Chapter 161: Transition
[Chapter 4, Volume 4]
Section 161 Chapter 161 Transition
The wedding between Lu Erniang and Song Yuan was very grand and successful. Although at the wedding banquet, Lu Xianger encountered some unhappiness, but it had nothing to do with Lu Erniang and Song Yuan. In order to let Lu Erniang stay in the Guogong Mansion with peace of mind, Lu Xianger specially instructed Huo Qingqing not to tell Song Yuan and Lu Erniang about the affairs in the side hall.
However, when Lu Hong and the three of them returned to the Lu family in Xiaowu, facing the empty mansion, the previous happiness of the three immediately dissipated, and their mood became depressed. Although there was an extra mother-in-law who cooked rice at home that night, and a little girl who took care of Lu Xianger and Chaoxia, there were more people, but the three of them never got in the mood to laugh. Even when she wanted to go to the winery the next day to discuss the opening of the winery, Lu Xianger didn't go because she felt uncomfortable. It wasn't until the third day that Lu Xianger mentioned some spirits, and Chaoxia, Huo Qingqing, and Wen Yao accompanied her to the sprinkler workshop.
As for Lu Hong, he had already been arranged by Song Yuan. Every day, Huo Qingsong took him to Yulinwei to follow the training. It can be regarded as Song Yuan who took advantage of the power in his hands and walked through a back door for Lu Hong, so that he was somewhat prepared to go to the palace examination. Although Chaoxia is not as sad as Lu Hong and Lu Xiang'er, she doesn't see a smile all day long, and even talks a lot.
Song Yuan once took advantage of the time to go out to see the three of them, and he also saw that the three of them were not used to Lu Erniang's absence. Song Yuan, who was helpless in his heart, could only secretly let Huo Qingqing and Huo Qingsong accompany the three of them. However, in order for Lu Erniang to stay in the mansion with peace of mind, Song Yuan didn't dare to tell her about the changes in the three of them. Fortunately, Lu Erniang was taking over the affairs of the Guogong Mansion, and Song Yuan covered up a few words and didn't ask more.
"Uncle Mu Sheng, do you know the owner of the wine shop in Jingshi?" With Huo Qingqing and Wen Yao by her side, Lu Xiang'er slowly got better, and she also mentioned her spirit to deal with the affairs of the winery.
Yuan Musheng, who was sitting in the reception room with Lu Xiang'er, had long been looking forward to Lu Xiang'er mentioning this, and said very diligently: "Don't worry, little lady, I have already walked through all the large and small wineries in Beijing. Although some of the wineries were hostile to Piaoxiang Winery, most of them were polite to me on the surface. ”
"In that case, you will personally write the invitations to these wineries and send them out in person." Lu Xiang'er nodded, and said, "By the way, if you want to come to Jiangling Mansion, those wineries can also make soju, and the matter should also be passed on to Jingshi." When you send the invitation post, you will also reveal a little bit, if the Jingshi or even the brewery of the Great Zhou Dynasty wants to make soju, you can also discuss it like Gangneung Mansion. ”
"Little lady, do you really want to spread the soju craft throughout the Great Zhou Dynasty?" Yuan Musheng was very surprised, but he also admired Lu Xiang'er's bearing very much. Not all people, with this unique craft, can still 'sell' it.
Lu Xiang'er smiled at Yuan Musheng and said softly: "Uncle Musheng, this is a Jingshi, if I hold on to the soju, I will cause trouble." Although Piaoxiang Wine Shop can go to the Guogong Mansion if something happens, Song Guogong is not the most 'harmful' person in Beijing. ”
"The little lady thinks long-term, I haven't thought about it so much." Yuan Musheng thought that yesterday, the second prince celebrated his eldest son on the full moon, and also posted a post to Piaoxiang Wine Workshop, and he was shocked.
Although the second prince just wanted to buy some wine from Piaoxiang Winery, he was not getting closer to Lu Xiang'er. Yuan Musheng has been the shopkeeper for many years, how could he not see the intentions of the second prince. But he also learned some truths from Carpenter Yuan, who had just passed away, that looked good on the surface, but was actually dangerous. At Lu Xiang'er's young age, she has seen through this, how could Yuan Musheng not be convinced.
Lu Xiang'er looked at the style of the invitation in her hand, frowned slightly, and said, "Uncle Mu Sheng, these invitations are too ordinary, although they are gorgeous but very public. We'd better customize something that is elegant and fresh. ”
"Okay. I'll go see the grain later, and I'll go to customize. Yuan Musheng listened to what Lu Xiang'er said, and also felt that this invitation was okay for his peers, if it was a taller character, I was afraid it would make people laugh.
After saying these things, Yuan Musheng discussed with Lu Xiang'er about the possible accidents and solutions on the opening day, and then took a young man named Huang Chuan out of the door. Near this shop, Lu Xiang'er rented a yard for grain. The raw grain, which is specially used to purchase low-cost grain and store it so that it is convenient for sake brewing, will not be out of stock.
Because it is stored grain, Yuan Musheng will take a look every day in order to be safe. It's not that he doesn't trust the guards, but he's afraid that something will go wrong with the food and affect the reputation of the winery. This is what Yuan Musheng encountered in Qingshi County, but he has long remembered it in his heart.
Yuan Musheng left the shop, and Lu Xiang'er went to the front to look at Wang Gui before walking to the backyard. In the backyard, smoke was rising from the stove, and Tie Ge'er and another young man named Zhang Shu were distilling soju. After Lu Xiang'er's special guidance in the past few days, Tie Ge'er has mastered the fire and has some things to pay attention to. Today's Tie Ge'er can already distill soju alone, which really makes Lu Xiang'er a lot easier. The most worry-free thing for Lu Xiang'er is that with Tie Ge'er, she can distill soju at any time, and Lu Xiang'er doesn't have to stay in the distillery all day.
And Tie Ge'er was personally guided by Lu Xiang'er, and needless to say, he was grateful in his heart, and he had completely regarded Lu Xiang'er as a benefactor who could die for him. When distilling shochu, I also focus on 12 points, and I don't dare to make any mistakes. Lu Xiang'er saw Brother Tie from a distance, who looked serious, and was not affected by Huo Qingqing and Wen Yao standing outside the door at all, and couldn't help but nodded.
Walking next to Huo Qingqing and Wen Yao, Lu Xiang'er looked at the two of them and chuckled: "You have all watched for more than an hour, haven't you seen enough?" ”
"Ah, it's Xiang'er." When Huo Qingqing and Wen Yao heard Lu Xiang'er's voice, they felt that they had been standing for a long time and were a little tired.
However, Wen Yao still looked surprised: "Xiang'er, even after watching it for an hour, I also feel that what kind of 'still' is amazing." Even those yellow wine were as clear as water. Xiang'er, compared to you, I'm really not a talented girl. ”
"Sister Yao'er, Xiang'er is not a 'talent' girl, she is a 'wealthy' girl." With Huo Qingqing's blurred words, Wen Yao couldn't help but laugh at Huo Qingqing.
Lu Xiang'er glanced at Huo Qingqing and said angrily: "Qingqing, don't worry, when you get married, my 'rich' girl will definitely give you a big fortune." ”
"Xiang'er, you laugh at me again." Huo Qingqing stomped his feet, shook off the two of them and walked into the house. Lu Xiang'er and Wen Yao secretly laughed, and then followed in Huo Qingqing's footsteps.
Huo Qingqing has already reached the marriage, but he has not yet decided on a marriage, which is sad for the nurse Zheng. The Huo family now only has Huo Qingsong's brothers and sisters left, but none of the two are 'Red Luan Xingdong'. The Zheng family, who saw that Song Yuan was married, was even more anxious, and on the second day, he began to inquire about the young son, and forcibly took Huo Qingqing to the party. Huo Qingqing is only looking forward to seeing who will find her, let her stay outside for a day, and then return to the General's Mansion in the evening.
Compared with Huo Qingqing, Wen Yao, who is one year older than her, is very comfortable, because she has an older brother Wen Song above her who is not married. After Wen Song did not settle on a marriage, Wen Yao could be at ease for a while. Since that day, the idea of having a deep friendship with Lu Xiang'er arose in the Guogong Mansion, and Wen Yao came to the Lu family the next day.
Through getting acquainted with Lu Xiang'er, Wen Yao was reluctant to attend the party held by the talented women in the Jingshi. Although talking about poetry and words is Wen Yao's hobby, Mrs. Wen has told her. After becoming a parent, poetry is just the spice of life, and the most important thing is to manage the family, manage money, and get along with others. Wen Yao also approached Lu Xiang'er with this purpose, and as a result, she was deeply happy that she listened to Mrs. Wen's words. So, after Huo Qingqing, Lu Xianger had another 'best friend', Wen Yao.
As soon as the three of them entered the house, a burst of heat hit their faces. Huo Qingqing and Wen Yao only felt cold at this time, and immediately walked to the charcoal plate. Now that the weather is getting colder and colder day by day, Lu Xiang'er, who loves to enjoy, bought charcoal early and raised a charcoal basin to keep warm.
Chaoxia, who was sitting at the table reading a book, knew that the three of them were back when she heard the movement, and immediately poured a cup of hot tea for the three of them: "Drink some hot tea, it will be warm in a while." ”
"Thank you, Sister Chaoxia." Speaking of which, Wen Yao was really a little thirsty, so she sat opposite Chaoxia and drank tea. And Huo Qingqing looked at Chaoxia, and said with a smile: "Sister Chaoxia, I heard my brother say yesterday that His Royal Highness the Fourth Prince will come back tomorrow." ”
When Lu Xiang'er and Wen Yao heard this, they turned their heads to look at Chaoxia. Chaoxia was watched by the three of them, so she threw down the book in her hand and said with some annoyance: "Come back, come back, I'm afraid he won't make it." I don't believe that he still dares to rob people's daughters. If he dares, I won't show mercy. ”
"Sister Chaoxia, His Royal Highness the Fourth Prince is a prince, you better be patient and patient. When you meet the person you like, Your Highness shouldn't do anything too much. Wen Yao blinked her eyes and softly persuaded Chaoxia to marry as soon as possible.
Originally, Wen Yao didn't know that the fourth prince Zhao Chengmin was pestering Chaoxia. But that day, at the wedding banquet in the Guogong Mansion, Chaoxia disappeared for a while. And when the wedding banquet dispersed, Wen Yao happened to hear what the fourth prince said when he said goodbye to Lu Xiang'er and Chaoxia. Although the four princes did not say it so clearly, Wen Yao still heard that Chaoxia left to see Lu Erniang, but she met the four princes and was entangled by him for a long time before returning to the side hall.
Chaoxia is a sister-like existence to Lu Xiang'er, so she also persuaded and said: "Sister Chaoxia, what Sister Yao'er said is not unreasonable. You can't be impulsive and do anything. Qingqing also said that although His Royal Highness the Fourth Prince likes beautiful women, he has never forced anyone, so don't worry too much. ”
"Yes, Sister Chaoxia, the fourth prince is very arrogant on the surface, but in fact he is very measured." Huo Qingqing nodded and assured Chaoxia. But in her heart, she thought that with Chaoxia's temperament and appearance, if she was born in a family like hers, she would still be very compatible with the four princes.
Chaoxia looked at the three of them, then picked the corners of her mouth, and there was no smile. Since her family knows her own family affairs, Chaoxia has been pestered by the four princes for a day or two, how can she not see that he is treating her, or she will not give up until she achieves her goal. Chaoxia really couldn't figure out where he liked himself.