The Xu family welcomed a distinguished guest today. Xu Chang was so happy that he personally lit a firecracker and set it off in the yard. In the east wing of the house, Zhao Mengting was sitting on the couch, mending some of Xu Qian's old clothes.

The father and son were really cheated. Zhao Mengting had not been moved by Xu Qian's "step forward" for a long time. Seeing that he was injured, she asked Deng Jian to go to the market and buy some meat to make soup to nourish Xu Qian's body. Who knows that because

Buying meat was suddenly exposed.

When Xu Chang looked at her now, it was like seeing Jin Yuanbao.

What's even more hateful is that guy Xu Qian, who knew that she must have hidden a lot of private money. He whispered in her ears about business and investment every day, and even said that he wanted to buy an inn.

profit.

Zhao Mengting was born in a merchant family, and she has been exposed to all the business knowledge. Although she looks like a weak woman, she also knows a lot about the ways of business. She can buy an inn and earn ten or a hundred times the profit in a few days.

This is a joke.

Xu Qian clearly wanted to fool Zhao Mengting with a lollipop, pretending that Zhao Mengting was a three-year-old girl.

Thinking of this, Zhao Mengting fluttered her hands while darning a coat, but she did not show the disgusting expression she had before. People always have shortcomings. Xu Qian does not seem to be a reliable person in any way, but at least

…

At least Zhao Mengting remembers that day, the courage and courage shown by that guy who was not strong in stature is still unforgettable.

Men should protect women. Zhao Mengting is the daughter of a merchant. The merchant's status is low. She looks very beautiful in bright clothes and angry horses, but she knows the bitterness of it. The feeling of precariousness has made her long for someone.

Able to protect oneself at all costs.

Naturally, this kind of protection does not necessarily come from the love between men and women, but is an instinct without any selfish motives.

It is precisely because of this that Zhao Mengting was deceived. When she entered Xu's house, she secretly hid ten taels of silver. As a result, she was tricked by Xu Qian into buying an inn? It was clearly a scam.

There was a lively atmosphere outside with glasses and cups being served. Zhao Mengting was a woman, so naturally it was not convenient for her to show up in public. However, the wing room was separated from the living room outside. The Xu family's place was not big, so the banquet could only be held in the living room, separated by the slightly dilapidated

Through the curtain, Zhao Mengting could vaguely see Master Huang's figure.

Master Huang, who is in his forties, looks like an old boy. Although he is dressed in a Confucian shirt and is quite decent, his facial features are crowded together, and it always looks like he has a bitter feud with someone. This Master Huang does not have much friendship with Xu Chang.

, it’s just that the news about the Xu family and his son has been widely spread in the yamen recently, and I feel curious in my heart. Today Xu Qian came to invite me again, saying that he would resign in a few days, and so on, which aroused Master Huang’s curiosity even more

.

Under the guise of saying goodbye to the county government, and because Mr. Huang thought there was something fishy here, Xuchang finally agreed to come. No matter what, he couldn't offend others' face.

But when we got here, Mr. Huang showed his reserve. The Xu family and his son were too enthusiastic. Logically speaking, he was considered the number one person in the yamen, and Team Leader Xu was considered to be working under him. He was definitely warm. But this surname

Didn't Xu claim that he was quitting his job? He usually didn't have much dealings with him, but today he came to show his courtesy. If something goes wrong, he is a monster, so naturally he has to be careful.

After leaving the banquet, it was natural to exchange greetings. When arriving at someone's home, it was inevitable to ask about their son. Master Huang first looked at Xu Qian, and he couldn't help but asked casually: "My good nephew is very impressive, and he will definitely be able to grow his hair in the future."

These were very polite words. Even Mr. Huang felt that he had gone too far. The father and son named Huang were from lowly backgrounds, and they had been engaged in lowly professions for generations. Hair growth? If you can grow hair, then you are a ghost.

Xu Qian behaved very well today and just nodded towards Master Huang in flattery.

Xu Chang's eyebrows were dancing and he said: "To be honest, Master, my son has no other abilities, but he is quite good at studying."

"It turns out that he is following the righteous path of saints and sages." Master Huang's face suddenly became solemn, and he praised: "Not bad, not bad, a boy can be taught." But he couldn't help but think in his heart, what is the use of studying for a lowly student? What he said just now is nothing.

Just being polite.

Xu Chang sighed: "Yes, only studying is the right way in this world. My Xu family is lucky. Fortunately, the emperor issued an edict to rehabilitate..."

Master Huang was suddenly stunned. The emperor issued an edict to redress... What kind of allusion is this? He is from the public family and followed the county magistrate to Qiantang County. Although he is already familiar with the environment, he may not understand many things, but he is extremely experienced.

The person immediately realized that there must be something fishy here, and hurriedly said: "Oh? To rehabilitate, is there an injustice to the Xu family?"

Xu Chang stroked the wine case and said with emotion: "Not at the moment, but my ancestor was involved in the Ministry of War during the Tianshun period and was implicated by Yu Shaobao, which led to the downfall of his family. Since then, the emperor has been filial to the emperor many times.

The imperial edict was issued to vindicate the enemy. Now that I have recently ascended the throne, I am also issuing an edict to treat him kindly. Alas..."

Xu Qian looked at the old man and found that his bullshit skills had improved a bit, especially his pretty expression, the admiration he showed when he talked about his ancestors, and the kind of expression he showed when his ancestors were in trouble.

The disappointment is beyond words, I admire you, I admire you!

Master Huang was stunned for a moment. He had never heard of it before. Then he suddenly realized that it was no wonder that Xu Chang said he was resigning from his job. It turned out that he still had such a reputation. At this time, he had to show awe.

He asked, "Could it be that the ancestor was Mr. Xu Xianggong of Xu Wen Dao at that time?"

Xu Chang said: "Oh? So Master Huang also recognizes it?"

Master Huang said seriously: "This is my Chao Zhongliang, how can Mr. Huang not hear it?"

In fact, although Mr. Huang showed great admiration, he didn't think so in his heart. Although he is loyal, you have been loyal for countless generations. Even if you are really of his blood, you are beyond the reach of the imperial court.

I'll strip you of your humble status and give you a better reputation. What else do you want?

Xu Qian coughed and suddenly said: "Actually, I asked Master to come to my humble residence today because I really have something to ask for."

Master Huang has become boring. This father and son are not good people. With Master Huang's sharp eyesight, he has already seen the clues. But now he is soft-spoken, and after all, he is a 'loyalty' and can't speak.

He refused, so he smiled and said, "I wonder what my nephew is doing?"

Xu Qian said solemnly: "The Xu family is deeply favored by the country, and a villain should uphold the loyalty of his ancestors so that he can teach himself not to dishonor his ancestors. Therefore, when he is studying, he always does not forget to do some good deeds and contribute to the court.

With meager strength, people are humble and have little power, so they cannot do big things. Therefore, the villain thinks that doing good deeds does not necessarily have to be earth-shattering, as long as you do your best. The Xu family has saved some money, and the villain plans to start a business.

Geshantang, Yizhuang, now my father has taken possession of an abandoned inn, but everything is difficult at the beginning, and doing good deeds must have a reputation. I have heard for a long time that Master Huang is a master of calligraphy, so I think that Master Huang will not hesitate to help.

With the power of my hands, I made an inscription for the Xu family’s charity hall and Yizhuang.”

The words were so sweet that Master Huang also breathed a sigh of relief. He was afraid that the Xu family and his son would make any excessive demands, but just asking him to write an inscription made him feel relieved. After all, it was a simple task. Someone asked him to do that.

Master Huang felt a little elated because he thought highly of him.

What's more, they are doing good deeds. It must be that the Xu family father and son have just stripped off their humble status and want to take the opportunity to gain some reputation. They are just giving up their talents to get a name. They can also use it to gain glory by inscribing themselves.

He said happily: "This is a good deed. How can I be disrespectful? It's easy to say, easy to say."

At this time, they were full of wine and food anyway. Master Huang simply asked the father and son to withdraw from the banquet and go to the Four Treasures of the Study. Holding the brush in hand, he meditated for a moment, and then the dragons and phoenixes danced on the spotless paper. In one go, he looked like "accumulating good deeds"

The word "人家" has been made.

Xu Qian praised from the side: "Master's writing is like a god, and his writing skills are exquisite. Especially this good character, which is full of charm, can be said to be a top-quality work."

If it was an ordinary compliment, Master Huang would just laugh it off, but Xu Qian spoke in jargon, and judging by his tone, he was actually proficient in calligraphy. Master Huang couldn't help but look at Xu Qian with admiration, nodded at him and said:

"Just for fun."

After saying that, he wrote an inscription and postscript, and then said: "Doing good deeds not only accumulates blessings, but also shares the worries of the officials. The county government naturally supports it."

Xu Chang winked at Xu Qian, Xu Qian understood, took out a piece of broken silver with a smile, and said: "Master, please accept the fee for polishing the pen."

Mr. Huang was not an aristocratic person, he could be regarded as a sophisticated old man, but he was not polite at all. He took the broken silver pieces casually and put them into his sleeves as if nothing had happened. Naturally, he accepted them all without hesitation.

After eating the wine, enjoying the pleasure of writing inscriptions, and getting money to polish his pen, Mr. Huang was in a good mood and said with a smile: "It's easy to talk, it's easy to talk." After chatting for a while, he left with satisfaction.

Send Master Huang away.

The father and son looked at each other and smiled treacherously, but this smile was seen by Zhao Mengting who was peeking in the side room. Zhao Mengting couldn't help but feel in a trance. She had a hunch in her heart that Master Huang seemed to be attracted by the father and son.
Chapter completed!