"Southern Kingdom advocates frugality, and most of the offices of various ministries are like this." Hong Chenyi seemed not to be surprised, but he noticed Lin Haoming's curious look and reminded him.
Compared with the extravagance of the Western God Kingdom, this place is really extraordinary, but I don’t know if this is just for show or really.
Fortunately, things went smoothly and things were finished soon. Hong Chenyi had to go back to his uncle Hong Taiwei's place first, and Lin Haoming also went to his own residence.
"General Cotton, please!"
The military department was still dissatisfied with the work efficiency. Soon Lin Haoming followed an old man who looked like he was smiling and arrived at a rather gorgeous courtyard.
At this time, the lights were on and the courtyard was brightly lit. The old man's name was Fan Ming, a steward of the military department responsible for reception. After finishing the work, he knew that Lin Haoming needed temporary accommodation, so he came over to take charge of the matter.
"General Mian, this is Shangrongyuan. It is also the best villa of the military department and a place where generals live." Fan Ming invited Lin Haoming in with a smile.
Lin Haoming walked into this Shangrongyuan. Although it was not a house for one person to live in, and was obviously divided into several relatively independent courtyards, compared with the narrowness of the previous military headquarters, this place was much more luxurious.
Fan Ming continued to introduce with a smile at this time: "Shangrongyuan has five separate courtyards, two of which are reserved for two generals. There is a general living in that courtyard, and the remaining two courtyards, General Cotton can pick a spot at will.”
Lin Haoming looked at the three courtyards that Fan Ming pointed to, which were regarded as the three best ones here. He was just looking for a place to live and had no other requirements, so he pointed casually: "It's over there!"
Although it seemed like a random gesture, it was actually the one that seemed to be more secluded among the two.
After Fan Ming saw him, he immediately continued to smile and led Lin Haoming to the courtyard. There were already maids and servants in charge of this courtyard waiting. When he saw the visitor, he immediately stepped forward to salute respectfully. : "Master Fan."
Lin Haoming looked at the people here. The leader was a beautiful woman who looked quite dignified and elegant. She looked like she was nearly thirty years old, but she didn't look like she was waiting for someone at all. Instead, she looked like a noble lady. woman.
Fan Ming also followed at this time: "Mrs. Yu, this is General Mian, the general of Zhenxi. He comes to the capital to stay here temporarily. You must treat him well. If anything happens, don't blame me for being rude."
"Master Fan, don't worry, I will definitely do my job well." Mrs. Yu immediately agreed.
After she expressed her opinion, Fan Ming did not give any more orders. Instead, he asked with some confusion: "Where is Manager Yu?"
"Guanshi Yu went out with General Pei early in the morning." Mrs. Yu replied.
"Okay, when he comes back, tell him that General Mian will try his best to meet his needs and make General Mian's stay comfortable." Fan Ming specifically explained in front of Lin Haoming.
"Yes!" Mrs. Yu agreed.
"General Mian, for the next thing, just give Mrs. Yu whatever you want. Mrs. Yu's husband was originally a pioneer general. A few years ago, he was punished by military law for delaying military flights and causing major consequences. Mrs. Yu's family is full of children. I was also implicated, and that’s why I got here." Fan Ming pointed out specifically.
Lin Haoming also nodded, but didn't say anything else.
Seeing this, Fan Ming stopped staying, and finally gave Mrs. Yu a few words to say goodbye to Lin Haoming.
"General Mian, please, I will take you to familiarize yourself with the courtyard first. If the general needs anything, just ask. There are carriages and cooks in the courtyard. If you need to go out or make something to eat, just give your orders directly." Mrs. Yu led the way. Lin Haoming came in and explained.
Lin Haoming looked at the people here and asked casually: "Are these people Mrs. Yu's original servants?"
Hearing Lin Haoming's question, Mrs. Yu also nodded and said: "My lord, your eyes are sharp. It is true. The five courtyards of Shangrongyuan are all the same. My husband committed an offense and according to the law, we were demoted as slaves. We can work here. Some adults have already helped.”
Lin Haoming didn't ask any more questions, thinking that the two so-called courtyards reserved were probably just for the families of the offending generals.
Lin Haoming was just staying and didn't want to get into any trouble, so he didn't say much. He just asked Mrs. Yu to make some food and settled in by himself. He didn't need anyone to serve him.
When it got dark, the dishes ordered by Mrs. Yu were served. The cook's skills were pretty good, at least it was more delicious than any meal he had eaten since arriving here. But in the middle of the meal, Manager Yu came back. , and came directly to see Lin Haoming after returning.
Manager Yu is the real person in charge of Shangrongyuan, Fan Ming is his boss, and Lin Haoming asked him to come after dinner.
"For humble posts, please see General Mian." Manager Yu looks a bit older, but his half-white beard and hair are carefully groomed, and his eyes are quite sharp. He looks more like a military general than a steward managing a courtyard. Not to mention a military salute performed at this time.
"Guanshi Yu led troops before?" Lin Haoming looked at him and asked.
"Hehe, before I came here, I was a partial general." Guanshi Yu said with some embarrassment.
"It seems I read it correctly. Why are you here?" Lin Haoming asked curiously.
"This..." When Guanshi Yu heard this, he was stunned for a moment and didn't know how to answer.
Seeing this, Lin Haoming stopped asking and said with a smile: "It doesn't matter, I don't have anything else to do. I'm here and you probably know my situation. I will move out after I officially take office. During this time, Lao Yu will be in charge." .”
"I don't dare. General Mian, you have earned your reputation little by little with your military exploits. To be honest, I admire you from this humble position." Manager Yu said from the bottom of his heart.
Lin Haoming looked at it and smiled and nodded, but he said nothing more. From the eyes of Manager Yu, Lin Haoming could see that he didn't really want to stay here as a manager. It seemed that the Honor Academy should also There are quite a few stories. You can ask Hong Chenyi later.
After sending the people away, Lin Haoming rested. Early the next morning, as soon as he woke up, a maid came to wash him.
The maid looks about seventeen or eighteen years old, and she looks like a girl who has not left the palace. But here in Dongzhou, women can get married at the age of fourteen, and most of them will get married at the age of sixteen or seventeen. She is already considered older. After twenty, she is really considered an old girl. This maid is very good-looking. In terms of appearance alone, she is even prettier than Mrs. Yu. If she is not married yet, she seems to be living in the countryside. Here's the reason.
Because he didn't know what was going on here, Lin Haoming didn't say much. After washing up, the maid followed and said respectfully: "Sir, you didn't tell me what to eat in the morning last night, so my wife prepared a few things, and you can choose as you like."
