Chapter 87 Eavesdropping on the Roof
"Hmph! It's better that way. Don't let me find out that you have other thoughts! Otherwise, you know the consequences." Xu Chun snorted coldly, not giving face to Xu Bowen, the eldest son, in front of the other children.
It seemed like this wasn't the first time this had happened, and everyone was used to it. No one thought there was anything wrong with it.
Xu Zhongwu watched his elder brother being scolded by his father without any intention of helping. Instead, he felt like he was watching a good show.
It's not the first time that the two brothers have been at odds with each other. It's enough to save face, everyone knows who knows who.
This is no secret. Anyone with a discerning eye can see it.
Of course, his father could see it, but he never said anything. Most of the time, he was more like a bystander, standing quietly by the side, watching the two brothers fight openly and secretly.
My father is getting older day by day, and someone has to take over the affairs of Xiaowangzhuang.
He is also his father's son. Why must the eldest son be the one to take over? Why can't it be him? How is he inferior to his eldest brother?
"You must keep an eye on those people tomorrow, and it's best to get rid of them quickly. There must be no mistakes here." Xu Chun was still a little worried, and reminded him again.
This person has already come in. If we rush him out now, it might be even worse. Everything can only wait until tomorrow.
Song Qingci felt that his decision to take action tonight was absolutely correct. The matter in Xiaowang Village must be serious, otherwise why would they be so anxious to get rid of people?
Now let's see if they have another chance to kick us out tomorrow~
After talking about his eldest son, Xu Chun looked at his youngest daughter, Xu Ling'er, and asked, "How is your piano learning going recently? The wedding day is not far away."
When Xu Ling'er mentioned this, a hint of pride flashed across her face, but she quickly restrained her expression and said to Xu Chun respectfully, "Don't worry, father. The master praised my daughter for her talent in piano learning, and my daughter has been practicing hard every day recently. When that day comes, I will definitely be able to amaze everyone with my skills."
She knew what her father meant, so she agreed with him.
Although Xu Linger had always lived in the country village of Xiaowangzhuang, Xu Chun had deliberately hired some people with special skills to train her since she was very young. He also hired a master to teach her the arts of music, chess, calligraphy and painting that only ladies from wealthy families could learn.
Among them, Xu Ling'er was the most skilled in playing the zither and had learned the best. This was also her most impressive skill.
"That's good. The young general of the General's Mansion has already married, and I believe he will be able to take a concubine soon. With our family background, it is impossible for her to be the main wife, but if you just want to be a concubine, I believe it is not difficult. The premise is that you are good enough to make the young general like you. Then your father will put down his old face and ask for you. "
At this point, Xu Chun paused, took another puff of his pipe, and then continued, "Don't feel wronged by being a concubine. It all depends on how you deal with it. To be disrespectful, except for the queen, all the other ladies are concubines. But who dares to look down on them? Not only do they not dare to look down on them, but the people below will also rush to curry favor with them."
"Although our family cannot reach the imperial palace, this general's mansion can be easily reached if we try hard. I have guarded this farm for the old lady for so many years, and the annual output and surplus have never been missed. Even if there is no merit, it is hard work. Believe me, I can ask the old lady to give you the grace of being a concubine."
Xu Chun has been maintaining his relationship with the General's Mansion for many years and he also has plans in this regard.
Although what he was doing now made him not short of money, he still lacked an identity that he could show off. He had been working hard to change his identity all his life.
"As for what you will do after entering the mansion, that is your own business. Your father believes that you have learned a lot after so many years of study. Although the young lady is the daughter of the Shangshu Mansion and a famous lady in the capital, you should also know that the more such a person is, the more self-righteous they are. Some things are less likely to be done. This is your opportunity."
When Xu Linger heard her father say this, a hint of shyness appeared on her face. This expression, coupled with her looks that were about 60% or 70%, could add one or two more points.
After talking about his daughter, Xu Chun turned the conversation to the two brothers Xu Bowen and Xu Zhongwu.
"And you two, as brothers, you must help your sister unconditionally. Only when her path becomes broader can she support you two. She can also support our entire family. In a few days, after things are done here, Bowen, go to the Baozhuang Pavilion and buy some new jewelry and hairpins for your sister. Your sister can wear them when the day comes."
"Yes, my son knows." Xu Bowen replied expressionlessly. It was hard to guess what he was really thinking.
"We have plenty of money now, so buy the good ones and buy more. Don't let your sister be easily outdone by others."
"Father, I'll go with you. It would be good to have more people to look at it." Xu Zhongwu volunteered.
Shopping is a lucrative job. If you cut a little, you can make a lot of money. Why should only the eldest brother do this good thing? He is short of money recently~
"Hmph! What are you going to do?!" Xu Chun's face suddenly turned cold. "Don't you think I don't know what you want to do?! I've already told you that you should stay away from money for the rest of your life. I won't give you any money."
In the early years, Xu Chun would have let his second son manage part of the money from the farm. However, he was not ambitious enough and became addicted to gambling like those people. Once the money was in his hands, he would definitely not be able to make ends meet.
So he later simply didn't allow him to have any chance to touch money again.
Anyway, there are so many things to do on the farm. If he doesn't deal with money, he will have other things to do and will be busy.
"Father!" Xu Zhongwu's face darkened after being humiliated by Xu Chun in public. But he didn't dare to say anything unpleasant. In this family, his father is still the head of the family, and his father has the final say. Now he can only hold back his anger.
What's wrong with him? He just likes to play a few games. Why should we be so defensive against him? It's not like their family can't afford to play.