Chapter 285 Do good deeds and accumulate merit
Early in the morning.
The shop assistants from other grain shops stood at the door and rang gongs to attract customers.
"Bang, bang..."
"Rice and grain are on sale. Fine grains are 20% off, and coarse grains are 30% off. Come early and get it early."
What's more, after they shouted like that, many people were attracted over.
Seeing this, several hosts greeted them with smiles.
They said that Jizhou was suffering from a drought this year and that they, the grain shop owners, should do something good for the people.
Although I was extremely reluctant, I actually received a lot of praise from the people.
The reputation of these owners has gradually improved...
Jiang Ruo stood on the second floor and clearly felt that there were fewer people buying food.
She called An Er over and asked, "What's going on today? There aren't many people buying food!"
An Er cupped his hands and said with a delighted look, "My Lord, several other grain shops have followed our lead and are now offering discounts on grain!"
Jiang Ruo curled her lips when she heard that.
"I see! They're smart."
"Go tell the owner and the guys in our shop to come here after closing time at noon. We're having a meal together."
The New Year's Eve is coming soon, and all the benefits are ready for distribution. We are preparing for the annual leave.
"As you command." An Er turned around and left happily.
After An Er retreated, Xiao Chengjin hugged Jiang Ruo from behind and said, "Ruo Ruo, you are the kindest woman in the world."
Jiang Ruo chuckled and turned her head to kiss Xiao Chengjin on the cheek.
"Do good deeds and accumulate merits, so that we can receive the blessings of heaven."
Xiao Chengjin raised his eyebrows, "Let's do good deeds together in the future. That way, we can meet again in the next life, the next life... the next life."
Jiang Ruo burst out laughing.
The dog man is quite greedy.
It is God's great mercy that I can live this life again.
After learning about the behavior of the grain shop owners, Fan Qijun couldn't help but burst out laughing.
I have to say, Mrs. Xiao’s method is really good!
Now that's good, the problem has been solved for him directly.
Yes, if you have any problems in the future, go to them and ask them to solve them.
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Several shopkeepers and a group of employees gathered in the backyard of the grain store, slaughtering chickens and sheep, it was very lively.
Xiao Chengjin, who was already accustomed to this kind of scene, couldn't help but smile.
After three tables of sumptuous meals were prepared, Jiang Ruo and Xiao Chengjin invited the shopkeeper and waiters to take their seats.
Under the pressure of Xiao Chengjin's authority, the guys were a little restrained.
Jiang Ruo chuckled and explained, "My husband is cold on the outside but warm on the inside. Don't be afraid of him. Just eat and drink."
After saying that, he turned his head and gave Xiao Chengjin a look that said, "Charge yourself."
Steward Lin said at the right moment: "Everyone, eat it while it's hot. It won't taste good when it gets cold."
The guys nodded, and the tension eased a little.
Under the guidance of Butler Lin, the guys gradually forgot the existence of the "cold-faced man".
After a hearty meal, Jiang Ruo directly arranged arrangements for the New Year holiday.
"We are on paid leave. We will be closed on the first day of the Lunar New Year and open on the sixth day of the Lunar New Year."
As soon as these words were spoken, several shopkeepers and employees were moved to tears.
It's paid vacation. If it were any other employer, they would find fault and deduct wages.
After making all the arrangements, Jiang Ruo and Xiao Chengjin returned to their room to rest.
Butler Lin looked at the time and led the staff to the storage room.
He pointed at the distributed benefits and said smugly, "This is the New Year's benefit prepared by the two masters for you. How about it? It's not bad, right?
The guys looked at the rice, vegetables, the large piece of pork, the oil-paper bag... their eyes widened in shock.
This piece of pork must be ten pounds, and can they eat this dish?
The next moment, they shed tears silently and sobbed silently.
Being able to meet such a good boss is simply a blessing from my ancestors.
"Okay, stop crying and work hard. The boss will give you various benefits in the future." After Butler Lin said this, he asked them to get on the carriage.
In order to show off, everyone used carts to pull these benefits away.
Along the way, whenever someone asked, they would tell them that it was the New Year's benefits given to them by the owner of Jiangji Grain Shop.
After their publicity, all the shopkeepers and clerks in Jizhou City were extremely envious.
Alas, they are both the same employer, why is there such a big difference between them?
By the way, Jiangji Grain Store still needs a manager and clerks.
I want to change jobs...
Bai Zhi and the others who stayed at the manor were also busy. Following Jiang Ruo's instructions, they prepared new clothes, shoes and boots for the New Year.
Jiang Ruo sat by the stove and said with a smile: "Xiao Chengjin, we have to go to the capital to keep vigil with aunt and old man on New Year's Eve."
"Let Baizhi and the others return to the village and celebrate a lively New Year with everyone."
Xiao Chengjin nodded when he heard this, "That's fine."
Bai Zhi and the others pricked up their ears and bowed, "Master, let's all go back to the village. There might not be enough room at home, so we should stay at the farm!"
"The cattle and sheep on the farm still need our care."
Jiang Ruo chuckled when he heard that.
"Just go to the village and stay there for two days. You can squeeze in and sleep there for two nights. It will be more lively with more people."
"Those cattle and sheep have been fed well, so two days won't be a problem."
Bai Zhi and the others didn't say anything more. With red eyes, they bowed and said, "Thank you, Master, for your consideration."
"Since you follow me, we are a family." After Jiang Ruo finished speaking, she told them to prepare to return to the village.
The secret guard hiding in the dark watched the group leave the village and scratched his head.
Where are we going?
A cold wind blew, and the secret guard couldn't help but shiver.
Alas, I have been monitoring him for so long, but he hasn’t revealed anything.
The couple laughs and cooks all kinds of delicious food every day...
Poor two brothers who were following them, they had to hide in corners day and night and starve to death.
The carriage went farther and farther away, and the two secret guards discussed it and followed it.
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"It's so cold, and those two guys haven't given up after staring at us for so long." Jiang Ruo muttered as he sat in the carriage.
Xiao Chengjin snorted lightly, "Someone has given an order, I dare not disobey!"
"Forget it, since it's the New Year, let's give them a surprise." Jiang Ruo touched his chin and smiled.
The village was filled with the festive atmosphere of the New Year. Jiang Ruo lifted the curtain of the car and saw a group of children laughing and playing.
When the villagers saw the carriage slowly approaching, they couldn't help but come forward to greet it.
Several women watched the carriage go away and sighed slightly.
Who would have thought that the Xiao couple were so kind-hearted. Those discounted rice and grains were worth real money!
In the past, those gossipers said that others were just putting on a facade to win people’s hearts. Why don’t you try to buy one off?
Anyone who speaks ill of them again will have their mouths torn apart.
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After returning home, Jiang Ruo introduced Bai Zhi and others to Ji Yunce and others.
Baizhi and the others were a little nervous at first, but they gradually relaxed when they saw the friendly faces.
New Year’s Eve.
Jiang Ruo and Xiao Chengjin gathered them in the front hall.
"Say something." Jiang Ruo poked Xiao Chengjin's arm.
Xiao Chengjin shook his head, "Ruoruo, you go ahead and tell me!"
I’m afraid that I might not say it well and affect everyone’s mood.
Jiang Ruo glanced at everyone and curled her lips slightly, "We have prepared a New Year's gift for everyone. I'll let Uncle Lin distribute it to you later."
"In the new year, I hope everything goes well for you and all your wishes come true."
Upon hearing this, everyone knelt down and kowtowed, saying, "Subordinates, servants, and slaves thank the master."
"I wish you two good health and happiness." May you have a son soon and may you have many children...
Jiang Ruo looked at the big guys standing behind him and thought secretly: At the moment, only An Er is single.
There are so many bachelors at home, let’s go out and find wives after the New Year!
It was getting dark.
A burst of firecrackers rang out outside the yard, and the New Year’s Eve dinner officially began.
There was laughter and joy in the front hall.
The two secret guards who were hiding in a thatched house not far away ate the dishes they had bought with great difficulty, and each drank a pot of strong liquor to warm themselves up.
Alas, it’s the same Chinese New Year, but the difference is so big.
As the night deepened, two secret guards sat in the thatched hut, staring eagerly at the brightly lit courtyard.
In the front hall.
Jiang Ruo said to everyone, "Eat and drink well at home, we will be back soon."
Everyone nodded in understanding.
Jiang Ruo and Xiao Chengjin left the front hall under the reluctant gazes of everyone.
"Xiaofeng, can you fly to the capital before midnight?" Jiang Ruo asked in a low voice.
Xiao Feng snorted arrogantly, "If there are New Year's gifts, I can fly over. If there are no gifts...it depends on my mood."
Jiang Ruo and Xiao Chengjin looked at each other and couldn't help but laugh.
It’s been prepared for you a long time ago.
Jiang Ruo took out a gift box, took out a necklace from it, and put it on the little phoenix's neck.
"This is the gift we prepared for you. It's a pure gold necklace inlaid with gemstones, and it can be stretched..."
Little Phoenix shyly rubbed Jiang Ruo's cheek, "Thank you, sister!"
Xiao Chengjin coughed lightly and said, "These gems are priceless treasures, so you must wear them well." You're lucky.
The little phoenix was suddenly lost after receiving the gift.
"Sister, you two hurry up and come up, let's go to the capital."
Jiang Ruo chuckled, "Okay!"
After the little phoenix took off into the sky, the two secret guards sitting in the thatched hut were in a trance for a moment.
A secret guard asked excitedly, "The thing that just flew away...was it the phoenix?
If so, you can return to Beijing to report.
"I didn't see it clearly..."
The two men hurriedly stood up and looked in the direction where the "unknown object" disappeared with annoyance.
Why did I get distracted just now?
Such a great opportunity...
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