He Youyou: Hey, we've been found out.
Of course, she didn't feel embarrassed about being caught, and brazenly went around to the front door and entered the living room.
When I came in and saw Cheng Tingrui like this...
Oh dear, you can't say that someone only has acting skills.
Besides acting skills, she also has makeup and styling.
She could be described as having a pale face, wide robes, and colorless lips.
He Youyou stepped forward and looked closely: "Wow, how did you get such a pale face and bloodless lips?"
Cheng Tingrui had by now returned to his normal tone of voice.
No cough, no wheezing, and no weakness.
He'd been pretending for too long, and his voice was a little hoarse.
He didn't hold back when asked about He Youyou's question, and said casually, "I used some lead powder and other things, mixed in with a few others, and applied it lightly."
Details, oh details.
Excellent people excel at whatever they do.
admire.
Cheng Tingrui straightened his clothes, took the damp handkerchief from the servant, and wiped his face several times.
His incredibly handsome face was revealed.
"Madam Han, is there something you need from me today?"
He Youyou pulled up a chair and sat down opposite him: "Well, with spring approaching, we should put our trip to Jiangnan to buy seedlings on the agenda. I met Ma Xiuyuan a few days ago, and he also wants to buy some. So, I'm here today to check the accounts with you and confirm the total quantity we need to buy."
"good."
Jizhou was barren, while Jiangnan was rich.
In terms of grain yield, a mu of paddy field in the Jiangnan region produces much more than a mu of dry land in the north.
In the north, the maximum yield per mu is two shi (a unit of dry measure), while in the Jiangnan region, paddy fields can yield three shi per mu.
In regions where two crops a year are possible, the yield will be even higher.
Comparatively speaking, grain prices in the south are lower than in the north.
Cheng Tingrui asked his servant to bring him pen and ink.
"Mrs. Han, how much do you and Mr. Ma want to buy in total?"
“I’ll buy 10,000 taels, and so will Matthew. If we make a profit, you’ll get two percent as a reward. If we lose money, I won’t let you work for nothing. You’ll be reimbursed for the manpower and resources you’ve spent, and I’ll give you an extra 500 taels as commission.”
Cheng Tingrui had no objection and wrote down the agreement on the paper.
The two then each signed their names.
This is the tacit understanding between seasoned businessmen; no need for excessive formalities.
Afterwards, Cheng Tingrui explained the details to He Youyou again.
He Youyou felt it was a safe bet and took out 20,000 taels of silver notes from her sleeve and gave them to Cheng Tingrui.
The servant brought out fresh tea.
The important business has been completed; all that's left is to drink tea and chat.
He Youyou turned her head and looked around.
Although the temple's reception hall was prepared for distinguished guests, it still felt somewhat simple.
"Minzhi, have you ever considered finding a house to live in on your own?"
Cheng Tingrui shook his head with a wry smile: "I can't."
He Youyou understood what he meant.
but……
Hiding in temples all the time is not a long-term solution.
"The Cheng Family Code only says that one cannot purchase an outer residence, but it does not say that one cannot stay in someone else's residence."
Cheng Tingrui looked at her in surprise.
“I can buy a house and lend it to you to live in. Tell the Cheng family that a friend took pity on your frail health and specially brought you here to recuperate.”
"this……"
He Youyou smiled and said, "Since I am the owner of Youruitang, why can't the owner provide you with some benefits?"
"...Thank you."
"Then it's settled. I'll arrange the house. All the essentials will be provided. Once it's cleaned up, I'll send someone to let you know. From now on, this will be your place of residence in Jizhou. The deed will be in my name, so the Cheng family won't suspect you."
Cheng Tingrui was surprised that He Youyou had considered these things for him.
He came to the temple to find peace and quiet.
I don't have much of a pursuit for quality of life.
However, living in Jizhou City is much more convenient.
"good."
He did not refuse.
After bidding farewell to Cheng Tingrui, she arrived at the entrance of Yunjing Academy by carriage.
It was nearly dusk by then.
At the main gate, Han Wenzheng, dressed in the academy's blue robe, was eagerly waiting.
The carriage stopped, and He Youyou lifted the curtain and called out to him, "Ali!"
A bright smile suddenly broke out on Han Wenzheng's face.
He hurried a few steps to the carriage, bowed deeply, and said, "I respectfully wish Mother good health. How have you been these days?"
He Youyou smiled and pulled him, "I'm fine, come up and tell me."
Han Wenzheng, holding onto the carriage shaft, boarded the carriage.
"Ali has grown quite a bit taller in the past two weeks."
Han Wenzheng smiled but remained silent.
During this time, He Youyou went to the border, and Han Wenzheng studied alone at the academy and did not go home.
Now that she has returned from the border, she made a special trip during her ten-day break to bring Han Wenzheng home for a family reunion.
Ten-day holidays, one holiday every ten days.
The last day of each ten-day period is a holiday.
The 10th of each month, the 20th of each month, and the 30th of each month.
A day is very short, and if they were still staying at the Han family's house, Han Wenzheng would not be able to make a round trip in one day.
Now that He Youyou has a house in Jizhou City, things are much more convenient.
After school on the first day, they would be picked up and taken home. On the second day, they would stay at home all day and then return to the academy in the evening.
He Youyou, who has never given birth to a child, automatically took on the role of a mother.
"Ah Li, how's the food at the academy? Are we getting enough to eat?"
"Are there enough blankets? Are you cold at night?"
"Your clothes are too thin. Remember to wear more so you don't get cold."
It turns out that when you're a mother, these are the things you always focus on.
Are you hungry? Are you cold?
We need to eat our fill and dress warmly.
“Mother, I am doing well at the academy and lack nothing. Steward Qian has also sent people to deliver things several times, including food and daily necessities. You can rest assured.”
"Yes. If you see any good things among your classmates at the academy that you want, just tell me. There's nothing between us that can't be spoken. If you don't speak up and keep your grievances to yourself, that's what creates distance."
This is something that He Youyou is a little worried about.
At Han Wenzheng's age, he is at the age where he cares most about the opinions of his peers and likes to compare himself with others.
It is easy to develop feelings of inferiority.
As an adopted son who was adopted in his teens, Han Wenzheng inevitably lacked a sense of security.
He Youyou was worried that there were some things he dared not say, and that he was too reserved in front of her.
They dare not ask for what they want, for fear of being criticized.
Han Wenzheng shook his head: "No, my mother has given me the best clothes and things, and none of my classmates are better than me."
He Youyou was somewhat skeptical.
The Han family's material standard of living can be considered that of a well-off family.
She didn't believe that there weren't pampered young masters in Yunjing Academy.
However, she didn't say much, but pulled Han Wenzheng aside and asked him about the academy.
"Don't worry, Mother. I've been studying hard this past month, and I haven't even neglected my martial arts practice."
"Oh? How did you train at the academy?" He Youyou asked, quite curious.
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