Red Mansions: My Book is Cool

Wang Mingrui (Lin Ming'an)'s condition improved rapidly visible to the naked eye, and within a few days, he fell to the ground and ran around the house.He often ran alone to feed the green donkey, and gave it extra meals with vegetable leaves and bean cakes from the kitchen.The green donkey welcomed the little master very much, and when he saw his little figure appear, he screamed excitedly, and rubbed his head affectionately against his body.It's not that Wang Mingrui has a special interest in green donkeys, it's just that he suddenly came to this other world, and all he saw were strangers, but his body is so young now, and he is completely in a weak position. Happened, but can only be slaughtered.Such a huge change made him suddenly confused, and it took time to slowly digest the shock and fear in his heart.He can't tell anyone about this feeling!The green donkey is an animal and can't speak, but it is the most reassuring existence for him.At the same time, it is also using the reason of coaxing the green donkey to secretly observe the people around.

In fact, deep down in his heart, he still avoids Lin Qing and his wife—the parents of this world.It can be seen that the couple are very good people. They are very loving and caring for their only child.But also because of this, Wang Mingrui subconsciously felt a little guilty.The original body, Lin Qing'an, should no longer be in this world, and he is not a villain who takes life away!Although he comforted himself like this, he couldn't help but feel a little uncomfortable.Besides, who has an extra pair of parents for no reason, and can accept it without any grudges without going through an adaptation process?

After [-] or [-] days, Wang Mingrui completely recovered his health, full of energy, red lips and white teeth on his small face, Yuxue is cute, very gratifying to look at.He himself looked at this face in the blurred bronze mirror and felt very satisfied.He was handsome in his previous life, why does the current Lin Ming'an look so similar to his childhood photos?Could it be that this is me in another world?With this thought, Wang Mingrui suddenly felt his heart quiet down.

These days, Mrs. Lin Qing and Mrs. Chen discussed housework in their room, and because Lin Qingan was young, he didn't shy away from it, so a few words always fell into his ears.In the conversations of the servants in the family, they often mention the daily distribution of monthly money, rewards, purchases, etc. at home.They said it inadvertently, but Wang Mingrui paid attention everywhere, and slowly figured out the family background of the Lin family in his heart.

In addition to this simple and elegant ancestral house, the Lin family also has two shops in Gusu City. One is rented out to others and the rent is fixed every year; , There is also a sweet water well in the yard.Such a shop is not easy to rent out. Later, Lin Qing discussed with Mrs. Chen that even if they could rent it out, they would not be able to collect much rent, so why not make a small living by themselves.In the Jiangnan area, the economy is prosperous and the atmosphere is civilized. Both the government and the people do not despise economic livelihoods, and scholars do not shy away from business matters.

The folks in Gusu are rich, and the people are more particular about food, clothing, housing and transportation than other places, and they are willing to spend money in these places.Jiangnan Chen's natal family also runs some businesses, she has learned by ear and eyes, and knows some ways of doing business.She thought about it, this kind of facade is too small to be used for other purposes, and there is a sweet water well in the backyard, why not use it to open a pastry shop.Building a kitchen in the yard and making pastries doesn’t need to be smoked. As long as the craftsmanship is good, the ingredients are authentic, and the taste is right, you should be able to operate well, at least not at a loss.

Lin Qing specially found two master chefs who are good at making pastry, and repaired the facade. A kitchen and a hut for the masters were built in the yard, and the pastry shop opened.Lin Qing pays the masters high wages and treats them generously, and the masters also work with peace of mind.Soon, the pastry shop was doing well, offering signature desserts such as lotus cakes, green balls, and red bean cakes.These days, the shop brought fresh snacks to the owner every day, and Wang Mingrui tasted them all, but the taste was not bad.This dim sum shop brings income to the Lin family like a steady stream of water every day.

The Lin family also has two small farms outside the city, with a total of more than 300 mu of land, but there are not many farms, most of which are middle fields, which are leased to tenants for cultivation.These tenants have been renting and farming the Lin family's land for many years, and the annual rent collected by the Lin family is considered fair compared to others, and the relationship between the tenants and tenants is stable.Throughout the year, the Lin family didn't need to buy food for food, it was all sent from the farm, and from time to time the farmers would send some melons, fruits, vegetables, chickens and ducks as tribute.

The Lin family also has some roots in Gusu, even if it is a side branch, they will not be bullied.After all, Lin Qing is also a scholar, with a decent status, and gets along well with others, so the life of the Lin family is very comfortable.

Wang Mingrui thought about these things in his heart, no matter what reason he was thrown into this other world, it seemed that God was not bad to him.Now that fate has been arranged in this way, accept it and strive for the best result.Over the past few days, he has been with Lin Qing and Chen's couple day and night, feeling their love for their son, and his heart is softening day by day.From the beginning, there was a bit of vigilance and estrangement, but gradually a sense of closeness came into being.

Wang Mingrui thought mockingly, the family affection that he had never enjoyed in his previous life, but he felt it in this situation. Is this what people often say, "the lost mulberry and the harvested east corner"?

In the study, Lin Qing sat behind the beech desk, flipping through the account books.These days, the whole family was turned on their backs because of Ang'er's illness, so he didn't have the heart to take care of these money management matters.The Lin family is an aristocratic family that has been passed down for several generations in the south of the Yangtze River, but there are gains and losses. I don't know whether it is because of jealousy or some flaws in the family. descendants are even scarcer.He is no longer young, and his knees are always empty, even if he wants to ask for a daughter, he can't get it!An Geer can be said to be bestowed by God, which surprised him, and the child is so smart and cute.He loves An Ge'er very much, if something happens to An Ge'er, there is no hope for him and Chen Shi.There is not even a single heir to inherit, so what is the use of gold and silver piled up in a house?

Therefore, these days, he didn't even bother to look through the family's property books.Now, seeing that Brother Ang is doing well, and more intelligent and lively than before, Lin Qing can finally calm down and concentrate on checking the recent income and expenditure and operating conditions of the family property.He and Mrs. Chen were very anxious about Ang'er's illness. Hiring the best famous doctor, using the best medicinal materials, and spending money like water, plus he wanted to nourish Ang'er's body every day, all of which were indispensable. Money is spent, and this industry must be managed with care.

"Father!" An Ge'er's immature voice sounded outside the study.

Hearing his son's voice, Lin Qing's slightly frowning brows eased. He dropped the account book, walked quickly to the door, and opened the door.Seeing An Ge'er's small body standing outside the room, and seeing the door open, his big watery eyes looked at him brightly.

With a smile on his face, Lin Qing hugged his son: "Brother An, why did you come here alone?" He said displeasedly: "Is there no one to accompany you? Your mother and Madam Du are also careless. !"

Afraid of scaring his son, he slowed down his voice and said, "Brother An, do you want Dad to play with you? Brother An is good, Dad is busy with something now, I will ask Madam Du to take you around Go shopping, otherwise, ask someone to buy you some food? What do you want to eat?"

"Neither!" Wang Mingrui replied crisply: "Father, I don't want to go out for a walk, and I don't want to eat either!"

Lin Qing looked at Wang Mingrui's dark eyes in wonder, "Then why did Brother An come to look for Dad?"

"Father," Wang Mingrui said, "I want my father to teach me enlightenment!"

Wang Mingrui calmly analyzed that in this world, there is no such thing as equality for everyone. Although the life and death of a slave is controlled by the master, it is too difficult to be an ordinary citizen, and many people can step on your foot.When a creature is at the bottom of the food chain, it has many enemies.Under such circumstances, no matter what kind of plans and goals I have, the premise is that I must have sufficient self-protection ability, that is to win an advantageous identity and status for myself.The Lin family is not a powerful official, and Lin Qing's father is just a well-off scholar, so most of them can only rely on themselves in the future.

If you want to stand out, be able to stand upright, and try not to be coerced by others, there are two paths you can choose: follow the text, or follow the martial arts.Wu is impossible, Wang Mingrui is very clear that he does not have the ability to join the army, and he does not want to suffer this kind of hardship.What's more, from what he knows, this is an era of peace, there is basically no room for warriors, and the imperial court is secretly suppressing the warriors who are afraid of the past.

Then, only Congwen! 'Everything is inferior, only reading is high', civil servants are the protagonists of this court!Only by studying and gaining fame can we gain a foothold in this world and realize our ideals.Many people actually don't like those classic articles, but they tirelessly spend their lives in the imperial examinations at all levels, and this is the reason.

Wang Mingrui has planned a life course for himself, and today is his first step to implement it.

"Brother An," Lin Qing said in astonishment, "You thought of this yourself? Are you too young at your age?"

Wang Mingrui thought: Do you even question your own father?How about I just make up a theory?In this way, if I show sensibleness and precocity in the future, will there be a reasonable explanation?