This morning, Zhang Tianhe had just returned from martial arts training in the mountains.
He was the only one at home, his mother and sister were not at home.
After a while, a carriage came to the door.
"Brother Tianhe, are you at home?" Before seeing anyone, a familiar and slightly old voice came in.
Zhang Tianhe went out and took a look, and it turned out that Mr. Qin was in Gaowu Town.
Mr. Qin is in his sixties this year. They often play money together and everyone is familiar with them.
"It turns out it's Mr. Qin, why are you free to come to my place today?" Zhang Tianhe knew that Mr. Qin's family had a big business, many mules and horses, and he was very righteous, so he was very polite to him, "You... What's in the car?"
"Brother Tianhe, why haven't you been playing in the playground recently?" Qin Erye asked.
"I've been a bit unlucky lately, and I always lose every time I go, so I took a break to see if I can improve my luck," Zhang Tianhe said.
"Your brother is really good at joking. You've always been lucky. How can you always be unlucky?" Mr. Qin said, "These good things I brought here today are all for you."
"Give it to me? You will receive the salary for nothing, and you will have trouble sleeping and eating." Zhang Tianhe was a little confused, "Why do you want to give me so many good things?"
"It's like this. I heard that you were the one who defeated Zhong'an Fort. That Jin Xiangyang is nothing. He is a scourge in our local area. Do you know how much protection money he charges us every year? Not only does he not protect the local people, On the contrary, he turned around and bullied us. You have subdued him now, which is really satisfying. I am so happy, so I will give you some gifts to express my gratitude."
"Who did you listen to about this?"
"That's what everyone says."
"I didn't do this, it has nothing to do with me," Zhang Tianhe thought, good things never go out, and bad things spread thousands of miles. "So, you don't need to thank me. I don't want these things, so just take them back."
"Brother, how can you do that? Look, Ladu has come, can you still ask me to pull back?"
"No, don't say I didn't do it. Even if I did it, I can't take your things."
"Good brother, I know you are a man and you are good. Otherwise, do you think this will work? It's the end of the year and my business is relatively busy. I often have to go out to do other business. You You are very capable. What do you think if you come here to help me?" Mr. Qin said enthusiastically, "The treatment will definitely be generous. Don't worry about that. Can our brothers and sisters still make you suffer?"
Zhang Tianhe thought about it and realized that Mr. Qin was quite a good person. He had nothing to do at home anyway, so this matter could be discussed. He thought about it for a moment, and then said, "Then you take the things back first. This matter will wait until my mother and I After my sister comes back, we will discuss it."
"Okay, then I'll be waiting for you at home."
So, Zhang Tianhe came to Qin Erye's house.
Mr. Qin's business is quite large. He has several local silk and satin shops and several pawn shops. In addition, he also runs gambling games and does business in other places.
Since Zhang Tianhe arrived, he has helped him make several big deals one after another. Mr. Qin has made a lot of money and is even more happy.
On this day, Zhang Tianhe was left to have dinner at home.
In addition to Master Qin and Zhang Tianhe, there was also a concubine of Master Qin named Bai Mudan who was eating at the same table.
This white peony has fair skin, a rosy complexion, and a pair of big eyes that capture people's hearts and souls. She was originally a prostitute from Yichun Tower. She was spotted by Mr. Qin, and she paid for her body and took her as his concubine. She is very different in age from Mr. Qin. She is only twenty years old this year.
Her eyes never left Zhang Tianhe's side, making Zhang Tianhe feel uncomfortable.
Mr. Qin was in a happy mood and just wanted to drink.
"Tomorrow, I am going to the Northeast to do a mink fur business. It will probably take a month to come back. Tianhe, I will leave all the business at home to you. In addition, the accounts at the accounting office will also be handed over to you. you."
"Okay, I understand, please don't worry, Second Master."
Early the next morning, Mr. Qin packed up his belongings and left.
Bai Mudan started to put away her clothes, applying makeup, eyebrows and rouge in front of the mirror. Before noon, a sumptuous banquet was prepared, and then someone was sent to invite Zhang Tianhe.
When Bai Mudan saw Zhang Tianhe coming, she smiled all over her face, went out to greet him, and said, "Brother Tianhe, thank you for your hard work. Please come in quickly."
"I wonder why Madam-in-law called me here?"
"Oh, it's nothing. I just think you're having a hard time, so I'd like to invite you to have a meal with me."
"Here, Mr. Qin is not at home, I'm afraid there will be some inconvenience."
"We are all a family, so what's the inconvenience?" Bai Mudan said with a smile, "Look at the food, it's ready. Wouldn't it be a pity if you don't eat it? Please take a seat."
Zhang Tianhe thought that since she was so enthusiastic, it might not be good if she refused and had to work here in the future, so he reluctantly sat down.
They were the only two people in the room.
Bai Mudan hurriedly poured him three glasses of wine.
"Come on, brother Tianhe, you've worked hard. I'll toast you three glasses of wine. I'll do it first as a token of respect." She raised her neck and drank all three glasses of wine.
Zhang Tianhe saw that she had finished three glasses of wine, so he had no choice but to drink three glasses of wine.
Bai Mudan filled up three more glasses of wine for him and gave him some vegetables. She was extremely enthusiastic.
After three rounds of wine, five flavors of food.
"Tianhe, since the moment you came to our house, I have felt particularly kind to you. It feels like I have met you in a dream." Bai Mudan sighed, "You don't know something, and my life is miserable. , my parents died when I was young, and I grew up alone with my grandmother. Later, my grandmother also passed away. I had no choice but to survive, so I was sold to Yichun Building at the age of thirteen. Tianhe, you will look down on me like this. person?"
"Won't."
"That's good. Since I arrived at Yichun Tower, I have lived an inhuman life. I am in so much pain that I cry every day. When guests come, I have to force myself to smile. I even want to die." Bai Mudan said, "It wasn't until later that I met Mr. Qin. To be honest, this Mr. Qin was indeed a good man. He was the only one who treated me as a human being, while others only regarded me as a plaything and a tool for fun. Later, he found the madam, paid for my life, and brought me here."
Zhang Tianhe listened patiently.
"But, Second Master Qin is already sixty years old, and I am only twenty this year. There is such a big age difference. Who will I rely on for the rest of my life?"
"Mrs. Sister-in-law, you drank too much today, so I'll take my leave now." As soon as Zhang Tianhe heard that her words were becoming more and more outrageous, he stood up and left.
"Tianhe, do you think I'm not good-looking? Don't you have any thoughts about me? I've already said this, don't you still understand my thoughts?"
"Mrs. Sister-in-law, you have drunk too much. Please respect yourself." Zhang Tianhe quickly got up and walked out after hearing her explicit words.
"Tianhe, Tianhe, come back here." Bai Mudan shouted.
Zhang Tianhe just pretended not to hear and left without looking back.
