After several people had washed up and put their dirty clothes in the basin, Zheng Xiong asked his attendant to go out and buy a few sets of clothes for them to change into.
After changing clothes, I felt a lot more refreshed immediately, just a little bit more refreshing. Young Master Pianpianjia does not exist. Zheng Hu has a pockmarked face, but he finally has a bit more momentum.
Zheng Hu followed Zheng Qi to take care of his family's small shop, which was quite rewarding. Now Zheng Xiongguan is doing well, and there are many people who come to flatter him. Even if he doesn't accept gifts, he still has a sense of superiority, and his momentum is not bad.
Maybe he was robbed and begged all the way, and he was trying to save some face with Zheng Xiong. These factors may not be absent.
After settling a few people, Zheng Xiong left the inn. The journey was really hard, so he wanted to let a few people take a rest.
The next day, Zheng Xiong came to the inn again, had breakfast with a few people, and talked about business.
As the wedding date approached, Zheng Xiong became anxious.
I have been recuperating these days, and I am very busy in July. The betrothal gift has not yet been released, and there are still two links that need to be paid close attention to.
Now that Zheng Hu is here, he doesn't have to worry about this matter, and he can feel much more relaxed when Zheng Hu cleans it up.
"Brother, you're here now. I'll leave the rest to you."
"Yingxian bought a house, mainly for his younger brothers to live in. They may not be able to come here a few times in the future. You go and clean it up, and then give the betrothal gift."
"The wedding day is set for August 13th, so hurry up, the happiness of my lower body depends on you."
Zheng Hu grasped the key point, put aside Zheng Xiong's other words, and paid more attention to the matter of Zheng Xiong being beaten.
"What's going on? Who hit you?"
Zheng Xiong replied calmly, not saying much about the fact that he was beaten. His arms could not hold his thighs, and he could not take revenge.
"Wei Guogong beat him, what do you think?"
"No, I just want to ask, you just mentioned the betrothal gift, right? Do you have the money?"
If Wei Guogong was beaten, then it would be fine. Zheng Hu quickly changed the subject and asked about the money Zheng Xiong had prepared.
Fortunately, I had made some preparations and borrowed some money, instead of waiting for my family to send it to me. Now I have some confidence.
"I still have one hundred taels of money here. I just borrowed it. I also borrowed fifty taels to buy a house. The magistrate of Ying County also borrowed another ten taels. You can do it as you go. You have to pay it back when you get back. .”
Taking the money bag from Zheng Xiong's hand, Zheng Hu seemed to have more confidence. Money is a man's courage. If he has money in his hand, he will not panic. He has had enough of begging. Now that he has received the money, he feels a lot better. of comfort.
Although it's not my own, it's a pleasure to look at it, and it's so cute and tight when I touch it that I can't put it down.
Regardless of Zheng Hu's miser-like appearance and post-disaster syndrome expression, after explaining these things, Zheng Xiong left the inn and left the clerk with Zheng Hu.
It feels good to let go of the shopkeeper. Zheng Hu has some experience, and with the help of the clerk, he should be able to handle this matter!
Zheng Hu took the clerk and several of his followers to buy materials for betrothal gifts in the pass. Fortunately, the clerk was familiar with the situation in Yanmen and only reminded him to buy some things that were difficult to buy in Yingxian County.
There aren't many things, so it's good for a few people to carry, and it's not too cumbersome.
In addition, the clerk got a few horses from elsewhere, which made it even better.
Just looking at the fast horse in front of them, Zheng Hu and several followers stared at each other, not knowing what to do.
"Um, we've never ridden a horse before. Could you please teach me how to do it?"
Well, it’s not difficult for a person like me who lives near the prairie, but for Zheng Hu who came all the way from the south, it might be really difficult.
After all, horses have always been used as strategic materials. It is understandable that ordinary people would have difficulty getting in touch with them.
"Okay, let's communicate with the horse first, feed him some food, and don't exclude you. The other things require more practice, and I can't help you much."
After struggling with the boss meeting again, a few people finally set foot on the crooked journey to Yingxian County on horseback.
In the evening, I just wandered to Ying County and entered the city just before the city gate closed.
A minor official led the way and found the house Zheng Xiong had purchased.
After patting the door twice, a question came from inside the door.
"Who?"
"I'm Zheng Xiong's eldest brother, please open the door."
There was no sound inside the door, and soon there were footsteps, and the door was opened.
Wei Hong, who no longer pretended to be in disguise, appeared in front of everyone. She was so stunning that it took several people a long time to come back to their senses.
"Well, I am Zheng Xiong's eldest brother, and you must be Wei Hong!"
"Yes, I have met brother."
Although he was doubtful when he came over, he felt relieved when he saw that the clerk was also there and bowed respectfully.
"Brother has come from afar, please come in."
The process has reached this point, and it is difficult to regret the marriage. She is about to get married, so Wei Hong directly calls Zheng Hu her eldest brother and leads a few people in.
In the main room, Wei Hong served tea and waited for Zheng Hu, the male elder, to ask questions.
Sighing Zheng Xiong's good fortune, Zheng Hu took a sip of tea and asked immediately.
"Next, the betrothal gift will be given out. It depends on the regulations. Should it be sent to your original home or be given here?"
"But it's up to the elder brother to make the decision."
It's okay to make the decision, but it's also difficult to handle it yourself. From the minor officials, Zheng Hu also learned about the situation at Wei Hong's family.
Absolute poverty is not enough to describe it. I really need to think about it carefully. Before I can think of anything, someone comes to visit me outside the door.
It turned out that it was the magistrate of Ying County who was making nonsense. Hearing that Zheng Xiong's boss had arrived, he looked for him, but he didn't know where he had time.
As usual, Wei Hong served a cup of tea and handed it to Hu Hao. Hu Hao looked around and saw a small official standing by, who confirmed Zheng Hu's identity.
"You are Zheng Tiling's eldest brother?"
"Exactly, I haven't asked for your name yet."
"My name is Hu Hao. I am the same year as Zheng Tiling. Now Tian is the magistrate of Ying County and I am here to visit."
I don't have such a big face. The visit to me was a lie, but the desire to build a relationship was real. I saw a lot of such people when I was in Nanjing. I was already familiar with the roads and answered the questions with ease, neither humble nor overbearing.
"My brother-in-law mentioned to me that I am being taken care of by adults here. I am very grateful."
"You can't use the word "Sir", just call me nonsense, it's just a trivial effort, I don't dare to take the trouble to take it to heart."
"That's right. My brother-in-law also lent Master Hu ten taels of silver. Thank you very much."
"It's okay, it's all trivial. It's important to get married. I'm here to see if there's anything I need help with. Just ask."
Enthusiasm is a good thing. Although it is directed at Zheng Xiong, it is of some use. Wei Hong's younger brother still has to rely on Hu Hu's care.
After hearing the nonsense, Zheng Hu was not polite and asked the current issue.
"There is something a bit difficult. My unmarried sister-in-law lives outside the city. It was not easy to accept the betrothal gift in the past, and it is not easy to get it here. It is a bit difficult to handle. I wonder if Mr. Hu can do anything about it?"
(End of chapter)
