Cyan Lotus of Space Clearance

Chapter 5
Although you don't need to do it yourself, you still have to look at the various things you want to bring to Zhuangzi. Under the leadership of Zhang Jiashi, Su Yierha began to get in touch with the unique butler directors in ancient times.

She didn't know how much Su Yierha had learned from Zhang Jiashi before, and she was not arrogant enough to think that what she learned in the 21st century could be applied freely in ancient times, so she upheld the principle of saying less, doing more and seeing more Principle passed the day.

Accompanied Zhang Jiashi for dinner, and checked the number of people who will be taken away tomorrow.The two big maids beside Su Yierha, Chunyu Qiushi, must be brought along. The four second-class maids took two and kept two.Accompanying them were Mother Zhao, Cuiyu and Ziping, the two big maids beside Zhang Jiashi, and Fenghe, who was put up as one of the stewards of Zhang Jiashi's dowry room, and more than twenty Escort servants.There are seven or eight cars connected, which is a big team.

"Then I'll go back, and Er Niang will also go to bed earlier."

"Wait a minute." Zhang Jiashi told Zhao Nanny, "Go and get that box."

Nanny Zhao responded, turned around and entered the room, and after a while, she came out carrying a black lacquered wooden box painted with gold.

Su Yierha looked at the box in front of him. It was about forty centimeters long, thirty centimeters wide, and about forty centimeters high. It was made of black lacquer, and the edges were painted with flowers and inlaid with gold and mother-of-pearl. The workmanship is simple and elegant. delicate.There are two doors on the left and right on the facade, and a delicate golden lock of double fishes is hung on the door.

Zhang Jiashi took a slender key to unlock the golden lock on the top, opened the two doors, and saw that there were three drawer boxes inside, the inside and outside of which were also polished and lacquered. Jincui's workmanship is even more exquisite and meticulous than the outer box.Su Yierha wanted to get it, which is also an exquisite antique work of art.

Zhang Jia pulled out the three drawers, and saw that the red silk inside was covered with several pieces of bright and bright jewels: "This is what your mother Guo Luo Ma Fa Guo Luo left for Er Niang. , are some rare boutiques, now Erniang left them to you, you have to keep them well."

Su Yierha's eyes were dazzled, and it took a while to say to Zhang Jiashi: "Er Niang, I wasted it on my daughter, let's leave it as a family heirloom for my future sister-in-law."

"Where did my brother come from... Even if I have one, I will give it to my daughter." Zhang Jia's eyes were filled with melancholy, but his face was full of love that could not be laughed at. This daughter obviously likes but is not greedy, "Don't worry , Erniang still has some here, these are suitable for your current use, you can take them at ease."

"Then, thank you, my mother!"

"Okay, let's go back."

After returning to the yard, Chunyu Qiushi waited on them to wash and wash, and Su Yierha hurriedly asked them to go down to rest: "Okay, you guys go wash and rest too. You have been tired all day, and you have to go out of the city tomorrow morning."

"Yes." The two of them are used to Su Yierha not being served at night, but today they are really tired after packing up and walking around.

As soon as the door was closed, Su Yierha walked into the space with the box.Precious things should be put in space to rest assured, these treasures can’t be bought even if you have money in modern times...

Randomly put the box on a flat cyan boulder by the pool, turned to look at the planting area, Su Yierha couldn't help opening his mouth, "Ah!" The dying flower and fruit tree that was planted in the morning has become green and full of vitality Bobo, even the height jumped a lot.

Does this mean that I will be able to eat these fruits and vegetables soon?
Su Yierha happily watered each plant. While watering, he thought, I don’t know what kind of peach tree it is. In his previous life, he liked to eat Beijing peaches and Huapi peaches the most. The peaches here no longer have the intoxicating taste they had when I was a child. They are hard and sour when bitten down, and some don’t even have a sour taste... It would be great if these two peach trees were honey peaches and Huapi peaches.Well, I don't know what species these two citrus trees are. It would be great if they were Emperor tangerines or Shatian tangerines. Unfortunately, they seem to be produced in Deqing and Sihui, Guangdong... and they are hybrid varieties. Maybe we can try them in the future.Grapes, I like rose fragrance the most, it tastes so good, and there are black grapes the size of olives... Well, exotic varieties, it's useless to think about it.There are also sweet and sour strawberries, sweet and juicy cherries, unknown fruit trees... grow up quickly, bear fruit quickly...

Think about the fruit that is full of space and eat it if you want, what a happy prospect!
Oh, and tea. I didn’t like all kinds of drinks in my previous life. I like drinking tea just like my father. I don’t know what kind of tea these two small tea trees are. In the future, I will definitely get the Dahongpao from Wuyishan The branches are planted in the space, and you can drink it at any time...

When it comes to the field where the flowers are planted, there is no time to water them carefully. Su Yierha took some space and sprinkled it down. There is no way, she has always only admired the flowers, and it is difficult for her to treat them meticulously. .

I don't know if it's an illusion, it seems that even the space has changed a bit, soil? The air, water, and air all exuded a sense of lightness and joy...Maybe they are welcoming these natural plants to enter here, Su Yierha thought happily, maybe they are also alive.

Stayed in the space for a lot more time, based on the principle of not wasting, Su Yierha practiced calligraphy and embroidery for another hour, and finally ran to the lotus pond for a swim before reluctantly leaving the space. Gradually fall asleep while breathing.

After breakfast the next day, everything was ready, and Zhang Jiashi took Su Yierha to the old lady to say hello and leave.

The old lady's courtyard is located on the easternmost side of the mansion. There is a osmanthus tree in the courtyard that has been sparsely planted for decades, so it is named Osmanthus courtyard. In summer, it is cooler than other courtyards.

As the servant girl led the way to the main hall, when the door curtain was lifted, all kinds of eyes flew over.

This is also a main room with very antique furnishings, probably because of the old lady's daily life, although the decoration and color scheme are gorgeous, they are much more low-key.The old lady was leaning on the couch in the middle, which was covered with a satin cushion with a brown background and a pattern of blessings and longevity. The front and back were also inlaid with brocade with the same color pattern. Tea cups and various snacks are placed.There are long footrests on the bottom of the couch, and a pair of high-footed plum blossom-style small tables are set on both sides of the footrests and against the wall.On the left is a half-opened copper tripod incense box, and on the right is a beauty vase with flowers.There are two chairs and a table on the left and right sides of the basement. There are tea bowls and vases on the table.There is no need to elaborate on the rest of the curtains, ancient frames and furnishings.

There were already two women sitting on the right side, and when they saw Mrs. Zhang Jia, they hurriedly stood up respectfully.

These are her two cheap aunts.Su Yierha followed Zhang Jiashi to salute the old lady calmly.

"Forget it." Although the old lady's hair is a little gray but thick, she has a kind face, but her expression is a little tired, but her eyes are still bright and bright. When she saw Su Yierha who was following behind Zhang Jiashi, her eyes flashed A little surprised, said: "I think Su Yierha's recovery is much better than before."

"The illness is cured, but after all, it hurts the foundation and needs to be taken care of." Zhang Jia replied, and sat in the first place on the lower left of the old lady, receiving the greetings from the two aunts.

Su Yierha looked at her without any trace, and the first person sitting on the right was a tall woman with gorgeous facial features. The plain makeup and elegant clothes not only did not diminish her beauty, but added a bit of elegance. Wan, this is Aunt Yun. If it wasn't for the cold light in her eyes when she came in, Su Yierha would have thought she was a gentle and courteous concubine.

Aunt Mei, who was sitting on the second seat on the right, was much smaller and more exquisite. The loose and beautiful clothes and colorful attire did not take away her own brilliance, but made her skin like jade and her eyebrows delicate.Her movements are respectful, her expression is calm, and her eyes are full of charm and confidence... Well, compared to Aunt Yun's family background, she is a good concubine who carries a sedan chair to welcome her in, and her background is indeed higher.

Unfortunately, a good concubine is also a concubine.In addition, Aunt Yun gave birth to a son, and he is currently the only male in the Niu Hulu Mansion, so she is not as good as Aunt Yun in front of the old lady.

"I heard that my sister is going to take the second girl to Zhuangzi to recuperate. I don't know how long I plan to stay there. I can't live without my sister in this mansion." Aunt Mei smiled cleverly.

Those who didn't know thought she was really thinking about the Niu Hulu Mansion.Aunt Yun sneered in her heart, every mother-in-law will be dissatisfied with her daughter-in-law when she hears such words, right?It's just that if the old lady can't hear the provocation in her words, she will live such an advanced age in vain.

Sure enough, the old lady frowned and reprimanded: "It's not up to you to intervene in the affairs of this mansion! If you have fantasies and don't have these things, you might as well serve your master and girl well." Turning to Zhang Jiashi, she said: "The mansion will first I will take care of it, but you have to come back to take over at the end of the year. I think Su Yierha's nanny is also getting old, so you can choose a foster nanny for her when you come back, so don't delay it."

This statement is both soft and hard, both public and private, and it is difficult for Zhang Jiashi to refute.

Aunt Mei turned pale when she heard the words, and sat resentfully, twisting the handkerchief in her hand, feeling extremely depressed and angry.It's true that Zhang Jia's family decided to welcome her into Niu Hulu's mansion, but how could she survive in the back house as a concubine if she didn't compete for favor, and she also had a daughter with outstanding talents.Her daughter is the foundation for her to gain a firm foothold in this mansion, and she is also the hope that will bring her supreme glory in the future, but now she has been repeatedly frustrated and even grounded by the mother and daughter in front of her... If she hadn't taken advantage of their weakness at this time It's funny if you rake it!
The old lady gave Su Yierha a few more instructions, saying that she would go back to live in the mansion when she was in better health, it was cold in winter, Zhuangzi's conditions were not good, etc., and then she was let go.

After leaving the gate of the courtyard, most of the luggage had already been loaded into the car under Zhao Nanny's command.There are ten chariots in full, plus the accompanying personnel and chariots and horses, the scene is really spectacular.

It's not a summer escape during the hottest time of the year, nor is it a retreat during the coldest time of the year. Regarding the fact that the hostess brought her daughter to live in another village at this time, the servants have a lot of speculation in their hearts and dare not reveal half of it. Sentence, all the way out of the city silently.

Fangshan is located in the southwest of the capital, at the junction of the North China Plain and the Taihang Mountains, with mountains and hills in the northwest and extending to the Woye Plain in the southeast.

There are many mountain ranges branched from Taihang Mountain here, and the peaks are arranged high and low to form a natural barrier. There are more than a dozen large and small rivers in the territory. The Juma River and Dashi River twist and turn, and the Yongding River and Xiaoqing River pass through.

Along the way, Su Yierha often opened the curtain to look at the scenery outside. Far and near, there are both majestic mountains and rivers in the north and softness in the water towns in the south. Although it is not as beautiful as some modern artificial carvings, it is more beautiful. The natural beauty of Qingshan Yedu.

Su Yierha couldn't help sighing: "Even if you only stay for a few days, it's good. If you don't come to see such a beautiful scenery, you will be let down."

"You child!" Zhang Jiashi sighed with a smile, and silently modified the plan in his heart.

It turned out that she wanted to take advantage of the one or two years before the draft for Su Yierha to spare time to personally teach her some skills necessary for housekeepers and women in the back house, such as medicine, food and so on.Su Yierha's temperament is too honest, and she can't do harm to others, so it's good to have the ability to protect herself. A mother can't follow her daughter to protect her for the rest of her life.

Now looking at her appearance as a little bird, and thinking that she doesn't even kiss her brothers and sisters in the mansion, she manages the house by herself. Although there are a few close relatives but no age-matched younger sisters to keep her company, it can be seen that she This temperament is a bit withdrawn, and it is also cultivated. This time when I leave the house to live in Zhuangzi, I can't restrain her too tightly. If I have the opportunity, I have to take her out to relax.

"I've heard Zhao mama talk about the beauty of Zhuangzi, and now I'm lucky enough to see it with my wife. The servants have been looking forward to it for a long time." Chun Yu, who was waiting with the car, saw the master's expression relaxed, and got out of the carriage beside him. He took out a few snacks and refreshments from the room, and made some tea. Seeing that Zhang Jiashi closed his eyes and rested his mind, he hurriedly brought out a small quilt and pillow, so that Zhang Jiashi could lie on it more comfortably, and lightly beat her Stand up.

The car journey is long, and even the best scenery can be tiring. Seeing that Zhang Jiashi's mood has fluctuated greatly in the past two days, and his expression is tired, Su Yierha quietly moved his position and kneaded Zhang Jiashi's hands and legs joint.After a while, Zhang Jia fell into a deep sleep enjoying himself.

"You also know Zhuangzi in Fangshan?" Su Yierha asked Chun Yu softly.

"How do you know, I just asked Zhao Mama a few words when I was packing up my things yesterday." Chun Yu whispered back, "In the past, many fruits and nuts used in our house were produced in this village. The fishpond with lotus, if it is summer, the green leaves, red flowers, and fish playing with the lotus bottom must be beautiful."

Su Yier laughed lightly, this girl is quite romantic like spring flowers and autumn moon.

The carriage that had endured all day finally arrived before sunset.

In the villages in the fields at the foot of the mountain, there is also rising smoke from cooking.

"Look, that's our Zhuangzi." From a distance, Zhang Jia pointed it out to Su Yierha, "There are only 30 good fields? But the mountain behind Zhuangzi has a hill with fruit forests next to it." They are all from the village, and when I bought them, it was still a wasteland, and the fruit trees were exhausted in the blink of an eye."

Zhuangzi's construction is not like the houses in the capital with neat specifications and carved beams and painted buildings, nor the meticulously crafted gardens in the south of the Yangtze River. Cool and green.

Looking up, on the left side of the mountain, how many houses with gray stone walls and blue tiles?The house stretched out from the foot of the mountain according to the terrain, and outside the house was surrounded by bamboo fences, chickens and dogs chasing each other. It seems to be the residence on the Zhuangzi; on the right side of the mountain, there are also three tall houses and four slightly smaller houses near the hills. The houses in the village are all built of large pieces of limestone, which look more simple and solid. They should be the warehouses of Zhuangzi.A cloud wall was built between the left and right handguard-shaped houses, which meandered out, and a gatehouse was set up around the front to open the gate of Zhuangzi.

In the middle of these two rows of houses, three courtyards were built in the shape of a Chinese character, one front and two rear. Flowers and trees were planted all over the courtyards. Only ponds were dug at the confluence of mountain streams, lake stones were built, and short bridges and fences were built at key points. and Xiaoting.Since Zhuangzi is close to the mountain, the ownership of the two mountains behind the Zhuangzi was also bought together at the same time when Zhuangzi was bought. Although the back wall was also repaired when Zhuangzi was built, there were still gates and side lanes leading to the back mountain, from the foot of the mountain to the mountain. ?There are several pavilions and wooden houses for people to rest in the shade of the mountains, which are solid and full of the simple atmosphere of the mountain village.

Zhuangzi's gate opened early, and Zhuangtou also led people to welcome him at the door.

The manager of this Zhuangzi is Lin Wang, the husband of Mrs. Li, Su Yierha's nanny, and one of the servants who accompanied Zhang Jia's dowry. Mrs. Huan Li married him and appointed him to manage the Zhuangzi.

Su Yierha looked at him, and saw that he was dressed in a brown robe, with an ordinary appearance, but a taller figure than ordinary people. There was a hint of joy in his respect for Zhang Jiashi and her. His expression was sincere but not humble and flattering. He seemed to be a reliable person. .Standing beside him are his nanny Li Shi, Zhuangtou and the tent servants.

She also paid close attention to her nanny Su Yierha. She was wearing a blue robe, her thin face was pale and sickly, and her jet-black hair was simply tied up in a bun with a golden hairpin and Although the two velvet flowers are only two or three years older than Zhang Jiashi, they look like they are ten years older than Zhang Jiashi, and their youthful appearance can still be seen in their eyebrows and eyes.

"Ma'am!" Mrs. Li helped Mrs. Zhang get out of the car, Fang said something missing, and saw Su Yierha, with tears of joy in her eyes, "I heard that the girl is not clear, I have been Worrying, wanting to go to the mansion to take care of the girl, but my body is not up to snuff, now I feel relieved after seeing it, is it alright?"

"It's much better. The nanny should also take care of her own body." Thinking that she had a serious illness because of the death of her sick youngest son, Su Yierha felt more pity in her heart. This Li family had four sons in a row Only the eldest son and the third son survived. The youngest son passed away last year, and she seemed to be in poor health since she collapsed.

"That's the reason." Zhang Jia couldn't bear to watch her suffer, "You have to think about Lin Shan and Lin Feng, they will start a family in two years, why don't you ask Lin Wang to fuck That heart?"

"My wife is right. I hurriedly wiped my tears and accompanied my wife to the yard to rest. I have already driven for a day." Lin Wang hurriedly responded, and asked Mother Zhao for instructions, and arranged for someone to bring the The items were moved to the warehouse in the inner courtyard.

"Hey." Mrs. Li hurriedly wiped her eyes with a handkerchief, "My lady, come with me, the room has been tidied up, if you see something that is not thoughtful or needs to be added, just order..."

"Don't you understand my habits? It must be safe. I just have time to see what's going on in Yu'er's place..."

Only now did Su Yierha have time to slowly observe Zhuangzi's internal structure.

(End of this chapter)