In the same boat with the son

Because the witch doctor had banned them from entering Luoyang for three years, Lin Xiu and Master Zhu had to go through Chenliu first, bypass Luoyang, enter Sizhou, and then enter Taiyuan County.At this time, the heat is getting stronger, the summer sun is stretched, the green leaves are scorching, and the cicadas on the trees are very noisy.

Today I am staying at Junyi in Chenliu. Junyi County is located in the west of Chenliu, near Sizhou.Lin Xiu and Young Master Zhu passed by a tea house, and they really didn't want to hurry, so they stopped to rest to relieve the heat.Everyone drank a large bowl in one go, and felt a little better.

A big man in a short coat at the next table shouted loudly, "Did you hear that? Fu Ming's wife has gone, and he doesn't want to make a coffin for him, he just wants to be buried like that."

The owner of the tea shop is a middle-aged aunt, and she continued: "I know that kid Fu Ming, he is a good person, he must be doing this because of his poor family."

A short, shriveled old man said disdainfully, "He doesn't want money from other people. Funeral is such an important matter, how can you be so hasty! Are you worthy of the dead!"

When Lin Xiu heard this, he was very interested. It was a hot day, so he might as well join in the fun, since he had nothing else to do anyway.Although Young Master Zhu was still in a low mood, he was tired and irritable on the journey, so he was very happy.The two asked about the location of the house, and asked the boys to arrange it separately. Hearing that the family was poor, it was better to go alone.

When I got there, I saw many people surrounded, among them was a man in brown clothes with a scarf, surrounded by them in a half-moon shape.Looking around thirty, with slender eyes, straight nose bridge, and fair complexion; this time, although it is very hot and unbearable, his face is a little tired and sad, but he still has a gentle appearance, without any objection. The impatience of the crowd.

I saw a man in a gray gown standing in front of him, quite old, with a long beard, talking for some reason, Lin Xiu asked a dark boy beside him what was going on.Seeing that Lin Xiu and young master Zhu looked good and were well dressed, the young man seemed to have a little blush on his face, he hesitated and said, "It seems that this old master Zhang from Yingchuan is going to help Mr. Fu's wife build a coffin, Fu Mr. seems unwilling."

At this time, I heard the man in brown clothes say, "The dead in ancient times were buried in the middle of the country with thick clothes and salary. Only the wife can do what she wants, but it's just buried in the soil. Mr. Wang, don't force it anymore." Lin Xiu couldn't help it when he heard it. Surprised, thinking that this person is very open-minded, in this era when the dead are respected, he dared to act like this.The elders in long gowns couldn't push too much. The man in brown clothes still had some white things to attend to at home, so everyone gradually dispersed except for those who stayed behind to host or help.

Lin Xiu thought to himself, for such a person, he must get to know him well, now there is nothing else to do in three years, just do whatever he wants.But it's not appropriate to interrupt rashly today, it's better to live for a few days.Then he discussed with young master Zhu, and young master Zhu is also absolutely necessary, just do as Lin Xiu does.

Waiting for Fu Ming's family funeral is done, just wait for the new dead soul to return home in seven days.Lin Xiu and young master Zhu came to visit together, and saw that the courtyard of Fu Ming's house was surrounded by a fence that seemed to have not been trimmed for some days, and the house was very simple.The fence of the fence was open, and Lin Xiu and Young Master Zhu knocked on the open door bolt a few times, only to hear the sound of something being knocked down inside the house, and they were very flustered.

I saw the man I met a few days ago was wearing a light white gown, and ran over in a panic with a baby under one year old in his arms. When he saw the two of them, he was very puzzled, "I want to ask the two little brothers I don't know what's the matter?" The baby in his arms seemed a little uncomfortable, humming, crying, the man could only hug and pat it gently.

Seeing such a scene, Lin Xiu was surprised and had some other emotions in his heart.Young master Zhu seemed to have some experience in raising children, so he reminded, "I'm afraid he's going to pee?"

The man seemed to suddenly understand when he heard it, and he hurriedly unbuttoned the baby's pants. After putting the water in, the baby didn't struggle anymore, but just looked at the two strangers obediently.

Lin Xiu thought that the two of them should have interrupted hastily, and apologized, "Aran and I came from Shenyang and passed by here. We were surprised to hear Mr.'s behavior, so we rushed to visit. I am Lin Xiu." Turning to Young Master Zhu again, "Zhu Ran".

The man nodded, "Fu Ming. In that case, please come in."

When I went in, I found that it was the main hall in the middle. There was a small door on the left and right sides of the back, connecting two bedrooms. The door of one of the rooms was open, and a five or six-year-old boy was helping the fallen chair inside. Get up, looking a little clumsy.

Fu Ming waved to the child, "Ah Ru, here are the guests, don't clean up, Dad will clean up later." The little boy ran over clumsily, hugged his dad, a little shy and curious Looking at Lin Xiu and the two of them, he said hello to Uncle, Lin Xiu suddenly felt that children are so cute.

Thinking about the purpose of coming, Lin Xiu couldn't help asking, "I heard that the reason why Mr. Burial of his wife is because of poverty? But even if the family is poor, aren't the villagers willing to help?"

Fu Ming looked around the bare walls of the house, and said with a faint smile, "My lord, I have seen the situation at home too, why bother to make the dead embarrass the living for that empty ceremony? There are two children in the house, and they need it even for life." Worrying question. Although the villagers are willing to help, but generally there is not much money left in the family, if you can only do the burial with the help of the villagers, why bother?" The man said without any embarrassment on his face. Very open-minded.

Young Master Zhu was very surprised when he heard it, "Then Mr. is so unafraid that your wife Quanxia will blame you?"

Fu Ming smiled bitterly, "Death is like a lamp going out, so how can you blame it? If you really know it, the wife loved the children the most during her lifetime, and she definitely doesn't want to embarrass these children because of those things."

When Lin Xiu heard this, he immediately felt admiration. In this era, such open-mindedness and transparency are not something ordinary people can do, "Mr. Those who have not, feel the memory, there must be no reason why it is difficult to live if there is no death."He couldn't help but asked again, "I don't know where your brother can get a job?"

Hearing Lin Xiu's understanding, Fu Ming felt that Lin Xiu was unusual; he frowned slightly when he heard the question behind, "I used to be an official in the capital for a while, but it was far from my wish, and I couldn't help myself in everything. , so I resigned, and I haven't settled down yet." After speaking, he looked at the child in his arms and sitting next to him, very worried.

Lin Xiu thought for a while, if he hinted that he would go to Mingxuan, he would let Mingxuan know about him, and he would not be considered as contacting Mingxuan, and Fu Ming is indeed a talent, wouldn't it be the best. "I don't know if Mr. Li has ever heard of Master Li Wei?"

Young master Zhu was very surprised when he heard Lin Xiu mention Master Li, and couldn't help but look at Lin Xiu.

Fu Ming heard it, and replied: "Master Li has a reputation for suppressing the prestige, I must have heard of it."

"Then, have you ever thought about doing business with Mr. Li? Mr. Li has a heart for the world and the people, does more practical things, and does not flatter power. I think Mr. will be able to fulfill his wish there."

Fu Ming was shocked when he heard the words, "It's good, but I'm just a farmer in the countryside, and Mr. Li's family background is not something anyone can climb."

Lin Xiu heard it, and thought about it, Mingxuan usually doesn't communicate with people too much, "Sir, you can mention my name, but for some reason, I can't write a letter with you. Now that you have a young son at home, you can't I'm in a hurry. But the child must be with me to rest assured."

After hearing this, Fu Ming still had some doubts, "Thank you Mr. Lin for your kindness, let me think about it for a while."

Lin Xiu thought about it too, it was indeed a bit frivolous for such a stranger who appeared out of nowhere to say such unsubstantiated words, and he didn't try to persuade him any more.Fu Ming had to take care of the children, so it was inconvenient to finish the chores at home.Before the two left, they gave the child two small purses as a gift. The ancients never had the habit of opening gifts in person. Inside are some silver locks and a long-lived lock, which are the same in both purses.Fu Ming couldn't help but feel sentimental, thinking that the two young masters must see the poor and worry about embarrassing themselves, it is very rare to meet by chance but carefully prepared for it.

As for the longevity lock, Lin Xiu asked Guo to prepare some when he saw Young Master Zhu’s nephew, Rourou. Seeing that the child was cute, and he had some fate, he didn’t know what to give as a gift. Just chatting.When the two went back, Young Master Zhu sighed, "It's not easy being a widower, especially one with two children." He couldn't help asking, "Ah Xiu, why don't you let Fu Ming find Master Li like this?" Is there any problem with the three-year contract that won't offend the witch doctor? Single"

"I haven't seen him, I haven't contacted him. I'm just the most ordinary stranger in this world. I can't help it. I can't help thinking about him. If I want to do this, even if I can only know him Let him know every single word of mine, and he will feel better."

Young Master Zhu's face was also gradually stained with a sad color, "It's good to be able to think like this, it's better than even thinking about it is just a delusional thing to go beyond the distance."

Hearing what he said, Lin Xiu thought he must have remembered about the witch doctor again, so he was speechless for a moment.It was already afternoon, and it was hot and dry, but it started to rain suddenly on the way back.The showers in summer afternoons always come quickly and go quickly. The heavy rain blows in an instant with the wind, making people panic.I saw a lot of people sheltering from the rain sitting under a big tree not far in front. Compared with the surrounding storms, the tree seemed extraordinarily peaceful and special.

The two hurried over and dusted off their clothes under the tree.The people under the tree were probably the villagers nearby, sitting casually, a little rude.Lin Xiu and Young Master Zhu were not very well-behaved people on weekdays, so they didn't think anything of it, but they were the only one among the crowd sitting upright, which seemed a bit eye-catching.

This man was about 40 years old, wearing clothes that were suitable for farming, with some soil stained, he was very strong, and his face was chapped by the wind and sun.Lin Xiu and Young Master Zhu were nosy people, so they became curious and sat down beside the man.

Lin Xiu touched Young Master Zhu for a gesture, and stepped forward, "I don't know if you are so respectful to avoid the rain? As the saying goes, treat others with courtesy, no one should treat you, but you still do it with courtesy. I don't know why?"

The man saw Lin Xiu and the two also nodded, "Treating people with courtesy is more important than having a benevolent heart. Do what you should do, and don't do what you shouldn't do. Everyone is like this. There is no need to change from the outside world.”

Lin Xiu heard, "Sir, if you truly unite your thoughts and actions, and unite your internal and external, your actions and thoughts are like human beings. You are also a true gentleman. I wonder if you can take a break at Mr.'s house? Under Lin Xiu, this Zhu Ran, the two of them are walking together, they are not locals, so they passed this way. The heavy rain has just stopped now, and the road is muddy, which is a bit inconvenient."

Hearing what Lin Xiu said, Young Master Zhu looked at him with wide eyes, but Lin Xiu blinked his eyes as a signal, and then fell silent.The man could hear it, and saw that the two were born well, their eyes were innocent, and they were dressed richly. The young man surnamed Lin also spoke very well, so he must have no malicious intentions, so he replied, "My lord, since that's the case, the two It’s enough to rest at my house for one night, but my house is very simple, so don’t dislike it.”

Lin Xiu and Young Master Zhu smiled and said, "Thank you sir."