Chapter 582: Not Popular

Zhu Lan ignored Zhou Shuren's glare and said in agreement, "Son is right, you should grow your beard again. It really looks ugly now."

Zhou Shuren quite likes his beard. He is used to touching it. He touched it again and indeed grew it back, but it didn't feel as good as before.

The next morning, the letters Zhulan had been waiting for arrived. Three of them came at once. One was to Mrs. Dong. Zhulan read Rongchuan's letter first. After reading it, Zhulan said, "Scholar, good, good."

Mrs. Song was also happy. Only if the younger generation of the Zhou family rose to prominence, the Zhou family would not be a flash in the pan. "Congratulations, Madam."

Zhulan handed the letter to Mrs. Song and said, "Take it and show it to the young lady."

Mrs. Song took the letter and said, "Yes."

Zhulan shook her head with laughter. Rongchuan was very well-behaved. Even though he and Xuehan were childhood sweethearts and were engaged, Rongchuan would never write to Xuehan alone. He would only put a few questions about Xuehan in the letter home.

Zhulan read another letter, which was from the Dong family. She put it down after reading it. Her father-in-law could be so decisive, which showed that the descendants of the Dong family were really hopeless.

Otherwise, my father-in-law would have thought of other ways for the sake of his children and grandchildren instead of just retiring due to injury and ending the hope of the Dong family's descendants.

After all, the father-in-law's decisiveness is best for the Zhou family. Zhulan looked at the last few sentences in the letter and wondered why he didn't want to cause trouble for the Zhou family. He was asking for favors, what an old fox!

Third wife, Mrs. Dong, felt sad after reading the letter. When she was in her hometown, she thought the Dong family was very powerful. But after she came out, she found that the Dong family was nothing. Now she feels complicated. Dad can only retreat to protect the family.

Chang Lian was relieved. After the New Year, he received many invitations from his brother-in-law. He was not worried about himself because he had his father to support him. He was worried about Yue's family. Fortunately, his father-in-law was an understanding man. "Don't be sad."

Dong hugged her husband's waist. She felt sad. Even if one of her brother and nephews had a promising future, her father would not have to support the Dong family by himself. She felt depressed. Without her father's support, what would happen to the Dong family in the future?

My brother-in-law is playing with fire now. Who knows what will happen in the future. Does the Dong family have to rely on her?

Thinking of this, Mrs. Dong became even more depressed. It would be fine if the family was good. "If the Dong family comes to visit in the future, you don't have to worry about my face."

After a pause, he added, "Of course I can help the good ones, but forget about the bad ones."

Chang Lian laughed out loud. Mrs. Dong was not a hard-hearted person after all. "As a husband, I will listen to you, my wife."

Dong felt much better, but she didn't let go of his hand. She was reluctant to do so, as her husband was the only one she could rely on now.

In the main courtyard, Zhulan looked at the second child and asked, "You just came back from a trip. Do you have something to talk to me about?"

Zhou Laoer has been back for a few days. "Mom, Yu Shuang is not a child anymore."

Zhulan knew why Zhou Laoer came, "I know, what, do you have a favorite family?"

Zhou Laoer waved his hands and said, "Mom, how dare I do that? You and Dad are the ones who decide on the children's marriages."

Zhulan didn't miss any details about Zhou Laoer, and Zhou Laoer didn't lie, "Didn't anyone come to you?"

Zhou Laoer replied honestly, "Many people are looking for my son."

Zhulan nodded, "What brings you here today?"

Zhou Laoer smiled and said, "I heard from housekeeper Ding that mother bought a house and a shop for Wu Ning, so I think Yu Shuang is not a child anymore, and I am going to go to the capital to buy her a house and a shop as a dowry."

Zhulan narrowed her eyes. Zhou Laoer chose the capital to buy a shop and a house. Does this mean he wants to marry Yushuang to the capital? Does this mean he believes Zhou Shuren can come to the capital? No wonder the people in Jinzhou look for Zhou Laoer. Zhou Laoer is as steady as a mountain. This kid has a lot of ideas!

Zhou Laoer didn't wait for his mother's reply, "Mom."

Zhulan exclaimed, "Shops and houses in the capital are not cheap. The housing prices in the capital have been rising steadily in the past two years."

Zhou Laoer straightened his back. He was not good at studying, but he was good at grabbing money like his mother. "Mom, your son has money in his hand."

Zhulan saw that they had a lot of money, and now the families were all running their own businesses. "Just be aware of this, but you're going to Beijing, so you should come back as soon as you buy a house and a shop. It's better not to contact people you shouldn't contact."

Zhou Laoer took his mother's words to heart and said, "Son, I'll make a note of it."

In the capital, in the Zheng Palace, the emperor was looking at his five sons. Except for the crown prince, the other four were all here for work. In his hand was a memorial written by Zhou Shuren. He had always known about the happenings in Jinzhou. Although Zhou Shuren's method was troublesome, it was effective.

Especially now that he knows the hidden power, he must control the capital city well. Zhou Shuren is indeed a lucky general.

The prince had also read the memorial and admired Lord Zhou's thoughtfulness. He even thought that it would be better for Lord Zhou to be in the capital than in Jinzhou. It was a pity that Lord Zhou could not come to the capital for the time being.

The prince looked at his younger brothers, who were well-informed and knew the benefits of the job.

The second prince thought that he must get the job. As long as he got it, he would have an idea of ​​who was entering and leaving the capital in the future. As long as he kept an eye on the suspicious persons, it would be easy to catch the third prince and the others.

The second prince said, "Father, my elder brother, the crown prince, is very busy with government affairs and has become very nervous. I am willing to share your worries."

The Third Prince cursed the Second Prince in his heart, but he was not slow to say, "Father, this job is a delicate job, and the Second Prince can't do delicate jobs. My son is more delicate, so he is more suitable."

The second prince, "......."

He is indeed the third child. I will feel uncomfortable if I don’t step on him.

The fourth prince interrupted, "If it comes to being considerate, then I am the most considerate person. Third brother, thank you."

The third prince, "......."

Yo, Old Four is such a shameless guy.

Zhang Jinghong was the most anxious one. His brothers all had jobs, but he had none. He was anxious to get a job. Only by getting a job could he build his own power. To be honest, he was having a hard time now. His money had shrunk a lot, and many people who supported him had left. Thinking of this, he said, "Father, it's better to focus on your job. My brothers all have other jobs, and I am the most suitable one."

The emperor turned his head and asked, "Prince, what do you mean?"

Prince, "My son thinks so."

Seeing that his younger brothers were all looking at him and looking nervous, he would not snatch the job. He was going to be the emperor in the future, so he would not take on a job.

After a pause, he continued, "My son thinks the fifth child is suitable."

Several princes wanted to curse, the crown prince was as unpopular as ever!

The emperor curled his lips, "Then it's Old Five."

The second prince to the fourth prince were silent. If they had known that the crown prince's suggestion was so effective, they would have sent gifts first.

The prince thought quietly that he was just repeating his father's words, as his father had already chosen the fifth son.

The next day, Zhou Shuren was on leave, and Deng Xiucai came to Jinzhou. Zhou Shuren motioned Deng Xiucai to follow him to the study, "What's going on in the capital that requires you to come here in person?"

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