Mrs. Wang was very angry and simply put down her chopsticks and looked at Li Yuan.
"Mother Yuan, tell me honestly, do you still hate Nai for talking about the family separation? You think that since the family is going to be separated, why not separate it when your father was a scholar? Why did you say that after your father is gone? It’s a separation of families. In fact, because you are orphans and widowed, do you drive you out?”
The old lady said, staring closely at Li Yuan, and added: "When your father studied for the scientific examination, your father and I alone couldn't pay for it. Ask Shaoan yourself, how much money does it cost to study every year? How much can we country folk earn in a year by digging food in the fields?"
"Your father was studying. When you were young, your eldest uncle and your third uncle were reluctant to part with delicious food, so they left it to your father. All year round, they were reluctant to wear a new piece of clothing. Whenever the family bought cloth, they said they would save it for your father to make, so as to save others. Look down on him. When you grow up, you will start making money to support him. Later, when you get married, it will be the same. It can be said that your father is the hard work of your eldest uncle, third uncle and his family. "
Li Yuan had the memory of the original owner. Seeing that she was angry, she thought for a moment and said, "Hey, I was young and ignorant before, so I used to blame her. But now that I have experienced more and know more, I don't blame her anymore." I know why my family put all their efforts into supporting a scholar. Isn't it just like you said, to avoid taxes and corvee? As long as we don't separate the family, those things will have nothing to do with us."
Seeing her reaction, Mrs. Wang felt a little relieved, but after losing her temper, she felt guilty again.
She felt that they were all poor, and if they had money, they would not separate their families.
If the second child can't stand up, she can't stand up. If she wants to cry, she can cry.
As long as the house is big, I can cry in the courtyard on the side, no one can hear me, and I won't feel upset.
If she wants to cry, she will cry. Anyway, she doesn't need money, so she can just take the medicine.
As long as they have money, why would one of Yuanniang and Junzi drop out of school, and why would the other get married so rashly?
After all, it’s because my family is poor!
So, you still have to make money, make a lot of money...
Thinking of this, Mrs. Wang felt that she had to speak clearly if she should speak.
So he said earnestly: "When your father was admitted as a scholar, your uncle and third uncle didn't get anything other than a few years of glory and no need to do hard labor or corvee."
"Your father is a scholar and continues to take the college entrance examination. The money he earns every month is from copying books. But he has a wife and children, so the family allows him to keep the money for himself and does not turn it over. ."
"Like your mother, when she earns money from embroidery, she only gives a small part to me, and the rest is used by herself. This is the default in the family."
"As for other people, whether it is your aunt or your third aunt, every penny they earn must be given to me. In order to get it, you can pay your father to pay for repairs, buy pens, ink, paper and inkstones, and pay the expenses for exams. ."
When the old lady said this, she looked at her very seriously: "Actually, this matter should be left in other families. Maybe your aunt and third aunt have already had a quarrel. You have worked hard for others for so many years. There are a few Can it be done?"
"Our family only had a few years when your father was a scholar. Because he didn't have to pay taxes, he was able to save a lot of money and live a more comfortable life."
There was no need for the old lady to explain what happened next, Li Yuan knew what was going on.
She was a little silent, and Yan Jiao beside her didn't dare to say anything, but Xie Yanzhi, who had almost eaten, pointed it out pointedly.
"To put it bluntly, it's just because there is no money! If the family had money, the father-in-law would not need the other two brothers to support his education. Even if the father-in-law is gone, the Li family can still afford to support the mother-in-law, Yuan Niang and Junzi. So, we still have to Make more money.”
Mrs. Wang nodded with deep understanding.
Xie Yanzhi looked at her and said, "Nai, what happened in the past is in the past. Don't mention it again in the future. I know a little about the situation at home, and I think it would be good to separate the family, although Junzi and Yuanniang have suffered for several years. , but it also sharpened the mind. Both siblings are among the best among their peers."
"Mother Yuan just heard that you and I are going to leave with the clan and leave my uncle and third uncle here, so I'm a little surprised, but I don't mean anything else. The weather this year is really bad, and the weather is not good for you. You should be aware of it, right? If you want them to move here, do it as soon as possible without any further delay."
"If you have to part with the food in the fields, if you can't let it go, see who is left there to watch. Others have roads to guide them, so they can come here at any time. When the time comes, they can stock up on more food, water, etc., and then take a look. Can you do some business, or find a job taking care of food and accommodation?"
"I don't know how long this situation will last. Let's be conservative and just store enough food for a year. This is a prefectural city after all. Even if a disaster does occur, there will be more response materials than in a small county."
Mrs. Wang felt that what Xie Yanzhi said was particularly pleasing to the ears. After hearing the words, she immediately said: "Well, I guess it's almost time to raise seedlings in the fields. If not, let your third uncle and eldest brother stay in Lijia'ao, and the others will come first." . But Yuan Niang, you asked Can Niang to find someone to make wine, but I stopped you. As you said, it’s going to be a disaster year. How precious is this food? What do you think you want to use to make wine? of?"
To be honest, Li Yuan herself had forgotten about making wine. If her mother hadn't mentioned it, she wouldn't have been able to remember it at all.
Being scolded by her mother at this time, she could only show a flattering smile: "I was wrong, don't be angry, mother. Since the food is here to stay, then let's keep it. Then we can all have a few more meals."
Yan Jiao was sitting on pins and needles as she finally finished her lunch that day.
She quickly stood up and put away the dishes. When she finished washing the dishes and came out, she happened to see Li Yuan standing there waiting for her with a familiar money bag in her hand.
"Jiaojiao, let's talk for a while."
Yan Jiao also had something to ask. After hearing this, she nodded and followed Li Yuan to an empty room.
After the two of them sat down, Li Yuan handed over the money bag: "This is the money you asked me to keep when you came to Fucheng before, and there is also money from selling the house."
Yan Jiao reached out to take it, opened her purse and took a look, then asked in a low voice: "Sister Yuan, is this year really bad?"
"Yes! So you want to talk to your uncle and aunt and ask them to move to Fucheng early?"
Yan Jiao knew that Li Yuan was not a random person, and she also knew that it was unusually hot today.
It's fine in the morning and evening, but it's especially hot at noon.
It's only the end of the first year, not even February. So wait until April or May?
With this in mind, she squeezed the money bag in her hand and looked at Li Yuan.
"Sister Yuan, don't you know if you have money? If I want to buy a small house here and don't have enough money, can you lend me some?"
"It depends on how much you want to borrow. If it's not a lot, no problem. Just Jiaojiao, you have to tell me honestly. Did you and Chen Wu change their names to Chen Wu? How did you separate? As long as it's not your fault, I Go ask for money for you. It's your turn, don't give him a penny."
