The door of Zhuo Mansion, which had been closed for half a year, creaked open. Several guests who were sitting in the Cuixiang Building opposite, eating wine, turned around one after another. Since Cuixiang Building opened here, the door of Zhuo Mansion has opened.
It was closed, and even if the prefect came, he had to go through the back door. Suddenly it was opened, leaving these diners confused.
Zhuo Wenjun wiped his hands on his apron and called Dong Qian quickly: "Sister, go to the barracks immediately and ask my husband to come back. My father is coming!"
Dong Qian was so smart. She knew something big was going on as soon as she saw this posture. She agreed, turned around and walked out the door.
Zhuo Wangsun shook his robe, raised his legs and walked out of the house. He first looked left and right at the servants standing on both sides of the door, curled his lips, and walked onto the road in front of the house. Without stopping, he crossed the road and ran straight to the opposite side.
Cuixianglou. He was just a person, not wearing any particularly formal clothes, with a good face, and a faint smile, greeting the stunned diners.
"Father, you are here!" Zhuo Wenjun came over quickly and bowed down.
Zhuo Wangsun grabbed his daughter. For half a year, Zhuo Wenjun has been staying in this wine shop. No matter it is windy or rainy, she has been taking care of this wine shop conscientiously. Everyone in the whole alley knows this second lady of Zhuo Mansion.
, they will come here to sit no matter what they have to do, even if they want to buy the cheapest water and wine for a dime, Zhuo Wenjun will always greet them with a smile.
In half a year, Zhuo Wenjun has already transformed from a rich girl who never touched water to a weather-beaten and wonderful person. Although her appearance is still pretty, her skin is still supple, and her smile is still bright, but she still has to work hard all year round.
Some clues can still be seen, and a lot of the calluses in his hands have been worn away.
Zhuo Wangsun was a little moved and touched his daughter's face: "You have lost weight!"
Zhuo Wenjun smiled slightly: "Father, don't be too tired. You are getting old. It is not good for your health to work so hard anymore. If you have anything to do in the future, I will leave it to my younger brother. If you can come and sit here in your spare time, I will prepare some food and drinks for my father."
good!"
Zhuo Wangsun nodded: "Okay, my daughter is better!"
An elderly man next to him came over with a bowl of water and wine, and handed it to Zhuo Wangsun with a smile: "Shopkeeper Zhuo, the second lady has taken good care of us in the past six months. She often comes here and looks at me.
It’s not easy for this child. The fact that Shopkeeper Zhuo is here this time means that he has forgiven the second young lady. There is no deep hatred between father and daughter. They will still be a family from now on. Come, I’ll give Shopkeeper Zhuo a drink and wish Shopkeeper Zhuo family harmony!”
Zhuo Wangsun took the water and wine with a smile, no matter whether it was good or bad, he raised his neck and drank without leaving a drop: "Thank you, old man, Zhuo Wangsun took note of it!"
The people in the wine shop applauded one after another. Filial piety is respected in the world, let alone a family of merchants. Even His Majesty the Emperor also values filial piety. Otherwise, the Empress Dowager and the Empress Dowager would not dare to blatantly control the government, because Her Majesty is the Empress Dowager's wife.
In terms of filial piety, the grandson is two generations older than the emperor. Even if you are the emperor and the emperor of the world, you have to kowtow and kneel when you see the emperor and the queen.
There was no warning about the sudden reconciliation between Zhuo Wangsun and Zhuo Wenjun. Others may think that there were countless confrontations and negotiations between them, but the housekeeper of the Zhuo Mansion understood that this matter was entirely the whim of Zhuo Wangsun.
Hiding in the gate of Zhuo's house, the housekeeper looked at the wine shop across the street, quite confused. He couldn't understand what was going on with Zhuo Wangsun? He was the one who wanted to close the door half a year ago, and he was almost angry to death. Half a year later, he was the one who wanted to close the door.
He was the one who opened the door. It was as if the whole thing had never happened. The door of the Zhuo family had never been closed, and the second daughter of the Zhuo family married Sima Xiangru, who opened a wine shop across the street.
A fast horse rushed over in a hurry, with a long pace and running very fast. Sima Xiangru was sweating all over. He couldn't figure out what Zhuo Wangsun was doing. It made no sense to suddenly reconcile with his daughter. Continue
After hearing the news about Dong Qian, Sima Xiangru came on horseback. When he came, he thought about it all the way, but to no avail. He didn't know what Zhuo Wangsun was going to do.
After walking into the door, those who were sitting in the wine shop and drinking quickly got up, and Sima Xiangru returned the courtesy and thanked him. Hearing the movement outside, Zhuo Wenjun came out from the inside. Sima Xiangru confessed to everyone and walked towards Zhuo Wenjun.
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Standing at the door of the inner room, Sima Xiangru straightened his clothes. The new son-in-law couldn't help but feel nervous when he saw his father-in-law.
Zhuo Wangsun was sitting at the table eating wine. There were two wine glasses on the table, facing each other. They were obviously reserved for Sima Xiangru.
After glancing at Sima Xiangru, Zhuo Wangsun nodded: "Sit down!"
"Thank you, father-in-law!"
Zhuo Wangsun took a deep breath: "Okay, since you called me that, I admit it. From now on, we are a family. Sit down!"
Sima Xiangru thanked him again and sat politely opposite Zhuo Wangsun. Neither Weng nor son-in-law spoke. Zhuo Wenjun filled Sima Xiangru's wine glass with wine and gave Sima Xiangru a wink. Sima Xiangru hurriedly
He picked up the wine glass: "Father-in-law, my son-in-law would like to give you a drink. Thank you for forgiving me for my recklessness. I promise that I will be devoted to Wenjun from now on and will never let you down!"
Zhuo Wangsun glanced at Zhuo Wenjun and smiled: "It's not easy for you two to reach this point. You can do such tricks. I believe you treat each other sincerely. This daughter is my most beloved. Tomorrow I will
I will prepare a dowry and send my daughter to your home in a graceful manner. Are you still staying in the Su family temporarily?"
Sima Xiangru was overjoyed and nodded quickly.
Zhuo Wangsun shook his head: "Why do you say that my Zhuo family is also a wealthy family in Shu County? How can I leave my daughter and son-in-law under someone else's care? I also have a house in the West City, so I will give it to you as a gift. Now you are also a member of the school captain's mansion."
Now that you are talking about Cao, you should also have your own home."
"Thank you, father-in-law!"
Zhuo Wangsun waved his hand: "Su Ren's talent is obvious to all, not to mention his future achievements. I heard that Su Ren told you that one day he would like you to be granted the title of Marquis and the Prime Minister. Although you cannot really worship the Prime Minister, it is still possible to be granted the title of Marquis.
Yes, maybe at that time, I may go to you and join you!"
"Father-in-law is serious!"
Zhuo Wangsun smiled: "I can clearly see your talent. My daughter should have no worries about food and clothing if she stays with you for the rest of her life. Since I have agreed to this matter, there is no need to open the Cuixiang Tower again. Since Su Ren
Can you leave the property given to you to me to take care of? I guarantee it will not be worse than you are now!"
Sima Xiangru hesitated a little and turned to look at Zhuo Wenjun.
Zhuo Wangsun laughed and said: "Don't worry, I won't take your property. Whenever you want it, I will return it with both hands. Hey! After these things, I can see clearly that I will lose in this contest with Su Ren."
I am sincerely convinced, and from now on I will count on my good son-in-law to support my Zhuo family with Su Ren, and my Zhuo family’s future business will also rely on my good son-in-law."
"Father-in-law, what do you mean..."
"Haha!" Zhuo Wangsun chuckled: "What do you think?"
Sitting face to face with Zhuo Wangsun, one talked and the other listened. Sima Xiangru was like a primary school student, listening to Zhuo Wangsun talking endlessly, analyzing the things between him, Su Ren, and Zhuo Wenjun. What Zhuo Wangsun said was all
The good words can also be said to be all flattering words. Yesterday, Zhuo Wangsun, who was still shouting to be beaten and killed, surrendered in this way so easily today. Not to mention that Sima Xiangru did not expect it, even Su Ren found it incredible.
It was already night when Sima Xiangru returned to the military camp. He had not yet woken up from the shock that Zhuo Wangsun had brought to him, and he had not yet accepted Zhuo Wangsun's sudden departure. He said with some hesitation: "Colonel Lieutenant, you
What do you think Zhuo Wangsun means? Do you really admit defeat or do you have other plans?"
Cui Jiuming chuckled: "What other plans can he have? The Zhuo family's industry has reached the edge of collapse under our suppression. I think he can't support it anymore. There is no other way except to admit defeat."
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"But this is too quick to admit defeat!" Huo Laosi still had doubts.
Cui Jiuming said: "This is what makes Zhuo Wangsun so good. When he confronts us, he will show no mercy. If he wants to let go, he will be quick and decisive. This is a qualified businessman. Mother-in-law and mother-in-law can only achieve great things."
"I still think there is something wrong with it. Although the Zhuo family was passive from the beginning, it was not broken. It is impossible for them to give up so easily!"
"Nothing is impossible. That's how merchants do things. As long as they feel that they can't support it, they will let go immediately. They will never be as stubborn as Meng Ji. Meng Ji's approach is stupid. Zhuo Wangsun is a good merchant."
After arguing for a few words, everyone looked at Su Ren, waiting for Su Ren to make the final conclusion. Su Ren lived up to expectations and touched his nose: "Whether it's true or not, it's still a good start, Lao Cui tomorrow
Let’s go and get in touch with Zhuo Wangsun. If he is willing to join our Sichuan Chamber of Commerce, we can handle it even if he has any other options. If he has any concerns, he will naturally pretend to surrender!"
"Okay, this is good!" Huo Laosi hurriedly agreed: "Whether it is true or false, you will know by trying it first."
Cui Jiuming nodded: "Okay, I will go tomorrow."
Su Ren made a summary, and Sima Xiangru thought for a while and said: "If my father-in-law is fake, how are you going to deal with it, sir?"
Su Ren glanced at Sima Xiangru and laughed: "I have just changed my name to father-in-law this afternoon. It seems that Zhuo Wangsun's cruel trick has been completely successful on you. As long as you are sure that he is fake, then don't blame me for doing it.
Being ruthless will definitely make him join the Sichuan Chamber of Commerce obediently!"
Cui Jiuming also glanced at Sima Xiangru: "Don't worry, Mr. Sima, I won't push your father-in-law too much. As long as he is willing, I won't embarrass him."
Sima Xiangru nodded: "Here is the shopkeeper Lao Cui!"
"Okay!" Su Ren waved his hand: "Let's leave it like this for now. Tomorrow will be the beginning of the bandit suppression in Shu County. According to the bandit distribution map obtained by Li Sima, I will choose Heifengkou for the first battle. Xiong in Heifengkou
Baisui is the biggest group of bandits near Chengdu. As long as he is eliminated, even if the reputation of our county soldiers is established, other cottages will surrender, saving us the opportunity to eliminate them one by one. I leave the family affairs to you, no matter what happens.
No matter what happens, the Chamber of Commerce and the county soldiers cannot have any problems!" (To be continued)
