Liu Tangxi did not see the "undercurrent" between Wei Hanzhou and Fuyao.
However, even if she saw it, she would only feel that Wei Hanzhou was at fault.
However, when Fuyao looked at Wei Hanzhou beside her, she subconsciously looked back at Wei Hanzhou.
He probably knew Liu Tangxi too well, so when Liu Tangxi looked over, Wei Hanzhou's expression had returned to normal, and he picked up a chopstick for Liu Tangxi.
Liu Tangxi smiled at him again.
She didn't want to eat too much this meal, but seeing that everyone was eating a lot, Wei Hanzhou gave her vegetables from time to time, and it was difficult for her to eat a few more bites.
After the meal, everyone got together again to talk.
With Wei Hanzhou here, everyone rested again, and the conversation gradually increased.
The third child Wei told Wei Hanzhou what happened at home in detail over the past year.
After speaking, he focused on what happened recently.
For example, the elder Wei and the fourth family of Wei wanted to come to the capital to join Wei Hanzhou, but they refused.
"The third, it's not easy for you to get the top spot in the exam, but don't be implicated by them. Your fourth uncle is not a student, you don't need to pay attention to him. Your eldest nephew from your uncle's family is not as good as your fourth uncle. You Although the fourth uncle can't study well, at least he doesn't mess with things, your eldest nephew has never done anything serious."
Liu Tangxi thought to himself, these people are not enough to see in front of Wei Hanzhou.
Although she didn't know what Wei Hanzhou was doing outside, she could sense that the recent muddy water in the courtroom must have something to do with him.
Because, every time Wei Hanzhou went to the shop with her, he would go to the teahouse opposite, and in that teahouse, she had seen Prince Jin and Fuping County Lord come out of it.
In addition, Wei Hanzhou never quietly went to the King Jin's mansion next door when she was in her house on the outskirts of Beijing.
"Don't worry, my son understands." Wei Hanzhou said.
Wei Laosan nodded: "Well, it's good that you have an idea."
Having said that, it is natural to bring up the most important things.
"I don't know how much money is needed per month to rent a house in the capital? How much is the house price? How much is one mu of fertile land?"
Hearing this, Liu Tangxi knew it. It seems that Wei Hanzhou was right before, and the third child wanted to move out. Moreover, there is no intention to take advantage of them at all.
Thinking that the family couldn't live together, Liu Tangxi felt very uncomfortable.
"Father, this house is not too small, why don't we all live together?" Liu Tangxi suggested.
Third Wei smiled and said, "No need, we discussed it before we came here. Your house is a gift from the emperor, and there are officials around here. Your brother and sister-in-law and I have to go to work or grow crops on weekdays. It's not very convenient to live in the same place with you."
They came to the capital with the intention of surviving for a long time. They must have a means of making a living. They cannot stay at home every day and wait for their third son to raise them.
None of them are scholars, and their means of making a living are all labor, which is out of tune with the surrounding atmosphere.
Not to mention that the third son's colleagues will laugh at the third son, even they themselves will feel uncomfortable.
"Father, I still have a few houses in the capital. If brothers and sisters feel crowded, they can live in my houses. Those houses are bigger than this one. You and mother will live with us." Liu Tangxi said again.
This time, Liu Tangxi was rejected by the Li family again: "No, your sister-in-law and the others have to work to earn money. No one at home can look after the children. I have to watch Zhonghang and the others."
Liu Tangxi frowned slightly, thinking to himself, this is also a problem.
Just as she was about to say something, Wei Hanzhou glanced at her, implying that she didn't need to say anything.
Liu Tangxi had to temporarily shut up.
"Father, how much money does the family have now?" Wei Hanzhou asked.
The third Wei said: "The family has saved a lot of money this year. In addition to this sale of land and trees, and the two of you gave them during the New Year and festivals, there are almost two hundred taels."
When Liu Tangxi heard that he had saved so much money, he was relieved. The money was enough to buy a house in the capital.
In fact, it’s not that easy for a farmer to make money. Like the three adults of Wei’s family, they make money together, and they live frugally. Wei’s third child is still exhausted, and he has only saved twenty taels for so many years. Now I can save so much because of Liu Tangxi's golden finger and Wei Hanzhou High School.
Wei Hanzhou pondered for a while and said, "This money is enough, and the house in the capital is not so expensive. You can buy two small yards on Yunxia Street."
Hearing this, Wei Laosan and others showed a relaxed look on their faces.
Beijing's housing prices are not that high.
"However, a house in the suburbs of Beijing is cheaper. With this money, you can buy a house in the suburbs of Beijing that is about the size of your hometown, and you can buy a few acres of land near the house."
These words came to the heart of the third third of Wei, and the third of Wei suddenly lit up, feeling that this idea was much better than the one just now.
In the final analysis, farming is his old job, he has confidence in this, and having land is like having roots and hope.
Moreover, they are also poor, and the capital is rich. They are as uncomfortable living here as they are messing into a place that does not belong to them.
"It's better to be closer to the capital. The elder brother and the second brother can walk to the capital in a quarter or two, and it is convenient to go to work." Wei Hanzhou said again.
Wei Daniel and Wei Erhu also relaxed a little.
You don't have to rent a house, you can find a place to work, and you can save money at home.
"Mother and sister-in-law grow some green vegetables in the yard or in the fields. Green vegetables in the countryside are not valuable, but they can be sold for a good price in the city. Embroidery can continue to be done, and more people in the capital buy it."
The Li family, the Zhang family and the Zhou family also instantly felt that they had a head start.
Liu Tangxi could clearly feel that everyone was relaxed.
This is all thanks to Wei Hanzhou.
Wei Hanzhou really knew his family, and he knew how to solve problems from the things that the family cared about the most. This is much better than what she had just thought.
Housing and livelihood issues are the top priorities. Once these are resolved, we will be able to settle down. However, there are more important things.
"These are not the most urgent things. You should also take care of Bosheng's affairs. Find a good gentleman for him first." Third Wei said.
The reason why he agreed to come to the capital was for the future of his family's children and grandchildren.
With the third son's high school champion, the family's lintel has obviously improved a lot. If the grandson can pass the exam as a scholar or a talent, their family can really change the lintel.
Wei Hanzhou said: "Don't worry, my son has already found a gentleman for Bosheng. That gentleman is a scholar and has some knowledge, but his luck is not good, and he is tired from his family, so he can't continue the test. After Bosheng rests for a few days, the son will leave. I took him there the next time I took a shower. Zhongxing is still young, so he will find someone to enlighten him next year."
As soon as they heard it was a lift, the eyes of Wei Laosan and Wei Daniel became excited.
Bo Sheng also stood up and thanked Wei Hanzhou.
Wei Erhu and Zhou Shi were very comfortable when they heard that their son's affairs were also arranged.
Wei Hanzhou was able to successfully pass the exam, all relying on the support of his parents and brothers and sisters for so many years, he will definitely not forget any of his nephews.
"And Fuyao and Shulan." Having said that, Wei Hanzhou paused and looked at Liu Tangxi.
Fuyao and Shulan
Everyone looked at Wei Hanzhou suspiciously, and then followed his gaze to Liu Tangxi.
This matter was discussed by Liu Tangxi and Wei Hanzhou.
Wei Hanzhou didn't mention it, it was Liu Tangxi's decision.
Looking at everyone's eyes, Liu Tangxi glanced at Fuyao and Shulan, and said with a smile: "Our Hou residence has an ethnic study, which specializes in teaching girls' families, including piano, chess, calligraphy and painting, and the Liu family and relatives' girls. Now there are six or seven little girls inside. I went back to my parents’ house and told my mother a few days ago that Fuyao and Shulan would also go inside and learn from it.”
Hearing this, everyone's faces showed a look of astonishment, and they didn't speak for a long time.
Although they heard that girls from big families can also study, they never thought that girls from their own families could also have such an opportunity.
Fuyao was the first to react. She excitedly ran to Liu Tangxi and asked, "Aunt San, can I really go to school like my big brother?"
Liu Tangxi touched her hair and nodded, "Of course you can."
Fu Yao jumped up excitedly.
This year, she didn't learn much new knowledge, so her eldest brother would say a few words to her when he was free, unlike when he read with her aunt. Now that she can continue to study, she is naturally happy.
Zhou Shi was also very excited, but—
"I don't know how much Shu Xiu is?" Zhou shi asked cautiously.
Although she was also heartbroken, the situation at home was here. Now everyone wants to pay for Bo Sheng, and next year they will pay for Bo Sheng and their son, so there is not much spare money.
It's not that she doesn't love her daughter, but after all, it is the man in this world who can change his family's destiny by studying and taking the imperial examinations. Even if the girl's family has read the top, what can they do? It is nothing more than being praised for being a talented woman, marrying a good family, and not being an official. And if you want to marry a good family, it is better than the brothers in the family who can improve the lintel, and the people who marry are better.
Zhang Shi also looked over.
Hearing this, Fu Yao's smile suddenly drooped down.
Liu Tangxi shook her hand, looked at Mrs. Zhou and Mrs. Zhang, and said, "You don't need to tie the repairs. The female gentleman of the Hou Mansion is enshrined in the Hou Mansion all the year round. Sometimes there are many girls, sometimes there are fewer girls. There are many girls. They teach a few more, and girls teach less."
The smile that Fuyao had just dropped rose again.
Although the third child of Wei is also happy for his granddaughter, he has more consideration.
"That's the Hou Mansion, wouldn't it be inappropriate for them to go?"
After all, this is the daughter-in-law's maiden's home, and these poor relatives have passed by, isn't it like fighting the autumn wind.
The daughter-in-law is very kind to their family, they can't get an inch and ask for more.
Liu Tangxi said: "There's nothing wrong with that. My mother is in charge of that family, and my aunt's family relatives in the next room will go there. Fuyao and Shulan are my nieces, and my mother agreed, so of course they went. Got it."
Although the third third Wei had long known that his daughter-in-law was a girl from the Hou Mansion, he never thought of relying on this daughter-in-law, nor did he want to take advantage of the Hou Mansion.
However, the matter mentioned by the daughter-in-law involves the future of the granddaughters.
He couldn't help but refuse.
However, he will definitely repay.
"Eldest and second, thank you for your third siblings. Without your third siblings, how could Fuyao and Shulan find such a good place to study." Third third Wei looked at his sons and daughters-in-law.
Wei Daniu, Wei Erhu, Zhang Shi and Zhou Shi hurriedly stood up and said a few words of thanks.
However, because they are also honest people and live in the countryside all the year round, they can't say anything fancy.
"You guys must remember, this is what the third daughter-in-law begged for you. There are also Fuyao and Shulan. If you have any prospects in the future and marry a good family, you must remember your third aunt. Kindness."
"Got it, grandpa."
Liu Tangxi felt that Third Wei's remarks seemed a bit raw, but he was also very moved by what he said.
"Dad, you're welcome, we are all a family. I watched Fuyao and Shulan grow up. Now that I have the opportunity, I hope they can live well."
"The third daughter-in-law, you don't need to say more, it's your kindness to let them go to the Hou Mansion to study, but they can't help but be grateful."
He was also afraid that the third daughter-in-law would be too good to his children and grandchildren, and he would develop them into the disposition of white-eyed wolves.
"Master, don't worry, I will study hard and repay the third aunt." Fuyao patted his chest and said.
Zhang's mouth is stupid, and Shu Lan is not very good at speaking.
Mrs Zhang was a little anxious and pushed her daughter.
Shu Lan looked at her mother, then at Fu Yao, and said, "I'm just like the big sister."
Third Wei nodded with satisfaction.
Soon, the medicine was ready, and after Li Shi and others finished taking the medicine, they went back to rest.
After Liu Tangxi and Wei Hanzhou settled them properly, they also returned to the house.
After returning to the house, Liu Tangxi was still thinking about things.
The third child Wei just said that he should live here first and move out after he buys a suitable house.
Moreover, it is said that he will go out to find work tomorrow morning.
After pondering for a long time, Liu Tangxi said, "Master, there is—"
Before he could finish speaking, Wei Hanzhou hugged him from behind.
Wei Hanzhou buried his head on Liu Tangxi's shoulder and said, "Xixi, thank you."
Hearing this, Liu Tangxi's heartbeat suddenly accelerated.
I thought to myself, what is Wei Hanzhou doing, why is it suddenly so sensational today.
"Your Excellency, you're welcome, Fuyao and Shulan are good-looking and good at learning, so they can't be buried, right? They are too young, and embroidering at home every day is going to be a waste, so it's better to read more books." Liu Tangxi thought that Wei Hanzhou was referring to this. thing.
Unexpectedly, Wei Hanzhou said, "I don't know when you sent the carriage to pick up your parents and the others."
"I thought that my parents were getting old, Shu Lan Zhongxing was too young, and there was an idle carriage in the Hou residence, so I went back to discuss it with my mother." Liu Tangxi explained.
"Yeah." Wei Hanzhou responded.
"You don't blame me for not telling you in advance, do you?" Liu Tangxi asked, "I thought it wasn't a big deal, but you've been too busy recently, so I didn't tell you."
In fact, Liu Tangxi forgot to mention this to Wei Hanzhou.
Wei Hanzhou found that the lady really regarded his family as family.
And, oddly enough, the lady did these things without thinking about him at all. Even now to explain, he is not mentioned.
To be precise, she didn't do these things because of him, she wanted to do it herself.
Originally, he was very moved by the lady's actions, but when he thought about it, he felt very uncomfortable.
Thinking about it carefully, when Niangzi first arrived at their house, she had the best relationship with her, and a good relationship with her sisters-in-law, but her attitude toward him was not very good.
The relationship between the two of them gradually improved after they arrived in the capital, and the lady became more and more dependent on him.
When in the village, Niangzi never relied on him.
So, Niangzi started to rely on him because no one in her family was around
Now that the parents have entered Beijing, the lady will not be the same as before, right
Wei Hanzhou suddenly felt a sense of crisis, and the circle was tighter.
Liu Tangxi felt that Wei Hanzhou was holding him too tightly, which made him uncomfortable, and she still had something to tell him.
So, looking down at Wei Hanzhou's hand, Liu Tangxi raised his hand and broke it.
"Relax, I have something to tell you."
Although somewhat reluctant, Wei Hanzhou let go.
When Liu Tangxi turned around, Wei Hanzhou had already restrained the loss on his face, and returned to his usual aloofness.
"What's the matter?"
"Actually, I've been thinking about this for a long time, and I haven't figured out what to do."
Hearing this, Wei Hanzhou's expression became more solemn, and he took Liu Tangxi's hand and sat on the couch beside him.
"If you have troubles, you can tell me, don't hold it in your heart, lest you be suffocated."
Liu Tangxi took off her shoes, sat cross-legged on the couch, looked at Wei Hanzhou, and said, "That's it, did Dad just say that he will go find work with the two brothers tomorrow?"
When he heard that it was related to his family again, a strange look appeared on Wei Hanzhou's face.
However, he still responded: "Yeah."
His father did say it just now.
Moreover, he will take a bath tomorrow and plan to go with them.
"As you know, I have a lot of shops, houses and fields, and naturally I need more manpower. You said, can you let Dad and the others go to my shop or the village to help?"
Wei Hanzhou didn't speak, he seemed to be thinking.
Liu Tangxi pondered for a while, and continued: "It's just, in this case, we may be impeached by the censor. In fact, the best way is to let our parents live with us and do nothing. But look at your father's temperament. , it doesn't look like you want to relax."
She felt that the third child Wei and Mrs. Li didn't have to do anything, just rest at home, and go out for a stroll when they were all right.
But just after hearing what Third Wei said, he didn't seem to have such plans.
In fact, now that Wei Hanzhou has become an official, the family does not have to worry about food and clothing, as long as the third Wei and Mrs. Li enjoy their happiness with them.
But she also knows that some people like to be at home when they get old, while others like to do some work to feel comfortable.
Moreover, looking at their uncomfortable appearance today, Liu Tangxi can also feel that they may not be comfortable in such an arrangement.
"You already have an idea? Talk about it." Wei Hanzhou looked at Liu Tangxi and said.
Liu Tangxi pursed her lips and said her thoughts.
"It's like this, didn't my parents always sell candied gourd before? I have a branch at the gate of the city, and it will open soon. I thought, my parents can go to my shop and watch everyone make candied gourd. Brothers and sisters, they You can also go to help. Or, go to Zhuangzi to help. You know, there are not many people I can trust, and there are many deceitful managers at the bottom. There is a manager Wang in front, and there will be more managers. Brothers, they are people I can trust."
These tasks are very easy, and they are familiar to the third Wei, and they can pass the time.
Wei Hanzhou pondered for a long time and said, "It's not right."
Liu Tangxi's face showed disappointment.
Wei Hanzhou raised his hand and took her into his arms, saying, "I know that the lady has a good heart and wants to make more money for my parents, but my father will not agree to this. Besides, they are new to the shop, so it is not suitable for them to be in the shop. It’s not feasible to sell candied haws here. And, as Niangzi said, the censor will also make a big fuss.”
She knew that the lady was kind, but others would only say that her daughter-in-law hired her father-in-law to make money for her, and he didn't want her to be misunderstood.
Hearing these words, Liu Tangxi was even more lost, sighed, and said, "Hey, okay."
"However, my father has indeed cultivated land for decades and has experience in this area. Although the things grown in the capital and at home are different, the experience is almost the same. If you look at it more, you can always learn. Instead of helping in the shop, it is better to let Dad may be happier when he goes back to his old business."
Liu Tangxi's mood improved all of a sudden, came out of Wei Hanzhou's arms, and looked at him.
"So, what do you mean?"
Wei Hanzhou said: "It's not easy to settle down in the capital, and Dad and the others are used to living in the village, so, as I said just now, I plan to buy a house for Dad outside the city and a few acres of land. Wait. After Dad is familiar with the farming here, you can ask Dad to help take a look at the land on Niangzizhuangzi."
Liu Tangxi felt that what Wei Hanzhou said was very reasonable, and nodded in agreement.
"As for brother and sister-in-law... It's really not a long-term solution for my brother to do hard work all the time, but you can go to the shop to experience it. In the future, it would be good to open a shop by yourself, or to start a small business."
Hearing this, Liu Tangxi nodded in agreement and said, "Isn't it true, that's what I think too. We're doing well now, but thinking that my parents, brothers and sisters are still tired, I'm not at ease. My mother is getting old, and it’s not good for the health of my brothers to do cool work all the time, and they will be troublesome when they get old. It just so happens that I have a lot of shops, so they can go wherever they want.”
Wei Hanzhou looked at Liu Tangxi.
She is really thinking about his family seriously, taking all aspects into consideration. Moreover, not only the present, but also the future.
"Thank you, lady."
"Thank you, you're polite. However, it's not easy for me to say this. I'd better go with my husband." After speaking, Liu Tangxi thought that Wei Laosan and the others were going to find work tomorrow, and felt a little anxious and urged, "You'd better discuss it with your father now and let them think about it."
Wei Hanzhou saw that the lady was more concerned about his family than he was, and his heart was really mixed. He wanted to say it early tomorrow morning, thinking that he would not have to get up early tomorrow, and take a good time with the lady at night. Speaking of which, if he didn't go, he would seem too careless.
So, he had no choice but to say: "Okay."
Half an hour later, Liu Tangxi had already taken a shower and was about to fall asleep in bed when Wei Hanzhou came back.
Almost as soon as Wei Hanzhou entered the door, Liu Tangxi woke up.
She rubbed her eyes and asked angrily, "How is it? What did Dad say?"
Wei Hanzhou took off his clothes, walked over, and said, "Dad and brother said they wanted to discuss it. Let's go to bed first, and we'll talk about it tomorrow."
"Oh, good." After speaking, Liu Tangxi lay down again, closed her eyes and fell asleep. ,,