Zhulan had to be careful, especially since Zhou Shuren was in his current position, it was right to be cautious.
The servant said respectfully, "I followed the young master to the residence of Lord Wang, the prefect. The young master did not report his entry into the residence. I also asked around for information and found out that this young master is a relative of Lord Wang."
Zhulan was relieved. Lord Governor Wang, it seems that today was just a coincidence. However, we still need to find out more carefully.
After Mrs. Song received the order and left, Zhulan was let go and just had to wait for news.
In the afternoon, detailed information arrived from Lord Wang's residence. Mrs. Song said, "This young man's name is He Shu. He is the grandson of Lord Wang's mentor. He came here to give a New Year's gift this year."
Zhulan said: "It's not just for the New Year gifts."
Mrs. Song nodded and said, "I have heard that He Shu has become a scholar. He is seventeen years old this year and is preparing to take the provincial examination next year. He came here to become Master Wang's disciple."
Zhu Lan combined the news she heard with her own, "Master Wang's mentor passed away?"
Mrs. Song, "Yes, he has been dead for half a year."
Zhulan understood that there was no one to teach her at home, and she had a good relationship with Lord Wang's family, so she came here. She just wanted to become his disciple before the end of the year. Does that mean she doesn't plan to go back
Mrs. Song asked, "Madam, do you want to go to Lord Wang's house to express your gratitude?"
Zhu Lan waved her hand, "No need, Mr. He didn't leave his name, so that's it!"
In Xue Han's yard, Xue Han approached Wu Ning who was counting silver coins, with a helpless look on her face. Unconsciously, Wu Ning had changed a lot. She didn't know when she had the same hobby as her sister-in-law and liked counting silver coins. "You've counted it twice."
Wu Ning took the silver in his hand with a smile, "Counting silver can really make people happy."
Xue Han moved closer and said, "Sister Wu Ning, I've wanted to ask you a question for a long time. Shi Qing has been gone for a while. Do you still miss him?"
Wu Ning touched his purse and recalled carefully, "I haven't thought about him for a long time."
Xue Han stared at Wu Ning's face carefully to confirm that he was not lying to her. She was happy and rolled her eyes. "Today, the young master helped you find the money back. It's a bit like the plot in the storybook."
Wu Ning was stunned for a moment. Her attention was focused on her purse, which contained half of her savings. She really didn't pay attention to the young master's face. She pinched Xue Han's face and said, "Put away your expression. Words are all lies. The reality is that we know each other well and are well matched. This kind of beginning of fate cannot be trusted."
Xue Han supported her chin. She felt completely relieved when Sister Wu Ning thought so. It was better to marry someone who was well-matched and knew each other well.
Time flies, and it is New Year's Eve in a blink of an eye. The population of the Zhou family increases year by year, and the New Year celebration becomes more and more lively.
Minghui from the first wife's house not only ran swiftly but also spoke swiftly. He rarely followed Mingteng around. In addition, Mingrui had a lot of ideas in mind, so Yushuang and Yulu were both teased and became angry.
The children were making a fuss in the main courtyard, with servants and maids watching from the side, and Minghui's exclamations could be heard from time to time.
Zhu Lan said to Zhou Shuren, "It's really lively."
Zhou Shuren put down his little son in his arms. The little guy wanted to go out to play even though he was still a little boy. He motioned for Jinyan to take him out. Then he said, "This is popularity."
Zhulan giggled as she looked at her son. Because of her son, she and Zhou Shuren were completely integrated into the ancient times and formed a bond. This year's New Year felt different. They had more interests and discovered fun that they had ignored before.
Zhulan ate the melon seeds that Zhou Shuren peeled and said, "I don't know how my daughter is doing."
Among the Zhou family, only Xuemei's family is not around. Counting the time, Xuemei has been pregnant for more than four months, and she is really worried about her.
Zhou Shuren, "Don't worry, Jiang Sheng will take good care of it."
As long as the Zhou family is there, Jiang Sheng dare not treat Xuemei badly, he feels at ease.
Zhulan recalled, "Come to think of it, I haven't been back to my hometown for a long time, and I really miss it."
Zhou Shuren said: "Mingqing has gone back. When Mingqing comes back, he will tell me about the situation in his hometown. Why, do you want to go back and take a look?"
Zhulan shook her head. The Yang family was in Pingzhou Prefecture. Relatively speaking, besides her daughter, she really had to go back to her hometown. "Let's go back when you retire in the future."
In modern times, when she is under a lot of pressure, she will watch some videos about life and enjoy the slow pace. In ancient times, although life was very lively, when faced with survival, she really had no mind to enjoy it. It is different when you get older.
Zhou Shuren also wanted to be more comfortable in his later years, so he smiled and said, "Okay."
In Zhoujia Village, Jiang Sheng's home, Xuemei, with her bulging belly, brought her daughter to hold the New Year's money. In the past two years, the most children have come to the family on New Year's Day every year.
Jiang Miao held the New Year's money and muttered softly, "Mom, why did you agree to let grandpa and grandma come to our house for the New Year? Uncle is here."
Grandpa and grandma just want to stay and live here, and they don’t like their cousins coming over for the New Year.
Xuemei knew her daughter was depressed. When her parents-in-law came to visit, other members of the Jiang family would come over, "because of filial piety."
Her son is well-educated and sensible, and the two younger sons are also being enlightened. As parents, she and her husband naturally have to set an example. Moreover, filial piety is very important for the eldest son to study.
Furthermore, Xuemei was shrewd enough to know that the Zhou family's status meant that her parents-in-law would not cause trouble for her and would even support her. So if she showed full filial piety, it would only benefit her family.
Jiang Miao pursed her lips, still unhappy. Although her cousins didn't come often, she felt annoyed every time they came.
Xuemei sighed. Her daughter's temperament was not like hers. She was more like her husband. This was not good. The girl had a straightforward temper. "Mother knows what you are upset about, but my daughter, you are different from them. You should not be upset because of them."
Xuemei found that it was a good thing for her parents-in-law to come. The presence of several maids from the Jiang family would be a good opportunity to temper her daughter's temper. Except for the hardships she suffered when she was too young to remember, this girl had always been raised in a honey pot, spoiled by her mother and protected by her husband.
Because of her father, the Zhou family also loves their daughter. She is the only granddaughter, so the meaning of the relationship is different. As for her parents-in-law, they have loved her in every way in the past two years. This girl is too obedient and has been tried by too many people. This is not good.
At the home of Patriarch Zhou, ever since his grandson came back from Jinzhou, Patriarch Zhou has asked his grandson to tell him about what he saw and heard at the Zhou Mansion over and over again, and he never gets tired of listening.
Ming Qing didn't know how many times he had said, "Grandpa, why don't you listen to me and see for yourself? Why don't we go together when I come back? Before leaving, Uncle Shuren even mentioned you!"
Chief Zhou held his pipe and said, "You are my grandfather, but I don't want to go. My body is not strong enough."
I didn't have any serious illness this year, but I had minor illnesses all the time, especially when I was young and I was very tired. I also experienced the war, which made my stomach bad and my joints painful. When it rained or was cloudy, my body ached terribly.
Ming Qing, "Didn't Grandpa drink the medicinal wine that Uncle Shuren brought back?"