The Song family's courtyard was still busy with people coming and going, and it was surprisingly lively.
Mrs. Lu happily teased Hao Lang: "Give me a bite of the jujube cake...Hao Lang, be good...little rascal, why are you so stingy?" He glanced at Lin Jinrong and told the girl Su Jin: "Give the second grandma a cup of hot tea.
." Then he apologized again: "I'm sorry, second brother and sister, look, there are so many people... they don't stop all day long. Just wait a little longer, it should stop soon."
Lin Jinrong said nonchalantly: "In the final analysis, it's because I'm late. My second aunt has something to do, so she can't just sit and wait for me. I just want my sister-in-law to have time to accompany me. I'm really embarrassed."
Lu smiled and said: "I can't blame you. My second brother is going out today. You have to take care of him and send him out. I didn't expect you to be here so early." After a pause, he added: "Thank you.
It’s up to you, otherwise I wouldn’t be able to be so lazy.”
"It's a rare opportunity, so we and I are just chatting. Sister-in-law, can you tell me about the mothers who are in charge of this family?" Lin Jinrong smiled gently. Even sitting here and waiting, it was better than talking to Lin Yuzhen and Lu Yun.
It's better to fall out if you disagree.
Mrs. Lu had no choice but to hand Haolang to the wet nurse and talk endlessly. When people introduce people, they always start from the top and then go to the bottom. But she only starts from the bottom of the mother-in-law, no matter how big or small, hot and cold.
I talked lively for a long time but didn't get to the point, and it was even more unorganized.
Li Zhi was very confused after hearing this. She had already lost all her points, and she couldn't help but feel a little angry. But Lin Jinrong smiled and listened with gusto. As soon as Lu stopped, she asked questions, and Lu had no choice but to
Answered again.
Today's situation was both unexpected and unexpected for Lin Jinrong.
It was unexpected because the Song family's mother-in-law and daughter-in-law's strategic attitude towards her had changed greatly. At that time, perhaps they did not take her seriously at all, and their attitude towards her was mainly to win over her.
As soon as she came, she was asked to listen and learn from the side. Mrs. Song was extremely considerate and generous, and Ms. Lu was not as petty and moody as she is now. Of course, she listened for a long time and was in charge.
Some trivial matters that are insignificant but difficult to deal with.
It was expected because based on her observations over the past few days, both the Song family and the Lu family were very wary of her. Coupled with Mr. Lu's attitude, she expected that today would not be easy. It seemed that this opportunity was the right one and the reason was sufficient.
, seems innocuous and clumsy, but is actually the most irritating embarrassment. If she were serious, she would lose. She is young and has just entered the door, how can she be easily labeled as impetuous?
?
In this way, three cups of tea passed in the blink of an eye. Lin Jinrong was still sitting as straight as a pine tree, not anxious or impatient, but Mrs. Lu's mouth was dry and she couldn't sit still. So she winked at the girl Su Jin,
Let me go next door and ask Mrs. Song what she means.
Su Jin understood, slowly walked out, walked to the next door, and waved to the Song family's confidant, Aunt Xiao. Aunt Xiao hurriedly walked out and whispered: "Can't sit still?"
Su Jin shook his head: "Sit firmly, not angry or annoyed, and keep smiling. It was grandma who asked me to ask my wife what she meant."
"You really can keep your composure." Aunt Xiao frowned slightly: "It's almost time to have lunch, so it's almost time." After saying that, she lifted the curtain and went inside to look for Mrs. Song.
Mrs. Song calmly dismissed the woman who had replied, holding up the tea cup, with a faint smile on her lips: "Why, is she in a hurry?"
Aunt Xiao smiled and said: "No, hold on tight, it's because Grandma is anxious."
Mrs. Song lowered her eyes, was silent for a moment, and whispered: "I have lived so many years longer than others in vain. Why are you anxious? What is there to be anxious about?"
Aunt Xiao said: "How can Grandma compare with her? Where did she come from? The old slave looks like she's pretty good. Since it's useless, there's no need to waste any more effort." She is forty-five years old this year.
She is married to the Song family and is deeply trusted. She can be called her right-hand man. She has her own way of doing things and is bold in what she says and does in her daily life.
Mrs. Song took out her handkerchief and wiped the corners of her mouth, then stood up and said, "Let's go, you go make arrangements and let her have lunch." When she got to the door, she didn't go in immediately. She stood and listened for a while, only hearing Lin Jinrong and Mrs. Lu.
Talking and laughing
, as expected, he seemed not anxious or impatient, he pondered slightly, stepped inside, and said with a smile: "Two little mice, I am busy over there, but you are here eating, drinking, having fun, chattering away, it's so uncomfortable."
Lin Jinrong stood up to greet her and joked openly: "I don't agree with what Second Aunt said. We are little mice. Who are you?"
Mrs. Song choked, then laughed again, reaching out to pinch Lin Jinrong's cheek: "Look at her sharp mouth. Whoever tells me that Miss Lin Si doesn't talk much and is a boring gourd, I will fight with him!"
Lin Jinrong skillfully gave in and dodged the attack. He put his hand affectionately on Mrs. Song's arm, smiling like a flower: "Second Aunt, don't pinch, it hurts."
Mrs. Song laughed and said: "You girl, are you screaming in pain before I touch you? Are you anxious? You are unlucky. You didn't expect that there would be so many things today. If you had come over in advance to discuss it with me yesterday,
You can handle things together today."
Both of them knew what was going on, so they wanted to go around the bush on these little things. Lin Jinrong didn't expose her, and said straightforwardly: "Aren't you afraid that someone will say that I can't wait? I want to help my aunt share her worries, but I'm also afraid of others.
As for me, I just walked in, I am thin-skinned and I can’t help myself.”
Mrs. Song was so disgusted by her that she laughed twice and said, "It's almost time. Let's have lunch here. Let's discuss the division of labor."
Lin Jinrong followed the good advice: "I'm bothering my second aunt."
Mrs. Song said, "You are an honored guest. It's rare to be invited. Why are you bothering me?" The orderer set out the rice, which was very delicate and neat. There were four stir-fried vegetables, two soups, two steamed vegetables, and four cold dishes.
, four plates of dried fruits, and a jug of lychee wine. There are all kinds of vegetables running on the ground, swimming in the water, flying in the sky, and the latest vegetables, but the quantity is a little less. In terms of exquisiteness and number of varieties,
It was actually better than Mrs. Lu's place.
Lychee was surprised and couldn't guess what Mrs. Song was doing. Lin Jinrong's expression remained unchanged, as if this was what she usually ate. She behaved calmly and said, "Second aunt loves me. She makes so many delicious things. I
I’ll have to eat here every day from now on.”
Mrs. Song laughed "hehe" twice, and without explaining, she ordered Mrs. Lu to bring food and food to Lin Jinrong, and urged Lin Jinrong to eat more.
After they finished eating, they ordered someone to bring some tea and fruit. Mrs. Song said, "Ah Rong, I'll tell you about the situation at home first, and then I'll ask the mothers in charge to come over and meet you." She was no better than Mrs. Lu.
As sticky as a stick, he pointed out several major aspects of the home to Lin Jinrong as soon as he arrived, starting with the household items such as purchasing, monthly payments, kitchen, and sewing, and then going on to the interpersonal relationships outside, how many villages, shops, etc.
One should introduce
Once: "Our family doesn't have many people, but there are actually a lot of things going on. The old man has a wide circle of friends and has many friends coming and going. It takes a lot of effort to prepare the gifts for the four o'clock and eight festivals. In the family,
There are also donations from time to time, and the people below have to take care of life, old age, sickness, death, weddings and funerals..."
Lin Jinrong did not interrupt and listened to her quietly. In the afternoon, Song took a sip of tea, took a breath, and tentatively said: "Arong, where do you want to start?
"
Lin Jinrong said: "Second aunt, where do you think I should start learning? Where did my sister-in-law start from?"
Mrs. Lu glanced at Mrs. Song and said, "I have been learning from my mother-in-law for more than two years, helping me with whatever needs to be done. Later, when Yuan Lang got a little older, my mother-in-law let me take charge of the kitchen."
The kitchen is a wonderful place, not only is it a good place, but it is also the best way to understand and familiarize yourself with the conditions of each house and courtyard - people have to eat, who likes to eat what, how much or how little, when to order what dishes, physical condition, come back to eat
Or not come to eat, treat or not, the identity of the guest and the degree of intimacy of the host
The degree and kitchen are the first to know. You can also see the financial status of each house and courtyard (from the public school, everyone’s food standard is the same, but if it is not kept, who will be greedy and want extra
If you want to eat something delicious and rare, you have to spend extra money. It’s easy to distinguish between rich people and poor people.)
But since the Lu family has already taken charge, it is impossible for Lin Jinrong to fight with her. Regardless of who comes first, let's just say that the Lu family has studied with the Song family for more than two years and only took charge after giving birth to their eldest son. She seems to be unqualified.
Competing with others (the kitchen is such an important place, how can a newly married bride take care of it?) Lin Jinrong simply asked Mrs. Song, "Auntie, let me arrange it. I will do whatever is appropriate. You are in charge anyway, and I will help you."
Mrs. Song pretended to think about it for a long time and then said: "Ah Rong, why not do this? You will be in charge of the purchase."
As soon as he said this, Mrs. Lu's eyes widened. Purchasing, the money has passed through the hands, and the housekeeper is the housekeeper. This is what he is mainly responsible for. If the purchasing is left to Lin Jinrong, what's the point?
Too generous.
What a big fat bait! But how can this bone be so easy to chew? The steward in charge of purchasing is a member of the Song family, and he is acting recklessly behind her back. Others benefit, but she is the one who takes the blame.
If you are not careful, your reputation will be ruined, you will be questioned, and you will be embarrassed. Lin Jinrong declined without hesitation: "Thank you for your kindness, aunt. I am too young, inexperienced, unable to control myself, and inappropriate."
Mrs. Song said: "What are you afraid of? You are smart and capable, and I will help you. If not, there will be your mother-in-law. The old lady also said that, and him! If anyone dares not to listen to you, I will only ask him! You
To get familiar with the situation at home, it’s best to start from here.”
Lin Jinrong smiled slightly: "Auntie, it's true that you love me, and it's true that you are generous and have no selfish motives, but I will do as much as I am capable of. Being greedy and overachieving are undesirable. Please don't harm me.
La."
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