Cui Jingzhong did have a relapse, but with Doctor Cheng there, he recovered completely after two injections and some medicine.
Of course, this only applies to colds. As for bone fractures, they still need to be healed.
Fortunately, Ling Jiheng sent fish and pork, which was enough to replenish Cui Jingzhong.
The fish was delivered in the middle of the night. The other members of the Cui family didn't know about it, so Cui's mother decided to keep it for herself.
As for the pork that was brought in so brazenly, half was cut for the old man and the rest was fried.
Anyway, it's cold, so it won't go bad for a while. Every time you eat, scoop a small spoonful of it and the meal will be fragrant.
Mrs. Cui sighed, "How could Ji Heng, such a good young man, marry a fire-burning girl? What a pity!"
Cui Wan'er disagreed: "Mother, I think Miss Xingyue is very good, she is simple and has a good temperament.
Perhaps because he has seen too much intrigue and deception in the business world, Master Ling prefers this kind of energetic girl.
If it were her, she wouldn't be able to do it.
Officials and officials are very particular about rules and regulations, and she couldn't imitate the anger of Chi Xingyue. She made people feel good at first sight.
Mrs. Cui sighed. She didn't want to admit it, but she had to.
But I still can't figure it out: "Why did Ji Heng's mother agree to this marriage?
My son has taken a fancy to the fire-making girl, so why not just take her as his concubine?
Even if she was promoted to a concubine, it wouldn't be a big deal, but why did she take the title of the legal wife?"
Mrs. Cui was so mean, but she didn't really feel sorry for Ling Jiheng.
But his son is already old and is neither too old nor too young to find a suitable girl to marry.
She was anxious.
Cui Wan'er thought of the matchmaker's sarcasm towards her mother, pursed her lips and said nothing.
Yes, how could a family like theirs be willing to marry a country girl?
Her mother was looking for allies, but found that the allies didn't care about background at all.
I'm so angry that I have no place to vent.
Cui Jingzhong coughed lightly and reminded: "Just live your own life and don't stare at others all day long!"
"Is Ji Heng someone else? Then..."
After being glared at by Cui Jingzhong, Mrs. Cui did not dare to continue speaking.
No matter what they thought at the beginning, now that Cui Wan'er has been favored by Zhou Chengyu, they cannot let her get involved with other men.
Even if it was just a casual chat between parents and it was completely false.
"It's time to arrange Yujiao's marriage. That child is a troublemaker and has almost ruined her reputation.
Talk to your second son’s wife these two days and ask her to marry off their concubine’s daughter to a wealthy family in the village.
It will not only reduce the burden on the family, but also save Yujiao from having to suffer with them."
Mrs. Cui nodded. "Okay, I'll talk to them when I have time. Let's have dumplings tonight. The meat has thawed, so there's still time to chop it."
Cui Jingzhong said, "Hmm," "I'll listen to you!"
After saying this, he leaned against the wall and started thinking about his children's marriage.
The sound of chopping meat came from the cellar, and it sounded very powerful.
Who would have thought that Mrs. Cui, who was once dignified and virtuous and had never had to do housework, could now cook.
Like the Cui family, the entire Yunrou County is preparing for the New Year.
Those who were impatient had already pasted the gold-powdered couplets on the door frames.
It was bright in the daytime, and the snow reflected the sunlight, making the words on the red paper shimmer with gold, making them even more dazzling.
The Ling family sold two batches of couplets. The first batch was given to a wealthy family in the county, and the second batch was given to Mr. Liu, the owner of the study.
Those who were well-informed had already bought it, but when they hesitated and wanted to buy again, they found that it was sold out.
I wanted to ask Boss Liu to restock the stock, but Boss Liu said: "It's hurt, it's hurt, the couplet writer is hurt, wait until next year!"
Those who didn't buy the couplets felt disappointed, but when they saw their neighbors all putting up red couplets shining with gold, they felt envious.
Many people with bad intentions would take advantage of people's inattention to touch them, hoping to get some of the wealth of the rich and powerful.
If you meet a generous person, you will apologize and move on from being caught. But if you meet a stingy person, you will definitely get a beating.
But no matter what, these gold powder couplets have completely opened up the market.
Many people are privately muttering: “Wait until next year, I must buy it early.
If you can’t afford something shiny and gold, you can buy something ruby-red. Save up a hundred coins and you’ll have one. It’s a good omen.”
At the county government office, Steward Huang took out a few couplets and asked Magistrate Huang, "Master, all the prominent figures in this county have sent us couplets. Please take a look. Which one should we put up?"
County Magistrate Huang raised his eyebrows and said, "Open it and take a look!"
Butler Huang should ask someone to show off several couplets that are similar in appearance and content.
County Magistrate Huang's eyes widened in surprise. He stepped forward, touched it, and asked the housekeeper, "Is this made of gold?"
The housekeeper shook his head. "It's said there's gold dust in it, but it's not entirely gold. This kind of couplet is especially popular this year. Almost everyone of status in the county hangs this kind."
County Magistrate Huang nodded and chose the most subtle "Heaven's increasing years." He also asked, "Did it come from Shangjing City?"
"No, it was the idea of the Ling family from Qingshan Village. I heard it was very troublesome to do, and their village was taken over by the Bei Liao people... so they didn't do it anymore."
County Magistrate Huang rubbed his aching brow, feeling somewhat relieved that Zhou Chengyu didn't pay attention to this matter.
Otherwise, he, as the county magistrate, would be accused of dereliction of duty.
Speaking of which, this Ling family is really capable of making trouble. I don't know how they got connected with Zhou Chengyu.
You don't want to marry your daughter into the Zhou family, do you?
The thought of this made him feel cold all over. He was about to go back to the backyard to discuss it with his daughter when he heard Butler Huang say, "Master, the pair you chose was sent by the young master of the Ling family."
County Magistrate Huang waved his hand, not in the mood to discuss this issue.
Huang Guanjia thought the other party had agreed, so he asked his servant to paste it. When Huang Xianling found out, it was too late.
But it doesn't matter, it's nothing shameful. I just feel a little uncomfortable thinking about my own guess.
During the Spring Festival, I can only sulk by myself.
At the Ling family, Chi Xingyue heard the family busying around before she woke up.
Some are making dumplings and chopping stuffing, some are frying meatballs in a frying pan, and some are stewing meat, making soup and cooking.
Almost every kitchen was busy, and the maids and servants were busy all the time.
Fu Huanping, Chen Shitou and Zhang Ke, who had been recuperating for a few days, were infected by the tense and busy atmosphere and also stood up to help.
The Ling family didn't stop them. They smiled and asked them to knead the dough, roll out the dumpling wrappers, etc. It was very joyful to see them busy and frantic.
On the contrary, Chi Xingyue slept until noon.
I found some ingredients from the side room and started making desserts on the small stove in the ear room.
Apple mille-feuille and pumpkin milk cake add some festive atmosphere.
Near noon, the old lady asked Ling Jiheng to go out and post the couplets.
The large, glittering golden characters quickly attracted the villagers.
Everyone said, "The Ling family is so rich that they even stick gold on the door without worrying about it being stolen!"
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