When she arrived at the town, Tang Shiyue took a quick look and saw two little beggars squatting at the gate with straw ropes tied to their shoulders. She waved to them, and one of the little beggars actually recognized her and rushed over.
He smiled and said, "Tang Xiaolang is polite."
"You're polite." Tang Shiyue folded and said with a smile, "Where is your boss Han?"
"The boss is here," the little beggar said with a smile, "Young gentleman wants to find him? Shall I go and inform him?"
"No need to meet." Tang Shiyue smiled and picked up the wine jar from the car: "These two jars of wine were promised to you, Boss Han, before. They are Fushou Qingfei wine. Let him try it."
She picked up another jar alone: "This jar is to thank Boss Han for his kindness last time, but this jar is for women to drink from. Boss Han can give it to others."
The little beggar smiled and agreed. Tang Shiyue gave them each one ten copper coins as payment for running errands, and then asked them to leave.
From beginning to end, Tang Junliang didn't ask any questions, and he was polite and didn't look around.
Then the two of them arrived at the county government office. Tang Shiyue had dinner and came out after noon. When they arrived at the city gate, they saw Han Yi leaning there with his legs bent, looking like he was doing nothing.
As soon as he saw the mule cart coming, Han Yi came up to greet him and said with a smile: "Little Master, thank you for the wine!"
"You're welcome," Tang Shiyue said with a smile, "Boss Han, are you okay?"
"Everything is fine," Han Yi waved his hand: "Can you please stop talking so politely? It's awkward! I wanted to treat you to dinner, but I didn't want you to stay at the county government office until now and come out!"
"Thanks, I'll talk about it when I have time." Tang Shiyue said with a smile: "I just want to ask you something. I heard that merchants from the Western Regions sometimes pass by here. Do you know when they can come?"
"Huh?" Han Yi said, "They usually come when the weather is colder. Why are you looking for merchants from the Western Regions?"
Tang Shiyue said: "Of course I have something to do, and I want to buy something from them. Boss Han, please help me find out. Whenever you come, find someone to go to the village and tell me. I'm very grateful."
Han Yi responded lazily: "Sure."
He really liked talking to this young lady. Even though she was a young lady, she was more straightforward in doing things than her husband. Moreover, he was very natural in getting along with her. He was neither contemptuous nor afraid, and he felt comfortable talking about anything.
The two chatted for a few more words, and then they dispersed. Tang Shiyue thought about it all the way.
She only remembered it after hearing County Magistrate Lin mention it today.
Grapes can be said to be the holy fruit of winemaking. They are not used to brew wine, but to make wine.
However, the quality of local grapes is average. Good grapes come from the Western Regions, and it’s not just grapes. Watermelons are probably only available in the Western Regions at this time.
Grapes may not grow well if you change the location, but watermelons can be grown on sandy soil or anything else. If you can buy some seeds, you will be lucky next summer.
Ever since she made preserved egg jelly, she has become a little forward-looking in this regard. Some things still need to be planned in advance.
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Just when Tang Shiyue's mule cart arrived at the town, Mr. Wang gently knocked on the door next door.
The voice was soft and gentle: "Is anyone home?"
Since the last theft, Xu Zhai's old servant Wangshu has been extra careful and locked the door tightly. When someone called the door, he came out. When he saw a woman, he asked: "Who are you?"
Mrs. Wang said: "I am Tang Shirong's aunt, and I have something to do with Mr. Xu."
After all, she had worked as a maid in a wealthy family, so she had no shortage of etiquette. The old servant quickly responded: "Madam, please come in first. I'll talk to the husband."
Mrs. Wang responded and walked in, admiring the surrounding furnishings.
The old servant ran in to report. Tang Shirong's face looked a little strange at that time, and he said anxiously: "Master, I will go out and persuade my mother to go back."
Xu Wenqu was originally a sharp-tempered person who never rubbed his eyes, and he was never a pedantic scholar.
Before he got acquainted with them, he had already guessed who Mrs. Wang was, and had personally heard her weird remarks.
During these days of getting along, I had never seen Mr. Wang face to face. Even the appointment as a disciple was all arranged by Tang Shiyue. He had known that their relationship was not harmonious.
Xu Wenqu pondered for a moment and nodded.
Tang Shirong hurried out. After a while, he heard a woman's voice outside shouting loudly: "Let go! I won't leave! I see Mr. Xu has something important to do! What's the point of your repeated obstruction! Things between elders,
There is no room for you, a junior, to comment!"
The two of them seemed to be tugging at each other, and her voice became louder and louder, "You rebellious son! You are disobedient and unfilial, how can you have the nerve to read the books of sages! I'm going to ask Mr. Xu what he taught you!"
As my own mother, to accuse Tang Shirong of being disobedient and unfilial in front of my husband was simply to ruin his future.
Tang Junchen could no longer write and said angrily: "Master! I..."
"Write it for you!" Xu Wenqu said calmly: "Just calm down and learn from Yang'er!"
Tang Junchen had no choice but to grit his teeth and continue writing. Xu Wenqu waited for a while before Shi Shiran went out.
Outside, Tang Shirong had already knelt down.
In fact, this really cannot be blamed on Tang Shirong's incompetence. With the word "filial piety" attached to him, nothing he did was right.
Xu Wenqu watched with cold eyes. Mr. Wang kept shouting at the top of his lungs for a long time. He saw a person standing on the porch. He was stunned for a moment before he came back to his senses. He immediately put away his hysterical expression, gathered his hands and saluted, and said delicately: "
I’ve met Mr. Xu.”
Xu Wenqu said calmly: "There are differences between men and women, so it's inconvenient to receive her. If Madam Wang has anything to do, just tell me."
Mrs. Wang's face stiffened, and she complained in her heart that this scholar was too stupid. She was here and didn't even know how to invite someone in to take the opportunity to get close to him.
Then she took out the handkerchief, lightly touched her eyes, and said sadly: "Then I will tell you directly."
She took a step forward, raised her carefully painted face, and said matter-of-factly: "Mr. Xu, I have a cousin who wants to take your name. Just call him over when it's convenient for you."
See you?"
Tang Shirong's face turned pale, and he was so ashamed that he did not dare to raise his eyes to look at Xu Wenqu. He only said: "Auntie! Please stop talking! Stop talking..."
Mrs. Wang ignored him. She smiled at Xu Wenqu and nodded encouragingly. It was clearly written in her eyes, "I trust you, so I entrust my family to you. I'll be grateful soon!".
Xu asked the channel: "Why do you want to take my name?"
Mrs. Wang tilted her head and said in a girlish way: "He has nothing to read right now. If you live closer, it will be more convenient to go to school. Besides, you are Rong'er's teacher, so it doesn't hurt to have one more student."
"A'Niang!" Tang Shirong came over and kowtowed straightly: "A'Niang, please don't force Master!"
He kowtowed as he spoke, "Tang Shijin had a deceitful mind. He repeatedly stirred up trouble behind his back and was vicious and cold-blooded. He set up traps twice. He failed in major matters, committed theft again, and indulged in small matters. Such a person, my master is
I will never accept it. Please go back, otherwise your son will never be able to see the master..."
"Nonsense!" Ms. Wang scolded angrily and stepped on his hand: "Even you accepted it, why can't others accept it! Besides, if you are not a saint, how can you be without fault? Even the smallest mistake can be found.
Don't let me go, he is your big brother! You are so heartless and unjust, don't ever call me A Niang again!"
As soon as she raised her head, she put on a smiling face again, her eyes moving: "Isn't that right, Mr. Xu?" (To be continued)