Lin Ji's struggling life

Lin Ji started to deal with the affairs of Pingliang. Liu Zhifu is a prudent person, and Liu Tongju is also reliable. There are no unjust, false or wrong cases in Pingliang under the cooperation of the two. Of course, the situation is stable and there is still a lot of room for development.After he was ready to deal with the trivial matters at hand, he went down to inspect and understand the people's livelihood and customs here.

But the capital city is full of blood and blood at this time, and Sibeile's work is progressing faster and faster. After two families were ransacked because they couldn't pay the owed money, everyone woke up. The emperor may have made up his mind about this matter.So every family knew each other very well, and they consciously cooperated with Sibeile.

This morning, the news announced during the early court once again became the topic of everyone's leisure time: the emperor hand-picked Chen Tingjing to join the Ministry of Rites, as Minister of Rites, and also as a scholar of Wenyuan Pavilion.And Gao Shiqi, as the most vocal person, still stayed in the Ministry of Rites and served as the Minister of the Ministry of Rites.Lin Ruhai also had rumors that he would be transferred, but there was no movement, and he was still in the official department.

Such a change made the Chen family very hot all of a sudden, but Gao Shiqi put it down after a slight loss.Earlier, he also found a little bit of the emperor's tone, but he didn't want to think about it. Now he is more worried about his granddaughter's marriage.

Mrs. Zhang was naturally concerned about this. If she was asked to tell her that there were no more children in the family, only Gao Qiao was the only one. Of course, he was looking for a son-in-law for her, which happened to keep her at home.

Gao Shiqi is currently looking for candidates, but unfortunately there has been no follow-up. After all, it is very difficult to find a suitable person in the capital.Among the families who are acquainted with Gao's family, there are few family members who are prosperous, so it is very difficult to get married.Most families have only one or two children, and it is difficult for one person to take care of two families.

And Gao Shiqi looked down on those who were reduced to relying on marrying a good wife to increase their status.According to his standards, it would be difficult to find a husband for Gao Qiao to marry off, let alone recruit a son-in-law.

After Lin Ji left, Gao Shiqi and Lin Ruhai walked around a lot. Today, after going to court, the two met in a restaurant.

"Brother Lin, it's better for you!" Gao Shiqi sighed: "Look, An Tai's daughter-in-law is here, and you will be able to have a grandson soon." To be honest, he and Lin Ruhai are not in the same generation. Gao Shiqi called uncle.But now that the two are officials in the same court, and Lin Ji has also worshiped Gao Shiqi as his teacher, the two no longer care about their seniority, and only call each other brothers.

Lin Ruhai poured him a glass of wine, "Brother Gao, you are not bad, the three children are all by your side, how happy they are. Unlike me, Antai is not a law-abiding person, and wants to run out every day." He seemed proud and Said like complaining.

Gao Shiqi naturally knew what he was thinking, and he felt a little helpless towards his apprentice.But today he didn't come to chat with Lin Ruhai about Lin Ji, he wanted to ask Lin Ruhai for advice.

"Now I am also very troubled. You know that my three children are not at ease. Now I only have a good grandson, Gao Qiao, and a girl under my knees. Really..." He didn't know how to speak, "This time After looking for Brother Lin, I also want you to help her find a good family." Gao Qiao is now fourteen, and she has an engagement, and they will be married next year.

As for the candidates, of course he wants to cast a wide net and keep his eyes open.

Lin Ruhai stroked his beard and thought for a while.In fact, he already knew Gao Shiqi's plan, and he thought of a candidate from the very beginning. Speaking of which, the other party had a lot to do with Gao Shiqi. "I have someone to choose. If brother Gao is interested, I can ask for you." He and Xu Mengxiu have been in correspondence with each other, so it is not difficult to mention it.

"Oh?!" Gao Shiqi became excited when he heard it, "I don't know what Brother Lin is referring to?"

"Well, it's Antai's friend, your disciple, Xu Mengran." After Lin Ruhai finished speaking, he saw Gao Shiqi's frown tightly, and he could only express his own considerations: "I also know this child. He has a stable temper. He is also smart. Besides, he is your beloved disciple, and he will treat Gao Qiao well just because of this. Speaking of this child, it will be a big deal for Gao Qiao to give birth to two more children in the future, and adopt one to the Gao family. "

Gao Shiqi knew Xu Mengran very well, and liked this disciple quite a lot.But as a disciple, I like it, but as a grandson-in-law, I am still a little dissatisfied.That kid has a left-handed temperament, and if he can't do it right, he might not be married but have an enemy.

"Of course, if it's Mengran, then we can't let him marry." Gao Shiqi also agreed, and he nodded, "Brother Lin, you are more considerate."

"It just happened that he and An Tai wrote a letter about his marriage, and then I remembered it. If Gao Qiao is married to him, it will not be difficult for him to have a child named Gao in the future." Lin Ruhai said: "Actually, Brother Gao, just say something I'm not afraid that you will blame him, this man who is married has ulterior motives or is weak and unreliable, I am afraid that Gao Qiao will not live well in the future." Although Gao Shiqi is standing behind him, Gao Shiqi will always grow old, if his official career is in the middle Another ups and downs, this is no joke.

Lin Ruhai's words really touched Gao Shiqi's heart, he thought carefully, and nodded, "Then brother Lau Lin will make inquiries on his behalf."

In fact, it is best for Lin Ruhai to come forward. Lin Ji grew up in Xu's parents, and Lin Ruhai and Xu Mengxiu are friends again.Xu Mengran was more than respectful to Lin Ruhai, he came to ask, his identity was appropriate, and it would not make people feel threatened, it would only be an elder questioning a younger generation.

Gao Shiqi was also very annoyed by this matter, Gao Qiao has a strong temper, it was not easy to find a suitable candidate.Among his disciples, there are few suitable candidates.Now it's hard to catch one, of course you have to take good care of it.

Regardless of Xu Mengran's reaction, Gao Qiao agreed with it.She had met Xu Mengran and knew that he and Lin Ji had a good relationship, so she didn't have much thought about getting married.Now that the Gao family is thin, she may have to contribute some effort to this in the future, and it is very important to find a suitable candidate.

The days passed quickly, today was Daiyu's birthday, and Mrs. Jia specially took her to Jia's residence.Zarafon'a's reaction to morning sickness was very violent, and she didn't care about her, but Lin Ruhai wanted to have a meal with her daughter. Seeing that Mrs. Jia insisted, she couldn't refuse.

On the second day of February, Lin Daiyu brought Qingqing to Jia's mansion.In the old lady's yard, the stage had been set up long ago, and when Lin Daiyu came in, there were already a crowd of people sitting at a table.

The old lady beckoned her to sit there, Lin Daiyu took Qingqing to the seat, and Jia Baoyu and Jia Baoyu sandwiched the old lady between them.Looking at the crowd of people, Mrs. Jia was smiling. She was getting older and happy to get together and not happy to part. She was happiest when seeing these children by her side.

"It's been a long time since Yu'er came to visit our ancestors, so let's punish our ancestors with a cup first." Lin Daiyu picked up the fruit wine on the table and drank it down, cuddling up next to Mrs. Jia and coquettishly: "The ancestors can't blame me!"

Mrs. Jia stroked her, and said cheerfully: "No wonder, no wonder, I know you are busy, and I am happy to see you so capable. You are like your mother, and she was like that back then!" Lovingly touched Lin Daiyu hair, "You should pay more attention to yourself, and ask for advice if you don't understand, you know?"

"Well, I understand."

Xiangyun picked up the wine glass and said in a loud voice: "Today is Sister Lin's birthday, we should toast her. I wish my sister good health and every year like today!" After speaking, he clinked glasses with Lin Daiyu. Jia Baoyu also picked up the wine glass and toasted Lin Daiyu. For a while, the dinner table was very lively.

Xue Baochai also toasted her with a smile. After drinking a few glasses, Lin Daiyu's little face was flushed.After having a lively meal, I followed the big team to the Grand View Garden.It turned out that Concubine Xiande issued an order from the palace to everyone in the Jia family, asking the sisters in the family to move into the Grand View Garden.Under the activities of Jia Baoyu and Xue Baochai, there is now a poetry society established in Jia's mansion, and Xiangyun is also a member of it.

Lin Daiyu wasn't very interested, she just watched them play, and accompanied Xichun to talk to Qingqing.Sanchun may not have been to Lin's family for a long time, and now the family's finances are tight, and Wang Xifeng is very busy.Sanchun is now following her as a housekeeper, so she naturally knows something about it.

Everyone was laughing and making noises, and the afternoon passed quickly.Mother Jia wanted to stay Lin Daiyu in Jia's house for a few days, but she declined.

"The old ancestor kept me, so he dared not refuse, but now my sister-in-law is pregnant and she is suffering from morning sickness, and there is only my father left in the family. It is difficult to take on the big responsibility. I still need to go back and take care of the housework. In the future, I will visit the old ancestor regularly. Please forgive me." Lin Daiyu also felt guilty, her grandmother treated her well, when she lived in Jia's house, she often gave her this and that, even when she returned to the Lin family, she did not forget her portion.

Old lady Jia took Daiyu's hand and rubbed it, "Okay, I know you're busy." She actually understood that when the child grows up, he will go back to his own home.

"Sister Lin, why don't you just stay here, the old lady hasn't seen you for a long time. There are many servants at home, and your sister-in-law will always be taken care of." Xue Baochai followed suit, and she grabbed Jia Baoyu who was about to speak, and spoke for him.

"This?" Speaking of this, Lin Daiyu didn't know how to refuse.Just as she was organizing her words, Qingqing who was standing next to her said, "No, my sister wants to go home with me! I have already told my sister-in-law that I will go back to accompany her and my eldest nephew."

The childish words were extremely touching, but Mother Jia still compromised.

When Lin Daiyu was about to leave the door, she bumped into Wang Xifeng who came back from the outside, holding a thick stack of bills in her hand, and hurried to Mrs. Wang's yard without even having time to say hello.Lin Daiyu was a little strange, but she didn't pay attention. It was getting late, so she took Qingqing into the carriage and rushed to Lin's house.

At this time, Lin Ji's first cart of gifts just arrived at the pier and was heading towards the Lin family.