Chang Xiwang clenched his fists, "Why do you think there is no conscientious businessman in this world! Could it be that we will all rely on them in the future? Isn't it because we work so hard all year round to make wedding dresses for people?"
"Then there's really no way out?" Mrs. Wang said with a sad face. They had just recovered from their stress and thought they were going to live a better life. How could such a thing happen again.She has some money on hand now, but it won't be a problem if she always subsidizes her mother's family like this.It didn't matter to get some things in the past, but if she keeps giving money like this, then she really won't be able to gain a foothold in this family in the future, and it's not a problem to keep doing this.
The second sister-in-law Cao, who had been silent all this time, suddenly held back a word, "There are more and more people digging the river recently. I heard that the food is almost too late to prepare. It would be great if our food could be sold there!"
Everyone's eyes lit up immediately, but Father Chang directly poured a basin of cold water on them.
"It's the food distributed by the imperial court. There are too many involved here. I'm afraid that even the imperial envoy can't be the master."
"Why? Isn't he the biggest official?" Mrs. Sun asked puzzled.
Others were also very curious, and didn't understand why the words of the imperial envoy didn't count.
"Things in the officialdom are complicated. How can I understand it in one or two sentences. If we sell the grain directly to the imperial envoy, then the people who prepared the grain and grass before will be dead, and the oil and water they want to pump will be gone. ? And it must have been planned a long time ago, but it was suddenly changed, so what about the food that was originally prepared? Things are not as simple as you think."
From the fact that the food over there was shipped from other places instead of collected locally, Father Chang knew that the things inside were probably not simple.Otherwise, those officials have pitfalls in their heads, and if they insist on looking far away, there must be interests in them.
Everyone understands it, although they still don't understand why it is so troublesome.The food brought in from outside is so expensive, and it is convenient and cheap to receive it directly from them, so I don’t know the algorithm.
Because they don't know that some people would rather waste and take a long way for the benefit.
Chang Xile thought about this issue seriously, although the chance was very small, it was just in case.
"Father, I will go over in a few days to see if I can talk to the imperial envoy. There is no other way now. I will try it. If it doesn't work, there is no loss. If it works, it will solve our entire village and even the entire county. If we give the Qian family this chance, I'm afraid it will get worse in the future, and we will have nothing to do with them."
Father Chang frowned, and didn't make a sound for a while, and finally said: "Then try, you are a scholar, maybe he is willing to see you, we have tried, and we have a clear conscience. But now There is no definite news from the yamen, so don't worry, otherwise if there is any change, it will be inappropriate at that time."
"Well, I know. Now that this is happening, I think news will spread soon, and our business will also be affected by then..."
Second Aunt Cao was in a hurry and couldn't help interjecting, "Why? What does this have to do with our business?"
Chang Xisheng glared at him, "Fifth brother is talking, what are you interrupting? Do you need to ask? Our business is doing well now not only because of those managers, but also because of the support of the folks on the construction site. Although they eat every time The cheapest ones are the cheapest, but we can’t stand the large quantity, and we have earned a lot from them. Now that the tax has to be paid, they have to save the money to pay the tax, so they can’t buy from our stall. something."
It was only then that everyone suddenly realized, and once again felt the impact of this tax change on everyone's life.
Chang Xile nodded, "Now our business is not just a family matter. The second uncle always discusses with the villagers in advance how much goods he wants. If he doesn't make it clear in advance, he will definitely I hoarded it. Others are fine, and I can’t put vegetables or anything.”
Grandma Sun couldn't help complaining, "It's killing me today, what are you doing, isn't this making us ordinary people have no way out?"
Father Chang glared at her, "Don't talk nonsense, there are some things we can say."
When Grandma Sun heard this, she quickly shut up, and kept poking outside, praying to the gods that what she just said was a fart.
Although they have never done this before, the old man once said that when there was chaos before, whoever said a word indiscriminately would be implicated by the whole family.What she said just now was indeed a bit disrespectful. They can't criticize the affairs of the court.Although it is at home, if the children accidentally spread the word after hearing it, it will be a big trouble.
Father Chang sighed deeply, "Let's forget about food, I can't stock up on these things, and rice and so on. We can't help much, but at least we don't let their road be cut off. This matter I will tell people in other houses that we will do our best when we earn money, and we can’t be like the Qian family, who have no conscience.”
It didn't take long for the exact news to come from the yamen, and the announcement had already come out, which clearly stated that this year's autumn tax only collects money but not goods, and it will be the same in the future.
Now everyone's last glimmer of hope is also shattered, and they can only passively accept this change.At this time, rumors are spreading, nothing more than that the Qian family will not be able to collect too much food and cloth at that time, if they don't sell it early, they may end up rotten in their own hands, and they will not be able to pay taxes by then, which will be in big trouble .
People who didn't understand the meaning of this announcement before became anxious now.
There was nothing they could do about the unripe food, and those who had already woven at home rushed to Qian's shop.But the price of cloth is getting lower and lower day by day, causing people to panic, and they are rushing to sell the cloth while the price does not drop.Many people were still looking for ways to make an agreement with the Qian family to collect their rice when it was ripe, otherwise it would be troublesome if they couldn't sell it at that time.
In the end, let's not mention what the Qian family made, but their relatives who were far and wide made a lot of money because of this.
People in other villages acted like this, and people in Taoyuan Village couldn't sit still.But with the Qian family's troubles like this before, there is no way to curry favor like other villages.
The Qian family targeted the people in Taoyuan Village and deliberately lowered the price, but they didn't say anything on the surface.It's just that when people from Taoyuan Village sell cloth, those cloth collectors will find some excuses to lower the price, such as whether the cloth is not woven finely or evenly, there is no color, and so on.But obviously the craftsmanship of the people in their Taoyuan Village is no worse than that of people in other villages, and even a lot better, but the Qian's shop just doesn't admit it.
Some people tried to ask other villagers to take it and sell it, but the money they received was much higher than buying it in the shop by themselves!
Why don't you understand now, this is clearly trying to punish their Taoyuan Village, but you still can't say anything.After all, whether I accept it or not is my business, can you still force it?If you are in a hurry, you won't charge them all. How can you give me something to steal my money?
Although Taoyuan Village is like an iron plate to the outside world, when it affects their own interests, it is inevitable that some people will start to waver.
If Chang Xile's family hadn't angered Qian's family back then, how could they have come to this point?It's fine if everyone is like this. Recently, the Chang family has made a lot of money from doing business. It is inevitable that some people will feel jealous, and they will be even more unhappy after this.If it wasn't for Chang Xile's status as a scholar, he would definitely have to make a fuss to be happy.
But even so, it is inevitable that some people will say some harsh words. Although there are not many such people, it is enough to make the Chang family feel very uncomfortable.
Not only that, but the business at the stall was not as good as before, at least [-]% or more lower than before.People on the construction site are also in panic, unlike before after the money was distributed, everyone is full of longing.Now it seems to be shrouded in dark clouds. I originally thought that this year would be a good year, but I didn't know that it would happen again.
Under such circumstances, although the Chang family still made a lot of money every day, everyone was still very unhappy.
"Mom, how much money does our family make now? Count my share, at worst, our family will pay for this money!" Chang Xiwang coaxed, really can't stand those old women muttering and saying nothing. tune.
Grandma Sun spat at him, "You think you are a money-spreader! Our family has only earned money for a few days, so I really think we are rich and want to do whatever we want, what are you doing nonsense!"
"It's not that I can't stand people talking about us like that. The Qian family is not kind in the first place, so why did it fall on us?" Chang Xiwang was furious, especially since those people didn't speak directly, and he couldn't even get him to talk back. , I couldn't let out a sigh of relief.
"It's just those few women who talk nonsense like to talk nonsense. Usually, they can even murmur for a year if their child cries twice more. You old men don't feel ashamed to do anything more than that. "
Mrs. Wang also said: "There are still a lot of sensible people in the village. When I went out to work today, many people told me that they didn't have that kind of thought. They all knew that the Qian family was unkind. Let's not think too much about some gossip. The eldest daughter-in-law of Lizheng's family also talked to me specifically, which shows that everyone understands."
"But I just don't feel good about it! The damned Qian family isn't a thing anymore." Chang Xiwang spouted.
Ding Sansao quickly pushed Chang Xiwang with her elbow and gave him a wink. Chang Xiwang didn't understand at first, but Ding Sansao pointed her chin at Chang Xile.He almost forgot that his younger brother is the most thoughtful, if he hears these words, he will be depressed for many days.These days, Chang Xile has acted so well that he has forgotten what his younger brother was like before.
Chang Xile frowned slightly, the thing he was most worried about happened.Qian Xin is such a narrow-minded person, and he is not afraid of that threat.The Qian family is now in a favorable position because of the tax reform, and they have nothing to fear.Taoyuan County, a small county town, has too little food and cloth to digest, and farmers can only rely on Qian's shops.
He is just a little talent, there is no other way.Unless, he can have the financial resources to contend with it, or has real power.
Chang Xile involuntarily squeezed her right hand, which is usually not visible, but which is inconvenient when doing delicate or heavy work.
"Isn't the Qian family no longer in Taoyuan County?"
Chang Xisheng shook his head and said: "The county is so big, there are not many shops, and they are all small merchants. Only the Qian family has a caravan, and they can collect grain and cloth and sell it outside. No other family has this. Capability. I only collected it to sell it to people in the county, and I can’t collect much at all.”
"Then no one is making trouble? This is really bullying. Although they are especially targeting people in our village, they don't give much to other families. A piece of cloth is just a few pennies more." Cao Ersao said indignantly .
Mrs. Wang said: "The reasons given by the Qian family are correct. Let's not talk about the quality of our fabrics. The important thing is that we can't dye them. Even if we can dye them, the color is not bright enough for people outside, and it is not easy to fade. They It is said that cloth does not make much money in the first place, and you have to spend money to find people to dye it before selling it. There are more people who can weave cloth, and people outside can make patterns and dye them. We all have the same cloth. Like, where is it comparable.
Although the Qian family is deceiving people very much, I heard Li Zhengda's daughter-in-law say that it is not all false.The cloth they sell in the shop is beautiful, and it also has patterns and colors.As soon as you see the cloth sold in the store, and then look at the ones in your own hands, you will have nothing to say, who makes us inferior to others. "
Everyone heaved a sigh when they heard this, and the Qian family made more sense in this way.
Some pictures flashed through Chang Xile's mind, it seemed that he had to hurry up and do something.It just so happens that I have some spare money in my hand now, so I can have the energy and financial resources to think about something.But the most important thing now is how to get through the current crisis. If the Qian family cheated him like this this time, it would have planted a seed.Although most of the people in the village have no objection to them, it's hard to say that they are really squeezed out and can't live on.
But in this way, he can also see clearly the nature of the people in the village when encountering troubles, and he will be more fussy in the future.
"Second brother, are you familiar with Xiaofang, the servant in front of the imperial envoy?" Chang Xile asked.
"It's okay. He would come to the stall to buy food for the imperial envoy every day. He himself liked it very much, so he would chat with us every time he came. Although he is not very old, he is a good talker. Yes. I heard that we are from Taoyuan Village, and I asked if there were any peaches. I said that the peaches in our village were about to ripen, and the taste was very good. He also said that if he had time, he would come to our village to have a good time. He said he liked it the most. Eat peaches."
After finishing speaking, he couldn't help asking again, "Xiao Wu, do you really want to find the imperial envoy?"
Taoyuan Village is called Taoyuan Village because there is a peach forest at the east entrance.The peaches here are later than other places in the county, but the taste is very good, sweet and moist, close to the taste of peaches.It's just that the peaches in Taoyuan Village can't be released, and the output is not much, so they are all used internally, and those who have spare time will use their own share to exchange for things.
There is also a legend about the peaches in Taoyuan Village. It is said that there is a mountain in the east, and there is a peach tree in the mountain, which is the ancestor of this peach forest.The peaches from that peach tree are very delicious. They are big, sweet and full of water. One can fill you up.The peach tree is guarded by a group of monkeys. They will not stop you from picking peaches and eating them, but you must eat all the peaches you pick. If you get a little bit of peach stuck between your teeth, you will not be able to get out of the mountain.It will turn around in it, as if it has encountered a ghost hitting a wall.
When Chang Xile heard this legend, she also wanted to find out if it was true or not, but she never did.
"Always have to try. You can't watch the folks have nowhere to go. Let me go to the river with you tomorrow."
"Sure, although I haven't met the imperial envoy seriously, but in the small dialect, the imperial envoy is very easy to get along with. Don't look at our county getting money smoothly, it's not the case in other places, it all depends on the imperial envoy. .”
"Brother, can you find out who the imperial envoy is?"
Chang Xisheng shook his head, "I'm not very clear about this, but it seems that he has a lot of background. I think those officials are very respectful to him, and he is still so young. If he thinks it doesn't matter, he won't be able to challenge him."
Father Chang said: "I'm afraid this matter will be impossible. If you don't do it properly and you don't see the imperial envoy, you don't have to blame yourself. It's because the Qian family is not kind, and they just took the opportunity to deliberately play tricks, and it has nothing to do with us. "
Others also agreed one after another. Although Chang Xile is better now, she has given so many ideas to the family.But when they were first injured, the look of despair was still deeply imprinted in their hearts.It is also because he is afraid that he will take everything on himself, and if he can't do it, he will have to think about it.
"Don't worry, I know."
The next day, Chang Xile took Chang Yu to the construction site with Chang Xisheng and his party.Everyone was thinking not to let Chang Yu follow, after all, this was for business, if they really met an imperial envoy, it would be a bit inappropriate to follow such an ignorant person.But it's up to them to decide, Uncle Hu can't be fooled at all, and he won't be willing to leave Chang Xile for half a step.
Chang Xile didn't want to sneak away by herself, but instead caused trouble, so she took him with her.
Unexpectedly, Chang Yu, who was regarded as a burden, would actually help.
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