Two days later, a matchmaker came to propose marriage to Zhang Sheng. Wang Jinshi smiled and said: "A poor scholar and a little maid are a perfect match, but the gift is too small. If Qingmei is married into a wealthy family, the gold and silver she will receive will be many times that."

Xi hurriedly advised: "Qingmei has served me for a long time, but I can't bear to sell her as a concubine." Wang Jinshi nodded and said to the matchmaker: "For the sake of my daughter's face, I will suffer a loss and sell Qingmei to the Zhang family at the original price.

If you have good money, you can come and pick it up at any time."

After Qingmei came into the family, she was filial to her parents-in-law, flattering, diligent in housework, and living a simple life, and did not think it was a hardship, so she was deeply loved by her family. She was also good at embroidery, and she could sell it quickly. There were many buyers, and the supply exceeded the demand, so she used it to subsidize the family.

Life improved. Qingmei often advised Zhang Sheng to make progress, saying: "I will take care of all the housework. My husband, just concentrate on your studies. Come and get fame in Japan, and I will also be honored."

On the day when Wang Jinshi took office, Qingmei went to see him off. When Ah Xi saw him, she choked up and said: "My son has a good home, and I am not as good as you." Qingmei said: "This is all thanks to the lady. I dare not forget it. Don't ever say that I am not as good as the master again."

This kind of words can't be tolerated by this slave, and your life will be shortened." The two said goodbye with tears.

Wang Jinshi came to Shanxi. Half a year later, his wife died and her coffin was parked in the temple. Two years later, Wang Jinshi was dismissed from office for taking bribes and was fined tens of thousands. His family was too poor to support himself, so his followers fled. At that time, a plague broke out, and Wang fell ill and died.

An old servant was left to take care of Ah Xi, but not long after, the maid also died. Ah Xi was all alone, and the neighbor woman persuaded her to marry. Ah Xi said: "Whoever can bury my parents for me, I will marry him." When the woman heard this,

He felt pity and respect for her, and left with a bushel of rice as a gift. He came back half a month later and said, "I have worked hard for my wife, but things are difficult to handle. The poor cannot afford to bury her, and the rich despise your family's low status and do not want to marry her."

,No matter what! There is still a plan, but I’m afraid my wife won’t be able to follow it.”

Ah Xi asked, "What's the plan?" The woman said, "Li Lang from the county town is looking for a side room. If he sees the beauty of his wife, he will definitely be happy. As long as she nods her head and agrees, it's no problem to bury his parents generously." Ah Xi cried loudly:

"I am a lady from an official family. Now it is difficult for me to be a concubine." The woman said nothing in reply and left with a sigh. Ah Xi ate one meal in a day, gasping for breath, and waited for a price. Half a year later, her life became better and better.

It's hard to get angry.

One day, the woman arrived, and Ah Xi cried: "I am so trapped that I have to commit suicide every day. Those who still live in love, because my parents' coffins are still there. If I die, who will collect the bones of my parents? After thinking about it, my sister's words in the past day,

It's not unreasonable, so I'll do as you say." The woman was overjoyed and led Mr. Li to come. The men and women met. Mr. Li was very satisfied and overjoyed. He immediately paid for the funeral arrangements and took Ah Xi home to meet his wife.

The eldest wife was fierce and jealous. When she first saw Ah Xi, she was furious and drove her out with a stick, not allowing her to enter the house.

Ah Xi's hair was disheveled and she was in tears. She was helpless. An old nun asked her to live with him. Nv Xi followed him to the nunnery and begged to be ordained. The old nun refused and said, "I think you are not a person who has been lying in the dust for a long time."

. The pottery and food in the nunnery are stored one by one. Although it is coarse rice and miscellaneous grains, it is enough to feed myself. And rest here, and when the time comes, you can go and stay as you please."

Not long after he lived there, some gangsters in the city saw Ah Xi's beauty and often knocked on the door and harassed her. The old nun could not stop him. Ah Xi cried to death and the old nun complained to the government. The officials issued an order that men were strictly prohibited from disturbing the monks' religious practice.

He curbed his bad behavior a little. Later, someone dug a hole under the temple wall in the dark. Fortunately, he was discovered by the old nun and shouted loudly before he left. The old nun complained again, and the government caught the culprit and beat him to death. After that, he gradually became peaceful.

A year later, a noble son passed by the nunnery and was shocked to see Ah Xi's appearance. He bribed the old nun with a large amount of money and asked her to intercede and arrange a marriage. The old nun politely said: "She is the daughter of a wealthy family, how can she be willing to do so?"

Want to be a concubine for the young master? You go back first and I will reply to you after a while." After the young master left, Ah Xi angrily begged for death. Ye Meng's father came and said sadly: "Son, you wanted to marry Zhang Sheng before, but I didn't allow it.

, which has brought you to this point, it’s too late to regret it. Listen to your father’s advice and don’t seek death. Wait a few days, and your long-cherished wish can still come true.” Ah Xi was secretly surprised. After taking a bath at dawn, the old nun came into the house to meet him and said: “

Look at the girl's face, the turbid energy has disappeared, good fortune is coming, there is no need to worry about worries, you will be rich and powerful, don't forget your old body."

Before he finished speaking, he heard a knock on the door. Ah Xi suddenly said, "It must be your master's servant who has arrived." The old nun opened the door to check, and it was as expected. The slave said, "Young master ordered me to come and ask: that

How is the matter going?" The old nun said calmly: "Come back in three days and give you a sure letter." The slave said: "Okay, I'll give you three days. Remember: if things don't work out, you can do it yourself.

Go and explain to the young master." Old Ninono agreed and sent him away. Ah Xi was so sad that he wanted to commit suicide again, so the old nun quickly stopped him. Ah Xi said: "Your master comes again in three days, what will I do then?" The old nun

He said: "I have everything to do with it. If I want to kill or cut into pieces, I will bear it with all my strength."

In the afternoon of the next day, there was a heavy rain, and suddenly I heard several people knocking on the door and shouting. Ah Xi thought something had happened again, and was frightened and didn't know what to do. The old nun opened the door in the rain, and there was a soft sedan parked outside the door, and several maids holding a

The beauty came out; the servants gathered around her with great momentum. The old nun asked in surprise: "Who is coming?" The servant said: "These are the family members of Mr. Si Li, taking shelter from the wind and rain for a while." The old nun folded his hands and saluted, led the beauty into the palace, moved the couch and invited her.

Sitting. The maids of the family rushed to the Zen room, each looking for a place to rest. When they entered the room, they met Ah Xi. Seeing her beautiful appearance, they rushed to report to the madam. However, the heavy rain became more intense. The madam got up and asked, "My little lady wants to go to the Zen ford."

"Is it convenient to turn around?" The old nun led the way and entered the house. When he saw Ah Xi, he was surprised and happy, and his eyes could not blink for a moment. Ah Xi had also been looking forward to it for a long time. It turned out that the lady was Qingmei.

When the old friends met, they each burst into tears. Qingmei talked about the separation experience: since her father-in-law died of illness, Zhang Sheng came back to serve as an official after his filial piety period expired. His official career was smooth, he was promoted successively, and now he has been awarded the position of manager. Zhang Sheng and his mother took office first, and then moved.

The family members, this trip is to reunite with Xianggong. Axi sighed: "We meet today, the fate of you and me is worlds apart." Qingmei smiled and said: "Fortunately, my wife has encountered setbacks one after another, so far, we have no chance to meet each other.

It was God who wanted to reunite my sisters. If it hadn't rained, how could we have met like this? There is God's will in the dark, and the power of ghosts and gods is unpredictable and no one can know it."

While talking, he took out his beaded hat and brocade clothes and urged Ah Xi to change. Ah Xi bowed her head and hesitated, but the old nun tried her best to persuade her. Ah Xi blushed and said, "If you live with your sister and your husband, your reputation will be unfair and your words will not go smoothly." Qingmei said.

He advised: "The title has been decided long ago, how dare I forget my sister's great virtue. Just think about it, is Zhang Lang a ungrateful person?" He ordered the modification, and the group said goodbye to the old nun and left.

When they got home, both mother and son were happy. Ah Xi went to see the old lady and said, "I have no face to see my mother now." The old lady smiled and consoled her. Then they discussed choosing an auspicious day to marry Ah Xi. Ah Xi said, "There is only a chance of survival in the nunnery.

, and I don’t want to follow my wife here. If I miss the good old days, I can give her a hut and a futon, and that will be enough." Qingmei smiled but said nothing.

On the wedding day, Qingmei came with bright makeup in hand. Ah Xi was in a dilemma, not knowing what to do. After a while, the drums started to play loudly, and Ah Xi became increasingly difficult to assert herself. Qingmei led several maids to forcefully put her into wedding clothes,

He helped her out. In the hall, Zhang Sheng bowed in court, but Ah Xi had no choice but to follow Yingying and worship. Qingmei sent the two into the bridal chamber and said, "I have been waiting for my sister for a long time." Then she looked at Zhang Sheng and said, "Tonight.

I can repay the favor and do it myself." He turned around and left. Ah Xi grabbed the corner of her skirt and held on. Qingmei smiled and said, "Don't keep me here. I can't take the place of the wedding." She gently broke away from her fingers and went straight away.

After the marriage, Qingmei served Ah Xi wholeheartedly and never offended her. Ah Xi was always ashamed and couldn't feel at ease. Zhang's mother smiled and said, "There's no need to be polite to each other. You two are both wives and your status is average." Qingmei laughed it off and treated her as a slave.

Serve Ah Xi with courtesy and do not dare to slack off.

Three years later, Zhang Sheng was promoted to Beijing. He passed by a nun and offered 500 gold to the old nun to celebrate his birthday. The old nun refused, so Zhang Sheng repeatedly forced him to accept the 200 gold, build the Dashi Temple, and build a monument to Mrs. Wang.
Chapter completed!