In fact, the reason why Zhou Yiming did not dare to take Yang Shijun's concubine was not only because he hated second-hand goods, but also because he already had a virtuous wife at home. His wife was so virtuous, beautiful and intelligent, and devoted to herself wholeheartedly. If she He did something that was sorry for her, and he didn't need to be punished by heaven and earth. Just the condemnation of his own conscience was already unbearable for him.
"Shameless, your master can think of such bastard things in order to pay off the debt. He is really worse than a beast." Standing on the commanding heights of morality, Zhou Ming began to criticize Yang Shijun mercilessly.
Butler Xu, who had been in panic, was not frightened to death after hearing what Zhou Ming said. Instead, he finally let go of the hanging heart in his heart, because he heard some hidden meanings in Zhou Ming's words. .
Although on the surface it seems that Zhou Ming is furious, in fact, the reason why he did this proves from one aspect that he has believed his words. As long as he can gain his trust, Butler Xu is very confident that he can Successfully complete the job assigned to you by your master.
Although he felt a lot more relaxed, Butler Xu knew that the expression on his face should not change too quickly, otherwise Zhou Ming would definitely suspect that his scared expression just now was fake.
He put his hands on the ground, never daring to raise his head, and even deliberately showed a trembling look. His voice trembled when he spoke: "Master Zhou, in fact, my master doesn't want to do this, because he just married that concubine. Yes, he usually liked her very much. Even if we, the servants of the house, accidentally glanced at that concubine, he would punish us.
The reason why my husband came up with this strategy is because the amount of money to repay you is too huge, and it is very difficult to raise it in a short while.
And our master didn't dare to delay your use of this money, so in desperation, he came up with this impossible method. "
Zhou Yiming sat in the main seat, listening to the butler's story, and thinking secretly in his heart. Yang Shijun was willing to be Yan Qiu's dog. Logically speaking, he must have gained a lot of benefits. Even if he was not said to be rich, he would be rich. It’s not just that little money is enough.
Is this old boy pretending to be poor on purpose to prevent me from continuing to blackmail him?
Thinking of this, Zhou Yiming was furious, but he quickly gave up the idea because he felt that what the butler just said was not a lie.
He pondered for a moment, and then said in a joking tone: "Steward Xu, you don't have to cry for poverty here. Your master is so capable. When he usually works for Master Yan, he must have gained a lot of benefits. It is impossible for the family to continue I can't even get out such a small amount of money.
When you said that just now, were you afraid that I would borrow money from your master? "
Butler Xu was stunned for a moment, and then hurriedly replied: "Master Zhou, no matter how bold I am, I would not dare to deceive you, sir.
What I just said is true.
Although my husband works as an errand under Mr. Yan, he actually doesn’t get much money at all. The whole family depends on my salary to live off. "
Zhou Yiming was very dissatisfied with the butler's answer, but he also understood that even if Yang Shijun had some tricks to make money, he would not let his butler know about it. After all, this was the most shameful thing.
"It can't be true. What you just said is true or false. I just need to ask your master for confirmation in the future, and I will naturally understand." Zhou Ming said casually, wanting to end the topic, and quickly asked the butler for a banknote.
But what he never expected was that after hearing these words, Butler Xu was so frightened that he knelt and took two steps forward, hugged his legs, and begged.
"Master Zhou, please forgive me. You must not tell my master what I just said. Otherwise, even if I have nine lives, I won't be able to survive." Butler Xu suddenly collapsed. Because he has been working as an errand in the Yang family all year round, he He knows his master’s behavior best.
The reason why Yang Shijun was able to be reused by Yan Qiu was partly due to his profound martial arts skills, but the more important reason was his brutal character.
He usually behaves insidiously and viciously. If someone accidentally offends him, no matter how much time passes, he will find ways to get revenge and will never give up until the other person's family is ruined.
His method of killing was even more brutal. Every person who died under his hands had no body left intact.
Moreover, what Yang Shijun can't bear the most is that the people under his command deceive him. If he finds out that someone under his command has betrayed him, he will chase that person to the ends of the earth and cut him into pieces. .
Butler Xu knew very well that as long as Yi Ming told his master what he had just said, he would definitely die a violent death soon.
It was precisely for this reason that he became bold after hearing what Zhou Ming said just now.
Seeing his appearance, Zhou Yiming thought that this kid was too shallow. I just said it casually, but he actually took it seriously.
"Get up, you man, you're crying, what do you look like!" Zhou Yiming scolded him angrily and kicked him.
Butler Xu stood up reluctantly, his face still looking very frightened.
Zhou Yiming looked at him coldly and said with a smile: "If I had known what would happen today, why bother? Tell me, what lies did you tell just now? Tell the truth."
Butler Xu was stunned for a moment, and then realized that Yi Ming had misunderstood him. He quickly defended himself: "Master Zhou, I beg you for mercy, not because I told a lie just now, but because I said Only if you tell the truth will you risk your life."
"Huh?" Zhou Ming didn't understand what he meant at first, so he immediately signaled him with his eyes and continued.
Butler Xu wiped the cold sweat from his forehead, and then forced himself to calm down. Only then did he sort out the sequence of events, and said slowly: "Master Zhou, you are also an errand in the imperial court. You usually treat my master the same way. I must also understand the style of doing things.
Before I came to the house, my master had been telling me repeatedly that I must not tell you about the dilemma of collecting money. If any news leaked out, it would cost me my life.
But just now, in order to gain your trust, I had no choice but to tell the truth. This was a big mistake.
If you tell my master what I just said, it will be like killing me with your own hands. "
After experiencing a brief period of confusion, Zhou Yiming thought carefully about the whole thing from beginning to end. He had already guessed Butler Xu's thoughts before Butler Xu finished speaking.
After thinking about it again and again, Yi Ming felt that the butler's worries were justified. After all, every master hated it when his subordinates were lax and told secrets about themselves, especially those dirty secrets.
Yang Shijun is one of the three masters under Yan Qiu. He is usually cruel and ruthless, which is also known to everyone. In order to save his own life, it is very reasonable and reasonable for Butler Xu to beg him in such a low voice.
After thinking about this, Zhou Yiming no longer planned to embarrass the housekeeper. He nodded slightly and said, "Since you are telling the truth and you beg me so, I promise to keep this secret for you." ."
Butler Xu had been worried that Zhou Yiming would cruelly betray him. Now that he heard that he agreed to his request, he burst into tears and knelt on the ground with a plop, thanking Zhou Ming profusely. At the same time, he felt sad in his heart. One determination is that in the future, when my master sends me out to do things, no matter how difficult it is, I can no longer be a traitor, because the psychological pressure is too great.
"Okay, get up." Zhou Ming said impatiently, "I don't have that much time to entertain you.
Did you bring the banknote? "
Seeing Zhou Yiming asking this question, Butler Xu quickly stood up. He fumbled around his waist for a while, and after a lot of effort, he finally took out a small paper bag.
He carefully opened the paper package and took out a piece of slightly yellowed paper neatly folded together.
He held the piece of paper in his hands and handed it to Zhou Ming with both hands respectfully: "Mr. Zhou, the banknote is here, please check it."
Zhou Yiming had never seen so much money since he was a child. He would be lying if he said he wasn't excited. But in order not to embarrass himself in front of the housekeeper, he tried his best to control the excitement in his heart, and then reached out to pick it up as naturally as possible. This banknote.
Holding the silver note in his hand, he carefully unfolded it slowly. After seeing the amount of two hundred thousand taels of silver on it, he suddenly had an unreal feeling. It was too easy to earn this money!
With this money, he can buy a big house for his family and give his wife an unforgettable birthday.
Thinking of this, he felt a little excited in his heart. In order to prevent his expression from betraying his inner thoughts, he wanted to get rid of the butler quickly, so he pretended to be careless and said: "Okay, I received the money. When It’s too late, I won’t keep you and your brothers.”
After simply saying these few words, Zhou Yiming stood up and planned to ask his family to see off the guests.
But before he could speak, Butler Xu suddenly came over and said with a troubled expression: "Master Zhou, my brothers and I can't leave now."
Zhou Yiming stared and thought, what do you want to do if you don't leave? Do you still want me to take care of your meal? You think so, I deserve this money.
Seeing Zhou Yiming's expression changed drastically, Butler Xu was afraid of causing trouble, so he quickly explained: "Mr. Zhou, before we leave, please write me a receipt. This is also a proof. I will go back and talk to our master. It would be nice to have an explanation."
Only then did Zhou Yiming realize that he was so happy to get the money just now that he actually forgot to write a receipt.
He thought to himself that it was lucky that the butler was the only one in front of him, otherwise he would have been very embarrassed.
