By Jia Xiuzhen

After all, I can't stay for a few days, family visits are important, people inside and outside have to listen to the palace rules several times, and on the fifth day of the lunar new year, Mother Jia sent someone to pick them up.Sister Feng has been so busy since years ago, especially these days.All the people, except Mrs. Jia Muwang, who had a few seals, all had newly cut clothes and new colors.I tried it on the upper body first, but if there is something inappropriate, I will change it immediately.

Aunt Xue must add to the chaos at this time, she refuses to let the mansion cut the clothes, she makes them herself, although the cousins ​​may not be able to see them when they arrive, but the imperial concubine is very approachable when she is at home. Once the announcement is made, the clothing is also important.

With such a big face, which one can be less selfish?Outside the palace, it is unavoidable to prepare a few more places in private, afraid that people will overshadow the limelight, wouldn't it be happy and displeased?

Everywhere in the garden, since Baoyu inscribed the couplet plaques, Jia Zheng also found famous people to write characters, and engraved them according to the shape. It was bound to be another toss.All these and so on, big and small, no matter how small or small, directly turned the whole Jia's mansion upside down.

When Daiyu came to the mansion, she had to learn this and that, but because Baochai had gone to the palace to wait for election, she could still give her sisters a little bit of respect in the palace rules and etiquette.Now Li Wan really regards these things as clouds and smoke, so he can't be patient, but fortunately with her status, she doesn't have anything serious to send her, just follow her to advance and retreat.

Speaking of which, when the Qin family in Dongfu died, they donated a family background to Jia Rong for the sake of the funeral, and Jia Lian also wore a false title.As for Jia Zhu, because he wanted to take the imperial examination back then, he didn't expect his fate to be bad. Once he recovered from his illness, Jia Zheng naturally wouldn't plan those things, so Jia Zhu was white, and Li Wan naturally had no seal.Now when the family wants to welcome nobles, when the most important thing is to pay attention to the status, it is even more of her business.Others may despise her or complain about her because of this, but she doesn't take it to heart at all. She only takes Jia Mu's order and takes Sanchun and Daiyu with her, enjoying herself at leisure.

In the twinkling of an eye, it was the fourteenth day of the first lunar month, and it was much colder than usual. Since the beginning of winter, the mansion has not stopped at all. First, Jia She had a severe cold and high fever for a few days, and then Jia's mother was not feeling well. After a while, Baoyu coughed again.

In order not to go wrong again when the [-]th picks up, the whole family will take medicine to cultivate, drink bitter soup and eat big honey balls, and use up three hundred-year-old ginseng, what's the matter? I don't care about the saying that there is no medicine in the first month.

Naturally, Li Wan couldn't avoid it, so he secretly divided his shares with Jia Lan's among the people around him, making Suyun and Biyue's faces flushed.

Fourteen got up early in the morning and went to Mrs. Wang to say hello, but there was no one there, not even the two aunts in the yard.Then he turned to the upper room again, and saw Sister Feng hurrying out of the hallway, she didn't stop when she saw Li Wan, she just laughed loudly and said, "Only my sister-in-law is sitting firmly on the Diaoyutai, I'm about to slap my claws in a hurry here." !"

Li Wan replied with a smile: "Those who are able can do more work." Sister Feng went straight out, and Li Wan stood for a while before going in again.

When I arrived at the gate of Jia Mu's main house, before I entered the door, I could hear the bustle inside. The corridor was full of people, the colorful embroidery was blowing in the wind, and the powder was fragrant.When they entered the house, they were even more joyful. Not only Mrs. Xing and Mrs. Wang, but Mrs. You also brought Jia Zhen's concubines, and Aunt Xue also brought Baochai to help.

This day, Li Wan was the last one to arrive.Going forward to salute, then stood aside, Youshi quietly grabbed her arm, and said with a smile: "You can really hold your breath."

Li Wan said in a low voice: "I can't help much, it's just adding to the chaos."

Several daughter-in-laws in charge came forward to report to Mrs. Wang, and Mrs. Wang returned one by one before she said to Jia Mu: "Today's business is important, so let's borrow the blessed land of the old lady. If there is something, the old lady can let it go." Please help me with the details."

Originally, Mrs. Wang should have dealt with these things in her own yard, but today was unusual. Jia Mu also nodded and said, "It's important, it's important, let's talk about it here." Thinking of something again, she asked, "Tomorrow is Shangyuan." It's the day of the festival, can you get all kinds of lanterns? Have you tried lanterns?"

Mrs. Wang hurriedly said: "I got it a few days ago. On the eighth day of the lunar new year, someone from the palace pointed out the ritual notes of various places. They were all compared with the cloth lamp. They tried each of them at that time, and changed everything that was wrong."

Jia Mu nodded, and said again: "This one is a single one, and you can't count the whole one."

Mrs. Wang didn't expect this incident. Sister Feng is not here at the moment, and Tanchun said at the side when she was just wondering what to say: "Just now I heard from Lin Zhixiao's family that the gentlemen outside are discussing to try all of them. Try the scene of the lamp, you can only see it when it gets dark."

Only then did Jia's mother feel relieved.But I can't rest for a while, and I think of another thing for a while, and I can't help asking Mrs. Wang again.Mrs. Xing watched from the side and curled her lips silently. Seeing that she didn't know what to ask, if she hadn't borrowed her daughter-in-law's help, I don't know what kind of mess it would have caused!

When Daiyu was at her own home, she was tricked by the head of Rong to take charge of the housekeeping. There was nothing she could do about it, but she didn't like such complicated things in her nature.Sitting on the sidelines for a while felt very boring.It just so happens that Baoyu has the same temperament. Seeing Daiyu's expression, he understood it and said quietly, "Sister Lin, it's not interesting here. How about we go back and stroll in the garden?"

Daiyu glanced at him and said, "Are you stuck? It's even more chaotic over there than ours. Where can we go shopping?"

Baoyu thought about it too, but couldn't help it for a while, so he just sighed there.

Mrs. Wang managed to get a free time, but when she heard Baoyu sigh, she scolded: "Well, why are you sighing?! In the first lunar month, I don't know taboos anymore. I owe you my father!"

Baoyu hurriedly accompanied him with a smile and said, "Where, it was my son who remembered it. Let's just sit here. Tomorrow the elder sister will visit the garden. Why don't you go around the garden to see if there is anything wrong?" , but it works."

Tanchun laughed and said, "Second elder brother speaks so grandly. I'm afraid it's because listening to household chores is boring and he wants to sneak out to visit the garden." Naturally, Baoyu couldn't recognize him, so they played with flower guns.

Jia Mu said, "I think what Baoyu said is reasonable. Let's just sit here. Although the people there have done their best, their vision is poor. Even if they report one by one, there will inevitably be omissions. It’s not okay to sit like this, you’d better go and look around the garden to feel more at ease.” Jia Mu spoke, but no one else dared to stop her, so she sent someone to send a message outside.

Jia Zheng and Jia couldn't spare time for pardon, so Jia Zhen took the order to come in, and said politely: "Old ancestor, the garden is in chaos right now, let's go there later."

When Jia Mu heard it, she became even more disturbed, and asked him, "Why is it so messed up?"

Jia Zhen had no choice but to reply: "Originally the tour route for nobles that was agreed on that day was to get off the boat along the river. It's been too cold these days, and a section of the water is frozen. Now the boys are taking ice tools to break the ice." Woolen cloth."

Jia Mu anxiously said: "How do you do it? It will be broken now, and it will be colder in the evening, so don't you have to freeze it? If the empress comes here early in the morning, what will I do then?"

Jia Zhen hurriedly said: "Old ancestors, don't be in a hurry. When the boys break the ice, we will all fish it out and ship it out. We also sent a few daughter-in-laws to go back and forth in the boat, and the water was flooding again. Hot water is constantly being poured into the canal to keep it from freezing."

Mother Jia thought about it before she nodded and said, "It's good that you have arrangements."

Talking about the lamp test scene again, Jia Zhen said: "it was agreed early in the morning. When it gets dark tonight, we will light up everywhere. Both Caizhazhang and Liulideng are invited in." , if there is something wrong at that time, let them spot it."

Jia Mu nodded, and said: "I don't know exactly when the empress will start driving tomorrow. I mean, everything that should be complete today should be complete. It should be along the agreed route. Once inside, once after the lights are turned on at night. □□Everything, every detail, must be thoroughly checked, and there must be no omissions. This is also the last moment, let everyone grit their teeth and make it complete , Shun Shun Dang, there will be rewards afterwards."

Jia Zhen hurriedly said that it was also the same arrangement outside, thinking that Jia Mu would not leave after all, she could not rest assured after all, but it was windy and cold after dark, so she decided that after breakfast, Jia Mu would take Mrs. Wang and Mrs. Xing by Jia Zheng and Jia Zhen. Accompany the inspection all the way, and in the evening, Jia Amnesty, Jia Zheng, and Jia Zhen will inspect it.It's just that Sister Feng has to follow both places, and if there is a mistake, she has to arrange and replace it immediately.

Everyone else was happy and nervous, but Baoyu didn't seem to have anything to do, and after hearing that he could go to the garden with him after a while, he was very happy, but he didn't expect to see Daiyu when he arrived, and when he was about to ask, he heard Jia Mu calling He: "How much your elder sister doted on you when she was at home, don't try to hide from laziness at this moment, just go with us."

Baoyu naturally responded, and then asked again, "Sister Lin hasn't come yet?"

Jia Mu said: "Your sister Lin is weak. It's cold outside now. It's not good to catch the wind. Let's talk about it tomorrow." After curling up, he stepped forward to speak again.

When all the people gathered together, Lai everyone led the way with a few daughters-in-law in charge. Sister Feng helped Jia Mu to walk in front, followed by Mrs. Xing and Mrs. Wang, followed by Li Wan, Baochai and Tanchun.Daiyu, Yingchun and Xichun never followed.Each of them took a close waiter, and a group of dozens of people followed the route designated by the eunuch in charge to investigate carefully, and it took a lot of effort.From time to time, the daughter-in-law in charge would come to Sister Feng or Mrs. Wang to ask for orders. After half a circle, even Baochai and Tanchun felt a little tired.

Jia Mu made the decision, and everyone sat down in a warm pavilion.Sister Feng walked up to Li Wan and asked her with a smile, "Why haven't you seen Suyun?"

Li Wan said: "They were not allowed to follow."

Sister Feng sneered and said, "You are more careful, you are afraid that something will be broken and it will depend on you?!"

Li Wan started the conversation: "By the way, a few days ago, I was studying the palace rules of Yi Zhu, why didn't I see Brother Huan?"

Sister Feng glanced at her and said, "You are asking such a strange question. I think you are sick and can't see people."

Li Wan shook his head and said: "My mother is going home to visit relatives, so why don't you show your face? This is out of the question."

Sister Feng laughed again, looked at Li Wan, and saw that someone was looking for him outside, before raising her foot, she smiled at Li Wan and said, "Your Majesty is looking forward to seeing them!" Then she turned and walked away by herself.

Li Wan remembered that this matter was on the surface, but neither Jia Mu nor Mrs. Wang mentioned it. Presumably, they were afraid of Jia Huan's temper. Cover up the words.He couldn't help but looked up to the aunts, and saw Aunt Zhao was bright and happy, and there was nothing wrong with it, but it made Aunt Zhou on the side look gloomy.

By the time Jia Mu and her party had completed their journey, the sun had already set to the west.Big and small, I also picked a few things that were wrong. Sister Feng was busy looking for someone to change.Li Wan took the time to take the two little girls back to the yard, and when he entered the door, he saw the nuns and Suyun Biyue came out to welcome them. Before they could speak, Li Wan said, "Didn't I tell you to go and rest quickly? What are you doing running out of here!"

Everyone hugged her into the house, and said: "Which master is busy outside, why should the slave take care of himself to rest? Besides, who can rest at this time!"

Li Wan sat on the kang while shaking his head: "If you don't listen to the old man's words, you will suffer in front of your eyes. This matter is a toss, you don't take advantage of this moment to rest, if you really want to get busy and stare at the front, there will be no time. When the time comes, you will lose your eyes, so don't cry for me."

Mother Chang didn't know whether to laugh or cry: "Grandma, when is this! There is no one in the house full of blood, you are better off, tell us to rest first, what is the reason for this?"

Li Wan took the hot handkerchief from Suyun and wiped his hands, then said calmly, "What's so hot? I really can't figure it out."

Yan Momo said: "Don't let other people listen to Grandma's words."

Li Wan sighed and said: "Why can't we live in peace and quiet? Everyone is rushing towards this false excitement. What can I do? I can't do anything. I don't sleep all night, I don't wake up for ten nights, and it's the best way to burn oil." It's life-threatening. What matters? Of course, it's important to rest enough. You still have to toss around at night. Tomorrow is the day, let alone rest. You guys, I've already said that, but I don't believe it. I'm too lazy."

Nanny Chang smiled and said, "Okay, okay, we failed grandma's good intentions. I'm afraid I'll have to go up to serve dinner soon, grandma should take a break right now."

Li Wan nodded, and was about to go inside to rest in the Pearl Realm, when someone came outside, she said: "The wives and grandmas are all at the old lady's place, let's invite the eldest grandma over."

Li Wan sighed, "Look, it's just a matter of wiping your face."

Suyun hurriedly said, "Grandma, do you want to change clothes? It's getting colder as the sun goes down, like a hole in the ice."

Li Wan shook his head: "Forget it, it would be worse to delay this moment. I'm fine, you should make up your mind. This time you go with me, and Biyue will come to change later. The nuns stay and watch Lan'er I'm afraid it will be difficult to rest at night. You are people who have to do things, let alone make mistakes. If you are afraid of bad things, you will take turns to rest."

After saying a few words, he hurried out, went to see Miaoer standing there under the eaves, and said: "I followed this way just now, I don't need you now, let's take a rest." Miaoer hurriedly agreed to go to the side Stand up.

Biyue sent Li Wan out of the yard before returning. Mother Chang saw that she was still groping around in the room, and said, "I'd better listen to grandma, eat something and take a rest early. Let's There are three people left here, brother still has primroses and green beetles by his side, nothing will happen. You and Madam Yan go to rest first, I will call you if something happens."

Bi Yue frowned and said, "Didn't your mother come home tomorrow? I've already looked around during the day, so what else can I do?"

Nanny Chang shook her head and said, "You know what! This is a critical moment, and anyone who is capable or not has to show sincerity and passion to coax it over. You're going to sleep with your head in your head. It's up to you. It's better to endure it all, busy back and forth, even if something happens at that time, there is a saying that you can do your best, and you won't be punished. Nothing in the world is perfect. Who dares to guarantee that at this time? Naturally, it is easier to be 'busy and dedicated'."

Biyue nodded and said: "It's strange that I heard that the people in the garden are not resting even in the tea room on the kitchen of the mansion. I'm still surprised that this lady hasn't come yet, so these people are not resting but are serving Which one is coming!"

Nanny Chang smiled: "Fortunately, we can't do anything here, just take care of our good grandma and elder brother. Just look at Ping'er and Yuanyang, they must be exhausted these few days."

Before Biyue could speak, Nanny Yan said from the side: "This is the time to meet the superiors, such a big matter, who can step forward, take care of what matters in your hands, and hold any ideas for the master. It's all in the eyes of others, so you can't say that you will be more proud from now on. This Ping'er and Yuanyang are the best, and you are the only one who can say such a thing! Who in this world doesn't risk his life to gain wealth and dignity? "

Mother Chang smiled and said, "Grandma said just now, what matters if something has its own life? Life is gone, what do you want to do if you are rich and decent! It shows that we are not the same people."

Yan Momo shook her head: "You've misled our grandma even more. If you don't have self-motivated, what are you doing living for nothing!"

The two nuns were playing smart, but Biyue thought of her own godmother, she greeted her and carried a bundle into her room and brought it to Miaoer. Miaoer was thinking of going home, so when she saw her, she said: " Sister won't take a break?"

Biyue nodded: "Let's take a rest now, you take this, the two clothes inside are for your godmother. I heard that you can't rest today, it will be very cold at night, let your mother change into it before going On to the kitchen."

Miao'er quickly agreed, and Biyue said again: "Will you wear the jacket I gave you last time? Grandma will let you rest now, maybe you will have to work shifts in the middle of the night."

Miao Er smiled and said: "My sister gave me several clothes last time, and I wore two. I just walked around the garden with my grandma, and I didn't feel cold. If I have to go in and out in the middle of the night, I will put them on again. One piece." Biyue felt relieved at this moment, and then walked away with a few scattered instructions.

Miao Er took the clothes and went to find her mother, Lao Tzu, Miao Er's mother had just made a few bowls of noodles, and when she saw Miao Er came, she didn't bother to say hello, Miao Er stepped forward and said the reason in a low voice, Miao Er's mother was warm in her heart, He smiled and said: "This girl, you miss us all! I'm steaming pasta in a big pot here, how can it be cold when it's hot?"

Miao Er saw that there were steamers piled high on several stoves, and knew that they were prepared for the workers in the garden to eat. At this time, there was no whole meal, and steamed buns would be more convenient.Yin laughed and said, "I'm not going home either. I'll keep your clothes in the closet at the back. You can change them in case it gets cold."

Seeing that her mother agreed, she took the key and went to the first few open rooms behind the kitchen to find her mother's cabinet, opened it, put the package in it, locked it again, and handed the key back to her mother before going out.

After walking two steps, she saw Jing'er coming across, she greeted with a smile, Jing'er brought two women to pick up the pastry, saw Miao'er came out empty-handed and asked, "Have the dumplings been steamed yet?"

Miao Er said: "I don't know, I didn't bring this here."

Jing'er smiled and said: "That's right, there are not many people in your yard, so you can't borrow people to go."

Miao'er said: "Let me tell you, what's the use in your yard to come here to pick it up."

Jing'er laughed and said, "I haven't been back for two days, and I've been helping in the garden these days." While talking, the kitchen greeted her, and then she nodded at Miao'er and went inside.

Miao'er turned her head and thought about it, and sighed in her heart, "The Xue family is really good at life."