Although the little beggar did not explain which porridge they drank before such a problem occurred, and just used "good people" as a reference, Qin Rushuang could conclude that it must be Xiao's Trading Company without even thinking about it.
Make trouble from it.
Qin Rushuang's worries finally dissipated. The news brought to them by these two little beggars was very useful.
"What's your name? Qin Rushuang asked the older beggar. The younger one knew it, so he named it Xiaojiu.
The young man curled his lips and said, "I don't have a name. We who are the same age have been sorted by numbers. He is Xiaojiu and I am Xiaoqi!"
At this point, the little beggar's expression darkened.
Seeing him like this, Qin Rushuang asked: "What about your other friends..."
Xiao Qi shook his head: "They are all gone. We have been looking for them for a long time and still haven't found them."
Qin Rushuang couldn't help but ask: "There are so many beggars missing all of a sudden, doesn't anyone notice?"
Xiao Qi smiled mockingly, "Who would notice us? Ordinary people won't care about us beggars, and those officials would like us beggars to die! We are dead, and we will save a lot of trouble."
"
Qin Rushuang nodded and said, "Don't worry, we may be able to get your companions back for you."
Qin Rushuang made her identity clear and said, "I am from Du's Trading Company. Now that I know about this matter, I will not ignore it. If you can trust me, I will let you follow me back to Du Mansion to stay."
When the little beggar heard Qin Rushuang say that he was from the Du family, his eyes lit up, "Really? If you are from the Du family, then I can trust you! I will take Xiaojiu with you!"
Qin Rushuang was a little surprised and asked, "Why didn't you want to believe me at first, but then you were willing to believe me when I said it was Du's?"
The little kid patted his chest and said, "I can see clearly in my heart! Others do good deeds either for fame or profit. Only Grandpa Du really cares about us little beggars. He is afraid that we will not have enough to eat and that we will be cold."
It’s freezing.”
Speaking of Mr. Du, the little beggar talked endlessly.
"In the past few years, when the weather was very cold, kind people would distribute clothes to us. But those so-called kind people had no idea what we needed. They gave us only the best clothes because the materials were used well.
We couldn’t make a few pieces in total, and those who were lucky enough to receive them were quickly snatched away by others and were of no use at all!”
"Only Grandpa Du, he can use the cheapest fabrics, but his needlework is very good and durable! Moreover, the materials he uses are all inconspicuous, and he will deliberately make a few patches for us, although there are no
The method will take care of everyone, but as long as he wants to distribute cotton-padded clothes any year, he will try his best to let all the beggars in Jiangnan receive them, so that there will be no competition between us."
"Only Grandpa Du is the best and most good person!"
Qin Rushuang was also happy to hear that her grandfather was praised so much by others, so she said to Xiao Qi, "You and I go back to the house and clean up. Grandpa Du is very bored alone in the house now. Go and chat with him and amuse him."
It’s good to go there.”
Xiao Qi shook her head, "Grandpa Du is a good person, but our status is very different. I don't have any big ambitions. It would be nice to meet him and say thank you in person. If the Du Mansion is still short of servants, I will also be willing to do so."
Those who stayed in Dufu..."
After saying that, he looked a little uneasy and quickly explained: "I'm not trying to push my limits, I mean..."
"Oh, forget it, the more you talk, the more confused you are. Just take me into the house. I'll wait for you to finish your things and leave when it's safe outside!"
After hearing his words, Qin Rushuang felt a little complicated.
This child is obviously only a teenager, but he knows how to look at people's faces and knows how to give up when something is good. He must have suffered a lot to develop such a temper and character.
She knew that no matter what she promised to Xiao Qi and Xiao Jiu now, they would not believe it, so she would arrange them in the house first and wait until everything settled.
After sending Xiao Qi and Xiao Jiu to the house, Qin Rushuang arranged for two servants to take them to take a bath.
Seeing that the two people were a little cautious after entering the house, they didn't even know where to put their feet, so Qin Rushuang ordered the two little maids: "These two are my friends, don't look down on them."
After receiving the master's instructions, the two little maids nodded quickly and said: "We know, come with me!"
The two of them had probably not taken a bath for a long time. After being taken to take a bath by the maid, Qin Rushuang waited outside for half an hour before the two of them came out.
They were wearing clothes that Uncle Peng had found when his son was a child.
Qin Rushuang smiled immediately when she saw the two of them.
It turns out that Xiao Qi is not black, it is because there is too much dirt outside. Now after taking a bath, her whole body is white and clean, and there is still some youthful heroic spirit on her face.
Not to mention Xiao Jiu, Qin Rushuang didn't know until now that Xiao Jiu was actually a girl!
Seeing Qin Rushuang's strange look, the servant on the side quickly said: "It was only when I was taking a bath that I realized that Xiao Jiu was actually a girl. I quickly found the young lady's clothes when she was a child and put them on for her. Look at how pink she is.
So tender and cute!"
Qin Rushuang nodded and said, "It's indeed cute. Okay, dinner should be ready. Come and have dinner with me."
But Xiao Qi stood still, unwilling to go with Qin Rushuang even if she was beaten to death.
After asking anxiously, he explained, "I'm not going! I'm afraid of embarrassing you. We usually eat with our hands, and we can't even use chopsticks. We don't know what the rules and particularities of eating in this big family are. I
I’m afraid that I’ll make Grandpa Du unhappy if I make a joke.”
"No, believe me." Qin Rushuang promised.
After saying that, he took one by one and brought them to the dinner table.
Qin Rushuang did not tell the origin of the two people, but only told Mr. Du that the two people were little beggars she rescued and brought them back because they looked pitiful.
Xiao Qi was very good at observing people's words. Seeing that Qin Rushuang didn't tell the story about the beggar's disappearance, he also knew that maybe Qin Rushuang had some considerations, so he kept silent.
After that, he answered all the questions that Mr. Du asked him. If Mr. Du didn't ask him, he didn't say a word.
Qin Rushuang watched with increasing satisfaction.
Such a smart and sensible little guy, with eyes and eyes, and a good understanding of people, will definitely become an effective assistant in the future if he is properly trained.
I just don’t know if this kid likes doing business. If he likes it, it would be a good idea to bring him back to Kyoto to help Qian Ertong.
Seeing Qin Rushuang in a daze, Xie Xun put a chopstick of vegetables into her bowl: "Don't think about it, just eat it quickly."
After a delicious meal, Xiao Qi and Xiao Jiu were taken to the guest room to rest, while Xie Xun and Qin Rushuang returned to their own bedrooms.
"Where do you think the missing beggars will be taken?" Qin Rushuang asked.
Xie Xun shook his head, "It's hard to say, but it must be the kind of industry that doesn't attract attention, otherwise Baoqi will be recognized. Moreover, these beggars are not like those workers. They are all alone and have no worries.
, it is also more difficult to make them obedient.”
"When necessary, Boss Xiao may resort to some tough tactics. If the business is done openly and the workers are beaten and insulted by the boss, wouldn't it ruin Boss Xiao's reputation as a kind person?"
Qin Rushuang nodded, "What the prince said makes sense, but I don't know what kind of industry the Xiao family has that can prevent the abducted beggars from showing up and being seen by others."
Qin Rushuang touched her chin and suddenly said, "When I was in the teahouse today, I heard someone say that there was a courtesan who was going to appear tonight, and he was a pure courteous person who only showed off his skills but not his body. I heard he was very talented.
Boss Xiao will occasionally come to support..."
When Xie Xun heard what she said, he felt like he was going to suffer.
Before she could refuse, she heard Qin Rushuang continue: "Otherwise... Your Majesty, disguise yourself and go to the brothel to inquire about it?"
