Husband 21 At this time, I am questioning the already
It was too late to ask questions at this time.
Zhu's mother quickly rushed to her daughter-in-law's yard. On the way, she learned that it was her in-laws who had done the good deeds. She almost wanted to kill people. Unable to deal with Mr. Xu, she ordered people to beat up and sell the maid who helped Mr. Xu deliver the message.
Knowing that it was my daughter-in-law's dowry, I could still type it correctly.
Xu Caidi had a severe stomachache, and she didn't dare to speak loudly. She was afraid of dragging the child and saw her mother-in-law rushing over. She knew that her father was right this time. For this child, the Zhu family was willing to pay some price.
"how?"
The doctor sighed: "Don't be anxious, don't get excited. Before it's healed, it's coming again. In this case, you can only drink medicine. If you can't keep it, there's no other way."
Zhu's mother wanted to scold her, but she was afraid that her daughter-in-law would give up the baby because of this. She took a few deep breaths, suppressed her anger, and then said: "Take care of the baby, and don't think too much about other things. Your father and I are here."
Xu Caidi nodded obediently: "I'm just worried about my husband. Don't worry, mother, I will protect this child."
"That's so good." Zhu's mother clapped her hand: "We can't panic. When we have enough money and send it away, Kang Yu will definitely come back safely."
Xu Caidi nodded again, but she was not so optimistic in her heart. Although she was the daughter of a boudoir, the Yunwu Mountain robbers had a great reputation, and she had heard of their ruthlessness. It was unlikely that Zhu Kangyu would come back.
After all, what if the person who went up the mountain remembered the way and led officers and soldiers to suppress the bandits?
"Mom, my father's side..." Xu Caidi smiled bitterly: "No matter how ridiculous things my father did, his love for me is true. If something happens to him, I can't raise my child with peace of mind. Mother, I
I know this request is ridiculous, but I still hope you can help him pay off his debt first! I beg you!"
She had tears in her eyes and looked very pitiful.
Mother Zhu was hard-hearted and said in a cold voice: "He owes more than a small sum. If he doesn't pay it back, I have to discuss it with your father."
After saying this, he once again asked the doctor to take good care of him, and then left with a puff of sleeves.
Anyone with eyes could see that she was angry. Xu Caidi's maid was frightened. As soon as they left, she hurried to the bed and whispered: "Madam, why is this necessary? Those are the elders, irritating people."
It’s not good for you!”
Xu Caidi wiped her tears: "My father is still here, but they don't take me seriously. If my father is really beheaded because of bad gambling, I'm afraid I won't be able to hold my head up for the rest of my life. Only
Only when people are alive can they have a chance to turn over."
My father is really a bad gambler, but as long as he lives, he may get rid of this reputation.
The maid was speechless: "But..."
"There is no but." Xu Caidi said with a serious face: "If they want me to have this child, they must pay back the debt."
In the evening of the same day, she had fetal gas again and kept complaining about stomachache. This time, even Mr. Xu was alarmed. The couple rushed over and watched her drink anti-fetal medicine before they felt relieved.
They were relieved too early, and at midnight, the daughter-in-law called for a doctor again.
Zhu's mother was exhausted mentally and physically from the torture, and sighed: "It's better to help them pay off the debt, otherwise it's all over."
Zhu's father was dissatisfied: "You thought it was two hundred taels. It's not possible to rely on it for now, and there are two children born by Zhou Anyu." It is not considered to be the end of the family.
Mother Zhu's face changed slightly: "I don't want to beg her."
"We can't get it out at home. Do you want to save your son?" Zhu's father said angrily: "I just don't understand. There's nothing wrong with Zhou Anyu. I used to listen to you so much. But you insist on targeting her... after all this trouble
Jiu, are you satisfied with the new daughter-in-law?"
Mother Zhu was speechless.
If she had known that the girl she liked was like this, she wouldn't have bothered in the first place. This was simply worse than the other. If she wasn't afraid of being embarrassed, she really wanted to kick Xu Caidi out.
Of course, this is just a thought. Now that her son is in jail, Xu Caidi has his son's blood in her belly. If she wants to expel him, she has to wait until the child is born.
But after the child is born, they are getting older, and they are afraid that they will be buried before the child grows up. When the child stays in this world, he will definitely be bullied, and there will be people who will covet the Zhu family's property... There still has to be something
My mother-in-law was watching from the side.
Thinking of this, Zhu's mother felt very upset.
The couple wanted to delay, but first looked at the situation with their son. If the person could come back, it didn't matter whether he kept the child or not. If the person couldn't come back, it wouldn't be too late to use money to help them pay off their debts.
Xu Caidi didn't give them this chance. When they saw that she had fetal force, they didn't understand what she meant and refused to offer to help the Xu family pay off their debts. When early the next morning, Xu Caidi opened her arms when her mother-in-law came over.
Liao said: "The day after tomorrow is the deadline for my father to repay his debt. If you don't help, then our family will die together. As for this child, I can only blame him for his misfortune. Who made him pay a huge debt?"
Where is Pen Debt’s grandfather?”
Mother Zhu was furious: "Are you forcing me?"
"It's you who are forcing me." Xu Caidi became excited, and her stomach began to hurt again. It was really painful. She stretched out her hand to cover it, and said with tears in her eyes: "Just take it as a loan from our family, okay?"
But the Xu family already only has that small house, what can they give it back?
This money is like a meat bun beating a dog. If you go there, you won't be able to get it back.
"I'll discuss it with your father." This time it wasn't perfunctory, Zhu Mu immediately went to find someone.
Mr. Zhu met Xu Caidi in person and sighed: "Okay, I will send the money to your father later." Seeing that his daughter-in-law wanted to talk, he continued: "I know you are worried and worried that I have cheated.
You. Now that you are heavy and cannot move easily, please ask the maid next to you to come with me!"
Xu Caidi was quite embarrassed: "I don't believe you."
As he said this, when the father-in-law left, he winked and told the maid to hurry up and follow him.
Master Zhu didn't use any deception. He took his maid to the small courtyard where the Xu family lived and paid two hundred thousand taels of silver.
"My dear, I used my son's life-saving money to help you pay off your debt. It's like choosing the grandson between my son and my grandson. I hope you can remember the lessons of these two times and never gamble again in the future."
Mr. Xu also regretted it, especially when he couldn't raise the money and was about to be separated. He took the banknote with trembling hands and smiled bitterly: "I knew I was wrong. I will never go back to gamble again, no.
I have to think about myself and my children and grandchildren."
Zhu's father looked pleased: "Then I'll leave now without delaying your debt repayment. We'll talk about other things later."
After sending people away, Mr. Xu didn't waste a moment and immediately found a carriage and left the city. The people who came to collect debts didn't forget to gamble when they got here, but the border town was no different from other places. The general had already strictly ordered that no gambling rooms were allowed in the city.
Those debt collectors did not dare to provoke the general, so they lived in the suburbs. If anyone wanted to gamble, they went to the suburbs to find them.
When Mr. Xu left the city, it was almost dusk. He wanted to pay off his debt quickly and return home at night, so the carriage drove very fast.
Suddenly, a rope appeared in front of him blocking the road. If the horse kicked it, it would definitely fall. But the horse ran too fast and it was too late to rein it in. Even though he used all his strength, the horse still kicked, and immediately
He fell headfirst to the ground.
Mr. Xu screamed in his heart and rolled down. Just when he felt severe pain all over his body, suddenly several masked people crawled out of the grass. Before he could shout, a dagger was already placed on his neck.
between doors.
"Master, please don't shout. We only ask for wealth, not life. But if you shout, my brother is timid. If his hands shake... your life of wealth will be handed over to you. Even if we have to pay for your life, then our life
Even if it’s cheap, it’s still a profit.”
After hearing these words, Mr. Xu was so frightened that he trembled all over and took out the banknotes from his arms. His idea was simple. If he died, there would be nothing, even if he killed all these people.
Even if he died, he wouldn't be able to survive.
Before he even took out the banknote, two people came forward and held him down. They took off all his clothes, including his shoes and socks, and then got back into the grass with the banknote.
It was autumn now, the autumn tiger was scorching people, and after the sun set, the cold air came out. Mr. Xu was so cold that his whole body was covered with goosebumps. Even if he could still see the backs of those people, he did not dare to catch up.
The horse could no longer run, so he turned around and walked towards the city, finally entering the city gate before dark.
He didn't even return home and went directly to Zhu's Mansion.
Zhu's father was away, and Zhu's mother heard that her unlucky in-laws came to visit again, and the rice in the bowl suddenly stopped smelling good. After her son was taken away, she had a rare appetite today, and she couldn't eat anymore, so she immediately put down the bowl and chopsticks.
"Please come in!"
If he avoided seeing her, he would dare to go directly to his daughter-in-law.
Mr. Xu was in a mess, his hair was messy, and there was no one around him. In fact, his entourage had been sold and replaced by Mi Niang. That's why he went to the suburbs alone.
"My mother-in-law, I'm so unlucky. Those banknotes were robbed when I arrived in the suburbs."
Zhu's mother couldn't believe her ears. She stood up suddenly, patted the table and asked, "Where are all the banknotes? Are they all gone?"
Mr. Xu was dejected: "That's right. They were too fierce. They also had knives in their hands. They also ambushed me on the road in advance. My horse fell to death. I dare not deny it."
Zhu Mu: "..." Why don't you die?
"I have given you all the banknotes at home. I have to discuss such a big matter with the master. You should go back first." She emphasized: "Don't bother Caidi, otherwise I won't give you a penny.
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Mr. Xu did not dare to provoke her, so he hurriedly retreated and reminded: "The day after tomorrow is the deadline. You have to give me enough money tomorrow no matter what."
As soon as he said the words, he felt shameless. He didn't dare to look at his mother-in-law's face anymore and ran away quickly.
Zhu's mother was furious, but she couldn't ignore the matter. She sent someone to invite the master to come back.
They waited all night, and at dawn, Zhu's father finally came back, smelling of alcohol.
Seeing the man's appearance, Zhu's mother's original anger plus the resentment she had been waiting for all night suddenly erupted: "My son's life or death is uncertain, but you can still drink it? And your unlucky in-laws will give you 200,000 taels of silver."
The ticket was lost, and it was said that someone robbed it... and I gave it back to the richest man. If this continues, our family will be ruined sooner or later!"
Zhu's father was in a good mood. When she said this, he immediately darkened his face: "You chose your unlucky in-laws yourself. The previous daughter-in-law was so good, you must not understand it." He reminded: "Good night that night.
Yu collects paintings. She herself said that she has bought more than ten door shops, and the whole area of Xishan Mountain is hers. How many such capable girls can you find? She has already scooped them into her bowl, and she can still be humiliated by you.
I'm convinced when I go out."
Zhu's mother was not convinced: "She didn't say she was so capable before. If she had told her earlier, nothing would have happened later. No, you have to talk to me about this now, son..."
"I went to pay the ransom yesterday." Zhu's father lowered his voice: "The man has promised me that he will bring Kang Yu back the day after tomorrow at most."
Mother Zhu was overjoyed: "Really?"
Then she felt something was wrong. She didn't know how much money the family had, but this time she had a rough idea of how much Zhu's father had raised. The total amount was only 320,000...the extra 20,000 was for emergencies. It could be redeemed.
He had already given Mr. Xu 200,000 yuan before, so how could he find another 200,000 yuan in exchange for his son?
"Where did the money come from?"
Zhu's father raised his hand and motioned to Zhu's mother like an uncle to help him undress.
Zhu's mother hurriedly stepped forward to serve him. She was already very happy just because her son was safe.
"Do you really think I'll give that bastard two hundred thousand taels of silver to pay off his gambling debt?" Zhu's father said with enough caution that he sneered: "To put it bluntly, I am not so kind to my own father and son. His surname is Xu.
What?"
Mother Zhu was convinced, but also a little worried: "What if something happens to him and Cai Die gets excited and can't keep the child?"
As soon as he finished speaking, he met the man's eyes as if he were looking at a fool.
"Your son is back, are you still afraid that you won't have a grandchild to hold?"
Zhu's mother reacted: "Yes, I will find two more concubines and give birth to more children first. Master, I finally figured it out. If this family wants to pass on, we need more boys."
Zhu's father said coolly: "I have more than one son."
There is another one who is in the side courtyard and studies with the Master. He has learned many things, but he has not learned how to do business.
After all, he was just afraid that the brothers would fight over this small amount of family wealth.
Zhu's mother smiled broadly and said casually: "Yes. The master is very thoughtful. I used to be ignorant."
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Mr. Xu walked back dejectedly. After leaving the house, he remembered that his mother-in-law had not asked the carriage to take him away.
He sighed again. The two families had gotten along three years ago. At that time, the Zhu family and his wife were very polite. They had just met, and it was almost impossible to find the kindness they once had.
Passing by Zhou Anyu's house and seeing the people coming and going at the door, Mr. Xu was curious. It was not even the full moon, so why did so many people come to give gifts?
He stopped a servant and after asking, he learned that Zhou Anyu had given up his words and said he would not hold a full moon banquet. Therefore, people who got the news hurriedly came to give gifts.
In the final analysis, they are all goods that I want to take from her.
Mr. Xu also had an idea. After returning home, he rummaged through the boxes and found his son's longevity lock. Although it had been beaten for many years, it still looked bright because it was well preserved. He found a delicate box to put it in.
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During this period, Mrs. Xu saw the door, and she curiously asked: "What are you doing with the longevity lock?"
"Gift." Thinking that the things were sent by the child's maternal family, he patiently explained to his wife the bustle in front of Zhou Anyu's door: "I will give her something and ask her later to do business with the goods. The Zhu family will be so rich.
Even if I run away from business, I will go there a few times. My son hasn’t married yet, and Cai Die will be bullied by her husband’s family if I don’t stand up.”
Seeing that the man finally wanted to do something serious, Mrs. Xu was very happy. At first she was reluctant to part with the longevity lock, but now she took the initiative to take the box and wrap it for him.
"Thank you for your hard work, sir."
The couple took a trip with the longevity lock, never thinking that the Zhu family would not help raise money... As long as such a wealthy family wants to raise money, they will definitely be able to raise it. Even if they don't sell things, they just ask people to borrow them.
I should be able to collect enough money, but at most I'll give people some interest. If the family has a big business, they won't be afraid that the Zhu family won't be able to pay it back.
Chu Yunli was about to give birth. She drank a lot of body-building medicine. Her skin was rosy and she had lost weight back to her pre-pregnancy appearance.
However, she did not go out to enjoy the breeze. She only sat in the study and said a few words to the lady who came to visit.
Master Xu was stopped outside, but he was not upset. He was still in confinement, and there were differences between men and women, so it was normal not to see him. It was strange to see him.
Looking at the lady who was invited in, Mr. Xu felt a little guilty. The mother and daughter had some trouble with her before. They were already prepared to be turned away before they came, but they got in smoothly all the way. Now,
He even called his wife in... Of course, Zhou Anyu is a generous person, which is a good thing for him.
Mrs. Xu had already thought about how to compliment people before she entered. When she looked up and saw the beautiful woman in front of her, she was stunned for a moment: "My boss is getting better so quickly?"
Chu Yunli smiled and said: "I think you are complimenting me when you say this." Then he added: "It's just that my skin color looks better. Madam is also a woman. She should know that giving birth to children is harmful to the body. I have two children at once, so I have to take care of myself."
It’s time for treatment. I didn’t plan to see Madam today, but there’s something…”
Her tone paused.
Mrs. Xu wanted to take advantage of her and immediately asked: "My boss has something to do, just give me the order."
"It's not my business, it's about you. I just don't know whether to say it or not." Chu Yunli looked at her with a smile: "Madam may be angry when she finds out."
Hearing this, Mrs. Xu's heart skipped a beat.
Could it be that the old man is flirting with women outside again, right?
Then he thought it was impossible. The master has been very busy recently to pay off his debts. He was so poor that he even sold his entourage. How could he have any money left to coax women?
"Whether it's good or bad, I don't want to be kept in the dark. Please make it clear to Mr. Zhou."
She said and curtsied.
Mrs. Xu's mood was quite complicated as she saluted a junior.
"I know Mr. Xu was robbed yesterday."
Hearing this, Mrs. Xu panicked for a moment. When doing business, no one would be willing to hand over goods to unreliable people. Her husband went to gamble, and even if he paid the debt, he could be robbed, and he would fall into the eyes of others.
, will probably feel that he can't accomplish anything.
"Are others okay?"
Mrs. Xu bravely replied: "It's okay, those people only want money."
"Mr. Xu's idea is right. People have everything in life. You can get your money back." When Chu Yunli said this, he hesitated and said: "Actually, there is no need to chase, you are all a family."
Mrs. Xu was stunned and didn't dare to think deeply about this.
Chu Yunli turned around and said: "But, it's not all a bad thing that the money was taken away. I know that Mrs. Zhu doesn't like me, so I secretly found someone to keep an eye on what's going on in the Zhu Mansion. I just heard that Mr. Zhu invited someone last night
The steward at the robber's side has paid the ransom, and your son-in-law should be back in two days."
Mrs. Xu's mind felt as if someone had hit her with a stick, and the door went blank for an instant.
Mr. Zhu had already said before that he gave up his son for his grandson, and emphasized more than once that he only collected two hundred thousand taels of silver. As a result, Mr. Zhu was robbed, and he ran to redeem his son...Zhu
No matter how wealthy the house is, it shouldn't be able to raise 500,000 taels of silver, right?
What the hell, this is making the Xu family look like fools.
After thinking about this, Mrs. Xu couldn't sit still for a moment, turned around and left. She had already reached the door, then she remembered that she hadn't left yet, so she excused herself and left in a hurry.
The maid next to Chu Yunli knew a lot of things. When she saw this, she couldn't help but ask: "What if Mr. Xu ran away in anger and told Miss Xu, and she got pregnant after knowing this?"
"What does that have to do with me?" Chu Yunli asked back: "The Xu family's own daughter and grandson don't feel sorry for themselves, so it's my turn to worry about them?"
The fact is that Mr. Xu was so angry when he learned such an inside story, he immediately wanted to tell his daughter. But as soon as he left the house, he realized what was happening, stamped his feet and cursed: "The Zhu family is trying to kill two birds with one stone!"
Mrs. Xu also reacted and covered her mouth with her hand: "After Kang Yu returns safely, there will be more children. What they want is for you to go find Cai Die. Once the children are gone, there will be no need to worry about the Xu family.
Is it right?"
Mr. Xu walked around in circles twice: "Even if you don't have this idea, nothing can happen to the child in Cai Die's belly. The most important thing now is to let them pay for my debt!"
He immediately made a trip, spent a lot of money to bribe a servant, and pretended to be pitiful, making the servant think that he was desperate and wanted to please his son-in-law and the Zhu family to borrow money, so he ran to pick him up. The servant was just responsible for going there.
Picking someone up in the countryside, I didn't know that my master had borrowed money and then found someone to rob him when he came back... Mr. Xu chanted and beat him, and after a lot of effort, he learned the time and place of Zhu Kangyu's return.
So he set up his carriage and went to pick it up himself.
Zhu Kangyu was indeed sent back as agreed, but he was beaten so badly that he couldn't even stand up. There was not a single piece of flesh on his body, and his handsome face became red, swollen, and bruised. He was really injured.