Across the Red Mansion: Qingwen Upgrade Road

Seeing that it was time for dinner, Qingwen packed up the winter clothes for Fu Jing, went out and recruited a pleasing little girl over, "Do you know who I am?" The little girl nodded happily, "Of course I do, I am most envious of Sister Qingwen's embroidery work." "That's good, you take the ten big money, it's my errand fee. You go to Dongjiaomen's servant's room to find my brother, just say you are looking for Brother Fu Just hand it over to my elder brother, and don't lose it. If it's done well, I'll think of you if something good happens in the future." The little maid nodded cheerfully, and took the burden away.

Qingwen ate dinner in her room, a small bowl of braised eggplant, a small dish of garlic lettuce, and a bowl of white rice.Just thinking about walking around in the small courtyard, the little maid who delivered things came back, "Sister Qingwen, this is a letter from your brother, so that I can send you a sentence and ask my sister if today's dim sum is to your liking." .If the food is good, I'll have someone bring it in some other day. And the uncle even gave me ten cents." Qingwen looked at the happy look of the little girl and thought it was very cute.Squeezing the little girl's fleshless face, "What's your name? Why do you work in this mansion?" "My name is Zhao Xiaohua, and I'm seven years old. There are many siblings in my family, and my parents can't afford to support them. People, just send me here for a few years, so as to reduce the burden."

Qingwen touched Xiaohua's small nose, "Well, I didn't expect her to be filial. How long have you been here? Where is she serving now?" Half hanging money." Qingwen thought for a while, "Since it's good, you should take good care of it. There is nothing to spend in this mansion, and you can save a lot of money in a year. When the time comes, you can improve your life. Didn't you just say Do you like embroidery? Come to me when you have time, and I will teach you with all my heart." The joke thanked me overjoyed: "That would be great, thank you sister. Can you teach me today? I will take one day off every five days. I happen to be free today."

Looking at Xiao Hua's eager eyes, she nodded with a smile, "Come in. I'm fine, so I'll teach you." The two little girls gathered together happily to discuss how to embroider.This is what Yuanyang saw when he came back. Putting aside the embarrassment in his heart, he said gently: "Is this a master? It can be regarded as a little apprentice." Qingwen raised her head and smiled at Yuanyang, "I'm back, hurry up Take a rest, I still have a few stitches left to finish teaching." Yuanyang sat by the side eating the fruit as she said, her eyes flickering and she didn't know what to think. "Well, well, that's all for today. You go back and think about it. Practice if you have nothing to do. Just come when you have free time. You are the first apprentice I teach. As long as you put your heart into it, I will definitely teach you. "Xiaohua left like a baby with a cotton cloth embroidered with half a flower.Only then did Qingwen have time to talk to Yuanyang: "Winter is only a month away, why are you still wearing so little?" Yuanyang smiled at Qingwen and said, "It's okay, I'm suffering from heat, so it's just right to wear this. I met you today. Your brother, ask me to bring you some snacks. I happened to meet a lovable girl who liked the snacks your brother gave you. I gave it to her when I was happy, but now I regret it. I know I made a mistake, so I will give you You apologize, you can beat or scold me, as long as you don't blame me."

Qingwen thought that Yuanyang would just ignore it, but she was really a smart person. No wonder Jia's mother handed over her private house to her in the original novel. "Sister, this is just a stranger. It's not a rare thing. If you give it, you will give it. You told me bluntly, which shows that you are considerate. If I get angry with you because of such a trivial matter, don't you want others to tell me?" Am I stingy? You can rest assured."

Yuanyang apologized to Qingwen with a guilty face, but when she was lying on the bed, she was full of thoughts. "Qingwen is really thoughtful, and it's a good thing that she left in a few years. Otherwise, it would be bad if she entered Baoyu's room and became an aunt." Qingwen didn't expect that she didn't go to Jia Baoyu. Being around because she was hired, the old lady worried that Baoyu would get used to the work she did, and it would be bad if she left by herself in the future.The reason why Qingwen stayed with Jia Baoyu in the original book was probably because Qingwen didn't have much contact with her cousin and had nothing to rely on. Promise, hello, hello, hello, everyone.Now Qingwen not only has an older brother to rely on, but she usually has no pursuits. The old lady can't grasp Qingwen's weakness, so naturally she refuses to let someone who is worried serve Baoyu.

Recently, everyone in the Rongguo Mansion knew that Lin Daiyu was coming to live temporarily, and that Jia Lian was going to marry Wang Xifeng.The whole house was busy going around, and Qingwen also followed the crowd to do some needlework, but there were some purses, pillowcases, bed sheets, etc., which looked like a lot, but they were actually very easy to do.But a girl who can't be lazy is not a good girl, and Qingwen is not in charge, just do her share, it looks like she is busy but it is actually very easy.When I see Mrs. Xing occasionally, I can only feel that this woman is really pitiful.He doesn't have a child of his own, and he wants to be the housekeeper.In the end, I didn't get anything, and now there is another powerful daughter-in-law who wants to come in, and then I will suffer.Because of Zhao Xiaohua and Qingwen learning needlework, plus there are many maids in the house, there are not many of them.So Mammy Liu simply sent Zhao Xiaohua to Qingwen to help with some simple tasks, and when the time comes to complete the task ahead of time, she can get more rewards.

When no one was around, Qingwen would tell Xiaohua some jokes and animations from her previous life, and Xiaohua simply couldn't think of leaving.The sun was shining brightly this day, and the Chinese New Year was only a few days away, and all the embroidery needed for the wedding was finished.The old lady was very happy, and each of them got an extra two taels of silver as a reward, most of which were silver coins with wealth and safety printed on them.Xiaohua's parents lived in Wuliu Village on the outskirts of Beijing, and took advantage of the New Year's Eve to go to the city to buy some New Year's goods, and then visit their little girl.Early in the morning, Xiaohua packed up the money she had saved and the inexhaustible cloth she had been rewarded with, and happily went to Dongjiaomen to meet her family.Qingwen also gave Xiaohua a piece of navy blue cotton cloth, which is finely knitted and perfect for making winter clothes in winter.

When Xiaohua appeared outside the east corner gate with a big burden, Zhao Dafu and his wife, who were waiting to see their daughter, were stunned, along with their two younger brothers, Daquan and Erquan.Erquan was only three years old this year, and it was when he was naughty and cute. When he saw his sister, whom he hadn’t seen for a long time, he jumped to break away from his mother’s hand, ran up to Xiaohua on his short legs, and said stickily, “Sister, go Where is it? Why haven't you been home for so long? I miss you so much." Xiaohua was very happy to see her long-lost family.Rubbing the corners of his reddened eyes, he handed the bundle in his hand to Dad to keep it. "Father and mother, this is rewarded by the masters of the mansion. I don't need it. You take it back to supplement the family. There is also this purse, which is the money I have saved during this period. I have nothing to spend in the mansion. You can give it to your younger brothers and sisters." Buy some food and nourish your body."

Xiaohua's mother, Qian Shi, held Xiaohua's little hand tightly with tears in her eyes. She felt that her daughter seemed to have grown some flesh, and said in a crying voice: "Xiaohua, mother's Xiaohua, I can see you. I will spend my time here. Are you doing well? Did someone bully you?" Xiaohua didn't expect that her always tough mother would shed tears, and the trace of grievance in her heart disappeared.Patting my mother's rough and chapped hands, the warm and thick feeling always makes people feel at ease. "Mother, it's nothing. I've had a good life. I've also learned embroidery from sister Qingwen. Now I can embroider lotus flowers. When I go home, even my embroidery skills are enough to support my family."

Zhao Dafu didn't expect his daughter to have a future, "Since he taught you, you should study hard and respect her. You don't have to worry about the family. My mother, give Xiaohua the money, and save some money for the state." It's always good." Qian Shi immediately put the purse into Xiao Hua's hands, and Xiao Hua said with a smile: "Father and Mother, you can take it, I still have some big money left, it's not safe to keep it around." Waving at his older brother who was eagerly watching, Da Daquan ran to his sister with bright eyes, holding her hand with his younger brother, his face flushed with excitement.

Xiaohua held her elder brother's hand tightly, and said to her parents seriously: "I want to send my elder brother to school. I don't ask him to get a good reputation. It's good to know some words. I won't be afraid of being betrayed when I go out to work in the future." Besides, I heard from Sister Qingwen that the imperial court rewards those who pass the examination as scholars to be exempted from the tax on [-] acres of land. Dad, think about it, if we don’t have to pay taxes, our family doesn’t have to worry about being hungry, and we can still have some The rest. I am saving some money, of course it is for the younger brother to learn a trick. Parents, what do you think?"

Zhao Dafu and Qian Shi were stunned by these words, and when they came back to their senses, they felt that they really belonged to a rich family, and that this crazy girl in her family has only been in for a few days, and she has such insight.Zhao Dafu said excitedly: "That's right, Xiao Hua is right. Just let Daquan go to the school, even if you can't pass the exam as a scholar, it's better to be a steward than to farm. Hua, take care of yourself, your parents are your parents." Even if you die of exhaustion, you will also study for your elder brother, not only Daquan, but Erquan will also go to Erquan in a few years, and our family will also have a scholar."

Seeing his old man's happy look, Qian felt proud.Look, this is my own daughter, who in the village has such insight.Xiaohua picked up Erquan and patted Daquan on the head, "Brother, you have to study hard, and my sister will rely on you in the future. If you don't study hard, my sister will slap you mercilessly." She raised her little palm, Daquan shrank his neck in fright, and nodded hastily.While the family was talking, a little maid came out of the door with two packs of snacks in her hand. Seeing the family in the corner, she hurriedly shouted, "Xiaohua, Sister Qingwen asked me to bring you something."

When he came to the front while speaking, he generously greeted Zhao Dafu and Qian Shi, and then put the snack in Qian Shi's hand. "Ma'am, this is from sister Qingwen to your children. Sister Qingwen only knew that Xiaohua's younger brother was here, and she had nothing to give, so she sent me the new dim sum. He said that if Uncle Zhao didn’t dislike it, he could just accept it. During this period of time, please trouble Xiaohua to talk with me, and I have to express it no matter what.”

Zhao Dafu and Qian quickly thanked them.After the little girl left, Xiaohua remembered the piece of cotton cloth in the bundle. "Mother, there is a piece of navy blue cotton cloth in the bundle, which was also given by sister Qingwen to make winter clothes for you. Don't be reluctant to make new clothes for your younger brothers and sisters, and your parents will also make a set for our family to have a good time." It’s a brand new New Year. Besides, my brother will have to wear clean clothes when he goes to school, not looking for the best, but no patches are necessary.”

Mrs. Qian nodded and said: "Understood, our family will get better and better in the future. I heard you keep talking about Miss Qingwen, so it can be seen that you are sincere to you. If there is anything you can do in the future, you must do your best." Zhao Dafu also said "I see that Miss Qingwen is very knowledgeable. If you encounter any difficulties in the future, you can ask her more. It should be beneficial to you." Xiaohua responded one by one, reluctantly said goodbye to her family, and turned to enter the door. At that time, I heard my younger brother crying.With red eyes, she ran in the door and cried for a while, feeling relieved, and brought the sweet dates from home to Qingwen's room.Ao couldn't agree with Xiaohua's request, so Qingwen accepted it without mentioning it.

After the prosperous Spring Festival, Wang Xifeng entered the gate of Jia's house accompanied by the sound of ticking suona.Qingwen only came to the scene when the money was distributed, got two pairs of golden nudes, and went back to her room cheerfully.Because Qingwen is more homely and never walks outside when she has nothing to do, Jia Baoyu has not seen her a few times.Qingwen didn't want to be seen by Jia Baoyu as serving him. Such a wretched person was disgusting even if he was good-looking.Let me ask you, but I have a cleanliness disorder both physically and mentally, and I don't like Jia Baoyu at all.

It was only two months after Wang Xifeng married into Jia's family, Mrs. Wang asked the old lady to let Wang Xifeng help the housekeeper, and the old lady was coaxed by Wang Xifeng and smiled, and she agreed.Mrs. Xing just put on a face, smashed the veil and didn't mention it.It's just that Lian's second grandma is now in charge of distributing the monthly money of the servants. If the warehouse is moved, she has to report to Mrs. Wang.However, this month's money is also a big deal. Whoever is fined for the month's money and how long the fine is is flexible.In the past two months since she took office, Second Grandma Lian has ruthlessly slapped the servants in the mansion, earning her the title of "Phoenix Hot Pepper".

In June, when a hundred flowers bloom, Lin Daiyu came to the capital.Qingwen was told early in the morning to dress up and go to the old lady's room to wait on her.At about nine o'clock in the morning, when she heard "Miss Lin has arrived" outside, Jia's mother got up in a hurry, and Yuanyang and Zhenzhu walked out of the hanging flower door.Qingwen stood under the veranda, tiptoed slightly, and saw the legendary sister Lin through the crowd.

Well, Qingwen promises that Lin Daiyu is the most beautiful girl she has ever seen.Although she is only six years old, she has an inexplicably graceful figure and graceful eyes.With her head down, Qingwen followed the crowd into the door, and found an inconspicuous corner to stay where she could see Lin Daiyu.When the old lady was hugging Lin Daiyu and talking about the ginseng nourishing pills, she said, "I am late, I have never greeted a distant guest", and saw a group of daughters-in-law and maids coming in from the back room with a beautiful woman in their arms.Wang Xifeng is dressed very eye-catchingly today, with colorful embroidery, like a concubine or fairy.He wears a gold silk bun with eight treasures and pearls on his head, a beaded hairpin tied with five phoenixes hanging from the rising sun, a red gold plate with chi tassels on his neck, and a narrow jacket of gold and a hundred butterflies wearing red clouds and satin with flowers, and a five-color engraved stone blue and silver coat. Rat coat, under the emerald flower crepe skirt.A pair of red and phoenix triangular eyes, two curved willow-leaf eyebrows, slender, coquettish physique, full of spring power on the face, red lips before smiling.

The old lady pointed at Wang Xifeng and said with a smile: "This is Lian's daughter-in-law, the most pungent, you can just call her Feng Lazi." Seeing Lin Daiyu's eyes flashing with doubts, Qingwen looked at Wang Xifeng with embarrassment, presumably she didn't know How to call it.Wang Xifeng took Daiyu's hand enthusiastically, "Sister, just call me sister-in-law. There are such beautiful people in the world! I just saw it today! Look at this whole body, it doesn't look like the granddaughter of the ancestors, It's like the granddaughter of a direct relative, and I can't blame my ancestors for being unable to let go of it every day. I just pity my sister for being so miserable, why my aunt passed away!" He wiped his tears with a handkerchief.Jia Mu said with a smile, "I'm just fine, and you're here to recruit me again. Your sister came from a long way away, and she's weak, so she persuaded her, so don't mention it again." After hearing this, Xifeng turned sad. Xi said: "Exactly! When I saw my sister, I put all my heart on him. I liked him and was sad at the same time. I forgot about my ancestors. I should fight, I should fight!" He hurriedly took Daiyu's hand and asked Said: "How old is my sister, but she has also gone to school. Now don't miss home here. What to eat and what to play, just tell me. Girls and wives are not good, just tell me." Yes one by one agreed.

Qingwen was watching a TV series in the corner, watching a group of beautiful girls acting, but it was better than the 87 version of the TV series.In this classic dialogue, Qingwen also thought that apart from Wang Xifeng's dexterity in adapting to the situation, everything she said and did was showing off her status in the family to Daiyu.If Lin Daiyu was really a six-year-old child, no matter how precocious she was, she would have to be respected in my heart.The daughter of the Wang family is really arrogant.Poor Lin Daiyu, facing such relatives, if she hadn't been more eloquent, she would have been bullied a long time ago.

Seeing Mrs. Wang winking at Wang Xifeng, Qingwen once again watched the drama happily.I saw Wang Xifeng asking people again: "Miss Lin's things have moved in and brought a few people here. You should clean up the two rooms as soon as possible and tell them to take a rest." .Seeing Mrs. Wang again asking her: "Have you finished releasing the monthly money?" Xifeng said: "It's over. Just now I took someone to the back upstairs to look for satin. After searching for a long time, I didn't see the one my wife said yesterday. I think my wife remembered it." Wrong." Mrs. Wang said: "Is there any? It doesn't matter." Yin said again: "I should take it out and cut clothes for your sister. I will ask someone to get it when I think about it at night." Xifeng said : "I expected it first. I know my sister will be here in the next two days, so I've already prepared it. I'll wait for my wife to go back and have a look, so I can deliver it." Mrs. Wang smiled, nodded and remained silent.

Look, this is Jia's mother's love for Lin Daiyu. If it really hurts, there is no need for this pair of aunts and nephews to act here.Just order the servants to open the warehouse early and prepare everything, which big family will talk about the monthly payment in front of relatives who just arrived!It can be seen that she secretly told Daiyu that the family was struggling, which made her feel even more burdened psychologically. Even if she knew that her Lin family's money had been embezzled, she was embarrassed to say anything.I just don't know if Lin Daiyu, who is ice and snow smart, understands?When I was reading novels before, I was really wronged by Lin Daiyu, and there was nothing I could do.

When we really come to this era, we know that it is impossible for a helpless child to support a family.With Lin Ruhai's early death, Daiyu knows that all her family's money has been embezzled, so what can she do?Even if there is money in hand, a weak woman has nowhere to spend it, so she can only rely on Jia Mu and waste her youth.Qingwen herself is an example. There is no one at home.However, even if there is an adult loyal servant, I and my elder brother will not choose to enter Jia's mansion as slaves.It can be seen that the most stupid person in the whole Dream of Red Mansions is Lin Ruhai, who naively handed over his daughter to the Jia family, and did not even leave a loyal servant to Daiyu.No one can use Lin Daiyu, which is the beginning of her tragedy.