Advice

Author: Hua Yurong

Advice

The uncle and nephew drank until dark. Uncle Gu had something on his mind and soon got drunk and put him to bed.

Gu Lei came out and told the boy, "Second uncle is thirsty at night and needs to get up to drink water. Please wake up."

"Don't worry, young master, I will keep an eye on you."

"Take good care of your second uncle, and your reward will be indispensable."

"Yes, thank you very much, young master, for still believing in my second master. The second master often drinks alcohol these days and secretly goes to the ancestral hall to cry at night. He cries and says, mother, I was wrong. Brother, I am here to admit my mistake..."

The boy, who had been serving me closely for many years, was wiping his tears.

Gu Lei patted his shoulder and sighed.

The pain of losing a loved one is not just for him and his grandfather, everyone in the family needs time to heal.

The second uncle must also feel very hurt. The third uncle and his father exchanged their own lives for his, but he and the second aunt made a big mistake. The second uncle is a loyal person, so it is impossible not to feel uncomfortable.

The more I don't say anything, the more uncomfortable I feel.

I remember that the eldest brother and the third uncle used to protect the second uncle, trusting him to manage the family property, and taking care of him in the officialdom and giving him opportunities.

In fact, the three brothers have a very close relationship. The second uncle follows his father's lead and the third uncle follows his lead and fights wherever his father tells him.

The deaths of his father and third uncle were not only sad for his grandfather and himself, but also for his second uncle. His most trusted supporter and brother were gone. He was running around aimlessly without anyone to guide him.

On the way back, Gu Lei's servant saw that the young master remained silent, "Young master, are you going to let the second master go like this? Is he deliberately suffering a misfortune?"

"No, my second uncle has a kind-hearted character, but he is soft-hearted and a little bit less decisive. My father told me that I can trust him and use him with confidence, but I can't let him be the master of the family. If he doesn't take charge of the city, there will definitely be trouble."

"Actually, grandpa doesn't value him. If he values ​​his official position and gets up early, he won't be idle in the capital taking care of general affairs. He can't go anywhere else, and the Ministry of Industry can still use its power."

Compared with money, what aristocratic families value is power and official position. Second Uncle Gu used to work in the Ministry of Industry and held a sixth-grade official position. He was not promoted for many years. It was not because he did not do well, but because Grandpa Gu did not allow it and did not give him a chance.

The first time he was promoted to a high-ranking official for doing well, he was beaten back by Grandpa Gu.

The main reason is that his character is not decisive enough and he is not decisive enough in the city. Once his official position is high, something will happen. Grandpa Gu is still very accurate in judging people.

He is conscientious and down-to-earth in his work, but he is not capable of making decisions, let alone playing tricks.

In the past, it was Gu Lao San and Gu Lao San who protected him. The second brother was willing to work and was not afraid of hardship. He was down-to-earth and the two brothers loved him. The second brother always listened to the instructions of the brothers and it was never his turn to make the decision.

When they came to Linqi, the second son's backbone was gone, and his brothers were gone, leaving him alone. His wife was not of the same mind as him, and wanted to make money outside and ruin his reputation.

His father originally didn't value him, looked down upon him, had no backbone, and had a weak temper.

My biological brother who I grew up with is no longer there, and I don’t even have anyone to talk to or drink with, which makes me feel even more lonely and depressed.

Gu Lei saw that the lights in his grandfather's room were not out yet, so he went in to take a look.

"I'm back, it's so late, but what's the problem?"

Grandpa Gu is reading a book and can't sleep.

"I came back early. My second uncle and I had a drink. My second uncle cried and apologized to me."

"Tsk, something without bones cannot be put on the table."

Grandpa Gu has a domineering personality and was a great man when he was young. He doesn't look down on such a soft-tempered person, even if he is his own son. He just doesn't like him.

Gu Lei poured a glass of warm water for his grandfather.

"Grandpa, I was originally very angry. In fact, this matter is also my fault. I can't blame my second uncle entirely. I was the one who said that all the money was with Yu'er, but I didn't. It was originally an excuse, but in the end, my second aunt really dared to ask for the money.

It’s also me who didn’t handle the matter well.”

"One more thing, after all, my second uncle came here to work hard to take care of the property. My and Brother Xing's properties are remarkable. There are no errors or omissions in the accounts and there are profits. After all, my second uncle has done his best. I should be grateful."

"My second uncle was at fault for what happened to my second aunt, but the crime is not worthy of death. My second aunt is also a mother. She knows what she should do. She can't rely entirely on my second uncle. It's okay to think that I am partial to my own family.

It doesn’t matter if the responsibility falls on the second aunt, I think the second uncle can use it.”

Grandpa Gu softened his expression and reached out to touch his grandson's head.

"As you grow up, you look at problems more objectively. I'm very pleased."

Looking at the eldest grandson, I feel very proud. I have put aside my prejudices and personal grudges, analyzed objectively and calmly, and considered the overall situation. I am still willing to reuse the second son. I can see that my eldest grandson is becoming more and more like the boss and can support the Gu family.

"Grandpa, don't always be cold to your second uncle. My second uncle often goes to the ancestral hall to cry."

"The blisters on his feet were caused by himself. My wife can't control them. What else can I expect from him? In the past, your father and your third uncle protected him and escorted him. I won't say anything. They are brothers.

Hou, I can't stop you."

Grandpa Gu's attitude was cold.

"But now the Gu family is in turmoil, and he has made so many mistakes when he is the master of the family. You can't blame me for being partial and not giving him a chance. You can't understand this little thing in the family, so don't blame me for not considering him as the master of the family."

Grandpa Gu sneered coldly.

"Grandpa, don't worry. As long as I am here, I will support the family and everything will be fine. My uncles all support me and help me a lot to appease the clan. All the brothers in the clan are looking towards me and are willing to listen.

Mine, there are difficulties, but it’s much better than when I first came here. Don’t be too anxious.”

Gu Lei is becoming more mature and steady, and he has to handle things step by step.

"Your second uncle's financial management skills are pretty good. He can be used, but he needs to keep a close eye on him. He is not worthy of being a master, is easily abducted, and has a soft ear."

"Yes, I have written it down. You should go to bed early."

"Tomorrow I will bring you a gift to apologize to the Li family. It's such a shameful thing that you can't die. Give Yu'er the orchid picture in the warehouse. She likes to draw. Give it to her and I, the old man, will make amends to her."

Grandpa Gu then lay down.

The painting Grandpa Gu mentioned is a calligraphy and painting by a famous artist, worth thousands of gold, and is very rare. Grandpa Gu once bought it to make his wife happy. It has commemorative significance to him and is more valuable than money.

Still happy to give it to my grandson-in-law.

"It's true, are you willing to give it up?"

Gu Lei pursed his lips and smiled.

"Why am I reluctant to part with you? Don't look down on me. Your grandmother knows it and is happy to give it to Yu'er. I finally married a satisfactory granddaughter-in-law, so I can't let anything go wrong."

"Also, don't be in a hurry to have a child after you get married. Yu'er is not old enough. I promised you, Grandpa Li, that I can wait until the child is eighteen to have another child. Remember, a clan wife is far more important than a child."

"Don't worry, I remember that my aunt and I are going to avoid Zitang and come back, and we must not put Yu'er in danger."

Gu Lei heard it in his heart.

"Do you know what's going on in the Yang family? Don't imitate the Yang family boys. They are stupid. This is not allowed in our family, or I will break your legs."

Grandpa Gu warned his grandson domineeringly.

"Yes, grandson, please keep this in mind."

Gu Lei nodded immediately.
Chapter completed!