Webster privately picked and picked the friends Zhuang Jing knew, and finally, like a wave rushing through the sand, he picked out four or five officials and daughters of the same age, good character, and no conflicts of interest. Zhuang Jing suddenly It's even more frustrating.
Webster privately picked and picked the friends Zhuang Jing knew, and finally, like a wave rushing through the sand, he picked out four or five officials and daughters of the same age, good character, and no conflicts of interest. Zhuang Jing suddenly It's even more frustrating.
There were almost seven or eight days left, which was enough for her to make preparations. Taking advantage of her free time in these few days, she wanted to visit Du Hong. In fact, she had wanted to do so for a long time, but she just couldn't find the time. She would go out to socialize later. There was even less time, and she could only find time in these seven or eight days.
"What do you mean by asking them? They are all stuffy gourds who only know how to laugh but not talk. No matter what ideas I come up with, they always say 'it doesn't matter', or else they just 'just follow my sister's wishes'." If you ask them to come up with ideas, it becomes 'I have never had any ideas, please don't come to me, my sister' or 'I don't understand this, please go find someone else to play with my sister', which is the most boring thing."
Hua Zhuo blushed.
In fact, if you think about it carefully, this is a bit unfair to Hua Zhuo. Based on her status, she should have been in the circle of wealthy women. However, since she has made her become the daughter-in-law of the banker, she can only be in the circle of the daughter of an official. The circle was spinning.
However, after sending Zhuang Jing away, Hua Zhuo felt a little regretful. There was something fishy about the Jingzhong Restaurant. Rongantang couldn't even save several houses. How did he save the restaurant? She rashly placed the invitation at a Jingzhong restaurant, not knowing whether it would draw attention or cause any trouble. But now that I have agreed, I can't go back on my word. I can only ask shopkeeper Fang Da to be tight-lipped and not leak it out.
Although Zhuang Jing is the niece of the Minister of Civil Affairs, she would not be able to book the Qiushui Terrace, and she would be so greedy for it.
Zhuang Jing loves to be lively by nature, but the ladies selected by Webster all have the kind of weak and unintentional temperament. They are also timid and timid, and will never do anything a little out of the ordinary. I don’t even dare to mention it at all.
"Wan'er still remembers me." Hua Zhuo took the letter with a look of shame on his face, "I have never written a letter to her since I came to Beijing."
Hua Zhuo blushed.
After handling trivial matters like this for a few days, Hua Zhuo went to see Du Hong.
"Sure, but let's make an agreement first. I want to set the place at Jingzhong Restaurant, and you, the big boss, will leave the best Qiushui Courtyard for us." Zhuang Jing agreed immediately, but with a roll of his eyes, he started to put forward conditions.
Zhuang Jing had no choice but to leave Wei's place and went to Hua Zhuo to ask for a date. Hua Zhuo turned over the imperial calendar and counted the days for making clothes and making jewelry, and said: "It will be around October 20th. Look at the sky, if it’s Jingtian, you can leave a message for them.”
Du Hong was on his holiday today. Ah Fu had been here earlier. Knowing that Hua Zhuo was coming today, he stayed at home and did not go out. When he heard a knock on the door, he asked the bookboy Du Ping to make tea and opened the door himself. When Hua Zhuo walked in, he was stunned and said with a smile: "Why are you dressing up like a boy again? Are you not afraid of making people laugh?"
Webster slapped her on the back of the head and said: "Don't be angry. Most of the sisters you met in Beijing have parents who are high-ranking officials in various ministries. Don't you know what this official in the capital is like? He always looks down on the local government." Officials, even the seventh-rank Beijing officials, don’t look squarely at the fourth- and fifth-rank local officials. If you didn’t have an uncle who was the minister of the Ministry of Personnel, who among them would pay attention to the daughter of the fourth-rank county governor? Zhuoer Although she is a daughter of a wealthy family of the Hua family, she is not from the same family after all, and her father is a fifth-grade governor. If we rashly invite those Shunuan people in the capital, who would be willing to put down their dignity and associate with her? At most, they can meet her once to satisfy their curiosity. I will never come again. It is better to invite a few high-status and soft-tempered people first, and let you come out to invite them. They are always embarrassed to refuse. Zhuoer is not without means to win them over. Whenever there are any activities in the future, follow them. Together, no one will reject her."
"What do you mean by asking them? They are all stuffy gourds who only know how to laugh but not talk. No matter what ideas I come up with, they always say 'it doesn't matter', or else they just 'just follow my sister's wishes'." If you ask them to come up with ideas, it becomes 'I have never had any ideas, please don't come to me, my sister' or 'I don't understand this, please go find someone else to play with my sister', which is the most boring thing."
She felt a little sorry for her father. It was a coincidence that just yesterday, she also received a letter from Huainan Mansion. The letter was answered by Fang. Hua Xu was so busy that he had no time to reply to her. However, he did have some clues about Feng Pei. Hua Xu said that once He had seen the figure of Feng Pei in any book in the study. He had read it when he was a child. He couldn't remember which book it was. He didn't know if the figure was the same as the one Hua Zhuo got. He didn't know at the moment. I spent time rummaging around in the study, and could only wait for Hua Zhuo to go back and go look for it myself.
She felt a little sorry for her father. It was a coincidence that just yesterday, she also received a letter from Huainan Mansion. The letter was answered by Fang. Hua Xu was so busy that he had no time to reply to her. However, he did have some clues about Feng Pei. Hua Xu said that once He had seen the figure of Feng Pei in any book in the study. He had read it when he was a child. He couldn't remember which book it was. He didn't know if the figure was the same as the one Hua Zhuo got. He didn't know at the moment. I spent time rummaging around in the study, and could only wait for Hua Zhuo to go back and go look for it myself.
There were almost seven or eight days left, which was enough for her to make preparations. Taking advantage of her free time in these few days, she wanted to visit Du Hong. In fact, she had wanted to do so for a long time, but she just couldn't find the time. She would go out to socialize later. There was even less time, and she could only find time in these seven or eight days.
"Don't worry. Although you lost your appearance in order to build the river embankment, what you did was actually a matter of great benefit to the country and the people. When the river embankment is repaired, your contribution will last forever and the court will definitely reward you..." Du Hong raised his lips. , "I heard that there are people in the court who admire your husband very much. I'm afraid it won't be long before your husband is expected to be promoted. By then, sister Hua, your situation will be much better."
Du Hong heard Hua Zhuo's hidden meaning and smiled: "You are making fun of me..."
Hua Zhuo blushed.
"Brother Du... ahem... if you have time, you might as well get close to Brother Zhuang Shi. He studied under Sun Tong, a great scholar of the time. If there is a chance, Brother Du, you might also be able to get guidance from the great scholar..."
Wei Shi obviously had more profound thoughts than his daughter. After all, Zhuang Jing herself was an outsider. Although her innocent and lively temperament allowed her to get along well in the gentle circles in Beijing, it would not necessarily be possible for an outsider to bring another outsider. She can be popular, not to mention that Hua Zhuo's temperament is still a bit serious. It is better to let Hua Zhuo break into that circle with his own ability, so she carefully selected a few whose fathers were in high positions but who themselves were A daughter of an official but with a soft temper. This kind of girl is not only a wealthy person but also has a good nature. She is most suitable for someone like Hua Zhuo, who is not a high-ranking person and is an outsider, to get in touch with her.
"Master Du..."
While talking, he invited Hua Zhuo into the living room. The bookboy Du Ping made tea and ran to the side to joke with Ah Fu.
"Sure, but let's make an agreement first. I want to set the place at Jingzhong Restaurant, and you, the big boss, will leave the best Qiushui Courtyard for us." Zhuang Jing agreed immediately, but with a roll of his eyes, he started to put forward conditions.
In fact, if you think about it carefully, this is a bit unfair to Hua Zhuo. Based on her status, she should have been in the circle of wealthy women. However, since she has made her become the daughter-in-law of the banker, she can only be in the circle of the daughter of an official. The circle was spinning.
She felt a little sorry for her father. It was a coincidence that just yesterday, she also received a letter from Huainan Mansion. The letter was answered by Fang. Hua Xu was so busy that he had no time to reply to her. However, he did have some clues about Feng Pei. Hua Xu said that once He had seen the figure of Feng Pei in any book in the study. He had read it when he was a child. He couldn't remember which book it was. He didn't know if the figure was the same as the one Hua Zhuo got. He didn't know at the moment. I spent time rummaging around in the study, and could only wait for Hua Zhuo to go back and go look for it myself.
The people who asked this question were naturally Hua Xu and Fang. Hua Zhuo smiled and said, "My mother is in good health, but my father is busy building river embankments. He runs around every day and loses weight."
After chatting for a while, Hua Zhuo coyly revealed the reason for her visit today.
In fact, if you think about it carefully, this is a bit unfair to Hua Zhuo. Based on her status, she should have been in the circle of wealthy women. However, since she has made her become the daughter-in-law of the banker, she can only be in the circle of the daughter of an official. The circle was spinning.
"What do you mean by asking them? They are all stuffy gourds who only know how to laugh but not talk. No matter what ideas I come up with, they always say 'it doesn't matter', or else they just 'just follow my sister's wishes'." If you ask them to come up with ideas, it becomes 'I have never had any ideas, please don't come to me, my sister' or 'I don't understand this, please go find someone else to play with my sister', which is the most boring thing."
"Okay, I'll go give them a break and fix a date first, lest they agree to someone else's invitation..."
Du Hong smiled and said: "My little sister is not such a fussy person..." After a pause, he said again: "How are you doing, sir and madam?".
"Okay, I'll go give them a break and fix a date first, lest they agree to someone else's invitation..."
In addition to this, Mrs. Fang also tried her best to get her to return to Huainan Mansion as soon as possible. She was really worried about her daughter being alone in Beijing. Her deep concern filled every line of her words, making Hua Zhuo almost cry. She also wanted to go back, but she couldn't get out of the current situation. Hua Yiren was right. She had to resolve the matter about her ancestors by herself after all. The fifteenth aunt couldn't stand in her way for too long, and She couldn't bring the trouble back to Huainan Mansion and make her parents even more worried.
Du Hong was startled for a moment, then he said with a smile, "Don't worry, I know."
"Master Du..."
"Don't worry. Although you lost your appearance in order to build the river embankment, what you did was actually a matter of great benefit to the country and the people. When the river embankment is repaired, your contribution will last forever and the court will definitely reward you..." Du Hong raised his lips. , "I heard that there are people in the court who admire your husband very much. I'm afraid it won't be long before your husband is expected to be promoted. By then, sister Hua, your situation will be much better."
Zhuang Jing had no choice but to leave Wei's place and went to Hua Zhuo to ask for a date. Hua Zhuo turned over the imperial calendar and counted the days for making clothes and making jewelry, and said: "It will be around October 20th. Look at the sky, if it’s Jingtian, you can leave a message for them.”
Wei Shi obviously had more profound thoughts than his daughter. After all, Zhuang Jing herself was an outsider. Although her innocent and lively temperament allowed her to get along well in the gentle circles in Beijing, it would not necessarily be possible for an outsider to bring another outsider. She can be popular, not to mention that Hua Zhuo's temperament is still a bit serious. It is better to let Hua Zhuo break into that circle with his own ability, so she carefully selected a few whose fathers were in high positions but who themselves were A daughter of an official but with a soft temper. This kind of girl is not only a wealthy person but also has a good nature. She is most suitable for someone like Hua Zhuo, who is not a high-ranking person and is an outsider, to get in touch with her.
The people who asked this question were naturally Hua Xu and Fang. Hua Zhuo smiled and said, "My mother is in good health, but my father is busy building river embankments. He runs around every day and loses weight."
How good Du Hong's talents and learning are, you will know if he can pass the shujishi exam, but how good Zhuang Zheng's talents and learning are, Hua Zhuo is not sure. Although Zhuang Jing praises his second brother like a literary star in the sky, but who knows Is it an exaggeration? That’s why she wanted Du Hong to take the exam for Zhuang Zheng. If Zhuang Zheng was really as extraordinary as Zhuang Jing said, no, as long as he was half as good as Zhuang Jing said, in the future, in front of the fifteenth aunt, she would You can now defend Zhuang Zheng with confidence.
"I hope so."
There were almost seven or eight days left, which was enough for her to make preparations. Taking advantage of her free time in these few days, she wanted to visit Du Hong. In fact, she had wanted to do so for a long time, but she just couldn't find the time. She would go out to socialize later. There was even less time, and she could only find time in these seven or eight days.
"Brother Du... ahem... if you have time, you might as well get close to Brother Zhuang Shi. He studied under Sun Tong, a great scholar of the time. If there is a chance, Brother Du, you might also be able to get guidance from the great scholar..."
Du Hong was startled for a moment, then he said with a smile, "Don't worry, I know."
"Sure, but let's make an agreement first. I want to set the place at Jingzhong Restaurant, and you, the big boss, will leave the best Qiushui Courtyard for us." Zhuang Jing agreed immediately, but with a roll of his eyes, he started to put forward conditions.
After handling trivial matters like this for a few days, Hua Zhuo went to see Du Hong.
Obviously, Du Hong is a sensible person. He not only knows about Hua Xu's situation, but also knows about Hua Zhuo's situation.
In addition to this, Mrs. Fang also tried her best to get her to return to Huainan Mansion as soon as possible. She was really worried about her daughter being alone in Beijing. Her deep concern filled every line of her words, making Hua Zhuo almost cry. She also wanted to go back, but she couldn't get out of the current situation. Hua Yiren was right. She had to resolve the matter about her ancestors by herself after all. The fifteenth aunt couldn't stand in her way for too long, and She couldn't bring the trouble back to Huainan Mansion and make her parents even more worried.
"Actually, if you don't come today, I will go look for you..." Du Hong took out a letter, "I received a letter from my little sister the day before yesterday, and I also sent a letter to you."
After handling trivial matters like this for a few days, Hua Zhuo went to see Du Hong.
"Sure, but let's make an agreement first. I want to set the place at Jingzhong Restaurant, and you, the big boss, will leave the best Qiushui Courtyard for us." Zhuang Jing agreed immediately, but with a roll of his eyes, he started to put forward conditions.
Hua Zhuo chuckled and said, "You've been thinking about this for a long time, right? I'll let Shopkeeper Fang Da keep the Qiushui Terrace."
After chatting for a while, Hua Zhuo coyly revealed the reason for her visit today.
"Master Du..."
How good Du Hong's talents and learning are, you will know if he can pass the shujishi exam, but how good Zhuang Zheng's talents and learning are, Hua Zhuo is not sure. Although Zhuang Jing praises his second brother like a literary star in the sky, but who knows Is it an exaggeration? That’s why she wanted Du Hong to take the exam for Zhuang Zheng. If Zhuang Zheng was really as extraordinary as Zhuang Jing said, no, as long as he was half as good as Zhuang Jing said, in the future, in front of the fifteenth aunt, she would You can now defend Zhuang Zheng with confidence.
Although Zhuang Jing is the niece of the Minister of Civil Affairs, she would not be able to book the Qiushui Terrace, and she would be so greedy for it.
"Actually, if you don't come today, I will go look for you..." Du Hong took out a letter, "I received a letter from my little sister the day before yesterday, and I also sent a letter to you."
"Actually, if you don't come today, I will go look for you..." Du Hong took out a letter, "I received a letter from my little sister the day before yesterday, and I also sent a letter to you."
However, after sending Zhuang Jing away, Hua Zhuo felt a little regretful. There was something fishy about the Jingzhong Restaurant. Rongantang couldn't even save several houses. How did he save the restaurant? She rashly placed the invitation at a Jingzhong restaurant, not knowing whether it would draw attention or cause any trouble. But now that I have agreed, I can't go back on my word. I can only ask shopkeeper Fang Da to be tight-lipped and not leak it out.
There were almost seven or eight days left, which was enough for her to make preparations. Taking advantage of her free time in these few days, she wanted to visit Du Hong. In fact, she had wanted to do so for a long time, but she just couldn't find the time. She would go out to socialize later. There was even less time, and she could only find time in these seven or eight days.
Jingzhong Restaurant occupies the best location next to Taiye Pond. The entire restaurant covers an area of several acres. Four high platforms are built next to Taiye Pond. This Qiushui Terrace has the slogan "The falling clouds and the solitary swans fly together" on the door couplet. It became famous for a time due to the poem "Autumn water always has the same color as the sky" and became the first choice place for literati to gather. It is said that the walls, pillars and even the window paper of the entire Qiu Shui Terrace are covered with poems and paintings, many of which The calligraphy of a famous Confucian and talented scholar in the world.
Hua Zhuo chuckled and said, "You've been thinking about this for a long time, right? I'll let Shopkeeper Fang Da keep the Qiushui Terrace."
Webster slapped her on the back of the head and said: "Don't be angry. Most of the sisters you met in Beijing have parents who are high-ranking officials in various ministries. Don't you know what this official in the capital is like? He always looks down on the local government." Officials, even the seventh-rank Beijing officials, don’t look squarely at the fourth- and fifth-rank local officials. If you didn’t have an uncle who was the minister of the Ministry of Personnel, who among them would pay attention to the daughter of the fourth-rank county governor? Zhuoer Although she is a daughter of a wealthy family of the Hua family, she is not from the same family after all, and her father is a fifth-grade governor. If we rashly invite those Shunuan people in the capital, who would be willing to put down their dignity and associate with her? At most, they can meet her once to satisfy their curiosity. I will never come again. It is better to invite a few high-status and soft-tempered people first, and let you come out to invite them. They are always embarrassed to refuse. Zhuoer is not without means to win them over. Whenever there are any activities in the future, follow them. Together, no one will reject her."
Although Zhuang Jing is the niece of the Minister of Civil Affairs, she would not be able to book the Qiushui Terrace, and she would be so greedy for it.
The people who asked this question were naturally Hua Xu and Fang. Hua Zhuo smiled and said, "My mother is in good health, but my father is busy building river embankments. He runs around every day and loses weight."
It was rare for Du Hong to see Hua Zhuo looking so shy, and he couldn't help but laugh.
"Wan'er still remembers me." Hua Zhuo took the letter with a look of shame on his face, "I have never written a letter to her since I came to Beijing."
Webster privately picked and picked the friends Zhuang Jing knew, and finally, like a wave rushing through the sand, he picked out four or five officials and daughters of the same age, good character, and no conflicts of interest. Zhuang Jing suddenly It's even more frustrating.
Du Hong heard Hua Zhuo's hidden meaning and smiled: "You are making fun of me..."
Looking at that expression, one can clearly hear that Hua Zhuo's focus is on the first half of the sentence, "Get close to Brother Zhuang Shi." How is that a way to get close? Naturally, from knowledge to character, everything needs to be close to him.
However, after sending Zhuang Jing away, Hua Zhuo felt a little regretful. There was something fishy about the Jingzhong Restaurant. Rongantang couldn't even save several houses. How did he save the restaurant? She rashly placed the invitation at a Jingzhong restaurant, not knowing whether it would draw attention or cause any trouble. But now that I have agreed, I can't go back on my word. I can only ask shopkeeper Fang Da to be tight-lipped and not leak it out.
She felt a little sorry for her father. It was a coincidence that just yesterday, she also received a letter from Huainan Mansion. The letter was answered by Fang. Hua Xu was so busy that he had no time to reply to her. However, he did have some clues about Feng Pei. Hua Xu said that once He had seen the figure of Feng Pei in any book in the study. He had read it when he was a child. He couldn't remember which book it was. He didn't know if the figure was the same as the one Hua Zhuo got. He didn't know at the moment. I spent time rummaging around in the study, and could only wait for Hua Zhuo to go back and go look for it myself.
Obviously, Du Hong is a sensible person. He not only knows about Hua Xu's situation, but also knows about Hua Zhuo's situation.
Obviously, Du Hong is a sensible person. He not only knows about Hua Xu's situation, but also knows about Hua Zhuo's situation.
"What do you mean by asking them? They are all stuffy gourds who only know how to laugh but not talk. No matter what ideas I come up with, they always say 'it doesn't matter', or else they just 'just follow my sister's wishes'." If you ask them to come up with ideas, it becomes 'I have never had any ideas, please don't come to me, my sister' or 'I don't understand this, please go find someone else to play with my sister', which is the most boring thing."
"Brother Du... ahem... if you have time, you might as well get close to Brother Zhuang Shi. He studied under Sun Tong, a great scholar of the time. If there is a chance, Brother Du, you might also be able to get guidance from the great scholar..."
Although Zhuang Jing is the niece of the Minister of Civil Affairs, she would not be able to book the Qiushui Terrace, and she would be so greedy for it.
After handling trivial matters like this for a few days, Hua Zhuo went to see Du Hong.
However, after sending Zhuang Jing away, Hua Zhuo felt a little regretful. There was something fishy about the Jingzhong Restaurant. Rongantang couldn't even save several houses. How did he save the restaurant? She rashly placed the invitation at a Jingzhong restaurant, not knowing whether it would draw attention or cause any trouble. But now that I have agreed, I can't go back on my word. I can only ask shopkeeper Fang Da to be tight-lipped and not leak it out.
After handling trivial matters like this for a few days, Hua Zhuo went to see Du Hong.
After chatting for a while, Hua Zhuo coyly revealed the reason for her visit today.
Du Hong was startled for a moment, then he said with a smile, "Don't worry, I know."
How good Du Hong's talents and learning are, you will know if he can pass the shujishi exam, but how good Zhuang Zheng's talents and learning are, Hua Zhuo is not sure. Although Zhuang Jing praises his second brother like a literary star in the sky, but who knows Is it an exaggeration? That’s why she wanted Du Hong to take the exam for Zhuang Zheng. If Zhuang Zheng was really as extraordinary as Zhuang Jing said, no, as long as he was half as good as Zhuang Jing said, in the future, in front of the fifteenth aunt, she would You can now defend Zhuang Zheng with confidence.
Du Hong was on his holiday today. Ah Fu had been here earlier. Knowing that Hua Zhuo was coming today, he stayed at home and did not go out. When he heard a knock on the door, he asked the bookboy Du Ping to make tea and opened the door himself. When Hua Zhuo walked in, he was stunned and said with a smile: "Why are you dressing up like a boy again? Are you not afraid of making people laugh?"
Following Hua Zhuo were Qiqiao and Ah Fu. They bowed and stepped aside.
While talking, he invited Hua Zhuo into the living room. The bookboy Du Ping made tea and ran to the side to joke with Ah Fu.
Following Hua Zhuo were Qiqiao and Ah Fu. They bowed and stepped aside.
Although Du Hong passed the Shujishi examination and has a bright future, he is still in the learning stage. In addition, he always keeps a low profile, so he only lives in a rented single-family courtyard with neighbors on the left and right. They were all ordinary people, and there was a private school across the street. When Hua Zhuo came in a sedan chair, he heard childish voices coming from the private school. He was following the teacher and reciting "Zhao Qian, Sun Li, Zhou" one by one. King Wu Zheng".
"Okay, I'll go give them a break and fix a date first, lest they agree to someone else's invitation..."
In fact, if you think about it carefully, this is a bit unfair to Hua Zhuo. Based on her status, she should have been in the circle of wealthy women. However, since she has made her become the daughter-in-law of the banker, she can only be in the circle of the daughter of an official. The circle was spinning.
"Actually, if you don't come today, I will go look for you..." Du Hong took out a letter, "I received a letter from my little sister the day before yesterday, and I also sent a letter to you."
The people who asked this question were naturally Hua Xu and Fang. Hua Zhuo smiled and said, "My mother is in good health, but my father is busy building river embankments. He runs around every day and loses weight."
Hua Zhuo's mood really improved. Although Du Hong could not interfere in the government affairs, as a commoner, he had the opportunity to get in touch with important officials in the court, and he could not hide the inside information from him. Since he said so, then This proves that the eldest boss of the banker has really approved of the marriage between the two families. Du Hong's statement that "someone in the court admires you very much" is clearly the banker's attempt to build momentum for his father. As a local official, what he fears most is not lack of political achievements. But the people above didn't even know there was such a person as him.
However, after sending Zhuang Jing away, Hua Zhuo felt a little regretful. There was something fishy about the Jingzhong Restaurant. Rongantang couldn't even save several houses. How did he save the restaurant? She rashly placed the invitation at a Jingzhong restaurant, not knowing whether it would draw attention or cause any trouble. But now that I have agreed, I can't go back on my word. I can only ask shopkeeper Fang Da to be tight-lipped and not leak it out.
In addition to this, Mrs. Fang also tried her best to get her to return to Huainan Mansion as soon as possible. She was really worried about her daughter being alone in Beijing. Her deep concern filled every line of her words, making Hua Zhuo almost cry. She also wanted to go back, but she couldn't get out of the current situation. Hua Yiren was right. She had to resolve the matter about her ancestors by herself after all. The fifteenth aunt couldn't stand in her way for too long, and She couldn't bring the trouble back to Huainan Mansion and make her parents even more worried.
However, after sending Zhuang Jing away, Hua Zhuo felt a little regretful. There was something fishy about the Jingzhong Restaurant. Rongantang couldn't even save several houses. How did he save the restaurant? She rashly placed the invitation at a Jingzhong restaurant, not knowing whether it would draw attention or cause any trouble. But now that I have agreed, I can't go back on my word. I can only ask shopkeeper Fang Da to be tight-lipped and not leak it out.
Du Hong was on his holiday today. Ah Fu had been here earlier. Knowing that Hua Zhuo was coming today, he stayed at home and did not go out. When he heard a knock on the door, he asked the bookboy Du Ping to make tea and opened the door himself. When Hua Zhuo walked in, he was stunned and said with a smile: "Why are you dressing up like a boy again? Are you not afraid of making people laugh?"
In addition to this, Mrs. Fang also tried her best to get her to return to Huainan Mansion as soon as possible. She was really worried about her daughter being alone in Beijing. Her deep concern filled every line of her words, making Hua Zhuo almost cry. She also wanted to go back, but she couldn't get out of the current situation. Hua Yiren was right. She had to resolve the matter about her ancestors by herself after all. The fifteenth aunt couldn't stand in her way for too long, and She couldn't bring the trouble back to Huainan Mansion and make her parents even more worried.
Wei Shi obviously had more profound thoughts than his daughter. After all, Zhuang Jing herself was an outsider. Although her innocent and lively temperament allowed her to get along well in the gentle circles in Beijing, it would not necessarily be possible for an outsider to bring another outsider. She can be popular, not to mention that Hua Zhuo's temperament is still a bit serious. It is better to let Hua Zhuo break into that circle with his own ability, so she carefully selected a few whose fathers were in high positions but who themselves were A daughter of an official but with a soft temper. This kind of girl is not only a wealthy person but also has a good nature. She is most suitable for someone like Hua Zhuo, who is not a high-ranking person and is an outsider, to get in touch with her.
However, after sending Zhuang Jing away, Hua Zhuo felt a little regretful. There was something fishy about the Jingzhong Restaurant. Rongantang couldn't even save several houses. How did he save the restaurant? She rashly placed the invitation at a Jingzhong restaurant, not knowing whether it would draw attention or cause any trouble. But now that I have agreed, I can't go back on my word. I can only ask shopkeeper Fang Da to be tight-lipped and not leak it out.
"Actually, if you don't come today, I will go look for you..." Du Hong took out a letter, "I received a letter from my little sister the day before yesterday, and I also sent a letter to you."
Although Du Hong passed the Shujishi examination and has a bright future, he is still in the learning stage. In addition, he always keeps a low profile, so he only lives in a rented single-family courtyard with neighbors on the left and right. They were all ordinary people, and there was a private school across the street. When Hua Zhuo came in a sedan chair, he heard childish voices coming from the private school. He was following the teacher and reciting "Zhao Qian, Sun Li, Zhou" one by one. King Wu Zheng".
Hua Zhuo chuckled and said, "I changed into men's clothes specifically for your sake, Brother Du."
Jingzhong Restaurant occupies the best location next to Taiye Pond. The entire restaurant covers an area of several acres. Four high platforms are built next to Taiye Pond. This Qiushui Terrace has the slogan "The falling clouds and the solitary swans fly together" on the door couplet. It became famous for a time due to the poem "Autumn water always has the same color as the sky" and became the first choice place for literati to gather. It is said that the walls, pillars and even the window paper of the entire Qiu Shui Terrace are covered with poems and paintings, many of which The calligraphy of a famous Confucian and talented scholar in the world.
Hua Zhuo blushed.
After handling trivial matters like this for a few days, Hua Zhuo went to see Du Hong.
"Don't worry. Although you lost your appearance in order to build the river embankment, what you did was actually a matter of great benefit to the country and the people. When the river embankment is repaired, your contribution will last forever and the court will definitely reward you..." Du Hong raised his lips. , "I heard that there are people in the court who admire your husband very much. I'm afraid it won't be long before your husband is expected to be promoted. By then, sister Hua, your situation will be much better."
Obviously, Du Hong is a sensible person. He not only knows about Hua Xu's situation, but also knows about Hua Zhuo's situation.
Wei Shi obviously had more profound thoughts than his daughter. After all, Zhuang Jing herself was an outsider. Although her innocent and lively temperament allowed her to get along well in the gentle circles in Beijing, it would not necessarily be possible for an outsider to bring another outsider. She can be popular, not to mention that Hua Zhuo's temperament is still a bit serious. It is better to let Hua Zhuo break into that circle with his own ability, so she carefully selected a few whose fathers were in high positions but who themselves were A daughter of an official but with a soft temper. This kind of girl is not only a wealthy person but also has a good nature. She is most suitable for someone like Hua Zhuo, who is not a high-ranking person and is an outsider, to get in touch with her.
However, after sending Zhuang Jing away, Hua Zhuo felt a little regretful. There was something fishy about the Jingzhong Restaurant. Rongantang couldn't even save several houses. How did he save the restaurant? She rashly placed the invitation at a Jingzhong restaurant, not knowing whether it would draw attention or cause any trouble. But now that I have agreed, I can't go back on my word. I can only ask shopkeeper Fang Da to be tight-lipped and not leak it out.
Looking at that expression, one can clearly hear that Hua Zhuo's focus is on the first half of the sentence, "Get close to Brother Zhuang Shi." How is that a way to get close? Naturally, from knowledge to character, everything needs to be close to him.
Du Hong rents here alone, and the people he interacts with on weekdays are all literati like him. If a girl unexpectedly comes to look for him, it will be bad for his reputation. Hua Zhuo is not afraid, because she comes. To visit Du Hong, I got permission from the fifteenth aunt.
"Wan'er still remembers me." Hua Zhuo took the letter with a look of shame on his face, "I have never written a letter to her since I came to Beijing."
Obviously, Du Hong is a sensible person. He not only knows about Hua Xu's situation, but also knows about Hua Zhuo's situation.
"Wan'er still remembers me." Hua Zhuo took the letter with a look of shame on his face, "I have never written a letter to her since I came to Beijing."
Webster privately picked and picked the friends Zhuang Jing knew, and finally, like a wave rushing through the sand, he picked out four or five officials and daughters of the same age, good character, and no conflicts of interest. Zhuang Jing suddenly It's even more frustrating.
"Master Du..."
Following Hua Zhuo were Qiqiao and Ah Fu. They bowed and stepped aside.
It was rare for Du Hong to see Hua Zhuo looking so shy, and he couldn't help but laugh.
"Brother Du... ahem... if you have time, you might as well get close to Brother Zhuang Shi. He studied under Sun Tong, a great scholar of the time. If there is a chance, Brother Du, you might also be able to get guidance from the great scholar..."
She felt a little sorry for her father. It was a coincidence that just yesterday, she also received a letter from Huainan Mansion. The letter was answered by Fang. Hua Xu was so busy that he had no time to reply to her. However, he did have some clues about Feng Pei. Hua Xu said that once He had seen the figure of Feng Pei in any book in the study. He had read it when he was a child. He couldn't remember which book it was. He didn't know if the figure was the same as the one Hua Zhuo got. He didn't know at the moment. I spent time rummaging around in the study, and could only wait for Hua Zhuo to go back and go look for it myself.
How good Du Hong's talents and learning are, you will know if he can pass the shujishi exam, but how good Zhuang Zheng's talents and learning are, Hua Zhuo is not sure. Although Zhuang Jing praises his second brother like a literary star in the sky, but who knows Is it an exaggeration? That’s why she wanted Du Hong to take the exam for Zhuang Zheng. If Zhuang Zheng was really as extraordinary as Zhuang Jing said, no, as long as he was half as good as Zhuang Jing said, in the future, in front of the fifteenth aunt, she would You can now defend Zhuang Zheng with confidence.
The people who asked this question were naturally Hua Xu and Fang. Hua Zhuo smiled and said, "My mother is in good health, but my father is busy building river embankments. He runs around every day and loses weight."
Although Du Hong passed the Shujishi examination and has a bright future, he is still in the learning stage. In addition, he always keeps a low profile, so he only lives in a rented single-family courtyard with neighbors on the left and right. They were all ordinary people, and there was a private school across the street. When Hua Zhuo came in a sedan chair, he heard childish voices coming from the private school. He was following the teacher and reciting "Zhao Qian, Sun Li, Zhou" one by one. King Wu Zheng".
Following Hua Zhuo were Qiqiao and Ah Fu. They bowed and stepped aside.
"Don't worry. Although you lost your appearance in order to build the river embankment, what you did was actually a matter of great benefit to the country and the people. When the river embankment is repaired, your contribution will last forever and the court will definitely reward you..." Du Hong raised his lips. , "I heard that there are people in the court who admire your husband very much. I'm afraid it won't be long before your husband is expected to be promoted. By then, sister Hua, your situation will be much better."
Du Hong rents here alone, and the people he interacts with on weekdays are all literati like him. If a girl unexpectedly comes to look for him, it will be bad for his reputation. Hua Zhuo is not afraid, because she comes. To visit Du Hong, I got permission from the fifteenth aunt.
Zhuang Jing loves to be lively by nature, but the ladies selected by Webster all have the kind of weak and unintentional temperament. They are also timid and timid, and will never do anything a little out of the ordinary. I don’t even dare to mention it at all.
Although Du Hong passed the Shujishi examination and has a bright future, he is still in the learning stage. In addition, he always keeps a low profile, so he only lives in a rented single-family courtyard with neighbors on the left and right. They were all ordinary people, and there was a private school across the street. When Hua Zhuo came in a sedan chair, he heard childish voices coming from the private school. He was following the teacher and reciting "Zhao Qian, Sun Li, Zhou" one by one. King Wu Zheng".
There were almost seven or eight days left, which was enough for her to make preparations. Taking advantage of her free time in these few days, she wanted to visit Du Hong. In fact, she had wanted to do so for a long time, but she just couldn't find the time. She would go out to socialize later. There was even less time, and she could only find time in these seven or eight days.
She felt a little sorry for her father. It was a coincidence that just yesterday, she also received a letter from Huainan Mansion. The letter was answered by Fang. Hua Xu was so busy that he had no time to reply to her. However, he did have some clues about Feng Pei. Hua Xu said that once He had seen the figure of Feng Pei in any book in the study. He had read it when he was a child. He couldn't remember which book it was. He didn't know if the figure was the same as the one Hua Zhuo got. He didn't know at the moment. I spent time rummaging around in the study, and could only wait for Hua Zhuo to go back and go look for it myself.
"Don't worry. Although you lost your appearance in order to build the river embankment, what you did was actually a matter of great benefit to the country and the people. When the river embankment is repaired, your contribution will last forever and the court will definitely reward you..." Du Hong raised his lips. , "I heard that there are people in the court who admire your husband very much. I'm afraid it won't be long before your husband is expected to be promoted. By then, sister Hua, your situation will be much better."
Du Hong heard Hua Zhuo's hidden meaning and smiled: "You are making fun of me..."
Hua Zhuo's mood really improved. Although Du Hong could not interfere in the government affairs, as a commoner, he had the opportunity to get in touch with important officials in the court, and he could not hide the inside information from him. Since he said so, then This proves that the eldest boss of the banker has really approved of the marriage between the two families. Du Hong's statement that "someone in the court admires you very much" is clearly the banker's attempt to build momentum for his father. As a local official, what he fears most is not lack of political achievements. But the people above didn't even know there was such a person as him.
In addition to this, Mrs. Fang also tried her best to get her to return to Huainan Mansion as soon as possible. She was really worried about her daughter being alone in Beijing. Her deep concern filled every line of her words, making Hua Zhuo almost cry. She also wanted to go back, but she couldn't get out of the current situation. Hua Yiren was right. She had to resolve the matter about her ancestors by herself after all. The fifteenth aunt couldn't stand in her way for too long, and She couldn't bring the trouble back to Huainan Mansion and make her parents even more worried.
Obviously, Du Hong is a sensible person. He not only knows about Hua Xu's situation, but also knows about Hua Zhuo's situation.
Zhuang Jing loves to be lively by nature, but the ladies selected by Webster all have the kind of weak and unintentional temperament. They are also timid and timid, and will never do anything a little out of the ordinary. I don’t even dare to mention it at all.
"Sure, but let's make an agreement first. I want to set the place at Jingzhong Restaurant, and you, the big boss, will leave the best Qiushui Courtyard for us." Zhuang Jing agreed immediately, but with a roll of his eyes, he started to put forward conditions.
While talking, he invited Hua Zhuo into the living room. The bookboy Du Ping made tea and ran to the side to joke with Ah Fu.
Du Hong was startled for a moment, then he said with a smile, "Don't worry, I know."
Du Hong was startled for a moment, then he said with a smile, "Don't worry, I know."
Du Hong smiled and said: "My little sister is not such a fussy person..." After a pause, he said again: "How are you doing, sir and madam?".
"What do you mean by asking them? They are all stuffy gourds who only know how to laugh but not talk. No matter what ideas I come up with, they always say 'it doesn't matter', or else they just 'just follow my sister's wishes'." If you ask them to come up with ideas, it becomes 'I have never had any ideas, please don't come to me, my sister' or 'I don't understand this, please go find someone else to play with my sister', which is the most boring thing."
"Actually, if you don't come today, I will go look for you..." Du Hong took out a letter, "I received a letter from my little sister the day before yesterday, and I also sent a letter to you."
Du Hong smiled and said: "My little sister is not such a fussy person..." After a pause, he said again: "How are you doing, sir and madam?".
"Sure, but let's make an agreement first. I want to set the place at Jingzhong Restaurant, and you, the big boss, will leave the best Qiushui Courtyard for us." Zhuang Jing agreed immediately, but with a roll of his eyes, he started to put forward conditions.
"What do you mean by asking them? They are all stuffy gourds who only know how to laugh but not talk. No matter what ideas I come up with, they always say 'it doesn't matter', or else they just 'just follow my sister's wishes'." If you ask them to come up with ideas, it becomes 'I have never had any ideas, please don't come to me, my sister' or 'I don't understand this, please go find someone else to play with my sister', which is the most boring thing."
Du Hong heard Hua Zhuo's hidden meaning and smiled: "You are making fun of me..."
"Actually, if you don't come today, I will go look for you..." Du Hong took out a letter, "I received a letter from my little sister the day before yesterday, and I also sent a letter to you."
Hua Zhuo blushed.
"Wan'er still remembers me." Hua Zhuo took the letter with a look of shame on his face, "I have never written a letter to her since I came to Beijing."
"Master Du..."
"Actually, if you don't come today, I will go look for you..." Du Hong took out a letter, "I received a letter from my little sister the day before yesterday, and I also sent a letter to you."
"Master Du..."
Hua Zhuo chuckled and said, "I changed into men's clothes specifically for your sake, Brother Du."
Du Hong smiled and said: "My little sister is not such a fussy person..." After a pause, he said again: "How are you doing, sir and madam?".
However, after sending Zhuang Jing away, Hua Zhuo felt a little regretful. There was something fishy about the Jingzhong Restaurant. Rongantang couldn't even save several houses. How did he save the restaurant? She rashly placed the invitation at a Jingzhong restaurant, not knowing whether it would draw attention or cause any trouble. But now that I have agreed, I can't go back on my word. I can only ask shopkeeper Fang Da to be tight-lipped and not leak it out.
In fact, if you think about it carefully, this is a bit unfair to Hua Zhuo. Based on her status, she should have been in the circle of wealthy women. However, since she has made her become the daughter-in-law of the banker, she can only be in the circle of the daughter of an official. The circle was spinning.
How good Du Hong's talents and learning are, you will know if he can pass the shujishi exam, but how good Zhuang Zheng's talents and learning are, Hua Zhuo is not sure. Although Zhuang Jing praises his second brother like a literary star in the sky, but who knows Is it an exaggeration? That’s why she wanted Du Hong to take the exam for Zhuang Zheng. If Zhuang Zheng was really as extraordinary as Zhuang Jing said, no, as long as he was half as good as Zhuang Jing said, in the future, in front of the fifteenth aunt, she would You can now defend Zhuang Zheng with confidence.
Du Hong was startled for a moment, then he said with a smile, "Don't worry, I know."
"Wan'er still remembers me." Hua Zhuo took the letter with a look of shame on his face, "I have never written a letter to her since I came to Beijing."
She felt a little sorry for her father. It was a coincidence that just yesterday, she also received a letter from Huainan Mansion. The letter was answered by Fang. Hua Xu was so busy that he had no time to reply to her. However, he did have some clues about Feng Pei. Hua Xu said that once He had seen the figure of Feng Pei in any book in the study. He had read it when he was a child. He couldn't remember which book it was. He didn't know if the figure was the same as the one Hua Zhuo got. He didn't know at the moment. I spent time rummaging around in the study, and could only wait for Hua Zhuo to go back and go look for it myself.
Du Hong heard Hua Zhuo's hidden meaning and smiled: "You are making fun of me..."
The people who asked this question were naturally Hua Xu and Fang. Hua Zhuo smiled and said, "My mother is in good health, but my father is busy building river embankments. He runs around every day and loses weight."
"I hope so."
"Brother Du... ahem... if you have time, you might as well get close to Brother Zhuang Shi. He studied under Sun Tong, a great scholar of the time. If there is a chance, Brother Du, you might also be able to get guidance from the great scholar..."
Zhuang Jing had no choice but to leave Wei's place and went to Hua Zhuo to ask for a date. Hua Zhuo turned over the imperial calendar and counted the days for making clothes and making jewelry, and said: "It will be around October 20th. Look at the sky, if it’s Jingtian, you can leave a message for them.”
Du Hong was on his holiday today. Ah Fu had been here earlier. Knowing that Hua Zhuo was coming today, he stayed at home and did not go out. When he heard a knock on the door, he asked the bookboy Du Ping to make tea and opened the door himself. When Hua Zhuo walked in, he was stunned and said with a smile: "Why are you dressing up like a boy again? Are you not afraid of making people laugh?"
In fact, if you think about it carefully, this is a bit unfair to Hua Zhuo. Based on her status, she should have been in the circle of wealthy women. However, since she has made her become the daughter-in-law of the banker, she can only be in the circle of the daughter of an official. The circle was spinning.
After chatting for a while, Hua Zhuo coyly revealed the reason for her visit today.
She felt a little sorry for her father. It was a coincidence that just yesterday, she also received a letter from Huainan Mansion. The letter was answered by Fang. Hua Xu was so busy that he had no time to reply to her. However, he did have some clues about Feng Pei. Hua Xu said that once He had seen the figure of Feng Pei in any book in the study. He had read it when he was a child. He couldn't remember which book it was. He didn't know if the figure was the same as the one Hua Zhuo got. He didn't know at the moment. I spent time rummaging around in the study, and could only wait for Hua Zhuo to go back and go look for it myself.
In fact, if you think about it carefully, this is a bit unfair to Hua Zhuo. Based on her status, she should have been in the circle of wealthy women. However, since she has made her become the daughter-in-law of the banker, she can only be in the circle of the daughter of an official. The circle was spinning.
Although Zhuang Jing is the niece of the Minister of Civil Affairs, she would not be able to book the Qiushui Terrace, and she would be so greedy for it.
"Okay, I'll go give them a break and fix a date first, lest they agree to someone else's invitation..."
In addition to this, Mrs. Fang also tried her best to get her to return to Huainan Mansion as soon as possible. She was really worried about her daughter being alone in Beijing. Her deep concern filled every line of her words, making Hua Zhuo almost cry. She also wanted to go back, but she couldn't get out of the current situation. Hua Yiren was right. She had to resolve the matter about her ancestors by herself after all. The fifteenth aunt couldn't stand in her way for too long, and She couldn't bring the trouble back to Huainan Mansion and make her parents even more worried.
Webster slapped her on the back of the head and said: "Don't be angry. Most of the sisters you met in Beijing have parents who are high-ranking officials in various ministries. Don't you know what this official in the capital is like? He always looks down on the local government." Officials, even the seventh-rank Beijing officials, don’t look squarely at the fourth- and fifth-rank local officials. If you didn’t have an uncle who was the minister of the Ministry of Personnel, who among them would pay attention to the daughter of the fourth-rank county governor? Zhuoer Although she is a daughter of a wealthy family of the Hua family, she is not from the same family after all, and her father is a fifth-grade governor. If we rashly invite those Shunuan people in the capital, who would be willing to put down their dignity and associate with her? At most, they can meet her once to satisfy their curiosity. I will never come again. It is better to invite a few high-status and soft-tempered people first, and let you come out to invite them. They are always embarrassed to refuse. Zhuoer is not without means to win them over. Whenever there are any activities in the future, follow them. Together, no one will reject her."
"Brother Du... ahem... if you have time, you might as well get close to Brother Zhuang Shi. He studied under Sun Tong, a great scholar of the time. If there is a chance, Brother Du, you might also be able to get guidance from the great scholar..."
"Okay, I'll go give them a break and fix a date first, lest they agree to someone else's invitation..."
Du Hong smiled and said: "My little sister is not such a fussy person..." After a pause, he said again: "How are you doing, sir and madam?".
Hua Zhuo chuckled and said, "I changed into men's clothes specifically for your sake, Brother Du."
"Don't worry. Although you lost your appearance in order to build the river embankment, what you did was actually a matter of great benefit to the country and the people. When the river embankment is repaired, your contribution will last forever and the court will definitely reward you..." Du Hong raised his lips. , "I heard that there are people in the court who admire your husband very much. I'm afraid it won't be long before your husband is expected to be promoted. By then, sister Hua, your situation will be much better."
Webster slapped her on the back of the head and said: "Don't be angry. Most of the sisters you met in Beijing have parents who are high-ranking officials in various ministries. Don't you know what this official in the capital is like? He always looks down on the local government." Officials, even the seventh-rank Beijing officials, don’t look squarely at the fourth- and fifth-rank local officials. If you didn’t have an uncle who was the minister of the Ministry of Personnel, who among them would pay attention to the daughter of the fourth-rank county governor? Zhuoer Although she is a daughter of a wealthy family of the Hua family, she is not from the same family after all, and her father is a fifth-grade governor. If we rashly invite those Shunuan people in the capital, who would be willing to put down their dignity and associate with her? At most, they can meet her once to satisfy their curiosity. I will never come again. It is better to invite a few high-status and soft-tempered people first, and let you come out to invite them. They are always embarrassed to refuse. Zhuoer is not without means to win them over. Whenever there are any activities in the future, follow them. Together, no one will reject her."
The people who asked this question were naturally Hua Xu and Fang. Hua Zhuo smiled and said, "My mother is in good health, but my father is busy building river embankments. He runs around every day and loses weight."
Du Hong was on his holiday today. Ah Fu had been here earlier. Knowing that Hua Zhuo was coming today, he stayed at home and did not go out. When he heard a knock on the door, he asked the bookboy Du Ping to make tea and opened the door himself. When Hua Zhuo walked in, he was stunned and said with a smile: "Why are you dressing up like a boy again? Are you not afraid of making people laugh?"
There were almost seven or eight days left, which was enough for her to make preparations. Taking advantage of her free time in these few days, she wanted to visit Du Hong. In fact, she had wanted to do so for a long time, but she just couldn't find the time. She would go out to socialize later. There was even less time, and she could only find time in these seven or eight days.
Obviously, Du Hong is a sensible person. He not only knows about Hua Xu's situation, but also knows about Hua Zhuo's situation.
"Master Du..."
The people who asked this question were naturally Hua Xu and Fang. Hua Zhuo smiled and said, "My mother is in good health, but my father is busy building river embankments. He runs around every day and loses weight."
"I hope so."
Although Du Hong passed the Shujishi examination and has a bright future, he is still in the learning stage. In addition, he always keeps a low profile, so he only lives in a rented single-family courtyard with neighbors on the left and right. They were all ordinary people, and there was a private school across the street. When Hua Zhuo came in a sedan chair, he heard childish voices coming from the private school. He was following the teacher and reciting "Zhao Qian, Sun Li, Zhou" one by one. King Wu Zheng".
"Master Du..."
How good Du Hong's talents and learning are, you will know if he can pass the shujishi exam, but how good Zhuang Zheng's talents and learning are, Hua Zhuo is not sure. Although Zhuang Jing praises his second brother like a literary star in the sky, but who knows Is it an exaggeration? That’s why she wanted Du Hong to take the exam for Zhuang Zheng. If Zhuang Zheng was really as extraordinary as Zhuang Jing said, no, as long as he was half as good as Zhuang Jing said, in the future, in front of the fifteenth aunt, she would You can now defend Zhuang Zheng with confidence.
"Wan'er still remembers me." Hua Zhuo took the letter with a look of shame on his face, "I have never written a letter to her since I came to Beijing."
Hua Zhuo's mood really improved. Although Du Hong could not interfere in the government affairs, as a commoner, he had the opportunity to get in touch with important officials in the court, and he could not hide the inside information from him. Since he said so, then This proves that the eldest boss of the banker has really approved of the marriage between the two families. Du Hong's statement that "someone in the court admires you very much" is clearly the banker's attempt to build momentum for his father. As a local official, what he fears most is not lack of political achievements. But the people above didn't even know there was such a person as him.
Du Hong heard Hua Zhuo's hidden meaning and smiled: "You are making fun of me..."
"Actually, if you don't come today, I will go look for you..." Du Hong took out a letter, "I received a letter from my little sister the day before yesterday, and I also sent a letter to you."
"Brother Du... ahem... if you have time, you might as well get close to Brother Zhuang Shi. He studied under Sun Tong, a great scholar of the time. If there is a chance, Brother Du, you might also be able to get guidance from the great scholar..."
How good Du Hong's talents and learning are, you will know if he can pass the shujishi exam, but how good Zhuang Zheng's talents and learning are, Hua Zhuo is not sure. Although Zhuang Jing praises his second brother like a literary star in the sky, but who knows Is it an exaggeration? That’s why she wanted Du Hong to take the exam for Zhuang Zheng. If Zhuang Zheng was really as extraordinary as Zhuang Jing said, no, as long as he was half as good as Zhuang Jing said, in the future, in front of the fifteenth aunt, she would You can now defend Zhuang Zheng with confidence.
After chatting for a while, Hua Zhuo coyly revealed the reason for her visit today.
Hua Zhuo's mood really improved. Although Du Hong could not interfere in the government affairs, as a commoner, he had the opportunity to get in touch with important officials in the court, and he could not hide the inside information from him. Since he said so, then This proves that the eldest boss of the banker has really approved of the marriage between the two families. Du Hong's statement that "someone in the court admires you very much" is clearly the banker's attempt to build momentum for his father. As a local official, what he fears most is not lack of political achievements. But the people above didn't even know there was such a person as him.
After chatting for a while, Hua Zhuo coyly revealed the reason for her visit today.
Du Hong rents here alone, and the people he interacts with on weekdays are all literati like him. If a girl unexpectedly comes to look for him, it will be bad for his reputation. Hua Zhuo is not afraid, because she comes. To visit Du Hong, I got permission from the fifteenth aunt.
Webster privately picked and picked the friends Zhuang Jing knew, and finally, like a wave rushing through the sand, he picked out four or five officials and daughters of the same age, good character, and no conflicts of interest. Zhuang Jing suddenly It's even more frustrating.
Hua Zhuo blushed.
Zhuang Jing had no choice but to leave Wei's place and went to Hua Zhuo to ask for a date. Hua Zhuo turned over the imperial calendar and counted the days for making clothes and making jewelry, and said: "It will be around October 20th. Look at the sky, if it’s Jingtian, you can leave a message for them.”
"Brother Du... ahem... if you have time, you might as well get close to Brother Zhuang Shi. He studied under Sun Tong, a great scholar of the time. If there is a chance, Brother Du, you might also be able to get guidance from the great scholar..."
Hua Zhuo chuckled and said, "I changed into men's clothes specifically for your sake, Brother Du."
While talking, he invited Hua Zhuo into the living room. The bookboy Du Ping made tea and ran to the side to joke with Ah Fu.
Zhuang Jing had no choice but to leave Wei's place and went to Hua Zhuo to ask for a date. Hua Zhuo turned over the imperial calendar and counted the days for making clothes and making jewelry, and said: "It will be around October 20th. Look at the sky, if it’s Jingtian, you can leave a message for them.”
Du Hong was startled for a moment, then he said with a smile, "Don't worry, I know."
Zhuang Jing had no choice but to leave Wei's place and went to Hua Zhuo to ask for a date. Hua Zhuo turned over the imperial calendar and counted the days for making clothes and making jewelry, and said: "It will be around October 20th. Look at the sky, if it’s Jingtian, you can leave a message for them.”
She felt a little sorry for her father. It was a coincidence that just yesterday, she also received a letter from Huainan Mansion. The letter was answered by Fang. Hua Xu was so busy that he had no time to reply to her. However, he did have some clues about Feng Pei. Hua Xu said that once He had seen the figure of Feng Pei in any book in the study. He had read it when he was a child. He couldn't remember which book it was. He didn't know if the figure was the same as the one Hua Zhuo got. He didn't know at the moment. I spent time rummaging around in the study, and could only wait for Hua Zhuo to go back and go look for it myself.
"What do you mean by asking them? They are all stuffy gourds who only know how to laugh but not talk. No matter what ideas I come up with, they always say 'it doesn't matter', or else they just 'just follow my sister's wishes'." If you ask them to come up with ideas, it becomes 'I have never had any ideas, please don't come to me, my sister' or 'I don't understand this, please go find someone else to play with my sister', which is the most boring thing."
"I hope so."
Looking at that expression, one can clearly hear that Hua Zhuo's focus is on the first half of the sentence, "Get close to Brother Zhuang Shi." How is that a way to get close? Naturally, from knowledge to character, everything needs to be close to him.
"Wan'er still remembers me." Hua Zhuo took the letter with a look of shame on his face, "I have never written a letter to her since I came to Beijing."
Du Hong rents here alone, and the people he interacts with on weekdays are all literati like him. If a girl unexpectedly comes to look for him, it will be bad for his reputation. Hua Zhuo is not afraid, because she comes. To visit Du Hong, I got permission from the fifteenth aunt.
Looking at that expression, one can clearly hear that Hua Zhuo's focus is on the first half of the sentence, "Get close to Brother Zhuang Shi." How is that a way to get close? Naturally, from knowledge to character, everything needs to be close to him.
Webster slapped her on the back of the head and said: "Don't be angry. Most of the sisters you met in Beijing have parents who are high-ranking officials in various ministries. Don't you know what this official in the capital is like? He always looks down on the local government." Officials, even the seventh-rank Beijing officials, don’t look squarely at the fourth- and fifth-rank local officials. If you didn’t have an uncle who was the minister of the Ministry of Personnel, who among them would pay attention to the daughter of the fourth-rank county governor? Zhuoer Although she is a daughter of a wealthy family of the Hua family, she is not from the same family after all, and her father is a fifth-grade governor. If we rashly invite those Shunuan people in the capital, who would be willing to put down their dignity and associate with her? At most, they can meet her once to satisfy their curiosity. I will never come again. It is better to invite a few high-status and soft-tempered people first, and let you come out to invite them. They are always embarrassed to refuse. Zhuoer is not without means to win them over. Whenever there are any activities in the future, follow them. Together, no one will reject her."
Hua Zhuo blushed.
How good Du Hong's talents and learning are, you will know if he can pass the shujishi exam, but how good Zhuang Zheng's talents and learning are, Hua Zhuo is not sure. Although Zhuang Jing praises his second brother like a literary star in the sky, but who knows Is it an exaggeration? That’s why she wanted Du Hong to take the exam for Zhuang Zheng. If Zhuang Zheng was really as extraordinary as Zhuang Jing said, no, as long as he was half as good as Zhuang Jing said, in the future, in front of the fifteenth aunt, she would You can now defend Zhuang Zheng with confidence.
"What do you mean by asking them? They are all stuffy gourds who only know how to laugh but not talk. No matter what ideas I come up with, they always say 'it doesn't matter', or else they just 'just follow my sister's wishes'." If you ask them to come up with ideas, it becomes 'I have never had any ideas, please don't come to me, my sister' or 'I don't understand this, please go find someone else to play with my sister', which is the most boring thing."
Webster privately picked and picked the friends Zhuang Jing knew, and finally, like a wave rushing through the sand, he picked out four or five officials and daughters of the same age, good character, and no conflicts of interest. Zhuang Jing suddenly It's even more frustrating.
Du Hong smiled and said: "My little sister is not such a fussy person..." After a pause, he said again: "How are you doing, sir and madam?".
However, after sending Zhuang Jing away, Hua Zhuo felt a little regretful. There was something fishy about the Jingzhong Restaurant. Rongantang couldn't even save several houses. How did he save the restaurant? She rashly placed the invitation at a Jingzhong restaurant, not knowing whether it would draw attention or cause any trouble. But now that I have agreed, I can't go back on my word. I can only ask shopkeeper Fang Da to be tight-lipped and not leak it out.
"Actually, if you don't come today, I will go look for you..." Du Hong took out a letter, "I received a letter from my little sister the day before yesterday, and I also sent a letter to you."
The people who asked this question were naturally Hua Xu and Fang. Hua Zhuo smiled and said, "My mother is in good health, but my father is busy building river embankments. He runs around every day and loses weight."
How good Du Hong's talents and learning are, you will know if he can pass the shujishi exam, but how good Zhuang Zheng's talents and learning are, Hua Zhuo is not sure. Although Zhuang Jing praises his second brother like a literary star in the sky, but who knows Is it an exaggeration? That’s why she wanted Du Hong to take the exam for Zhuang Zheng. If Zhuang Zheng was really as extraordinary as Zhuang Jing said, no, as long as he was half as good as Zhuang Jing said, in the future, in front of the fifteenth aunt, she would You can now defend Zhuang Zheng with confidence.
Du Hong was on his holiday today. Ah Fu had been here earlier. Knowing that Hua Zhuo was coming today, he stayed at home and did not go out. When he heard a knock on the door, he asked the bookboy Du Ping to make tea and opened the door himself. When Hua Zhuo walked in, he was stunned and said with a smile: "Why are you dressing up like a boy again? Are you not afraid of making people laugh?"
Du Hong heard Hua Zhuo's hidden meaning and smiled: "You are making fun of me..."
While talking, he invited Hua Zhuo into the living room. The bookboy Du Ping made tea and ran to the side to joke with Ah Fu.
It was rare for Du Hong to see Hua Zhuo looking so shy, and he couldn't help but laugh.
Webster privately picked and picked the friends Zhuang Jing knew, and finally, like a wave rushing through the sand, he picked out four or five officials and daughters of the same age, good character, and no conflicts of interest. Zhuang Jing suddenly It's even more frustrating.
"Don't worry. Although you lost your appearance in order to build the river embankment, what you did was actually a matter of great benefit to the country and the people. When the river embankment is repaired, your contribution will last forever and the court will definitely reward you..." Du Hong raised his lips. , "I heard that there are people in the court who admire your husband very much. I'm afraid it won't be long before your husband is expected to be promoted. By then, sister Hua, your situation will be much better."
It was rare for Du Hong to see Hua Zhuo looking so shy, and he couldn't help but laugh.
Du Hong was on his holiday today. Ah Fu had been here earlier. Knowing that Hua Zhuo was coming today, he stayed at home and did not go out. When he heard a knock on the door, he asked the bookboy Du Ping to make tea and opened the door himself. When Hua Zhuo walked in, he was stunned and said with a smile: "Why are you dressing up like a boy again? Are you not afraid of making people laugh?"
There were almost seven or eight days left, which was enough for her to make preparations. Taking advantage of her free time in these few days, she wanted to visit Du Hong. In fact, she had wanted to do so for a long time, but she just couldn't find the time. She would go out to socialize later. There was even less time, and she could only find time in these seven or eight days.
After handling trivial matters like this for a few days, Hua Zhuo went to see Du Hong.
She felt a little sorry for her father. It was a coincidence that just yesterday, she also received a letter from Huainan Mansion. The letter was answered by Fang. Hua Xu was so busy that he had no time to reply to her. However, he did have some clues about Feng Pei. Hua Xu said that once He had seen the figure of Feng Pei in any book in the study. He had read it when he was a child. He couldn't remember which book it was. He didn't know if the figure was the same as the one Hua Zhuo got. He didn't know at the moment. I spent time rummaging around in the study, and could only wait for Hua Zhuo to go back and go look for it myself.
Jingzhong Restaurant occupies the best location next to Taiye Pond. The entire restaurant covers an area of several acres. Four high platforms are built next to Taiye Pond. This Qiushui Terrace has the slogan "The falling clouds and the solitary swans fly together" on the door couplet. It became famous for a time due to the poem "Autumn water always has the same color as the sky" and became the first choice place for literati to gather. It is said that the walls, pillars and even the window paper of the entire Qiu Shui Terrace are covered with poems and paintings, many of which The calligraphy of a famous Confucian and talented scholar in the world.
Although Zhuang Jing is the niece of the Minister of Civil Affairs, she would not be able to book the Qiushui Terrace, and she would be so greedy for it.