After looking at the roster and land title deeds, Lou Qingyi had a headache. These nearly a thousand acres of land meant that at least hundreds of families needed to rent it.
Who can figure out which family is inherently rich and which is inherently poor?
There will definitely be those who fish in troubled waters and rent land for others under their own banner.
The three stewards stood in front of them, not knowing what kind of medicine the lady was selling in her gourd.
Of these three chief stewards, one is named Liu, one is named Wu, and one is named Sun.
Only Manager Liu is working for Dafang, and the other two are from the second and third families. This is also with the tacit approval of the old man. The amount of Zhuangzi's land is too huge, and it is nominally given to Dafang to manage, but the harvest still requires three families.
Evenly divided, letting Manager Wu and Manager Sun stay, it also has the meaning of supervision.
Manager Wu has a thin rat face, two beady little eyes, his face is full of wrinkles, and there are a few rat whiskers at the corners of his mouth. His clothes are messy and he smells of alcohol.
He was on duty here last night, so he found a few confidants to drink several times more.
Even if he were beaten to death, he would not think that the eldest lady got married yesterday and arrived at Zhuangzi today.
Seeing the eldest lady's solemn expression, Manager Wu underestimated her.
His backstage is the Third Fang, but the management of Zhuangzi is in the hands of the First Fang. If the First Lady catches him, it will be enough for him to drink.
I can't help but break into a cold sweat as I think about it.
Manager Sun on the side seemed much more relaxed. Although he was the second wife, he was much smarter than his master. He knew that although the eldest lady was married, she had mentioned Zhuangzi's affairs many times before, so he did not dare to do anything.
Any slack. All the accounts that have passed through his hands in recent years have been carefully checked, and all the areas that should be equalized have been equalized. Even the old accountant can't see any clues.
Manager Sun glanced at the anxious Manager Wu next to him, and sneered in his heart.
He is fair and fat, like a Maitreya Buddha, and smiles with everyone he sees.
In comparison, Manager Sun, who lives in a big house, is much more upright.
Manager Liu roughly guessed something, so he stepped forward and whispered: "Miss, do you want to redistribute the land in Zhuangzi?"
Lou Qingyi glanced at him but did not answer. There were some things she didn't want to say in front of the other two stewards.
Manager Liu glanced at Manager Wu and Manager Sun, and said in a low voice: "You two, why don't you go outside to see the situation of the tenants first, calm everyone's emotions, and say that the things promised by the eldest lady will be fulfilled, please
Everyone, please be patient!"
Among the three stewards, Steward Liu is naturally the most respected. If in normal times, Wu and Sun would dare to violate the law, but today they would not dare to do so in front of their master, Lou Qingyi, so they hurriedly sued.
I apologized and exited the hall.
Manager Liu closed the door and said in a very low voice: "Miss, a considerable part of the land that was previously rented was through the two managers Wu and Sun."
There is no need to explain the words thoroughly. Lou Qingyi is a sensible person, so he will naturally understand.
Lou Qingyi had long expected this. How could the second and third bedrooms make a little move? As long as they didn't violate her bottom line, she could tolerate it.
This redistribution of land is exactly the purpose of giving the second and third houses a chance to shake things up.
Lou Qingyi closed the account book again and said slowly: "How did you go about the investigation that I asked you to check before?"
"Back to the eldest lady. According to what I know now, there are at least nearly 200 acres of land related to the second house and the eldest house, and there are more than 30 acres belonging to the second wife."
These nearly a thousand acres of land are the treasure trove of the Lou family.
Although the Lou family also has a lot of shops, in this era, food plays a greater role, so the second and third bedrooms and the Shan family are all looking at this.
Lou Qingyi frowned. This was only owned by three families. Other large households would definitely get involved. With such a rough calculation, at least nearly half of the land was bought cheaply by these people.
The reallocation of land will naturally affect the interests of these people. Lou Qingyi is mentally prepared for this.
Moreover, she believed that even her father would support him.
Manager Liu secretly handed over a roster: "Miss, these are all obtained through secret investigations."
Lou Qingyi took a quick look and saw that it was full of names.
These people are all worms being taken advantage of.
"Collect it first. These people will not be allocated any land."
Lou Qingyi is already ready to cut off the strength of a strong man, as 20% of these people have not yet expired on their land lease.
This is also the best time at present. In the past, at least 50% to 60% of the leases have not yet expired, or even more.
She didn't want to miss this good opportunity, so she came to Zhuangzi on the second day of her wedding.
Manager Liu said worriedly: "Miss, this matter is not trivial. These people have a back-up behind them. Once the trouble gets bigger, I'm afraid it will be detrimental to the lady."
Lou Qingyi stood up: "Manager Liu, I know you are doing it for my own good. But, I must do this for the sake of the poor people."
It took more than a day or two to make this decision. Her mind has been made and it is impossible to change it.
At this moment, I heard footsteps outside the door.
Lou Qingyi and Manager Liu were both stunned. Didn't they ask Wu and Sun to appease the people? Could something have happened?
"Miss!"
Lou Qingyi was even more surprised, Xiao Yu'er?
Manager Liu hurriedly opened the door, and Lou Qingyi saw Xiao Yuer walking over in a hurry. Behind her was...
It’s him!
What is this guy doing here?
Lou Qingyi's first reaction was that something happened at home.
But looking at the calm expression on Chen Chang's face, it doesn't seem to be the case.
"Miss, it's not me..."
Xiao Yu'er looked back at Chen Chang timidly. She must tell the truth unconditionally to the young lady, even if this uncle is usually nice to her.
Lou Qingyi immediately understood that it was Chen Chang who came on his own initiative.
This guy is born in the year of the dog. As soon as I stepped forward, he followed me.
Just when I thought of this, I saw Hu Niu running over wagging her tail affectionately.
Manager Liu looked at Chen Chang blankly, and he had almost guessed his identity.
Is this the dandy’s uncle?
There is a dog beside me, but why is there no bird cage in my hand?
No, no, I didn’t see him applying vermilion powder on his face.
Something doesn’t seem quite right!
"What are you doing here?" Lou Qingyi's tone was cold.
Chen Chang didn't look at her at all, but looked around as if he were a tourist.
"Miss, I want to help you..." Xiao Yu'er felt guilty about Chen Chang after all, so she spoke for him.
"I didn't ask you!" Lou Qingyi shouted in a low voice, "Let him speak for himself!"
Tears rolled in Xiao Yu'er's eyes.
Chen Chang finally looked back, stared at Lou Qingyi with a smile and said, "Xiao Yu'er is right, I'm really here to help you."
"No need, you can go back." Lou Qingyi glared at him.
"I guess you're in trouble."
"This has nothing to do with you!"
"We are husband and wife!"
Lou Qingyi's face turned red. Don't people here know that we are husband and wife?
Do you need to say this in front of so many people?
This chapter has been completed!