Zhao Dachun, Guo Dazhuang, Wu Gang and others are now very respectful to Li Hui. Originally, Li Hui had a good relationship with them, especially Zhao Dachun and Guo Dazhuang. Li Hui has always been very good to them. Now this relationship has been improved to another level.
Because they saw with their own eyes how the young man of the Li family turned into a buffalo knight and reversed the situation. He killed two, wounded two with a crossbow, and captured Ma Ming alive. This act made these nursing homes fall to the ground.
, admired endlessly.
Xiaolang of the Li family is just a seventeen-year-old boy. He has no martial arts skills, but he can actually do this, which shows that he is extraordinary.
However, Li Hui did not let them publicize the matter, and all the killings and arrests were left to the nursing staff. That was because Li Hui didn't think there was anything to show off about killing people. As a man in his two lives, this was the first time.
I killed two people in a fight, and the psychological discomfort lingered. I didn't want to mention it, let alone publicize it. So I put it all on the nurses.
After chatting and joking with Zhao Dachun and the others for a while, a servant came to deliver a message, saying that Gu Qian asked Li Hui to come and speak.
Li Hui hurriedly got up and went, with some doubts in his heart. After dinner, it was Gu Qian's unshakable lunch break time. At this time, he asked himself to talk. Is there something urgent?
After entering the study room, Li Hui bowed and saluted Gu Qian, who was sitting on Shougong's chair.
Gu Qian didn't seem to be afraid of the cold at all. He was wearing a spacious satin robe with his hair loose. His face was slightly red.
Li Hui saw a small brocade box on the table and knew why Gu Qian was like this. Gu Qian had just eaten Wu Shi Powder and was in the dispersion stage. His body was generating heat at the moment. That's why he looked like this.
Li Hui had seen Gu Qian taking Wu Shi Powder more than once, so he was not surprised.
"Li Hui, come on, come on, sit down." Gu Qian looked a little excited and spoke in a loud voice.
Li Hui knew that it was the effect of the medicine. Every time after Gu Qian took it, he would sound energetic and resonant during the dispersion process. This made Li Hui a little curious for a while, could the Five Stone Powder really be a panacea? But it was just
It was just curiosity, Li Hui knew that the food was inedible.
"Thank you Dong Weng. Dong Weng called me down. What do you want me to do?" Li Hui bowed and said.
Gu Qian smiled and looked at Li Hui and said: "Li Hui, you have done a good job in handling some affairs of the South House recently. In particular, some of the improvement measures for each manor have been very effective. I have seen it all. Since
Since you diverted water from East Lake, you have done a lot for me. I am very satisfied with you and appreciate you. You are a rare talent."
Li Hui said hurriedly: "Dong Weng is so complimentary. Li Hui doesn't deserve the praise. He's just trying his best to do things for his family. It's all his duty."
Gu Qian said: "There's no need to be humble. I've been thinking about it for a long time, and I plan to discuss something with you and ask for your opinion."
Li Hui smiled and said: "Dong Weng, why are you so polite to me? If you ask Li Hui anything, I should do it myself."
Gu Qian smiled and said: "Okay, I'll tell you the truth. It's like this. After Han Yong's death, my position as the manager of South House has been vacant for many days. During this time, I have also entrusted you with some affairs.
Let’s see how good your management ability is. Facts have proved that you did not disappoint me. You act in a measured manner and have a lot of rules and ideas. I am still satisfied. So, I want you to serve as the manager of my South House. I don’t know what you think.
How about next?"
Gu Qian looked at Li Hui, waiting for the moment when Li Hui excitedly thanked him. However, Li Hui did not show any excitement and just stood quietly, frowning instead.
"Li Hui thanks Dong Weng for his respect, but Li Hui is young and lacks experience, and it is difficult to convince the public. The position of manager of the South House is too important, and I might not be able to take it on. Please ask Dong Weng to hire someone else." Li Hui said with cupped hands.
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Gu Qian said in a deep voice: "I said, you are qualified. With me supporting you, what are you worried about? Who dares to disobey you? Just don't worry. I, the manager of Nanzhai, have a monthly salary of five buckets of rice, plus firewood.
Twenty kilograms, two kilograms of sesame oil, and a monthly salary of ten thousand. My Nanzhai will also provide you with a mule and cart of clothes. This salary is very expensive. You must know that my monthly salary of Dajin County Magistrate is only five buckets of rice, and only firewood and sesame oil.
It’s just a certain amount. Isn’t this kind of treatment what you want? Isn’t this your goal so that your mother can enjoy the rest of her life without having to work hard?”
Li Hui bowed and said: "The treatment is indeed high, and it is what I dream of. However, I can't obey my orders. Could it be that Dong Weng forgot what he promised me. It will be September soon, and the Zhongzheng Review will begin. Dong Weng
Weng promised me to recommend me to participate in the Zhongzheng review in Dong Weng’s personal name. I have no choice but to miss this stewardship.”
Gu Qian looked a little excited, stood up and shouted: "Li Hui, I'm afraid you don't understand the key here. Zhongzheng review may not be the right path for you. I know you want to get ahead, but I can't
I won’t remind you again that you may not be able to take this path. The best result is to pass the Zhongzheng review and give you the opportunity to become a small official in the yamen, or to recruit for a noble family. But now I appoint you as a steward,
Isn't a generous salary the best result? Do you want to sacrifice the near and seek the distant, ignore the generous salary I give you, and work as an errand boy for others in the future, and you will not be able to eat enough?"
Li Hui stood quietly without speaking, maintaining a respectful posture.
Gu Qian stared at him for a while and said in a deep voice: "Don't think that I am going back on my promise. I am telling you the truth. I really hope that you can stay here and help me. And what I said is true.
This is the truth, and it is also the best choice for you. In fact, the voucher for participating in the Zhongzheng review has been issued, and I have obtained the voucher for you. It will start after the Double Ninth Festival. Just take a look."
Gu Qian took out a piece of yellow paper from his sleeve and handed it over. Li Hui was quite surprised when he heard this and reached out to take it. Sure enough, his name was written on it and stamped with the official seal. The content was that the book was scheduled to start on the tenth day of September.
The county government reviews, and it takes three days to review, so don’t miss it. There are also some things to pay attention to, such as the requirements for clothing and hats, the content of the assessment, etc.
"Thank you Dong Weng." Li Hui said overjoyed.
Gu Qian frowned and said coldly: "You don't need to thank me. I'll ask you one last time, would you rather give up my position as the manager of Nanzhai to participate in the Zhongzheng review? I have to seriously remind you that I am the manager of Nanzhao.
The position must be finalized as soon as possible, and it cannot be reserved for anyone. You cannot have your cake and eat it too, you can only choose one. I would like to remind you once again that the path of Zhongzheng Appraisal is not suitable for you."
Li Hui breathed a sigh of relief and said with a smile: "Dong Weng, I have already expressed my attitude and decided to participate in the Zhongzheng review. Thank you Dong Weng for your teaching, but I have told Dong Weng a long time ago that I just like to gamble. Even if
I lost the bet and accepted it."
Gu Qian pondered for a while, then sighed softly: "Well, in this case, I can't say anything else. You have high aspirations, so I can't stand in your way. I just tried my best to remind you, after all, you have done everything for me.
There are many things that I will naturally remind you of. For Lanzhi’s sake, your mother definitely doesn’t want you to make the wrong choice. Now that you have decided, you can’t blame me for not cooperating with you in the future.
Make it clear."
Li Hui knelt down after getting dressed and kowtowed to Gu Qian. He really felt that this time Gu Qian really thought about himself and reminded himself to make the right decision. There was more sincerity in this than
False words. In any case, I want to thank him for giving me the opportunity to take a gamble.
A few months ago, Li Hui might have considered the possibility of staying in the Gu family. But now, it is absolutely impossible for Li Hui to stay. Participating in the Zhongzheng review may not be the right path, but leaving the Gu family is definitely the right decision.
"Thank you to my uncle for your support and care. Li Hui will remember it in his heart and will always be grateful. But I have made a decision and will not look back." Li Hui said in a deep voice.
Gu Qian sighed and nodded slightly. He heard Li Hui change his title again. When his mother brought him to see him a few months ago, he called him 'uncle', but later he called him 'Dong Weng'.
'Yes. Today I changed it again, and the meaning is naturally different.
A few months ago, calling him granduncle was a sign of acquaintance, but now calling him granduncle was a sign of inner gratitude and closeness, which naturally had completely different meanings.
"Get up. Keep this certificate. From today on, you will take leave at home and prepare well. Since you are participating in the Zhongzheng review, you can't make a joke. There is still some use in practicing calligraphy, reading, and hugging the Buddha at the moment. The monthly money and food will still be distributed as usual.
, you don’t have to worry.”
Li Hui kowtowed again and said: "Thank you, uncle. Li Hui retires!"
Gu Qian waved his hand. Li Hui stood up, folded the voucher carefully and put it in his arms, turned around and left quickly.
Gu Qian sat on the chair and looked at Li Hui's retreating back. He felt an indescribable feeling in his heart. He really wanted to keep this young man by his side to help him. In the past few months, he had completely changed his view of Li Hui.
This young man is brave, knowledgeable and strategic. If he stays by his side, he will be a good helper for him.
However, he chose a path full of uncertainty and gave it a try. This made Gu Qian a little confused, but also a little admired, and even a little envious.
It's great to be young, and you can make any risky choices you want, even though this choice may seem unwise to others. However, this courage and attitude are enviable. Maybe all he needs is the tempering of reality, etc.
He understands the difficulties and dangers in this world, and maybe he will turn back.