Chapter 425 Another Identity

Old Madam Meng explained some details to Mrs. Li.

Li listened carefully and repeatedly promised to take good care of the child and not let Madam Meng worry.

She couldn't express how grateful she was to the Su family for the life they have today.

So even if Madam Meng didn't say anything, Li would still want to do something to help.

Lin Hong is very busy now. There are people from the provincial government who have specially asked him to lead people to make kangs.

There are many villages that want to build water wheels, and those who don’t know how to do it all come to Lin Hong.

He now leads his men to work, and there is a constant flow of work, which is scheduled for two or three months later. He has free time every month and can earn a lot of money.

Having a skill in hand is very important these days.

Moreover, the eldest son likes to do such things and has the freedom to make his own decisions. When people ask him to do something, they are all polite.

Even the government office would ask him to help make the kang.

Because of Su Xueyi's relationship, the people in the yamen were also polite to Lin Hong.

Everyone knows that they have a good relationship with the Su family. Before the imperial examination, Su Xueyi was already a juren and even ranked first.

Smart people know that such people will definitely have a good future.

There is no doubt that the first place in the imperial examination will be a problem.

So no one is stupid enough to offend them at this time.

Lin Hongdu said that he benefited from the Su family.

Of course, Li would also feel emotional when looking back, thinking that it was a good thing that they always did things with kindness and never thought about the benefits.

When the emperor issued a general amnesty, the Su family wanted to move to the village after they were released from the labor camp. However, many villages did not want to accept them because they felt it was troublesome when they knew their identities.

No one wants to cause trouble.

But the head of the family didn't care about these things. They felt that there were houses and land in the village, so there was nothing wrong in helping others.

They never thought that they would benefit from it in the end.

People in other counties and villages were very upset.

There's no point in them feeling upset now.

Mrs. Meng explained some things and then went back.

That evening, Li gathered everyone together and told them about this matter. She said seriously, "From now on, we must pay more attention and help take care of the workshop and manage the security of our village..."

Li and the head of the village talked a lot with their son and daughter-in-law.

Even the grandchildren listened attentively.

Lin Chi, on the other hand, lowered his head and seemed to be thinking about something, as if he had a lot on his mind.

What Mrs. Li was most concerned about was her youngest son, and she hoped that he would get married as soon as possible.

Mrs. Li couldn't help but say, "Lin Chi, our family is well off now, and we've saved quite a bit of money. If you have any ideas, just tell us. Or if you're interested in a girl, as long as she's from a good family, we'll help you propose."

The Li family thought that as long as the girl was good, they would not consider her conditions.

Be diligent, find a job in the workshop and work hard, and there will be no problems.

Besides, it doesn’t matter if he doesn’t work at home. The money Lin Chi earns is enough to support his family.

Besides, with the support of their parents, it’s no problem to live a good life.

Lin Chi looked up at his parents, clenched his fists, and said seriously, "Mom and Dad, I want to go to the capital with Aunt Meng and the others. I also want to work for the boss. Is that possible?"

Lin Chi wanted to go out and take a look, he also wanted to do a lot of things.

He worked hard to learn to read and write and to keep accounts, just to become his boss's confidant.

He knew in his heart that following Brother Su San and his boss would lead to better development and allow him to learn more.

He had never been exposed to the outside world before, and every day he just thought about farming well and following his parents' arrangements.

But while working for his boss, he met many people and heard many things. He also knew that the world outside was big, so he wanted to venture out and see the world.

The most important thing is that the family conditions are better now. He has an older brother and sister-in-law, and his nephews and nieces can accompany his parents. He doesn't have to worry too much, and he doesn't feel that much pressure, so he wants to go to Beijing to work.

The head of the village and Mrs. Li were both so surprised that they were speechless.

Because they never knew that their youngest son had such thoughts.

Lin Hong looked at his brother's expression and sighed inwardly.

He understood his brother's thoughts.

If it were earlier, when he was young, he would also think about going out to explore, see the world, and fight hard, so that he would not have any regrets.

But now that he has a wife and children, he has concerns in his heart and wants to live a peaceful and stable life at home.

They didn't have the conditions before, but now they have them. If Lin Chi follows Aunt Meng to the capital and works for the boss, they will feel at ease.

The boss is a capable person, and his business is not limited to this.

Even Aunt Meng told my mother that the boss bought another farm and opened a shop in the capital, and he really needs people.

Their younger brother is diligent and conscientious in his work, has a sincere nature, knows how to be grateful, and will be loyal to his employer, so they don't have to worry about that.

Li looked at her son's expression and knew that he had made up his mind.

"If you really want to go with me, there's no need to stay in the village in the capital, and our family won't be able to take care of you."

Lin Chi said seriously: "Dad and Mom, I have thought it through and made up my mind. I want to go out and work with the boss."

Lin Chi's eyes were also very persistent.

But he was also nervous, wondering whether his boss would use him.

The village head said nothing. After a while, he said, "It's good to go out and see the world and do what you want to do when you are young."

If he and his son were at the same age and had the opportunity to go out and see the world and work hard in the capital, he would also go.

Moreover, the Su family is a very good family, and Mrs. Su San is a capable person, so he feels at ease to have Lin Chi work with her.

Lin Chi's eyes lit up and he said, "Dad, so you agree?"

Lin Chi knew that the final decision in this family was made by his father.

Everything will be fine as long as Dad agrees for him to go.

"You don't have anything to worry about now, and you don't have to worry about anything at home. Your eldest brother and his wife are here, and your nephews and nieces can help with some things at home. We have the strength too, so just take care of yourself when you go out."

"But there is one thing I want to make clear to you. If the Su family agrees to let you follow them, you must be loyal to Madam Su San and do things for her. Don't be blinded by the prosperity of the outside world. Don't forget your original intentions. Don't forget why you left home in the first place, and who we owe our family's current situation to."

"You must do your job well and be more down-to-earth and diligent. If you dare to do anything to let the Su family down, I will break your legs and disown you without them having to tell me. Do you understand?"

The head of the village was very serious at this moment.

Lin Chi's expression also became serious. "Dad, don't worry, I'm not that kind of person. I will definitely work hard for the boss and will be loyal to him."

Li Zheng just hit Lin Chi.

Only after Lin Chi had made all the guarantees did the village head agree to discuss the matter with Old Madam Meng.

…

The next day, when Mrs. Meng saw Li coming, she also hurriedly welcomed her warmly.

Mrs. Li said embarrassedly, "Sister Meng, I might have to trouble you with something."

If it weren't for her youngest son, Li wouldn't have been able to open her mouth.

Li was followed by Lin Chi to show his sincerity.

Old Madam Meng was also a little puzzled as to why Lin Chi was brought along. What was the matter?

Madam Meng said, "Sister Li, there's no need to be polite between us. Just tell me what you want to say."

Mrs. Li knew Madam Meng's temperament and said directly, "It's my youngest son. He wants to go to the capital with you and work with your Xue Yi and Yao Niang."

"This child is very stubborn. I have no choice but to beg him shamelessly."

"Don't worry, I know my son's personality. He will definitely not cause them any trouble. He will do his job well."

Madam Meng's eyes lit up when she heard this. She looked at Lin Chi and said, "Lin Chi, if you really come with us to the capital, do you know how far it is from here? Besides, the people you deal with in the capital are not the same as those here. They have to be much more cautious in what they say and do."

Old Madam Meng had a very good impression of Lin Chi. This child was kind-hearted and hardworking. Yao Niang was in need of someone now, so she would feel more at ease if she used someone she was familiar with.

Most of the villagers have families to support and have responsibilities, so they will not go to the capital.

Few people have the courage to go to the capital to try their luck.

Mrs. Meng felt that this child was courageous, bold and capable.

Lin Chi said seriously, "Aunt Meng, I know. I just want to follow you and do my best. To be honest, I also wanted to go out and see the world when I was young. I've always had this idea in my mind."

Lin Chi thought that if he didn't go to the capital to take a look and try his luck, he would regret it.

Madam Meng nodded and said, "Since you want to go with me, then go with me. I'll arrange for you to live in the manor when the time comes, so it will be convenient for you to do things."

"Yao Niang also bought a group of people near the county town here, trained them and brought them to the capital. Everyone lives in the manor. If there is anything, Yao Niang will make arrangements together. Don't worry about it."

"Of course, if you go to the capital, the development there will be different from here. As long as you are loyal and do your job well, Yao Niang will not treat you unfairly."

When Li and Lin Chi heard that Madam Meng agreed, they were both very excited and grateful.

Old Madam Meng asked Lin Chi to go back and make some preparations, and she would call him when it was time to leave.

Of course, at this time, the county magistrate came in person.

The county magistrate was very excited when he learned that Su Xueyi had become the top member.

Of course, I also have to come and pay a visit to Madam Meng to make my presence felt.

Because of this, everyone in the village, including those in the workshop, knew that the owner, Mr. Su San, had passed the spring examination and even topped the list.

Everyone became even more excited after hearing this.

It seems that they all have great prospects working in the boss's workshop.

"The boss is still awesome!"

"Mr. Su always ranks first in every imperial examination. He is very likely the top scholar."

"Yes, we work for the number one scholar, and it's something we're proud of when we tell others about it."

"Everyone, please work hard. We may be more strict when recruiting people for our workshop in the future."

"Yes, there must be many people rushing to work in the workshop. If everyone is diligent and loyal, they will not be kicked out of the workshop."

People in the surrounding villages also knew that Su Xueyi had won the first place in the examination.

Even the county magistrate was polite to the Su family, and everyone worked even harder, not daring to have any other thoughts.

Of course, everyone is not stupid. They all understand that working in a workshop brings high bonuses, and they can eat well every month with the bonuses. Everyone cherishes this job.

…

On the other side, Xinghua Village

Shen Chengzhou and Cui also received the letter.

But after reading the letter, the two of them looked a little complicated.

Cui sighed, "They've returned to the capital!"

"Su Xueyi ranked first in the imperial examination, so they should stay in the capital."

"Do you think anyone will discover Yao Niang's identity?"

"People who are familiar with her can see that she looks a bit like us."

Shen Yueyao's appearance inherited their advantages.

They look about 30% like their parents.

Cui felt that there was a possibility that he would be recognized by someone he knew.

Shen Chengzhou said: “When we faked our own deaths and left the capital, no one should have suspected anything.”

"Besides, we had no choice at that time. The current emperor is different from the previous one, so we don't have to worry about anything."

Cui said, "At first, I wanted to stay away from the vortex of power and live a stable life."

"Who would have thought that after all these twists and turns, my daughter would return to the capital."

Shen Chengzhou said: “If the children need it, we should go back to the capital and support them.”

If these two people show up, given their status and the fact that the current emperor is a good person, there is naturally nothing to worry about.

But they have become so accustomed to living in Xinghua Village over the years that they have almost forgotten their previous identities.

In order to avoid the capital and the powerful people, they did not let their children go to academy to study and prepare for the imperial examinations.

But they were taught how to read and write, and how to learn martial arts.

Now that both sons have started their own families and careers, they don’t have to worry too much about them.

In the evening, Shen Shaochen and Shen Shaojing came back. They were very happy to learn that their sister and brother-in-law had sent them a letter.

I was especially excited when I learned that Su Xueyi ranked first in the examination.

Shen Shaochen said: "With my brother-in-law's knowledge, if he gets first place in the palace examination, he will be the top scholar."

Shen Shaochen's wife, Ye, was also happy.

Her son is three years old. In another year, she wants to send him to academy for his enlightenment.

Among the four classes of people, scholars still have a higher status.

They knew that the reason their business was going so smoothly was because the people above them knew that their brother-in-law was a successful and promising man, so they did not dare to do anything to their business or offend them.

People from the government would often come to patrol the noodle shop she opened.

She saw all of this.

Even her younger brother was happy for her and said that she married into a good family.

Development happens as soon as it is said.

Shen Shaojing said even more excitedly: "My brother-in-law is really amazing. I can even open a hot pot restaurant in Beijing."

Ning Mianmian smiled gently. She supported whatever her husband did.

Her belly is big now, and Shen Shaojing usually feels sorry for her and doesn't ask her to do anything, letting her rest at home.

Even her mother and third sister-in-law took good care of her and made all kinds of delicious food to provide her with nutrition.

Good food makes her feel good, and she has a smile on her face every day.

Of course, she could also see that Shen Shaojing opened a hot pot restaurant, and seeing that the hot pot restaurant was doing well, he looked happy every day when he came back.

He said that although he was busy, he felt a sense of accomplishment.

Cui looked at her son's happy and excited expression, glared at him and said, "You still want to open a chain store in the capital?"

Shen Shaojing scratched the back of his head and said, “Isn’t that something I didn’t dare to think about before? I also know that there are many dignitaries in the capital. If you offend someone carelessly, you will be killed.”

"But it's different now. I have my brother-in-law in the capital. If he gets the top spot in the imperial examination, no one will dare to cause trouble."

"Besides, I won't cause any trouble. I'd like to run a chain of hot pot restaurants in peace and stability. I also want to open them in various places."

"Mom and Dad, you don't know, many people from other places come here to eat hot pot and praise it highly, saying it's delicious. They even come to me and ask me to open another store in their hometown so that they don't have to travel all the way here if they want to eat it."

"Everyone really likes eating hot pot. I see everyone's expressions and I'm very happy."

“It’s that feeling of being recognized.”

"Didn't my sister say she was going to open a milk tea shop in Beijing? If she and I open a shop together, we can look after each other."

Shen Shaojing really didn't dare to think about going to the capital before.

My sister encouraged me to start my business and I built it up bit by bit.

After the hotpot restaurant was successfully opened, he became much more confident.

He now wants more people to eat hot pot and know how delicious it is.

Such delicious food should have chain stores in various places.

Of course, some people have opened hotpot restaurants imitating his, but neither the ingredients nor the seasonings can compare with his, so naturally they have no competitiveness.

The seasonings in his shop are all prepared according to the seasoning recipe given by his sister.

The taste is naturally different.

In addition, the ingredients in their store are strictly controlled and are all fresh.

When his sister supported him to open a farm, it was actually because of the issue of food.

If you open your own farm, you can control the ingredients and the meat and vegetables you provide to the store will be the freshest.

Just have people provide as much as you need from the farm.

This way there will be no waste and the ingredients don’t have to stay overnight.

The business in the store is good, so there is always enough food.

Usually they are about to make samples, and people want to come to the store to eat.

Shen Chengzhou listened to his son's words and said, "Even if your sister and brother-in-law were not there, no one would dare to do anything to you if you went to the capital."

"I won't lose my life!"

As long as he and his wife went to the capital to restore their status, no one would dare to do anything to their son.

They can still protect their children.

But they haven't thought about returning to the capital for the time being.

Shen Shaojing listened to his parents' words without thinking much.

He thought that maybe his father felt that he could protect them with his kung fu.

Shen Shaochen said, "Dad and Mom, let's write back to my sister and brother-in-law, and send them some things from home. They probably can't buy them in Beijing, and things from home still have the characteristics of home."

"Yes, bring something for your sister."

Shen Shaojing glanced at the letter and said, "My sister wants to take us to the capital."

"Ask Mom and Dad what you think."

Shen Chengzhou said: "Let's not go to the capital for the time being. Your sister and brother-in-law probably have a lot of things to do over there, so don't cause them any trouble."

"Besides, didn't you also say that you still have workshops and stores to manage here? Do you want to go to the capital?"

Shen Shaochen said: “The child is still young, and he may not be used to going to the capital.”

Moreover, my wife's younger brother and sister-in-law are about to give birth, so they also need to help take care of the baby here.

Besides, my sister-in-law Ning is pregnant and it is not suitable for her to walk such a long distance.

They are used to living here and will not be used to it if they move to Beijing.

Shen Shaojing also nodded and said: "Let's open a hot pot restaurant in the capital first. We haven't gotten busy here yet, so let's go to the capital later."

He also needs to stay by his wife's side and take better care of her.

But he still misses his sister and brother-in-law.

Of course, Shen Shaojing also knew that with his sister and brother-in-law's abilities, they would definitely live a good life in the capital.

They don't actually have to worry about anything.

…

When Nanny Qiu and the others learned that they were going to the capital, they packed their things early.

Fan Jiang, Gengshi, Fan Cuicui and others were also very happy when they knew they were going to the capital.

In the words of Nanny Qiu, with the ability of the Third Young Master Su, it is only a matter of time before the Su family rises.

"You must follow the master's lead and do your job well. The Third Young Master is very capable, and the Third Madam is also very capable. Perhaps the Third Young Master and the Third Madam will make the Su family even better than before in the Duke's Mansion."

Fan Jiang and the others also believed in the abilities of the third young master and his wife.

They had worked in the capital before, but they had never seen anyone as capable as the Third Madam. It seemed like there was nothing the Third Madam couldn't do.

"Fan Quan's letter to us says that he is now highly valued by the master. He is in charge of the affairs of the lower ranks, just like a chief steward. This is something we are proud of."

"Now the master is in need of people, so we must do our job well."

Fan Jiang and the others nodded seriously, expressing their determination to work loyally.

Become someone useful to the master.

After everything was arranged, Su Xiuye ​​went to find Han Yunzheng, the young master of Han Escort Agency, and said he was going to the capital.

Han Yunzheng agreed without hesitation: "Don't worry, Madam Su San already agreed at the time that when you go to the capital, we will escort you."

Han Yunzheng still couldn't help but marvel at how fast the Su family was developing.

When they were escorting the Wen family caravan, they met Madam Su San on the road. At that time, Madam Su San seemed to be going to the military camp to pick up Young Master Su.

It’s Su Xiuye ​​in front of you.

At that time, Su Xiuye ​​was not in good health and looked weak.

But now he has fully recovered, his body is much stronger, and he looks very powerful.

Moreover, his father also learned the news early on and knew that the third son of the Su family had ranked first in the imperial examination.

There is no need to talk about the future of such people.

Because of the early relationship, their Han Family Escort Agency is now connected to the Su Family.

It is no longer a small county escort agency.

They can develop more.

From now on, the Su family will be the nobles in the capital, and others dare not offend them.

It's rare for his father to praise him now.

You have to know that it is difficult for a small county like theirs to curry favor with powerful people.

Especially the officials like the prefect in the provincial capital ignored them completely.

Many of his relationships were bought with money by his father.

But now it’s different, everyone knows that they have a good relationship with the Su family.

There are good escort agencies in the capital city, but the Su family doesn’t use them and only uses their own escort agency.

Now many people come to ask the Han Family Escort Agency to escort things.

The money given was also very fair.

He was also happy in his heart.

Su Xiuye ​​patted Han Yunzheng on the shoulder and said, "Thank you very much!"

"You're welcome. Now our Han Family Escort Agency is benefiting from you."

"Just let us do whatever you want in the future."

The relationship between the Su family when they were in trouble is naturally different from the relationship now.

The Su family is willing to help everyone they made friends with back then.

Han Yunzheng said happily, "By the way, Brother Su, my father also said that our Han Family Escort Agency can now expand. We didn't dare to do so before because the provincial government's escort agencies and the big escort agencies would suppress us."

"It's different now. They all know that we have a good relationship with your Su family, and they also know that the Su family has a good relationship with the emperor."

When talking about this, Han Yunzheng grinned from ear to ear.

Su Xiuye ​​looked at Han Yunzheng's cheerful expression and said as if he had thought of something. "Oh, my sister-in-law said that although some places have well-developed water systems, water transport often leads to pirates. Perhaps you could expand your water transport business."

"For example, training for water combat and swimming reconnaissance, etc., water escort is not very competitive. If you quickly seize these businesses, you don't have to worry about the escort companies on the road suppressing you. Because it's not a wide range of business, it's not very competitive."

When Han Yunzheng heard this, his eyes instantly shone with bright light.

He slapped his forehead and said, "Oh, why didn't I think of it, it could be like this."

"Brother Su, thank you so much."

"From now on, we will escort your Su family's escorts for free."

Su Xiuye ​​shook his head and said, "Whatever happens, you can discuss the arrangements with your father later. My third brother's wife might also need to transport something by water. If you can do it well, I can just hire your escort company."

These are also what my brother-in-law and his wife said in the letter, asking them to mention it to Han Yunzheng.

Han Yunzheng nodded vigorously with excitement. He wanted to go home quickly to discuss it with his father.