Chapter 220 Tricky
The Lin family stated that the gifts for recognizing the family were given to Lin Yuesha, and if it became difficult to meet in the future, these gifts would be considered Lin Yuesha's dowry.
"I've struck it rich."
Lin Yuesha murmured to herself, Zhang Qing'er meant that the Zhang family would give her a gift, but she didn't expect them to give so much.
However, the most valuable items were not the silver and jewelry, but the small sandalwood box inside the chest, which contained two thin sheets of paper.
"Both property deeds are in the prefectural city."
Lin Yuesha was shocked again. She had only mentioned to Zhang Qing'er that her family wanted to buy a small courtyard house so that it would be convenient to do business in the prefectural city in the future.
Unexpectedly, the Zhang family was so thoughtful that they simply sent it out.
Over the years, Lord Zhang has acquired many properties in the north. This time, he left in a hurry and did not dispose of them all, leaving only the courtyard and shops to give to Lin Yuesha, which can be described as a generous gesture.
"This... I can't accept a reward without having done anything right!"
Chen felt the two thin pieces of paper were burning hot; she didn't know whether to hold them or throw them away.
If she had known it was so valuable, she would never have accepted it, because her family couldn't afford to repay it.
"Mother, this is a gift from my godparents, let's accept it."
Lin Yuesha had no psychological burden. The courtyard could accommodate the whole family, and the shop could be used for business. It was like having a pillow when you were sleepy.
As for repaying her, there will always be opportunities; she believes in her ability to earn money.
"Mother, the county has been greatly affected this time, and our family will not have any business for a while."
Lin Yuesha analyzed that every household is still recovering, and some have even lost loved ones. Who has the leisure to buy spiced melon seeds and roasted peanuts? The pre-Lunar New Year peak season is long over.
Next, we'll take some time to calm things down and rest. Money can never be earned indefinitely.
"Our family made quite a bit of money at the Lantern Festival, but unfortunately, we can't find the tables, chairs, benches, and dishes."
After compensating for the losses, Chen asked her elder brother, Chen Tieniu, to keep the money earned from her maternal family so that they could renovate the courtyard properly in the spring.
The Chen family's house is quite old. In the northern winter, with heavy snow, if the roof is not sturdy, it is in danger of collapsing at any time.
However, since the idea came from her daughter, Chen still had to consult with Lin Yuesha.
“Mother, for the past ten years or so, we have relied on the help of my eldest uncle’s family. This little bit of money is nothing at all.”
Lin Yuesha values feelings more than money, and she doesn't care about money at all in this regard.
After exchanging a few words with Chen, Lin Yuesha's eyelids drooped, and she fell asleep in no time.
"She's still just a little girl."
Mrs. Chen helped her daughter cover herself with the blanket before leaving.
Lin Yuesha slept until the afternoon of the next day.
Mrs. Chen had already prepared the pickled cabbage chicken, which had been kept warm on the stove, waiting for her daughter to wake up.
This was the most restful night's sleep Lin Yuesha had had in recent days; she slept without a single dream and woke up feeling extremely refreshed.
After eating two large bowls of rice, Lin Yuesha patted her stomach and thought about going to the Jiang residence to take a look.
"Little girl, didn't you go to see Miss Jiang? Something minor has happened at the Jiang residence."
Speaking of which, the Jiang family was also their benefactor. Chen was very concerned about the Jiang family and even went to visit them.
Master Jiang was captured by the barbarians, and his fate is unknown. Some of his servants died, while the rest absconded with their belongings. The same was true for the shop; the manager and his assistants pocketed the money and insisted that the shop had been robbed by the barbarians.
Now all of the Jiang family's shops are empty shells.
Mrs. Xu was already bedridden, and after hearing the bad news, she became even more depressed.
Chen visited and talked with Xu, hoping she would recover soon.
"Miss Jiang is still nowhere to be found, and her mother is very worried."
Money is just an external thing; the key is that people are safe. If anything happens to Jiang Baozhu, Xu Shi will not be able to survive either.
They're all mothers, what is there for Chen Shi not to understand?
"Mother, I want to go to the Jiang family to see Auntie."
Lin Yuesha lowered her eyes. Master Jiang was honest in business and had always had a good reputation, but in the end, he couldn't escape the cold shoulder after people left. There is never a shortage of people in this world who take advantage of others' misfortunes.
Upon hearing about the Jiang family's situation, Lin Yuesha couldn't sit still any longer.
Fortunately, I slept well that night, and the ointment worked. Now, my feet don't hurt as much when I walk.
Upon arriving at the Jiang residence, one finds it desolate, with broken tables, chairs, and benches scattered everywhere.
When the servants fled, they didn't take any large items, but they did beat and smash what needed to be beaten.
In the entire Jiang household, there was only one Xiao Xi, and Xiao Xi's mother was nowhere to be found.
"Zhang Fang was originally at home when his mother kidnapped him."
When Jiang Baozhu returned, she was faced with a mess, which gave her a headache. These days, the family has been relying entirely on Xiao Xi, a young girl.
"Waaah."
Xiao Xi whimpered twice and ran to the tea room to pour water. The little girl seemed to have grown up in an instant.
"Sister Baozhu, how is Auntie?"
Lin Yuesha felt a chill in her heart when she didn't see Madam Xu come out.
Although Zhang Qing'er's cousin was a bad person, his medical skills were excellent. After a few doses of medicine, Madam Xu was already able to walk again.
"A mental illness requires a mental cure; my mother is just getting through the days."
Xu and Jiang Huai were a couple who had gone through thick and thin together and had a deep affection for each other. Although they had a fight over having children recently, it did not cause any serious damage.
"My father was captured by barbarians, and his chances of survival are slim. My mother..."
Jiang Baozhu sighed, realizing that no matter how hard she tried, it was all in vain; she couldn't stop anything.
Ms. Xu lost her appetite and grew thinner day by day. In the past two days, she has stopped taking her medicine.
If she was originally clinging to life waiting for her daughter, now Madam Xu has no hope left and is determined to die.
"I realized that I couldn't do anything."
Jiang Baozhu, with large dark circles under her eyes, looked utterly desperate.
Zhang Jing is also missing. Zhang Fang is also missing. She didn't take good care of him either. How easy is it to get him back?
She and Zhang Jing weren't officially engaged, so their relationship wasn't legitimate. It would be strange if the other party sent Zhang Jing back.
"Don't worry about Zhang Fang yet. That family has no sons, so they probably won't treat Zhang Fang too badly."
Lin Yuesha tried her best to comfort Jiang Baozhu, saying that the matter was indeed quite troublesome, and if it were her, she wouldn't have a good solution either.
"Sister Lin, have some water."
Xiao Xi brought over some tea, and then went to brew the medicine. The little girl has lost a lot of weight recently; her clothes are loose, and her eyes have become even bigger, which is heartbreaking.
"Sister Baozhu, do you have any plans?"
If Master Jiang can't come back for the time being, what will happen to the shop? Someone has to clean up this mess.
"I want to sell the house and the shop."
Jiang Baozhu took a deep breath and announced her decision.
She was not short of money. In the courtyard of her family's residence in the prefectural city, there was a secret room where her father's accumulated wealth was kept, which far exceeded the total wealth of all the Jiang family's businesses.
Her mother, Madam Xu, also prepared a dowry for her.
As for the family business, she didn't understand it, and she couldn't possibly trade with the barbarians. She might as well sell the goods and get money to take her mother and Xiao Xi to the prefectural city.
In this way, away from here, Jiang Baozhu could forget some of her unhappiness. There were many more capable people in the prefectural city; she could pay someone to inquire about her father, Jiang Huai.
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