Three more days later, Zhong Jing finally broke camp and went back, and Zhou Hansheng also left.
Zhong Jing sent his confidant Zhong Lu to reward each of the cooks with three taels of silver. Zhao Liya, as the leader, apparently rewarded them with five taels, but in fact they were three hundred taels.
The reason was that the food they cooked was delicious and everyone was very satisfied. To show that he really liked it, Zhong Jing also asked how to make several dishes such as twice-cooked pork, boiled pork slices, and sour crispy pork belly.
The cooks were all very happy, and they all expressed their gratitude and thanks.
You must know that in the past, when they served in the army, it was good to have enough food and a place to sleep for the night. How could it be that they were not exhausted and had to work hard for nothing?
Not to mention the reward, I think it's great luck that the work is easier.
Unexpectedly, there was a silver reward this time, and it was still three taels!
Three taels of silver!
"This is all due to Xiaoya, we have all benefited from Xiaoya!"
"No!"
Everyone laughed and nodded, convinced of this point.
The dishes were all ordered by Zhao Liya, and she told them how to cook them. They were just helping out. Not to mention, this dish was filled with all kinds of seasonings, so it was really delicious!
Even taking them with them has been a feast for the eyes these days.
Back home, who would be willing to waste oil, salt and seasoning like this?
Thinking about it, I still feel a little reluctant to leave...
Zhao Liya said a few words of humility and took advantage of the situation and said: "Aunts and sisters-in-law, we must not tell anyone after we have made such a fortune when we go back, for fear that someone will be jealous!"
Everyone's expressions changed, and they all thought of the Gu family.
If the Gu family knew about it, they might not be able to keep their money!
I originally planned to go back and show off, but when I heard this I was so frightened that I broke into a cold sweat and kept saying yes, "Thankfully Xiaoya reminded me, otherwise it would be really bad!", "Yes, yes!", "Then we all have to remember it.
"Yes, don't say it. Just say it to your own man, and don't say it to other people in the family.", "Yes, you can't say it!"
Zhao Liya also agreed, feeling satisfied.
There is no one in Yancun who doesn't hate the Gu family. Just like this, slowly and little by little, she will win everyone over to her side. Keeping common secrets will undoubtedly bring them closer to each other.
Before leaving, Zhou Hansheng finally found an opportunity to pretend to have "encountered" Zhao Liya by chance. Zhao Liya was very grateful to Jin Tzu and had to come up to talk to him.
Zhou Hansheng took the opportunity to remind him again: "General Zhong is an upright and trustworthy person. If anything happens, you must remember to go to him. There is no need to have any scruples."
Zhao Liya nodded to express her gratitude: "If something really happens, I will naturally not bother General Zhong!"
Zhou Hansheng smiled again and said: "Next time I come, if I have time, I would like to go to Yancun to have a look."
Zhao Liya immediately responded with a smile: "Master Zhou, if you don't mind, please come and sit at home. Our home is at the entrance of Yancun, and it will be the first one when you enter the village."
Because of these words, Zhou Hansheng smiled and nodded: "Okay, I will definitely go when the time comes!"
Yu Gongcao came to pick them up. Seeing that they had completed their errands well, General Zhong was not dissatisfied and relaxed, and let them go back alone.
Everyone had money in their arms and joy in their hearts. They were talking and laughing along the way, and the wind was blowing under their feet.
Zhao Liya and Qu Yutao miss their family very much.
“I don’t know what’s going on at home!”
"My parents and aunt are here, as well as my brother. They must be fine!"
"Um!"
The two of them looked at each other and smiled. It was not convenient to discuss the sugar cane fields when outsiders were around.
When they returned home, Zhao Xiang, Deng, and Widow Qu were all happy when they saw that they were back.
I was originally worried that the two of them would lose weight due to the hardship, but they were surprised to see that they went and came back neatly, and seemed to be in better spirits.
The food in this military camp is pretty good, right?
After asking about the situation of the two of them on duty, I finally felt relieved.
"This General Zhong is such a good man! Fortunately, we are always in fear."
"Oh, it means our daughter is lucky, she will meet noble people when she goes out!"
"Haha, you're right, I think so too!"
The whole family was chatting and laughing for a while, and the elders felt sorry for them again, fearing that they had not had a good rest this time, so they hurriedly urged them to rest.
"Then the military camp is still a military camp no matter how safe it is. How can you not be nervous when you are on duty? Now that you are home, relax and have a good sleep. I will call you when dinner is ready."
"Yes, sleep peacefully."
Zhao Liya and Qu Yutao actually didn't feel sleepy, but the elders were too distressed, especially the two ladies, as if they had never had a good night's sleep. Their eyes showed a hundred and twenty points of pity and distress.
I had no choice but to take a rest.
Qu Yutao first took Zhao Liya aside to talk alone, then put the three taels of silver in Zhao Liya's palm, gently held her hand, and said with a smile: "Sister, take this silver."
"Can--"
"Even if it covers my mother and I's living expenses! It's an unexpected income anyway. I don't feel bad about giving it to you. There's no need to be polite when my sister takes it!"
These words were so straightforward that Zhao Liya was speechless.
"Okay, then I'll take it. This year until after the Spring Festival, you don't have to pay any more for living expenses. Also, sister has been helping me with work, and the salary is paid monthly. Sister, don't be polite to me."
If the Li brothers, Li Zheng, Ruan Guishu, etc. work for her, they will still be paid monthly, which is fair.
Qu Yutao thought for a while, then nodded and smiled.
The two girls came back safely, and the whole family was overjoyed. For dinner, Mrs. Deng, Widow Qu, and Aunt Li killed chickens, fish, and picked vegetables. They were busy cooking several delicious dishes. Zhao Lixiang and Zhao Lin also helped peel beans.
, washing vegetables, very busy.
Hu Ling came back from Zaihu Village at around four o'clock in the afternoon. When he saw the postures of the elders, he knew that Zhao Liya and the others were back safely. He was also very surprised and happy: "My sister and cousin are finally back, and everyone is relieved!"
After all, it's hard not to worry about things like military service.
Deng Shi smiled and said: "No, you should also take a rest. Let's have a good dinner tonight!"
Hu Ling grinned and nodded: "Hey!"
It's great that Xiaoya is back. I just want to talk to her about the workshop. Although she explained it very carefully before leaving, it's the first time for everyone and they have no experience. I don't know if they are doing it right.
Everyone is not very confident in their hearts, and they are all afraid that if something goes wrong, Xiaoya's affairs will be ruined. She will go and have a look tomorrow, so that everyone can feel at ease...
Deng and others prepared the meal, Zhao Liya and Qu Yutao also got up early, and the whole family sat around and had a lively dinner.
After dinner, Hu Ling talked about what happened in Zaihu Village. Not to mention Zhao Liya, Qu Yutao was also very concerned about it. Everyone must go there and take a look tomorrow.
Zhao Xiang also asked a few questions about what happened in the military camp. Knowing that nothing unexpected happened, he stopped asking more questions. After all, the military camp is a sensitive place.