Whether it was Sanfang and Jiufang who regretted having "taken advantage", or other tribesmen who were envious and jealous because they had not taken advantage, they all immediately found an outlet to vent their anger.
After all, clan members are clan members, and they can’t really break up and start a quarrel, but who is the Zhang family? Even though the Zhang family is also an old family in Songjiang, it has long been in decline, and its children have not become talented for generations. Now they are just relying on the talents of the fourth room of the Shen family. Live a good life.
Due to the protection of Zhang Laoan and the tolerance of the Sun family, the Zhang family has been "prospering" in recent years. They have farmland and a large house, and they can live a life of slaves and maids. Even if the Zhang family cannot be said to have a fortune, it can be said to be a millionaire. You should have a fortune of several thousand taels of silver, right?
Ninfang Taiye's eyes lit up, and then he felt pain in his heart, liver, and lungs. Unless real gold and silver could be found from the Zhang family, how could the Zhang family's little property make up for the shortfall of 40,000 to 50,000 taels? His own few thousand Can the two pieces of silver be recovered? That was the silver that was exchanged for the pledged Jiufang's ancestral property. If it was really given up, Jiufang would be destitute. Then even if he had the reputation of being a member of the Shen clan, what would be the use?
The Ninth Fang is different from the Third Fang. The Ninth Fang also has Shen Li. Is it possible that the clan will be exterminated together with the Number One Scholar?
Ninth House Master narrowed his eyes, feeling less anxious and more confident.
He could think of finding compensation from the Zhang family, but the old man of the third house couldn't think of it. It's just that the old man of the third house has vicious eyes, but he doesn't believe that Chen Yongshan's actions are just his own actions. The property of the fourth house is in the hands of the Zhang family. If there is no cooperation from the Zhang family, what will happen? It was so easy to change hands. The Zhang family was just being cautious, thinking that by pushing Chen Yongshan out, they could secretly swallow up many of the Sun family's properties, but they also underestimated the Shen family.
Since the Shen family is the first family in Songjiang, how can a small Zhang family be able to manipulate it? If that were to happen, the loss of face of the Shen family might not be much less than if the family members occupied the property.
The other tribesmen at the head of the house have made up their minds to "kill the chickens and scare the monkeys". They can't attack the greedy clan elders. Why can't they attack the Zhang family? They must give the Zhang family a hard time. It also gives these relatives a clear memory, so as to avoid the recurrence of greed in the future.
Shen Juren was so angry that he almost bit his back teeth. Yes, the clan members were suspected of taking advantage of the situation, but the culprits were the Zhang family.
Shen Rui stood aside, watching with cold eyes, watching the atmosphere in the hall change, and looked at Shen Li again.
Is this the saying that "we must first settle the internal affairs before we fight against the outside world"? No matter how despicable the clan members' behavior is, if they really want to make a fuss, neither Si Fang himself nor Shen Li, who takes the initiative for Si Fang, will be left behind. This is a matter of "hiding for the sake of relatives" In this era, "killing relatives for justice" will arouse criticism. Moreover, if it really breaks down and goes to court, it is still unclear whether the farm, house and shop can be recovered. Now it is just forced by clan rules, and the people in the two houses are still Only with worries can the property be returned. If we really want to break up, we still don’t know what will happen to the two houses.
Is it the Zhang family that Shen Li wants to deal with, or the Zhang Laoan people behind the Zhang family? Is Shen Li "taking advantage of the situation" in this matter, or is it something else?
Shen Rui thought deeply and thought about it. He felt that some ideas were looming, but he didn't catch them for a moment and just passed them.
"The Zhang family is so bold to settle down!" the old man from the eighth house scolded: "If we hadn't married the Shen family, Songjiang would have lost the Zhang family long ago."
"When we get to Longwangchuan, our desires are hard to satisfy. I haven't been able to get enough benefits from occupying the fourth house over the years. I still want to annex the Sun family's property. It's a shame to kill me!" said the fifth house master.
The patriarch did not speak, but looked directly at Shen Li: "Weiyan, since you have 'invited' your two uncles back, you haven't left the Zhang family behind, right?"
Shen Li nodded and said: "Since the Zhang family has been ordered to take care of my aunt's property, we must not leave them behind..." At this point, he looked at Shen Juren and said: "Not only the Zhang family, but also Lao An and the juniors have also been invited. .Perhaps the Zhang family has also been deceived. After all, Chen Yongshan’s surname is Chen, not Zhang. Even if the debt is collected, there is no reason for the Zhang family to repay it on behalf of the Chen family.”
Shen Juren said angrily: "Are the Zhang family still innocent? There are thirteen properties, not two in one. Without the Zhang family's expense, without the Zhang family's pulling strings to conceal it, Chen Yongshan could have sold them all?"
No one answered Shen Juren's words, they were all thinking about the meaning of Shen Li's words. Since the Zhang family was plotting this matter, they would definitely find out how to deal with it. They also had to think of a comprehensive way to deal with the Zhang family. The Shen family was the most important person in Songjiang. It is true that the power is great, but it does not cover the sky with one hand. It is always best to "learn from others".
Shen Rui was standing by, and after watching it for a long time, he already had an idea.
There is no hope of selling the properties that have been dealt with to the He family. The He family is no less snobbish than the Shen family in Songjiang, and they will not spit out the fat they have eaten just because of a favor. Since the other party can eat it regardless of the Shen family's face If you go in, you won't spit it out. If you really want to go to court, there is nothing to fear if the other party has the deed in hand and all the procedures. Even if it is positioned as Chen Yongshan's stealing monopoly, it is the Chen family who needs to pursue the Chen family, not the buyer He Family. Besides, if it really goes to court, the Shen family members will not be able to hide the matter of dividing the Sun family's dowry.
As for what the Shen family members bought, the clan house should be repaid. The clan leader has not left any favors for Shen Jiang, so those properties should be returned. As for the third and ninth houses, even if they seem to have regrets, they are definitely not. We will not return all the property quickly and easily.
If the lost silver can be recovered from the Zhang family, that would be fine. If not, then the two families will not bear all the losses. It would be good if they can refund half of it.
As a result, the Sun family's property has shrunk by more than half. What happened to the prefect's wife staying here? These properties are returned to the fourth house. Even if they are under Shen Rui's name, Shen Rui will not take care of them. After all, he is only nine years old. .I wonder what will happen when he grows up? If you want to protect his rights and interests, you have to divide the property today, and the divided property must be properly managed in front of everyone, instead of being handed over to the fourth brother.
With Zhang Lao'an's "unclear knowledge of people" in front of him, and Shen Ju's "abuse" of his legitimate son, it was a thing of the past for relatives to introduce someone to take care of Shen Rui's property temporarily.
Thinking of this, Shen Rui felt at ease. Even if Sun's dowry was reduced by more than half, the rest would have to be divided equally with Shen Jin, and the pawn left in Shen Rui's hands would not be a small amount. Being rich and powerful is not enough, but you can be a food and clothing person. A small landowner who doesn't have to worry should have no problem. With this person behind him, he doesn't have to worry about the disputes between his four households anymore. He just needs to study hard for a few years. We'll talk about the rest later.
Although they were riding in different carriages, Zhang Laoan and his son Zhang Laoan arrived almost at the same time.
It was Shen Li who also invited people to invite him. The Zhang family and his son were carried into the carriage by a few strong men, while Zhang Laoan got on the carriage on his own initiative, urging the coachman twice on the way.
Although he had been wary of Shen Li for a long time, he didn't expect that he would mention the Sun family's dowry today. There are three properties in the Sun family's name that are white deeds. Zhang Laoan felt that his heart was burning and he had already made up his mind. , no matter what tricks Shen Li and Wufang did, he would keep a close eye on those properties. If that didn't work, he would go to court and let the outside world see these evil-hearted people.
Uncle Zhang is not as confident as Zhang Lao'an. Although he tries to keep up his face, his eyes are dazed and he does not have enough confidence.
Third Young Master Jiang has already gone to accompany the prefect's wife, and there are only a few boys from Shen Li's family outside Yangzhai, with no one else around.
Uncle Zhang pulled his sister and wanted to express his grievances first, but Zhang Laoan was so worried about going to the clansmen that he would have no time to argue with his brothers. He said: "Since you are also picked up, let's go in together. We are talking about the Sun family's property. You and your nephew are in charge of it, so go and listen to what they have to say."
Uncle Zhang had a grimace on his face and refused to move. Zhang Laoan had already taken the lead and entered the house.
As for taboos between men and women, she is no longer in her 60s. What we are talking about today is the family affairs of the fourth house. She should not be left behind like "kill it first and tell it later", so Zhang Laoan is very impressive.
But when she entered the house, she was stunned. Although she knew that there would be clan relatives there before she came, she didn't expect that it would be so harmonious. Even the two most senior ancestors in the clan were there. As a niece-in-law, she Only those who bow down first to say goodbye.
Neither of the two old masters looked down upon Mr. Zhang Lao'an. Mr. Zhang Lao'an had a stern look on his face and glanced at the others, adding to his anger. The younger generation responded, and everyone who was seated stood up. Among his peers, he was the best As an old sister-in-law, why are the uncles still sitting there?
She had been dissatisfied with the Fifth Fang for a long time, and the Ninth Fang's grandpa was Shen Li's great-uncle. When she looked at the two of them, she drooped her face and said sarcastically: "The two grandpas are sitting comfortably, and if their bodies are broken, why don't they do it?" Just hold on. Even if the two of you are not around, the matter of the fourth house can still be handled properly."
The fifth master still looked solemn and ignored Zhang Laoan; but the ninth master was filled with evil fire and snorted coldly: "Even if I die, I have to hold on! I am not as cruel as Lao An, and my direct grandson can't wait to see him." I will freeze to death and starve to death. Who made me an old fool? I was deceived and ruined my family's fortune. I even defrauded my family's property. I'm sorry for my children and grandchildren. I'll be fine if I can get it back. Otherwise, even if I have to give up my old face, I still have to tell the difference. ."
This was said sarcastically to Zhang Lao'an, but he said it to other clan members. Everyone frowned, except for the old man from the third room who was thoughtful.
Although Zhang Laoan was annoyed, he felt that what he said was wrong. He looked at Shen Juren in confusion and said, "We are not talking about the Sun family's dowry, so why are we talking about the Nine Houses property?"
Shen Juren had already blamed the Zhang family for all the faults, and was very resentful towards the Zhang Laoan people. He could not pretend to be filial, and said with a stern face: "Chen Yongshan sold off all the thirteen properties under the Sun family's name at a low price, and two properties were sold at a low price." The weaving factory, He's family's house, and the other eleven properties were bought by the second master of the clan, the fourth master of the third family, and the ninth master."
Zhang Lao'an didn't react for a moment and muttered: "Selling at a low price? Why didn't you give it to the Zhang family? Instead, you gave it to others..." As he spoke, his eyes widened and he said sharply: "What? Sun's property? That surname is Chen. How dare you, such a bastard, sell my Shen family property?"
Her face turned ugly, but the other clan members couldn't help but rejoice in her misfortune. Thinking about what she said before, they still wholeheartedly defended the Zhang family, but instead regarded her relatives as outsiders. She had been married into the Shen family for nearly fifty years, and her family was full of children and grandchildren.
If you still turn against your mother-in-law's wife, you have to teach her a big lesson.
Zhang Lao'an didn't care to see everyone's reaction. He turned around and shouted towards the door: "Zhang Changsheng, get in!"