At this time, in the Chen family, in Mo Sanniang's room, A Bao, Ying Ning, and Lu Xiyue were all gathered together, listening to Mo Sanniang's words——
"Liuxian will go to Beijing to study the day after tomorrow..."
There was a low sigh in his tone, with a look of reluctance.
Although the man has ambitions in all directions, it is impossible not to worry when traveling thousands of miles away as an only son. Especially in recent years, there have been constant rumors that the world is not very peaceful, with thieves running rampant, committing crimes, killing people and stealing goods, and doing all kinds of evil... just listen to it.
, which can make people feel worried.
Something has changed in this world. Not to mention the scholar-bureaucrat class, even ordinary people have felt some unusual atmosphere.
——The old days of not picking up lost things along the way have gone forever without realizing it. The current national situation is in a mess, and people’s hearts are not as old as they used to be.
If it weren't for her son's future, Mo Sanniang would definitely not let her son travel far away. This time she went to Zhezhou was different from the last time. Going to Zhezhou was a group activity, and they had to take care of each other; while going to the capital, Chen Jianchen and
There are two Yingnings.
Or, what can make Mo Sanniang feel relieved is that there is a Yingning protecting her son.
Mo Sanniang and others all knew that Ying Ning was good at martial arts and some magic. To prove it, the little fox even jumped onto the roof in front of them.
This flight made Mo Sanniang and others dumbfounded. Abao was so excited that his eyes were bubbling, and he begged Ying Ning to teach her. However, he had no foundation and no enlightenment, so he could not learn the magic. Ying Ning asked Ying Ning to teach her.
After a brief introduction to martial arts, and after a period of persistence, Po was able to perform a set of punches in a decent manner.
With Ying Ning here, there shouldn't be any serious safety incidents.
"Yingning, Liuxian, I'll leave it to you."
Yingning said quickly: "It is my responsibility to protect the young master, please don't worry, mistress." But she was thinking in her heart that the young master might actually protect herself more often.
In addition to worrying about Chen Jianchen's safety, Mo Sanniang's other worry lies in the financial aspect.
The family moved into Jiangzhou City. Later, Mo Sanniang stopped spinning cloth and Liaozhai stopped opening. The family's livelihood basically disappeared. Every month, Chen Jianchen brought back some money for spending.
Mo Sanniang did not use up the money her son brought back. Except when Chen Jianchen was at home, she and Abao lived frugally on other days. They were very frugal.
——Of course, these situations were hidden from Chen Jianchen.
As time went by, I was able to accumulate some savings. However, when organizing Chen Jianchen's wedding, most of these savings were used up, and there was not much left.
"Abao, how much money do you have left?"
A Bao is responsible for the "financial power" of the family, and she manages all the accounts.
Abao made some calculations in his mind and soon came up with the answer: "There are still two pieces of eighty-five coins left."
Mo Sanniang frowned. This amount was obviously not enough. From Jiangzhou to the capital, it would cost two thousand dollars just for the travel expenses, and there were other food and drinks.
Fortunately, Chen Jianchen was also a junior student when he entered the Imperial College. Otherwise, how would he have been able to afford the expensive tuition fees?
There are so many worries, but none can compare to the worry of making a living.
Next to her, Lu Xiyue suddenly said: "Mother, I have ten silver ingots here, please take them all with me."
This money was also saved by her from running the Golden Needle Restaurant and from the past.
Hearing this, Mo Sanniang was overjoyed. She looked at her daughter-in-law, who was as beautiful as a flower and jade, and sighed: "I cherish our promise. I've suffered so much for you."
Lu Xiyue hurriedly said: "Mom, what are you talking about? Being able to marry your husband is a blessing that I have cultivated in my whole life. I don't know how happy I am. I can worry about my husband. The child is very happy. I will go to the bank to withdraw the money tomorrow.
come out."
After running out of savings, I will probably have to resign the two maids in a few days.
If you resign, just resign. You have hands and feet, and you don't need to be a shepherd or a female doctor anymore. You don't need anyone else to serve you. If you live a hard life, just be a little more miserable, but it will be fulfilling and happy.
Thinking of the time spent intimately with Chen Jianchen and the indescribable boudoir fun, Lu Xiyue couldn't help but have a heartfelt smile on her face.
——Many times, happiness is just such a satisfied smile.
Mo Sanian smiled and said: "Okay, it's settled. The Qian family will only leave a few dozen coins, and the rest will be given to Liu Xian to take with him."
As for maintaining the family's livelihood in the future, she needs to find another way. She will naturally return to her old business, spinning and selling cloth. You must know that living in the city requires money to go out, so her livelihood will inevitably be stretched and embarrassed in the future. But these,
Chen Jianchen must not let Chen Jianchen know, lest he be distracted and delay his studies.
Yingning held her chin with her hands, looking at this and that, a little puzzled, and thought to herself: Why are they worried that the young master has no money to spend? He has a lot of money.
I wanted to think about it, but I didn't say it out loud.
"Xi Yue, go and ask Liu Xian to come."
Lu Xiyue immediately got up and went to the study and called Chen Jianchen.
Chen Jianchen put down the book in his hand and said with a smile: "You all gathered in mother's room just now. What were you discussing."
Lu Xiyue replied: "For my husband's trip to Beijing...well, my mother asked you to come over and give me some instructions."
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"Liu Xian, you can rest assured and go to Beijing to study. We will take care of ourselves, so there is no need to worry."
"Yes, my husband, I will serve my mother well. As for the money, just use it as much as your husband needs."
You say something to me.
Chen Jianchen nodded repeatedly and could not reply.
At this time, Abao took out almost all the money at home and piled it all in front of Chen Jianchen. Except for the two big bunches, there were also many scattered ones.
Chen Jianchen was stunned: "What does this mean?"
Lu Xiyue said: "Ms. sir, I know there is not enough here. I will go to the bank to get ten strings tomorrow."
Chen Jianchen understood immediately and smiled brightly: "I'm going to the capital, I don't need to get money at home."
"Why not?"
Mo Sanniang spoke: "Liu Xian, I know you are filial. You managed to earn some money in the college and used it to support your family. But you have to understand that you are the backbone of this family now, so you can't be too miserable.
I’m tired. I’ve broken my bones from all the hard work, what should I do?”
As he spoke, his eyes turned red and tears fell down his cheeks.
In her opinion, the burden on her son's shoulders must be heavy if he has to shoulder the entire family by himself. Or maybe he never had a good meal at the college, otherwise why would he eat five large bowls of rice at home?
The wind and the remaining clouds are like the reincarnation of a hungry ghost.
How did Mo Sanniang know that her son's appetite was getting bigger and bigger now, mostly because he ate Daluo fruit and was growing like crazy. Don't forget, Chen Jianchen was only eighteen years old.
Chen Jianchen couldn't help but feel sad: "Mother, my child is really rich."
"I don't believe it."
Abao and Lu Xiyue looked at him helplessly, expressing doubts.
"Well, Yingning, go get the book and get the money."
I originally planned to take it out tomorrow, but now it seems that I have to bring it out in advance.
"OK."
Ying Ning went back in a hurry. After a while, he took the blood sandalwood book folding book and put it on the ground. He reached in and took it out. When he took it out again, there was a golden object in his white palm. Isn't it an ingot of gold ingot?
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The golden light was so dazzling that both Mo Sanniang and Abao felt that their eyes were dazzled. They had never come into contact with gold ingots, so they felt that they were really dazzled, so they rubbed their eyes.
Lu Xiyue was more experienced and did not show too much surprise. But when she saw Ying Ning constantly taking out gold ingots from the book, one ingot after another, her mouth slowly grew bigger.
Her breathing became thicker all of a sudden, her mouth was slightly soft, her face was bright and cute, and she looked very cute.
Seeing her expression, Chen Jianchen couldn't help but think of those beautiful scenes on the bed, when the couple was loving each other, and "the beautiful lady teaches how to play the flute here".
Alas, it seems that I am not pure anymore...
Ten ingots!
Finally, Yingning took out ten gold ingots from the bookcase and placed them in a row on the table.
These gold ingots customized by the imperial court are exquisite in shape and very sophisticated in casting. They are made of 90% gold material. They are yellow and clear, with a soft and beautiful light. When ten ingots are placed together, the seductive charm that penetrates the heart is simply unbelievable.
Even though he resisted, Po couldn't help but stretched out his little hand and touched it piece by piece to see if he was dreaming.
Mo Sanniang shouted out of control: "Liu Xian, you, what are you?"
Chen Jianchen coughed dryly: "Mother, this is all rewarded by the academic master to reward the children."
"ah!"
Mo Sanniang felt a little dizzy. She had never seen so much money, not even in her dreams. If Mo Sanniang knew the amount of "deposits" in Chen Jianchen's bank, I believe she would immediately
I'm really dizzy.
This is also the reason why Chen Jianchen didn't dare to tell the truth frankly. It was also difficult to explain after he did say it. There was really no need.
Having said that, Gu Xuezheng and a group of classmates did give Chen Jianchen some red envelopes, saying that they were gifts for him. It was a normal favor. Among them, Wang Fu and Xi Fangping gave the most. Wang Fu came from a good family, while Xi Fangping received
In exchange for material compensation from Wang Chenghuang, he got a fortune.
However, all the favors in total were only about ten pieces, scattered and placed in the blood sandalwood bookcase, and Ying Ning was too lazy to take them out.
With the gold ingot as proof, do I need any more copper coins and silver?
"Then, how come the academic master's reward is so generous?"
Chen Jianchen chuckled and said: "The child will have a bright future if he goes to the Imperial College. Mr. Gu said that the child's family is poor and it is difficult for him to study, so he provided a huge amount of money to support him."
This kind of thing is not uncommon. Some poor scholars with talent and potential will, if given the opportunity, receive help and support from wealthy people and even officials.
In other words, this can be regarded as a form of investment. When the poor scholar becomes successful in the future, the returns will not be small.
"What an official!"
Mo Sanniang burst into tears and her sleeves were wet.
Chen Jianchen coughed dryly: "Mother, these things must not be made public..."
"This mother is very sensible."
Yingning, who knew the truth, looked left and right: Hey, Yingning only looked and didn't speak. (To be continued)