In the hall, two maids stood behind Li Sihong, holding feather fans. Jinbao was working on the accounts, while Kou Baimen sat to one side and listened. Jinbao said, "There have been a lot of refugees arriving from Shandong lately. Coach Fang (referring to Fang Xinyu) said many of them are suitable for militia training. As a result, we've had a lot more recruits recently, and our expenses have increased."
"Recruiting soldiers is a big deal. We also need to buy more farmland recently, otherwise the people in Nanjing will be jealous of us. Did Coach Fang tell us whether we have chosen a place?" Li Sihong asked.
"Coach Fang said that the location has been chosen. It's between Hengshan and Liangmaoshan in the southwest of Nanjing," said Jinbao.
"Okay! Just ask the price and buy them all!" said Li Sihong.
"Yes!" Jinbao closed the account book and left the room.
Li Sihong said to Kou Baimen, "It's been a month since my sister came here. Have you adapted?"
When Kou Baimen heard that he was being asked, he immediately replied, "My sister treats me well. I've been idle all day and I've gained weight!"
"No matter how big it gets, it won't be as big as mine. I'm due in four months! I'm really nervous!" Li Sihong sighed. She's already six months pregnant, her belly is noticeably bulging, and she's experiencing back pain. She's also constantly hungry! She's completely out of shape, with spots all over her face. She's under immense pressure, worried that her husband would be disgusted by her appearance.
"Sister, you're lucky to be able to eat. It's definitely a boy this time! Don't worry about it!" Kou Baimen said. She learned from Li Sihong that the prince consort had agreed to give the child the surname Li in order to continue the Li family's lineage. This was unbelievable!
"I've been very tired recently, and the Zhao family manor must be managed by someone. If I'm too busy, you will be in charge! We must ensure that we get money from Coach Fang, and discuss business matters with Jinbao and Mrs. Wu! If you really don't understand, you can find Butler Xiao." Li Sihong said.
Kou Baimen was delighted to hear this, but on the surface he tried to evade the question, saying, "My sister is not very talented and well-educated, I'm afraid she can't do it!"
"You don't have to refuse. I see that you are well-educated and have made some achievements in business. Do you really want me to work while pregnant?" Li Sihong asked.
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