Chapter 565 The Lai family wants to build a garden
The Lai family lives in an alley two streets away from Rongguo Mansion.
As the most powerful servant of the Jia family, even though they hold the status of a slave, in the eyes of their neighbors, the Lai family is definitely not someone to be messed with.
The Lai family has two rooms in total. The two brothers have separated a long time ago. The old lady of the family lives with the eldest son Lai Da.qqxsnew
Although the house where Lai Da's family lives now is just a private house according to regulations, it occupies a large area. There are at least seven or eight small courtyards within the large courtyard. The interior is decorated with rock corridors, flowers, plants and trees.
Everything you need is available, and there is nothing stingy about it.
Even so, Lai Da's family still seems not satisfied. Recently, they have taken a fancy to the land behind the house and intend to buy it and expand the family house again.
At this time, Mr. and Mrs. Lai, Grandma Lai and others took advantage of a break in eating to discuss this matter.
"I have already contacted those owners. Except for the Li family who said it was their ancestral home and there was no room for negotiation, the other owners did not reject it outright. I think if the price is right, everything can be easily negotiated.
The only thing I'm worried about now is that once we actually buy these lands and build a garden for the old lady, if the government knows about it, I'm afraid they will be worried." Lai Da took a sip of tea and put down the cup and sighed.
What he said did not make Grandma Lai and others understand. Not to mention buying land, building a garden, even if it is just a simple one, will definitely require a lot of money. This is something that cannot be covered up even if they want to.
living.
Although they have worked hard in Rongguo Mansion for decades, their masters all know that they are rich. But if they really do such a thing all at once, I am afraid that their masters will still have some ideas in their hearts.
If I say give up, I really don't want to give up.
For one thing, if this thing can be done, the Lai family will be able to have their own garden just like the master's house. Not only can they enjoy it themselves, but they will also have more face when their relatives and friends come, right?
Secondly, if you don't do something, it would be a pity that the money would be wasted...
"There is no need to worry about the old lady. She is always kind to others, and I have served her all my life. Although we are called master and servant, we are actually as close as sisters, so even if she knows that our family is better off, she will not be harsh.
." said Aunt Lai.
Originally, Lai Da and his wife took the initiative to mention this matter, saying that they wanted to build a garden for her elderly family to use for their retirement.
She had some concerns at first, but now that the matter has been discussed, she is the one who is most reluctant to give up.
Grandma Lai has been serving Jia Mu since she was a girl, and has won Jia Mu's trust. Relying on Jia Mu's favor, she not only has a family full of children and grandchildren, but she also imitates Jia Mu at home and leads a "ancestral" life.
of happy days.
Of course, they are the kind of people who only have dignity but no face. Usually when I go to Jia's house and see the masters, I act like a slave.
Therefore, all of Grandma Lai's pursuits in her old age were to try to get closer to Jia Mu's high-level and elegant life.
She was envious of Jia Mu's large flower hall, which was spacious and beautiful.
Therefore, she also made one at home. However, due to the limited space, she felt that Xiaojiazi was very angry and could not be compared with Jia Mu's flower hall.
Just now, the Jia Family Grand View Garden was built. It is surrounded by mountains and rivers, just like a world in a painting. The beautiful garden made her couldn't help but fantasize about how great it would be if she could have a garden of her own!
Even if it's smaller or worse, as long as it's yours, then your life is worth it, right?
Lai Dashen felt that his mother was right. Jia's mother was indeed a very generous person, and she was indeed very kind to her mother. Otherwise, how could the two brothers be the general managers of the Jia family's Rongning Second Mansion at the same time?
Ability and loyalty alone are not enough.
"Not to mention the old lady, even if it's the master and his wife, there's really no need to worry too much.
The only thing the son is worried about is that the second master Lian... the mother should still remember what the second son said last time, and she is afraid that if she makes him worry too much, there may be trouble in the future..."
Lai Da was also very hesitant. He wanted to enjoy himself and be dignified, but he was also afraid of revealing his wealth and causing trouble.
"Otherwise, let's forget it...Second Master Lian is not as easy to talk to as I am. If what his second uncle said is true, Second Master Lian would have been dissatisfied with our Lai family for a long time, just for the sake of the old lady.
There was no attack on Shangcai...
Now that the government is short of money, if we buy land to build a garden at this time, wouldn't we mean to anger him?
Dad, don’t forget what happened to the Shan family back then..."
When Lai Da and Aunt Lai heard this, they were both frightened. As one of the stewards of the Rongguo Mansion, the Shan family, although not as deep as the Lai family, was promoted by Jia Mu, but was dismissed by Jia Lian because of his corruption.
Take it, not only was Shan Daliang himself beaten to death, but his entire family was driven to the extreme cold north to farm.
We must learn from the past and take precautions.
"Old lady, how about we put this matter on hold for now and discuss it in the future?"
Upon hearing Lai Da's words, Grandma Lai nodded quickly: "Then let's take it slow... But the land of those families can be bought first, otherwise I'm afraid they will regret it if it's too late."
"I will follow the old lady's advice and when my son is free, I will discuss with them the purchase of land."
It's just a matter of buying a few pieces of land. If you don't make it public, you don't have to worry about it. Having been the general steward of Rongguo Mansion for more than ten years, he has already become very skilled in how to deceive superiors and deceive others without leaking anything.
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After Jia Lian returned home, Sister Feng had already eaten.
When he saw Jia Lian coming back, he told Jia Lian what happened in the afternoon while serving Jia Lian's meal.
Sister Feng originally wanted to see Jia Lian's abnormal reaction, but when she found that there was no abnormal reaction, she couldn't help but sit next to Jia Lian and asked with a smile: "Why, why are you not angry this time?"
"Why should I be angry?"
Jia Lian asked back and continued eating.
Sister Feng pouted. She had already seen how much Jia Lian cared about Daiyu, and men seemed to be naturally stingy about such things, even Jia Lian. The last time Jia Baoyu made trouble in Daiyu's room, Jia Lian was so
The tough response is proof of that.
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"It's rare that you're not angry. The old lady even made a special trip to ask you to come over. I think it's just for this matter. When you are free later, remember to go to the old lady's place."
Sister Feng made an explanation and left.
But Jia Lian stopped her, "Now that the Queen's wedding is over, it's time to reward the slaves based on their merits.
I have already asked people to prepare all the rewards and put them in the official office. You will summon all the slaves to the courtyard in a moment and reward them according to the plan mentioned before."
Sister Feng was not surprised when she heard this. It is the tradition of the Jia family to reward people based on their merits after major events.
"Why, you don't come in person and let me do it alone?" Sister Feng said with a joking smile.
"You finish the first thing first, and I will be there when the time comes. By the way, Ping'er has to lend it to me tonight."
"What do you want Ping'er to do?"
Sister Feng asked subconsciously. Seeing Jia Lian frown and then his eyes turned cold, she was stunned and immediately reacted: "Could it be that you are planning to... tonight?"
After all, they were a couple sleeping together. Jia Lian had many plans, but Sister Feng still knew about them.
"Why, no?"
Upon hearing Jia Lian's tone, Sister Feng was immediately convinced.
"Do we have to do it tonight? Why don't we think about it any more? The old lady is still here after all, she is just a slave. The cleaning is not the same in the morning and in the evening.
According to me, it’s not too late to settle the accounts after the old lady is gone..."
Sister Feng tried her best to persuade.
"Excessive indulgence is a crime in itself. I have given him opportunities many times, but he doesn't know how to cherish them. In this case, what kind of kindness is there? I told you before, you don't have to worry about this matter.
As long as you cooperate with me, I will be able to handle everything with the old lady."
Seeing Jia Lian's resolute attitude, Sister Feng didn't say anything.
Anyway, she was right not to get involved in this matter. Mother Jia may not have much to do with Jia Lian, her eldest grandson, but it is too easy to put small shoes on her. Therefore, Jia Lian is doing this for her.