Cheng Xue walked up and down the inn three times. In addition to being heartbroken, she also had a headache.
Ever since they changed their route, they would basically encounter problems every time they arrived at a station, but the lack of firewood was beyond her knowledge. After all, as long as they worked more diligently, there would be no shortage of firewood at all. Besides, the house here was nothing but frost.
Gray, obviously no one has lived there for a long time.
If she wanted to live in someone, it would take an hour to clean it out at the earliest. She also found that apart from them, the only living thing breathing in the whole inn was the inn Cheng who was being questioned in the lobby. Even the mice had to cry when they came here, and there was no one in the kitchen.
There is no food. I really don’t know how Yi Cheng lives on weekdays.
Soon, Tiandong and Dexi came back with firewood and two barrels of kerosene. The stove had not been lit for a long time and it was impossible to light it with birch bark alone.
Kerosene is also called stone paint and stone grease, which is the petroleum used in modern times.
At this time, there was no distinction between masters and servants, everyone started working together, those who burned the kang, those who lit the stove, and those who went to the backyard to light the chimney.
After finishing my busy work, although the temperature in the room did not rise, it was no longer as freezing as before.
Bai Wei and Bai Shu also rushed to clean out a room. Bai Shao came over and invited Cheng Xue, mother and son to come over.
In the house, a charcoal pot is placed next to the kang, and tea sets are placed on the kang table. The kang is covered with thick soft cushions, and it is just right to sit on it and cover it with a felt.
After carrying Li Huai and Li Tian onto the kang, Cheng Xue asked:
"Master, are there any charcoal pots over there? Don't let them freeze."
"Don't worry, madam. The master sent it first, and the slave also made tea." Bai Shao replied, "Madam, miss, and the young masters, please have some snacks first. Dinner will have to wait for a while."
Cheng Xue nodded when she heard this, thought for a moment and then said:
"Cook more dinner and bring Yi Cheng's out."
"Yes." Bai Shao saluted again, bowed and stepped back.
When the door closed, Li Huaixing rushed inside to clear the warm place where he had just been sitting -
"Mom, come and sit down soon. It's very warm."
The enthusiasm of children is so straightforward.
Cheng Xue swept away the gloominess just now, took off her shoes with a smile and got on the kang, took the blanket from Li Tian, and drank the tea pushed by Li Yue, feeling warm in her heart. As for Li Heng and Yan Yixin, they lit the stove and went to the stable to help.
, haven’t entered the house yet.
Seeing that Li Huai's eyes were straight, Cheng Xue held him in her arms and patted him gently. Li Tian got up and walked to the kang. Seeing that it was already warm, he directly put the bedding away. Don't look at the fact that she usually scolded Li Huai.
, to say you care, you don’t need Li Yuesao.
Not long after, the little guy fell asleep. After settling down, Cheng Xue lowered her voice and said:
"You two sisters sit down for now, while Mom goes to the front and takes a look."
"I'll go with my mother."
"No, you and your sister sit in the house. Don't catch a cold, we have to be on our way."
Li Yue nodded obediently, stopped showing off, and sat with Li Tian holding the candle.
Because of their arrival, several rooms in the inn were illuminated, the kitchen was filled with smoke, and the smell of fireworks was everywhere.
Seeing that the lobby door was still closed, Cheng Xue turned to the stables. Li Heng and Yan Yixin were fighting with Dexi and the others. She stood aside and watched quietly, with the corners of her mouth rising uncontrollably.
I still remember what Li Heng looked like when she first came here. Looking back now, I feel really happy. She is capable of literary and military skills and is handsome. If she joins the military camp and makes achievements in the future, she will be worthy of the ancestors of the Li family.
Just as she was thinking about it, a crisp sound interrupted her thoughts.
"Young master, don't worry. You are already very good with this dagger. At your age, my subordinates have no such accomplishments at all."
Li Heng listened to Dexi's comforting words and shook his head with a chuckle. He was not Li Huai, and he could not find Bei even after a few compliments. He caught a glimpse of his mother from the corner of his eye, running over in a few steps, and there was still a little sweat on the tip of his nose.
"Why did you come here? Is it cold?"
Cheng Xue shook her head, took out a handkerchief and wiped it for him, saying:
"I just came out after drinking hot tea. It's not cold. Go back to the house with Brother Xin to wash up and change clothes. It's time to eat later."
"Yes, I understand." Li Heng responded politely and left with Yan Yixin.
Dexi came over, bowed his hands and said:
"Madam, the eldest young master is very talented in martial arts, but the younger cousin is a little less talented."
Cheng Xue nodded when she heard the words, understanding what he meant.
"Young master Biao will take the scientific examination in the future. As for the eldest young master, you have to train hard. He wants to join the army, so you can't let him go. Train him hard now so that he won't have to bleed when he goes to the battlefield in the future. There is also gastrodia, he will definitely follow the generals
With the young master, you have to worry too."
"Yes, I understand."
"How busy is it here? Are there any hidden dangers? You have been here for a while. You were busy traveling and doing errands in the village, so I didn't have time to ask. Is there anything at home that you think is unreasonable or uncomfortable? Just say it,
Let’s correct it together.”
"No madam, everything is fine." Wen Xi came over and responded.
Dexi also nodded. He had a brighter personality and would say whatever he wanted.
"Madam, you are worrying too much. I am living a good life here. I have enough food and clothing, and there is no discomfort. If there is any discomfort, it is to practice with the young masters. After all, this scale is difficult to control. Especially for children.
Master..."
"What's wrong, young master? Please shut up." Wen Xi interrupted Dexi with a click of his tongue.
When Cheng Xue saw this, she chuckled "Pfft--".
"You don't have to be so reserved. Just say whatever you want. Si Dan is still young, and if he acts like a spoiled brat occasionally, you two will let the eldest young master handle it. The young master in our family is afraid of his eldest brother and second sister. This is all within your control.
The person to scare the young master. Whatever you need, go to Tiandong and Bai Shao, and their brothers and sisters will buy everything for you."
"Madam, you are serious, we really don't lack daily necessities." Wen Xi emphasized.
Dexi also nodded hastily, fearing that Cheng Xue would misunderstand.
"Madam, we really don't have any shortage of clothes, shoes and socks. As for the young master... I feel that the master's requirements are too strict. The child is still young. He will wait for a few years to practice martial arts. There is no need to follow Yin Zheng.
"
Seeing that Dexi ignored Wenxi's wink, Cheng Xue felt satisfied and raised the corner of her mouth.
"Okay, I'll take note of what you said, and I'll discuss it with the master later in the evening. How about Chen Chu asking him to get up and walk with you? I won't practice too much, just a stick of incense."
"Okay, okay, madam, just don't blame your subordinates for being troublesome."
Cheng Xue waved her hands with a smile, glanced at Wen Xi, and said:
"As long as you make this place your home, even though I can't return your deeds, I will help you organize things that ordinary people can do. It's okay to start a family, have a wife and have children, as long as you make this your home."
After saying that, he ignored the two people's reactions and turned around and went straight to the front yard.
Dexi blinked and curled his lips, then looked at Wenxi in confusion and said:
"Have you misunderstood, madam? We have never thought about marrying a wife!"
Wen Xi rolled his eyes in disgust——
"That's right, I'll let you be so stupid. I'll send a letter to Langshou later, saying that you, Sifan, are going to break the precepts."