Chapter 953 Brother Hua's Marriage (2)

The rain has been falling non-stop, pattering, beating on the eaves making a tinkling sound.

Xiang shi leaned against the pillow of the indigo vine pattern cloud, closing his eyes and dozing off. The gilded beauty tripod in the room gave off a faint fragrance, which made people drowsy and sleepy.

Hearing the sound of small footsteps, Mr. Xiang opened his eyes, looked at the close-fitting pressed flower garden Ye and asked, "What's the matter?" Mrs. Qiu was a no-brainer. She is in charge.

As soon as he entered the door, he took on such a heavy burden, and Xiang was also trembling, for fear of making a mistake and making a joke.

Pu Ye said in a low voice, "Someone has come from Haocheng." Although they had only been married for more than a month, as the mistress of the house, Xiang's news was still very well-informed.

Mr. Xiang nodded and stood up: "It's time to go and say hello to my mother." Because Han Jianming was a well-known dutiful son, Mrs. Xiang was also oriented in the morning and evening, and was very attentive. Even if Qiu Shi did not let her pass, Xiang Shi did not leave a single rì. In this regard, Han Jianming expressed his satisfaction.

As soon as Mrs. Qiu read Yuxi's letter, she heard the maid say that Mrs. Xiang was here. Qiu Shi put down the letter and said with a smile, "Please come in quickly." Qiu Shi was very satisfied with this daughter-in-law.

Xiang Shi gave Qiu Shi a blessing: "Mother."

Qiu said cheerfully: "Family, what are you doing with so much ceremony? Come here, come and sit here." After speaking, she patted the seat next to her.

Mr. Xiang walked over and sat down slowly. After sitting firmly, he pursed his lips and smiled: "Mother is so happy, is there any happy event? Let my daughter-in-law listen to it and have a good time."

Qiu shi rubbed his forehead on his forehead, and said, "Yu Xi had someone bring some things over." There were many kinds of things, including food and clothing. Oak-hee doesn't send it often, but about once every three months.

Xiang Shi's hand paused, but quickly smiled and said, "Princess is really filial, and my mother is blessed." She has been married to the master for more than a month, but she has not received any gifts from Yuxi. It's not that she wants that, but Oak-hee's status is special. If Oak-hee didn't want to see her, it would be difficult for her to gain a firm foothold in the Han family.

Ruyan held a huanghuali wood box and placed it on the table. The box was carved with begonia flowers, which was lifelike. Just by looking at the box, you can tell that the contents inside are very precious.

When Qiu opened the box, he saw that there was a Guanyin of Sending Sons inside. This statue of Guanyin is made of a solid piece of white jade. The head of the Avalokitesvara is as white as jade, with a spiral bun on its head, a cape-style cassock, a tassel on the chest, a jade bracelet on the wrist, and a lotus in hand. Dignified posture. At Wei Wei's place, an innocent and innocent boy plays with clothes and dresses. Not to mention that it was carved from high-quality Hetian white jade, this carving is very rare.

Such an exquisitely beautiful Goddess of Mercy sending sons is invaluable, and Xiang Shi's eyes flashed a touch of moving.

"This is given to you by the princess. I hope you can help the Han family as soon as possible." This gift from Yuxi won the heart of Qiu's family.

After finishing speaking, Mrs. Qiu looked at Mrs. Xiang's stomach and said, "Mother also hopes to hear the good news from you early." I have to say, this is Qiu's biggest regret.

Xiang Shi's face stiffened, and he immediately lowered his head and said, "Mother..." Qiu Shi had already said similar things many times after she had been married for more than a month, which put a lot of pressure on her. . In fact, Xiang Shi also wanted to have a child early, so that she could gain a firm foothold.

Qiu meant that Xiang was shy, smiled and patted her hand and said, "What's so shy about this."

When Han Jianming came over, he heard this, opened the pearl curtain and said with a smile, "Why are you shy?"

People are very happy when they are happy, and since marrying the Xiang family, Han Jianming has been in a good mood.

Qiu Shi hurriedly asked someone to arrange a seat for Han Jianming, and then said, "When will Ah Xin give birth to me a grandson?"

Han Jianming glanced at the shy Xiang Shi, and said with a smile: "Mother, this matter can't be rushed, just let it go." Xiang Shi is in good health. Hospital, there must be good news soon.

After Ruxia made a cup of tea and put it next to Han Jianming, she retreated behind Qiu Shi.

Yuxi didn't drink much tea, but Han Jianming, on the contrary, had to drink tea every rì. Xiang Shi also learned the tea ceremony when he was a child, so the husband and wife have a lot of topics to talk about.

Han Jianming lifted the lid of the tea, glanced at the teacup and said with a smile, "Mother, this tea is a piece of the princess' heart, you should drink it at ordinary times." Lu'an melon tablets can cool down heat and quench thirst, and help digestion, which is very suitable for Qiu's drink.

Everything Oak-hee gave to the Qiu family was the best. Except for Han Jianming, Qiu's family would not use these things for anyone else, even Brother Chang, who was very fond of her, would not have this honor.

"Look at you smiling, what did Oak-hee tell you?" It was rare to see his son so happy.

Han Jianming was really happy: "Yu Xi's letter said that General Xu liked Brother Hua and wanted to give him the eldest daughter." These relatives will be very beneficial to the Han family in the future.

"General Xu? Which General Xu?" Mrs. Qiu was not interested in external affairs, and was naturally unfamiliar with people in the officialdom. Qiu's was the age when he had fun with his grandson, and he didn't know what was going on outside, and no one thought it was a big deal.

"It's Xu Zhen, the second most useful general under the prince." After a pause, Han Jianming added: "The first one is Feng Dajun, Qiqi's father-in-law."

Qiu Shi thought about it for a while, but she still had no impression, even with Madam Xu: "How does that girl look? How is her taste?" In the capital, it is necessary to find out the three generations of each other's ancestors for marriage, and this Xu family, she It is not understood at all.

Regarding the marriage of the stepson, Xiang was very wise and did not interrupt. Not to mention Brother Hua who grew up in the palace, even Brother Chang who is now in the palace, she is not qualified to manage.

Han Jianming said with a smile, "Mother, don't you believe Yuxi's vision? Yuxi said that this child is very handsome and has a hearty mood. I think you will like it, mother." Okay-hee wouldn't say more after he'd figured it out. It's just that this didn't happen, and Han Jianming didn't tell Qiu's. Now that the Xu family has taken a fancy to Brother Hua, he will not mention the past.

Thinking that the second son's daughter-in-law was chosen by Yuxi, Qiu's family has nothing to say: "I didn't go back to Qiqi's marriage, and I will definitely go back when Brother Hua gets married." She is in good health now and will return to Haocheng No problem.

Han Jianming said with a smile: "Mother, the girl from the Xu family is only fifteen years old this year, and it is estimated that it will take two or three years to get married!" Unlike the capital, they get married on fifteen or sixteen.

Qiu Shi nodded, and repeated the old saying: "Hua is a younger brother, and he is about to get married. Chang is two years older than Hua, and his marriage should be settled. I can't. The older brother is later than the younger brother, so what's the point?" When they said it, their faces didn't look good.

Speaking of Brother Chang, Han Jianming's face is not very good-looking. Because of Yingxiang's incident, Han Hao's daughter-in-law was very strict with this, and was afraid that something similar would happen again. Han Jianming said: "I will hurry up on this matter."

Qiu looked at Xiang and said, "Ah Xin, the peonies in the yard just bloomed. You invite all the ladies to enjoy the flowers."

Xiang Shi felt that this matter was a bit tricky. She just passed the door and didn't know much about Brother Chang. How could she know what kind of daughter-in-law to choose for Brother Chang. If you choose well, you should. If you choose not well enough to be angry with the old lady, then it will be difficult for her son in the house. Xiang looked at Han Jianming and hoped that he would refuse.

It is a pity that the husband and wife have cultivated a good tacit understanding. Thinking that Brother Hua is about to get engaged, Brother Chang really can't delay any longer. Han Jianming nodded and said, "Mother's idea is very good. Axin, you can reveal this." Those who are interested will bring their own girls over.

Even if she was reluctant, Xiang's family couldn't refuse: "Okay." The stepson is older than her, and it's really not an ordinary pressure to see the stepson.

"By the way, Qiqi has been pregnant for more than two months. You can't show any signs of being a father, right?" It was a big regret for Qiu's family that she was not able to go back to Qiqi's wedding.

Han Jianming said with a smile, "I've already asked someone to buy it." He valued Feng Dajun's in-laws very much, and because Qiqi's belly was his first grandchild, how could he not care.

Mr. Xiang was in charge of the affairs of the back house, and Han Jianming did not let her interfere in the affairs of the front yard, and he never told her.

Qiu said with a sigh: "Has Zaozao's wedding date been set?" Now Qiu is also concerned about the marriage of her grandchildren, and she doesn't care about other matters at all.

"No. I think the prince and the princess should stay as the princess for another two years." He originally wanted Zaozao to marry Brother Chang, but Yun Qing didn't like it. Otherwise, he wouldn't have to worry about it.

Qiu Shi frowned.

Han Jianming looked at Qiu Shi's look and immediately said, "Mother, the prince and the princess are reluctant to marry off their daughter and want to stay for two more years. It is human nature." Even if the mother is an elder, she is not qualified to interfere in the marriage of the grand princess . Otherwise, let the lord know that he dislikes the Han family more and more.

Qiu Shi swallowed the words that came to his mouth.

The maid outside said, "Old Madam, Master, Second Master is here to greet you."

Han Jianming frowned, but he didn't want to make Qiu's mood bad, so he didn't say anything.

Brother Chang was about the same age as Mrs Xiang. In order to avoid suspicion, he asked the old lady for peace and went back without staying for dinner.

After dinner, Han Jianming went back to the front yard to deal with matters, leaving Xiang Shi to accompany Qiu Shi.

After Mr. Zhao knew about Brother Hua, he smiled and said, "Congratulations, sir." The Han family has another capable in-law.

Han Jianming sighed and said, "I don't need to worry about Hua'er's marriage, but Chang'er..." If Hua'er was the eldest son, it would be great, and he didn't need to worry.

Having been with Han Jianming for 30 years, how could he not know Han Jianming's heart disease: "Second Master is still young, he will be sensible after he gets married." Even Mr. Zhao himself did not believe it.

Han Jianming said, "Hope it!" If Brother Chang couldn't support the wall, he would not hand over the Han family to him. He didn't want the Han family, which he had worked so hard to revitalize, to let Brother Chang fall again.

When Xiang was a girl at home, he never attended any big gatherings, and at most he invited a few close friends to get together. Now let her entertain the family members of officials above the fourth rank in Jinling City, she has no heart at all.

Fortunately, Mr. Xiang is smart. Since he doesn't understand, he will find someone who understands to help: "I have never held such a large banquet before, and I am a little flustered. Mother, can you let Mama Li give me some pointers?"

The Qiu family was a man who didn't like to be in charge. Before the Xiang family married and entered the inner courtyard, many matters were decided by Li's mother. The other lady in charge has been dismissed by the Xiang family.

Turning to look at Li's mother, Qiu said, "This banquet will make you tired." Li's mother is still very experienced in this regard.

Mama Li said with a smile, "I just hope that Madam won't dislike me for being too busy." Mrs. Xiang took over the general affairs and evacuated some people, but she didn't move. The reason is very simple, the kitchen steward is the son and daughter-in-law of Li's mother.

Mrs Xiang said with a big smile, "Then I'll trouble Mama Li." Mrs Xiang is also a smart person, she won't fight against Mama Li until she has a firm foothold. Otherwise, Mama Li blows wind in Qiu Shi's ear, and she is the one who suffers.

Qiu Shi would enter the Buddhist hall on time every day at three quarters of the year, and this time was no exception.

Back in the main courtyard, Xiang's maid, Pu Ye, said, "Girl, do you really want Mama Li to help Cāo hold the banquet?"

Mrs. Li's daughter-in-law, Mrs. Zhang, managed the kitchen and stole a lot of money, but Mrs. Xiang did not pursue her and did not touch her at all. But Mrs. Li was not only not grateful, but instead stumbled on Mrs. Xiang several times, so Pu Ye was very dissatisfied with Mrs. Zhang.

Xiang Shi smiled and said, "I can't hold this banquet without Mama Li's help." Someone must point out this kind of thing.

Pu Ye said softly, "You can ask my aunt to help me!" Pu Ye was talking about Madam Xia.

Xiang Shi glanced at Pu Ye and said, "It's not in compliance with the rules, the master will be unhappy when he finds out." Mama Li is from the Han family, so it's okay to ask her to help. But asking for help from outsiders will bring down the face of Han Mansion.

Pu Ye was a little frustrated: "Girl, when will we clean up that Zhang's?" Pu Ye hated Zhang's arrogance.

Xiang Shi said lightly: "This is not in a hurry." When she has a firm footing, she will clean up these servants who rely on the old and sell the old.

Pu Ye did not speak any more.

After a while, another maid of Xiang's futon came in and said softly: "Madam, the second master sent a message saying that Madam's medicine is almost finished." Xiang's mother's illness can only be taken care of now. After Han Jianming and Xiang Shi got engaged, they invited a doctor, and the doctor said that they should take good care of them.

Pu Ye's face was very ugly, and he said, "After the wife's medicine is finished, go to the pharmacy to grab it, and tell the girl what to do?" The Han family gave 8,000 taels of dowry. In her mother's house, it was also for this reason that the servants of the Han residence looked down on Xiang's family.

The futon glared at the garden leaves, really, which pot did not kick open. Saying this is not to poke the girl's heart more.

A look of tiredness appeared on Mrs Xiang's face: "Let him go back first, and the medicine will wait for two rì." (To be continued)