There were so many people at the scene that Old Lady Zhao couldn't recognize anyone. But if she talked to them, she could still remember a few.
Tan had a very good relationship with her, and he had spent a lot of effort to deal with this old woman.
Looking at the old lady in front of her, who was dressed in red and green and had a red flower on her head, she looked like an old monster... What was she trying to do? "Old lady, when I entered the room just now, I saw a little girl sitting in the main seat! I was wondering why the great-granddaughter of the Zhao family was so rude and sat in the main seat! Then I looked closely and it turned out to be you!" Tan was the best at making people laugh!
Sure enough, everyone laughed.
Don't mention it, the old lady blinked her eyes and actually recognized Tan. She had two front teeth missing and covered her mouth with a handkerchief when she spoke, "I'm sorry to make you laugh! You don't know that there is a tradition in the Taishi's hometown: when you celebrate your 80th birthday, you should treat it like a child's first birthday! Look, look at what they have done to me! I look like an old monster!"
"How can there be such a beautiful monster? You look like a goddess! If I were your age, I wouldn't be able to walk!"
"I'm fine, but they also need support! Who are these...? " He stared at the bunch of gorgeous girls with blurry eyes.
"Madam, this is my big family." Tan introduced personally.
Today, Madam Qi, Mrs. Liu, and the five granddaughters-in-law, along with the kitten and Xiaobaoer, are here. Mrs. Xu is here too! She must attend such an occasion! "Great! A prosperous family, great!" The old lady saw Wen Yu in the crowd, "This... this is..."
"This is Xiaowu's wife, Wen." Tan sighed secretly, this bitch is really outstanding, even with such old eyes, he can still see her!
Wen Yu stepped forward and said in a slightly louder voice: "Long live the old lady!"
Old Lady Zhao looked her up and down: "Well, good! What a neat woman!"
Tan said: "You have a really good eye. You spotted the prettiest one among the five granddaughters-in-law at first sight!"
This made many granddaughters-in-law jealous. Even Zhang Moqing smiled and glared at Wen Yu...
Old Lady Zhao said: "When I was young, I didn't care about these things. But now that I'm old, I really like good-looking ones, and I like lively ones!"
"That's perfect! This Wen is not only pretty, but also very capable! You know the two most popular shops in the capital right now? One is a clothing shop, and the other is a restaurant. They are both owned by her! She is busy with the shop all day, running around at home and outside. It's very hard! But it's effective. Many of the guests who came today are wearing her clothes!"
Although Old Lady Zhao said that just now, she was a very strict person when she was young. She emphasized the three obediences and four virtues, and the rules could not be wrong. Now that she is old, of course she should be more broad-minded, but the fundamental things have not changed.
After hearing this, her smile faded a lot, and she said to Wen Yu: "As a woman, you should respect your elders and take care of your husband and children first. The family business and the management are done by men, so just let them do it! Once you get married, hurry up and give birth to a son. It's not appropriate for a woman to show her face in public..."
Tan seemed to be embarrassed for letting something slip, "What the old lady said is true... But she has only been married for a few months."
"You have to hurry though! It's not good to be involved with those common things too much. Did you hear me?" The old lady asked Wen Yu.
Wen Yu smiled and responded, "Yes, I will follow the old lady's instructions!"
Tan was a little puzzled. This unruly guy dared to confront anyone at home, wasn't he very arrogant? Why was he so cowardly now?
"After all, she is the old lady, and her words carry weight!" Tan gave a thumbs up. "I have said a lot to her at home, but it didn't work! If they don't listen to me in the future, I will ask you to make the decision!"
She was worried that it might be too much to just point at Wen Yu, so she used the word "they".
Wen Yu sighed inwardly, this Tan family is really amazing, she always speaks in a way that goes with the flow, but always has something else to say.
As expected, Old Lady Zhao’s smile disappeared. “I hope you are joking. Otherwise… a family like ours doesn’t have such rules!”
"Oh, look at me! Old lady, I'm just joking with you! Don't take it seriously... They are young, even if there is something wrong, we as elders can tolerate it. Today I just want to make you happy. If you lose face, I will be a sinner!"
"What's your business?! Qi Wu's wife, you have to listen to the elders' words first, no matter they are right or wrong. If there is something wrong, you have to listen to it and do it well, then explain it slowly! Don't be silly with the elders!"
Mrs. Qi was angry and wanted to speak.
Wen Yu smiled and said, "Yes! What you said is right, old lady! But... old lady, if it weren't for grandma pouring out her grievances in front of you and letting the younger generations know the truth, we would have really thought... that grandma always smiles, is kind and caring, and is satisfied with everything! But we didn't know that the prejudice was so deep... Fortunately, we have you, old lady, otherwise, we would have lost our way! It was a close call! You are right in teaching us, no matter what, it is the younger generations' fault! Grandma, your granddaughters-in-law apologize to you!" She bowed.
Xu, Wang, Zhu, and Zhang thought: Grandmother is not happy with you, okay? Don't drag us into this!
But what can we do now that the matter has been said? So, everyone followed suit and bowed to apologize.
Tan was very dissatisfied with this result. When did I have a prejudice against "you"? Why did this bitch drag everyone into this?
Madam Qi also smiled and said, "If mother has any complaints about us sisters-in-law, we will apologize to you in front of the old lady!"
Tan also hurriedly said: "Yes, yes, what are you talking about? It's just a joke! I am very satisfied with these daughters-in-law and granddaughters-in-law! I have no objection! Look, your reputation has been cleared!" After that, she laughed.
Old Lady Zhao's brain was not enough, and after hearing Wen Yu's words, she was satisfied. Seeing everyone laughing, she also laughed.
The atmosphere was harmonious and the audience was full of applause.
…
Madam Li chatted with several ladies, and then sat down to drink some tea. A maid came over and said, "Madam Li, there are several ladies at the Peony Pavilion. Please go over when I see you!"
Mrs. Li didn't think much about it and walked away.
As I passed a small turn, there was a sudden sound and a letter fell in front of me.
She was smart and calm. She didn't rush to pick it up, but stopped and looked around...
Not far away, several groups of people were talking. Leaves had fallen from the rockery, creating an autumn scene. The path was winding, and no one was seen leaving. It seemed that there was no problem...
"Pick it up!" She has seen a lot, how could she not know it was for her?
The maid behind her went over and picked it up. She took it and looked at it. It said: From Madam Li herself.
Beautiful handwriting...
He calmly pulled out the paper, which had only a few words on it. She saw her pupils shrink... and then, he calmly put it away.
Turning back, the little girl asked, "Madam, aren't we going to the Peony Pavilion?"
"Silly girl, why are you still going to the Peony Pavilion? They are here to bring me the letter!"
"Ma'am, do you know who sent the letter?"
"If I knew so many people were coming, I would be a god who can tell the future... But..."
After searching among the crowd, I saw the lady of the Zhao family. The two of them had a pretty good personal relationship.
She walked over and said, "Hey, I have something to ask you!"
"What do you want?!"
"Give me a list of today's female guests!"
"Okay. What do you want this for?"
"Oh, just leave it alone."
...The letter was from Wen Yu. She brought Laba with her just to do this.
After having just finished a social event in front of Old Lady Zhao, and then met two people with her mother-in-law, she hid out to deliver the letter.
Standing aside at this moment, I saw Madam Li put the letter away with a changing expression. Well, I have finished this matter, and now it depends on how Madam Li handles it.
I felt relaxed and thought about Li Huazhang, whom I had just met. I felt like we got along pretty well, so I went to talk to her.
As soon as he turned around, a woman stood in front of him. "Excuse me, are you Miss Wenyu?!" Her voice was soft and tender, with a hint of hometown flavor...
————Just as he turned around, a woman stood in front of him: "Is that Miss Wen Yu?!" Her voice was soft and tender, with a hint of hometown flavor..."
Guess she's right?
Thank you for your tips, comments, and votes. My collection progress has been very slow recently, which is a bit frustrating. I am also embarrassed to ask the editor for advice.
Today is a reunion of my high school classmates. Ah, we are getting older...