Farmer's Notes from Another World

Lin Xin and the others went back and forth to Zhao's house for only an hour or two before the mule was brought back.The Lin family originally had a mule, which was kept at Lin Xin's house.Lin Xin asked Lin Zheng to take the mules back, one for each family, so it would be more convenient to use.

Fang Zeng saw that something had happened, declined Lin Xin's meal, and took Fang Zhiyuan back.Although there are still two months to get married, the family affairs can't wait at all.Although the Fang family's house was new, Ahma Lin went there when it was built. Except for the necessities of life, they did not buy other furniture.

Now that they are getting married, Fang Zeng thought that Chen Mo was a brother in the town, and the house was too simple for him to live in, so he planned to make the house more comfortable.For example, lay some large bluestones on the ground, put some gauze curtains on the door, and arrange them.Fang Zhiyuan thought that he could lay some wooden boards in the room, anyway, it is next to the mountain, there are not many things, but the wood is the most.

Fang Zhiyuan told Fang Zeng that Fang Zeng really hadn't heard about this board.Think about laying wood on the ground, at least warmer than stone.Especially in winter, if you spread some linen and thick leather, it should be very warm.It doesn't matter in summer, they can make wooden boards that can be taken down, and they can be taken back at that time, and stones are also cool.

Fang Zeng agreed, and the matter was settled. Lin Xin and Lin Zheng brought a few people from the village who were close to Fang Zeng to help.In the past few days, the village has exploded. The news that Fang Zeng was going to marry the official's brother dropped a stone on the peaceful small village, causing ripples.

Everyone talked about it, and people who are good with Fang Zeng are more envious and less jealous; people who are like Fang Zeng feel a little sour in their hearts, lamenting Fang Zeng's good luck, and regretting that they are not so lucky Forget it.And some people are sour and jealous, wishing that this so-called official brother is a bad guy, and they say something must have happened to this Chen brother, otherwise how could he marry the country.

Of course, they can only say this in private, after all, the official status is still very intimidating to them.However, none of these affected Fang Zeng's mood of building a house. Fang Zhiyuan volunteered to be a designer, and took his uncle and carpenter and bricklayer busy.

And when shopkeeper Chen sent the person to measure the house, he said it specifically.The Chen family will deliver all the furniture in this room.They are all complete sets, and the Chen family also specifically asked Fang Zeng and Fang Zhiyuan what colors and taboos they like and dislike.Although it was a small matter, it showed the sincerity of the Chen family towards the Fang family.Fang Zeng was particularly satisfied with how much the Chen family attached importance to his nephew. He heard from shopkeeper Chen that this was specifically mentioned by the careful Chen Mo.

Fang Zhiyuan also felt that his uncle cared about people very much, and he was very good at doing things. The only thing he did was furniture, which not only pleased his uncle, but also won his favor.It's a must!Of course, he welcomes an uncle who is willing to treat him well from the bottom of his heart, and he doesn't abuse himself, so he doesn't have to make trouble with someone who treats him well.

When Liu Zhuang's mother heard that Fang Zeng was going to get married, she was worried for a while, fearing that if Fang Zeng married his elder brother and didn't like Fang Zhiyuan, he would be mischievous.But listening to the news from Liu Zhuang, Liu Ah Mo had to sigh, this party is really a blessing.It's not that he doesn't think much of Fang Zeng, but that getting married these days pays attention to being well-matched, and no matter how capable Fang Zeng is, he can only live on one-third of an acre of land in this village.It's incomparable with that serious official status.

Originally, Fang Zeng was very capable, Fang Zhiyuan was smart, his uncle and nephew earned money, although he didn't know the exact amount of money, but they had no backing.Ah Liu was afraid that they would be envied and hated if they were conspicuous.Now that Fang Zeng has such a solid background, I am afraid that if his shop or something is known in the future, other than jealousy, it will not be able to do anything bad.Even bringing Fang Zhiyuan along has a lot of benefits, Liu Ah is quite proud of her vision.He thought, now those families who have elder brothers who are waiting to marry must envy him to death.

Of course, Liu Ah was also afraid that people would look down on her family, after all, this was Fang Zhiyuan's uncle, and they might live together in the future.People will definitely take care of Fang Zeng's relatives and nephews, but not necessarily with their own children.So, knowing that the Fang family was building a house, he immediately packed Liu Zhuang to help the Fang family.Try to make a good impression on Fang Zhiyuan, who is also Liu Zhuang's future uncle.

Fang Zhiyuan was very happy, and led Liu Zhuang to think about making his house more beautiful every day.Sometimes, Fang Zhiyuan's ideas are too weird, others don't understand, but there is Liu Zhuang.He is stronger than a man, and his hands are dexterous. Fang Zhiyuan can come up with ideas, and Liu Zhuang can come up with ideas for him.

Grape trellises in the yard, stone tables and chairs, planted mosquito repellent plants and so on.Being teased by Fang Zhiyuan did have two meanings.In particular, Fang Zhiyuan discussed with his uncle to open a vegetable field behind them, surrounded by a bamboo fence, and planted some fruit trees on the periphery.After tidying up like this, the house is really beautiful.

Liu Zhuang looked at the wooden planks on the floor of Fang's house and thought they were good, especially when they were covered with three layers of sackcloth.In this way, it is not afraid that the house will be wet when it rains, and it is not as cold and slippery as Daqingshi.Liu Zhuang thought that his mother's waist was cold when she was young, and the house seemed cold in winter. It might be better if the floor was laid.

But at this time, he was here to help Fang's family with work, so he couldn't say anything about it. It's just that they looked at it when they were making the floor, and they were going to go back and do it themselves.Fang Zhiyuan was very concerned about Liu Zhuang. Liu Zhuang paid more attention to the floor, and he naturally understood Liu Zhuang's general thoughts in a flash.

Simply, taking advantage of the large number of people doing things this time, when he sent Liu Zhuang back, he went to measure Liu Amo and Liu Zhuang's house.Turning around, he told his uncle and helped him make the floor.I found a time and sent it over while Liu Zhuang was at home.Liu Zhuang saw that he didn't say anything, but he was very moved in his heart.Even Liu Ahmao is always proud of the husband she chose for her grandson.

It took a whole day for the two to be laid out carefully. In Liu Ama's house, not only three layers of linen were laid, but also a large bundle of animal furs were prepared to help Liu Ama cover it in winter.Seeing that Fang Zhiyuan and Liu Zhuang were exhausted from work, Liu Ahma showed all her strength in cooking.

During dinner, Fang Zhiyuan looked at a table of his favorite dishes and felt satisfied.After eating three full bowls, I went back with my stomach full.

It took Fang Zeng a month to tidy up the house, and he had to hold the banquet at home.Fortunately, the shopkeeper Chen is going to be Fang Zeng's elder now, and he is very concerned about his nephew's marriage.I discussed the menu and drinks with Fang Zeng early on, and agreed with him that he would send the best chef in the restaurant to Fang Zeng's house that day to prepare the table for him.

Fang Zeng got married, and Lin Cheng's family devoted themselves to it all day long.Fang Zhiyuan, the young man in everyone's eyes, naturally has nothing to do for him. He has nothing to do. After all, Chen Mo is going to marry his uncle, so he is his uncle.So, is he going to buy things for his uncle and uncle to congratulate them on their wedding?

After thinking about it, he asked Liu Zhuang and said, "Ah Zhuang, what do you think I should buy as a wedding gift for my uncle and uncle? I only have five taels of silver. If it is expensive, I can't afford it; if it is cheap, I can't afford it." No shot. What can I do? Ah Zhuang, give me some advice."

Liu Zhuang thought for a while and said, "Actually, it's better for you to give a gift to your uncle who likes it. My brother likes a lot of things, but I think it doesn't matter if it's expensive or cheap, you have to be careful. Shouldn't your uncle like it?" Will love it."

Fang Zhiyuan thought for a moment: Yes, the things Chen Mo saw at his mother's house must be better than what he can show.Rather than spending money to buy ordinary things, it is better to make one yourself, which can also express your sincere wishes.

So, Fang Zhiyuan began to use his brain.In the end, he drew twelve porcelain dolls and sent them to a small kiln in the town for burning bowls and pans.Only after two taels of silver was paid, the master was willing to burn it for him.But it was agreed that Fang Zhiyuan had to figure it out by himself.

So Fang Zhiyuan and Liu Zhuang learned how to knead clay embryos in the small kiln for half a month, fired two pots, and produced 24 porcelain dolls.Fang Zhiyuan selected a set of twelve finished products that were better, and gave the rest to Liu Zhuang.He had seen Liu Zhuang's liking for making porcelain dolls a long time ago, so he made an extra set.After burning, Fang Zhiyuan took out the small clothes that Liu Zhuang made for the porcelain doll, and the two of them put them on the porcelain doll one by one, and put them in a beautiful box, it was very beautiful.

Fang Zhiyuan looked quite satisfied, and for the rest, Fang Zhiyuan and Liu Zhuang also made clothes for them.However, it's not as particular as the set of gifts, but Liu Zhuang can do whatever he likes.Fang Zhiyuan looked at Liu Zhuang who was enjoying playing with the porcelain dolls, and sighed in his heart, no matter how tough Liu Zhuang's temper was, he still couldn't resist these cute creatures.

And three days before the marriage, the Chen family sent people to bring furniture, such as Qiangong bed, front table, red cabinet, bedside cabinet, clothes hangers, spring stool, toilet, children and grandchildren bucket, dressing table and so on.It looks like it is made of the same color of high-quality wood. It is the first time I have seen it in the countryside. It is very atmospheric and practical.And the Chen family even specially made a set of furniture for Fang Zhiyuan, and it was obvious from looking at it.When delivering the furniture, Lin Cheng's family brought a few elder brothers from the village who were preparing sugar tea for their wedding. After seeing the furniture, everyone was amazed by the stains, and they all lamented Fang Zeng's good fortune.

The day before the wedding, someone from the Chen family sent a dowry.In fact, for rural people, it would be great if they could accompany them with a few beds of cotton wool and some fabrics.Put more silver in the box at most.It can be loaded in a mule cart, and I will go to my husband's house with my married brother that day.

But the Chen family took the real way of dowry, and they actually married 36 dowry.When the dowry came, onlookers from the village surrounded the Fang family.Because the matter of furniture is ahead, people in the village are curious this time, what can the Chen family bring with them.Also show them what the official brother is really like.

The 36-carrying dowry of the Chen family included cloth, clothing, shoes, jewelry, etc., basically including the necessities of life.They carried them in a set of red-footed buckets and sent them to Fang's house.The onlookers were amazed, especially when someone knew that there were two shops and [-] mu of land in the dowry.People in the village really don't know if those cloth jewelry are worth money, they will not be ignorant of the goods.

But this shop costs at least 200 taels in the town, and this field costs 500 taels per mu, so the dowry for these two things is as much as 500 taels.It is not bad for a farmer's family to live on two taels of silver a year.This [-] taels is enough for others to live for many years.At this time, the villagers intuitively felt from the dowry that this official brother didn't just have the identity he talked about, but what he represented was real wealth and status.

In fact, according to Chen Mo's thinking, since he wants to marry into a farm family, he has to follow the Romans.Dowry and so on can be carried up to twenty, and there are not as many shops as two.But his eldest brother, Chen Yan, was unwilling to live or die. He thought that his younger brother was low-married, so he naturally wanted to make up for his younger brother in the dowry.

And Chen Ah's thoughts are even more like this. When she divorced the Yu family back then, the Yu family said that they had high vision and wanted to use her brother to climb high, which made his brother lose a lot of marriage and suffer a lot of grievances.Now that his brother is finally married, another moth came out of the Yu family, saying that their family wanted to swallow his dowry before marrying him to the countryside.He also said that fortunately his family married a brother with a rich dowry, so he didn't have to do back-selling business.

These words reached Chen Ah's ears, and naturally they also reached Chen Yan's ears.While tidying up Yu's house, he also prepared extra dowry for his younger brother so that the world could see what his Chen family was like.In fact, the Chen family is not a wealthy family.Although Chen Yan is an official, he can only take what he can, and never reaches out for those who can't.

Chen Yan was also righteous, he took a lot and used a lot, and there was actually not much left every year.Fortunately for the Chen family, they married a brother from a wealthy businessman's family as their husband.Chen Mo's elder brother and mother, the dowry alone amounted to seven or eight thousand silver.There are three or four shops, a Zhuangzi, and a big yard.These incomes alone are enough to cover the expenses of his elder brother and his family every year.

Therefore, half of the Chen family's property belongs to Chen Mo's elder brother and mother.Fortunately, Ah Chen wanted to marry Chen Mo to Yu's family earlier, thinking that Yu's family was a merchant and had brothers.Fearing that the second child of the Yu family would compete with Chen Mo for the dowry, he prepared it for him early.

And Chen Mo is now in his twenties, and his family's dowry is getting more and more.Therefore, in addition to the 300 taels of silver in the box, the dowry cost 800 taels.He spent most of Aunt Chen's private house, and Chen Mo had a very good relationship with his eldest brother, who also put 300 taels in his dowry.Of course, Chen Yan, the eldest brother, even emptied his private house, pooled 500 taels for Chen Mo, and told him not to put it in the dowry, but secretly kept it as a private house.

In fact, Chen Yan's eldest brother and mother knew that Chen Yan would give Chen Mo a private house.In his opinion, it is better for Chen Mo to use the money, and a man can live in peace only if he has no money.So, a few days ago, he specifically said how inconvenient and wronged it would be if a brother didn't have a private house.

And Chen Mo watched his family members busying themselves, and secretly said to himself; You see, you have so many family members who are kind to you, you will be able to live happily.