The Hairpin of the Red Chamber

After the flowers bloom, it seems that the spring breeze blows all over the courtyard in an instant, and the sparse green grass grows out lushly, showing vitality.On the branches and leaves, clusters of flowers are in full bloom, vying for splendor and beauty. I'm afraid it's not outstanding enough to make other flowers compare to it.

Because Baoyu was not happy in the backyard, and his father had been urging him severely recently, he had to go to school every day, and he also read books for a few days.Fortunately, with Qin Zhong by his side, he temporarily forgot about the elder sister and younger sister, and also kept in touch with the brothers in the clan.Liu Xianglian, Feng Ziying and others met Baoyu several times because they were familiar with Jia Zhen, Jia Lian and others. The more Baoyu saw his honesty and straightforwardness, he admired him very much.Although he concealed his name and surname, Daiyu and Baochai confided in each other, knowing Liu Xianglian, she secretly guessed, because she said calmly: "In my opinion, such a person is the real man who stands up to heaven and earth. Because of the praise, Ji Baoyu was touched by Liu Xianglian.

Baoyu heard Daiyu's praise of Liu Xianglian, but he felt quite uncomfortable. Since then, he never mentioned him when he came back, and always talked about Qin Zhong.Because of Baochai's statement, Daiyu was already somewhat displeased with Qin Zhong.With Qin Keqing in the way, she couldn't say anything. Every time Baoyu mentioned it, she frowned slightly. Sometimes she said she had a headache, sometimes she said her heart hurt. Baoyu had seen a lot, and knew that Daiyu didn't like a man like Qin Zhong. It's not as close as it used to be.Qin Zhong is a young man with an unstable temperament, and another student who loves and loves Yu and loves him. The two saw that he was born well, and would often secretly pass words and winks in class. inseparable.

Since Baochai saw her elder brother bring things back in Huachao, she knew that her mother must be soft-hearted again, so she asked Xue Pan to take the money and spend it. He specially sent someone to tell Xue Pan: "I know that my brother treats me well, but if my brother really thinks about me, then he should think about it in the long run, do a good job in the family's business and support the family, that's right mother, right I'm so nice."

After hearing this, Xue Pan was at a loss. He really didn't know why he had offended his younger sister. He would say that he treated her well, and then he said that he would support the family, etc. It was still his little servant Liuer who said: " Talking about business and family, isn’t the girl worried about the dowry?”

Xue Pan suddenly realized, raised his forehead with his hand and said, "I'm just this younger sister, how could she be missing from the dowry!" He was a quick-tempered person, so he immediately asked the housekeeper excitedly, and he wanted to take stock of the family property and shop, and he was so tossed. All of a sudden, Aunt Xue sent someone to ask. When she heard that Xue Pan was giving away Baochai's dowry, she couldn't laugh or cry. She called Xue Pan over and scolded her. Pan's move was both angry and funny, but it was inevitable that he had a flash of inspiration. He glanced at Xue Pan, and when Aunt Xue had finished training him, he chased him outside and said, "Brother, wait."

Xue Pan stood still, and said dejectedly, "What else is there for my sister?"

Baochai said: "My brother saved my dowry out of kindness. I know all about it. It's just that my brother made such a big fuss that I lost my reputation. It's better for my brother to save some cash and silver for me quietly. Slow down." Slowly save up, just treat it as your own private house, brother, and in the future, it will be enough."

Even though the two lives were human, he openly asked for a dowry from his natal family. After all, he blushed, lowered his head and finished speaking with Xue Pan, and then peeked at him. Who knew that Xue Pan was impatient, and just patted his chest and said, "Don't worry, sister. Brother must not lose you."

Baochai was skeptical and didn't dare to believe in Xue Pan, and asked him in every possible way not to make any noise, and not to let his mother know, Xue Pan agreed to each one, and then turned around and left.

It turned out that Xue Pan was very careless about money. A while ago, because of his mother's strict control, he didn't restrain himself, but when he had money, he went out to spend money, and when he didn't have money and couldn't afford it, he would hang around at home and read a few books. It's just a sentence book, or just playing with the little servants and girls.

This time, I got my sister's instructions, but it seems that I have the backbone. First, I asked someone to quietly bring the general ledger from Aunt Xue, and made a rough estimate. Fortunately, he had studied for a few days and had an old servant to help him, so he stayed up until midnight. I calculated the account roughly, but the income was much less than before, and there were various expenses. I didn't feel it when I spent the money. Only after I calculated the account, I realized that the amount was huge. Xue Pan was shocked, thinking to himself, no wonder my sister is worried about the dowry Not to mention the staggering expenses of the family, the dowry that the family originally prepared for Baochai was a dowry for entering the palace, which is different from her marrying into someone else's family, and the cost here is not small.Xue Pan was so worried that he didn't sleep all night, and hurried out at dawn to find a few shopkeepers left by his father. He didn't say it was Baochai's dowry, but only said that he wanted to learn how to do business.

The shopkeepers had seen him grow up, and they were all frightened when they saw him suddenly saying that he was going to make progress. They couldn't stand the young master's good talk, so they also talked to him about some things in the shop. Flattery, she hurriedly went to the second door to report to Aunt Xue, Aunt Xue heard that Xue Pan had taken the initiative to go to the shop, her anger turned into joy, and she sent someone to deliver food, some clothes, and He sent someone to ask Xue Pan, saying, "Take your time, don't rush, you're exhausted."

Baochai saw that his mother was so fond of her, so she had to persuade her again. After all, Aunt Xue sent someone to ask her two or three times. Yes. When Daddy was alive, did he mention everyone's character? Among us shopkeepers and servants, which one is honest and honest, and which one is shrewd and capable?"

Aunt Xue recalled for a while, and said a few names. Baochai also compared with the loyal servants who stayed at home in the previous life, selected two people, specially invited them into the inner house, treated them with good wine and food, and said many heart-to-heart words. Aunt Xue fell in love with each other. Speaking of her ex-husband's legacy, there was another burst of tears, and it was still Baochai who calmly narrated, showing both kindness and power, and exchanged tears with the two old servants, swearing to the sky that he must teach his brother well before sending him out.

There is something wrong here, Baochai rubbed her brows, and saw her mother's eyes were still red and swollen, with tears streaming down her face, so she had to come to comfort her again. She didn't want to say a few words, and was driven by her mother's thoughts about the fatherless orphan, even she was red With eyes circled, she could only hold back her tears, exited the main room, and sent someone out to tell Xue Panqian again, and then went back to the room full of thoughts, and then stood by the door to sigh alone, and heard Daiyu smile and say: "Everyone said I'm crying so much, why is Sister Bao crying when I'm fine today?"

Baochai said, "You're making trouble with me again. I'm fine. I'm not crying." She was about to turn her face away, but was stopped by Daiyu's pull. Daiyu looked down at her and scraped her face with her fingers. Said: "Your eye circles are so red, and you still tell lies. Why, you still refuse to tell me the truth with our little love?"

Baochai saw her walking staggeringly, sat down on the kang by herself, dangling a round fan in her hand, and covered her mouth with the fan when she was talking, revealing those watery eyes that seemed to be smiling but not smiling, she felt refreshed She got up, came over with a smile, sat down beside her, pulled her fan and said: "Whatever the weather, just take out this shit, I'm not afraid of others laughing."

Daiyu said: "This is the demeanor of everyone's famous people. You don't understand-don't bother to talk about him. Tell me quickly, what's wrong with you, it's not like you are fighting for candy and losing, just cry."

Baochai said: "Don't look at the wind from this fan. If you feel the wind, it's not for playing. Take it away."

Daiyu said, "Tell me why you cry, and I won't fan you any more." As she spoke, she shook the fan twice and coughed twice. Baochai, knowing that she was pretending or feeling distressed, stepped forward and snatched her away. fan, said softly: "It's not for my brother."

Daiyu was silent for a long while, then Fang smiled and said, "At least you have an older brother." After saying a word, she lowered her head and said, "If you're really worried, why don't Aunt Ruoqian tell Second Uncle to send Brother Xue off?" Go to Jia's family to learn. It's really important to test a child's talent. In the future, you can find a virtuous sister-in-law butler, and you can stand up. I don't think Brother Xue is a bad person. He will never forget to give you something when he returns to the festival. Wait for the sisters in the house We are also good." After all, the unmarried daughter blushed when she talked about the marriage, but still kept her words intact, and only covered her cheeks with her hands.

Baochai didn't pay attention, and just sighed: "You don't know, he is a fool. He usually does things without hesitation, and he is quite naive. He killed someone before he went to Beijing, and it was because Mom asked his aunt and uncle to help him." It's over, but he doesn't take it seriously at all, he is still shouting and drinking outside, you must know that this place is different from his hometown, at the foot of the emperor, the first good place, he still acts so recklessly, he doesn't know what kind of troubles he will cause in the future! A man like him , anyone who loves their daughter in the family will definitely not agree to marry, if they are willing, it is either because of our family's wealth or honor, or because the daughter's family has some invisible shortcomings, it is not easy to find a virtuous person!"

Daiyu felt dejected when she heard her say that, but Baochai cheered up again and smiled, "Look at me, I always tell you these things, and it makes you worry too. Everyone has his own life. Try to try my best to persuade my elder brother that there will always be a home in the future, and you only ask Baoyu to make progress, and don't make enemies with Brother Huan and Brother Lan."

Daiyu said: "Who has the time to fight against them? I've never been rude in general matters. As for dealings, I have nothing to do with them. I'm afraid that friendship is limited."

Seeing that she understood, Baochai smiled and said, "You've always been smart, so I don't worry for nothing."