Chapter 265: Just be cute
Mother Wang looked at Mother Li with sympathy.
Mother Li gave Mother Wang a look for help.
If we talk about face in front of the old lady, Mother Wang naturally has more.
Mother Wang sighed secretly, looked at the old lady, and said cautiously, "I heard that Lady Fude once saved the life of Magistrate Xia, so the Magistrate's wife adopted Lady Fude as her adopted daughter."
Mother Wang paused at this point, then added hesitantly, "This... is a life-saving favor after all. Can Magistrate Xia and his wife really facilitate this marriage for the sake of their own son's future?"
"I think you're a little confused! So what if I saved your life?"
"One is a goddaughter, the other is a biological son. It's obvious which is more important!"
"What's more, they sold the Duke's Mansion a favor, which is equivalent to giving up the Duke's Mansion. I'm afraid they couldn't ask for more!"
After the old lady finished speaking, a hint of pride appeared on her face.
Mother Wang sighed inwardly.
Has the old lady forgotten that a mere seventh-rank county magistrate dared to refuse to help?
However, she didn't dare to say these words to remind the old lady.
After all, this is an insult to the Duke's Mansion.
Mother Wang knew in her heart that if it were not for the past, the old lady would never do this.
Now, he is also confused by the young master's illness.
"The old lady is right." Mother Wang said respectfully.
Then, she exchanged a glance with Madam Li and, mustering her courage, continued, "Old Madam, although a goddaughter is a step away and cannot be compared to a biological son, it is still a step of godparents. If I still mention this marriage to the prefect's wife as a matchmaker, I'm afraid she will have concerns about her daughter's future marriage..."
After all, the goddaughter became someone's concubine to bring good luck, which in turn lowered the status of all the daughters of the Xia family.
Of course, the most important thing is that if the goddaughter becomes a concubine for someone else's good fortune, it would be a real disgrace to the godmother.
After hearing what Mother Wang said, the old lady showed a hint of disdain on her face.
"Isn't it common for concubines from wealthy families to be given away as concubines for marriage alliances? What's more, she's just a little goddaughter. Besides, our Duke's Mansion has already announced that we want to make that girl from the Su family a concubine. Are we going to change our mind and marry her off as the principal wife after she's kicked out? Wouldn't that be a slap in the face?"
The old lady's voice suddenly rose when she finished speaking.
Mother Wang quickly lowered her head, knowing that there was no turning back.
The old lady seemed to remember something and looked at Mother Wang sharply.
"Why, do you also think that the young master of our dignified Duke's Mansion is not worthy of a country girl?"
Mother Wang was startled and said in fear and trepidation, "I am innocent! Anyone who can enter our Duke's Mansion is blessed by their past life, even if they are a concubine!"
After hearing what Mother Wang said, the old lady's tone softened a little.
"You don't have to be so panicked. I know that if Jin'er is in good health, let alone a little country girl, even a girl from a wealthy family in the capital can be chosen by our Duke's Mansion..."
When the old lady said this, she suddenly felt depressed.
How could there be so many what-ifs in this world?
If her grandson was in good health, she would not have tried every possible means to force others against her conscience.
"Forget it. You can also help pack the gifts. The gift is 20% generous. Take the pair of two-color glazed bottles with you. Don't bring shame to our Duke's Mansion." The old lady waved her hand.
"I understand." Mother Wang said quickly.
Then, he gave Mother Li a helpless look.
After all, there is a difference between master and servant. Even if she gets face in front of the old lady, she is still just a servant.
She didn't dare say anything that would offend her master.
Mother Li showed a bitter smile on her face, knowing that she had to go this time.
I can only pray in my heart that nothing goes wrong along the way.
However, even though I pray in my heart, I still have to take the necessary precautions.
Then, Madam Li said, "Old Madam, the journey to the capital is long. I would like to hire an extra carriage, just in case..."
Mother Li didn't say anything else, but everyone understood her meaning.
Just in case the carriage breaks down again on the way.
After hearing what Mother Li said, the old lady felt depressed again and her anger was greatly reduced.
"You have served me for so many years. Just make your own decision on such a small matter. I have never seen you follow so many rules." The old lady said unhappily.
"It's my fault." Mother Li quickly admitted her mistake.
But I felt relieved.
It's impossible for both carriages to break down on the road.
Little did she know that Mother Li's trip was very smooth.
We arrived at the provincial capital smoothly.
On this side, Mother Li entered the residence of Governor Xia, and on the other side, County Magistrate Zheng also returned to Fengqi County from Daliushu Village.
As soon as County Magistrate Zheng entered the county town, he hurried directly to the inn and paid his respects to the old lady again.
He also promised to help send people to Daliushu Village when the time comes.
As for what the people sent were to do, County Magistrate Zheng did not specify.
The old lady naturally thought that County Magistrate Zheng sent people to help suppress the unruly people, and thus brought little Tangbao from the Su family.
Since ancient times, people have not fought with officials.
With the guarantee from County Magistrate Zheng, the old lady felt much more at ease and confident again.
"Go and see if Jin'er is awake?" the old lady ordered Ziyun.
After Ziyun went out, he came back soon.
As soon as the old lady saw Ziyun's expression, she knew that her grandson was still in a coma.
I couldn't help but feel more and more eager to bring little Tangbao to my grandson to bring him good luck.
At this time, she did not know how much trouble her actions would bring to the Duke of England's mansion.
**
Daliushu Village.
Little Tangbao ran to Xuanyuan Jin with a stack of rice paper.
"Brother, can you help me write something?"
After saying that, she blinked her big, expectant eyes and looked at Xuanyuan Jin.
"What to write?"
Xuanyuan Jin took out a handkerchief and wiped the sweat off Xiao Tangbao's forehead.
"Write a contract."
"Contract? What's a contract?"
"Oh, it's about writing the deed."
Xiao Tangbao hurried to explain.
"Why are you writing a contract?" Xuanyuan Jin asked in confusion.
"Of course, to prevent..."
A meal for little Tangbao.
To prevent the teachers in the academy, especially Mr. Liu, from suddenly quitting.
Speaking of which, the incident at the Li family's private school is a ready-made example.
There was no employment contract between the two parties, and as a result, the teachers collectively quit their jobs, and the private school immediately became paralyzed.
Xiao Tangbao understood that if their own academy had not been built yet, those teachers would not have waited until the end of the month to resign.
Therefore, we must do things to prevent problems before they occur.
It is very necessary for both parties to sign an employment contract.
"Prevent what?" Xuanyuan Jin asked.
"Brother, you'll know when you finish writing."
Xiao Tangbao didn't explain and just urged Xuanyuan Jin to start writing.
The little brother is so smart, you will definitely understand it after you finish writing it.
Xuanyuan Jin moistened his pen and asked, "How do I write?"
Little Sugar Baby, "..."
She seems to speak only in plain language.
Forget it, just write in vernacular.
It's just a matter of writing.
"I'm hiring... blank... to be a teacher at Fude Academy... a monthly salary of three taels of silver, including three meals and lodging..."
Little Tangbao said as he watched Xuanyuan Jin write.
Although Xuanyuan Jin's handwriting seems immature, it already shows some style.
Xiao Tangbao thinks that it is quite amazing that the little brother can write like this at his age.
"...Submit a written resignation application one month in advance...Other offenders will pay ten times the liquidated damages. This is a contract."
After Xiao Tangbao finished his long-winded speech, Xuanyuan Jin frowned.
"Nonsense!"
Little Sugar Baby, "..."
"It's indeed long-winded, but I understand! And it's not easy to cause ambiguity!" Little Tangbao said confidently: "Do you want me to recite the wording and sentence structure of the eight-part essay?"
Xiao Tangbao is sure that he does not have that level of education.
Moreover, she deeply suspected that the reason why the ancients used classical Chinese to read and write was because pens, ink, paper and inkstone were too expensive.
Otherwise, why can we speak in plain language, but why do we have to use complicated words when writing, with one word having multiple meanings?
Of course, it also saves time on writing.
After hearing what Xiao Tangbao said, Xuanyuan Jin was speechless.
"You are the only one who is right. You just keep making excuses all day long."
Xuanyuan Jin said this and tapped Xiao Tangbao's forehead with a brush.
Then, looking at the little girl with black ink on her forehead, a smile flashed in his eyes.
Little Tangbao gnashed his little white teeth and said bitterly, "Brother, you are becoming less and less cute!"
Although the little brother in the past was awkward and arrogant, he would not bully me at every turn.
At best, it was just talk before.
The result of talking was that he was pissed off at himself.
Now, he keeps hitting his head and putting ink on his forehead.
Xuanyuan Jin looked at the accusing eyes of the little girl, and instead of reflecting on himself, the corners of his mouth curled up.
Of course, if someone describes him as cute, he will be met with a storm of rage.
"Just be cute." Xuanyuan Jin said, "I'm a man, I should stand tall and proud."
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