Chapter 009 Moving
Lin Zimo and Wang Pengfei sat down separately when they walked into the elegant room of Wanfu Restaurant. After Xiao Er put all the wine and dishes, he closed the door and retreated. Wang Pengfei was not used to drinking in a small wine glass, so he changed to a bowl to serve wine. Standing up, he held the bowl with both hands and sent it forward respectfully. First, he wants to thank Lin Zimo for saving his son; second, as a rude person, he has a special respect and affection for scholars.
Lin Zimo, who was not bound by feudal etiquette, got up and replaced it with him to drink. Before crossing, he was at least a man in the mall, and he was familiar with the wine table culture in his country. When he started his career as a salesman, he even practiced a pair of golden eyes. I could see that Wang Pengfei not only thanked him sincerely, but also saw that he was a straightforward man.
After the two drank three bowls in a row, Lin Zimo was calm and said with a smile, "Wang Catcher, we still sit down and talk. After all, it's tiring to stand. We know each other and will be friends in the future, so you don't have to be so polite. When we talk between friends, we don't talk about false etiquette, and it's more convenient to talk.
In Wang Pengfei's view, Lin Zimo is a figure who even the county magistrate has to give in three points. I was really moved to catch his head in a small field and get such courtesy from him. Now he is already the solution of the township examination of today's science and technology. He will take the entrance examination in Beijing in the spring of next year, and it is extremely likely that he will enter high school. As long as the official department releases him as an official, he will definitely be a county magistrate. I saw that the county magistrate was also a person who wanted to kowtow, but now I can be appreciated by Lin Zimo, a quasi-county magistrate, and feel very long-faced.
Wang Pengfei, who sat down slowly, vowed, "Since Lin Xieyuan looks up to me, Wang so much, it's better for me to obey than to respect him. In the future, as long as you need my place, just open your mouth. The villain is incompetent."
Lin Zimo saw him one by one, one by one, one by one, and one by one, knowing the strict hierarchy of feudal society. As early as these people were deeply branded in the hearts of these people. From that perspective, he feels that Wang Pengfei is a friend worth making.
Lin Zimo, who ate a few mouthfuls of vegetables, said lightly, "Brother Wang, I'm asking you about someone, but I don't know if you can hear from him?"
"That's what you said. I'm not bragging for you. On the border of Pingnan County, there are no things that Wang Pengfei doesn't know or people he doesn't know. Wang Pengfei couldn't help showing a proud smile and said, "Whether it's three or nine streams, or a peddler, I can definitely find someone for you."
Lin Zimo picked up the wine bowl and toasted him with a glass of wine. He slowly put down the empty wine bowl in his hand and said calmly, "There is a man named Jia San in the city. I don't know Brother Wang?"
"What are you looking for?" Wang Pengfei, who had a strange heart, showed a surprised expression.
"To tell the truth, Brother Wang. This has made a scene at my wedding banquet, and he has bad intentions for my concubine. Lin Zimo sighed and said slowly, "Since then, I don't know his whereabouts. Although he never came to look for trouble again, I can't help but have some worries in my heart.
With a 'bang', Wang Pengfei's right palm landed hard on the table and said, "This rabbit has eaten the bear heart and leopard. If he still dares to come to you, you just need to let me know and you will definitely take him. Relying on a little relationship with the government, this naughty is lawless, which is really hateful. However, it's strange that you can see the boy's face on weekdays. I haven't seen him in recent days.
Lin Zimo knew that Jia San had indeed disappeared. If you want to avenge the real Lin Zimo, you have to find his trace. Since this thing can't be done, I can only press it back. One thing he is going to do now really has something to do with the county government.
Lin Zimo thought for a moment and was not in a hurry. After all, the banquet has not yet entered the state. Besides, it was the first time for the two to meet, and he felt that it was not suitable to talk about this matter. Let's wait until I move to a new house and invite him to the banquet. The two exchanged cups, drank hard, and chatted some gossip between men, which pulled in the distance between the two.
After being full of wine and food, Lin Zimo, who was drunk and walking, said goodbye to Wang Pengfei. With a red face, he returned to his residence with wine hiccups along the way. At this time, Yang Mengqi and Chu Hanlu had eaten for a long time and sat in the garden talking about the girl's thoughts. Yang Mengqi, who was quick-eyed, quickly got up and quickly stepped forward to help his father-in-law. Chu Hanlu immediately came over and supported her man with her.
Lin Zimo, who was still conscious, smiled and said, "It's troublesome."
Without saying a word, they struggled to help him into the inner room and lay down. Lin Zimo, who just lay down, fell asleep in a few seconds. Yang Mengqi, who squatted down, shook his head and took off his boots and socks for him without regret. After she got up, she covered his body with a quilt. In order to make him sleep well, he pulled Chu Hanlu out.
An hour later, Lin Zimo woke up from drunkenness. Feeling dry mouth, he found it barefoot. Yang Mengqi put down the book in his hand and handed over the prepared anti-alcoholic soup to him. Lin Zimo drank it with a sour and sweet taste, which immediately made his tongue feel salivate and his mind was much more sober.
Lin Zimo, sitting on the chair, felt very satisfied. Yang Mengqi returned to the bedroom, found his socks and boots, squatted in front of him, and prepared to put them on for him. Lin Zimo, who was surprised, quickly stopped his movements and held her up with both hands.
"No, I'll just do it myself." The flattered Lin Zimo put on his boots and socks in a hurry while sighing.
Yang Mengqi standing next to him is puzzled. After all, it is normal for a woman to dress her husband. Why does my father-in-law behave abnormally? Lin Zimo's idea is completely opposite to her. As long as half of the girls in his era can be like Yang Mengqi, they are already extremely virtuous women. If they are asked to wear shoes and socks for the men they love, it is definitely a dream.
Seeing that Yang Mengqi, who was well dressed, reported one by one, "When you left home and went to bed, three groups of people came to visit."
Lin Zimo said 'Oh' and said, "Did they send something? And what other people are coming?"
Yang Mengqi showed eight white teeth and said, "My father-in-law is wise. They are all gentry in this county. On the one hand, they have sent a lot of gifts. On the other hand, I hope you can go to their respective residences for banquets. The invitations they sent were all put in the study for you. I'll get it for you."
Lin Zimo waved his hand and said, "Don't worry, let's see when you have time. We still want to move as soon as possible. I think it will be moved tomorrow.
Yang Mengqi hurriedly stopped him and said, "I'm afraid it won't work to move tomorrow. The slave family has seen the almanac. It says that it is not easy to move tomorrow. Two days later is the auspicious day for relocation.
Lin Zimo nodded his head and said in a discussative tone, "After we leave here, I plan to give this house to the Chu family. Although there are many rooms in their house, they will be crowded in the future. Do you have any ideas?"
Yang Mengqi held an empty bowl in his hand and said generously, "This kind of thing is the master, and there is no need to ask the slave."
After saying that, he turned around and went to the kitchen outside the room to wash dishes. Feeling the quiet Lin Zimo at home, he knew that Chu Hanlu must have run out to play again. Although she is his concubine, he has always regarded her as a child. Since Lin Zimo treats her as a little girl, it is her nature to be playful. He doesn't have the stereotype of not letting women show up. Yang Mengqi, who washed the dishes, returned to the inner room and made him a cup of tea.
Lin Zimo couldn't bear to be taken care of by her like this and said, "Go and look for two favorite maids so that they can do something within their ability. You don't have to do these stupid jobs in the future.
Yang Mengqi's heart was full of joy. He understood that he felt sorry for himself and walked to him and said, "It's right for the slave to serve his father-in-law. If someone else serves me, I'm afraid I won't worry about it. After the beginning of spring, my father-in-law will go to Beijing to take the exam, which will be a big expense. Even if our family is not rich, can we talk about it later?
Lin Zimo thought she would be very happy. After all, she could enjoy the treatment of stretching out her hand and opening her mouth. Her original intention came in exchange for her reluctance. He really doesn't understand what the women in the Ming Dynasty think? If this matter had been put on a modern girl, she would have been a 'husband' and a 'good husband'. He neither expressed nor objected to her suggestion. After all, everything she said was reasonable.
Lin Zimo tapped the table with his fingers and said, "After we move, it's always right to hire two mothers at home!" As for the rough work, you will still leave it to your servants in the future. It's best for you to do what's close to me. Hanlu is crazy outside all day, not a game. Since you can read and read, you should teach her well.
Yang Mengqi felt that he was reasonable. Although Chu Hanlu is just a concubine, she has always regarded her as her own sister. If she is really illiterate, she will really feel light on her face. After all, Lin Zimo deserves the name of a talented man.
Yang Mengqi also felt that he should use this method to restrain Chu Hanlu's personal behavior, so he came down with promise: "I obey the order."