Old things in Nancheng

It has been several months since Wang Cheng became the porter of Wang's other courtyard. The last time Mrs. Lin sent out several thieves and tricksters in the house, he took over as the porter.

Those who work as concierges, sent to greet them, can be rich or poor, depending on whether the host's family is decent.The concierge of Wang's other courtyard is very quiet, because the officials are not at home, and the wife can't meet with foreigners at will. For ten days and a half months, no outsiders come to the door. At most, a few shopkeepers come to check with the lady.

Such an errand can easily lead to burnout, no motivation for income, and nothing to do. It is no wonder that the concierge at the front is using his brains.But Wang Cheng didn't dare. He is a very responsible person, not very courageous, but not lacking in insight. He has seen Miss Lin's methods and knows that this mistress is not easy to fool.

At the beginning of Maoshi, Wang Cheng went to work on time, opened a small corner door, moved a small stool and sat by the door to watch the sunrise.

At this time, the other courtyard also began to come alive.Those who carry water and cook, those who sweep the yard, those who clean tables and chairs, those who tend flowers and plants, and a group of women who are in charge have breakfast early, gather at the flower hall of the second gate at three o'clock, chatting and laughing while waiting for Mrs. Lin.

It was very hot in midsummer, and there was no air conditioner. Lin Zhilan was so hot that she didn't sleep well all night, but she was about to assign work to the housekeepers, so she could only get up sleepily with panda eyes on her face.

Mrs. Zhang led Caiyue Bixia into the inner room. Seeing Lin Zhilan's complexion was not good, she said gently, "My lady, didn't you sleep well last night?"

"I can't sleep, I'm flustered, and I always feel that something will happen." Lin Zhilan covered her face with a cool cotton cloth, trying to clear her chaotic mind.

"Lady, don't worry, there will always be a tall man who will take care of big things." Mrs. Zhang persuaded.

"What about our family? Which one is taller?" Lin Zhilan asked lightly.

Mrs. Zhang was at a loss for words for a while, she knew that Lin Zhilan's body was healed, but her heart disease had not been healed, according to what Lin Zhilan said before, she would see people and corpses in life, and if she could not see Wang Zimo, Lin Zhilan's heart disease would never heal.

Caiyue once secretly told Mrs. Zhang that Lin Zhilan hid herself and cried when everyone was quiet. Facing the hostess who pretended to be strong during the day, Mrs. Zhang told her eldest son Zhang Fang from time to time that she had a thousand years of karma. Mrs. Zhang will help with the matter, and let Zhang Fang pay close attention to the business outside, so as not to let someone who is interested take advantage of the loopholes.

"In our family, the tall one is naturally the young master. My family counts the days, the young master will come back soon." Mrs. Zhang comforted.

Lin Zhilan had heard such words a lot. Although she knew that the more she dragged on, the hope would be slimmer, but she still believed in such clumsy consolation willfully. Every day when she got up, she would cheer herself up and hypnotize herself.

After washing up, Lin Zhilan had no appetite, so she went directly to the flower hall without breakfast. The housekeepers respectfully lowered their hands and said "Wan An", and waited quietly for Lin Zhilan to assign tasks.

A concierge like Wang Cheng doesn't know about the inner house. He just looks at the cloudless sky and waits for the sunrise.

The quiet path was suddenly interrupted by the sound of hurried footsteps. Wang Cheng looked over sensitively, but saw a young man approaching. When he walked closer, he found that this man looked familiar, but he thought about it for a long time. Can't think of who this person is.

"Little brother Wang Cheng, hurry up and find the butler!" The visitor hurried on his way, his face was reddish and his head was covered with sweat, but he couldn't care less about it.

"You? You are brother Wang Bin?! Didn't you go to Xiangyang with Mr. Xing?" Wang Cheng was shocked and hurriedly led Wang Bin into the door.

"I was ordered by my young master to send a letter back from home. You should report it quickly, so you don't miss a big deal." Wang Bin took the water from Wang Cheng and drank it in one gulp.

"Brother, wait here a moment, I'll go right away."

Wang Cheng ran to the housekeeper's courtyard, but the housekeeper also went to the flower hall today. Wang Cheng slapped his thigh and ran to the second gate, but was stopped by the woman in charge of the second gate.

"You kid, do you understand the rules? You can enter this inner courtyard!" the old woman cursed.

Wang Cheng used to be most afraid of these women, but this time he was justified and said loudly: "The official sent someone to send a letter from home. If you stop me, look back and see how the lady will deal with you!"

"Young master? Our young master?!" The mother-in-law was shocked when she heard this.

In the other courtyard of the Wang family, the person from Xingyuan Mansion is called Prince Mo, and the other servants are called officials, but we all know these two names, and we will never mistake them.

"Exactly, oh my aunt, report it to the inside, if you delay, you and I will not be offended."

Wang Cheng was so anxious that he regretted not asking whether the official was dead or alive just now, and he brought back the family letter, maybe it was alive, maybe it was his last words, who can say for sure.

The mother-in-law's face became tense "shua", and she couldn't care about anything, she turned and ran towards the flower hall.

"I'm here today. If you have anything to do, tell Granny Zhang." Lin Zhilan said lightly.

"Yes." A group of women blessed themselves.

At this time, the woman from the second door suddenly broke into the flower hall, and Mrs. Zhang frowned when she saw it. This woman also came from Xingyuan Mansion. exit.

"My lady, it's a big deal, a big deal!"

"What do you want to do? Report to me if you have something to do." The housekeeper said displeased.

"My lady, the young master has sent someone to send a letter home! My lady is overjoyed!"

The woman spoke incoherently, and she seemed to be looking forward to Prince Mo's return more than Lin Zhilan. This wish was not the common wish of the people in Xingyuan Mansion.They have no root or foundation in Yanguan County, and only Wang Zimo can rely on them. If Wang Zimo doesn't come back, their status in the Wang family will be embarrassing.

Lin Zhilan, who was originally tired, stood up in shock after hearing this, and everyone in the flower hall was extremely surprised.The flames of war raged all over the sky, and they lost contact for a long time, and no one reported their hopes, but they never expected that Wang Zimo would actually send news.

"Hurry up and pass it on!" Seeing that Lin Zhilan was stunned, Mrs. Zhang had no choice but to remind her.

The other courtyard is a bit big, although all the people who announce the letter are running, but it still takes some time to go back and forth.After the shock in the flower hall, the conversation became louder and louder, while Lin Zhilan stood there blankly, staring blankly at the door, the handkerchief in her hand was tightly pinched, and the lotus flower on it was out of shape.

Finally, amidst the longing and anticipation, Wang Bin walked in, and there was a sudden silence in the flower hall, so quiet that you could hear a needle drop.Wang Bin is Wang Qinian's man, with good manners, he stood far away and bowed, bowed his head and said: "Lady, I sent you a letter."

At this moment, Lin Zhilan had come to her senses, and was supported by Mrs. Zhang to sit on the main seat. Seeing Wang Bin's calm expression, her heart calmed down, and said politely: "You have worked hard, let's stay here first." , I’ll ask you something after I read the letter.”

"Yes."

Mrs. Zhang took the letter and handed it to Lin Zhilan. In the anticipation of everyone, Lin Zhilan opened the letter. Seeing the first sentence, Lin Zhilan's tears that she had endured for a long time just flowed out quietly.

"My wife is like seeing her face to face..."

It’s still the same sentence. It was originally a common phrase in letters, but time has passed. When I see such familiar words again, my thoughts are surging, “It’s like seeing you face to face.” A word, how can it be compared with a living person.

It is still a gentle language, with a little nostalgia, deep miss, and the hot tears were wiped away in time, I am afraid that the tears will fall on the paper and miss every word.

Over and over again, Lin Zhilan looked and looked. Although the people in the flower hall were anxious, no one dared to disturb Lin Zhilan. She was crying and laughing. She was no longer the thoughtful and tough strong woman in the past. An out-and-out little woman, a little woman looking forward to her husband's return.

The housekeeper saw that this was not a problem, so he gave Mrs. Zhang a look. Mrs. Zhang nodded, and gently moved to Lin Zhilan's side, asking, "My lady, how are you?"

Lin Zhilan smiled with tears in her eyes like a child: "Grandma, she is alive, and she will be back soon. Granny, she didn't lie to me, she said she would come back, she really didn't lie to me."

As soon as the words were finished, Lin Zhilan hugged Mrs. Zhang and burst into tears. She couldn't care about the matriarch's dignity anymore. When Wang Zimo came back, her sky would be supported. Someone sheltered her from the wind and rain.

Mrs. Zhang asked all the people to retreat first. Lin Zhilan's appearance is better not to be seen by others. The housekeeper is also very sensible. When he went outside, he issued a gag order. No matter who spreads the news about Lin Zhilan's gaffe today, he will be expelled immediately if he finds out .

Lin Zhilan's venting was very thorough, her heart was too serious, and she needed a lot of tears to wash it away, and Yan'er, who got the news, rushed over and cried with Lin Zhilan in her arms, stirring up the tears that Lin Zhilan had so hard to hold back.Bao'er, who was on the side, saw her mother and aunt crying like this, and also started to cry.

All of a sudden, in the flower hall, the three mothers cried into tears, and those who didn't know anything outside thought that the family was dead.Mrs. Zhang was extremely relieved. She was the one who saw how Lin Zhilan went through the most difficult days with her own eyes. She understood Lin Zhilan's thoughts best. Moreover, Wang Zimo was coming back, and her old man was coming back. When the family reunited, how could Does not teach people to be happy.

Crying hurts her body for a long time. In the hot weather, Mrs. Zhang was afraid that the three of them would not be able to bear it. Seeing that it was almost over, she persuaded: "Lady, it is a great joy for the young master to come back. Why are you crying? Look, the young lady is crying so hard that she can't breathe. angry."

With red eyes, Lin Zhilan held Bao'er tightly in her arms, and murmured: "Bao'er, your father is coming back, are you happy?"

"father?"

A soft and crisp grandma's voice shocked Lin Zhilan and the others, and they started talking, did they just start talking? !

"Bao'er, call again, Dad." Lin Zhilan confirmed in disbelief.

"father."

"Congratulations lady, the official is back, and the young lady has spoken. Who would have thought that the young lady would be so smart, she would call 'Dad' as soon as she opened her mouth. I think the young lady also misses the official!" Caiyue said, If auspicious words are opened, there will be a car.

"I've lived most of my life, and this is the first time I've seen such a rare thing. Our little lady is probably kissing my young master." Mrs. Zhang said with emotion.

"Bao'er, call 'Mother'." Lin Zhilan said expectantly.

But Bao'er was very shameless, she twisted her chubby hands and lowered her head, so angry that Lin Zhilan pinched her face and said: "Little heartless, whoever gave birth to you and whoever nursed you, people say that whoever has milk is a mother, you Why is it the other way around, you still remember your father."

"father!"

Lin Zhilan was completely defeated, and Yan'er, who didn't believe in evil, asked Bao'er to call her "aunt", but Bao'er still ignored her.

After crying, she washed up and put on her makeup. Lin Zhilan sent Wang Bin in to tell him about Xiangyang.

"The little one and Mr. Xing arrived in Xiangyang, and met the young master in Xiangyang city. At that time, the golden soldiers had already lined up outside Xiangyang city, and the situation was quite tense, so the young master couldn't take people out of the city for a while, so he asked the young one to send a letter back. Tell the lady to rest assured." These words were obviously taught by Wang Zimo, to prevent Wang Bin from saying bad things.

Lin Zhilan felt weird when she heard this, why could the messenger leave the city but Wang Zimo couldn't?This is wrong.

"The young one arrived in Yangzhou by fast boat. The canal was sealed off by the government because the official family went south, and only a few official ships could pass through. The young one stayed in Yangzhou for about half a month before it was unblocked and set off. I just arrived at the pier last night. Unfortunately, the gate of the city was closed, so I had to spend the night on the boat, waiting at the gate of the city early in the morning, and when the gate opened, the younger ones came here."

"Thank you for your hard work on this journey. How is the situation in Xiangyang? How is your young master?"

"Xiangyang is not very good. General Yue has fought several battles with the Jin soldiers, but he hasn't used them much yet, but the Jin soldiers from Xingyuan Mansion have already gone down the south of the Yangtze River. When the attack comes from the northwest, Xiangyang may be in trouble."

"The young master asked the young one to tell the lady that everything is fine with the young master. When the situation eases up, he will set off to return home."

"That means there is no fixed return date?" Lin Zhilan was a little dissatisfied with this statement.

"I didn't say anything, I thought I told my wife in the letter." Seeing Lin Zhilan's expression turned from joy to anger, Wang Bin hurriedly said, "But counting the days, at most half a month, I will definitely be able to come back."

It's hard to say that a servant is not Lin Zhilan's style. Although I know what Wang Bin said is watery, but it must be Wang Zimo's order. It's just not to say some bad things to make myself worry. This feeling is sweet. sour.

"I know you haven't told me some things, and I won't make things difficult for you. You go down to eat first, then go to the cashier to pay ten taels of silver, and then go back to Wangjiazhuang and tell the news to the second master. Don't let the old man worry about it."

"Yes, Miss Xie."

Wang Bin left, but the peaceful Wang's other courtyard became lively.