Zhou Yanqing came a little late today, but he didn't miss Qiao's father and mother.
Qiao's father and Qiao's mother have never met him, but they have heard of him several times. Even their second son-in-law is a relative of Mr. Saturday, so it's a good thing that he is willing to lead the way.
Speaking of Zhou Yaozu, the future second son-in-law, Father Qiao and Mother Qiao are still very satisfied.
Compared with the worries of the eldest daughter's mother-in-law, the future second son-in-law is the only one in his family. Without a difficult mother-in-law to suppress him, Mingyu can be the master of the family after marrying him. Even if he has to go back to his parents' home in the future, even if he returns every day,
No one made any irresponsible remarks.
And since the two got engaged, Zhou Yaozu was very sensible and courteous during the holidays. Although he didn't have much money on hand, he still had plenty of etiquette. From time to time, he would send two jars of wine to Father Qiao, and to Mother Qiao and Grandmother Lan.
The others pulled out two pieces of cloth and gave Mingheng two squares of pen and ink. He was always busy when he came home, and would help out whenever there was work to do.
Even Mrs. Lan is very satisfied with this grandson-in-law.
Because Qiao's father and Ming Jue were both well-known scholars, Zhou Yaozu came to his house frequently. From time to time he would discuss knowledge with Qiao's father and Ming Jue. Occasionally, he would invite Ming Jue to participate in book clubs and other events in Qingchuan City.
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Father Qiao and mother Qiao were thinking about their second son-in-law and the family their eldest daughter married into. From this comparison, they really felt that they had not been careful when choosing a bride.
Even if the family is poorer, as long as the home is simple and the family is harmonious, it is better than anything else.
It's just that it's too late to say this now. I can only be more lenient with my daughter.
Qiao's father and Qiao's mother were satisfied with Zhou Yaozu. Now that they saw Zhou Yanqing, they naturally wanted to thank him profusely.
Zhou Yanqing was also a little surprised when he met Qiao's parents. In addition, he was eloquent, so he had a great time chatting with Qiao's father.
At noon, Qiao's mother helped Qiao Mingjin prepare two large dishes for the table, and asked Yun Jin to invite his father-in-law and mother-in-law's family.
Sister Xiu was also raised by Mother Qiao, so naturally she wanted to invite their family. Qiao Mingjin had always been cared for by her family in the village, and Mother Qiao was very close to her natal family.
When the old man-in-law learned that Father Qiao and Mother Qiao were coming, he also brought his two sons to meet him.
Mrs. Wu would never come, and even if she came, no one would welcome her.
Father Qiao had a calm expression on his face when he saw the three of them.
But considering that her daughter is still his daughter-in-law, it’s hard to go too far. It’s just that Qiao Mingjin is married far away. I still hope that the in-laws can take more care of her, as parents have to worry about their married daughter.
He kept talking to Lao Yuetou until his face became hot. He was even more angry at what Wu had done.
The old father-in-law felt guilty and did not dare to respond to Father Qiao's request for a meal. He said hello, said a few words and left with his two sons.
However, Yue Zhongyao stayed.
Qiao Mingjin didn't care. In the eyes of outsiders, they were still husband and wife. In the past year, Qiao Mingjin moved out to live alone. Yue Zhongyao was alone in Yue's house, which also attracted many people to say many lies.
But fortunately, Qiao Mingjin didn't care.
In the kitchen, Sister Xiu, Mrs. He and Mrs. Xia helped bring the prepared meals to the main room one by one. Mother Qiao pulled Qiao Mingjin behind.
"Why did the Sixth Master of the Zhou family send so many things this week? I heard that he sends them every day during this period?"
Mother Qiao was full of doubts.
"Mom, it's just some food. In the eyes of their wealthy family, it's nothing. I heard from Shitou that their Zhou family buys dozens of baskets for the kitchen every day, and what they bring is not worth it for Mr. Liu's small kitchen.
The amount used. The Zhou Mansion’s kitchen purchased a lot. Some of it was also sent from the Mansion’s Zhuangzi, which is just an extra amount for a small kitchen. To them, they said, this is nothing.”
Seeing Qiao Mingjin's nonchalant look, Mother Qiao was a little worried: "But after all, our family is just an ordinary farmer's family. Why does he take care of us like this? There is no reward for nothing, and it is not good for people to gossip."
Qiao Mingjin patted Mother Qiao's hand comfortingly and said, "Mom, don't worry. My daughter is not receiving salary for nothing. This workshop alone has made a lot of money for their Zhou family. Last year, they gave away several high-quality root carvings.
I’m doing a favor to the Zhou family in Beijing. I heard that the Zhou family in Qingchuan City received many times more New Year’s gifts than in previous years. Isn’t it all the credit of my daughter?”
Mother Qiao looked at her with a proud look on her face. She slapped her and said, "How do you know it's your fault? It's just an unnecessary wooden pile. You just came up with the idea, and they also contributed money and effort.
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"Mom, don't underestimate this carving. This wooden pile is of no use in our countryside. It's hard to chop wood and burn it, but you also saw it in the workshop. The carved things can be passed down for generations. Let's put it down.
One of them is rare and grand at home. Mother, don’t worry, your daughter is sensible. Besides, there is no way to socialize in this business? In other words, my daughter is not lucky enough to be invited to eat and drink in restaurants in the city. These meats and vegetables are just for food.
, What is it worth? Businessmen don’t just send these meats and vegetables as gifts back and forth. One gift of gold, jade, silk and satin is equivalent to giving us meat and vegetables for a year."
Mother Qiao was finally relieved.
Then he said: "You girl, you don't know what is good and what is good. These beef, mutton and these dried seafood are all rare items for our farmers."
Qiao Mingjin held her arm and said, "Mom, don't worry. My daughter has sense. All she needs to do is help him with more ideas. My daughter is still helping him with his accounts, and he gets five taels a month for each account.
As for the monthly payment of ten taels, my daughter didn’t even bother to settle it with him.”
"You kid, I want your advice."
"Why not? Your daughter is smart..."
The mother and daughter entered the main room chatting and laughing.
The villagers don't want to divide the men's area and women's area across the screen. They don't want to divide the tables, that is, if the men want to drink, the talented women can share the table.
Yue Zhongyao looked at a table full of food, and the tempting aroma of meat wafted into his nose, and he didn't know what it felt like.
His wife had cooked all the dishes on the table. He hadn’t eaten them for a long time.
The beef and mutton, dried seafood, and fish balls on the table were obviously brought by Zhou Yanqing.
If others don’t know, doesn’t he still know what he means?
Now I see him frequently pouring wine for his father-in-law, picking up food and being courteous, as if he is part of the family. Even his serious son-in-law has been put aside.
Looking at Jin Niang's side, she was frequently picking up dishes for her mother-in-law and others. Her smile was as bright as a flower, and she looked as beautiful as the blooming flowers. She was even more colorful than when she first married him.
He should be happy.
Just seeing his wife not even looking at him makes me feel extremely uncomfortable.
His heart felt bitter and astringent, just like the glass of wine. He felt a little drunk before he drank two glasses.
Wan'er sat next to Qiao Mingjin, eating the meat and vegetables her mother gave her, and occasionally peeking over at her father.
When I saw my father holding a glass and drinking wine alone, with no one to talk to him, I felt sour and wanted to cry. My little mouth couldn't help but pout.
He moved his butt out and glanced at Qiao Mingjin secretly. Seeing that Qiao Mingjin was talking to someone else, he moved his butt out secretly and was about to slide off the chair.
A hand stretched out from the side and held him.
"Aunt..."
"Wan'er, you haven't eaten enough yet, why are you going to the fields?"
Qiao Mingjin and Mother Qiao also looked at her.
The little thing lowered his head aggrievedly and didn't respond.
"Is there nothing Wan'er likes to eat? Tell grandma what Wan'er wants to eat, and grandma will make it for Wan'er. Grandma will make egg noodles for Wan'er to eat? How about adding a poached egg?" Mother Qiao said softly.
Coaxing her softly.
The little thing didn't say anything, just shook his head.
Qiao Mingjin glanced at her and said: "Sit down and have a good meal. Grandma finally came here, but you are still making trouble. Ask grandma what she likes to eat, and give it to her."
The little thing glanced at Qiao Mingjin aggrievedly, then secretly raised his eyes and glanced quickly at Yue Zhongyao.
The little thing is still young and can't hide his emotions yet. Is there anything Qiao Mingjin can't understand at this glance?
Then he said to her: "Look, brother Changhe and sister Liuzhi are eating quietly. You should eat quickly, and I will let my brother and sister take you to play later."
Sister Xiu's two children, Chang He and Liu Zhi, rarely had a good meal, and it was a time when they were happy. Fortunately, both children were sensible and were well brought up by Sister Xiu, and they were not looked down upon by ordinary country children.
The bad habit of grabbing the good stuff when you get it.
Hearing Qiao Mingjin's words, he put down his chopsticks and said to Wan'er: "Wan'er, eat quickly. We will take you to the river to pick up snails later."
The little thing then picked up the little spoon and began to eat quietly. He also used chopsticks to pick up two pieces of meat for Mother Qiao. Mother Qiao praised her several times.
Qiao Mingjin gestured to Sister Xiu who was sitting opposite her.
Sister Xiu glanced at the men's table and said loudly: "Da Lei, Uncle Qiao is here once in a while, so you have to take good care of him. But don't get Uncle Qiao drunk."
Yue Dalei and his mother-in-law looked at each other, and they understood each other, and said loudly: "You can't get drunk. Even if you are drunk, you are not afraid. There are many rooms in Jin Niang's house. I will be responsible for helping Uncle Qiao to rest in a while."
Father Qiao was very happy after hearing this. It was rare for him to have a drink at home, so he was pregnant today.
Yue Dalei stabbed Yue Zhongyao twice, and Yue Zhongyao became clear again.
Yue Dalei raised his glass to Father Qiao again and said, "Uncle Qiao and Aunt Qiao are going to stay a few more days this time, right? We have sister Mingyu and Uncle Yun's family at home. Nothing will happen, so we can just stay a few more days."
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After hearing this, Mother Qiao replied: "I'll be back in the afternoon. I have a lot of things to do at home."
After hearing this, everyone gave advice one after another. Qiao Mingjin also asked them to stay a few more days.
"Auntie, now that Jin Niang has moved out, she doesn't have to look at people's eyes like before. This is very convenient. There is no shortage of food and drink at home now. Mingyu is also a responsible person in Yunjia Village, so why do you have to worry about it?
?Just stay here with my daughter and grandson for a few more days."
Sister Xiu, Mr. He and others all followed suit.
After hearing this, Yue Zhongyao's eyes became darker and darker.
There were no bullock carts at home before, and when his parents-in-law came, they were in a hurry. They didn't stay long before they had to rush back. Every time they got home, it was dark. And there was no room in his house for them to stay overnight.
Now he didn't earn all this...
Father Qiao and Mother Qiao were persuaded by everyone, and finally agreed to stay one night before going back. (To be continued. If you like this work, you are welcome to vote for recommendations and monthly votes. Your support is my biggest motivation.
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ps: Sorry, I got up late. This chapter was from yesterday
