He Shen

Shanbao did not expect such a big change in his life immediately.

He wanted to use Fang Bao's hand to take back part of the original family property by taking advantage of his current poor health to act out the drama of supporting Gu, relying on Ama's legacy.

The stepmother, Suo Chuoluo's family still has some influence, otherwise they would not be able to pocket all the property of Shanbao's family.

What surprised Shanbao was Fang Bao's kindness, food, supplies, and money. Although not much, it could solve urgent needs.

100 taels of silver may be nothing more than fingernails in a powerful family, but now, it can really save the lives of these two brothers.

Fubao immediately tried to make up for Shanbao. Shanbao almost shed tears when he saw the snow-white rice.The most important thing was that when he was almost in good health, Fang Bao took him to the patriarch's mansion to pay his respects.

The head of the clan, Niu Hulu's family, Guozhong, is nearly seventy years old. The Zuo servant of the official household department, the first-class uncle, listened to Fang Bao's words, half-closed his old eyes, stroked the jasper finger on the right thumb with his left hand, and walked slowly. "Well, the son of Chang Bao's family is called Shan Bao, right?"

"Uncle, do you still remember him?" Fang Bao felt that there was something to be said for it, and happily winked at Shanbao.

Shanbao hastily greeted you again.

Guozhong nodded slowly, pulled up the two skins around his mouth, showing a bit of a smile, "I heard from Mr. Xian'an Palace that Shanbao, um, reads well," he said, looking at him. Wearing a long blue cloth gown, Shanbao, who is as handsome as bamboo, nodded again, "He is also handsome and clever."

"The compliments for not daring to be the great grandfather are all the teachings of my late father." Shanbao said respectfully. Not without friendship.Therefore, Shanbao carried out Changbao without a trace.

Guozhong said unhurriedly, "He is a self-motivated kid, but it's a pity that Chang Bao left early."

"Who says it's not? If my eldest brother hadn't gone early, the two children wouldn't have been able to endure this kind of hardship..."

Guozhong stroked his gray beard, took a cup of tea and drank slowly, "This is a matter within our clan. Since I am the patriarch, I have no reason to do nothing, but how to deal with it has to be kind." Bao has the final say." With his eyelids lifted slowly, Guozhong looked at Shanbao, his muddy eyes sharpened for a moment.

Shanbao's heart tightened, and he lowered his hands and said in a respectful voice, "My grandson has been studying in Xian'an Palace since he was five years old. It has been six years now. He can recognize a few words, and he has also read the saint's words and righteousness. Women have three obediences and four virtues. When married, obey the husband, and when the husband dies, obey the son. Although Erniang is a stepwife, she is also our brother's aunt. Ama passed away, and our brothers are all there, so there is no reason for Erniang to live in her mother's house. However, Erniang may be For some reason, the grandson went to invite her again and again, but the second mother was not allowed to come. The grandson thought...there are also uncles, grandpas and other elders over there. I want to trouble grandpa and uncle, and I want to ask for an idea."

This sounded pleasing to the ears, Guozhong remained silent, but his smile deepened.

Shanbao lowered his head halfway, and stood respectfully under Fang Bao's head. In modern society, it is polite to stare at people's eyes when speaking, but it was not the case in ancient times.

Different from Fang Bao's eagerness, Shanbao only puts his heart in his stomach. He is not the only way, but this way is the most correct and natural way. As long as the woman returns home, he is sure to take those from his Ama's home. Do the same thing and get it back in your hand.

Guozhong didn't speak for a long time, Fang Bao couldn't hold back, "Uncle..."

"Well," Guozhong waved his hands, looked at Shanbao and said, "My family, you are polite, but you don't have to be cautious, Shanbao, sit down and talk."

He has passed the age of ear obedience, and he has seen everything that should be read and seen. He has lost the impetuousness and aggressiveness of his youth, and his whole person has become more calm and open-minded.

His official rank is almost like this. As the patriarch, he needs to create opportunities for the young people in his family and clan.He is well aware of the depravity and corruption of the Eight Banners now, and he naturally understands how rare it is for a motivated child like Shanbao.

Do not bully young people to be poor.

30 years in Hedong, 30 years in Hexi.

Sometimes a little kindness often leads to unexpected good results.

What's more, this child is impeccable in his speech, he is well-behaved and polite, and he is likable.He reads well and is expected to take the imperial examination in a few years. He is also the rising star of the Niuhulu clan.

Therefore, Guozhong wants to protect this face.

Since you want to give it, you don't have to be stingy, just give it a big one.

Guozhong frowned, "I've probably heard about Suo Chuoluo's story. Your brothers are still young, and as a aunt, she has no reason not to raise your children! I heard that you were seriously ill a few days ago. I didn't see her to take care of it, which family's rule is this!"

Shanbao was startled, and looked up at Guozhong.Guozhong smiled kindly, his eyes were clear, with a hint of concern and appreciation from the elders, and he nodded, "You are a junior, so it's hard to blame the elders. I'm happy if you understand the rules. It's just who is right and who is right. , Although I am old, I am not confused."

Shanbao had a thought, he wanted to burst into tears, but thinking about Guozhong's maturity, acting too much would make people suspicious, so he just looked at Guozhong gratefully, and called out sincerely, "" Grandpa..."

Guozhong really ironed the post in his heart, "Well, it happens to take a rest tomorrow, so you can come with me to Suo Chuo Luo's house."

Shan Bao Fang Bao Ju thank you again and again.

Guozhong didn't stay any longer, so he let them go back.Instead, he asked the butler to come in and send a message to the Sochoro family.

The eldest son, Niuhulushi Mingxuan, was coming to greet Ama. When he met the housekeeper, he asked one more question, and said to Guozhong, "The old lady of Suochaoluo's family had a birthday, and my son and his son-in-law also went. Let’s go. His family’s eldest granddaughter is said to be extremely outstanding, and the Palace of Compassion and Ning summoned her several times to talk. Look, she is not such an unreasonable family.”

Guozhong smiled faintly, "Who says it's not? I have also drank and talked with his old man on weekdays. How else can I say that I know people and faces but don't know the heart."

"Ama..." Ming Xuan hesitated to speak.

"What are you talking about!" Guozhong reprimanded, "When I die, you will be the patriarch of the family. If you are so cowardly, you can't stand up for the clan. What do you want the patriarch to do! You have no ambition at all!"

The old man has a bad temper. Mingxuan knew it well, so he didn't worry about it, so he laughed and apologized, "Ama said yes. That Shanbao heard that he was a good-looking child who was a promising child. In the past, he and I, Ama, also Brothers match."

Guozhong glanced at him, "Listen, you've heard about his study, so it's not ordinary. Although his family is not as good as before, he is also a member of the family. We are the direct branches of the family, and we live alone How can the position of patriarch not be planned for the people of the clan!"

Only then did Mingxuan understand the old man's thoughts, and asked tentatively, "Ama, although this Shanbao is promising, it's just now. It's not pleasant to say, who knows what will happen in the future? The old man of Suo's family is also related to Ama. Chao Gang, there's no need to cause trouble between the two families over his family's affairs."

"Who knows what will happen in the future?" Guozhong repeated, leaning on the table to stand up, Mingxuan rushed to help, Guozhong held Mingxuan's arm, shook his head and sighed, "What if he becomes famous in the future?"

"Ama." Being an official is not about planting cabbage, how could it be so easy to make a fortune?You have been a servant all your life...

Even if Mingxuan didn't say it, Guozhong knew what his son was thinking. He walked out slowly and stood on the porch looking at his son's filial red-billed green parrot. It's kind of unpredictable.

Shanbao walked out of the majestic red-lacquered gate of the patriarch's house, and tried his best to invite Fang Bao to go home for dinner.

Fang Bao smiled and patted Shanbao's frail shoulder, "Don't be polite to me, since the uncle has spoken, the matter will be half done. You go back to study in a good life, and you will win your Ama's reputation in the future, that's all. "

Hearing this, Shanbao had no choice but to send Fang Bao respectfully away, and he didn't return home until Fang Bao's carriage was gone.

After Shanbao passed away, all the valuables in the family were brought back to her natal family by her stepmother.Later, the two brothers lived with no other income except the silver taels issued by officials and students.Not to mention carriages at home, there is not even a horse.

However, the weather was fine, and Shanbao strolled back unhurriedly, looking at the long gowns and coats coming and going on the street, and the bright half-moon forehead, it was quite leisurely.

Shanbao had been lying on the bed for about half a month, and he was really well-fed. After walking for more than half an hour, he was only slightly sweating on his forehead. As soon as he turned the corner of the alley, he saw a handsome young man in green clothes rushing towards him. , slapped Qian'er neatly, and said with a smile, "Master Bao, you are back, our third master has been waiting for you for a long time."

Shanbao touched his forehead, smiled affectionately, and murmured in his heart, who is your third master?