Chapter 179: The So-Called Relatives (Part I)

Return to Zhang's Mansion. Zhang Fan looked at this place quite a bit. This is his hometown. Although he never knew this place before coming to Yangzhou. Even if it weren't for the fact that he would have become famous now, or would have come to Yangzhou. His mother, Zhao, told him. He didn't know about this place at all. Not to mention. He is not Zhang Fan of this era. But anyway. This place can always give Zhang Fan a feeling of home. It doesn't matter where he really belongs. It doesn't matter. The important thing is that he loves this home.

The furnishings here have not changed. Think about it too. It was only a little more than a month before Zhang Fan left. And how much can it change? But look at this unchanged home. Zhang Fan really felt a change. How to say it. It's like it's a little more gorgeous than ever. It's a bit ridiculous. After all, the scene in front of me has not changed in the slightest. But Zhang Fan can feel it.

But then. Zhang Fan understood the reason. I am the main reason for this change. Suddenly. Zhang Fan thought about it and talked about the recent situation of the Zhang family with his uncle Zhang Yufang in the carriage just now. This moment. Zhang Fan immediately understood. No wonder Zhang Yufang asked him about the current situation at home just now. Some are hard to speak. In the end, he used other words to divert his attention. No more asking why. Zhang Fan could immediately know what had happened recently in his own mind.

There's an old saying. It's not very nice to say, though. But it is the most practical: one person attains enlightenment. Chicken dog ascends to heaven. Zhang Fan didn't want to compare his uncle's family to chickens and dogs. But this is the truth that he can best think of now. Think about it in a certain emotional way. Zhang Fan really hates the pride that some people show for thinking that their family's achievements are boundless. It's as if that's what you've achieved. How to say it. Normal people would be disgusted by this situation. But once the matter involves itself. Then the situation is completely different. is the so-called heaven and earth monarch teacher. No matter what your relatives say, you can't make assumptions. You can hate them psychologically. But you can't show it.

Since Zhang Fan became an official. He didn't think about this kind of situation where his family flaunted their might on their own. But he was never worried. After all, he was at that time. There is only one mother in the family. And Zhao is a woman who does her duty. There's nothing wrong with this at all. After some time. After Zhang Fan got married. There are more people in the family. The ranks of relatives have also grown a little. But he was still not worried. What kind of person is Ru Xue? Zhang Fan couldn't be clearer in his heart. He had complete trust in his wife. Maybe it's because of myself. Ru Xue will also have some invitations that she can't shirk outside. But it's definitely because of myself. Ru Xue also did this for Zhang Fan. But she would never use this to seek anything for herself.

Let's talk about his sister-in-law Zhaoxue. Although the temperament is very lively. But Zhang Fan also knew that she was actually no different from her sister Ru Xue. It's almost the same in temperament. and his own father-in-law. Chen Wenchuan is a person. As long as it's someone who knows him well. won't say a word about him. His life has also been very upright. Otherwise, he would not have been a small military attache for so many years. Zhang Fan once mentioned it in the discourse. I want to help him in the position. But Chen Wenchuan immediately refused. And Zhang Fan swears. Don't talk about it again. And except for these few people. There is no one else in the Chen family.

Now I follow my mother's wishes. Return to Yangzhou Zhangjia to recognize their ancestors and return to their ancestors. This would have been a good thing. Zhang Fan was also very happy. But rejoicing. He seemed to have forgotten about it for a moment. Now that I think about it. Zhang Fan couldn't help but feel a little melancholy. It's not that it's difficult for him. But he really doesn't want anyone to become as simple as he used to be because of himself. I don't want anyone to be hurt in the future because of my connivance. But how to solve this matter. Zhang Fan had no idea for a while. What to do. Could it be that he said openly and honestly with Zhang Yufang. This is obviously a bit out of place. It is very likely to hurt the feelings of the family members who have known each other for a long time. But don't say it. Zhang Fan couldn't rest assured. Although Zhang Yufang's family is his own relatives. But on their own. Including the original Zhang Fan, I didn't know much about them in the past twenty years. It was their first meeting a little over a month ago.

Zhang Fan wasn't too worried about Zhang Yufang. Although he has not been in officialdom for a long time. The ability to know people is not very clever. He was not investigated. But with Zhang Fan's own feelings. Tell him that Zhang Yufang is not that kind of person. I remember when I first arrived in Yangzhou. Zhang Yufang refused to give Wang Dezhao more silver, so his own business could not continue. He was even almost accused by Wang Dezhao in the name of Haoqiang and caused trouble. But that's it. Zhang Yufang didn't even think about bribing Wang Dezhao in exchange for his own success. This has to make Zhang Fan admire. There is a way, and only in times of trouble can we see human nature. Zhang Yufang's actions can indeed reassure Zhang Fan.

But Zhang Fanke, the rest of the Zhang family, can't say for sure. After all, although Zhang Yufang is the head of the family. But he doesn't represent everyone in his family. Cousin Zhang Yan is also a principled person in Zhang Fan's eyes. But maybe it's because of the young age. There hasn't been much wind and waves that have passed. This principle may not be able to be firmly established. But this is only what Zhang Fan saw on the surface. He had too little contact with Zhang Yan. I don't know much about what kind of person Zhang Yan's cousin is.

There are also women from the Zhang family. This is what Zhang Fan is most worried about. Women are always the most troublesome. If it weren't for the fact that he knew his mother and wife very well. He didn't dare to jump to conclusions. And now there are so many relatives who I don't know well. It's women again. This made Zhang Fan a little relieved.

But what should I do? The question is back to square one. After all, they are relatives of Zhang Fan. Do you just open the skylight and say something bright? Tell them completely. And then admonish them. There's nothing wrong with that. But this method doesn't seem to be the way it should be now. Something happened and then it was pretty much the same. But Zhang Fan didn't think of anything at all. Therefore. What exactly should be done. Zhang Fan's heart was entangled.

"What are you thinking?" When Zhang Yufang passed by. I saw Zhang Fan standing in front of the window and looking at the scenery outside the window. But he was silent. It's as if something is going on. I couldn't help but step forward and ask.

"Uncle." Zhang Fan, who came back to his senses, saw that it was him. Hurriedly said hello. Said. "There are some things that my little nephew can't figure out."

"What's upsetting Fan'er? Can you tell me about it? Zhang Yufang asked casually.

Hear his words. Zhang Fan was silent. He really didn't know what to say. And he understands it too. There is only one result. Hurt feelings.

Zhang Yufang looked at Zhang Fan for a long time and didn't speak. His face became more and more troubled. I thought he was bothered by some official business. I didn't want to bother him anymore. said: "Since it's hard to say it. I won't ask. But if Fan'er feels that there is something to worry about. Feel free to come and consult with your uncle. "That's all it takes. Zhang Yufang did not stop. He turned around and left.

"Uncle. Please stay as well. Zhang Fan saw that Zhang Yufang was about to walk out of the room. I don't know what the reason is. He was stopped by his words. "The little nephew is indeed a little troubled and wants to talk to his uncle." He suddenly felt. The kind of scene I imagined I couldn't blame my uncle's family. The main reason is still myself. It is my own coming, my own identity that makes all this possible. And since the reason lies in themselves. Then it is your responsibility to solve it.

Heard Zhang Fan say this. Zhang Yufang stopped walking out. Walked back. looked at Zhang Fan and said with a smile: "Fan'er has something to do, but it doesn't hurt to say it." Uncle is not a great wisdom. But all these years have not been in vain. ”

"Uncle doesn't have to say that. After all, his uncle is Zhang Fan's elder. Zhang Fan has some things to ask. Zhang Fan said. The little nephew is back this time. Discover here. It's right here. There are some changes. ”

"Change." Zhang Yufang heard his words. Looked around. But where did I find any changes? I can't help but wonder. looked at Zhang Fan and asked. "The so-called change is."

"It's not about the furnishings here. It's the feeling. Zhang Fan said. The little nephew was not disrespectful when he said these words. I still remember the first time my little nephew came. The uncle's family feels rich to the little nephew. And you can also get a sense of what your home used to look like. But that's about it. Nothing else. But this time the little nephew returned. The difference was found. Discover here......" said here. Zhang Fan didn't know how to describe it.

Zhang Fan's words came out. Zhang Yufang understood what he was going to say. He took Zhang Fan's words that were difficult to speak. continued: "I found this place different from the last time you left. Nothing has changed here, though. But it no longer looks like the mansion of a simple merchant family. But it is more of an official atmosphere. ”

Zhang Fan didn't speak. Instead, he looked at Zhang Yufang's face and nodded.

Zhang Yufang was not a little unhappy with Zhang Fan's words: "You can also see it. Do you know. Ever since you came. Uncle, I was pleasantly surprised from the beginning. What I feel is gratification. Grandfather's last wish, my Zhang family, finally someone came true.

"You're the one who brought about this change. Don't panic yet. Hear me finish. It is you, mortal, who brought about this change. However, you don't have to be responsible. You're just getting started. The main reason is still here. To know. No matter how light and fast a carriage is, it is made. It's hard to move an inch without a good horse to pull it. Equally. A house that looks like it's about to fall. It won't fall down without anyone touching it. Everything has a reason. Fan'er is just the beginning. However, the main reason is not you. It's up to me. ”