The Bookish Scholar of the Red Mansion

Uncle, I won't go.

As soon as Leng Erlang Liu Xianglian walked into Xin's house, he shook his head after hearing Xin Geng's story. How happy he is in the capital. There is no one to control him at home, he is free and at ease, and all his old friends and playmates are here. What else is there to enjoy after going to Yangzhou, which is so far away?

Besides, you only go to Yangzhou if you have money, and Leng Erlang doesn't have a hundred thousand dollars. Even if he went, he would still be in trouble in Yangzhou. What's more, he is a young man from the Chen family who has never been masked before. Who is this Chen Heng? Liu Xianglian has never heard of him. How could he be willing to leave the bustling capital of the capital for such a passerby?

Thinking of this, Liu Xianglian waved her hands repeatedly and shook her head in refusal. Fifteen or six-year-old Liu Xianglian is a well-known human model in the capital. What is a human model? Even those who have seen him wish they could look like him.

This young man is used to wandering around and practicing martial arts all year round. He is tall, thin and slender, and the white jade robe covering his body makes him even more extraordinary. There is a bit of cynicism and a bit of uninhibited freedom in the images of men and women. In front of his elders, he also sat dishonestly, half leaning on the stool and half leaning on it.

Before the Xin family went to Yangzhou, he often came to the Xin family to play with Su Zhao, and the relationship between the two was very good. Even Liu Xianglian regarded Xin Geng as a close relative and did not like to restrain herself in front of her real family members.

Seeing his appearance, Xin Geng was neither angry nor annoyed. He was in a good mood recently.

Just because he entered the palace gate with his left foot first, His Majesty planned to promote him to the rank of military envoy of the capital for his two merits: raising money and escorting him. Although his acumen in the court was not as good as that of scholars like Lin Ruhai, he still knew that he was picking up a ready advantage.

Nowadays, various grassland tribes are invading the frontier. Generals Zhang and Zhu are stationed in key areas and cannot leave. The only son of the Xin family has joined the border to repay the king's kindness.

People in the Supreme Emperor's family also know that if everyone fights among themselves, no one will be able to keep their jobs if outsiders really overturn the table. Only then did the 100,000 soldiers and horses of the Jiedu Envoy from the Beijing camp come out, preparing for the emperor to control the inside and outside and win the battle against the enemy.

And transferring himself from Yangzhou will also make it easier for Gu Zaiyong to continue to place people in Yangzhou officialdom. The pros and cons of the two were mixed together, and it was only then that Xin Geng took advantage of it, making him take Lin Ruhai's instructions to heart and had to pay attention to them.

Although Xin Geng didn't know Lin Ruhai's plan, he knew that the latter would not speak easily. Whenever you speak, even if you say something ordinary, it is an extremely important matter.

He couldn't grasp Lin Ruhai's intentions, but he still had to deal with a young boy like Liu Xianglian. Xin Geng knew that Liu Xianglian and Xin Suzhao had been good playmates since childhood, and they were very friendly people. He just wrote lightly: Even so, it won't be difficult for you. Just go back.

Seeing that her wish came true, Liu Xianglian couldn't help but feel happy. Worried about missing the elder's business, he hurriedly said kindly: Who are you going to replace uncle with? How about my nephew weigh him for you? If his martial arts skills are not up to standard, replace him with a powerful one as soon as possible, so as not to lose our family in the past. face.

I know a person whose martial arts skills are definitely much better than yours.

Hearing Xin Geng's words, the hot-blooded Liu Xianglian was dissatisfied and immediately retorted: Uncle, don't underestimate your nephew. Even if the generals of the four princes and eight princes meet me, they dare not say that they have a guaranteed chance of winning.

Xin Geng sneered, leaned back on the chair, raised his hands to pack his cuffs, What if this person is your brother Su Zhao?

Ah?! Liu Xianglian was so anxious that she jumped up from her seat, and with a whirring sound of swinging her sleeves, she ran to Xin Geng and persuaded, No way, no way. My eldest brother is fighting bloody battles at the border. I can't wait to see him personally. Go and accompany him. Uncle, why are you calling him back for such a trivial matter? My eldest brother’s temper is probably going to...

Liu Xianglian walked around the Xin family's ornaments to look at them. The Xin family's house in the capital was not big, and the ornaments were not very expensive. Their ancestors were somewhat inferior to the nobles of the capital. That is to say, I stayed with His Majesty through hardships in the early years, and that is why I am rich today.

...I'm afraid I have to smash everything in the house. Liu Xianglian pointed at the ornaments in the hall. Although they are not expensive things, it is really a pity that they have to be smashed.

Then you are worrying too much. Xin Geng shook his head. He used the tone of 'a son knows better than his father' and said: Su Zhao and Chen Heng have a close relationship. In Yangzhou, they eat and live together. If you know that you are When brothers encounter difficulties, they will surely ride on their horses and carry swords, and they will come back covered with stars and moon despite the wind and snow.

The most important thing for children of Jianghu is loyalty and heroism. Liu Xianglian knew Xin Suzhao's temper. If she was in trouble, Suzhao would definitely help her with all his money. But he didn't expect that the relationship between the Chen family's younger brother and his eldest brother would be so good.

This... Liu Xianglian cupped her hands helplessly, and then accepted her fate, Uncle, there is no need to say any more, my nephew will just go.

It's not necessary. Xin Geng thought of Lin Ruhai's instructions and said no, How can you force others to do something difficult? It's not sweet to force yourself. You have to go through this. Nephew Chen Xian said one thing, you said two. He asked you to go east, but you just did it Going to the West is not the way to help others. When he sees me, he also wants to call me uncle. How can I harm him like this and delay his important event?

Being ridiculed by Xin Geng, Liu Xianglian's face turned red for a while. She stamped her feet and shook her head, saying hurriedly: Uncle, my good uncle. My nephew knows that he is wrong, so let him go to Yangzhou for his eldest brother. My nephew dares to go down. Military order, whatever the man named Chen tells me to do, I will do it without any obstruction.

It's for Xin Suzhao, and it's Chen. You kid, you are just being dissatisfied. Xin Geng crossed his legs and sat on the chair, still shaking his head and sighing, I think nephew Chen Xian's matter is also very important. It's still inappropriate for you to be so angry.

All Liu Xianglian had to do for this elder was to kneel down on one knee and clasp her fists in a military salute. At this time, I was secretly angry that I had been quick to talk and expressed my feelings too early, so now I could only say good things again and again.

Yi Hui said that he was willing and would never miss Chen Heng's affairs. After a while, he said that he was very skilled in martial arts and must be the best candidate to go to Yangzhou.

To be honest, Liu Xianglian's kung fu is the best. He loved to dance with swords and guns when he was a child. When others were reading and practicing calligraphy, Liu Xianglian would never let go of the Yuanyang Sword passed down from his family. He also visited famous teachers and studied painstakingly, and he can be regarded as a first-class master.

As for his constant hanging out in the Liyuan, it is probably due to the loneliness of being trapped in the capital and claiming to be invincible. But it would be an exaggeration to say that his martial arts skills are so strong that he can surpass anyone in the world.

It's just that the Liu family had not allowed the underage Xianglian to roam around before, so they had to trap him in the capital without showing him where to go. After going back and forth, he was really a good young man, and his spirit was also reduced by half.

The noble children of the capital are the best at undermining others and praising others. With Liu Xianglian's background, if it weren't for her martial arts skills, she wouldn't have lived such a comfortable life in the capital.

Seeing his repeated guarantees, Xin Geng reluctantly agreed to Liu Xianglian's trip to Yangzhou. Just add one sentence, You and I have something to say first, and we should do our best when we go here. When I look back, I will meet nephew Chen Xian again. I will definitely ask you about your situation in Yangzhou. If you hear half a word, don't stay with me in the future. I feel like it's an eyesore when it's hanging in front of me.

Seeing that her uncle had said harsh words, Liu Xianglian hurriedly raised her hands and said, Don't worry, uncle, my nephew will never miss the Chen family's affairs. I will go back and clean up and leave immediately.

Seeing that Liu Xianglian was about to run out the door in a hurry, Xin Geng quickly stopped her and said, Stay here. In a few days, Magistrate Lin's family will also leave for home. You can go there with them and do some things along the way. Guard.

Yes. Liu Xianglian stepped on the bright spot at the door and agreed readily. Seeing Xin Geng's complexion turn warm, he smiled again and came up to make fun of him.

He has lost his parents since he was a child, and he is not a worry-free person at home. He is often scolded and disliked by his elders. Over time, my temperament will inevitably become somewhat independent. A few years ago, it was only when I met Xin Suzhao, who had a forthright temperament and shared similar interests, that I felt some friendship.

Liu Xianglian respected Xin Suzhao, and then he respected Xin Geng even more. Xin Geng also knew this. After beating the junior a few times, it is natural to comfort this kid with a few words.

Lian'er, you are used to being free. With such a temper, it is easy to cause trouble if you go into the army. But you also like the world and don't like to read and write poems. Now that you are getting older, you should prepare for the future. Make some plans.”

Xin Geng took the junior's hand and said earnestly, Now Yangzhou is a Longmenchang, where a minister of the Ministry of Rites has emerged, and an envoy of the Beijing Camp has emerged. Your opportunity, no matter how hard it is, will fall here. How difficult is it? Otherwise, do you still hope to inherit the position of Duke in the future? Or do you want to watch those who bullied you in the past climb on top of you?

Liu Xianglian's background is not inferior to those of her immediate brothers. If it were to be his turn, all the men in the Liu family would have to die for this to be possible. He understood Xin Geng's words and knew that the elder was doing it for his own good. Feeling the rare care, he said sincerely: Uncle, nephew, I know. I will do a good job when I go to Yangzhou.

Go back, pack your things, and wait for my message to set off.

yes.

After sending Liu Xianglian away, Xin Geng visited Rongguo Mansion with Lin Ruhai's family letter. In name, it was to deliver a letter, but in reality it was the grand ceremony of visiting the Rongguo Mansion.

He was about to take charge of the 100,000 troops in the capital camp. Lin Ruhai was willing to give Xin Geng his home letter in order to give him a stepping stone. If he doesn't go to Jia's house, even with His Majesty's support, the nobles below will just express their dissatisfaction.

He only visited Rongguo Mansion and bypassed Ningguo Mansion, which had served as Jiedu envoy for several times. It can also ease Your Majesty's heart. If the Xin family is really too close to the Jia family, it will be a recipe for death.

The trick here is the word ‘degree’. We must not only hold the capital camp for His Majesty, but also avoid making His Majesty suspicious, and we must also ensure that we can take office smoothly and avoid leaving a bad impression of being unfavorable in doing things.

Based on Lin Ruhai's family letters, it is really suitable. Thanking Lin Ruhai for his kindness in his heart, Xin Geng prepared another generous gift for the Jia family's mother and daughter who were about to return home.

This is also the main purpose of coming here. I want to tell Master Lin that I know his good intentions. Secondly, we have worked together in Yangzhou for many years, and we often take care of each other.

It was hard to tell when we were in Yangzhou, but when we arrived in the capital, it was easier for the two families to move around. This is the advantage of being far away. The doorway to welcome you is right here. Even if His Majesty knew, he would not blame him.

There is no need to mention his meeting with Jia Zheng. It was only said that Daiyu, who was behind, had received the letter from her father and was already laughing and joking with her sisters.

I want to go home, I want to go home.

Lin Daiyu is really happy. It has been more than half a year since she came out this time. No matter how good Jia's house is, it can't compare to the two or three humble houses in Yangzhou.

Feeling Sister Lin's joy, Tanchun and others on the side also congratulated: It's your wish. Why, Sister Lin is so happy, but she blames the sisters for not taking good care of her?

Lin Daiyu chuckled and sat down next to Sister Tanchun. Today, both of them were wearing similar light yellow dresses and half-arm pomegranate clothes. They were so close that they looked more like sisters.

It's because my sisters take such good care of me that I get used to it. I forgot that there is a younger brother at home. If I don't go back and beat him up, I'm afraid that he won't study hard and will be lazy and go to heaven.

They were still having fun in Lixiangyuan today, and Baochai and Baoyu were naturally indispensable. Putting aside the latter's melancholy, Baochai sat next to Daiyu, smiled and took the girl's hand, If you ask me, the capital is as good as the capital, and Jiangnan also has the beauty of Jiangnan. Seeing Sister Lin like this The joy also reminds me of the happiness I had in Jinling.

When Lin Daiyu heard this, she remembered what her mother had said about the other party. He couldn't help but hold Baochai with his hand, and said sincerely and distressedly: If Sister Bao is homesick, after she goes back, I will find some Jinling toys for my sister and give them to her for her fun. Do you think so?

This was probably the first time Lin Daiyu saw Baochai losing her composure. I saw that the face that used to be indifferent and smiling was in a daze for a moment, and I didn't know what to think of. After a while, Baochai regained her good mood and said with a smile: No need, some things are better not to be seen than to be seen. If you have time, tell Sister Qin for me and ask her to write to me more.

Baochai paused and tilted his head away. Her interior decoration is much drab and simpler than that of the Xin family. The traffic was so clean that it was completely incompatible with the bustling and bustling Jia Mansion.

I often think of the scenes when I was playing with her when I was a child. But after her family moved to Yangzhou, there were a lot less letters. I just hope that she can miss the old relationship and remember that she has a sister like me.

What these words say is hard not to make people feel deeply sentimental. The daughter's family on the side is the most emotional. I saw that everyone was about the same age, but when we met again at the end of the year, we didn’t know what each other looked like.

Among them, Tanchun felt the deepest. She had already vaguely seen Baochai's difficulties. Compared with myself, I feel somewhat sympathetic to the same problem.

Both have an unmotivated brother, and both have a shallow-minded wife.

But everything is fate, and no one can control it at all.

Tanchun wiped the tears from his eyes with the help of parting feelings. He just leaned his head on Daiyu's shoulder and sighed: Sister Lin, don't forget your third sister.

Why doesn't she envy Daiyu's life? If Daiyu had a more arrogant temper, she would have an excuse to stay away from him. But Daiyu is so gentle and generous, making people feel kind to her. Tanchun only hoped that Sister Lin's life would be better. Even better, it would be a dream come true for him that he never dared to think about.

Me too, me too. Shi Xiangyun jumped anxiously, Daiyu had a Tanchun in her left hand and a Baochai in her right. With so many hugs from left to right, there is no room for me.

We agreed before that we would set up a poetry club and a literary club together when we have the opportunity in the future. Now that Sister Lin is leaving, we haven't been able to do it.

Speaking of this, Lin Daiyu thought of something interesting and pulled the sisters around her, Just do it. When you write some new and good poems, you can send them to me in Yangzhou. As long as they are well-written, I will send it to the newspaper for you.

Shi Xiangyun liked such lively things the most. He clapped his hands when he heard this and asked again: Can your capable brother agree? But in the end, he is only willing to make things convenient for you, which makes him a headache for us who meet by chance. Stranger.

Lin Daiyu shook her head decisively. She smiled confidently and said, I understand him. Brother, he never looks down on women. She thought of Qiupu Street run by Chen Heng and added, If you really meet someone with profound knowledge, For women who dare to step out and speak out, my brother will be very happy. But you have to think about your pseudonyms...

Before she finished speaking, Shi Xiangyun had already said with a smile: This is not easy, I will make the world drunk. Where are you, Sister Bao?

Baochai shook her head, she didn't want to participate in this matter. Tan Chun simply took over the conversation, thought for a moment, and said, Then let me call you Xingzhongren. It just matches Sister Yun's 'Drunk in the World'.

Lin Daiyu looked at her two sisters, feeling overjoyed for a moment, It really brings you two together. When I go back this time, I will send you a copy of every newly printed newspaper.

The sisters were all happy and walked out of the house with Daiyu in their arms, preparing to take advantage of their last days to hold a banquet for Sister Lin to see her off.

Baoyu, who sighed long and short, didn't say even half a sentence in the end. Dejected, he returned to Yihongyuan and was welcomed into the house by the surprised Xiren and Qingwen. He just sat down on the bedside and hit the pillow with his hand, Why did you leave? Why did you leave? Sister Lin, wouldn't it be better for us to play together...

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Jia Mu's mood couldn't be said to be very good. She waited around until her daughter came back. Although I have been with you for half a year, I was extremely reluctant to part with you when the separation came.

It's just that a married daughter always has to go back to her husband's family. Jia Min didn't suffer any grievances in the Lin family, her life was very good, and Jia's mother had no reason to keep her.

Although he was not leaving immediately, Jia Min still wanted to say hello to Jia Mu in advance. Ruhai said in the letter that he did not think about food and food, could not sleep at night, and often lived with Lin Jue eating simple meals. These words made Jia Min unable to sit still. She wished she could fly back to her family right now to accompany and take care of her husband and children.

This time I came to see Jia Mu, firstly to say goodbye, and secondly to set a date to return home. Today is also interesting. Mrs. Wang, Mrs. Xing and Xifeng also came here after hearing the news.

Since her natal brother's promotion, Mrs. Wang has appeared more frequently in the palace. Although he and Jia Min still deliberately avoided it, the other party was about to go back this time, and if he didn't come over to show off, it would be too late.

Jia Min knew her thoughts and did not want to get used to her problems. He only said in front of the old lady that he had bought a house outside and could return to Beijing often in the future.

How could Jia Mu, a person of her age, listen to this? He immediately cried and said: Okay, let me tell you that you asked me to get money last time for some rare thing. You actually secretly hid it from me and did such a good thing. Do you still have me as a mother in your eyes?

Jia Min also knows her own pain. If she comes back and lives in Jia's house in the future, what will Lin Ruhai do? He is now a civil servant and a fourth-grade official, and he is trusted and relied upon by His Majesty. How can he get entangled with the Jia family?

From now on, the Jia family's chance of survival may fall on Ru Hai. At this moment, Jia Min could only say cruelly: It is precisely because I remember my mother and this family that I did this.

After saying that, Jia Min stood up directly, leaving Jia's mother who kept shouting my son, my son, and got up and left ruthlessly. She couldn't bear to see her mother cry, but what could she do? If you continue to cut off, you will be subject to chaos. Jia Min's courageous temperament is exactly the same as that of the old Duke Jia Daishan.

After Jia Min left, the remaining people came forward in a panic and comforted Jia's mother. The old lady is over seventy years old, what can she do if she keeps crying like this?

But when Mrs. Wang and Mrs. Xing got closer, they heard the old lady crying and saying, Why did I give birth to such a child exactly like me? I owe her a debt in my previous life. I have to pay her back in this life. I don't know what to comfort me.

Old lady, are you praising her? Or are you praising yourself?

Mrs. Wang curled her lips, raised her hand and patted Jia Mu on the back, pretending that she didn't hear. Mrs.

In the end, it was Yuanyang who understood Jia Mu’s thoughts best. I saw her patting the old lady on the back and comforting: Old lady, with this place, the eldest lady will have to come back to live often, right? When the time comes, you can invite me and stay, and the eldest lady will be filial and caring for you, isn't that right? We have to stay with you. If that doesn't work, we'll pack up our things and go to the eldest lady's house - we can stay for as many days as we want, and she can still drive us away.

After she said this, Jia Mu's mood gradually calmed down. The old man couldn't bear it any longer. After crying so hard, he couldn't help but go back to his house to take a nap.

Halfway through my sleep, I suddenly heard noise coming from outside again. After the mandarin ducks who had found out the news came to invite her out, Jia's mother knew that someone had been sent from the palace, saying that His Majesty felt that Mr. Lin was loyal to the country, so he specially gifted an imperial ship to send Jia Min and her daughter back on a certain day. Yang.

After hearing the news, Jia Mu finally did not dare to say anything and only focused on leaving at the dock seven days later.

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In order to bid farewell to Jia Min, everyone from the Jia family came out in full force. In addition to Mrs. Wang who was feeling unwell, many people from the Ningguo Mansion also came.

A group of family members got off the carriage and saw the imperial ship given by His Majesty lying across the sparkling river. The shape of this ship is very gorgeous and domineering. In addition to the two-volume roof, it also has a flat roof and a top. The blue-green roof and dazzling walls are attached to the two-story houseboat. It is a beautiful scenery when it goes to the river.

Because the emperor was not here in person, no dragon flag was hoisted on the five-foot-seven-foot-long ship. Only colorful flags are hung, surrounding the yellow flagpole in the center to show its extraordinary origin.

It was parked at the dock like this, not to mention that ordinary official ships did not dare to approach it and avoided it. If Jia Lian encounters it on the day he comes to Beijing, he will have to stop his rampage and let him go first, so as not to disturb the nobleman's return home.

Even the Jia family, who were accustomed to the world, only knew about Uncle Lin's favor in the imperial court. This ship was used by His Majesty to send his young lady back to meet her uncle.

On the pier, everyone was full of thoughts and had something to say. After Jia Min finished chatting with several relatives of the same generation, she walked to Jia's mother who was relieved of her anger.

mother!

As parting was imminent, Jia Min also burst into tears.

Mother Jia held her daughter's hand and cried and sighed: After arriving in Yangzhou, can you write more letters to mother? As long as it is written by you and Yu'er, even a few words, I will be happy to see it.

Jia Min nodded repeatedly, hugged Jia's mother reluctantly, and leaned against her ear, whispering something secretly.

The juniors' side is more lively. Everyone first held Daiyu to admire the imperial ship, and then held each other's hands and told each other words to cherish.

When it was time to board the ship, Jia Baoyu, who had been silent from beginning to end, stretched out his hand and tried to hold the retreating figure, Sister Lin... He has been eating and sleeping much less recently, and his energy is much less. It looks very bad. The thought of Sister Lin leaving, so far apart, really made his heart ache like a knife.

When Lin Daiyu heard the voice, she subconsciously turned around and saw that it was her crazy cousin. She shook her head and smiled softly: Cousin, a man should study and be sensible, assist the country and govern the people. Only when the waves of the sea are prosperous can there be peace of the sea. How can you live a lifetime without everything going as planned and enjoying all the blessings?

These were also the parting words she left for her ridiculous cousin. After all, they were blood relatives, and she always hoped that Baoyu would be well. I'm just afraid that when the rain blows away and the wind blows away, my cousin will complain that the world has come to nothing.

With such a family background, one would be really confused for the rest of his life. Unless we talk about doing something important to benefit the country and the people, we can't even keep the family fortune passed down to us.

Isn't it a pity? Isn't it sad?

Lin Daiyu shook her head and followed Jia Min step by step.

She has things she wants to do and people she wants to see.

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I found him, I found him. Miss, Mr. Liu has been found.

Xueyan walked into the lady's door happily. Daiyu was writing on the table. When he heard her movement, he quickly put away the paper. After taking a closer look at the person who pushed the door open and walked in, he said helplessly: Xueyan!!!

Xue Yan stuck out her tongue and said a little stupidly: Miss, I know. Next time, I will definitely ask you outside the door first.

Lin Daiyu also knew about this maid's dull temperament, so she just smiled, revealed the matter, and asked: Then where did the Young Master Liu hide?

When she and Jia Min got on the boat, she heard Master Xin mention that her father had hired someone in the capital to go with them. But when the mother and daughter got on the boat to look, Liu Xianglian was nowhere to be seen.

You are such a big living person, you can't forget him in the capital. She and Jia Min then asked the maids and nuns to go out to search, fearing that they would delay the guests.

Xueyan looked a little weird, He said it was his first time to board a boat, and now he is hiding under the cabin, competing for oars with the boatmen.

What kind of thing is this? How can you entertain guests like this? Lin Daiyu shook her head, looked at Xueyan, and then said to the smart and capable Zijuan: Sister Zijuan, please run for me and ask Mr. Liu to rest in the guest room on the first floor.

Yes. Zijuan agreed with a smile. She was the happiest person about leaving Rongguo Mansion, and she was not attached to the glory and wealth of Jia Mansion at all.

The eldest maid happily accepted the order and left. Only then did Lin Daiyu ask Xue Yan to come over and polish her ink. She is writing a record of her experiences in the Jia family, and she has already thought of a title, which is called Baojian for the time being.

This trip to Beijing also greatly broadened Lin Daiyu's understanding of wealthy families. The bells, food and cauldrons ringing among them are really eye-opening.

She planned to take advantage of the time she had to go back to rewrite Aunt Shui's script. She not only borrowed the prototypes of sisters for the characters who appeared in it, but also made many brilliant story arrangements.

Needless to say, Sister Bao must have it. Sister-in-law Lian is also very interesting and should be written more about. Sister Tanchun, she is so beautiful and has such a fun temperament...

Fairy Xiaoxiang wrote with great pleasure, but she didn't know that the hand beside her that was grinding ink had already changed once. When Jia Min read out Junior eyes trim eyebrows, Guan Shenfei. What you write is your third sister, Lin Daiyu was shocked to realize that her mother had walked beside her.

It's too late to collect anything at this time. Lin Daiyu could only put away her pen helplessly and said coquettishly, Mom.

Jia Min looked a little weird when she saw it. She didn't know when her daughter had this kind of hobby, so she asked curiously: What else are you planning?

In front of Jia Min, Lin Daiyu dared not tell the truth, so she had to pull someone out to take the blame.

Before I went to Beijing, my brother once said that I should write down what I saw along the way. I might as well go back and tell him about it. Lin Daiyu felt more and more guilty as she spoke, but in the end she gained courage for no reason, and said hard, I think it's fun to write. I just wrote more.”

Jia Min nodded doubtfully. She still didn't believe that Heng'er would ask Yu'er to write about her daughter. She took another glance at Daiyu's things, and then said with regret, What a pity for your third sister.

Mom, why is it such a pity?

If she were a direct daughter, she would be much better than your other sisters. Jia Min shook her head and continued to educate her daughter, Look at the whole family, your second sister-in-law is a capable person, and the third sister is a capable person. Now I can count half of them, but most of the others can't. The rest, Ping'er from your second sister-in-law's house, and your grandmother's mandarin duck, can be considered two capable people.

Daiyu was most curious about this kind of thing. He held Jia Min's hand again and listened to the other party's comments. She didn't see people and things clearly enough at this moment. After Jia Min finished speaking, she ranked Yuanyang above everyone else, which was extremely strange.

How come Sister Yuanyang is more capable than the second sister-in-law? Lin Daiyu admired Wang Xifeng very much. She felt that such a hot and spicy woman was really the only one in the world.

Your second sister-in-law is so strong. Jia Min shook her head and took the tea made by Xue Yan. When you get to my mother's age, you will know how good Yuanyang is. She is kind-hearted and capable, able to do things inside and outside. Speak. If you are angry, just keep it in your heart. Most young ladies from the Hou Mansion are not as good as her.

Lin Daiyu thought that the lady of the Hou Mansion her mother was talking about was Shi Xiangyun, and wanted to defend her sister. But when I think about it again, I feel that although my mother often criticizes the younger generation, she never speaks harshly. Thinking about it this way, I'm afraid the mother is talking about only Baoyu's mother.

Lin Daiyu didn't know much about the grievances of the previous generation, so she had to deal with it silently and leave it to Zijuan to inquire about it later.

Now that she is away from Rongguo Mansion, she can take care of Zicuckoo's little hooves and see how many things she still hides in her belly that she usually doesn't tell herself.

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Guessing the day when the couple would arrive, Lin Ruhai took her son to the pier early to wait. Chen Heng, who was specially invited to help with the boxing, was immediately shocked when he saw Uncle Lin's expression.

How come it had only been a few days before my uncle, who was still fair-skinned and fat-faced, had a mysterious look of hunger on his face. He kindly stepped forward and asked in confusion: Uncle, are you feeling unwell?

Lin Ruhai rarely rolled his eyes and scolded: How old are you, but you still don't know the word be cautious in your words and deeds.

Chen Heng stuck out his tongue and hid next to the smiling Lin Jue. The latter was also playful. He pulled Chen Heng's sleeve and said with a smile: Brother, my dad hasn't eaten since last night. Don't tell anyone. My dad won't let me tell others.

Chen Heng was stunned on the spot, he didn't dare to laugh even if he wanted to. When I got together with Lin Jue, I didn't know what to mutter. Lin Ruhai pretended not to see it at all and let the two children do whatever they wanted.

Seeing the sails of the imperial ship appearing on the river bank, Lin Ruhai rubbed her cheeks excitedly and began to pace around the field. By the time the boat docked, sweat was already appearing on my uncle's forehead.

Do everything before and after this, and wait until the plank is lowered. Lin Ruhai had already pulled Lin Jue and Chen Heng forward quickly, preparing to pick up the lady. We had not seen each other for a long time, so when we met, we were so excited that we naturally had endless things to say.

Jia Min saw her husband taking her little son out to enjoy the river breeze. She couldn't help complaining but also saying happily: Why did you bring Jue'er out too? How bad is it to catch the cold in the wind?

Lin Ruhai glanced at Lin Jue, who immediately said: Mom, I miss you and my sister, so I begged dad to take me out.

Look, look. What he said, this little mouth is sweet. Jia Min, who only listened, bent down in front of everyone, took Lin Jue into her arms, and said softly: There is not a day when my mother doesn't miss you, Jue'er, you are such a good boy of my mother. I know you miss your mother so much, so I just want you. You should come back early.

The three of them talked happily, but Chen Heng and Lin Daiyu on the other end were free. They faced each other, silently observing each other's changes.

Brother.

Under the soft afternoon sunshine, Lin Daiyu shouted like this, with a smile as bright as a flower. Today she changed back to her usual attire, still in an elegant lavender dress, with her hair slightly tied up, leaving a few daughter-style bangs. A pair of beautiful eyes that look both happy and angry at the person in front of her. There are thoughts flowing in the eyes, and few people can know it.

Chen Heng's heartstrings suddenly moved and he couldn't help but nodded. After thinking for a long time, he responded: You're back?

Um.

He wanted to say something else, but he didn't know why. For the first time, I felt that I was short of words, so I just raised my eyes silently, gestured at Daiyu's bun with my peripheral vision, and said with a smile: My sister has grown taller.

Hearing these words, Lin Daiyu lowered her head unconsciously, moaned softly, and replied: Brother has grown taller too.

Hey, hey, stop, stop. A figure wearing a bamboo hat suddenly appeared from the side. He only took off the things on his head, revealing a face that was more beautiful than a woman, and asked: You two are stupid. I kept asking, are you trying to figure out some strange magic?

Liu Xianglian had no choice but to go to the city to find someone in a hurry. Then he raised his hand to Chen Henggong and said, May I ask my brother, is there a scholar named Chen Heng in Yangzhou City? Do you know where he is?

This magical experience was also the first time Chen Heng encountered it. Subconsciously scratching his head, he asked, I wonder who your brother is? What's the point of looking for him?

Liu Xianglian, a certain Wanping family, was entrusted by his elders to come here to help Brother Chen in this important matter. Liu Xianglian was addicted to drama, and her blood boiled when she spoke. He changed between silence and movement, and also moved the Mandarin Duck Sword at his waist. The red tassel rope hung in the air for a few times, as if he was also announcing his existence.

Chen Heng was stunned for a moment and said in disbelief, Are you Liu Xianglian?

He secretly compared their heights. The last time he saw such a tall person of the same age, it seemed that it was Xin Suzhao. Looking at Liu Xianglian's appearance again, I'm afraid Xue Biao would be a little inferior after seeing her. Wearing a rich brocade robe, the young man is full of heroism and looks proud of the heroes. Why, like Su Zhao, also likes to wear sexy white clothes.

That's right. Leng Erlang raised his eyebrows slightly and nodded immediately in reply. He thought that his fame had spread to Yangzhou, so he deliberately suppressed the joy in his heart, raised a slightly happy tone, and asked, Since I know you, brother, I will be the host someday. Please treat me to a few meals. There's good wine on the table. Now you might as well tell someone where Chen Heng is. I have something urgent to do with him!

He has a brother on the left and a brother on the right, both of whom are modest. But Chen Heng was so dizzy after hearing this that he secretly said that people from the capital were very particular about etiquette.

Lin Daiyu on the side finally couldn't stand it anymore, couldn't help laughing, pointing at her brother and said: Brother Liu, my brother is the Chen Heng you are looking for, the Chen family brother you have longed for.

This is a bonus within the 500 monthly subsidy ticket, which is almost 10,000 words.

Everyone has different opinions on Liu Xianglian's age, but in my book, I will give it my own opinion. He is definitely younger than Xue Pan, after all, Xue Pan calls him second brother in the original book.