The Red Mansion Becomes Lin Daiyu

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It is said that Lin Ruhai started to practice under Lin Daiyu's guardianship when he saw the emperor's return that day. With the help of the elixir, he not only broke through the foundation building stage smoothly, but also made a jump, and reached the middle stage of consecration in one fell swoop. Both father and daughter were very happy .Lin Daiyu thought that it was probably because the true energy gathered in her father's body was already sufficient, and her state of mind had reached the advanced standard. The reason why she was hesitant to move forward was nothing but an opportunity. It's not surprising to advance leaps and bounds when the conditions are ripe, but I just have to tell my father to consolidate the realm.

Ever since she knew that her father was going to be an internal historian, Lin Daiyu had checked a lot of classics, and finally knew the official rank and responsibilities of the internal historian.It turns out that internal history is still a very important official position. Internal history, known as Zhongshu Ling in ancient times, is from Yipin, a prime minister, in charge of Zhongshu Province, making decisions on major national affairs, issuing edicts, and in charge of national government affairs.It can be seen from this that the emperor still trusts daddy very much. Although daddy's official position has been promoted to a higher level this time, he is also very busy.Fortunately, Daddy's body has been recuperated very well now, is Lin Daiyu really worried about letting it go?

There is only one month left in Dad's free time.In the future, a group of people will be assigned to be responsible for dad's breakfast. You must know that every morning there will be at least an hour or as many as several hours. If the meal is not good, it will be so uncomfortable!

Since the appointment has not been formally issued, the Lin residence has been very clean these days.Except for a few old friends who had made friends before and the third prince and the eighth prince came to visit, there was no one else.Most of the exchanges between officials are based on interests. Now that Lin Ruhai's appointment has not been issued, no one will come if he can't see the interests.In this regard, Lin Ruhai and Lin Daiyu were quite happy.

Except for visiting the Queen Mother with her father in the palace a few days ago, Lin Daiyu has been nestling in her yard these days.To say that the Lin family's mansion in the capital is not bad, it is much bigger than when it was in Yangzhou city.There are three courtyards in the backyard, which are Yuyuan, Xinyuan and Yayuan.Among them, the Jade Garden is the most exquisite. It is said that Lin Ruhai and his wife built it for their daughter when they were in the capital.Lin Daiyu lives in Yuyuan now, and Aunt Chen is arranged by Lin Daiyu to live in Xinyuan. Aunt Chen is an honest person, as long as she doesn't pick any troubles, Lin Daiyu doesn't mind taking care of her more, after all, she is a poor person.

At this moment, Lin Daiyu is checking the account books in the meeting hall. She has just moved into Lin's mansion and has to buy everything again. Lin Daiyu is now in charge of the house, so naturally she has to take care of it.

Just after reading the account book, someone from outside came to report to Jia's two mothers to say hello.Sure enough, Lin Daiyu knew that Jia's mansion would not be silent since Lin's mansion renovated the courtyard with great fanfare.Although my father told me to keep a distance from Jia's mansion, but after all, they are relatives, and I don't want to see them when they come here. Speaking out is a crime of disrespecting the elders.

"Take them to the living room and say I'll be there in a while." Lin Daiyu ordered, and she packed up and rushed to the living room.

Seeing the person coming, Lin Daiyu hastily saluted and said, "I have seen the two mothers."

The two mothers hurriedly returned the salute, repeatedly saying nothing.

"The two mothers are old people in the house, and Daiyu deserves this gift. Who are the two mothers?" Lin Daiyu asked.

"The old slave belongs to Zhou Rui's family, and she belongs to Wang Shanbao's family." One of the old women replied.

If I remember correctly, Zhou Rui's family is Mrs. Wang's companion, while Wang Shanbao's is Mrs. Xing's companion.Heh, the two aunts have sent people here all of a sudden, they really think highly of themselves!

"It turns out that the two mothers are serving my aunt, and Daiyu has disrespected her." Lin Daiyu said.

"Miss is serious. The old slave came to see Uncle Lin and Miss Lin at the order of the old lady and the second wife. Miss Lin just came to the capital. I don't know if there is something missing. If you need it, just ask. There are not enough people. Just say, it's all relatives who should help each other," Zhou Rui's family said.

"Yes, Miss Lin, the eldest wife also said that when you first came to the capital, you must buy things. There are a few good shops, and the eldest wife also buys things there. Do you want the old slave to recommend it for you? "Wang Shanbao's family also said.

"The two aunts are bothering you. Please go back and tell the old lady and aunt that the house has been tidied up and there is no need for anything else. If there is a need, I will definitely speak up." Lin Daiyu politely refused, nonsense, her two These aunts are all people who don't rush when they have nothing to do, so asking them to help isn't asking for trouble?

Although Lin Daiyu said so, Wang Shanbao's family was still unwilling to say: "Girl, don't be embarrassed to open your mouth. The eldest wife often buys things and has a good relationship with many shops. Before leaving, the eldest wife asked the old slave to tell the girl that if the girl wants to buy something You must open your mouth to make sure it is of good quality and low price.” The eldest wife ordered Miss Lin to buy from the shops she opened. Wang Shanbao’s family thought that the eldest wife had made money, and he, an errand runner, also had The advantage is not, so knowing that Daiyu doesn't like it, she still spares no effort in talking.

Uh, what's the situation, salesman?This Wang Shanbao's family is really just like her master, greedy for money!

"Thank you, Auntie, for your concern. Daiyu will speak up if necessary." Lin Daiyu said.Just after Wang Shanbao's resignation, he heard Zhou Rui's talk again.

"Miss Lin, the second wife gave orders before coming here. She was afraid that there would be insufficient manpower in the Lin residence, so she specially asked the old slave to bring a few maids and Xiaosi. Miss Lin, please arrange it!" These few people intervened and entered the Lin Mansion.

Well, this is even more extreme, directly using an orderly tone, Zhou Rui's family is also used to being domineering in Jia's mansion this week, but unfortunately, this approach is not feasible in Lin's mansion.

"Mama, please tell me. Thank you, Second Aunt, for your kindness. It's just that the Emperor advocates frugality. As an official of the court, Daddy should set an example. Now the mansion in the mansion is enough, so I don't dare to raise too many slaves. Mom went back and told Auntie Let me dismiss some servants as well, respond to the call of the imperial court!" Lin Daiyu said, if I want to drive a nail in, I will disgust you first before I speak!

Hearing what Lin Daiyu said about Zhou Rui's family, they could only shut their mouths resentfully, while Wang Shanbao's family gave Zhou Rui's family a provocative look, and said, "It's Miss Lin who has a high moral character, unlike some people!" Pointingly glanced at Zhou Rui's family.

"You!" Zhou Rui's family glared at her angrily, and then thought of Mrs. Wang's instructions before leaving, so they could only suppress the anger in their hearts and said to Lin Daiyu: "Master Lin came to Beijing to report on his duties this time. I wonder if the emperor has any appointments?" ?”

"Well, not yet, but I heard from my father that I want to take up a freelance job this time."

Hearing what Lin Daiyu said, the enthusiasm of Zhou Rui's family has obviously dropped a lot. What's the use of wanting to take up a casual job, and the uneasy mood because he didn't bring people into the Lin family has also relaxed a lot. Now that Mr. Lin is a The useless wife probably wouldn't blame her for this matter, but she still said on the face: "It's good to have a spare time, just take this time to take a good rest!"

"Yeah, Dad thinks so too."

"Then, Miss Lin, if there is nothing else, the old slave will leave first." Zhou Rui's family said.

Heh, I can't hold back anymore. I just heard that my father is going to take up an idle job without real power, and he is about to leave.With such lack of vision, even if Daddy is in a casual position, he is still a member of the imperial court. If he just said a word, his influence in the imperial court is much stronger than that of Jia's people!I don't know if they will be blinded when Dad's appointment is made.

"Alright, send my greetings to the old lady and the two aunts!" Lin Daiyu said, turning her head to tell Honglian: "Prepare a return gift for the two mothers."

"Two mothers, please follow me!" Honglian said.

After seeing off Zhou Rui's family and Wang Shanbao's family, Lin Daiyu finally breathed a sigh of relief, it was really tiring to deal with them!The so-called master must have his servants. From the performance of these two mothers, Lin Daiyu can imagine the personalities of Mrs. Wang and Mrs. Xing.Mrs. Wang is hypocritical, cruel, and extremely utilitarian. She only wants to insert nails into Lin's mansion, but she values ​​her father's power. She is quiet for the time being, but when her father's appointment is officially issued, she probably won't let it go. .

As for Mrs. Xing, she is really like what was written in the Dream of the Red Chamber, she is a money-grubbing person, and the first time she sends someone to promote the shop, Lin Daiyu doesn't believe that she will go through such a lot of trouble if she has no money.In the past, some people said that she was weak by nature, she only knew how to flatter Jia She, and that all affairs in the family were handled by Jia She, and that when money came in and out, once in her hands, she would embezzle money and greedily take money, it should be true.

After Zhou Rui's family and Wang Shanbao's family went back to Jia's mother, they each went to their masters to report the situation.

In the upper room of the main courtyard, Mrs. Wang asked casually with a rosary in her hand, "How is it?"

"Returning to Madam, no one sent it out, but the old slave found out that Uncle Lin will take up a spare time this time." Zhou Rui's family said.

Hearing this Mrs. Wang was stunned for a moment, then a smile appeared on her face, and she asked, "Is the news reliable?"

"It should be reliable, Miss Lin said it herself."

"Is that so, I thought Mrs. Lin was so lucky, but that's all. Fortunately, the old lady has been thinking about matching that girl from the Lin family with my Baoyu? Why is Mrs. Lin's position high and rich? I want to be an official with little real power. I heard that girl Lin has been in poor health since she was a child, and she looks short-lived. I don't want people to say that my Baoyu will be said to be a wife-restraint in the future. You say Said, in terms of wealth, who can compare to my sister's family, that is a serious imperial businessman, my sister's daughter Baochai is also born dignified and virtuous, and in good health, not a thousand times better than Miss Lin, she is worthy of me. Baoyu is just right. I don’t know what the old lady thinks, but she just decided on Miss Lin!" Madam Wang said.

"Yes, what Madam said is true, but the old slave thinks that Miss Lin has a good idea, and she seems to be in good health." Zhou Rui's family thought about it.

"Hmph, even if it is recuperated now, there is still a root cause of the disease, and it must be kept in a medicine jar. Have you seen Mrs. Lin?" Mrs. Wang asked again.

"I didn't see it. Mrs. Lin went to visit an old friend. Ma'am, Wang Shanbao's family sent by the eldest wife today kept recommending shops to Ms. Lin, but Ms. Lin rejected them all."

"Hmph, don't worry about her, you just think about those petty gains all day long, and treat others as fools, and don't even look at what day it is, they will mess things up!" Mrs. Wang said angrily.

Besides, in Mrs. Xing's room, Wang Shanbao's family member was saying: "The servant told Miss Lin about the store, but Miss Lin said that everything was bought and there is no need."

When Mrs. Xing heard that the matter was not completed, it meant that the money was wasted, and she said angrily: "What did you say, Mr. Lin just came to Beijing, how could he buy all the things so quickly? ,Incompetent bungler!"

Wang Shanbao's family hurriedly knelt down and pleaded guilty: "Madam, please calm down. Miss Lin said that she sent someone to take care of the house in the capital a month ago. Everything was prepared early in the morning. It's not that the slave didn't try her best!"

Mrs. Xing also considered that this was already the case, and it would be useless to say more, and she would still rely on Wang Shanbao's family to handle affairs in the future, so she restrained her anger and said, "Forget it this time, we must do things better next time, understand?"

"Yes, the slave will definitely handle things well in the future, ma'am. Today, the second wife wanted to send someone to the Lin mansion, but Miss Lin refused." Seeing that Mrs. Xing did not pursue the matter, Wang Shanbao's family went on to say.

Hearing this, Mrs. Xing's mood obviously improved: "Hehe, isn't it? She still thought she was so noble, because she had a daughter in her palace, and she swaggered in front of me all day long. She hasn't become a concubine yet. Just act like that, even the old lady gave her a high look! Now it's all right, it's not like you were refuted by a little girl! All right, you go down and continue to observe the movements over there, it will be for your benefit. "

Hearing Mrs. Xing's words, Wang Shanbao's family was busy and Xie En withdrew.