Usually when Zhou Yiming goes out, whether it is to visit relatives and friends or to go to the Yamen on errands, Laifu usually drives a carriage to see him there. So as time goes by, it gradually becomes a habit, so that when Zhou Yiming goes out, he will shout Laifu serves.
Zhou Yiming just wanted to go back to the Yamen, so in his desperation, he actually forgot to deal with Laifu yesterday. It wasn't until those words were spoken that he realized what a ridiculous mistake he had made.
Zhou Yiming, who knew he had made a mistake, smiled awkwardly, and then said: "Look at my brain. I was exhausted after a long day yesterday, but in a hurry, I forgot about Laifu."
Mrs. Zhou and Lin Ajiao also smiled awkwardly. They knew that at this time, it was best not to speak, otherwise it would only make Zhou Ming even more embarrassed.
After Zhou Ruhai heard the word "Laifu", his heart skipped a beat. Every detail of his past relationship with Laifu came back to his mind. He was even thinking about whether he should take the opportunity to talk to Laifu when his son mentioned it. Qing asked his son to spare him, even if he couldn't keep him at home anymore, but also let him have a way to survive after leaving the Zhou family.
But after brewing for a long time, Zhou Ruhai still didn't have the courage to speak up and mention this matter to his son, because he knew that the reason why his son gave him face just now proved that he still valued himself as a father. If he was shameless, he would still be ashamed. If you make such an unreasonable request, you really don't know how to move forward or retreat. Even if your son never pays attention to you again, you deserve it.
Thinking of this, Zhou Ruhai immediately became honest. He no longer had any illusions about saving Laifu. Instead, he said to Zhou Ming in a very practical way: "What does it matter? The fact that you forgot about Laifu just shows that you have many noble people." Forgetting things is a good sign.
We have a lot of people at home. Without Laifu, why don’t we take a carriage? "
In fact, Zhou Yiming was a little worried after he mentioned Laifu's name just now. He was afraid that his father would be too nostalgic and take this opportunity to plead for that bastard.
But it turned out that his worries were unnecessary. Instead of speaking for Laifu, his father began to comfort himself, which made Yi Ming feel flattered.
Without waiting for Yi Ming to react, Zhou Ruhai said to Mrs. Zhou: "Madam, go see what that old family member of ours is doing? He used to drive for my father at home, and his skills are very good. If we let him drive us If my son goes to the Yamen, it will be fast and safe."
Mrs. Zhou and Lin Ajiao both know who the old family member their master is talking about is, but that person is already over eighty years old and frail. He usually staggers when he walks. If he is allowed to drive, then Isn't it life-threatening?
Zhou Yiming also didn't understand his father's arrangement. He thought to himself that the old man was so old that he was in a state of retirement in the Zhou family. No one would ask him to do any work at home, even those who were servants. People who see him always resting and not working at all don't care about him.
Although he had objections to his father's arrangement, Zhou Yiming could not raise objections. After all, his father seemed to care about him when he did this.
Although Lin Ajiao was worried about Yi Ming's safety, she couldn't say anything when faced with such a problem.
In the end, Mrs. Zhou came forward and solved the problem.
"Master, you love your son, we all know this." Mrs. Zhou walked to Zhou Ruhai with a smile and said gently, "The person you sent is also the most suitable for this job based on his ability.
But one thing you haven't noticed is that this old family member used to serve his father-in-law. Now his father-in-law has been dead for many years. This old family member is over eighty years old. It is difficult for him to take care of himself in daily life. You let him suddenly Isn’t it difficult for my son to drive a car for him?
Have you forgotten what your father-in-law entrusted to us when he was dying? He told us that no matter what situation our family falls into in the future, this old family member will definitely stay, saying that he has been kind to our family and that we will take care of him in his old age.
You said that this old man has been enjoying his old age peacefully. What would he think if we suddenly sent him such an errand?
My father-in-law would definitely not be happy if he found out about this. "
Mrs. Zhou's words quickly had an effect.
Zhou Ruhai nodded, and after thinking for a while, he said: "Madam, what you said makes sense, but except for Laifu and this old family member, no one else in our family knows how to drive.
Although when I was young, I drove a car out for fun a few times, but you can’t let me drive for my son, right? This is not appropriate, and after arriving at the Yamen, people will inevitably make irresponsible remarks about my son. "
It was only then that Mrs. Zhou and Lin Gillian realized the seriousness of the matter.
Although there is no carriage, Zhou Yiming can walk to the south of the city to inspect the Yamen just by relying on his feet. However, this speed is too slow and can easily delay things. And more importantly, these are extraordinary times. A famous person like Zhou Yiming, If you walk on the street, you may cause unnecessary trouble.
In Yi Ming's view, such a problem was not worth mentioning. He had even planned to go back to his room to disguise himself, and then walk directly back to the Yamen with the two police officers.
Although this is not as safe as riding a carriage, Yiming is confident that even if he encounters trouble on the road, he can easily resolve it.
But before he could express his thoughts, an unexpected scene happened.
The two police officers who had been watching with cold eyes saw that the Zhou family was worried because there was no carriage to ride in. They both felt very incredible in their hearts, because they always thought that it was impossible for a big family like the Zhou family to do something like this. things are difficult.
In fact, when Inspector Deng sent them to invite Yi Ming back to the Yamen, he sent them a carriage. The reason why he did this was that he was afraid that they would attract the attention of other people by arrogantly passing through the market. On the other hand, he was also afraid that They were delayed so long on the road that they delayed important events.
Originally, as long as the two of them opened their mouths and told the Zhou family that they could let Zhou Yiming ride in their carriage, the Zhou family's problems would be solved. However, after being scolded by Yi Ming, the two of them were frightened. They were afraid that after opening their mouths, Yi Ming would not only not be grateful to them, but would blame them for talking too much. In that case, there would be a big question mark as to whether they would still be able to take the carriage back to the Yamen.
It was precisely for this reason that they did not speak for a long time. Until finally, when they saw that the Zhou family could not think of a way out, the two of them took courage and finally said: "Master Zhou, I will tell you the truth. When Inspector Deng sent us here, he was afraid that we would be delayed on the road, so he sent us a carriage.
If you don't mind it, why not just take the carriage? As for the two of us, we can follow the carriage. "
After listening to what the two policemen said, Yi Ming felt very angry. He thought that if you two didn't say this earlier, it would have made my father and mother so worried.
Although he was angry, Zhou Yiming did not choose to deal with the two policemen, because he knew in his heart that these were extraordinary times, and it would be uneconomical to waste time on such unnecessary things.
But Zhou Ruhai and Mrs. Zhou were not so well-mannered. They stared at the two policemen fiercely, planning to get angry immediately.
Zhou Yiming saw his parents' intentions, so he quickly stepped forward to smooth things over and said to the two policemen: "In that case, you two hurry up and get the carriage ready. I will come out soon."
When the two police officers heard this, it was as if they had grasped a life-saving straw. They agreed and ran out of the door quickly.
These two people knew in their hearts that what they just said had actually angered Zhou Ruhai and Mrs. Zhou. If Zhou Ming hadn't given them a chance to escape at the critical moment, the two of them might not have been able to survive. Walk.
"It's all your fault. I told you to stop talking and stay quiet. But you insist on showing off. This is great. If Mr. Zhou hadn't protected us, we would have been doomed."
"I didn't expect Mr. Zhou and Mrs. Zhou to be so angry. If I had known this, if you beat me to death, I wouldn't even say that we came in a carriage."
The two police officers walked outside and complained to each other.
Zhou Yiming explained some things to his father in the study, and then hurriedly walked out of the study and walked out the door.
The two policemen were already outside the gate and had prepared the carriage. As soon as Naruto arrived on Monday, the two men respectfully invited him to get in the carriage. The three of them immediately set off and went straight to the inspection yamen in the south of the city.
The carriage arrived at the gate of the inspection yamen in the south of the city. As soon as Yi Ming jumped off the carriage, many young yamen came around. They rushed to flatter Yi Ming and talk nice to him.
Although these people have low official positions and are small roles in the inspection yamen in the south of the city, each of them is very shrewd. After they personally experienced what happened yesterday, they have determined in their hearts that the chair sitting under Deng Tong's buttocks Sooner or later, they all belong to Zhou Ming. They all want to establish a good relationship with Zhou Ming in advance before he officially takes office. In that case, as long as he takes the position of inspector, they will naturally benefit from them in the future.
"Master Zhou, this is a precious porcelain passed down from my family. According to my father, it is a priceless treasure. If you like it, take it home and play with it."
"Captain Zhou, I heard that you like knives very much. A relative of ours happens to be a knife maker. This knife is the most expensive one in his shop. After I saw it, I thought you would like it, so I bought it for you. .
Take a look, the blade of this knife is extremely sharp. It is absolutely easy to use when you hold it in your hand. "
All the young government servants tried their best to win favor in front of Yi Ming, but unfortunately Yi Ming showed no reaction to their flattery and even walked past them without even looking at them.
