Now that Mrs. Fang is willing to leave the West Cross Courtyard, Hua Zhuo's life has gradually become more leisurely. She returned the account books and the keys to each courtyard door to Mrs. Fang, and no longer cares about the affairs of the inner courtyard, only when Mr. Fang has important things to deal with. , she just went over to listen, and sometimes expressed her own opinions. Fang also wanted to give her daughter a chance to express herself. As long as Hua Zhuo said something reasonable, she would do it. Therefore, although she no longer held the power in the family, those maids and servants But they never dared to neglect, and sometimes they asked to come to Hua Zhuo when they did something wrong.
Although Hua Zhuo was in a daze, he reacted quickly and immediately replied: "But there's another flying phoenix, and it's a pretty phoenix with green feathers."
Hua Zhuo didn't care whether it was appropriate for her to ask these questions or not. She had also been there. In the previous life, the concubines of the eldest son of the Qiao family came to the family one after another. He even told her at first, but then stopped talking at all, until she bumped into him unexpectedly. Only when there was a girl with a smoky look and a charming attitude in the family did she realize that she had a sister.
is her
When she raised her head, she could see more clearly. Fang stared at the eyes of the two girls carefully for a while, and saw one eyeball turning around in panic, looking left and right but not daring to look at her, while the other one didn't dare to look directly at her. But she just lowered her eyes, her expression was still calm, and then she pointed at the one whose eyes were spinning in panic and said: "Go down. Sanchun, take five taels of silver and send her back."
Hua Zhuo didn't mind showing kindness to others, so he just discussed it with Fang. One of them would pretend to be a white face, and the other would pretend to be a red face. Instead, they promoted the image of a steady, capable and kind lady and spread it to the outside world. Go, but everyone wants to praise her, she is worthy of being the daughter of the governor, and she is a lady among everyone.
As soon as I figured it out, I asked Nanny Liu to send someone to send a message to the Du family. Thinking that Miss Du was the most considerate person and had the best relationship with her, I simply asked Miss Du to come and persuade her.
Hua Zhuo didn't mind showing kindness to others, so he just discussed it with Fang. One of them would pretend to be a white face, and the other would pretend to be a red face. Instead, they promoted the image of a steady, capable and kind lady and spread it to the outside world. Go, but everyone wants to praise her, she is worthy of being the daughter of the governor, and she is a lady among everyone.
Aunt Shuangcheng responded and pulled Li Xiuer out of the house.
Hua Zhuo said angrily: "Mom, you obviously don't want to do it, why do you still want to show off to Xiu'er?"
When she raised her head, she could see more clearly. Fang stared at the eyes of the two girls carefully for a while, and saw one eyeball turning around in panic, looking left and right but not daring to look at her, while the other one didn't dare to look directly at her. But she just lowered her eyes, her expression was still calm, and then she pointed at the one whose eyes were spinning in panic and said: "Go down. Sanchun, take five taels of silver and send her back."
"yes."
At dusk that day, Aunt Shuangcheng brought two girls of fifteen or sixteen years old into the West Crossing Courtyard. Hua Zhuo happened to go to see his younger brother. When he came out, he saw their backs and entered his mother's house. He looked behind him. The two girls were not dressed like the girls at home. They were immediately curious and followed them. When they reached the door, they heard Aunt Shuangcheng reporting to Mrs. Fang: "Madam, they are the candidates chosen by the maid and concubine. I have asked Shi'an's master to calculate the birth dates, and they are all signs of a prosperous son."
"Madam, my servant's name is Li Xiu'er. She is the daughter of Li Zhuangtou of the farm in the west of the city."
Both girls looked a little uneasy. After greeting Mrs. Fang, they stood aside with their heads bowed, one grabbing the corner of her clothes and the other twisting her fingers. Mrs. Fang looked at them for a few times and found that they all looked pretty and pleasant.
"Don't think so wildly." Du Wanyi pointed at her forehead, "I pray that my eldest brother will be able to go to high school this year."
The girl was startled, but she didn't dare to say anything. She bit her lip and turned around and walked out. Hua Zhuo quickly ducked behind the pillar and saw Sanchun coming out and taking the girl away, so she leaned over to eavesdrop again.
Du Wan wore a lotus-leaf green dress today. Even the hem of the skirt was cut into the shape of a lotus leaf. A lotus flower bead was inserted on her head. The whole person looked like a graceful and beautiful water lotus. Son, it looks great.
Hua Zhuo, who was about to enter, immediately slowed down his steps.
Du Wan didn't ask her why she was upset, and said with a smile: "The Flower Festival will be in three days. I'm going to Ye Shi'an to pray for blessings. You can go with me and just relax."
In the room, Fang's voice came again.
At dusk that day, Aunt Shuangcheng brought two girls of fifteen or sixteen years old into the West Crossing Courtyard. Hua Zhuo happened to go to see his younger brother. When he came out, he saw their backs and entered his mother's house. He looked behind him. The two girls were not dressed like the girls at home. They were immediately curious and followed them. When they reached the door, they heard Aunt Shuangcheng reporting to Mrs. Fang: "Madam, they are the candidates chosen by the maid and concubine. I have asked Shi'an's master to calculate the birth dates, and they are all signs of a prosperous son."
As soon as I figured it out, I asked Nanny Liu to send someone to send a message to the Du family. Thinking that Miss Du was the most considerate person and had the best relationship with her, I simply asked Miss Du to come and persuade her.
Before going out, Mrs. Fang asked Sanchun to send a string of Buddhist beads, and asked Hua Zhuo to take them to Master Yuanhui, as a tribute to Master Yuanhui alone. Hua Zhuo cherishes it and puts the beads close to her body.
"Are you willing to enter the mansion today?" Madam Fang asked again.
The appearance of a prosperous son? What is mother going to do
is her
After returning to Xiu Pavilion, she was still a little depressed. Qiqiao and Baxiu came around to ask, but they never found out the reason. The two girls felt that something was abnormal. Usually the young lady would say everything to them. How did it happen today? Got a boring gourd
"Greetings, madam."
"yes."
Fang was looking sad when she suddenly saw her daughter rushing in and said quickly: "Slow down, slow down, she is already ten years old, why is she still bumping when walking?"
Hua Zhuo was surprised. Aunt Shuangcheng had indeed brought her into the house. Did she really want to make her a maid? But there is obviously no shortage of manpower in the mansion.
Both girls looked a little uneasy. After greeting Mrs. Fang, they stood aside with their heads bowed, one grabbing the corner of her clothes and the other twisting her fingers. Mrs. Fang looked at them for a few times and found that they all looked pretty and pleasant.
Hua Zhuo was surprised. Aunt Shuangcheng had indeed brought her into the house. Did she really want to make her a maid? But there is obviously no shortage of manpower in the mansion.
Mrs. Fang thought for a while and then said: "If we are successful, I will put the sleeves in your room first. When the day comes in three days, you will be happy for her."
Du Wan wore a lotus-leaf green dress today. Even the hem of the skirt was cut into the shape of a lotus leaf. A lotus flower bead was inserted on her head. The whole person looked like a graceful and beautiful water lotus. Son, it looks great.
In the room, Fang's voice came again.
After sending Du Wan away, Hua Zhuo told Madam Fang about it. Madam Fang didn't object at all, but on the day of the Flower Festival, she wanted to host the Flower God Festival at home, so she told Huazhuo not to show her face easily when she was out. When you arrive at Yeshi Temple, you must also respect the Three Jewels and not offend the Bodhisattvas.
"Look up at me." She said calmly.
"Well."
Du Wan came very quickly. He came the next day after receiving the message. He entered Xiu Pavilion. When he saw Hua Zhuo sitting in the window with his cheek in his hands and looking at the sycamore tree outside in a daze, he joked: "It's already dark in this room." There is only a golden phoenix, are you still looking forward to another one falling from the tree?"
"You've only been in charge of the house for a few days, but you've learned a lot with your mouth." Du Wan chuckled and sat down, "Qiqiao, Baxiu, quickly bring some tea and let your lady moisten her throat, otherwise she will be thirsty. When I catch her, I become even more talkative."
Aunt Shuangcheng responded and pulled Li Xiuer out of the house.
After returning to Xiu Pavilion, she was still a little depressed. Qiqiao and Baxiu came around to ask, but they never found out the reason. The two girls felt that something was abnormal. Usually the young lady would say everything to them. How did it happen today? Got a boring gourd
The two girls panicked for a while, and Aunt Shuangcheng said softly from the side: "If Madam asks you to look up, just look up."
The two girls panicked for a while, and Aunt Shuangcheng said softly from the side: "If Madam asks you to look up, just look up."
Hua Zhuo answered naturally, prepared money for sesame oil, and a portion of rice and rice for incense candles. In a blink of an eye, on the day of the Flower Festival, she took Qiqiao and Baxiu out.
"Silly boy, no matter how close the Du family is, how can they be better than Rongchangtang? And your uncle, even the closest relatives can't be trusted. The Du family, the Zhang family..." Mrs. Fang shook her head slightly. If her daughter could marry into the Zhang family, Maybe we can find some strong help, but for now, let’s not mention it.
"Even so, Mom, you don't have to give a girl to dad. Don't we still have the Du family? My daughter has become a disciple of Mr. Du, and Wan'er is Mom's adopted daughter. The relationship between our Hua and Du families is no better than that of the main family. , Uncle’s family is closer? The Du family is also a family of poetry and calligraphy, and our family happens to be one of the officials and one of the Confucian scholars, facing each other. There is also the Zhang family, although they are far away, but they have a close relationship with their great-grandfather, so they are still there. A little help." Hua Zhuo said anxiously.
"Even so, Mom, you don't have to give a girl to dad. Don't we still have the Du family? My daughter has become a disciple of Mr. Du, and Wan'er is Mom's adopted daughter. The relationship between our Hua and Du families is no better than that of the main family. , Uncle’s family is closer? The Du family is also a family of poetry and calligraphy, and our family happens to be one of the officials and one of the Confucian scholars, facing each other. There is also the Zhang family, although they are far away, but they have a close relationship with their great-grandfather, so they are still there. A little help." Hua Zhuo said anxiously.
Du Wan didn't ask her why she was upset, and said with a smile: "The Flower Festival will be in three days. I'm going to Ye Shi'an to pray for blessings. You can go with me and just relax."
Although Hua Zhuo was in a daze, he reacted quickly and immediately replied: "But there's another flying phoenix, and it's a pretty phoenix with green feathers."
As soon as they left, Hua Zhuo rushed into the house and called out: "Mother."
When she raised her head, she could see more clearly. Fang stared at the eyes of the two girls carefully for a while, and saw one eyeball turning around in panic, looking left and right but not daring to look at her, while the other one didn't dare to look directly at her. But she just lowered her eyes, her expression was still calm, and then she pointed at the one whose eyes were spinning in panic and said: "Go down. Sanchun, take five taels of silver and send her back."
Hua Zhuo, who was about to enter, immediately slowed down his steps.
Fang was looking sad when she suddenly saw her daughter rushing in and said quickly: "Slow down, slow down, she is already ten years old, why is she still bumping when walking?"
Mrs. Fang thought for a while and then said: "If we are successful, I will put the sleeves in your room first. When the day comes in three days, you will be happy for her."
"yes."
"yes."
The girl was startled, but she didn't dare to say anything. She bit her lip and turned around and walked out. Hua Zhuo quickly ducked behind the pillar and saw Sanchun coming out and taking the girl away, so she leaned over to eavesdrop again.
"May I have your name?"
"If Mom is willing, why do you look sad?"
"Greetings, madam."
"Look up at me." She said calmly.
"May I have your name?"
"May I have your name?"
Mrs. Fang sighed softly and said: "I was thinking of you before you were born... The Hua family has very few heirs. Mom has been injured again this time. I'm afraid she will never be able to have children for the Hua family again. In the future, your father and mother will If anything happens, we will only have one sister and one brother left in our Rongan Hall. Your uncle... is unreliable. Several of his cousins do not seem to be promising, and the relationship between Rongan Hall and our family is cold. , if something happens in the future, you siblings don’t even have anyone who can help."
The appearance of a prosperous son? What is mother going to do
Mrs. Fang sighed softly and said: "I was thinking of you before you were born... The Hua family has very few heirs. Mom has been injured again this time. I'm afraid she will never be able to have children for the Hua family again. In the future, your father and mother will If anything happens, we will only have one sister and one brother left in our Rongan Hall. Your uncle... is unreliable. Several of his cousins do not seem to be promising, and the relationship between Rongan Hall and our family is cold. , if something happens in the future, you siblings don’t even have anyone who can help."
In the room, Fang's voice came again.
As soon as I figured it out, I asked Nanny Liu to send someone to send a message to the Du family. Thinking that Miss Du was the most considerate person and had the best relationship with her, I simply asked Miss Du to come and persuade her.
The girl was startled, but she didn't dare to say anything. She bit her lip and turned around and walked out. Hua Zhuo quickly ducked behind the pillar and saw Sanchun coming out and taking the girl away, so she leaned over to eavesdrop again.
"May I have your name?"
Mrs. Fang thought for a while and then said: "If we are successful, I will put the sleeves in your room first. When the day comes in three days, you will be happy for her."
"Madam, my servant's name is Li Xiu'er. She is the daughter of Li Zhuangtou of the farm in the west of the city."
As soon as I figured it out, I asked Nanny Liu to send someone to send a message to the Du family. Thinking that Miss Du was the most considerate person and had the best relationship with her, I simply asked Miss Du to come and persuade her.
She still remembers those heartbreaks clearly. She didn't like the eldest son of the Qiao family very much, but even so, her mother was wholeheartedly devoted to her father. It's okay to have a Shuangcheng aunt. After all, Shuangcheng aunt has been with her mother since she was a child. Even if she becomes an aunt, she is more like a maid than a concubine, but getting another one now is nothing.
She still remembers those heartbreaks clearly. She didn't like the eldest son of the Qiao family very much, but even so, her mother was wholeheartedly devoted to her father. It's okay to have a Shuangcheng aunt. After all, Shuangcheng aunt has been with her mother since she was a child. Even if she becomes an aunt, she is more like a maid than a concubine, but getting another one now is nothing.
is her
"yes."
In the room, Fang's voice came again.
Hua Zhuo suddenly realized that just after the Chinese New Year, Du Hong packed his bags and went to Beijing to attend the Spring Festival in March this year. Counting the days, it was almost time to arrive in the capital. Now everyone in the Du family was worried about this matter, so naturally he could All the incense has been burned, and all the Buddhas who can be worshiped must be worshiped. Although Du Hong's talent and learning will definitely be on the list if there is no accident, but in the scientific examination, talent and learning only account for half, and luck accounts for three thirds. , the remaining two points depend on one's temperament and whether one can calm down and perform normally.
"I'm annoyed, and you still come to make fun of me." Hua Zhuo said angrily.
is her
"I'm annoyed, and you still come to make fun of me." Hua Zhuo said angrily.
"May I have your name?"
Hua Zhuo was surprised. Aunt Shuangcheng had indeed brought her into the house. Did she really want to make her a maid? But there is obviously no shortage of manpower in the mansion.
In the room, Fang's voice came again.
"If Mom is willing, why do you look sad?"
"May I have your name?"
"It turns out she is Li Zhuangtou's daughter. No wonder she looks familiar to me." When Mrs. Fang heard about her birth, she laughed, "Last time I saw you, you were only eleven or twelve years old. I didn't expect you to be so short." In two or three years, she has grown into a big girl."
Hua Zhuo was at a loss for words. Are brothers born from concubines bound to be good? There are many families who have never had quarrels between concubines and concubines. My mother must be confused. She wanted to persuade her a few more words, but when she saw Mr. Fang saying these words and looking a little unhappy, she was immediately frightened. She was afraid of provoking her mother's heart again, so she swallowed the words back in her stomach.
"Brother Du is also my senior brother. Cheng, I will go with you to pray for him on that day."
The last time Ms. Fang saw Li Xiu'er was before she was pregnant with Hua Yan. Unexpectedly, in the blink of an eye, the little girl grew up to be a very nice girl. She is the daughter of a domestic slave, so she is naturally of a clean family, and her birth date is good, so she can have children, so it is naturally suitable for her to stay and marry the master.
"Are you willing to enter the mansion today?" Madam Fang asked again.
The appearance of a prosperous son? What is mother going to do
Hua Zhuo was at a loss for words. Are brothers born from concubines bound to be good? There are many families who have never had quarrels between concubines and concubines. My mother must be confused. She wanted to persuade her a few more words, but when she saw Mr. Fang saying these words and looking a little unhappy, she was immediately frightened. She was afraid of provoking her mother's heart again, so she swallowed the words back in her stomach.
"Madam, my servant's name is Li Xiu'er. She is the daughter of Li Zhuangtou of the farm in the west of the city."
Hua Zhuo didn't mind showing kindness to others, so he just discussed it with Fang. One of them would pretend to be a white face, and the other would pretend to be a red face. Instead, they promoted the image of a steady, capable and kind lady and spread it to the outside world. Go, but everyone wants to praise her, she is worthy of being the daughter of the governor, and she is a lady among everyone.
After returning to Xiu Pavilion, she was still a little depressed. Qiqiao and Baxiu came around to ask, but they never found out the reason. The two girls felt that something was abnormal. Usually the young lady would say everything to them. How did it happen today? Got a boring gourd
"Xiu'er also remembers Madam. Madam's appearance seems to have not changed at all." Li Xiu'er lowered his head and responded.
Hua Zhuo didn't mind showing kindness to others, so he just discussed it with Fang. One of them would pretend to be a white face, and the other would pretend to be a red face. Instead, they promoted the image of a steady, capable and kind lady and spread it to the outside world. Go, but everyone wants to praise her, she is worthy of being the daughter of the governor, and she is a lady among everyone.
Hua Zhuo didn't mind showing kindness to others, so he just discussed it with Fang. One of them would pretend to be a white face, and the other would pretend to be a red face. Instead, they promoted the image of a steady, capable and kind lady and spread it to the outside world. Go, but everyone wants to praise her, she is worthy of being the daughter of the governor, and she is a lady among everyone.
The girl was startled, but she didn't dare to say anything. She bit her lip and turned around and walked out. Hua Zhuo quickly ducked behind the pillar and saw Sanchun coming out and taking the girl away, so she leaned over to eavesdrop again.
"Even so, Mom, you don't have to give a girl to dad. Don't we still have the Du family? My daughter has become a disciple of Mr. Du, and Wan'er is Mom's adopted daughter. The relationship between our Hua and Du families is no better than that of the main family. , Uncle’s family is closer? The Du family is also a family of poetry and calligraphy, and our family happens to be one of the officials and one of the Confucian scholars, facing each other. There is also the Zhang family, although they are far away, but they have a close relationship with their great-grandfather, so they are still there. A little help." Hua Zhuo said anxiously.
"Are you willing to enter the mansion today?" Madam Fang asked again.
After returning to Xiu Pavilion, she was still a little depressed. Qiqiao and Baxiu came around to ask, but they never found out the reason. The two girls felt that something was abnormal. Usually the young lady would say everything to them. How did it happen today? Got a boring gourd
Li Xiuer's cheeks were slightly red and her voice sounded like a mosquito. Before entering the house, Aunt Shuangcheng had already made it clear to her parents that as long as the lady liked her, she would be the master's wife. If she was lucky enough to give birth to a boy and a girl, she would immediately take her as his aunt. After the new year, when she had nothing to spend, she was given a sum of money as her dowry, and she was still released from the house to marry someone else. The Hua family would not ask anything.
"yes."
"Brother Du is also my senior brother. Cheng, I will go with you to pray for him on that day."
"Did you hear everything?" Ms. Fang was stunned for a moment, and then said: "You are a girl, so you should not have to worry about these things. Besides, who can tell you that your mother doesn't want to do it?"
"yes."
Hua Zhuo answered naturally, prepared money for sesame oil, and a portion of rice and rice for incense candles. In a blink of an eye, on the day of the Flower Festival, she took Qiqiao and Baxiu out.
"Brother Du is also my senior brother. Cheng, I will go with you to pray for him on that day."
Mrs. Fang sighed softly and said: "I was thinking of you before you were born... The Hua family has very few heirs. Mom has been injured again this time. I'm afraid she will never be able to have children for the Hua family again. In the future, your father and mother will If anything happens, we will only have one sister and one brother left in our Rongan Hall. Your uncle... is unreliable. Several of his cousins do not seem to be promising, and the relationship between Rongan Hall and our family is cold. , if something happens in the future, you siblings don’t even have anyone who can help."
The two girls panicked for a while, and Aunt Shuangcheng said softly from the side: "If Madam asks you to look up, just look up."
Li Xiuer's cheeks were slightly red and her voice sounded like a mosquito. Before entering the house, Aunt Shuangcheng had already made it clear to her parents that as long as the lady liked her, she would be the master's wife. If she was lucky enough to give birth to a boy and a girl, she would immediately take her as his aunt. After the new year, when she had nothing to spend, she was given a sum of money as her dowry, and she was still released from the house to marry someone else. The Hua family would not ask anything.
"yes."
Aunt Shuangcheng responded and pulled Li Xiuer out of the house.
She still remembers those heartbreaks clearly. She didn't like the eldest son of the Qiao family very much, but even so, her mother was wholeheartedly devoted to her father. It's okay to have a Shuangcheng aunt. After all, Shuangcheng aunt has been with her mother since she was a child. Even if she becomes an aunt, she is more like a maid than a concubine, but getting another one now is nothing.
"Did you hear everything?" Ms. Fang was stunned for a moment, and then said: "You are a girl, so you should not have to worry about these things. Besides, who can tell you that your mother doesn't want to do it?"
"Well."
Hua Zhuo didn't mind showing kindness to others, so he just discussed it with Fang. One of them would pretend to be a white face, and the other would pretend to be a red face. Instead, they promoted the image of a steady, capable and kind lady and spread it to the outside world. Go, but everyone wants to praise her, she is worthy of being the daughter of the governor, and she is a lady among everyone.
"Madam, my servant's name is Li Xiu'er. She is the daughter of Li Zhuangtou of the farm in the west of the city."
"May I have your name?"
Du Wan didn't ask her why she was upset, and said with a smile: "The Flower Festival will be in three days. I'm going to Ye Shi'an to pray for blessings. You can go with me and just relax."
"Even so, Mom, you don't have to give a girl to dad. Don't we still have the Du family? My daughter has become a disciple of Mr. Du, and Wan'er is Mom's adopted daughter. The relationship between our Hua and Du families is no better than that of the main family. , Uncle’s family is closer? The Du family is also a family of poetry and calligraphy, and our family happens to be one of the officials and one of the Confucian scholars, facing each other. There is also the Zhang family, although they are far away, but they have a close relationship with their great-grandfather, so they are still there. A little help." Hua Zhuo said anxiously.
Du Wan wore a lotus-leaf green dress today. Even the hem of the skirt was cut into the shape of a lotus leaf. A lotus flower bead was inserted on her head. The whole person looked like a graceful and beautiful water lotus. Son, it looks great.
Mrs. Fang thought for a while and then said: "If we are successful, I will put the sleeves in your room first. When the day comes in three days, you will be happy for her."
Mrs. Fang sighed softly and said: "I was thinking of you before you were born... The Hua family has very few heirs. Mom has been injured again this time. I'm afraid she will never be able to have children for the Hua family again. In the future, your father and mother will If anything happens, we will only have one sister and one brother left in our Rongan Hall. Your uncle... is unreliable. Several of his cousins do not seem to be promising, and the relationship between Rongan Hall and our family is cold. , if something happens in the future, you siblings don’t even have anyone who can help."
"Look up at me." She said calmly.
"Flower Festival?" Hua Zhuo was distracted by her and became more energetic. "Flower Festival is also the Women's Day. What do you want to pray for? Tell me."
Hua Zhuo said angrily: "Mom, you obviously don't want to do it, why do you still want to show off to Xiu'er?"
Hua Zhuo answered naturally, prepared money for sesame oil, and a portion of rice and rice for incense candles. In a blink of an eye, on the day of the Flower Festival, she took Qiqiao and Baxiu out.
"yes."
Aunt Shuangcheng responded and pulled Li Xiuer out of the house.
is her
"yes."
Mrs. Fang thought for a while and then said: "If we are successful, I will put the sleeves in your room first. When the day comes in three days, you will be happy for her."
Du Wan came very quickly. He came the next day after receiving the message. He entered Xiu Pavilion. When he saw Hua Zhuo sitting in the window with his cheek in his hands and looking at the sycamore tree outside in a daze, he joked: "It's already dark in this room." There is only a golden phoenix, are you still looking forward to another one falling from the tree?"
At dusk that day, Aunt Shuangcheng brought two girls of fifteen or sixteen years old into the West Crossing Courtyard. Hua Zhuo happened to go to see his younger brother. When he came out, he saw their backs and entered his mother's house. He looked behind him. The two girls were not dressed like the girls at home. They were immediately curious and followed them. When they reached the door, they heard Aunt Shuangcheng reporting to Mrs. Fang: "Madam, they are the candidates chosen by the maid and concubine. I have asked Shi'an's master to calculate the birth dates, and they are all signs of a prosperous son."
Li Xiuer's cheeks were slightly red and her voice sounded like a mosquito. Before entering the house, Aunt Shuangcheng had already made it clear to her parents that as long as the lady liked her, she would be the master's wife. If she was lucky enough to give birth to a boy and a girl, she would immediately take her as his aunt. After the new year, when she had nothing to spend, she was given a sum of money as her dowry, and she was still released from the house to marry someone else. The Hua family would not ask anything.
Hua Zhuo said angrily: "Mom, you obviously don't want to do it, why do you still want to show off to Xiu'er?"
Hua Zhuo suddenly realized that just after the Chinese New Year, Du Hong packed his bags and went to Beijing to attend the Spring Festival in March this year. Counting the days, it was almost time to arrive in the capital. Now everyone in the Du family was worried about this matter, so naturally he could All the incense has been burned, and all the Buddhas who can be worshiped must be worshiped. Although Du Hong's talent and learning will definitely be on the list if there is no accident, but in the scientific examination, talent and learning only account for half, and luck accounts for three thirds. , the remaining two points depend on one's temperament and whether one can calm down and perform normally.
Aunt Shuangcheng responded and pulled Li Xiuer out of the house.
Hua Zhuo didn't mind showing kindness to others, so he just discussed it with Fang. One of them would pretend to be a white face, and the other would pretend to be a red face. Instead, they promoted the image of a steady, capable and kind lady and spread it to the outside world. Go, but everyone wants to praise her, she is worthy of being the daughter of the governor, and she is a lady among everyone.
Hua Zhuo was at a loss for words. Are brothers born from concubines bound to be good? There are many families who have never had quarrels between concubines and concubines. My mother must be confused. She wanted to persuade her a few more words, but when she saw Mr. Fang saying these words and looking a little unhappy, she was immediately frightened. She was afraid of provoking her mother's heart again, so she swallowed the words back in her stomach.
As soon as they left, Hua Zhuo rushed into the house and called out: "Mother."
"Flower Festival?" Hua Zhuo was distracted by her and became more energetic. "Flower Festival is also the Women's Day. What do you want to pray for? Tell me."
The last time Ms. Fang saw Li Xiu'er was before she was pregnant with Hua Yan. Unexpectedly, in the blink of an eye, the little girl grew up to be a very nice girl. She is the daughter of a domestic slave, so she is naturally of a clean family, and her birth date is good, so she can have children, so it is naturally suitable for her to stay and marry the master.
Hua Zhuo was at a loss for words. Are brothers born from concubines bound to be good? There are many families who have never had quarrels between concubines and concubines. My mother must be confused. She wanted to persuade her a few more words, but when she saw Mr. Fang saying these words and looking a little unhappy, she was immediately frightened. She was afraid of provoking her mother's heart again, so she swallowed the words back in her stomach.
Aunt Shuangcheng responded and pulled Li Xiuer out of the house.
Fang was looking sad when she suddenly saw her daughter rushing in and said quickly: "Slow down, slow down, she is already ten years old, why is she still bumping when walking?"
After sending Du Wan away, Hua Zhuo told Madam Fang about it. Madam Fang didn't object at all, but on the day of the Flower Festival, she wanted to host the Flower God Festival at home, so she told Huazhuo not to show her face easily when she was out. When you arrive at Yeshi Temple, you must also respect the Three Jewels and not offend the Bodhisattvas.
Aunt Shuangcheng responded and pulled Li Xiuer out of the house.
Hua Zhuo didn't mind showing kindness to others, so he just discussed it with Fang. One of them would pretend to be a white face, and the other would pretend to be a red face. Instead, they promoted the image of a steady, capable and kind lady and spread it to the outside world. Go, but everyone wants to praise her, she is worthy of being the daughter of the governor, and she is a lady among everyone.
Hua Zhuo was at a loss for words. Are brothers born from concubines bound to be good? There are many families who have never had quarrels between concubines and concubines. My mother must be confused. She wanted to persuade her a few more words, but when she saw Mr. Fang saying these words and looking a little unhappy, she was immediately frightened. She was afraid of provoking her mother's heart again, so she swallowed the words back in her stomach.
Hua Zhuo didn't care whether it was appropriate for her to ask these questions or not. She had also been there. In the previous life, the concubines of the eldest son of the Qiao family came to the family one after another. He even told her at first, but then stopped talking at all, until she bumped into him unexpectedly. Only when there was a girl with a smoky look and a charming attitude in the family did she realize that she had a sister.
As soon as they left, Hua Zhuo rushed into the house and called out: "Mother."
Both girls looked a little uneasy. After greeting Mrs. Fang, they stood aside with their heads bowed, one grabbing the corner of her clothes and the other twisting her fingers. Mrs. Fang looked at them for a few times and found that they all looked pretty and pleasant.
"Are you willing to enter the mansion today?" Madam Fang asked again.
Hua Zhuo said angrily: "Mom, you obviously don't want to do it, why do you still want to show off to Xiu'er?"
"Are you willing to enter the mansion today?" Madam Fang asked again.
The girl was startled, but she didn't dare to say anything. She bit her lip and turned around and walked out. Hua Zhuo quickly ducked behind the pillar and saw Sanchun coming out and taking the girl away, so she leaned over to eavesdrop again.
"Did you hear everything?" Ms. Fang was stunned for a moment, and then said: "You are a girl, so you should not have to worry about these things. Besides, who can tell you that your mother doesn't want to do it?"
"If Mom is willing, why do you look sad?"
Hua Zhuo, who was about to enter, immediately slowed down his steps.
"You've only been in charge of the house for a few days, but you've learned a lot with your mouth." Du Wan chuckled and sat down, "Qiqiao, Baxiu, quickly bring some tea and let your lady moisten her throat, otherwise she will be thirsty. When I catch her, I become even more talkative."
"Look up at me." She said calmly.
At dusk that day, Aunt Shuangcheng brought two girls of fifteen or sixteen years old into the West Crossing Courtyard. Hua Zhuo happened to go to see his younger brother. When he came out, he saw their backs and entered his mother's house. He looked behind him. The two girls were not dressed like the girls at home. They were immediately curious and followed them. When they reached the door, they heard Aunt Shuangcheng reporting to Mrs. Fang: "Madam, they are the candidates chosen by the maid and concubine. I have asked Shi'an's master to calculate the birth dates, and they are all signs of a prosperous son."
Before going out, Mrs. Fang asked Sanchun to send a string of Buddhist beads, and asked Hua Zhuo to take them to Master Yuanhui, as a tribute to Master Yuanhui alone. Hua Zhuo cherishes it and puts the beads close to her body.
"If Mom is willing, why do you look sad?"
Hua Zhuo was at a loss for words. Are brothers born from concubines bound to be good? There are many families who have never had quarrels between concubines and concubines. My mother must be confused. She wanted to persuade her a few more words, but when she saw Mr. Fang saying these words and looking a little unhappy, she was immediately frightened. She was afraid of provoking her mother's heart again, so she swallowed the words back in her stomach.
Hua Zhuo, who was about to enter, immediately slowed down his steps.
Du Wan didn't ask her why she was upset, and said with a smile: "The Flower Festival will be in three days. I'm going to Ye Shi'an to pray for blessings. You can go with me and just relax."
Hua Zhuo was at a loss for words. Are brothers born from concubines bound to be good? There are many families who have never had quarrels between concubines and concubines. My mother must be confused. She wanted to persuade her a few more words, but when she saw Mr. Fang saying these words and looking a little unhappy, she was immediately frightened. She was afraid of provoking her mother's heart again, so she swallowed the words back in her stomach.
After returning to Xiu Pavilion, she was still a little depressed. Qiqiao and Baxiu came around to ask, but they never found out the reason. The two girls felt that something was abnormal. Usually the young lady would say everything to them. How did it happen today? Got a boring gourd
Fang was looking sad when she suddenly saw her daughter rushing in and said quickly: "Slow down, slow down, she is already ten years old, why is she still bumping when walking?"
Hua Zhuo didn't care whether it was appropriate for her to ask these questions or not. She had also been there. In the previous life, the concubines of the eldest son of the Qiao family came to the family one after another. He even told her at first, but then stopped talking at all, until she bumped into him unexpectedly. Only when there was a girl with a smoky look and a charming attitude in the family did she realize that she had a sister.
"Madam, my servant's name is Li Xiu'er. She is the daughter of Li Zhuangtou of the farm in the west of the city."
"Well."
Hua Zhuo didn't mind showing kindness to others, so he just discussed it with Fang. One of them would pretend to be a white face, and the other would pretend to be a red face. Instead, they promoted the image of a steady, capable and kind lady and spread it to the outside world. Go, but everyone wants to praise her, she is worthy of being the daughter of the governor, and she is a lady among everyone.
Fang was looking sad when she suddenly saw her daughter rushing in and said quickly: "Slow down, slow down, she is already ten years old, why is she still bumping when walking?"
Du Wan wore a lotus-leaf green dress today. Even the hem of the skirt was cut into the shape of a lotus leaf. A lotus flower bead was inserted on her head. The whole person looked like a graceful and beautiful water lotus. Son, it looks great.
"yes."
Hua Zhuo was surprised. Aunt Shuangcheng had indeed brought her into the house. Did she really want to make her a maid? But there is obviously no shortage of manpower in the mansion.
She still remembers those heartbreaks clearly. She didn't like the eldest son of the Qiao family very much, but even so, her mother was wholeheartedly devoted to her father. It's okay to have a Shuangcheng aunt. After all, Shuangcheng aunt has been with her mother since she was a child. Even if she becomes an aunt, she is more like a maid than a concubine, but getting another one now is nothing.
Hua Zhuo was surprised. Aunt Shuangcheng had indeed brought her into the house. Did she really want to make her a maid? But there is obviously no shortage of manpower in the mansion.
Fang was looking sad when she suddenly saw her daughter rushing in and said quickly: "Slow down, slow down, she is already ten years old, why is she still bumping when walking?"
In the room, Fang's voice came again.
After sending Du Wan away, Hua Zhuo told Madam Fang about it. Madam Fang didn't object at all, but on the day of the Flower Festival, she wanted to host the Flower God Festival at home, so she told Huazhuo not to show her face easily when she was out. When you arrive at Yeshi Temple, you must also respect the Three Jewels and not offend the Bodhisattvas.
"If Mom is willing, why do you look sad?"
Li Xiuer's cheeks were slightly red and her voice sounded like a mosquito. Before entering the house, Aunt Shuangcheng had already made it clear to her parents that as long as the lady liked her, she would be the master's wife. If she was lucky enough to give birth to a boy and a girl, she would immediately take her as his aunt. After the new year, when she had nothing to spend, she was given a sum of money as her dowry, and she was still released from the house to marry someone else. The Hua family would not ask anything.
Now that Mrs. Fang is willing to leave the West Cross Courtyard, Hua Zhuo's life has gradually become more leisurely. She returned the account books and the keys to each courtyard door to Mrs. Fang, and no longer cares about the affairs of the inner courtyard, only when Mr. Fang has important things to deal with. , she just went over to listen, and sometimes expressed her own opinions. Fang also wanted to give her daughter a chance to express herself. As long as Hua Zhuo said something reasonable, she would do it. Therefore, although she no longer held the power in the family, those maids and servants But they never dared to neglect, and sometimes they asked to come to Hua Zhuo when they did something wrong.
When she raised her head, she could see more clearly. Fang stared at the eyes of the two girls carefully for a while, and saw one eyeball turning around in panic, looking left and right but not daring to look at her, while the other one didn't dare to look directly at her. But she just lowered her eyes, her expression was still calm, and then she pointed at the one whose eyes were spinning in panic and said: "Go down. Sanchun, take five taels of silver and send her back."
Mrs. Fang sighed softly and said: "I was thinking of you before you were born... The Hua family has very few heirs. Mom has been injured again this time. I'm afraid she will never be able to have children for the Hua family again. In the future, your father and mother will If anything happens, we will only have one sister and one brother left in our Rongan Hall. Your uncle... is unreliable. Several of his cousins do not seem to be promising, and the relationship between Rongan Hall and our family is cold. , if something happens in the future, you siblings don’t even have anyone who can help."
As soon as they left, Hua Zhuo rushed into the house and called out: "Mother."
She still remembers those heartbreaks clearly. She didn't like the eldest son of the Qiao family very much, but even so, her mother was wholeheartedly devoted to her father. It's okay to have a Shuangcheng aunt. After all, Shuangcheng aunt has been with her mother since she was a child. Even if she becomes an aunt, she is more like a maid than a concubine, but getting another one now is nothing.
"Madam, my servant's name is Li Xiu'er. She is the daughter of Li Zhuangtou of the farm in the west of the city."
Although Hua Zhuo was in a daze, he reacted quickly and immediately replied: "But there's another flying phoenix, and it's a pretty phoenix with green feathers."
"Even so, Mom, you don't have to give a girl to dad. Don't we still have the Du family? My daughter has become a disciple of Mr. Du, and Wan'er is Mom's adopted daughter. The relationship between our Hua and Du families is no better than that of the main family. , Uncle’s family is closer? The Du family is also a family of poetry and calligraphy, and our family happens to be one of the officials and one of the Confucian scholars, facing each other. There is also the Zhang family, although they are far away, but they have a close relationship with their great-grandfather, so they are still there. A little help." Hua Zhuo said anxiously.
"It turns out she is Li Zhuangtou's daughter. No wonder she looks familiar to me." When Mrs. Fang heard about her birth, she laughed, "Last time I saw you, you were only eleven or twelve years old. I didn't expect you to be so short." In two or three years, she has grown into a big girl."
Both girls looked a little uneasy. After greeting Mrs. Fang, they stood aside with their heads bowed, one grabbing the corner of her clothes and the other twisting her fingers. Mrs. Fang looked at them for a few times and found that they all looked pretty and pleasant.
Both girls looked a little uneasy. After greeting Mrs. Fang, they stood aside with their heads bowed, one grabbing the corner of her clothes and the other twisting her fingers. Mrs. Fang looked at them for a few times and found that they all looked pretty and pleasant.
Du Wan came very quickly. He came the next day after receiving the message. He entered Xiu Pavilion. When he saw Hua Zhuo sitting in the window with his cheek in his hands and looking at the sycamore tree outside in a daze, he joked: "It's already dark in this room." There is only a golden phoenix, are you still looking forward to another one falling from the tree?"
Hua Zhuo didn't mind showing kindness to others, so he just discussed it with Fang. One of them would pretend to be a white face, and the other would pretend to be a red face. Instead, they promoted the image of a steady, capable and kind lady and spread it to the outside world. Go, but everyone wants to praise her, she is worthy of being the daughter of the governor, and she is a lady among everyone.
Hua Zhuo, who was about to enter, immediately slowed down his steps.
"Anyway, you don't need to worry about this matter. Mom also thinks about the Hua family and your siblings. As the saying goes, brothers working together are as strong as gold. A few more brothers and sisters, even if they are concubines, are more reliable than anything else. .”
"Silly boy, no matter how close the Du family is, how can they be better than Rongchangtang? And your uncle, even the closest relatives can't be trusted. The Du family, the Zhang family..." Mrs. Fang shook her head slightly. If her daughter could marry into the Zhang family, Maybe we can find some strong help, but for now, let’s not mention it.
Hua Zhuo answered naturally, prepared money for sesame oil, and a portion of rice and rice for incense candles. In a blink of an eye, on the day of the Flower Festival, she took Qiqiao and Baxiu out.
Now that Mrs. Fang is willing to leave the West Cross Courtyard, Hua Zhuo's life has gradually become more leisurely. She returned the account books and the keys to each courtyard door to Mrs. Fang, and no longer cares about the affairs of the inner courtyard, only when Mr. Fang has important things to deal with. , she just went over to listen, and sometimes expressed her own opinions. Fang also wanted to give her daughter a chance to express herself. As long as Hua Zhuo said something reasonable, she would do it. Therefore, although she no longer held the power in the family, those maids and servants But they never dared to neglect, and sometimes they asked to come to Hua Zhuo when they did something wrong.
Before going out, Mrs. Fang asked Sanchun to send a string of Buddhist beads, and asked Hua Zhuo to take them to Master Yuanhui, as a tribute to Master Yuanhui alone. Hua Zhuo cherishes it and puts the beads close to her body.
"Anyway, you don't need to worry about this matter. Mom also thinks about the Hua family and your siblings. As the saying goes, brothers working together are as strong as gold. A few more brothers and sisters, even if they are concubines, are more reliable than anything else. .”
"It turns out she is Li Zhuangtou's daughter. No wonder she looks familiar to me." When Mrs. Fang heard about her birth, she laughed, "Last time I saw you, you were only eleven or twelve years old. I didn't expect you to be so short." In two or three years, she has grown into a big girl."
At dusk that day, Aunt Shuangcheng brought two girls of fifteen or sixteen years old into the West Crossing Courtyard. Hua Zhuo happened to go to see his younger brother. When he came out, he saw their backs and entered his mother's house. He looked behind him. The two girls were not dressed like the girls at home. They were immediately curious and followed them. When they reached the door, they heard Aunt Shuangcheng reporting to Mrs. Fang: "Madam, they are the candidates chosen by the maid and concubine. I have asked Shi'an's master to calculate the birth dates, and they are all signs of a prosperous son."
Hua Zhuo was surprised. Aunt Shuangcheng had indeed brought her into the house. Did she really want to make her a maid? But there is obviously no shortage of manpower in the mansion.
Du Wan came very quickly. He came the next day after receiving the message. He entered Xiu Pavilion. When he saw Hua Zhuo sitting in the window with his cheek in his hands and looking at the sycamore tree outside in a daze, he joked: "It's already dark in this room." There is only a golden phoenix, are you still looking forward to another one falling from the tree?"
Hua Zhuo was at a loss for words. Are brothers born from concubines bound to be good? There are many families who have never had quarrels between concubines and concubines. My mother must be confused. She wanted to persuade her a few more words, but when she saw Mr. Fang saying these words and looking a little unhappy, she was immediately frightened. She was afraid of provoking her mother's heart again, so she swallowed the words back in her stomach.
At dusk that day, Aunt Shuangcheng brought two girls of fifteen or sixteen years old into the West Crossing Courtyard. Hua Zhuo happened to go to see his younger brother. When he came out, he saw their backs and entered his mother's house. He looked behind him. The two girls were not dressed like the girls at home. They were immediately curious and followed them. When they reached the door, they heard Aunt Shuangcheng reporting to Mrs. Fang: "Madam, they are the candidates chosen by the maid and concubine. I have asked Shi'an's master to calculate the birth dates, and they are all signs of a prosperous son."
"Xiu'er also remembers Madam. Madam's appearance seems to have not changed at all." Li Xiu'er lowered his head and responded.
The girl was startled, but she didn't dare to say anything. She bit her lip and turned around and walked out. Hua Zhuo quickly ducked behind the pillar and saw Sanchun coming out and taking the girl away, so she leaned over to eavesdrop again.
"Are you willing to enter the mansion today?" Madam Fang asked again.
Du Wan didn't ask her why she was upset, and said with a smile: "The Flower Festival will be in three days. I'm going to Ye Shi'an to pray for blessings. You can go with me and just relax."
Hua Zhuo said angrily: "Mom, you obviously don't want to do it, why do you still want to show off to Xiu'er?"
After returning to Xiu Pavilion, she was still a little depressed. Qiqiao and Baxiu came around to ask, but they never found out the reason. The two girls felt that something was abnormal. Usually the young lady would say everything to them. How did it happen today? Got a boring gourd
is her
Li Xiuer's cheeks were slightly red and her voice sounded like a mosquito. Before entering the house, Aunt Shuangcheng had already made it clear to her parents that as long as the lady liked her, she would be the master's wife. If she was lucky enough to give birth to a boy and a girl, she would immediately take her as his aunt. After the new year, when she had nothing to spend, she was given a sum of money as her dowry, and she was still released from the house to marry someone else. The Hua family would not ask anything.
"May I have your name?"
Hua Zhuo was surprised. Aunt Shuangcheng had indeed brought her into the house. Did she really want to make her a maid? But there is obviously no shortage of manpower in the mansion.
Hua Zhuo answered naturally, prepared money for sesame oil, and a portion of rice and rice for incense candles. In a blink of an eye, on the day of the Flower Festival, she took Qiqiao and Baxiu out.
In the room, Fang's voice came again.
After sending Du Wan away, Hua Zhuo told Madam Fang about it. Madam Fang didn't object at all, but on the day of the Flower Festival, she wanted to host the Flower God Festival at home, so she told Huazhuo not to show her face easily when she was out. When you arrive at Yeshi Temple, you must also respect the Three Jewels and not offend the Bodhisattvas.
The appearance of a prosperous son? What is mother going to do
As soon as I figured it out, I asked Nanny Liu to send someone to send a message to the Du family. Thinking that Miss Du was the most considerate person and had the best relationship with her, I simply asked Miss Du to come and persuade her.
Du Wan wore a lotus-leaf green dress today. Even the hem of the skirt was cut into the shape of a lotus leaf. A lotus flower bead was inserted on her head. The whole person looked like a graceful and beautiful water lotus. Son, it looks great.
Du Wan didn't ask her why she was upset, and said with a smile: "The Flower Festival will be in three days. I'm going to Ye Shi'an to pray for blessings. You can go with me and just relax."
Du Wan came very quickly. He came the next day after receiving the message. He entered Xiu Pavilion. When he saw Hua Zhuo sitting in the window with his cheek in his hands and looking at the sycamore tree outside in a daze, he joked: "It's already dark in this room." There is only a golden phoenix, are you still looking forward to another one falling from the tree?"
In the room, Fang's voice came again.
"Did you hear everything?" Ms. Fang was stunned for a moment, and then said: "You are a girl, so you should not have to worry about these things. Besides, who can tell you that your mother doesn't want to do it?"
"If Mom is willing, why do you look sad?"
Hua Zhuo, who was about to enter, immediately slowed down his steps.
The two girls panicked for a while, and Aunt Shuangcheng said softly from the side: "If Madam asks you to look up, just look up."
Before going out, Mrs. Fang asked Sanchun to send a string of Buddhist beads, and asked Hua Zhuo to take them to Master Yuanhui, as a tribute to Master Yuanhui alone. Hua Zhuo cherishes it and puts the beads close to her body.
Although Hua Zhuo was in a daze, he reacted quickly and immediately replied: "But there's another flying phoenix, and it's a pretty phoenix with green feathers."
Hua Zhuo said angrily: "Mom, you obviously don't want to do it, why do you still want to show off to Xiu'er?"
Du Wan wore a lotus-leaf green dress today. Even the hem of the skirt was cut into the shape of a lotus leaf. A lotus flower bead was inserted on her head. The whole person looked like a graceful and beautiful water lotus. Son, it looks great.
"Flower Festival?" Hua Zhuo was distracted by her and became more energetic. "Flower Festival is also the Women's Day. What do you want to pray for? Tell me."
"Madam, my servant's name is Li Xiu'er. She is the daughter of Li Zhuangtou of the farm in the west of the city."
"You've only been in charge of the house for a few days, but you've learned a lot with your mouth." Du Wan chuckled and sat down, "Qiqiao, Baxiu, quickly bring some tea and let your lady moisten her throat, otherwise she will be thirsty. When I catch her, I become even more talkative."
The appearance of a prosperous son? What is mother going to do
Mrs. Fang thought for a while and then said: "If we are successful, I will put the sleeves in your room first. When the day comes in three days, you will be happy for her."
Du Wan wore a lotus-leaf green dress today. Even the hem of the skirt was cut into the shape of a lotus leaf. A lotus flower bead was inserted on her head. The whole person looked like a graceful and beautiful water lotus. Son, it looks great.
"Silly boy, no matter how close the Du family is, how can they be better than Rongchangtang? And your uncle, even the closest relatives can't be trusted. The Du family, the Zhang family..." Mrs. Fang shook her head slightly. If her daughter could marry into the Zhang family, Maybe we can find some strong help, but for now, let’s not mention it.
is her
"May I have your name?"
"You've only been in charge of the house for a few days, but you've learned a lot with your mouth." Du Wan chuckled and sat down, "Qiqiao, Baxiu, quickly bring some tea and let your lady moisten her throat, otherwise she will be thirsty. When I catch her, I become even more talkative."
Aunt Shuangcheng responded and pulled Li Xiuer out of the house.
"Don't think so wildly." Du Wanyi pointed at her forehead, "I pray that my eldest brother will be able to go to high school this year."
"Greetings, madam."
"Look up at me." She said calmly.
Hua Zhuo answered naturally, prepared money for sesame oil, and a portion of rice and rice for incense candles. In a blink of an eye, on the day of the Flower Festival, she took Qiqiao and Baxiu out.
"Flower Festival?" Hua Zhuo was distracted by her and became more energetic. "Flower Festival is also the Women's Day. What do you want to pray for? Tell me."
"I'm annoyed, and you still come to make fun of me." Hua Zhuo said angrily.
"Brother Du is also my senior brother. Cheng, I will go with you to pray for him on that day."
"yes."
The last time Ms. Fang saw Li Xiu'er was before she was pregnant with Hua Yan. Unexpectedly, in the blink of an eye, the little girl grew up to be a very nice girl. She is the daughter of a domestic slave, so she is naturally of a clean family, and her birth date is good, so she can have children, so it is naturally suitable for her to stay and marry the master.
is her
Du Wan wore a lotus-leaf green dress today. Even the hem of the skirt was cut into the shape of a lotus leaf. A lotus flower bead was inserted on her head. The whole person looked like a graceful and beautiful water lotus. Son, it looks great.
"I'm annoyed, and you still come to make fun of me." Hua Zhuo said angrily.
"May I have your name?"
Du Wan didn't ask her why she was upset, and said with a smile: "The Flower Festival will be in three days. I'm going to Ye Shi'an to pray for blessings. You can go with me and just relax."
"yes."
Aunt Shuangcheng responded and pulled Li Xiuer out of the house.
After sending Du Wan away, Hua Zhuo told Madam Fang about it. Madam Fang didn't object at all, but on the day of the Flower Festival, she wanted to host the Flower God Festival at home, so she told Huazhuo not to show her face easily when she was out. When you arrive at Yeshi Temple, you must also respect the Three Jewels and not offend the Bodhisattvas.
As soon as they left, Hua Zhuo rushed into the house and called out: "Mother."
"May I have your name?"
Hua Zhuo, who was about to enter, immediately slowed down his steps.
"Are you willing to enter the mansion today?" Madam Fang asked again.
"Flower Festival?" Hua Zhuo was distracted by her and became more energetic. "Flower Festival is also the Women's Day. What do you want to pray for? Tell me."
The girl was startled, but she didn't dare to say anything. She bit her lip and turned around and walked out. Hua Zhuo quickly ducked behind the pillar and saw Sanchun coming out and taking the girl away, so she leaned over to eavesdrop again.
The two girls panicked for a while, and Aunt Shuangcheng said softly from the side: "If Madam asks you to look up, just look up."
"It turns out she is Li Zhuangtou's daughter. No wonder she looks familiar to me." When Mrs. Fang heard about her birth, she laughed, "Last time I saw you, you were only eleven or twelve years old. I didn't expect you to be so short." In two or three years, she has grown into a big girl."
"Silly boy, no matter how close the Du family is, how can they be better than Rongchangtang? And your uncle, even the closest relatives can't be trusted. The Du family, the Zhang family..." Mrs. Fang shook her head slightly. If her daughter could marry into the Zhang family, Maybe we can find some strong help, but for now, let’s not mention it.
"Don't think so wildly." Du Wanyi pointed at her forehead, "I pray that my eldest brother will be able to go to high school this year."
Du Wan came very quickly. He came the next day after receiving the message. He entered Xiu Pavilion. When he saw Hua Zhuo sitting in the window with his cheek in his hands and looking at the sycamore tree outside in a daze, he joked: "It's already dark in this room." There is only a golden phoenix, are you still looking forward to another one falling from the tree?"
At dusk that day, Aunt Shuangcheng brought two girls of fifteen or sixteen years old into the West Crossing Courtyard. Hua Zhuo happened to go to see his younger brother. When he came out, he saw their backs and entered his mother's house. He looked behind him. The two girls were not dressed like the girls at home. They were immediately curious and followed them. When they reached the door, they heard Aunt Shuangcheng reporting to Mrs. Fang: "Madam, they are the candidates chosen by the maid and concubine. I have asked Shi'an's master to calculate the birth dates, and they are all signs of a prosperous son."
Li Xiuer's cheeks were slightly red and her voice sounded like a mosquito. Before entering the house, Aunt Shuangcheng had already made it clear to her parents that as long as the lady liked her, she would be the master's wife. If she was lucky enough to give birth to a boy and a girl, she would immediately take her as his aunt. After the new year, when she had nothing to spend, she was given a sum of money as her dowry, and she was still released from the house to marry someone else. The Hua family would not ask anything.
The appearance of a prosperous son? What is mother going to do
Hua Zhuo said angrily: "Mom, you obviously don't want to do it, why do you still want to show off to Xiu'er?"
Mrs. Fang sighed softly and said: "I was thinking of you before you were born... The Hua family has very few heirs. Mom has been injured again this time. I'm afraid she will never be able to have children for the Hua family again. In the future, your father and mother will If anything happens, we will only have one sister and one brother left in our Rongan Hall. Your uncle... is unreliable. Several of his cousins do not seem to be promising, and the relationship between Rongan Hall and our family is cold. , if something happens in the future, you siblings don’t even have anyone who can help."
The appearance of a prosperous son? What is mother going to do
"You've only been in charge of the house for a few days, but you've learned a lot with your mouth." Du Wan chuckled and sat down, "Qiqiao, Baxiu, quickly bring some tea and let your lady moisten her throat, otherwise she will be thirsty. When I catch her, I become even more talkative."
Hua Zhuo suddenly realized that just after the Chinese New Year, Du Hong packed his bags and went to Beijing to attend the Spring Festival in March this year. Counting the days, it was almost time to arrive in the capital. Now everyone in the Du family was worried about this matter, so naturally he could All the incense has been burned, and all the Buddhas who can be worshiped must be worshiped. Although Du Hong's talent and learning will definitely be on the list if there is no accident, but in the scientific examination, talent and learning only account for half, and luck accounts for three thirds. , the remaining two points depend on one's temperament and whether one can calm down and perform normally.
"Don't think so wildly." Du Wanyi pointed at her forehead, "I pray that my eldest brother will be able to go to high school this year."
"yes."
"It turns out she is Li Zhuangtou's daughter. No wonder she looks familiar to me." When Mrs. Fang heard about her birth, she laughed, "Last time I saw you, you were only eleven or twelve years old. I didn't expect you to be so short." In two or three years, she has grown into a big girl."
"Brother Du is also my senior brother. Cheng, I will go with you to pray for him on that day."
"yes."
"Well."
After sending Du Wan away, Hua Zhuo told Madam Fang about it. Madam Fang didn't object at all, but on the day of the Flower Festival, she wanted to host the Flower God Festival at home, so she told Huazhuo not to show her face easily when she was out. When you arrive at Yeshi Temple, you must also respect the Three Jewels and not offend the Bodhisattvas.
Although Hua Zhuo was in a daze, he reacted quickly and immediately replied: "But there's another flying phoenix, and it's a pretty phoenix with green feathers."
Hua Zhuo, who was about to enter, immediately slowed down his steps.
Now that Mrs. Fang is willing to leave the West Cross Courtyard, Hua Zhuo's life has gradually become more leisurely. She returned the account books and the keys to each courtyard door to Mrs. Fang, and no longer cares about the affairs of the inner courtyard, only when Mr. Fang has important things to deal with. , she just went over to listen, and sometimes expressed her own opinions. Fang also wanted to give her daughter a chance to express herself. As long as Hua Zhuo said something reasonable, she would do it. Therefore, although she no longer held the power in the family, those maids and servants But they never dared to neglect, and sometimes they asked to come to Hua Zhuo when they did something wrong.
The last time Ms. Fang saw Li Xiu'er was before she was pregnant with Hua Yan. Unexpectedly, in the blink of an eye, the little girl grew up to be a very nice girl. She is the daughter of a domestic slave, so she is naturally of a clean family, and her birth date is good, so she can have children, so it is naturally suitable for her to stay and marry the master.
At dusk that day, Aunt Shuangcheng brought two girls of fifteen or sixteen years old into the West Crossing Courtyard. Hua Zhuo happened to go to see his younger brother. When he came out, he saw their backs and entered his mother's house. He looked behind him. The two girls were not dressed like the girls at home. They were immediately curious and followed them. When they reached the door, they heard Aunt Shuangcheng reporting to Mrs. Fang: "Madam, they are the candidates chosen by the maid and concubine. I have asked Shi'an's master to calculate the birth dates, and they are all signs of a prosperous son."
Li Xiuer's cheeks were slightly red and her voice sounded like a mosquito. Before entering the house, Aunt Shuangcheng had already made it clear to her parents that as long as the lady liked her, she would be the master's wife. If she was lucky enough to give birth to a boy and a girl, she would immediately take her as his aunt. After the new year, when she had nothing to spend, she was given a sum of money as her dowry, and she was still released from the house to marry someone else. The Hua family would not ask anything.
When she raised her head, she could see more clearly. Fang stared at the eyes of the two girls carefully for a while, and saw one eyeball turning around in panic, looking left and right but not daring to look at her, while the other one didn't dare to look directly at her. But she just lowered her eyes, her expression was still calm, and then she pointed at the one whose eyes were spinning in panic and said: "Go down. Sanchun, take five taels of silver and send her back."
"Don't think so wildly." Du Wanyi pointed at her forehead, "I pray that my eldest brother will be able to go to high school this year."
Hua Zhuo answered naturally, prepared money for sesame oil, and a portion of rice and rice for incense candles. In a blink of an eye, on the day of the Flower Festival, she took Qiqiao and Baxiu out.
"Did you hear everything?" Ms. Fang was stunned for a moment, and then said: "You are a girl, so you should not have to worry about these things. Besides, who can tell you that your mother doesn't want to do it?"
Hua Zhuo was at a loss for words. Are brothers born from concubines bound to be good? There are many families who have never had quarrels between concubines and concubines. My mother must be confused. She wanted to persuade her a few more words, but when she saw Mr. Fang saying these words and looking a little unhappy, she was immediately frightened. She was afraid of provoking her mother's heart again, so she swallowed the words back in her stomach.
"Don't think so wildly." Du Wanyi pointed at her forehead, "I pray that my eldest brother will be able to go to high school this year."
Both girls looked a little uneasy. After greeting Mrs. Fang, they stood aside with their heads bowed, one grabbing the corner of her clothes and the other twisting her fingers. Mrs. Fang looked at them for a few times and found that they all looked pretty and pleasant.
Before going out, Mrs. Fang asked Sanchun to send a string of Buddhist beads, and asked Hua Zhuo to take them to Master Yuanhui, as a tribute to Master Yuanhui alone. Hua Zhuo cherishes it and puts the beads close to her body.
"Silly boy, no matter how close the Du family is, how can they be better than Rongchangtang? And your uncle, even the closest relatives can't be trusted. The Du family, the Zhang family..." Mrs. Fang shook her head slightly. If her daughter could marry into the Zhang family, Maybe we can find some strong help, but for now, let’s not mention it.
Hua Zhuo, who was about to enter, immediately slowed down his steps.
The girl was startled, but she didn't dare to say anything. She bit her lip and turned around and walked out. Hua Zhuo quickly ducked behind the pillar and saw Sanchun coming out and taking the girl away, so she leaned over to eavesdrop again.