As soon as Zhou Geran reported to his house with Langmo, he was deeply attracted by the smell of food wafting from the backyard.

As soon as Aunt Zhou saw this familiar face, she quickly stepped forward to introduce herself: "I am Aunt Zhou from Zhiliju, and I am familiar with Miss Luo, I came to visit her today!" ”

Only then did Lang Mo nod and respond: "It turned out to be Aunt Zhou!" Miss Luo mentioned you, come with me! ”

"I'm tired of my little brother!" Zhou Geran thanked him politely, and followed the ink into the courtyard.

Silently following behind Lang Mo, the two quietly observed this legendary "murderous house".

Although the courtyard has long been in disrepair and in disrepair, if you look closely, you can still imagine its former magnificence.

This is a three-entry courtyard, and the shadow wall when entering the door has collapsed, but the weeds on it seem to have been trimmed, and it looks like it has a desolate and unique artistic conception at this time. Because the house inside has fallen a lot, the garden looks open and spacious at this time, and a three-story attic in the middle is still standing.

The tempting fragrance that Zhou Geran smelled was wafting from the kitchen next to the attic.

Through the door of the kitchen, Zhou Geran saw a woman fiddling with two small shovels on a large iron plate, and after a while, she picked up a bowl of strange sauce and smeared it.

Seeing that there were guests at home, Luo Qinghe took time to greet with a smile: "Oh, I'm sorry, I'm cooking, please drink tea and wait for a while!" ”

A few people were about to find a place to sit down, but they happened to see Fang Shaoze walking out of the attic in a bit of embarrassment, looking like he was packing up his things.

"Let Brother Zhou see and laugh! Because we have just moved in, many places have not had time to clean up, please forgive Brother Zhou! ”

"It's okay!" Zhou Geran politely returned the salute, although his heart had already been attracted by the food that Luo Qinghe was fiddling with, but he still didn't forget the purpose of his visit: "Master Fang, can you and I talk in private?" ”

Seeing that he was very solemn, it seemed that there was something big, and Fang Shaoze also hurriedly cooperated: "In that case, please ask the son to deign to enter the attic!" ”

Seeing that the two of them went to talk about business, Aunt Zhou also knew how to follow her, but let Yun'er drag her to the kitchen.

After putting away the pork and live chickens she bought, Aunt Zhou exchanged a few words with Luo Qinghe.

I only heard Luo Qinghe say while he was busy working: "Aunt Zhou, in fact, when I lived in your house a few days ago, I felt that something was wrong with Yun'er. I thought that this child was thin because he was hungry, but later I found out that you had never lost the child's mouth, so I went to ask Grandpa Lang Zhongchang, who saved me that day, and he said that Yun'er may have pinworm disease. ”

"What?!" Aunt Zhou was a little skeptical.

Luo Qinghe said patiently: "Otherwise, you can take a closer look at whether there are any white dots on Yun'er's nails." ”

When Aunt Zhou heard this, she hurriedly drove her thin hand and looked carefully for a long time, and sure enough, she found that there were a few white spots on each of the child's nails, so she hurriedly said: "Oops! I said why Yun'er is always nauseous and retching, and she has diarrhea every once in a while! I thought it was because this kid was greedy and ate too much, but I didn't think it was because he was sick! ”

Upon hearing this, Yun'er Deng was a little panicked: "That... Can I still be saved? ”

"Oh, it's not a big disease, many children will have cyanworms in their intestines!" Aunt Zhou hurriedly coaxed her son, and then turned her head to Luo Qinghe and said, "I seem to have heard someone say before, is it right to use peppercorns to cure this problem?" But here's how to do it..."

Luo Qinghe nodded and explained: "I also mentioned this method to my grandfather that day, you have to boil a pot of rice porridge first, add a spoonful of mashed peppercorn powder, and then boil it again, put it out and serve a bowl to Yun'er, you can eat it twice a day, and then when Yun'er defecates, you have to observe whether there are any insects that are discharged... Although this work is a bit disgusting, if you don't treat Yun'er again, I'm afraid that the worm will rob all the nutrients and delay Yun'er to grow taller! ”

When Aunt Zhou heard this, she hurriedly responded: "Don't worry, Yun'er is my heart!" As long as he is well, I can do anything, and when I get home in a while, I will prepare the porridge for him! ”

Saying that, Aunt Zhou thanked Luo Qinghe very gratefully: "Thank you so much, Miss Luo!" I, a mother, stay with Yun'er every day, and I don't even realize that this child is sick! If it weren't for you this time, Yun'er wouldn't know how many sins she would have suffered! ”

"It's okay, it's okay, Yun'er is a rare child, of course I have to take care of it!"

In the attic, Zhou Geran followed Fang Shaoze all the way to the terrace on the second floor. But when he leaned on the railing and looked down, he found that the house was four times larger than he had estimated! It's just that there are still large areas of barren places in the north yard that have not had time to be repaired.

When Fang Shaoze, who went to make tea for Zhou Geran just now, returned to the terrace, he found that he was looking at the dilapidated courtyard in a daze, and he was a little embarrassed at the time: "We have few people, we really can't repair it, so Zhou Gongzi laughs." ”

"It's okay!" Seeing Fang Shaoze coming, Zhou Geran hurriedly withdrew his gaze and sat down at the wooden table with him: "Young Master Fang, I heard some Top Gun in your piano sound that day, so I want to dare to ask, why are you willing to come to this dilapidated and barren courtyard to live in peace?" ”

But Fang Shaoze didn't seem to have the meaning of explaining, but just shook his head a little helplessly and said: "Gongzi Zhou, it's not that I don't want to tell you the truth, but after all, this matter has implicated the reputation of my father and brother, and I ask Gongzi not to mention it!" However, what Zhou Gongzi just wanted to say to me must not be this, right? ”

Zhou Geran didn't delve into it anymore when he heard this, but just cleared his throat and got down to business: "The reason why I came to you today is actually because I heard my father, who is in charge of Zai Taixue, say that the Holy Lord has granted 900 places in Taixue, saying that the remaining candidates who have not taken the exam or have not been ranked will have the opportunity to take the exam again, and if they are lucky enough to be selected, they will be able to directly participate in next year's exam." ”

originally thought that this bombshell news would surprise Fang Shaoze fiercely, but when he saw the calm appearance of the person in front of him, Zhou Geran couldn't help but be a little puzzled: "Did you hear about it before?" Then why don't you just study in Fang Mansion, but come to this ghost place to waste your energy? ”

Fang Shaoze still didn't have the meaning to explain, and said perfunctorily: "I just want to come out and experience life." ”

But hearing this, Zhou Geran sneered: "Young Master Fang, do you think I really don't know? I've always wanted to treat you as a friend, but you've always been reluctant to make friends with me! In fact, I know that the reason why you left angrily that day was because you didn't want your father to insult you like that, and now that you are leaving home, I think this is also the reason, right? ”

When Fang Shaoze heard this, his face turned blue.

Zhou Geran didn't care, and sighed to himself: "I guess the reason why you don't want to have a heart to heart with me must be because you saw me laughing with those perverts at the celebration banquet that day, and you felt contempt in your heart, right?" But do you know how difficult it is for me to be in my own situation? My father's only sister-in-law is honest and stupid, and it is difficult to make a big deal at first glance, but because he is a sister-in-law, he was sent to the examination field. Ironically, my father, in order to make him famous, ordered me to copy all the books on his cloak. But my eldest brother was useless, and he fainted with fright before he started the exam, wasting this place that others couldn't ask for. My father saw that my brother was useless, so he thought of a sideways way and wanted to use me to tie up with high-ranking officials. ”

Listening to his similar situation to himself, Fang Shaoze couldn't help but feel a little pity: "You... You can also seize this opportunity to go to Taixue and show your ambitions! ”

"Huh!" When Zhou Geran heard this, he shook his head and said, "Do you think that this Taixue exam is the same as the rules in the examination room?" The reason why the exam is so strict is mostly because of the presence of Qi Shanhou. But this exam is run by the people in the Tai Academy alone, and it is impossible to have a ranking without the recommendation of an official! But my father said that he was originally a Taixue official, and in order to avoid being talked about by outsiders for personal gain, he was... Let me figure it out for myself! ”

As he spoke, Zhou Geran glanced at Fang Shaoze meaningfully.

Fang Shaoze chuckled in his heart, frowned, and said, "That is to say... If I want to pass the Taixue exam, I have to go back to my father? ”

Zhou Geran was a little unbearable, but for the sake of Fang Shaoze's future, he still said bluntly: "That's right." Otherwise, you can only find a doctor of Taixue, but this way is not something you and I can ask for, so..."

When Fang Shaoze heard this, he was silent for a long time.

At this time, the food in the kitchen in the courtyard was already fragrant.

The dough was browned on both sides, crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, wrapped in yellow and white eggs and tempting sauces, Luo Qinghe sandwiched the fried meat patties and flour sausages in the dough, rolled them into a cake roll while they were hot, and then wrapped the lower end with oiled paper.

Fang Shaoze stood on the terrace on the second floor and smelled the tempting aroma, and then looked at the amazing faces of Lang Mo and Aunt Zhou, as well as Yun'er's gobbling up appearance, he knew that this thing must be delicious.

"Fang Shaoze, come on! Come and try it, it's delicious! Luo Qinghe rolled another piece of cake and shouted at Fang Shaoze upstairs.

Looking at the girl's bright and bright smile, Fang Shaoze only felt that the suffocating sorrow in his heart suddenly dissipated, and Fang Cai's eyes were still full of tenderness, and he turned around and said, "It's just right, Zhou Gongzi and I will go down to taste our family's new things!" ”

Seeing Fang Shaoze's mood at this time, Zhou Geran was shocked: Wasn't he embarrassed just now because of the Taixue recommendation? At this time, why did you change into such a spring breeze?

"Young Master Fang, is it possible... Do you already have the bottom in your heart? ”

Fang Shaoze didn't hide it this time, and said generously: "Don't hide it, before I left home, my teacher once gave me a trick, saying that if I have all the difficulties in the future, I will go to Taixue to find a doctor, Lord Yang." ”

"Lord Yang?" As soon as he heard this name, Zhou Geran's face changed: "But... But he's a..."

Fang Shaoze raised his hand to interrupt Zhou Geran's words, and said indifferently: "The family teacher told me at the time that this Lord Yang is full of wealth, and his character will not be too bad if he wants to!" The reason why it is described like this now is that it is a bit of a last resort! ”

Hearing this, Zhou Geran also felt that he was not very qualified to comment, so he nodded and did not squeak again.

Seeing that he was silent, Fang Shaoze also changed the topic very cooperatively: "Let's go, let's eat something delicious!" ”

But Zhou Geran still persuaded a little unwillingly: "But that Lord Yang is a little dangerous, if you don't go to Brother Fang, you can also go with me to socialize..."

"Thank you, Brother Zhou, for your kindness!" When Fang Shaoze heard this, he categorically refused: "Everyone has their own ambitions, and I also have my own plans." But since you treat each other sincerely, I also want to advise you: don't lose your life's reputation for immediate interests! If you want to go back in the future, I will definitely help you! ”

Zhou Geran sat at the dinner table at home, tasting like chewing wax.

Seeing that his son had been absent-minded since he came back, and he didn't even move his favorite winter melon and shrimp soup, Zhou Xiaomin wondered: "What happened?" ”

Suddenly coming back to his senses, Zhou Geran casually found a reason and said perfunctorily: "It's okay, it's just that I just got a novel meal at a friend's house, and I've been savoring it." ”

Mrs. Zhou said in a strange manner on the side: "The fifth young master is a celestial person, so naturally he looks down on these coarse tea and light rice at home!" ”

"I can't stop your mouth when I eat!" Zhou Xiaomin scolded lightly and continued: "Boss, you have to seize the opportunity of the Taixue exam this time!" ”

Zhou Xiaomin's eldest son, Zhou Gelu said impatiently: "Dad, the last time I took the exam, it was hard enough for me!" This time it's you who invigilate, or this time you should ask the fifth brother to copy an answer for me and bring it into the examination room! ”

As soon as he heard this, Zhou Xiaomin hated that iron could not become steel and scolded: "Stupid! If you spread this, will I still be able to wear this black hat! Besides, this time the topic is that all the doctors of Taixue have come up with three hundred and sixty questions, and then the saint will personally select ten questions to produce the paper, even if I tell you all the answers, when will you turn in the examination room! With this experience, it is better to read a book steadily! ”

But Mrs. Zhou fought for her son: "Since you can get all the questions out, let Lu'er memorize them over there!" You also have to read books, so it's better to read something useful! How much can be carried, and the rest will be lucky! ”

Zhou Xiaomin was also a little tempted when he heard this, turned his head to look at Zhou Geran and said with a smile: "Geran, haven't you ever drunk with Wei Shangshu?" With this friendship, if you go to woo and win over in the past two days, it should be for yourself! ”

Just for yourself? Zhou Geran sneered in his heart, isn't this a threat to me?

When Mrs. Zhou heard this, she hurriedly said attentively: "Yes, Fifth Young Master, I haven't seen you for a long time, Wei Shangshu must miss you!" I'm going to buy you an accessory and you'll wear it when the time comes!" ”

Although he responded on his face, Zhou Geran secretly vomited in his heart: that Wei Shangshu was full of yellow teeth and his brain was full of fat intestines, and he looked extremely disgusting! Even if you want to slap him, it's definitely not for this stupid Zhou Gelu!

However, since the family no longer has the idea of helping themselves, it is better for them to find someone to rely on quickly!

Seeing that he was silent, Zhou Gelu thought that his younger brother was a little embarrassed, so he hurriedly flattered: "Fifth brother! Since you love to eat so much, the eldest brother will buy you more and store it at home, so that you can eat it every day! ”

But Zhou Geran didn't have the slightest sense of appreciation: "Don't bother the big brother, my food is newly researched by a friend's family, and I can't buy it outside." ”

Zhou Gelu saw that he couldn't show goodwill, and he also felt shameless, so he cleared his throat and didn't squeak anymore.

Qinmoss Street

"Aunt Zhou! I call it a finger cake, not a pancake! Don't make a mistake! Luo Qinghe said helplessly.

Aunt Zhou suddenly patted her head: "Oops! You see, I always thought it was baked, and I forgot its name! But it's okay if I name it, why do you have to call it a finger cake? ”

But Luo Qinghe also felt that she was very innocent in this matter, she couldn't tell Aunt Zhou that this thing was already called a finger cake when she learned it from modern times!

"Oops, does it matter what it's called? As long as it tastes good! ”

Before Aunt Zhou could respond, Yun'er, who was full of food and drink, echoed on the side: "Sister Qinghe, your cake tastes great!" You see, Laifu has eaten a lot! ”

Luo Qinghe looked down when he heard this, and sure enough, he found that the little wolf cub's belly was round, and he was rubbing his back on the ground with his belly on his back!

I also said that this blessing can't grab milk to drink since he was a child, but looking at its posture of grabbing bread and eating, who wants to believe his nonsense!

chuckling and shaking his head, Luo Qinghe didn't look at this meaty little thing, turned his head and chatted with Aunt Zhou: "Aunt Zhou, I just wanted to give it a try on a whim yesterday, but since everyone loves to eat, then I'll do this finger cake business first!" Can you help me think about where I can set up a stall? ”

When Aunt Zhou heard this, she analyzed carefully: "Miss Luo, if you want to do business in the stall during the day, then you have to pay taxes to the government, and Aunt always thinks it's not cost-effective, so I still suggest that you wait until the night market to start doing business, and you don't have to pay taxes at that time!" ”

Ke Luo Qinghe thought about it, but he was a little embarrassed: "But our current residence is really a bit remote, I'm afraid that the night market won't be able to do it for a few hours before we have to come back!" And if we go out to set up a stall during the day, we can sell it all day! When the time comes, if there are too many people, how can you earn tax money! ”

Aunt Zhou also felt that there was some truth: "Since this is the case, then you can go to Juying Street to set up a stall, where the most people come and go, you can occupy a place as long as you pay the booth fee!" When the time comes, if you don't have enough manpower, the eldest lady will help you! You are in such a difficult situation now, so don't share dividends with your aunt, just give your aunt some hard-earned money. ”

Luo Qinghe was moved and nodded.

After Aunt Zhou led Yun'er home, Luo Qinghe hurriedly went into the attic to talk to Fang Shaoze about it.

But Fang Shaoze was very worried at this time: "Qinghe, you can make your own decisions about business, I believe in you!" Now, I have another thing I'd like to talk to you about. ”

As he spoke, Fang Shaoze told Luo Qinghe what Fang had just chatted with Zhou Geran, and then took out the bag that Mr. Zhao handed over to him, and said, "Mr. Zhao said that this Dr. Yang is extremely knowledgeable, but... But he has some special hobbies. ”

Luo Qinghe was puzzled.

Fang Shaoze rubbed his forehead and said wistfully: "This Dr. Yang has... Long Yang has no choice! ”

Luo Qinghe choked up, and the old man with a white beard looked at the young and helpless Fang Shaoze with squints, and was stunned for a long time before he reluctantly said: "You... Is there any other way? ”

Fang Shaoze shook his head: "If we can't find Dr. Yang, then we can only go back to Fang's Mansion." ”

Back to Fangfu? Wouldn't that old brute Fang Jinglin also send Fang Shaoze out to slap up with others?

"Actually, Mr. Zhao also said at that time that although Dr. Yang has a habit of breaking sleeves, he is honest and generous, so I think if I had Mr. Zhao's letter in my hand, Dr. Yang would not have been too embarrassed for me!"

Although Fang Shaoze comforted Luo Qinghe like this, he didn't know the bottom of his heart, after all, even his biological father had done such a thing that lost his conscience, so this Dr. Yang, who didn't know him......

Luo Qinghe didn't know how to be tired of this, and after thinking about it for a long time, Luo Qinghe suddenly said: "Yu Chigong! Since he is the grandson of the Marquis of the town, it is not easy to recommend him, so let's ask him! ”

When Fang Shaoze heard this, he also felt that this method was safer than sending himself to the broken sleeve in his hand, but in the end, his face was a little small, and he hesitated: "No, we haven't known each other for long after all." ”

Luo Qinghe waved his hand and said magnificently: "Oh, I'll tell you for you!" Without further ado, let's go now! ”

"Now?" Fang Shaoze was a little caught off guard, and it could be seen that Luo Qinghe had made up his mind, so he could only say: "Then let's ride a horse!" It's better than a horse-drawn carriage! However, you are afraid that it is not good for a woman to ride a horse in public, so it is better for you to dress up as a man and go out! It will also be easier to do business in the future. ”

But Luo Qinghe hurriedly shook his head and denied: "It's not!" Aunt Zhou said that beautiful women are easier to attract guests! I'm going to wait until I earn the money to buy some rouge hairpins to spice up my food stall! ”

"Nonsense!" Fang Shaoze's face turned blue.

Because when he first saw Aunt Zhou, he saw her face that was no different from the paper figure tied together, so he was very suspicious of her aesthetics.

Now that he heard Luo Qinghe's words, his mind was full of Luo Qinghe's ghost painting talismans selling on the street, and he couldn't help but shudder, Fang Shaoze hurriedly said: "If you bask in the sun all day long, you are afraid that your face will be wrinkled in two months, it is better to cover your face!" ”

Luo Qinghe also felt that it was very crooked when he heard it, so he nodded conveniently and adopted Fang Shaoze's opinion.

Fang Shaoze was very satisfied, and couldn't help but sigh: "But you don't need to work so hard all the time, after all, if I can stay in Taixue, there will be a lot of money over there, and it will be easy for me to feed you when the time comes!" ”