Chapter 275: March 1

After waiting for the messenger to leave in the morning, Eleven Niang called Chang Xuezhi over again and said, "Let's go find out how much the Zhongshan Houtang Family School currently invites the gentleman to do every year."

The person she sent out to deliver the letter came back at noon, and Luo Zhenxing was also with him.

Your sister-in-law said that you had something urgent to come to see me, so she sent someone to call me back from my hotel. Sister Eleven always has a lot of time to do things, and is rarely so urgent. His expression was a little solemn, but something happened.

Eleven Niang asked Luo Zhenxing to talk to Dongcijian. She told him about Brother Chen: she wanted to ask the eldest brother to recommend Mr. Zhao to Mr. Hou.

Luo Zhenxing was a little hesitant: I heard that Lord Jin of the Hanlin Academy and others recommended several gentlemen, but none of them were satisfied.

Mr. Zhao’s uncle is Master Liu’s protégé, and he wants to come to study at home. Eleven Niang said, Mr. Zhao is highly respected by demon kings like Brother Yu in our family, and he wants to teach students well. Brother Chen can’t afford to waste time.

.The longer he was delayed, the less confident he became, and the longer he was delayed, the more dissatisfied he became.

Just as he was talking, Chang Xuezhi turned back.

Eleven Niangs did not shy away from Luo Zhenxing and called him in.

He saluted Luo Zhenxing tactfully and replied to Eleven Niang's words: The gentleman hired by the Zhongshan Hou family is required to pay twelve taels of silver for a year, a set of clothes for each season, and a servant.

The brother and sister looked at each other.

Mr. Zhao used to be paid fifteen taels of silver a year as a repairman at the Hou family in Zhongshan, but now the gentleman he hired was twelve taels. Considering how harsh their family is on people, they are still willing to pay an extra three taels of silver to hire Mr. Zhao.

Both Eleven Niang and Luo Zhenxing saw a hint of persistence in each other's eyes.

Luo Zhenxing even patted his chest and said: Leave this matter to me. I will find a way to invite him.

It is naturally better for her biological uncle to come forward than for her stepmother to come forward.

As for the repair work, it's easy to talk about. As long as Mr. Zhao is satisfied. Eleven Niang said deeply, as for the Marquis, he said that you are very concerned about brother Chen's studies. When our brothers and sisters met, you started to think about it.

Luo Zhenxing understood: Don't worry, I know what to say to Mr. Hou. He also said, why didn't you see Mr. Hou?

He was in the outer courtyard. Eleven Niang told Luo Zhenxing that the house was going to build a wing. Today, the wood was shipped.

If the children live with you, it will indeed be a bit cramped. Luo Zhenxing nodded and talked about Brother Zhun with Eleven Niang. It’s not like he doesn’t know how to endorse, so how could he be afraid that his husband would not understand.

Eleven Niang couldn't understand it: Yes, she had been looking forward to taking exams in school since she was a child, so that she could show off in front of her parents and let her parents show off. She had only heard of it before.

I have heard that Luo Zhenxing was surprised before.

Eleven Niang knew that she had leaked something. She hurriedly said in a vague way: I think I heard someone say it before. It said that some people are particularly afraid of seeing their husband, but they have never met their mother. She happened to have a mother in charge to show her, so she quickly changed the topic.

The day after tomorrow is March 3rd, and my family is planning to invite the Deyin Class, the Changsheng Class and the Jiexiang Society to sing in the church. There is a lot to do.

After hearing this, Luo Zhenxing stood up and said goodbye: Then you go about your business and take care of yourself.

Eleven Niang left him to eat: there was no rush for this moment.

Luo Zhenxing rushed over when he heard the news, thinking that he would go to the library to study in the afternoon, so he didn't refuse.

Eleven Niang had lunch early and asked the kitchen to prepare four meat dishes, two vegetarian dishes and one soup to entertain Luo Zhenxing.

Just as Luo Zhenxing sat down, Xu Lingyi came.

When did he come? He blamed Eleven Niang for not letting anyone call me.

I told Eleventh Sister not to shout. Luo Zhensheng was afraid that Xu Lingyi would misunderstand, so he smiled and said, I heard that you were busy building a wing at home, so he didn't let you shout.

After hearing this, Xu Lingyi told Eleven Niang: Bring the Taibailu that the palace rewarded last time and give me a pair of chopsticks.

Luo Zhenxing said hurriedly: I have to go to the restaurant in the afternoon, so the wine is free.

Xu Lingyi did not force himself, took the chopsticks and ate half a bowl of rice with Luo Zhenxing, and then went to the West Room to drink tea.

Brother Zhen has been in school for more than half a month, so I came here specially to take a look. It’s better to choose a day than to hit the sun, Luo Zhenxing simply said, but the tone of Eleventh Sister’s tone doesn’t seem appropriate.

Xu Lingyi glanced at Eleven Niang and said with a wry smile: I don't know who to follow. Your sister is smart and smart, and I am not such a timid person.

Luo Zhenxing took the opportunity to mention Mr. Zhao: How about I help ask Mr. Zhao what he meant?

Xu Lingyi was not very interested: Let’s talk about it then.

Luo Zhenxing was secretly anxious, but he didn't want to say much. He chatted for a few words about the most popular issue at the moment, the government's ban on maritime trade. Seeing that it was getting late, he stood up and left.

Xu Lingyi couldn't help but say to Eleven Niang: Brother Chen is just not used to it for a while, it will get better as time goes by. There is no need to tell Zhenxing.

Isn’t this concubine anxious? Eleven Niang told Xu Lingyi about Brother Chen reciting the kindergarten lessons fluently in front of her, and she muttered that the Lord Hou’s face was so serious that even I was scared in my body and mind, let alone Brother Zhun.

Xu Lingyi was speechless for a moment.

Seeing that he didn't say anything, Eleven Niang persuaded him: Mr. Hou, the eldest brother is also doing good for Brother Zhun. Mr. Hou should look at the person before talking, so as not to let down the good intentions of the eldest brother. After saying that, he sighed slightly,

Besides, this is just the opinion of the eldest brother's family. It's up to two people whether Mr. Zhao is willing to come or not.

Xu Lingyi couldn't help but raise his eyebrows after hearing this.

Eleven Niang builds momentum for Mr. Zhao: When Mr. Zhao left Beijing, someone asked him to be a teacher. At that time, he refused on the grounds that he was entrusted by his third aunt to send his fifth and sixth brothers back to Shanxi. So eldest brother, listen to me, brother Zhun is afraid.

Sir, I thought of the naughty nature of my fifth and sixth brothers, and then I thought of inviting Mr. Zhao.

Xu Lingyi was indeed interested and slightly chinned: Then we'll talk about it when we meet the person.

It's always good to give it a try when you get a chance

Eleven Niang breathed a sigh of relief.

Xu Lingyi's eyes fell on the half-written letter she had written on the kang table.

The eleventh mother explained to the seventh lady of the Gan family with a smile that she later invited me to be a guest at home. This time I wanted to invite her over to make it lively. March 26th is the day to leave the cabinet, and I don’t know if she can come, but her tone was a bit...

Sad.

We met on Women's Day on March 3rd of that year, right?

Xu Lingyi's eyes darkened when she thought of what happened that year. She comforted Eleven Niang: The Liang family is in Yanjing. There will be many opportunities in the future.

Seeing his worried look, Eleven Niang smiled and changed the subject: I thought so too. So I wrote her a letter to see if she could come.

Xu Lingyi didn't want to mention it anymore and asked Eleven Niang how she was preparing: If you are really too busy, ask Zhaoying to help you. He was originally a businessman, and I looked smart, so I took him with me.

It’s not uncommon to see people following me.

Maybe she's afraid that it's her first time hosting such a banquet and she doesn't have enough experience.

Eleven Niang said with a smile: We are all doing it according to the old routine. The mothers in charge also have experience. I don’t think anything big will happen.

Although she was very grateful in her heart, she didn't dare to accept that bringing Zhao Ying with her would definitely get twice the result with half the effort. But in the eyes of caring people, it would become a reason to criticize her.

Xu Lingyi saw that her eyes were bright, full of energy, and full of confidence. She didn't want to say much, but she just told her to watch more after taking photos and help run errands if she needed anything.

In the afternoon, Master Wu sent over the repertoire of three opera troupes.

The Deyin class sang the story of embroidery rugs, the Changsheng class sang the story of Huansha, and the Jiexiang club sang the story of breaking the kiln.

He was also a little worried that Eleven Niang would not be able to control the situation, and said in a low voice: I have given instructions. Si Bao will help organize the three theater troupes. He has been running the theater with me since he was a child, and he is familiar with everyone. When the time comes, Si Bao will only have to greet several people.

Just an old lady will do

However, a song and dance troupe came to perform at home, and Eleven Niang had already made arrangements. But she still accepted Xu Lingkuan's kindness. She sincerely thanked him and saw him to the door in person.

Xu Lingkuan was very happy to be able to help Eleven Niang and walked briskly.

Eleven Niang couldn't help but cover her mouth and smile.

Back in the house, Lu Yun took clothes from the sewing room.

Wearing a thin pink right-hem jacket and a green heddle skirt on Eleven Niang's body, she looks like a budding spring flower.

The sand green trousers and the moon white threaded skirt are fresh and natural, like a bud on a branch outside the window.

The apricot double-breasted jacket and the true purple moonlight skirt are rich, gorgeous, and luxurious.

Eleven Niang was very satisfied. She told Yan Rong: On the first day to comb the peony bun, just prepare two pearl combs. On the second day to comb the snail bun, just prepare the ginkgo red and silver headband. On the third day, comb the bun into a round bun.

, with ruby ​​head and face.

Luyun nodded repeatedly, and Eleven Niang asked about Sister Zhen: Her things are ready.

When she was ready, she smiled and said, "According to your instructions, an apricot-white jacket, a blue gold-covered jacket, and a honey-colored double-breasted coat."

Eleven Niang asked her to invite Aunt Wen to come over.

I am afraid that all the ladies from all the mansions will come by then. She told Aunt Wen in detail that Sister Zhen is the eldest lady in our mansion, so naturally she will come forward to help entertain her. However, she still has her filial piety period and will stay in Dianchun.

It's not suitable to watch a play in the hall. I want to put them in Liufangwu. As you know, Liufangwu is a good place. It's convenient for boating, flying kites and fishing. It's just next to the water, so it's not very safe. That day, Mother Du took Brother Zhun and Brother Ji.

I'm not worried about the other people in the second young master's Lijingxuan, so I can only ask you to help take care of them. I also reminded her: After the eldest sister's wedding ceremony in April, Sister Zhen will go to her husband's house. Now that guests are gathering, it's time to

This is a good opportunity. You have to be careful.

What she said was so clear, not to mention that Aunt Wen was a shrewd person. She naturally agreed wholeheartedly and left happily. When she went back to rummage through the cabinets to find clothes, she couldn't be too simple, which would lose the Xu family's face; and she couldn't be too luxurious, which would take away the eleventh mother's.

In the limelight, Qiuhong and Donghong were torn apart all night long.

Eleven Niang called Aunt Qin: Second Young Master is being taken care of by Mama Du, so you don’t have to worry. Aunt Wen will help take care of Sister Zhen. Only you and Aunt Qiao are left at home.

Before she could finish her words, Aunt Qin immediately said: Well, let me go and keep Aunt Yi company. She was guarding a big house by herself, and she couldn't help but feel a little embarrassed.

Eleven Niang nodded and told Yan Rong: At that time, only Aunt Qin and Aunt Qiao will be at home. When the maids and wives on duty listen to the noisy gongs and drums in the spring hall, they will inevitably run to watch the fun. You stay at home and help me calm down.

town.

Yanrong nodded: Madam, don't worry. I'm here with you.

We have guests at home, so the update is a little late. Let’s watch it when you get up tomorrow morning.

I wrote this in a bit of a hurry, I’ll catch the bug later, please forgive me.

onno~
Chapter completed!