The skilled widow is busy farming

Chapter 64

Qing'er dragged her brother and brought all the New Year's gifts from each family, giving them away one by one, and harvested a circle of delicious food.

Xiu Niang is very particular about her life and work. She will definitely send gifts during every year and festival. No one will be left behind when she goes from house to house, and the gifts she gives are heart-warming, so that you can get benefits. If you are poor, you will be given meat and pen and ink, and your children will study. The elderly can use it for food, and the family has no difficulty in spending money, so they can give them something exquisite, which can be used for entertaining guests and giving gifts on weekdays.

Qing'er and Yingzi, as well as a few other children, are taught these etiquette matters step by step. Boys also need to learn. They also need to be able to go out to socialize and socialize. They don't have to do it but they must be well-connected.

When she arrived at Grandpa's house, Qing'er shouted at the top of her lungs, "Grandpa, my second aunt wants to eat your fried food. She is too embarrassed to ask for it from you, so she asked me to exchange the New Year gift for some food."

"This girl, come into the house quickly, hahaha, Yingzi, go and deliver it to your master."

The eldest grandma was so happy that she couldn't help but ask her granddaughter to pick out some good ones for her.

"Take these back for me. I want to eat at your house. My aunt's cooking is terrible."

Qing'er tugged on Grandma Zeng's sleeve and said, "I'll give you a hand."

"Okay, I will send some food to your aunt later. This child's spirituality is useless in cooking. Everything is good, but the cooking is terrible."

The old man couldn't help laughing and teasing.

"I'll deliver food."

Yingzi packed a large basket of food, including fried foods, meat and vegetables, and took them all so that Xiu Niang didn't have to cook.

"Hey! Why is your aunt so sincere? Why are you giving me so many gifts?"

"My second aunt told me that Yingzi made a tapestry fan years ago and sold it for 30 taels of silver. I gave you a fan in return, plus these are for my brother and sister-in-law. My aunt said that the rules can't be broken. She can't take advantage of the child. She can't take advantage of the child elsewhere. .”

Qing'er is getting better and better at talking. These words are not for the old man, but for Yingzi's sisters-in-law.

"Look at what my aunt said, we are not like that. We have all been agreed upon by the family. How can we distort these things? My family is a carpenter, and the rules are the same. Only we give gifts to the master and do not receive any formal gifts from the master. We understand It’s my aunt who loves us.”

Sister-in-law Yingzi said with a smile.

"That's different, sister-in-law. Brother Ming is settling the accounts. My aunt said that Yingzi learned the craft late and is not solid at it. He has to continue learning for a few years. He can't look at this thing in front of him. You know I knit. How much does the fan cost?"

"It is certain that you will have more students than Yingzi. If you learn at a young age, you will learn better than Yingzi."

My sister-in-law knows this.

"I knitted three fans, a total of 85 taels. This is because I haven't mastered my skills yet, so I let the two of us see how good they are for the first time."

"My dear, this is too much. You, a little girl, can earn so much."

"It's very hard."

The old lady shook her head.

"I know that, hard work pays off, it's worth it. How many people work hard for a long time and still don't have enough money? Grandma, when will Yingzi be able to do this? It will take several years."

"It will take at least five years before you can start school. Yingzi has learned more spiritually than me after finishing his studies. You can think about it for yourself. Excluding the time for play and school in primary school, I have studied several years longer than Yingzi."

"That's it, then just learn with peace of mind."

"My second aunt said, I will give you a fan. If you raise a girl, you will pay her to learn the craft. It is because you love Yingzi. I will keep this fan for you. If you are short of money, you can sell it for emergencies." "We." Let Auntie worry about it, it won’t be that difficult.”

The sister-in-law quickly waved her hand. How could someone give a big gift and just sell it? What kind of person is this?

The old lady rolled her eyes at her granddaughter-in-law and said, "She is trying to beat you up. You are not allowed to use Yingzi as a tool to make money. Xiu Niang will not treat you badly, especially with money, but you must discuss Yingzi's matter with her, otherwise she will whip you." . I don’t lack your money, and you are not allowed to have Yingzi’s ideas. You can sell Yingzi for money and wait for Xiu Niang to deal with you. But don’t forget what the fate of the Wang family will be.”

"No, that's my sister. Yingzi spent 20 taels of silver to embroider purse handkerchiefs this year and gave them to her parents. My aunt didn't even mention it. I know she's taking care of us. How can my sister be like that? As for treatment, whenever I have such thoughts, the boss will slap me to death."

"Well, I just want to say one more thing. Don't worry. You don't have to worry about Yingzi's dowry. You will not be short of a copper. Our house will definitely be built. There is no rush. Let us wait for the old couple to get it slowly. Go next year.”

"I listen to the elders."

"My aunt said that Yingzi is down-to-earth, steady, and good-looking. After being taught, she will take her away. When my brother rushes for the exam, he will take us to the capital to see the world. I will not be short of your money and future. If there is a good marriage, it will be good for my brother. They are also a great help.”

"Okay, I know my aunt protects her, so how can I dare to make plans against my own sister? Yingzi is sensible and respects our sisters-in-law. She works hard and loves us all the time, so I'm not so evil-hearted."

The sister-in-law glanced at the sisters-in-law, who smiled at each other and were not angry.

"My mother wants to arrange a good marriage for Yingzi, so that she can support my sixth brother's future in the future. I didn't ask for details, but I think my mother is very strict with Yingzi's rules. She must have her own ideas. When the time comes, we will Discuss carefully with Grandpa Zeng and the others."

"Think so far."

"There is far-reaching value and significance. If you want both men and women to get ahead, they must support each other. You cannot do it alone."

"That's right. Let's not mention it. It's too far away. We'll talk about it later. I made braised pork today. Did Yingzi serve it to your aunt?"

"I packed a few dishes, enough for her to eat. Qing'er, please hire a cook for your family next year, otherwise your aunt won't know how to cook."

"My grandma also said that next year we will invite a cook to come over to cook. The people working in the fields will also have to deliver meals when they are busy. My aunt is not strong and cannot be tired."

"You have to spend the money you need to hire a cook. It's best to be a family. The man drives the car and the woman cooks."

"Okay, ask my grandpa after the New Year."

Qing'er glanced at her brother before nodding.

At noon, the two children had dinner at the grandpa's house. The Chinese New Year is approaching, and every household is busy making delicious food and preparing things in advance, such as fried goods, cleaning the house, posting couplets, hanging lanterns, etc. It is very lively .

Yingzi had lunch with Xiu Niang at noon.

The master and apprentice ate alone, and they could talk.

"Yingzi, did Qing'er tell you that I hope you can marry far away in the future? I have said hello to your grandpa Zeng. As long as you study well, I will arrange a good marriage for you and support you in the future. brother."

"Master, I didn't think so much. I listen to my elders and learn my skills first."

Yingzi has a down-to-earth character, she doesn't pursue things she doesn't understand, and she is willing to work hard to learn skills. By comparison with her, Qing'er has lost all her irritability and is more willing to study and learn skills. She is willing to work hard and work hard.

"Yes, that's what I like about you. Everything has to wait until spring, and when they send back good news, then I can decide on the next step."

Xiu Niang looked up at the snowy scene outside the window, breathed a sigh of relief, and showed an expectant smile on her lips.

(End of this chapter)