The blessing of the splendid farm family is married to the world

Chapter 61 Confrontation
Several people around couldn't stand it, and they all said to the scholar, "Why is he bothering you? Didn't you eat your meal?"

The other two at the same table were fellow scholars, and one persuaded: "Brother He, don't be so angry."

The other said that the little boy was very polite: "Little friend, go to the seat next to you and read a book. You said that we are eating well, but you bleed from time to time beside you, how can we eat?"

Brother He snorted, "Poor and consumptive, what books are you paying for?" Seeing that someone was dissatisfied, he said directly: "Whoever has money among you will take him to eat."

The little boy blushed, holding the book in his hand and retreating to the corner.

When she came to An Xu's side, she reached out to grab the little boy's arm and said, "Let's read a book here."

My family is also here for the exam, and I don't want to interfere with Zong Che's exam because of meddling, so An Xu just pulls the little boy over and doesn't say a word.

Seeing that the little boy had a place to go, everyone turned their eyes away from eating and reading.

The three big men at the table over there didn't feel that they had been swept away, and they both greeted that brother He to continue eating.

The lobby returned to its former bustle.

Only then did the little boy whisper, "Thank you."

Just two words brought out silent sobs, and two big teardrops fell from his eyes.

An Xu's eye sockets were also a little sore, he only came out to take the exam by himself for such a young child.

He had to take out a handkerchief to wipe the little boy's face, and when he took it out, he realized that he was not used to carrying a handkerchief at all, but Zong Che always carried it with him.

An Xu directly reached out, rummaged through Zong Che's cuff on the left, took out the handkerchief and handed it to the little boy.

Zong Che glanced at her, but said nothing.

"Why did you come to the exam alone?" An Xu asked, rinsed his own bowl with tea, and served him a bowl of porridge from the basin in the middle.

"I only have grandma at home, and grandma is too old to travel far away. However, I came with people from the town." The little boy tried his best to hold back his emotions and explained: "They live in Xinghua Street. I couldn’t afford to live, so I came here.”

these people---
An Xu didn't even know what to say. After all, no one had to pay for another person's exam fees.

"Eat something," An Xu pushed the bowl forward again, "Eat enough, and then take the exam well, and they will all envy you if you pass the exam."

Speaking of this, An Xu remembered that this was a scholar exam, and the little boy in front of him was only eight or nine years old, so he must be a very smart child.

The little boy said shyly, "I'm not hungry."

An Xu was amused, picked up another steamed bun, broke open the bag full of vegetables and put it in his hand, said: "Eat, sister, I can still afford a meal."

Zong Che sneered and lowered his head to eat.

The depression in my heart can't be relieved, even caring about a stranger, taking care of me for so many days, I'm afraid it's because of her bad intentions.

After dinner, An Xu said to the little boy, "Come here tomorrow morning, let's eat together."

"I brought food with me, and I have money to buy food," the little boy said seriously, "Thank you sister, but no need."

An Xu knew that children's self-esteem was often heavier and more fragile than adults, so he didn't say much at the moment, just smiled: "I've been talking for so long, and I still don't know what your name is."

"My name is Zhao Cheng."

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In the heated room filled with orchid fragrance, Lu Ningxin leaned on the bamboo couch by the window, sipping tea while watching the snow, the whole world turned into glazed snow, which made her feel very happy.

There are pedestrians coming and going downstairs, and the snow on the ground has been trampled into sewage.

When a servant-like man dressed in indigo cloth walked into the gate, Lu Ningxin sat up straight and ordered: "Baidu is back, make tea for him."

Qingluan turned around, and just after making a cup of thick hot tea, Liu Baidu's voice came from outside begging to see her.

When someone came in, Lu Ningxin said, "Drink tea to warm up first."

Liu Baidu thanked him gratefully. He bowed his waist and didn't dare to look at the third lady directly. He drank a cup of tea in a hurry and stood upright after returning the cup.

Mother said, the third lady has many rules now, he has to uphold them, otherwise no matter how close the relationship is, it will not be able to withstand the wear and tear.

"Have you found any news?" Lu Ningxin asked.

Liu Baidu lowered his head even lower, and replied: "I have searched all the inns within a mile radius of Fuxue. There are six scholars named Zhao Cheng, and the registered permanent residence is in Chaoyang County. There is only one, a ten-year-old child. Little I went to see it for myself, and it should be the person the lady is looking for."

Lu Ningxin sighed deeply, after searching for so many days, she finally found it.

"Tomorrow, let's go and see."

After finishing speaking, Liu Baibai took his leave, Qingluan closed the door, walked to Lu Ningxin's side, and lifted up the mattress on the couch, as if hesitating to speak.

"Are you curious why I insist on looking for this kid?" Lu Ningxin asked.

Yes, not only curious about this, but also why you always find people you have never met.

It's like a clear spring with no source, isn't it strange?

Lu Ningxin smiled and said, "I have my own reasons, and you will know when the time comes."

Ten years ago, Qi Guogong's family moved back to Beijing from the north, and passed through Huaiyang Prefecture. At that time, the wife of Shizi, who was more than nine months pregnant, could not withstand the bumps and gave birth in the wilderness. The child was out of breath after birth.

In order to stabilize the position of the wife of the eldest son, the lady discussed with the nanny to throw away the dead baby and replace it with the nanny's grandson who was born for more than half a month.

Because Qi Guogong's family didn't dare to delay the trip and took a step ahead of schedule, no one knew about Shizi's wife's change of son except for a few of her loyal servants.

It will take ten years to hide it like this.

In the past ten years, Mrs. Shizi became Mrs. Guogong, and she successfully gave birth to her second son by means of some means. She is also a respectable lady in the capital.

However, after she gave birth to her own son, she neglected the nanny's grandson a lot, which made the nanny and her daughter-in-law very dissatisfied.

The old lady couldn't bear the sight of her daughter-in-law pampering her eldest grandson, who couldn't even read the Three Character Classic at the age of ten, so she will forcefully bring her eldest grandson with her in the near future.

It is a rule for the eldest son and grandson to inherit the title, unless it is absurd to assume the title by default.

In order not to confuse the blood of Duke Qi, it is naturally impossible for Mrs. Duke to agree to her mother-in-law to bring her eldest grandson to raise her.And her nanny's family, no matter how loyal they were to her, they couldn't bear to watch their own child become a waste.

What's more, it is possible to pick the sweetest peach from a high place. Doesn't the nanny's family have any delusions?

There was a disagreement between the two parties, and when Mrs. Guogong taught others, it happened to be overheard by her husband who came to look for her.

So soon, the grandson of Duke Qi's mansion will die halfway, and the grandson of the nanny will naturally be the grandson of the nanny, and Mrs. Guo will not appear in the social circle of the capital for many years to come.

Until her eldest son, who is said to have died at birth, returned to Beijing to shine. He was the number one scholar in Guiyouke, and also the first batch of proud disciples of Zongche who was still in the Hanlin position.

Later, Zong Che was able to become the uncompromising Lord Zaifu. This person and the private support of the Duke of Qi were a great help.

As Mrs. Zong, Lu Ningxin had a lot of contacts with the Duke of Qi's mansion back then. She learned from the conversation that Mrs. Rong of the Duke's mansion was very sad when she knew that her eldest grandson was born in Huaiyang Mansion and died. Find the tomb of the eldest grandson.

Unexpectedly, her grandson did not die, but was picked up by an old man who went to the mountains to collect firewood. Later, because of his son's business, the family moved to Chaoyang County, De'an Prefecture, which is close to Huaiyang Prefecture.

Mrs. Rong once said that her grandson was very good. He took the government exam when he was ten years old. It was only because of the heavy snow and abnormal freezing that year that the little child couldn't eat well or dress well, so he didn't pass the exam.

Lu Ningxin didn't think that Mrs. Rong's words were exaggerating, that it was impossible for young Rong Rong to become the champion under Zong Che's main examination without real talent and learning.

If she can take this opportunity to bring the young prince who is still living a hard life to her side, the Duke of Qi will be her help in the future.

This time you failed the exam, you missed Master Enshi Gu, and you took back your great help in the future, Zong Che, even if you have wings in your life, you will not even think about flying again.

Lu Ningxin squeezed a pomegranate in her hand determinedly. The pomegranate was not big, but a lot of bright red juice popped out, blooming in her hand like fresh blood.

Qingluan hurriedly took out the handkerchief to help wipe it. I don't know why the lady is in a bad mood, so she tried to cheer up the atmosphere and said: "As expected of the Zhuangzi that the lady bought by name, the hot springs are dug out, the soil is still fertile, and the pomegranates are so good .”

Lu Ningxin hooked her lips happily. She had heard of the Zhuangzi's reputation in her previous life, how could it be bad?It is said that the original owner of Zhuangzi relied on the hot spring dug out later, but sold Zhuangzi, which was originally worth only 500 taels, to 8000 taels.

Being able to buy that hot spring village at a low price was the most valuable deal she ever made after her rebirth.

It snowed heavily overnight, covering the ground that had been swept clean with a thick layer of snow. In the middle of the night, a layer of bright snow light was reflected outside.

An Xu slept for a while, and when he got up again, it was already bright outside, and there was the sound of snow sweeping from the backyard.

She put on her clothes, opened the door and came out, just in time to see Xiaoer coming up with four steaming big copper pots in both hands.

"Miss An, you're awake, do you want hot water? I'll bring it to you next time." Xiaoer greeted warmly.

"Okay, sorry to trouble you." An Xu smiled.

Xiao Er said repeatedly: "No trouble, it should be. Our master chef in the back kitchen has already prepared breakfast. You can order what you want to eat first. I will pass it on to you when I finish my work."

"it is good."

There are only two mistresses in Guixiang Inn, one is Xiaoyuan, who greets them in the downstairs lobby, and the other is Xiaozhu, who is the one who brings tea, water, charcoal, and candles.

Regardless of his young age, he is quite slippery in doing things.

Seeing him skillfully opening the door sideways and sending hot water to the four rooms, An Xu couldn't help but sigh inwardly.

She walked from one end to the other in the corridor, stood by the railing and watched the snow scene on the street for a while, and when she heard Xiao Zhu's cry, she turned and went back.

Zong Che and An Chong, who lived next door to her, had also gotten up at this time, got hot water and went to wash themselves.

An Xu is not used to the food at the Guixiang Inn, but he is away from home, so let's make do with it if he can.

For breakfast, I ordered two dishes and millet porridge.

During the meal, I didn't see the child Zhao Cheng from yesterday. An Xu looked at the lobby several times, but he didn't see the child after the meal. He called Xiaozhu to order food and told him to send it to Zhao Cheng's room on the second floor.

Hearing this, Xiao Zhu smiled and said, "You are really kind."

Then he trotted to the backyard kitchen.

Zong Che asked: "You treat everyone so well? How can there be so many favors?"

Hearing this, An Xu glanced at him, thought for a while and said, "No, the person who can win my favor must first look pleasing to my eyes."

Zong Che: "——"

Fang Bo was full and warm all over. He watched the children bickering with a smile on his face, and reminded him, "Dani, aren't you going to buy a cloak and dry food for Brother Che today? I'll drive the car to take you there." .”

An Chong also said: "Sister, let's go, I want to visit Fucheng."

"What about you?" An Xu looked at Zong Che, "Stay in the inn to read, or come with us?"

Zong Che nodded.

An Xu: Little boy, I can't cure you yet.No matter how yin and yang you are, be careful and I will beat you.

The four of them walked towards the door together. An Xu's foot hadn't stepped out yet, but a foot wearing an orchid embroidered shoe stepped in from outside the door. on the person who came in.

It was a woman, dressed in brocade silk that was as silky as water, with a piece of emerald green silk silk wrapped around her arm, she looked like a young lady who would never set foot in such a place.

Not noticing that someone was about to come out, she almost fell backwards, but fortunately, the servant girl who had been following behind helped her up.

But she didn't seem to take the fact that she almost fell to heart at all, her eyes widened inadvertently when she saw Zong Che's face, and there was a flash of shock and disbelief.

"How do you walk?" Qingluan was furious as soon as she opened her mouth, and when she saw the person in front of her clearly, her expression became even more ugly.

For An Da Ni, she was quite impressed, and she also knew that the lady had sent Baidu to inquire about the list of people who were going to come to the prefectural examination in Zhipu County.

Doesn't seem to care who, but doesn't want a person to refer to.

"Why are you here?" Too shocked, Lu Ningxin blurted out when she saw Zong Che, and seeing him holding An Xu's hand, the disgust in her eyes almost overflowed.

Her husband in the previous life had always been very indifferent. After eighteen years of marriage, he had never held her hand at all, but now he was so close to the elder sister who took care of him. It was really disgusting.

Zong Che asked, "Excuse me, do you know me?"

Only then did Lu Ningxin come back to her senses, and said coldly, "I don't know, good dogs don't get in the way."

Then, regardless of whether there was a person standing in front of him or not, he stepped forward and walked in defiantly.

Dare to come to the scientific research, is it too rare for him to break a leg?
Zong Che pulled An Xu to take a step aside, so that An Xu and the woman who seemed to be insane didn't touch the corner of his clothes.

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