The Second Master of the Red Chamber

The Lai family lived in an alley two streets away from Rongguo Mansion.

As the most powerful slave in the Jia family, although he bears the status of a slave, in the eyes of the neighbors, the Lai family is definitely not to be provoked.

There are two houses in the Lai family. The two brothers have separated long ago. The old lady lives with the eldest son Lai Da.

As for the house that Lai Da's family lives in now, although it is just a private house in terms of regulations, it occupies a lot of land.There are at least seven or eight small courtyards surrounded by large courtyards. Inside, there are mountain and stone corridors, flowers, plants and trees decorations, everything is available, and there is no sense of philistinism.

Even so, it seems that the Lai family is still not satisfied. Recently, they have taken a fancy to the land behind the house, intending to buy it and expand the house again.

At this time, Lai and his wife, Nanny Lai and others, happened to talk about this matter during the meal break.

"I have already contacted the owners of those families. Except for the Li family who said it was the ancestral house, there was no room for discussion. The rest of the families did not refuse outright. If the price is right, everything can be negotiated.

The only thing I worry about now is that once we really buy these lands and build a garden for the old lady, if the mansion finds out, I'm afraid they will be paranoid. " Lai Da took a sip of tea, put down his cup and sighed.

How could Nanny Lai and others not understand what he said.Not to mention buying land, and building a garden, even if it's just a simple one, will require a lot of money to complete.This point, even if you want to cover it up, you can't cover it up.

Although they have worked hard in Rongguo Mansion for decades, the masters also know that they are rich.But if such a thing is really done all at once, I'm afraid the masters will still have some ideas in their hearts.

If you say give up, you are really unwilling.

One thing, if this matter can be done, their Lai family can also have their own garden just like the master's mansion.Not only can you enjoy it for yourself, but even if your relatives and friends come, it will be more face-saving, right?

Second, if you don't do something, it's a pity to keep those money for nothing...

"There is no need to worry about the old lady. She has always been kind to others, and I have served her all my life. Although we are called master and servant, we are actually as close as sisters, so even if she knows that our family is better off, she will not be harsh. " Said Madam Lai.

Originally, this matter was brought up by Lai and his wife, saying that they built a garden for her elderly.

Originally, she still had some concerns, but after discussing the matter to this day, she was the one who was most reluctant to give up.

Nanny Lai has been serving Mother Jia since she was a girl, and she has won the trust of Mother Jia.Relying on Jiamu's favor, she is not only full of children and grandchildren, but also at home, following the example of Jiamu, living the happy life of "old ancestor".

Of course, it's the kind with only lining and no face.When I usually come to Jia's mansion, when I see the masters, they still look like slaves.

Therefore, all Mammy Lai's pursuit after old age is to try to get closer to the high-level and elegant life of Jia's mother.

She was envious of Jiamu's big flower hall, which was spacious and beautiful.

So she made one herself at home.It's just limited by the place, no matter what I think it's very petty, and it can't be compared with Jia Mu's flower hall.

It just so happens that Jia's Grand View Garden has been built, surrounded by mountains and rivers, like a world in a painting. The beautiful garden is a fantasy that she can't help, if she can have a garden herself, it would be great!

Even if it's smaller or worse, as long as it's yours, then your whole life is worth it, right?

Lai Dashen felt that what his mother said was right. Mother Jia was indeed a very generous person, and she was indeed kind enough to her mother.Otherwise, how could it be possible for the two brothers to take on the role of chief executive of the Jia family's Rongning and Ning two mansions at the same time?

Ability and loyalty alone are not enough.

"Let's not talk about the old lady, even if it is the master and wife, there is no need to worry too much.

The only thing my son is worried about is about the second master Lian... Mother should still remember what the second son said last time, and I'm afraid that if I make him paranoid again, there may be trouble in the future..."

Lai Da is also very hesitant, wanting to enjoy and be stylish, but also afraid of revealing his fortune and causing disaster.

"Otherwise, let's forget it... Second Master Lian is not as talkative as the old man. If what his second uncle said was true, Second Master Lian would have been dissatisfied with our Lai family long ago, just for the sake of the old lady." It didn't happen...

Now that the mansion is short of money, if we buy land and build a garden at this time, wouldn't it be intentional to provoke him?

Father of the baby, don't forget what happened to the Shan family back then..."

When Lai Da and Lai Mammy heard this, their hearts shuddered.As one of the stewards of the Rongguo Mansion, the Shan family was not as deep-rooted as the Lai family, but they were also promoted by Jia Mu, but they were caught by Jia Lian because of their greed for ink. Not only Shan Daliang himself was beaten to death, but also The whole family was driven to the extreme cold in the north to farm.

Lessons learned from the past, we must guard against it.

"Old lady, how about putting this matter on hold for the time being and discussing it in the future?"

Upon hearing Lai Da's words, Mammy Lai nodded quickly: "Then take it slow...but you can buy the land of those families first, otherwise I'm afraid they will regret it later."

"According to the old lady's words, when my son is free, I will discuss with them about buying the land."

It's just buying a few pieces of land. If you don't make a fuss, you don't have to worry about it.Having been the chief housekeeper in Rongguo Mansion for more than ten years, he has long been very skilled at how to deceive his superiors and his inferiors, and how to keep everything from leaking.

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After Jia Lian returned home, Sister Feng had already eaten.

Seeing Jia Lian coming back, while serving Jia Lian's meal, he told Jia Lian what happened in the afternoon.

Sister Feng originally wanted to see Jia Lian's unusual reaction, but when she found out, she couldn't help sitting next to Jia Lian, and asked with a smile, "Why, why aren't you angry this time?"

"Why should I be angry?"

Jia Lian asked back, and continued to eat.

Sister Feng pouted, she had already seen how much Jia Lian cared about Daiyu, and men seemed naturally stingy about such things, even Jia Lian was no exception.The last time Jia Baoyu made trouble in Daiyu's room, Jia Lian's tough reaction was a clear proof.

Also, I still remember that when Baoyu was still so young, he didn't let him ride in the same carriage with him, it was obvious that he was narrow-minded...

"It's rare that you're not angry. The old lady even asked you to go there specially, presumably for this matter. When you are free later, remember to go to the old lady."

After Sister Feng explained, she was about to leave.

But Jia Lian stopped her, "Now that the concubine's visit is over, it's time to reward the servants for their merits.

As soon as I have prepared all the rewards, I will put them in the officials. You will call all the servants into the compound in a while, and reward them according to the previously agreed plan. "

When Sister Feng heard it, she was not surprised.It is the tradition of the Jia family to reward meritorious deeds after major events.

"Why, you didn't come to the scene in person, but let me do it alone?" Sister Feng laughed.

"You do the previous things first, and I will be there when the time comes. By the way, Ping'er has to borrow me tonight."

"What do you want Ping'er to do?"

Sister Feng subconsciously asked, seeing Jia Lian frowned, then her eyes turned cold, she was stunned, and immediately realized: "Could it be that you plan to... tonight?"

After all, they are a couple sharing the same bed. Jia Lian has a lot of plans, and Sister Feng still knows.

"Why, no?"

After hearing Jia Lian's tone, Sister Feng immediately made up her mind.

"Do you want to do it tonight? Don't think about it anymore. After all, the old lady is still there, but she is just a slave, and the cleaning up will not be the same sooner or later.

According to me, it's not too late to settle the matter after the old lady has gone..."

Sister Feng tried her best to persuade her.

"Excessive indulgence is a crime in itself. I have given him opportunities many times, but he doesn't know how to cherish them. If that's the case, what kind of empathy is there? As I said earlier, you don't need to worry about this matter. As long as you cooperate with me, the old lady will handle everything by me."

Seeing Jia Lian's resolute attitude, Sister Feng didn't say anything.

Anyway, she was right not to get involved in this matter.Mother Jia may not have much to do with Jia Lian's eldest grandson, but it is too simple to wear small shoes for her.Therefore, Jia Lian did this for her sake.