Seeing that everyone was looking at her, Zhu Lan smiled at Zhou Shuren. Very good, he didn't tell her about such a big thing. It was really a surprise. After a moment of silence, she said, "Next year's small goal is to lose ten pounds."
Zhou Shuren said suically, "Old lady, this is a big goal."
As soon as he finished speaking, the brothers of Zhou family took a deep breath. Why would their father be so hard on them during the New Year
Zhulan's smile froze, "I didn't hear what you said clearly."
Zhou Shuren, "... ...Madam, your goal is too small."
Boss Zhou and his friends, "..."
So Dad could obviously talk nicely, why did he try to test the waters to the brink of death!
Zhou Shuren smiled, today was Chinese New Year, he hadn't made any crazy attempts for a long time, Chinese New Year had the added bonus of protection, he would feel uncomfortable if he didn't tease his wife!
Rong Yuyun was in high spirits. He thought that this would make the New Year lively, and as the most senior elder, he just had to watch.
Then it was Boss Zhou's turn. Boss Zhou had just been watching the show and now his mind was blank. Well, what was his goal
The more anxious one becomes, the harder it is to remember. No one has reminded him yet. Boss Zhou hopes his second brother can give him a hint, but his second brother doesn't even look at him.
Boss Zhou suddenly realized that he really had no ambitions. His sons were nothing to worry about. Finally, he said dryly, "I hope the eldest wife's income can double next year?"
Zhou Shuren drank the wine and hummed. Boss Zhou breathed a sigh of relief, saying that he had passed the test.
When it came to Zhou Changyi, Zhou Changyi had already thought about it, "I hope I can be promoted to the next level next year."
Boss Zhou looked at his second brother and asked, “Is this still a small goal?”
Jiang Sheng’s goal is very simple, to write more articles in the new year. Since listening to his father-in-law, he has made plans for his future.
Then it was Changzhi's turn. Zhou Changzhi looked at his two brothers speechlessly. Did they have any misunderstanding about the small goal? Was this a small goal? Was it really the same as the small goal he understood
Zhou Changzhi saw everyone looking at him, "My small goal is to get an excellent rating next year."
After saying that, Changzhi looked at his father. This goal was too easy. Well, it was very easy for him, so it was a small goal.
Zhou Shuren didn't say anything, which was considered an answer. Changzhi smiled, and he didn't misunderstand the small goal.
Chang Zhong, "My small goal is to save an extra 200 taels of silver next year."
Chang Zhi looked at his younger brother and said, "Well, this is also a small goal. Two hundred taels is easy for my younger brother."
It was Li's turn at this table. Li was a little confused, "We also have to have a goal?"
Zhulan smiled and said, "Yes, our house must be tidy and nothing should be left behind."
Li, "..."
She doesn't want this neatness at all!
Li was a little nervous, her voice trembling, and she said tentatively, "I hope to lose three, no, five pounds next year."
When she saw her mother nod, she smiled and just followed her mother.
Zhao continued, "My goal for next year is to be able to play the piano proficiently."
Then there is Xuemei. Xuemei’s goal is also simple, which is to visit one or two more states next year.
Su Xuan, "My small goal is to buy two more manors next year."
Then came the grandchildren. Life was simple for the children, they either read books or learned to paint, etc.
The only two that stand out are that Ming Teng has a different identity, so his small goals are different. "My goal for next year is to be able to manage some industries independently."
The other is Yuwen, "My small goal is to sleep until I wake up naturally every day."
Zhou Shuren made a concluding speech, "I have remembered everyone's small goals. Everyone should write a summary at the end of the year. I will check and see if there are any that are not completed, haha."
With a laugh, those who accurately understood what small goals were were very relaxed, while those who had one or two misunderstood were in terrible shape.
However, this atmosphere soon disappeared and the reunion dinner was still lively and bustling.
At night, a fireworks show began in front of the palace gate. The sound of booms could be heard and brilliant fireworks bloomed in the sky. For ancient people, it was an absolute visual feast.
The emperor spent a lot of money, which was absolutely generous. The fireworks went on for a long time, and some people even went up to the rooftops to watch the fireworks.
After the fireworks in the palace ended, as if as a signal, people who had bought fireworks started to set them off, and the whole capital city became extremely lively.
The next morning, it was Zhulan's day to give out red envelopes. This year the amount of red envelopes was higher, and the children were very happy.
In fact, the New Year means fortune for Zhulan. Every New Year, each branch would give her and Zhou Shuren gifts. As each branch had more money, the gifts became more valuable. The eldest branch gave tonics, the second branch gave gems, and no two gifts were the same.
The New Year has passed as it was said, and the important thing after the New Year is that Mingyun and Jiang Du returned to their hometown to take the examination for Tongsheng, and the two younger ones had to take the examination for Xiucai.
Boss Zhou was worried and wanted to go with him, but Mingyun refused, "Dad, I have a servant with me, I'll be fine."
Boss Zhou looked at his eldest son. The boy had already caught up with him in height and had grown very fast in the past year. "Do you really not need your father to accompany you?"
Mingyun shook his head, "No, there is no danger now, don't worry, and my son also wants to train himself, Dad, my son is the eldest son."
He has grown up.
Boss Zhou was both relieved and sad. He did not teach his eldest son. Well, he did not teach any of his sons. His sons had grown up without him noticing.
Li did not share her husband's sentiments, not because she was generous, but because she trusted her eldest son. "I brought things for your grandmother and uncle, you divide them according to the gift list, and make sure you pack them well."
Mingyun took the list and put it in the box. "Well, I will visit my grandparents more often."
Li sighed, "Originally, your father and I planned to go back with you. Since we went back last year, I don't miss it that much anymore."
Her husband also asked her if she wanted to go back with him, but she thought about it and refused. There were a lot of things to do after the New Year, and moving was a big deal. They had many children in one room, and there were a lot of things to pack, so they couldn't do without her.
Jiang family, Jiang Du and Mingyun left together. Jiang Sheng was relieved because his eldest son was mature and steady. He was also confident in letting his son take care of his parents and return to Beijing together.
Jiang Sheng instructed, "Don't cause trouble for your cousin. Listen to your cousin along the way."
Jiang Du, "I've made a note of this, son."
Jiang Sheng continued, "Go visit your uncles when you go back. I heard from your grandfather that your two cousins are also good at studying. Dad is skeptical of what your grandfather said. Go back and take a closer look. If your grandfather's words are true, give him some pointers without affecting your studies."
Jiang Du and his cousins in his hometown were not close. They did not grow up in the same village when they were young. Later, they could not talk to each other because of studying. When they moved to Beijing, they could not see each other anymore. The relationship was really not deep. "Okay."
Xuemei pulled her son aside and whispered, "You need to go to the Jiang family on behalf of your mother. I have prepared a gift for them, and you need to go and deliver it in person."
Jiang Du was not embarrassed and said with a smile, "Yeah."
Ever since Xuemei's husband became a juren, the family has bought servants and maids. They only bought two maids, both of whom were placed with their daughter. There was no one by the side of their son, all of them were servants.
This time when the son returned, he took the two servants with him.