"Mingchuangzhai is on West Street, where there are more scholars. Calligraphy and painting are not the main business of Mingchuangzhai. Pens, inks, paper and inkstones account for the majority. Jiulixi is a small place, and it is rare to see good calligraphy and paintings. But every spring In autumn and autumn, there are also many people visiting Jiuli River. There are many literati among them. Most of them are ordinary people. Occasionally, there are also excellent calligraphy and paintings. If you want to choose a few good calligraphy and paintings as a gift, you should take good care of them. Only the eyes can do it.”
The North Bank occupies a small area, but it is surrounded by water on three sides. A bridge is built over the water, leading directly to the South Bank. It not only facilitates communication, but also facilitates people's travels. I don't know who planted many flowers, plants and trees on the North Bank, but the most common ones are peach trees. With bamboo, it occupies about two-thirds of the area inside the "ji" shape. The scenery is beautiful and beautiful. There are only a few shop signs floating in the peach forest and bamboo sea. They are far away and can't see the words on the signs clearly, but Shisanniang But he understood it well, and pointed to the easternmost guise and said: "There is the Mingchuang Studio, the one to the west is the Zhuyin Study, and next to the study is Qianfang Lin, and the one with the cornices in the middle is exposed. The place is our Guixi Academy in Jiuli River. The mountain chief is an official who has retired and returned to his hometown. His surname is Zheng. People come to visit him every year. Unfortunately, Guixi Academy is not well-known and not many scholars are admitted. There is a Taoist temple in Guixi Academy. There is only one Taoist priest and a little Taoist boy. The gate has been closed for many years. I heard that the Taoist priest will not open the door to anyone except the mountain chief. There... Do you see the last cover? It was an incense shop. Although the Taoist priests did not open the door, there was a thousand-year-old peach tree outside the Taoist temple. It was said that it had become a spirit. It was the most effective way to seek fame. Every year, scholars or their families went to the incense shop to buy incense and offer it to the incense shop. A peach tree.”
To be honest, Qiqiao didn't believe how proficient Thirteen Niang was in the art of calligraphy and painting. She was just a poor daughter. After reading some books and knowing how to draw a few strokes, she dared to talk about palm and eye. It was really a joke, and it was still Typical stumbling block. The young lady studied under Bachelor Du. Although she studied calligraphy, Bachelor Du was also very proficient in Danqing. The young lady was very influenced by it. She didn’t dare to say that she could draw, but her appreciation ability was second to none. Even she, a maid, , who is by her side every day, her eyesight is at least seven or eight points high, but she doesn't dare to talk about palm skills.
"Mingchuangzhai is on West Street, where there are more scholars. Calligraphy and painting are not the main business of Mingchuangzhai. Pens, inks, paper and inkstones account for the majority. Jiulixi is a small place, and it is rare to see good calligraphy and paintings. But every spring In autumn and autumn, there are also many people visiting Jiuli River. There are many literati among them. Most of them are ordinary people. Occasionally, there are also excellent calligraphy and paintings. If you want to choose a few good calligraphy and paintings as a gift, you should take good care of them. Only the eyes can do it.”
Thirteenth Niang's steps slowed down, and then she returned to normal, and replied: "When I was not married, I occasionally had a graffiti pen. It was difficult for me to be elegant. I just entertained myself in my free time."
Thirteenth Niang lowered her head and said, "It doesn't matter, my lady is the most important thing in everything."
The Thirteenth Niang stared at her blankly, and suddenly thought that this was the ancient saying of not talking before eating or sleeping. Her father had taught her this when she was at home, but she had gradually forgotten it in the past few years. She took another sip of the soup and found it to be extremely delicious. She couldn't find anything wrong with it, and she felt all sorts of things in her heart.
"How far is Mingchuangzhai?" she asked.
Thirteenth Niang has a very stable temperament and pays great attention to her words when speaking, and she does not take the initiative to speak unless Hua Zhuo takes the initiative to ask her, but once she does speak, there is no nonsense at all. Although she works as a waiter in Chaoyan Hall, she obviously has a clear understanding of Ming Dynasty. He is also very familiar with things about Chuangzhai, and he is a thoughtful person.
Thirteenth Niang has a very stable temperament and pays great attention to her words when speaking, and she does not take the initiative to speak unless Hua Zhuo takes the initiative to ask her, but once she does speak, there is no nonsense at all. Although she works as a waiter in Chaoyan Hall, she obviously has a clear understanding of Ming Dynasty. He is also very familiar with things about Chuangzhai, and he is a thoughtful person.
The Thirteenth Niang was startled for a moment, half-bowed, and replied: "It has been five years. I was originally the wife of the Li family, living in the outskirts of the county. I was not married for three dynasties, and my husband died of illness. My husband's family thought I was a nuisance, so they drove me back. My parents, brothers and sister-in-law also disliked my bad reputation and refused to take me in. They wanted to sell me away. My parents took pity on my misfortune and sent me to escape overnight. I had nowhere to go. I remembered that in my early years when my family was poor, several of my sisters were sold. I went to a rich man's house to be a maid, and I searched all the way, and finally I found Ninth Sister, and then I found a place to live. It was also the mercy of the loyal steward, who was willing to let me work in Chaoyan Hall to support myself."
Hua Zhuo listened to her talk and noticed that her behavior was not like that of an ordinary woman, so he asked again: "I think you seem to have read a book?"
After hearing this, Qiqiao smiled. This Thirteenth Niang was quite interesting. She reminded the young lady that although there were calligraphy and paintings in Mingchuang Zhai, there were only a few high-quality ones. She also hinted that the shopkeeper had limited eyesight and could not distinguish between good paintings. Lai Hua doesn't know what his intentions are. Is this to reveal the status of the shopkeeper of Chuangzhai, or does he have some ulterior motive
Hua Zhuo wanted to go see the legendary thousand-year-old peach tree again. He thought that it would waste a lot of time and he couldn't go hungry to see the peach tree. He immediately let Thirteenth Niang lead the way and found a clean room. Restaurant, sat in.
After hearing this, Qiqiao smiled. This Thirteenth Niang was quite interesting. She reminded the young lady that although there were calligraphy and paintings in Mingchuang Zhai, there were only a few high-quality ones. She also hinted that the shopkeeper had limited eyesight and could not distinguish between good paintings. Lai Hua doesn't know what his intentions are. Is this to reveal the status of the shopkeeper of Chuangzhai, or does he have some ulterior motive
In a wealthy family, not to mention the young lady, even the maid can taste the quality of the soup with just one bite. It shows how exquisite the food is on weekdays, but she only thinks the soup is delicious, something she has never tasted before.
The waiter was very clever. When he saw the female guest, he quickly led her into the private room. Hua Zhuo asked Qiqiao to reward him with a few copper coins, which made the waiter smile and become more and more attentive.
Qiqiao felt strange and whispered in Hua Zhuo's ear: "Miss, I see that she has a very deep mind. How can you still let her take advantage of a trivial matter after taking such a big detour?"
Rongantang is expected to take off, but what it needs most right now is manpower. If Thirteen Niang really has this ability, even if she is unwilling to sell herself, what if she is given a chance.
Qiqiao felt strange and whispered in Hua Zhuo's ear: "Miss, I see that she has a very deep mind. How can you still let her take advantage of a trivial matter after taking such a big detour?"
Hua Zhuo naturally heard it, but remained calm and said as if chatting: "Thirteenth Mother, how long have you been in Chaoyan Hall?"
The waiter was very clever. When he saw the female guest, he quickly led her into the private room. Hua Zhuo asked Qiqiao to reward him with a few copper coins, which made the waiter smile and become more and more attentive.
Thirteenth Niang may be very fond of calligraphy and painting. What she said just now was not to inform the owner of Mingchuangzhai, but to feast her eyes on the paintings and calligraphy collected in Mingchuangzhai.
Hua Zhuo naturally heard it, but remained calm and said as if chatting: "Thirteenth Mother, how long have you been in Chaoyan Hall?"
The Thirteenth Niang was startled for a moment, half-bowed, and replied: "It has been five years. I was originally the wife of the Li family, living in the outskirts of the county. I was not married for three dynasties, and my husband died of illness. My husband's family thought I was a nuisance, so they drove me back. My parents, brothers and sister-in-law also disliked my bad reputation and refused to take me in. They wanted to sell me away. My parents took pity on my misfortune and sent me to escape overnight. I had nowhere to go. I remembered that in my early years when my family was poor, several of my sisters were sold. I went to a rich man's house to be a maid, and I searched all the way, and finally I found Ninth Sister, and then I found a place to live. It was also the mercy of the loyal steward, who was willing to let me work in Chaoyan Hall to support myself."
To be honest, Qiqiao didn't believe how proficient Thirteen Niang was in the art of calligraphy and painting. She was just a poor daughter. After reading some books and knowing how to draw a few strokes, she dared to talk about palm and eye. It was really a joke, and it was still Typical stumbling block. The young lady studied under Bachelor Du. Although she studied calligraphy, Bachelor Du was also very proficient in Danqing. The young lady was very influenced by it. She didn’t dare to say that she could draw, but her appreciation ability was second to none. Even she, a maid, , who is by her side every day, her eyesight is at least seven or eight points high, but she doesn't dare to talk about palm skills.
Hua Zhuo wanted to go see the legendary thousand-year-old peach tree again. He thought that it would waste a lot of time and he couldn't go hungry to see the peach tree. He immediately let Thirteenth Niang lead the way and found a clean room. Restaurant, sat in.
Is this the difference? The girl in front of her had such a good life. She was born into a wealthy family and was well-fed and well-fed, but she... was so unwilling to be separated from others!
The Thirteenth Niang was startled for a moment, half-bowed, and replied: "It has been five years. I was originally the wife of the Li family, living in the outskirts of the county. I was not married for three dynasties, and my husband died of illness. My husband's family thought I was a nuisance, so they drove me back. My parents, brothers and sister-in-law also disliked my bad reputation and refused to take me in. They wanted to sell me away. My parents took pity on my misfortune and sent me to escape overnight. I had nowhere to go. I remembered that in my early years when my family was poor, several of my sisters were sold. I went to a rich man's house to be a maid, and I searched all the way, and finally I found Ninth Sister, and then I found a place to live. It was also the mercy of the loyal steward, who was willing to let me work in Chaoyan Hall to support myself."
Thirteenth Niang has a very stable temperament and pays great attention to her words when speaking, and she does not take the initiative to speak unless Hua Zhuo takes the initiative to ask her, but once she does speak, there is no nonsense at all. Although she works as a waiter in Chaoyan Hall, she obviously has a clear understanding of Ming Dynasty. He is also very familiar with things about Chuangzhai, and he is a thoughtful person.
Thirteenth Niang lowered her head and said, "It doesn't matter, my lady is the most important thing in everything."
Hua Zhuo then picked up chopsticks and slowly ate a few dishes that Qiqiao said were fresh. Thirteenth Niang looked a little uneasy and said, "Miss, do you want to change the soup?"
To be honest, Qiqiao didn't believe how proficient Thirteen Niang was in the art of calligraphy and painting. She was just a poor daughter. After reading some books and knowing how to draw a few strokes, she dared to talk about palm and eye. It was really a joke, and it was still Typical stumbling block. The young lady studied under Bachelor Du. Although she studied calligraphy, Bachelor Du was also very proficient in Danqing. The young lady was very influenced by it. She didn’t dare to say that she could draw, but her appreciation ability was second to none. Even she, a maid, , who is by her side every day, her eyesight is at least seven or eight points high, but she doesn't dare to talk about palm skills.
Hua Zhuo smiled, turned his eyes slightly, and said, "I'm afraid it will delay Thirteenth Niang's affairs."
In just a few words, she explained her origins clearly. The most important point is that she has not sold herself, is not a slave of the Hua family, and has only an employment relationship with Chaoyan Hall, so what she said is "loyalty and mercy." , "Work in Chaoyan Hall to support yourself", rather than "Be loyal to the steward and take him in", "No longer have to worry about food and clothing from now on". Although she said this, her attitude towards Hua Zhuo was much more respectful than Yue Xiang's, as if she was Hua Zhuo's personal maid.
"My father is a scholar. When I was young, several of my sisters were gone, and my brothers were too old to be considerate. I was the only one who loved me. My father doted on me, so he taught me some words and read two books. , It’s of no use, it’s just to look at the account books.”
Hua Zhuo wanted to go see the legendary thousand-year-old peach tree again. He thought that it would waste a lot of time and he couldn't go hungry to see the peach tree. He immediately let Thirteenth Niang lead the way and found a clean room. Restaurant, sat in.
Thirteenth Niang lowered her head and said, "It doesn't matter, my lady is the most important thing in everything."
The Thirteenth Niang was startled for a moment, half-bowed, and replied: "It has been five years. I was originally the wife of the Li family, living in the outskirts of the county. I was not married for three dynasties, and my husband died of illness. My husband's family thought I was a nuisance, so they drove me back. My parents, brothers and sister-in-law also disliked my bad reputation and refused to take me in. They wanted to sell me away. My parents took pity on my misfortune and sent me to escape overnight. I had nowhere to go. I remembered that in my early years when my family was poor, several of my sisters were sold. I went to a rich man's house to be a maid, and I searched all the way, and finally I found Ninth Sister, and then I found a place to live. It was also the mercy of the loyal steward, who was willing to let me work in Chaoyan Hall to support myself."
After hearing this, Qiqiao smiled. This Thirteenth Niang was quite interesting. She reminded the young lady that although there were calligraphy and paintings in Mingchuang Zhai, there were only a few high-quality ones. She also hinted that the shopkeeper had limited eyesight and could not distinguish between good paintings. Lai Hua doesn't know what his intentions are. Is this to reveal the status of the shopkeeper of Chuangzhai, or does he have some ulterior motive
In a wealthy family, not to mention the young lady, even the maid can taste the quality of the soup with just one bite. It shows how exquisite the food is on weekdays, but she only thinks the soup is delicious, something she has never tasted before.
Hua Zhuo listened to her talk and noticed that her behavior was not like that of an ordinary woman, so he asked again: "I think you seem to have read a book?"
Hua Zhuo listened to her talk and noticed that her behavior was not like that of an ordinary woman, so he asked again: "I think you seem to have read a book?"
The Thirteenth Niang was startled for a moment, half-bowed, and replied: "It has been five years. I was originally the wife of the Li family, living in the outskirts of the county. I was not married for three dynasties, and my husband died of illness. My husband's family thought I was a nuisance, so they drove me back. My parents, brothers and sister-in-law also disliked my bad reputation and refused to take me in. They wanted to sell me away. My parents took pity on my misfortune and sent me to escape overnight. I had nowhere to go. I remembered that in my early years when my family was poor, several of my sisters were sold. I went to a rich man's house to be a maid, and I searched all the way, and finally I found Ninth Sister, and then I found a place to live. It was also the mercy of the loyal steward, who was willing to let me work in Chaoyan Hall to support myself."
In fact, Hua Zhuo could clearly see the scene on West Street without her pointing. The topography of West Street is so unique. It is not straight, but in the shape of a few letters. The entire West Street relies on the Jiuli River. It is built as an inlet here. Jiuli River comes from the west, turns a big bend here, turns south, flows for a while, then turns north, and finally flows east again. The inner side of the zigzag shape is the North Bank, and the outer side is the South Bank. The South Bank occupies a large area and has a pier, so it forms a prosperous market. It is called Street, which is actually Fang. The full name of West Street is actually West Street. .
In fact, Hua Zhuo could clearly see the scene on West Street without her pointing. The topography of West Street is so unique. It is not straight, but in the shape of a few letters. The entire West Street relies on the Jiuli River. It is built as an inlet here. Jiuli River comes from the west, turns a big bend here, turns south, flows for a while, then turns north, and finally flows east again. The inner side of the zigzag shape is the North Bank, and the outer side is the South Bank. The South Bank occupies a large area and has a pier, so it forms a prosperous market. It is called Street, which is actually Fang. The full name of West Street is actually West Street. .
In just a few words, she explained her origins clearly. The most important point is that she has not sold herself, is not a slave of the Hua family, and has only an employment relationship with Chaoyan Hall, so what she said is "loyalty and mercy." , "Work in Chaoyan Hall to support yourself", rather than "Be loyal to the steward and take him in", "No longer have to worry about food and clothing from now on". Although she said this, her attitude towards Hua Zhuo was much more respectful than Yue Xiang's, as if she was Hua Zhuo's personal maid.
Hua Zhuo smiled and said in a low voice: "Try her skills."
"How far is Mingchuangzhai?" she asked.
Hua Zhuo smiled, turned his eyes slightly, and said, "I'm afraid it will delay Thirteenth Niang's affairs."
There is a faint bookishness about Thirteenth Niang, which is completely different from Jiu Niang's shrewdness and ability. From what she just said, Jiu Niang was sold to Rong'an Hall since she was a child, while Thirteen Niang grew up beside her parents. As adults, these two sisters were in different situations, but in the end they came together. It has to be said that things in the world are not always satisfactory.
There is a faint bookishness about Thirteenth Niang, which is completely different from Jiu Niang's shrewdness and ability. From what she just said, Jiu Niang was sold to Rong'an Hall since she was a child, while Thirteen Niang grew up beside her parents. As adults, these two sisters were in different situations, but in the end they came together. It has to be said that things in the world are not always satisfactory.
"Prepare a nice pot of tea, but don't tease anyone with tea foam. Then have a portion of your signature dish, and you can match the rest. There are three of us, two cold dishes, two hot dishes, and one soup. That's enough, mainly vegetarian dishes, the most important thing is cleanness and freshness." After consulting Hua Zhuo's taste, Thirteenth Niang conveniently ordered the dishes.
"Prepare a nice pot of tea, but don't tease anyone with tea foam. Then have a portion of your signature dish, and you can match the rest. There are three of us, two cold dishes, two hot dishes, and one soup. That's enough, mainly vegetarian dishes, the most important thing is cleanness and freshness." After consulting Hua Zhuo's taste, Thirteenth Niang conveniently ordered the dishes.
Rongantang is expected to take off, but what it needs most right now is manpower. If Thirteen Niang really has this ability, even if she is unwilling to sell herself, what if she is given a chance.
Thirteenth Niang's steps slowed down, and then she returned to normal, and replied: "When I was not married, I occasionally had a graffiti pen. It was difficult for me to be elegant. I just entertained myself in my free time."
"My father is a scholar. When I was young, several of my sisters were gone, and my brothers were too old to be considerate. I was the only one who loved me. My father doted on me, so he taught me some words and read two books. , It’s of no use, it’s just to look at the account books.”
When Hua Zhuo heard what she said at the beginning, it was still a bit scholarly, but at the end, it turned out to be absurd, and he couldn't help but laugh out loud.
In fact, Hua Zhuo could clearly see the scene on West Street without her pointing. The topography of West Street is so unique. It is not straight, but in the shape of a few letters. The entire West Street relies on the Jiuli River. It is built as an inlet here. Jiuli River comes from the west, turns a big bend here, turns south, flows for a while, then turns north, and finally flows east again. The inner side of the zigzag shape is the North Bank, and the outer side is the South Bank. The South Bank occupies a large area and has a pier, so it forms a prosperous market. It is called Street, which is actually Fang. The full name of West Street is actually West Street. .
Qiqiao felt strange and whispered in Hua Zhuo's ear: "Miss, I see that she has a very deep mind. How can you still let her take advantage of a trivial matter after taking such a big detour?"
Hua Zhuo nodded. There was something in Thirteenth Niang's words that meant she was self-recommended, but she didn't know what her purpose was. Rongan Hall had few heirs, no manpower to manage the property, and very few side branches to help, so the owner of the shop under his name The shopkeeper can only be a domestic slave who has signed a contract of sale. If Thirteenth Niang does not give up her freedom, she will never be able to develop in Rong'an Hall. She has worked in Chaoyan Hall for five years, so it is impossible not to understand This principle. She had already vaguely emphasized her freedom before, and she was obviously unwilling to sell herself. No matter how capable she was, it would be in vain.
Hua Zhuo listened to her talk and noticed that her behavior was not like that of an ordinary woman, so he asked again: "I think you seem to have read a book?"
In just a few words, she explained her origins clearly. The most important point is that she has not sold herself, is not a slave of the Hua family, and has only an employment relationship with Chaoyan Hall, so what she said is "loyalty and mercy." , "Work in Chaoyan Hall to support yourself", rather than "Be loyal to the steward and take him in", "No longer have to worry about food and clothing from now on". Although she said this, her attitude towards Hua Zhuo was much more respectful than Yue Xiang's, as if she was Hua Zhuo's personal maid.
After hearing this, Qiqiao smiled. This Thirteenth Niang was quite interesting. She reminded the young lady that although there were calligraphy and paintings in Mingchuang Zhai, there were only a few high-quality ones. She also hinted that the shopkeeper had limited eyesight and could not distinguish between good paintings. Lai Hua doesn't know what his intentions are. Is this to reveal the status of the shopkeeper of Chuangzhai, or does he have some ulterior motive
Thinking about how Thirteenth Niang had sued the shopkeeper of Mingchuangzhai intentionally or unintentionally, Hua Zhuo seemed to have some realization and asked tentatively: "Do you know the art of calligraphy and painting?"
Hua Zhuo wanted to go see the legendary thousand-year-old peach tree again. He thought that it would waste a lot of time and he couldn't go hungry to see the peach tree. He immediately let Thirteenth Niang lead the way and found a clean room. Restaurant, sat in.
Thirteenth Niang pointed to the end of the street and said: "It's on the north bank of West Street. Miss, look, West Street is adjacent to Jiuli Creek. This is an inlet of Jiuli Creek. There is a small pier on the south bank of West Street. Usually outside Most of the tourists who come down the river land there, so the south bank is mostly filled with restaurants and inns. The northwest bank is quiet, with peach groves and bamboo seas. It is one of the favorite places for literati to visit. The north bank is the most popular place for literati. The space is limited and there is not much room to stay, so Mingchuangzhai occupies the best location on the north bank."
These words were so modest that they were almost hypocritical. Hua Zhuo suddenly understood that this was the source of Thirteenth Niang's self-recommendation, so he smiled and said, "In a moment, I'll ask you to hold my eyes for me."
"Prepare a nice pot of tea, but don't tease anyone with tea foam. Then have a portion of your signature dish, and you can match the rest. There are three of us, two cold dishes, two hot dishes, and one soup. That's enough, mainly vegetarian dishes, the most important thing is cleanness and freshness." After consulting Hua Zhuo's taste, Thirteenth Niang conveniently ordered the dishes.
Thinking about how Thirteenth Niang had sued the shopkeeper of Mingchuangzhai intentionally or unintentionally, Hua Zhuo seemed to have some realization and asked tentatively: "Do you know the art of calligraphy and painting?"
To be honest, Qiqiao didn't believe how proficient Thirteen Niang was in the art of calligraphy and painting. She was just a poor daughter. After reading some books and knowing how to draw a few strokes, she dared to talk about palm and eye. It was really a joke, and it was still Typical stumbling block. The young lady studied under Bachelor Du. Although she studied calligraphy, Bachelor Du was also very proficient in Danqing. The young lady was very influenced by it. She didn’t dare to say that she could draw, but her appreciation ability was second to none. Even she, a maid, , who is by her side every day, her eyesight is at least seven or eight points high, but she doesn't dare to talk about palm skills.
The North Bank occupies a small area, but it is surrounded by water on three sides. A bridge is built over the water, leading directly to the South Bank. It not only facilitates communication, but also facilitates people's travels. I don't know who planted many flowers, plants and trees on the North Bank, but the most common ones are peach trees. With bamboo, it occupies about two-thirds of the area inside the "ji" shape. The scenery is beautiful and beautiful. There are only a few shop signs floating in the peach forest and bamboo sea. They are far away and can't see the words on the signs clearly, but Shisanniang But he understood it well, and pointed to the easternmost guise and said: "There is the Mingchuang Studio, the one to the west is the Zhuyin Study, and next to the study is Qianfang Lin, and the one with the cornices in the middle is exposed. The place is our Guixi Academy in Jiuli River. The mountain chief is an official who has retired and returned to his hometown. His surname is Zheng. People come to visit him every year. Unfortunately, Guixi Academy is not well-known and not many scholars are admitted. There is a Taoist temple in Guixi Academy. There is only one Taoist priest and a little Taoist boy. The gate has been closed for many years. I heard that the Taoist priest will not open the door to anyone except the mountain chief. There... Do you see the last cover? It was an incense shop. Although the Taoist priests did not open the door, there was a thousand-year-old peach tree outside the Taoist temple. It was said that it had become a spirit. It was the most effective way to seek fame. Every year, scholars or their families went to the incense shop to buy incense and offer it to the incense shop. A peach tree.”
Thirteenth Niang's steps slowed down, and then she returned to normal, and replied: "When I was not married, I occasionally had a graffiti pen. It was difficult for me to be elegant. I just entertained myself in my free time."
The waiter was very clever. When he saw the female guest, he quickly led her into the private room. Hua Zhuo asked Qiqiao to reward him with a few copper coins, which made the waiter smile and become more and more attentive.
In just a few words, she explained her origins clearly. The most important point is that she has not sold herself, is not a slave of the Hua family, and has only an employment relationship with Chaoyan Hall, so what she said is "loyalty and mercy." , "Work in Chaoyan Hall to support yourself", rather than "Be loyal to the steward and take him in", "No longer have to worry about food and clothing from now on". Although she said this, her attitude towards Hua Zhuo was much more respectful than Yue Xiang's, as if she was Hua Zhuo's personal maid.
The North Bank occupies a small area, but it is surrounded by water on three sides. A bridge is built over the water, leading directly to the South Bank. It not only facilitates communication, but also facilitates people's travels. I don't know who planted many flowers, plants and trees on the North Bank, but the most common ones are peach trees. With bamboo, it occupies about two-thirds of the area inside the "ji" shape. The scenery is beautiful and beautiful. There are only a few shop signs floating in the peach forest and bamboo sea. They are far away and can't see the words on the signs clearly, but Shisanniang But he understood it well, and pointed to the easternmost guise and said: "There is the Mingchuang Studio, the one to the west is the Zhuyin Study, and next to the study is Qianfang Lin, and the one with the cornices in the middle is exposed. The place is our Guixi Academy in Jiuli River. The mountain chief is an official who has retired and returned to his hometown. His surname is Zheng. People come to visit him every year. Unfortunately, Guixi Academy is not well-known and not many scholars are admitted. There is a Taoist temple in Guixi Academy. There is only one Taoist priest and a little Taoist boy. The gate has been closed for many years. I heard that the Taoist priest will not open the door to anyone except the mountain chief. There... Do you see the last cover? It was an incense shop. Although the Taoist priests did not open the door, there was a thousand-year-old peach tree outside the Taoist temple. It was said that it had become a spirit. It was the most effective way to seek fame. Every year, scholars or their families went to the incense shop to buy incense and offer it to the incense shop. A peach tree.”
These words were so modest that they were almost hypocritical. Hua Zhuo suddenly understood that this was the source of Thirteenth Niang's self-recommendation, so he smiled and said, "In a moment, I'll ask you to hold my eyes for me."
To be honest, Qiqiao didn't believe how proficient Thirteen Niang was in the art of calligraphy and painting. She was just a poor daughter. After reading some books and knowing how to draw a few strokes, she dared to talk about palm and eye. It was really a joke, and it was still Typical stumbling block. The young lady studied under Bachelor Du. Although she studied calligraphy, Bachelor Du was also very proficient in Danqing. The young lady was very influenced by it. She didn’t dare to say that she could draw, but her appreciation ability was second to none. Even she, a maid, , who is by her side every day, her eyesight is at least seven or eight points high, but she doesn't dare to talk about palm skills.
Thirteenth Niang may be very fond of calligraphy and painting. What she said just now was not to inform the owner of Mingchuangzhai, but to feast her eyes on the paintings and calligraphy collected in Mingchuangzhai.
"How far is Mingchuangzhai?" she asked.
After a while, the dishes were served. Hua Zhuo didn't move, and neither did Thirteenth Niang. Qiqiao raised her chopsticks and tasted everything before saying, "Miss, this dish is quite fresh, but the soup is not very good. Don't eat it."
Hua Zhuo listened to her talk and noticed that her behavior was not like that of an ordinary woman, so he asked again: "I think you seem to have read a book?"
"Okay, please wait a moment, you three..."
Thirteenth Niang may be very fond of calligraphy and painting. What she said just now was not to inform the owner of Mingchuangzhai, but to feast her eyes on the paintings and calligraphy collected in Mingchuangzhai.
Thirteenth Niang pointed to the end of the street and said: "It's on the north bank of West Street. Miss, look, West Street is adjacent to Jiuli Creek. This is an inlet of Jiuli Creek. There is a small pier on the south bank of West Street. Usually outside Most of the tourists who come down the river land there, so the south bank is mostly filled with restaurants and inns. The northwest bank is quiet, with peach groves and bamboo seas. It is one of the favorite places for literati to visit. The north bank is the most popular place for literati. The space is limited and there is not much room to stay, so Mingchuangzhai occupies the best location on the north bank."
Hua Zhuo then picked up chopsticks and slowly ate a few dishes that Qiqiao said were fresh. Thirteenth Niang looked a little uneasy and said, "Miss, do you want to change the soup?"
"If the young lady trusts Thirteenth Niang, then I would rather obey her than obey her orders." Thirteenth Niang was submissive and finally showed a hint of excitement.
Hua Zhuo wanted to go see the legendary thousand-year-old peach tree again. He thought that it would waste a lot of time and he couldn't go hungry to see the peach tree. He immediately let Thirteenth Niang lead the way and found a clean room. Restaurant, sat in.
Thinking about how Thirteenth Niang had sued the shopkeeper of Mingchuangzhai intentionally or unintentionally, Hua Zhuo seemed to have some realization and asked tentatively: "Do you know the art of calligraphy and painting?"
Hua Zhuo smiled and said in a low voice: "Try her skills."
Hua Zhuo wanted to go see the legendary thousand-year-old peach tree again. He thought that it would waste a lot of time and he couldn't go hungry to see the peach tree. He immediately let Thirteenth Niang lead the way and found a clean room. Restaurant, sat in.
Hua Zhuo nodded. There was something in Thirteenth Niang's words that meant she was self-recommended, but she didn't know what her purpose was. Rongan Hall had few heirs, no manpower to manage the property, and very few side branches to help, so the owner of the shop under his name The shopkeeper can only be a domestic slave who has signed a contract of sale. If Thirteenth Niang does not give up her freedom, she will never be able to develop in Rong'an Hall. She has worked in Chaoyan Hall for five years, so it is impossible not to understand This principle. She had already vaguely emphasized her freedom before, and she was obviously unwilling to sell herself. No matter how capable she was, it would be in vain.
Qiqiao felt strange and whispered in Hua Zhuo's ear: "Miss, I see that she has a very deep mind. How can you still let her take advantage of a trivial matter after taking such a big detour?"
"My father is a scholar. When I was young, several of my sisters were gone, and my brothers were too old to be considerate. I was the only one who loved me. My father doted on me, so he taught me some words and read two books. , It’s of no use, it’s just to look at the account books.”
Thirteenth Niang pointed to the end of the street and said: "It's on the north bank of West Street. Miss, look, West Street is adjacent to Jiuli Creek. This is an inlet of Jiuli Creek. There is a small pier on the south bank of West Street. Usually outside Most of the tourists who come down the river land there, so the south bank is mostly filled with restaurants and inns. The northwest bank is quiet, with peach groves and bamboo seas. It is one of the favorite places for literati to visit. The north bank is the most popular place for literati. The space is limited and there is not much room to stay, so Mingchuangzhai occupies the best location on the north bank."
To be honest, Qiqiao didn't believe how proficient Thirteen Niang was in the art of calligraphy and painting. She was just a poor daughter. After reading some books and knowing how to draw a few strokes, she dared to talk about palm and eye. It was really a joke, and it was still Typical stumbling block. The young lady studied under Bachelor Du. Although she studied calligraphy, Bachelor Du was also very proficient in Danqing. The young lady was very influenced by it. She didn’t dare to say that she could draw, but her appreciation ability was second to none. Even she, a maid, , who is by her side every day, her eyesight is at least seven or eight points high, but she doesn't dare to talk about palm skills.
Thirteenth Niang's steps slowed down, and then she returned to normal, and replied: "When I was not married, I occasionally had a graffiti pen. It was difficult for me to be elegant. I just entertained myself in my free time."
Hua Zhuo smiled, turned his eyes slightly, and said, "I'm afraid it will delay Thirteenth Niang's affairs."
After a while, the dishes were served. Hua Zhuo didn't move, and neither did Thirteenth Niang. Qiqiao raised her chopsticks and tasted everything before saying, "Miss, this dish is quite fresh, but the soup is not very good. Don't eat it."
The Thirteenth Niang was startled for a moment, half-bowed, and replied: "It has been five years. I was originally the wife of the Li family, living in the outskirts of the county. I was not married for three dynasties, and my husband died of illness. My husband's family thought I was a nuisance, so they drove me back. My parents, brothers and sister-in-law also disliked my bad reputation and refused to take me in. They wanted to sell me away. My parents took pity on my misfortune and sent me to escape overnight. I had nowhere to go. I remembered that in my early years when my family was poor, several of my sisters were sold. I went to a rich man's house to be a maid, and I searched all the way, and finally I found Ninth Sister, and then I found a place to live. It was also the mercy of the loyal steward, who was willing to let me work in Chaoyan Hall to support myself."
Thirteenth Niang may be very fond of calligraphy and painting. What she said just now was not to inform the owner of Mingchuangzhai, but to feast her eyes on the paintings and calligraphy collected in Mingchuangzhai.
Hua Zhuo smiled and said in a low voice: "Try her skills."
When Hua Zhuo heard what she said at the beginning, it was still a bit scholarly, but at the end, it turned out to be absurd, and he couldn't help but laugh out loud.
These words were so modest that they were almost hypocritical. Hua Zhuo suddenly understood that this was the source of Thirteenth Niang's self-recommendation, so he smiled and said, "In a moment, I'll ask you to hold my eyes for me."
Rongantang is expected to take off, but what it needs most right now is manpower. If Thirteen Niang really has this ability, even if she is unwilling to sell herself, what if she is given a chance.
"Miss, it's already lunch time, and Mingchuang Zhai is not far anyway. Why don't we find a quieter restaurant first and have lunch before going there." Qiqiao suggested. She had been waiting for Hua Zhuo for a long time. Seeing Hua Zhuo stop, he could immediately understand the lady's thoughts.
"Prepare a nice pot of tea, but don't tease anyone with tea foam. Then have a portion of your signature dish, and you can match the rest. There are three of us, two cold dishes, two hot dishes, and one soup. That's enough, mainly vegetarian dishes, the most important thing is cleanness and freshness." After consulting Hua Zhuo's taste, Thirteenth Niang conveniently ordered the dishes.
In just a few words, she explained her origins clearly. The most important point is that she has not sold herself, is not a slave of the Hua family, and has only an employment relationship with Chaoyan Hall, so what she said is "loyalty and mercy." , "Work in Chaoyan Hall to support yourself", rather than "Be loyal to the steward and take him in", "No longer have to worry about food and clothing from now on". Although she said this, her attitude towards Hua Zhuo was much more respectful than Yue Xiang's, as if she was Hua Zhuo's personal maid.
The Thirteenth Niang was startled for a moment, half-bowed, and replied: "It has been five years. I was originally the wife of the Li family, living in the outskirts of the county. I was not married for three dynasties, and my husband died of illness. My husband's family thought I was a nuisance, so they drove me back. My parents, brothers and sister-in-law also disliked my bad reputation and refused to take me in. They wanted to sell me away. My parents took pity on my misfortune and sent me to escape overnight. I had nowhere to go. I remembered that in my early years when my family was poor, several of my sisters were sold. I went to a rich man's house to be a maid, and I searched all the way, and finally I found Ninth Sister, and then I found a place to live. It was also the mercy of the loyal steward, who was willing to let me work in Chaoyan Hall to support myself."
Thirteenth Niang may be very fond of calligraphy and painting. What she said just now was not to inform the owner of Mingchuangzhai, but to feast her eyes on the paintings and calligraphy collected in Mingchuangzhai.
There is a faint bookishness about Thirteenth Niang, which is completely different from Jiu Niang's shrewdness and ability. From what she just said, Jiu Niang was sold to Rong'an Hall since she was a child, while Thirteen Niang grew up beside her parents. As adults, these two sisters were in different situations, but in the end they came together. It has to be said that things in the world are not always satisfactory.
Thirteenth Niang has a very stable temperament and pays great attention to her words when speaking, and she does not take the initiative to speak unless Hua Zhuo takes the initiative to ask her, but once she does speak, there is no nonsense at all. Although she works as a waiter in Chaoyan Hall, she obviously has a clear understanding of Ming Dynasty. He is also very familiar with things about Chuangzhai, and he is a thoughtful person.
West Street was a bit far away, and Hua Zhuo and his party walked slowly. By the time they arrived at the entrance of West Street, it was almost noon. A restaurant at the intersection was full of customers, and the aroma of wine, coriander, and vegetables mixed together and floated in the air. Hua Zhuo smelled it and suddenly felt hungry.
"Prepare a nice pot of tea, but don't tease anyone with tea foam. Then have a portion of your signature dish, and you can match the rest. There are three of us, two cold dishes, two hot dishes, and one soup. That's enough, mainly vegetarian dishes, the most important thing is cleanness and freshness." After consulting Hua Zhuo's taste, Thirteenth Niang conveniently ordered the dishes.
Hua Zhuo wanted to go see the legendary thousand-year-old peach tree again. He thought that it would waste a lot of time and he couldn't go hungry to see the peach tree. He immediately let Thirteenth Niang lead the way and found a clean room. Restaurant, sat in.
"How far is Mingchuangzhai?" she asked.
"How far is Mingchuangzhai?" she asked.
Thirteenth Niang's steps slowed down, and then she returned to normal, and replied: "When I was not married, I occasionally had a graffiti pen. It was difficult for me to be elegant. I just entertained myself in my free time."
After a while, the dishes were served. Hua Zhuo didn't move, and neither did Thirteenth Niang. Qiqiao raised her chopsticks and tasted everything before saying, "Miss, this dish is quite fresh, but the soup is not very good. Don't eat it."
Rongantang is expected to take off, but what it needs most right now is manpower. If Thirteen Niang really has this ability, even if she is unwilling to sell herself, what if she is given a chance.
Hua Zhuo naturally heard it, but remained calm and said as if chatting: "Thirteenth Mother, how long have you been in Chaoyan Hall?"
To be honest, Qiqiao didn't believe how proficient Thirteen Niang was in the art of calligraphy and painting. She was just a poor daughter. After reading some books and knowing how to draw a few strokes, she dared to talk about palm and eye. It was really a joke, and it was still Typical stumbling block. The young lady studied under Bachelor Du. Although she studied calligraphy, Bachelor Du was also very proficient in Danqing. The young lady was very influenced by it. She didn’t dare to say that she could draw, but her appreciation ability was second to none. Even she, a maid, , who is by her side every day, her eyesight is at least seven or eight points high, but she doesn't dare to talk about palm skills.
When Hua Zhuo heard what she said at the beginning, it was still a bit scholarly, but at the end, it turned out to be absurd, and he couldn't help but laugh out loud.
Thirteenth Niang pointed to the end of the street and said: "It's on the north bank of West Street. Miss, look, West Street is adjacent to Jiuli Creek. This is an inlet of Jiuli Creek. There is a small pier on the south bank of West Street. Usually outside Most of the tourists who come down the river land there, so the south bank is mostly filled with restaurants and inns. The northwest bank is quiet, with peach groves and bamboo seas. It is one of the favorite places for literati to visit. The north bank is the most popular place for literati. The space is limited and there is not much room to stay, so Mingchuangzhai occupies the best location on the north bank."
Thirteenth Niang may be very fond of calligraphy and painting. What she said just now was not to inform the owner of Mingchuangzhai, but to feast her eyes on the paintings and calligraphy collected in Mingchuangzhai.
Hua Zhuo then picked up chopsticks and slowly ate a few dishes that Qiqiao said were fresh. Thirteenth Niang looked a little uneasy and said, "Miss, do you want to change the soup?"
Thirteenth Niang may be very fond of calligraphy and painting. What she said just now was not to inform the owner of Mingchuangzhai, but to feast her eyes on the paintings and calligraphy collected in Mingchuangzhai.
West Street was a bit far away, and Hua Zhuo and his party walked slowly. By the time they arrived at the entrance of West Street, it was almost noon. A restaurant at the intersection was full of customers, and the aroma of wine, coriander, and vegetables mixed together and floated in the air. Hua Zhuo smelled it and suddenly felt hungry.
Qiqiao felt strange and whispered in Hua Zhuo's ear: "Miss, I see that she has a very deep mind. How can you still let her take advantage of a trivial matter after taking such a big detour?"
After hearing this, Qiqiao smiled. This Thirteenth Niang was quite interesting. She reminded the young lady that although there were calligraphy and paintings in Mingchuang Zhai, there were only a few high-quality ones. She also hinted that the shopkeeper had limited eyesight and could not distinguish between good paintings. Lai Hua doesn't know what his intentions are. Is this to reveal the status of the shopkeeper of Chuangzhai, or does he have some ulterior motive
Thirteenth Niang's steps slowed down, and then she returned to normal, and replied: "When I was not married, I occasionally had a graffiti pen. It was difficult for me to be elegant. I just entertained myself in my free time."
There is a faint bookishness about Thirteenth Niang, which is completely different from Jiu Niang's shrewdness and ability. From what she just said, Jiu Niang was sold to Rong'an Hall since she was a child, while Thirteen Niang grew up beside her parents. As adults, these two sisters were in different situations, but in the end they came together. It has to be said that things in the world are not always satisfactory.
In fact, Hua Zhuo could clearly see the scene on West Street without her pointing. The topography of West Street is so unique. It is not straight, but in the shape of a few letters. The entire West Street relies on the Jiuli River. It is built as an inlet here. Jiuli River comes from the west, turns a big bend here, turns south, flows for a while, then turns north, and finally flows east again. The inner side of the zigzag shape is the North Bank, and the outer side is the South Bank. The South Bank occupies a large area and has a pier, so it forms a prosperous market. It is called Street, which is actually Fang. The full name of West Street is actually West Street. .
"Miss, it's already lunch time, and Mingchuang Zhai is not far anyway. Why don't we find a quieter restaurant first and have lunch before going there." Qiqiao suggested. She had been waiting for Hua Zhuo for a long time. Seeing Hua Zhuo stop, he could immediately understand the lady's thoughts.
Qiqiao felt strange and whispered in Hua Zhuo's ear: "Miss, I see that she has a very deep mind. How can you still let her take advantage of a trivial matter after taking such a big detour?"
These words were so modest that they were almost hypocritical. Hua Zhuo suddenly understood that this was the source of Thirteenth Niang's self-recommendation, so he smiled and said, "In a moment, I'll ask you to hold my eyes for me."
The North Bank occupies a small area, but it is surrounded by water on three sides. A bridge is built over the water, leading directly to the South Bank. It not only facilitates communication, but also facilitates people's travels. I don't know who planted many flowers, plants and trees on the North Bank, but the most common ones are peach trees. With bamboo, it occupies about two-thirds of the area inside the "ji" shape. The scenery is beautiful and beautiful. There are only a few shop signs floating in the peach forest and bamboo sea. They are far away and can't see the words on the signs clearly, but Shisanniang But he understood it well, and pointed to the easternmost guise and said: "There is the Mingchuang Studio, the one to the west is the Zhuyin Study, and next to the study is Qianfang Lin, and the one with the cornices in the middle is exposed. The place is our Guixi Academy in Jiuli River. The mountain chief is an official who has retired and returned to his hometown. His surname is Zheng. People come to visit him every year. Unfortunately, Guixi Academy is not well-known and not many scholars are admitted. There is a Taoist temple in Guixi Academy. There is only one Taoist priest and a little Taoist boy. The gate has been closed for many years. I heard that the Taoist priest will not open the door to anyone except the mountain chief. There... Do you see the last cover? It was an incense shop. Although the Taoist priests did not open the door, there was a thousand-year-old peach tree outside the Taoist temple. It was said that it had become a spirit. It was the most effective way to seek fame. Every year, scholars or their families went to the incense shop to buy incense and offer it to the incense shop. A peach tree.”
Hua Zhuo smiled, turned his eyes slightly, and said, "I'm afraid it will delay Thirteenth Niang's affairs."
Hua Zhuo naturally heard it, but remained calm and said as if chatting: "Thirteenth Mother, how long have you been in Chaoyan Hall?"
Thirteenth Niang may be very fond of calligraphy and painting. What she said just now was not to inform the owner of Mingchuangzhai, but to feast her eyes on the paintings and calligraphy collected in Mingchuangzhai.
"My father is a scholar. When I was young, several of my sisters were gone, and my brothers were too old to be considerate. I was the only one who loved me. My father doted on me, so he taught me some words and read two books. , It’s of no use, it’s just to look at the account books.”
The Thirteenth Niang was startled for a moment, half-bowed, and replied: "It has been five years. I was originally the wife of the Li family, living in the outskirts of the county. I was not married for three dynasties, and my husband died of illness. My husband's family thought I was a nuisance, so they drove me back. My parents, brothers and sister-in-law also disliked my bad reputation and refused to take me in. They wanted to sell me away. My parents took pity on my misfortune and sent me to escape overnight. I had nowhere to go. I remembered that in my early years when my family was poor, several of my sisters were sold. I went to a rich man's house to be a maid, and I searched all the way, and finally I found Ninth Sister, and then I found a place to live. It was also the mercy of the loyal steward, who was willing to let me work in Chaoyan Hall to support myself."
The Thirteenth Niang was startled for a moment, half-bowed, and replied: "It has been five years. I was originally the wife of the Li family, living in the outskirts of the county. I was not married for three dynasties, and my husband died of illness. My husband's family thought I was a nuisance, so they drove me back. My parents, brothers and sister-in-law also disliked my bad reputation and refused to take me in. They wanted to sell me away. My parents took pity on my misfortune and sent me to escape overnight. I had nowhere to go. I remembered that in my early years when my family was poor, several of my sisters were sold. I went to a rich man's house to be a maid, and I searched all the way, and finally I found Ninth Sister, and then I found a place to live. It was also the mercy of the loyal steward, who was willing to let me work in Chaoyan Hall to support myself."
The Thirteenth Niang was startled for a moment, half-bowed, and replied: "It has been five years. I was originally the wife of the Li family, living in the outskirts of the county. I was not married for three dynasties, and my husband died of illness. My husband's family thought I was a nuisance, so they drove me back. My parents, brothers and sister-in-law also disliked my bad reputation and refused to take me in. They wanted to sell me away. My parents took pity on my misfortune and sent me to escape overnight. I had nowhere to go. I remembered that in my early years when my family was poor, several of my sisters were sold. I went to a rich man's house to be a maid, and I searched all the way, and finally I found Ninth Sister, and then I found a place to live. It was also the mercy of the loyal steward, who was willing to let me work in Chaoyan Hall to support myself."
In a wealthy family, not to mention the young lady, even the maid can taste the quality of the soup with just one bite. It shows how exquisite the food is on weekdays, but she only thinks the soup is delicious, something she has never tasted before.
When Hua Zhuo heard what she said at the beginning, it was still a bit scholarly, but at the end, it turned out to be absurd, and he couldn't help but laugh out loud.
Hua Zhuo listened to her talk and noticed that her behavior was not like that of an ordinary woman, so he asked again: "I think you seem to have read a book?"
The Thirteenth Niang stared at her blankly, and suddenly thought that this was the ancient saying of not talking before eating or sleeping. Her father had taught her this when she was at home, but she had gradually forgotten it in the past few years. She took another sip of the soup and found it to be extremely delicious. She couldn't find anything wrong with it, and she felt all sorts of things in her heart.
Hua Zhuo smiled, turned his eyes slightly, and said, "I'm afraid it will delay Thirteenth Niang's affairs."
The North Bank occupies a small area, but it is surrounded by water on three sides. A bridge is built over the water, leading directly to the South Bank. It not only facilitates communication, but also facilitates people's travels. I don't know who planted many flowers, plants and trees on the North Bank, but the most common ones are peach trees. With bamboo, it occupies about two-thirds of the area inside the "ji" shape. The scenery is beautiful and beautiful. There are only a few shop signs floating in the peach forest and bamboo sea. They are far away and can't see the words on the signs clearly, but Shisanniang But he understood it well, and pointed to the easternmost guise and said: "There is the Mingchuang Studio, the one to the west is the Zhuyin Study, and next to the study is Qianfang Lin, and the one with the cornices in the middle is exposed. The place is our Guixi Academy in Jiuli River. The mountain chief is an official who has retired and returned to his hometown. His surname is Zheng. People come to visit him every year. Unfortunately, Guixi Academy is not well-known and not many scholars are admitted. There is a Taoist temple in Guixi Academy. There is only one Taoist priest and a little Taoist boy. The gate has been closed for many years. I heard that the Taoist priest will not open the door to anyone except the mountain chief. There... Do you see the last cover? It was an incense shop. Although the Taoist priests did not open the door, there was a thousand-year-old peach tree outside the Taoist temple. It was said that it had become a spirit. It was the most effective way to seek fame. Every year, scholars or their families went to the incense shop to buy incense and offer it to the incense shop. A peach tree.”
The Thirteenth Niang stared at her blankly, and suddenly thought that this was the ancient saying of not talking before eating or sleeping. Her father had taught her this when she was at home, but she had gradually forgotten it in the past few years. She took another sip of the soup and found it to be extremely delicious. She couldn't find anything wrong with it, and she felt all sorts of things in her heart.
Thirteenth Niang has a very stable temperament and pays great attention to her words when speaking, and she does not take the initiative to speak unless Hua Zhuo takes the initiative to ask her, but once she does speak, there is no nonsense at all. Although she works as a waiter in Chaoyan Hall, she obviously has a clear understanding of Ming Dynasty. He is also very familiar with things about Chuangzhai, and he is a thoughtful person.
"Miss, it's already lunch time, and Mingchuang Zhai is not far anyway. Why don't we find a quieter restaurant first and have lunch before going there." Qiqiao suggested. She had been waiting for Hua Zhuo for a long time. Seeing Hua Zhuo stop, he could immediately understand the lady's thoughts.
Is this the difference? The girl in front of her had such a good life. She was born into a wealthy family and was well-fed and well-fed, but she... was so unwilling to be separated from others!
"Okay, please wait a moment, you three..."
Hua Zhuo nodded. There was something in Thirteenth Niang's words that meant she was self-recommended, but she didn't know what her purpose was. Rongan Hall had few heirs, no manpower to manage the property, and very few side branches to help, so the owner of the shop under his name The shopkeeper can only be a domestic slave who has signed a contract of sale. If Thirteenth Niang does not give up her freedom, she will never be able to develop in Rong'an Hall. She has worked in Chaoyan Hall for five years, so it is impossible not to understand This principle. She had already vaguely emphasized her freedom before, and she was obviously unwilling to sell herself. No matter how capable she was, it would be in vain.
The Thirteenth Niang stared at her blankly, and suddenly thought that this was the ancient saying of not talking before eating or sleeping. Her father had taught her this when she was at home, but she had gradually forgotten it in the past few years. She took another sip of the soup and found it to be extremely delicious. She couldn't find anything wrong with it, and she felt all sorts of things in her heart.
Hua Zhuo smiled, turned his eyes slightly, and said, "I'm afraid it will delay Thirteenth Niang's affairs."
When Hua Zhuo heard what she said at the beginning, it was still a bit scholarly, but at the end, it turned out to be absurd, and he couldn't help but laugh out loud.
"Okay, please wait a moment, you three..."
Thirteenth Niang has a very stable temperament and pays great attention to her words when speaking, and she does not take the initiative to speak unless Hua Zhuo takes the initiative to ask her, but once she does speak, there is no nonsense at all. Although she works as a waiter in Chaoyan Hall, she obviously has a clear understanding of Ming Dynasty. He is also very familiar with things about Chuangzhai, and he is a thoughtful person.
Hua Zhuo then picked up chopsticks and slowly ate a few dishes that Qiqiao said were fresh. Thirteenth Niang looked a little uneasy and said, "Miss, do you want to change the soup?"
The Thirteenth Niang stared at her blankly, and suddenly thought that this was the ancient saying of not talking before eating or sleeping. Her father had taught her this when she was at home, but she had gradually forgotten it in the past few years. She took another sip of the soup and found it to be extremely delicious. She couldn't find anything wrong with it, and she felt all sorts of things in her heart.
Hua Zhuo nodded. There was something in Thirteenth Niang's words that meant she was self-recommended, but she didn't know what her purpose was. Rongan Hall had few heirs, no manpower to manage the property, and very few side branches to help, so the owner of the shop under his name The shopkeeper can only be a domestic slave who has signed a contract of sale. If Thirteenth Niang does not give up her freedom, she will never be able to develop in Rong'an Hall. She has worked in Chaoyan Hall for five years, so it is impossible not to understand This principle. She had already vaguely emphasized her freedom before, and she was obviously unwilling to sell herself. No matter how capable she was, it would be in vain.
Thirteenth Niang lowered her head and said, "It doesn't matter, my lady is the most important thing in everything."
Hua Zhuo listened to her talk and noticed that her behavior was not like that of an ordinary woman, so he asked again: "I think you seem to have read a book?"
Hua Zhuo smiled and said in a low voice: "Try her skills."
"No need. When you are away from home, there is no better place than at home. Just make do with what you have." Hua Zhuo swallowed the food in his mouth and cleared his mouth with tea. Then he replied, then lowered his head and continued to eat slowly. He looked up, but said no more words.
"How far is Mingchuangzhai?" she asked.
In a wealthy family, not to mention the young lady, even the maid can taste the quality of the soup with just one bite. It shows how exquisite the food is on weekdays, but she only thinks the soup is delicious, something she has never tasted before.
In just a few words, she explained her origins clearly. The most important point is that she has not sold herself, is not a slave of the Hua family, and has only an employment relationship with Chaoyan Hall, so what she said is "loyalty and mercy." , "Work in Chaoyan Hall to support yourself", rather than "Be loyal to the steward and take him in", "No longer have to worry about food and clothing from now on". Although she said this, her attitude towards Hua Zhuo was much more respectful than Yue Xiang's, as if she was Hua Zhuo's personal maid.
Thirteenth Niang's steps slowed down, and then she returned to normal, and replied: "When I was not married, I occasionally had a graffiti pen. It was difficult for me to be elegant. I just entertained myself in my free time."
"Miss, it's already lunch time, and Mingchuang Zhai is not far anyway. Why don't we find a quieter restaurant first and have lunch before going there." Qiqiao suggested. She had been waiting for Hua Zhuo for a long time. Seeing Hua Zhuo stop, he could immediately understand the lady's thoughts.
Hua Zhuo wanted to go see the legendary thousand-year-old peach tree again. He thought that it would waste a lot of time and he couldn't go hungry to see the peach tree. He immediately let Thirteenth Niang lead the way and found a clean room. Restaurant, sat in.
After a while, the dishes were served. Hua Zhuo didn't move, and neither did Thirteenth Niang. Qiqiao raised her chopsticks and tasted everything before saying, "Miss, this dish is quite fresh, but the soup is not very good. Don't eat it."
There is a faint bookishness about Thirteenth Niang, which is completely different from Jiu Niang's shrewdness and ability. From what she just said, Jiu Niang was sold to Rong'an Hall since she was a child, while Thirteen Niang grew up beside her parents. As adults, these two sisters were in different situations, but in the end they came together. It has to be said that things in the world are not always satisfactory.
Is this the difference? The girl in front of her had such a good life. She was born into a wealthy family and was well-fed and well-fed, but she... was so unwilling to be separated from others!
Thirteenth Niang pointed to the end of the street and said: "It's on the north bank of West Street. Miss, look, West Street is adjacent to Jiuli Creek. This is an inlet of Jiuli Creek. There is a small pier on the south bank of West Street. Usually outside Most of the tourists who come down the river land there, so the south bank is mostly filled with restaurants and inns. The northwest bank is quiet, with peach groves and bamboo seas. It is one of the favorite places for literati to visit. The north bank is the most popular place for literati. The space is limited and there is not much room to stay, so Mingchuangzhai occupies the best location on the north bank."
Hua Zhuo smiled, turned his eyes slightly, and said, "I'm afraid it will delay Thirteenth Niang's affairs."
In fact, Hua Zhuo could clearly see the scene on West Street without her pointing. The topography of West Street is so unique. It is not straight, but in the shape of a few letters. The entire West Street relies on the Jiuli River. It is built as an inlet here. Jiuli River comes from the west, turns a big bend here, turns south, flows for a while, then turns north, and finally flows east again. The inner side of the zigzag shape is the North Bank, and the outer side is the South Bank. The South Bank occupies a large area and has a pier, so it forms a prosperous market. It is called Street, which is actually Fang. The full name of West Street is actually West Street. .
Hua Zhuo smiled and said in a low voice: "Try her skills."
These words were so modest that they were almost hypocritical. Hua Zhuo suddenly understood that this was the source of Thirteenth Niang's self-recommendation, so he smiled and said, "In a moment, I'll ask you to hold my eyes for me."
The waiter was very clever. When he saw the female guest, he quickly led her into the private room. Hua Zhuo asked Qiqiao to reward him with a few copper coins, which made the waiter smile and become more and more attentive.
After hearing this, Qiqiao smiled. This Thirteenth Niang was quite interesting. She reminded the young lady that although there were calligraphy and paintings in Mingchuang Zhai, there were only a few high-quality ones. She also hinted that the shopkeeper had limited eyesight and could not distinguish between good paintings. Lai Hua doesn't know what his intentions are. Is this to reveal the status of the shopkeeper of Chuangzhai, or does he have some ulterior motive
In a wealthy family, not to mention the young lady, even the maid can taste the quality of the soup with just one bite. It shows how exquisite the food is on weekdays, but she only thinks the soup is delicious, something she has never tasted before.
Hua Zhuo wanted to go see the legendary thousand-year-old peach tree again. He thought that it would waste a lot of time and he couldn't go hungry to see the peach tree. He immediately let Thirteenth Niang lead the way and found a clean room. Restaurant, sat in.
Hua Zhuo smiled and said in a low voice: "Try her skills."
Thirteenth Niang's steps slowed down, and then she returned to normal, and replied: "When I was not married, I occasionally had a graffiti pen. It was difficult for me to be elegant. I just entertained myself in my free time."
Qiqiao felt strange and whispered in Hua Zhuo's ear: "Miss, I see that she has a very deep mind. How can you still let her take advantage of a trivial matter after taking such a big detour?"
"Prepare a nice pot of tea, but don't tease anyone with tea foam. Then have a portion of your signature dish, and you can match the rest. There are three of us, two cold dishes, two hot dishes, and one soup. That's enough, mainly vegetarian dishes, the most important thing is cleanness and freshness." After consulting Hua Zhuo's taste, Thirteenth Niang conveniently ordered the dishes.
West Street was a bit far away, and Hua Zhuo and his party walked slowly. By the time they arrived at the entrance of West Street, it was almost noon. A restaurant at the intersection was full of customers, and the aroma of wine, coriander, and vegetables mixed together and floated in the air. Hua Zhuo smelled it and suddenly felt hungry.
"How far is Mingchuangzhai?" she asked.
Hua Zhuo listened to her talk and noticed that her behavior was not like that of an ordinary woman, so he asked again: "I think you seem to have read a book?"
The North Bank occupies a small area, but it is surrounded by water on three sides. A bridge is built over the water, leading directly to the South Bank. It not only facilitates communication, but also facilitates people's travels. I don't know who planted many flowers, plants and trees on the North Bank, but the most common ones are peach trees. With bamboo, it occupies about two-thirds of the area inside the "ji" shape. The scenery is beautiful and beautiful. There are only a few shop signs floating in the peach forest and bamboo sea. They are far away and can't see the words on the signs clearly, but Shisanniang But he understood it well, and pointed to the easternmost guise and said: "There is the Mingchuang Studio, the one to the west is the Zhuyin Study, and next to the study is Qianfang Lin, and the one with the cornices in the middle is exposed. The place is our Guixi Academy in Jiuli River. The mountain chief is an official who has retired and returned to his hometown. His surname is Zheng. People come to visit him every year. Unfortunately, Guixi Academy is not well-known and not many scholars are admitted. There is a Taoist temple in Guixi Academy. There is only one Taoist priest and a little Taoist boy. The gate has been closed for many years. I heard that the Taoist priest will not open the door to anyone except the mountain chief. There... Do you see the last cover? It was an incense shop. Although the Taoist priests did not open the door, there was a thousand-year-old peach tree outside the Taoist temple. It was said that it had become a spirit. It was the most effective way to seek fame. Every year, scholars or their families went to the incense shop to buy incense and offer it to the incense shop. A peach tree.”
The North Bank occupies a small area, but it is surrounded by water on three sides. A bridge is built over the water, leading directly to the South Bank. It not only facilitates communication, but also facilitates people's travels. I don't know who planted many flowers, plants and trees on the North Bank, but the most common ones are peach trees. With bamboo, it occupies about two-thirds of the area inside the "ji" shape. The scenery is beautiful and beautiful. There are only a few shop signs floating in the peach forest and bamboo sea. They are far away and can't see the words on the signs clearly, but Shisanniang But he understood it well, and pointed to the easternmost guise and said: "There is the Mingchuang Studio, the one to the west is the Zhuyin Study, and next to the study is Qianfang Lin, and the one with the cornices in the middle is exposed. The place is our Guixi Academy in Jiuli River. The mountain chief is an official who has retired and returned to his hometown. His surname is Zheng. People come to visit him every year. Unfortunately, Guixi Academy is not well-known and not many scholars are admitted. There is a Taoist temple in Guixi Academy. There is only one Taoist priest and a little Taoist boy. The gate has been closed for many years. I heard that the Taoist priest will not open the door to anyone except the mountain chief. There... Do you see the last cover? It was an incense shop. Although the Taoist priests did not open the door, there was a thousand-year-old peach tree outside the Taoist temple. It was said that it had become a spirit. It was the most effective way to seek fame. Every year, scholars or their families went to the incense shop to buy incense and offer it to the incense shop. A peach tree.”
"Okay, please wait a moment, you three..."
To be honest, Qiqiao didn't believe how proficient Thirteen Niang was in the art of calligraphy and painting. She was just a poor daughter. After reading some books and knowing how to draw a few strokes, she dared to talk about palm and eye. It was really a joke, and it was still Typical stumbling block. The young lady studied under Bachelor Du. Although she studied calligraphy, Bachelor Du was also very proficient in Danqing. The young lady was very influenced by it. She didn’t dare to say that she could draw, but her appreciation ability was second to none. Even she, a maid, , who is by her side every day, her eyesight is at least seven or eight points high, but she doesn't dare to talk about palm skills.
Thirteenth Niang's steps slowed down, and then she returned to normal, and replied: "When I was not married, I occasionally had a graffiti pen. It was difficult for me to be elegant. I just entertained myself in my free time."
"No need. When you are away from home, there is no better place than at home. Just make do with what you have." Hua Zhuo swallowed the food in his mouth and cleared his mouth with tea. Then he replied, then lowered his head and continued to eat slowly. He looked up, but said no more words.
Thirteenth Niang's steps slowed down, and then she returned to normal, and replied: "When I was not married, I occasionally had a graffiti pen. It was difficult for me to be elegant. I just entertained myself in my free time."
In a wealthy family, not to mention the young lady, even the maid can taste the quality of the soup with just one bite. It shows how exquisite the food is on weekdays, but she only thinks the soup is delicious, something she has never tasted before.
The Thirteenth Niang stared at her blankly, and suddenly thought that this was the ancient saying of not talking before eating or sleeping. Her father had taught her this when she was at home, but she had gradually forgotten it in the past few years. She took another sip of the soup and found it to be extremely delicious. She couldn't find anything wrong with it, and she felt all sorts of things in her heart.
The waiter was very clever. When he saw the female guest, he quickly led her into the private room. Hua Zhuo asked Qiqiao to reward him with a few copper coins, which made the waiter smile and become more and more attentive.
After a while, the dishes were served. Hua Zhuo didn't move, and neither did Thirteenth Niang. Qiqiao raised her chopsticks and tasted everything before saying, "Miss, this dish is quite fresh, but the soup is not very good. Don't eat it."
Hua Zhuo smiled and said in a low voice: "Try her skills."
Thirteenth Niang's steps slowed down, and then she returned to normal, and replied: "When I was not married, I occasionally had a graffiti pen. It was difficult for me to be elegant. I just entertained myself in my free time."
In just a few words, she explained her origins clearly. The most important point is that she has not sold herself, is not a slave of the Hua family, and has only an employment relationship with Chaoyan Hall, so what she said is "loyalty and mercy." , "Work in Chaoyan Hall to support yourself", rather than "Be loyal to the steward and take him in", "No longer have to worry about food and clothing from now on". Although she said this, her attitude towards Hua Zhuo was much more respectful than Yue Xiang's, as if she was Hua Zhuo's personal maid.
The Thirteenth Niang stared at her blankly, and suddenly thought that this was the ancient saying of not talking before eating or sleeping. Her father had taught her this when she was at home, but she had gradually forgotten it in the past few years. She took another sip of the soup and found it to be extremely delicious. She couldn't find anything wrong with it, and she felt all sorts of things in her heart.
Qiqiao felt strange and whispered in Hua Zhuo's ear: "Miss, I see that she has a very deep mind. How can you still let her take advantage of a trivial matter after taking such a big detour?"
There is a faint bookishness about Thirteenth Niang, which is completely different from Jiu Niang's shrewdness and ability. From what she just said, Jiu Niang was sold to Rong'an Hall since she was a child, while Thirteen Niang grew up beside her parents. As adults, these two sisters were in different situations, but in the end they came together. It has to be said that things in the world are not always satisfactory.
Is this the difference? The girl in front of her had such a good life. She was born into a wealthy family and was well-fed and well-fed, but she... was so unwilling to be separated from others!
In just a few words, she explained her origins clearly. The most important point is that she has not sold herself, is not a slave of the Hua family, and has only an employment relationship with Chaoyan Hall, so what she said is "loyalty and mercy." , "Work in Chaoyan Hall to support yourself", rather than "Be loyal to the steward and take him in", "No longer have to worry about food and clothing from now on". Although she said this, her attitude towards Hua Zhuo was much more respectful than Yue Xiang's, as if she was Hua Zhuo's personal maid.
Hua Zhuo then picked up chopsticks and slowly ate a few dishes that Qiqiao said were fresh. Thirteenth Niang looked a little uneasy and said, "Miss, do you want to change the soup?"
Hua Zhuo naturally heard it, but remained calm and said as if chatting: "Thirteenth Mother, how long have you been in Chaoyan Hall?"
West Street was a bit far away, and Hua Zhuo and his party walked slowly. By the time they arrived at the entrance of West Street, it was almost noon. A restaurant at the intersection was full of customers, and the aroma of wine, coriander, and vegetables mixed together and floated in the air. Hua Zhuo smelled it and suddenly felt hungry.
"No need. When you are away from home, there is no better place than at home. Just make do with what you have." Hua Zhuo swallowed the food in his mouth and cleared his mouth with tea. Then he replied, then lowered his head and continued to eat slowly. He looked up, but said no more words.
Thirteenth Niang pointed to the end of the street and said: "It's on the north bank of West Street. Miss, look, West Street is adjacent to Jiuli Creek. This is an inlet of Jiuli Creek. There is a small pier on the south bank of West Street. Usually outside Most of the tourists who come down the river land there, so the south bank is mostly filled with restaurants and inns. The northwest bank is quiet, with peach groves and bamboo seas. It is one of the favorite places for literati to visit. The north bank is the most popular place for literati. The space is limited and there is not much room to stay, so Mingchuangzhai occupies the best location on the north bank."
"How far is Mingchuangzhai?" she asked.
The Thirteenth Niang stared at her blankly, and suddenly thought that this was the ancient saying of not talking before eating or sleeping. Her father had taught her this when she was at home, but she had gradually forgotten it in the past few years. She took another sip of the soup and found it to be extremely delicious. She couldn't find anything wrong with it, and she felt all sorts of things in her heart.
Hua Zhuo then picked up chopsticks and slowly ate a few dishes that Qiqiao said were fresh. Thirteenth Niang looked a little uneasy and said, "Miss, do you want to change the soup?"
Hua Zhuo wanted to go see the legendary thousand-year-old peach tree again. He thought that it would waste a lot of time and he couldn't go hungry to see the peach tree. He immediately let Thirteenth Niang lead the way and found a clean room. Restaurant, sat in.
In a wealthy family, not to mention the young lady, even the maid can taste the quality of the soup with just one bite. It shows how exquisite the food is on weekdays, but she only thinks the soup is delicious, something she has never tasted before.
Is this the difference? The girl in front of her had such a good life. She was born into a wealthy family and was well-fed and well-fed, but she... was so unwilling to be separated from others!
Rongantang is expected to take off, but what it needs most right now is manpower. If Thirteen Niang really has this ability, even if she is unwilling to sell herself, what if she is given a chance.
"If the young lady trusts Thirteenth Niang, then I would rather obey her than obey her orders." Thirteenth Niang was submissive and finally showed a hint of excitement.
Qiqiao felt strange and whispered in Hua Zhuo's ear: "Miss, I see that she has a very deep mind. How can you still let her take advantage of a trivial matter after taking such a big detour?"
Is this the difference? The girl in front of her had such a good life. She was born into a wealthy family and was well-fed and well-fed, but she... was so unwilling to be separated from others!
West Street was a bit far away, and Hua Zhuo and his party walked slowly. By the time they arrived at the entrance of West Street, it was almost noon. A restaurant at the intersection was full of customers, and the aroma of wine, coriander, and vegetables mixed together and floated in the air. Hua Zhuo smelled it and suddenly felt hungry.
"No need. When you are away from home, there is no better place than at home. Just make do with what you have." Hua Zhuo swallowed the food in his mouth and cleared his mouth with tea. Then he replied, then lowered his head and continued to eat slowly. He looked up, but said no more words.
Hua Zhuo smiled and said in a low voice: "Try her skills."
There is a faint bookishness about Thirteenth Niang, which is completely different from Jiu Niang's shrewdness and ability. From what she just said, Jiu Niang was sold to Rong'an Hall since she was a child, while Thirteen Niang grew up beside her parents. As adults, these two sisters were in different situations, but in the end they came together. It has to be said that things in the world are not always satisfactory.
Hua Zhuo nodded. There was something in Thirteenth Niang's words that meant she was self-recommended, but she didn't know what her purpose was. Rongan Hall had few heirs, no manpower to manage the property, and very few side branches to help, so the owner of the shop under his name The shopkeeper can only be a domestic slave who has signed a contract of sale. If Thirteenth Niang does not give up her freedom, she will never be able to develop in Rong'an Hall. She has worked in Chaoyan Hall for five years, so it is impossible not to understand This principle. She had already vaguely emphasized her freedom before, and she was obviously unwilling to sell herself. No matter how capable she was, it would be in vain.