In the fifth year of Shun'an in the Ningli calendar, it was the 30th day of the twelfth lunar month, New Year's Eve.
It was a month and a half ago that bandits attacked Yunhuai City. During this period, policies introduced by the government began to help the city's economy recover. Especially after the tariff adjustment, many businessmen poured in and business developed rapidly.
It also solves the problem of excess labor in the city.
Among them, the Jianghai Chamber of Commerce became the biggest winner because of its previous fight against bandits and the care it received from the government.
Of course, Tang Ji's strength in the Jiran department should not be underestimated. First, Jiran Bookshop opened three branches in the city, followed by Jiran Music Shop, Jiran Theater, Jiran Pavilion and other stores that have entered the preheating stage.
It will be opened gradually in the first half of next year.
At this time, in Ji Ranju's study, Li Yu was sitting at the desk wearing a thick fur coat, looking at Tang Ji who was still writing furiously and complained: "I'm not telling you, you did so much in one breath
What are we doing in the shop? We have to go to Kyoto!"
"It doesn't matter. We can just leave it to Sister Yue to take care of it after we leave. Otherwise, one day we won't be able to stay in Kyoto anymore and we won't even have a way out." Tang Ji raised his head, replied calmly, and then started writing again.
Hearing this, Li Yu touched his chin and thought for a while, then nodded slightly: "That makes sense. If you need any help, just ask me."
Tang Ji raised his left hand and waved it: "It would be the greatest help to me if you don't chirp here."
He had already written out all the follow-up content of "The Legend of the Condor Heroes" a few days ago, and planned to take a good rest during the New Year. Who knew that dead girl Jiu'er lost it after borrowing it to read, so he had to write it again
, as a result, Li Yu kept buzzing in his ears like a mosquito.
At this moment, Jiu'er suddenly ran in with eager steps: "Uncle, I found it!"
Tang Ji raised her eyes to look at the three books she held in her hand, then lowered her head to stare at the almost-completed book. She suddenly lost her temper, controlled her emotions, and stood up with a smile on her face: "Jiu'er
Ah, I have something to discuss with you!"
Seeing the murderous look in his eyes, Jiu'er quickly put the books on the table, turned around and ran out: "Uncle, I didn't mean it, I went to post the couplets!"
"Just stop here and see if I don't deal with you!" Tang Ji shouted and chased after him.
Looking at the backs of the two of them, Li Yu snorted softly: "If I hadn't been here to quarrel with you, you would have finished writing the entire book. That would have wasted more time!"
In the end, Tang Ji didn't catch up with the nimble little girl. He stood in the front yard panting, straightened up and looked around, only to find that the yard had been completely renewed, with red ribbons hanging everywhere, and the treetops on both sides.
There are many small lanterns hanging on the ceiling, and the servants have cleaned the house inside and outside. Various paper cuts are pasted on many door panels and windows, making it look full of New Year atmosphere.
Jiang Ran wore beige clothes and walked out of the inner courtyard with dignified steps. He smiled softly and said: "Time flies so fast. Last year at this time, Jiu'er and I were still discussing whether to eat less at night.
, save some food for tomorrow."
Yes, time did fly by very quickly. Tang Ji stared blankly at the end of the bluestone path, his thoughts wandering to nowhere.
Unknowingly, it has been more than half a year since he came to this world. In the past, no matter how busy he was, he would go back to spend time with his parents, but now he has no chance. I just hope that they can be safe and healthy, and don't miss me and those few too much.
If the guy who talked to him about his ideals and taught him how to pick up girls every day knew that he had lost his life because of saving people, he would probably scold him like a fool!
"What are you thinking about?" Jiang Ran rarely saw him distracted, so she couldn't help but lean against his chest.
Tang Ji was brought back to reality by her voice, smiled calmly, and held him in her arms: "I was thinking about why I didn't meet you earlier and made you suffer so much. I won't let you suffer any more in the future.
I will slowly make up for your grievances."
Hearing this, Jiang Ran quickly shook his head: "I should be glad that I can meet you."
The two of them smiled lightly one after another, did not speak anymore, and simply hugged each other.
But he was soon interrupted by a voice: "Oh, brother, no matter how precious Sister Jiang Ran is, you can't just hug her from time to time. She is still a little girl and will be shy!"
Hearing Yue Shuhua's voice, Jiang Ran hurriedly got out of Lian Tangji's arms, her face turned red, she held her hands together and hurried forward: "Sister Yue, you are making fun of me again."
"What I said is true~" Yue Shuhua wore a bright red dress today and looked very stunning. She held Jiang Ran's hand and ordered Pang Qing behind her: "Move all the things in.
"
"Okay, miss." Pang Qing and Tang Ji giggled twice, then led the servants towards the inner courtyard.
Tang Ji coughed lightly and said with a smile: "Sister Yue, why are you here to pay New Year's greetings on the 30th?"
Yue Shuhua glared at him angrily: "Someone told me half a month ago that if I had no place to celebrate the New Year, I would come to Jiranju. I took it seriously, but he forgot. Alas, it's my fault that I prepared so much."
It’s just a gift, then I’ll just leave!”
Tang Ji scratched his head, had he ever said this? He shook his head, not entangled, and said quickly: "No, no, no, I'm just kidding, then just stay, it's just a matter of two more sets of bowls and chopsticks."
.”
"Hmph, that's pretty much it." Yue Shuhua snorted coldly, and then said to Jiang Ran: "Let's go, I brought you two pieces of clothes, go try on them."
"Sister Yue, I've cost you money again." Jiang Ran couldn't remember which set of clothes she had given to him.
Yue Shuhua waved her hand nonchalantly and pulled her towards the inner courtyard: "As long as you like it."
...
Not long after, the sky gradually faded, but the servants had already lit candles everywhere, making the whole Ji Ranju brightly lit.
There are two restaurants in Ji Ran's house. One is for Tang Ji and others to eat home-cooked meals. The other is a reception restaurant. It is placed in a very spacious room behind the main hall. There is a round table in it that can accommodate more than a dozen people.
The dining table is shaped like a dining table, and there are many decorations such as wood carvings, ceramics, etc. placed on both sides, giving it the feeling of a later-generation premium restaurant.
At this time, the maids had already brought the dishes.
Tang Ji raised his eyes and took a look. Counting Yue Shuhua and Pang Qing, there were only eight people, but there were five or six more chairs. He then said: "Jiu'er, and Sister Su'er, you guys
Everyone, please take your seats, there are so many empty seats anyway."
Li Yu looked at the table of delicious food, impatient, and urged: "Sit down, sit down, you're welcome!"
After hearing this, Jiu'er grinned and sat down directly on the chair.
Seeing that Su'er didn't move, Yue Shuhua said: "It's okay, go sit down."
With the master's permission, Su'er sat down next to Jiu'er.
Seeing that everyone was already in place, Tang Ji picked up the wine that the maid had just filled, stood up and said, "Happy New Year everyone, let's go one by one!"