Daiyu of the Red Chamber raised a cat

Zheng Tongzhi will be an official in Yangzhou for three years, and he will report to the capital as usual.He has a good official reputation in Yangzhou, and his mentor is a famous Confucianist. He has many old friends and has some connections in the official department. It is said that he is likely to be promoted this time.

More than two months in advance, the Zheng family began to organize their luggage, buy boats and earthenware, and prepare for the trip.

Zheng Lihua didn't care whether Daiyu needed it or not, and brought all the big things she couldn't take away to the Lin Mansion, such as screens, dressing tables, enamel basins with wire, and many clay figurines, windmills, etc. Gadgets are all given to Daiyu.Said that these things are her usual precious things. Her mother said that it was a long way to go to the capital, and she could only pick up light bags, so she only gave her three boxes and cages for her daily clothes except hair, jewelry, soft goods and so on. Don't take any of the gadgets you play with.She was not willing to give these away to others casually, and only Daiyu was the best with her in Yangzhou City, so she had to give them all.

He also said that his family lived in the Yamen's house, not his own property, and these things could not be taken away, so he didn't know who would be cheaper.It would be fine if that person cherishes utensils, if not, wouldn't it be a waste of nothing?

Daiyu didn't want her to miss her things when she was gone, so she had to pick up the broken ones.It's not appropriate to say that, although the Zheng family's family background is not high, but as the only prostitute of Master Tongzhi, Zheng Lihua's things are not bad, on the contrary they are very delicate.Although those windmills, clay figurines and other toys are not worth much, they are all exquisitely made, so it is good to put them away and play with them from time to time.

"Sister Lin, I really miss you!" Holding Daiyu's hand, Zheng Lihua said with sincerity, "It's been hard for me to make such a close friend like you, and I don't want to just be separated from you like this. I just got acquainted in Yangzhou, and I don’t know where my father will be sent this time.” Her worried glasses and eyebrows were almost huddled together, “Staying in one place for a few years, wandering and wandering, really makes people feel broken.”

Daiyu comforted her: "Don't think so, you will meet new friends when you go to a new place."

"But are they as good as you?" Zheng Lihua puffed her face.

Daiyu laughed, "That's a child's talk." Pulling Zheng Lihua's hand, she said earnestly, "There are many good women in the world, and I'm not the only one. You're still young, and you'll understand when you grow up."

"Ok, ok, ok," Zheng Lihua shook her head in a broken state, "You all say that, and you are all right."

As for who you are referring to, you can guess without asking Daiyu, it is nothing more than Master Tongzhi and his wife.Sometimes she thinks it's good to be silly. For example, Zheng Lihua is ignorant of everything, she doesn't know what to ask, and she doesn't need to use her brain when encountering any troubles. Her parents and brothers take care of her.However, this is not worth advocating. Flowers grown in a greenhouse cannot withstand the wind and frost outside.The pampered and pampered Miss Jiao will always get married one day, unless it is the princess of the Tian family, no one dares to give them anger.

Zheng Lihua's temperament, if she doesn't change, she will definitely suffer when she marries in the future.

Looking for an opportunity, Daiyu tactfully reminded Mrs. Tongzhi.The other party was very moved, and took Daiyu's hand, her eyes were covered with mist, and she almost shed tears, "Good girl, it's a blessing for us Hua'er to have you as a best friend in several lifetimes. Normally I Although I feel that this girl is too honest and has no calculations, but I can't bear to discipline her. I always feel that she is still young, and it will be fine if she is two years later, but I don't want to delay it for a year and a year, and I can't bear it. Even you You can see that, if this goes on like this, she will be harmed!"

The tears finally fell, "This girl is also a life-stricken girl. When she was six years old, in the winter, she suddenly fell into the icy and snowy rockery pool. Fortunately, a maid passed by and saw it, and she yelled in fright. She screamed so loudly that she was rescued. But since then, she has been seriously ill and gradually recovered after more than half a year. I only have such a daughter. That's why I developed such a personality. I also know that she will suffer when she goes to her in-law's house like this. Every time she finishes talking about strict discipline, the master will feel sorry for her, and her brothers will also feel sorry for her..."

Lin Daiyu also heard about Zheng Lihua's incident about falling into the water, and it seemed to be related to a concubine of Mr. Zheng, and then that concubine was sent out.

"Sister Zheng is lucky to have you love her." Daiyu said this sincerely. Most parents love their sons more than their daughters. If Zheng Lihua has parents and elders to protect her, is it luck or something?

On the way back, Zijuan asked Daiyu: "Girl, you don't want Miss Zheng, do you?"

"Huh?" Turning her head to look at Zijuan, Daiyu frowned slightly, as if she was a little bit reluctant.As long as people get along for a long time and have the same temper, they will always have some feelings, such as Zijuan, Xueyan, Hui'er, etc. Although they are maids, they have feelings after being with Daiyu for a long time.If a person wants to leave suddenly, he will be a little reluctant. This is human nature. If there is no such thing, wouldn't it be a cold-blooded animal?Thinking about it, I couldn't help but smiled, "These ladies in Yangzhou City, I am only familiar with her."

Zijuan smiled and said: "Miss Zheng is the best person to get along with, and she never bosses me around when I ask these maids."

Xueyan also said: "Yes, we are also reluctant."

Daiyu smiled: "Don't be sad. Look at you, you're talking like you won't be able to see each other again."

Although she has a heart of reluctance, she is not sad.For one thing, it's not about leaving immediately, it will be more than a month later.One month is not long, but when I think about it, it doesn't seem to be short either. I always feel that there are still many days to get together, and I don't feel the rush of parting.Second, Zheng Tong knew that it would take him a month or two to go to the capital to report on his work. When he arrived in the capital, he would report to the Ministry of Officials, inspect his political achievements, and take various school examinations. It would take at least half a year.Daiyu occasionally heard from Lin Ruhai that it could take a few months at the earliest, or half a year at the earliest, the Holy Majesty will order him and Zhou Hang to go to Beijing, and they will meet in the capital at that time.

It's just that this matter is confidential, if it is not disclosed, she will not tell anyone.

For the next month or so, Zheng Lihua went to the Lin Mansion every now and then, and the last time she complained angrily, saying that her good life was coming to an end, and her mother found a very strict nun for her in the capital. It is said that he came out of the palace, and he agreed to it after spending a lot of money and entrusting a lot of connections.These are what she overheard her mother talking to her father.

"There should be a strict teaching to guide the nanny to take care of you. Otherwise, when you marry someone in the future, your in-law's family will indulge you like your father and mother?"

Zheng Lihua stamped her feet in boredom, "Sister Lin, what are you talking about!"

"Are you ashamed now?" Daiyu smiled and took her hand, "I don't know who was looking for a husband like your brother."

Zheng Lihua blushed with embarrassment, "Oh, you can make fun of other people's jokes!"

If Zhou Hang was by his side, he must feel familiar with ancient people. This little girl who is only eleven or twelve years old has already started talking about what her future husband will be like.

When Zheng Lihua left, Daiyu went to see him off.Zheng Lihua took Daiyu's hand, wept like tears, and muttered: "Sister Lin, I will miss you, don't forget me. By the way, wait for me to write to you!"

"Okay, I'll wait!" Daiyu put her arms around Zheng Lihua's shoulders, handed her over to Mrs. Zheng, said some precious words, and watched the Zheng family's convoy leave before turning around and getting into the car.

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The appointment document of the Ministry of Officials has been issued, and the name of the new colleague is Wang Yi, whose name is Youzhi.Speaking of this person, he has some relationship with Lin Ruhai.His father, Wang Ying, and Lin Ruhai were in the same subject. At that time, Lin Ruhai entered the Imperial Academy as an editor in high school, and Wang Ying was also selected to be a scholar in the Imperial Academy because of his proficiency in literature.The Imperial Academy was a leisurely yamen. Apart from drafting edicts or explaining scriptures to the emperor and princes, the daily life was just reading, playing chess, drinking and chatting.

Being in the same age, they already had a natural connection, and they both worked in the Imperial Academy, so their friendship is naturally deeper than others.Although Wang Ying was much older than Lin Ruhai, the two got along quite well, and often made appointments to study and play chess or go outing in the green together.Later, both of them let go of their foreign assignments, and gradually contacted less and less.

This Wang Yi has a rare talent and reputation. He was a Jinshi at the age of 26, and now he has just reached his thirties.

When Wang Yi came to Yangzhou, he didn't go to the yamen to report, but went to the Lin's mansion to post a greeting card.

At that time, the yamen was closed and Lin Ruhai had not yet returned to the mansion. The servants told the truth, so Wang Yi had no choice but to go back to the mansion and prepare to come back tomorrow.Unexpectedly, as soon as he went out, he was about to get on his horse when he suddenly saw a group of people coming towards him. In the front were seven or eight horses with crotch looking at the mighty and extraordinary guards, and behind them were a few servants surrounded by a canopy. carriage.

All the gatekeepers of Lin's residence could be heard shouting in unison: "Master is back!"

"Quick, open the door!"

"You, let's just say you, still standing still, looking for a beating, go and tell the inside, the master and Mr. Zhou are back!"

Wang Yi was still standing at the gate of the Lin Mansion, and the concierge seemed to have forgotten about this guest who came to visit his master.As an envoy to transport salt from the Huaihe River to the Huaihe River, it would not be an exaggeration to describe it as a busy traffic, not to mention breaking the threshold of the Lin Mansion.Everyone wants to see the Lord, but Lin Ruhai is alone, how can he meet him?Some have been here many times, and many have never seen each other. The concierge has long since taken the blame.

Wang Yi moved aside knowingly so as not to get in the way.Although he was a little annoyed by the concierge's attitude, he also knew that it was inevitable for officials and rich families.The door of the mansion was wide open, and a group of people surrounded the carriage and walked in. Wang Yi stared at the carriage and horses for a while.

Lin Ruhai glanced out through the screen window, and happened to see Wang Yi, and saw that he was well-dressed and well-mannered, and there were two servants behind him, who looked familiar, so he couldn't help but frowned and thought about it, but couldn't remember. Where have I seen it.Reminiscent of the way he was standing at the door, and after a little thought, he knew that this person must be looking for someone in the Lin residence.

Thinking about it, he opened the curtain and asked.

The man went up to pay a visit, and he was not called an adult, but only Shibo.Lin Ruhai stared at it for a long time, then suddenly said "Oh", recalling the past, "But brother Zhuo Ran's son?" Zhuo Ran is Wang Ying's name.