It has been six years since I came to the world of Red Mansions.
Finally, he had a firm foothold and had a place of his own.
The entire Ningguo Mansion is entirely in his own hands, and he no longer has to look at anyone's face.
No matter who you are facing, you have the ability to flip the table.
In order to let the people around him live a stable and peaceful life, the next thing he has to do is to eliminate all hidden dangers so that the Jia family can stand firm. All people and forces that threaten the Jia family must be eliminated.
"Brother, brother, sister, have a drink with you."
Xichun's clear voice reached Jia Cong's ears, bringing him back to reality.
Looking at the Yingying Yanyan in front of me, my mood suddenly improved. Today is New Year's Eve, so let's put everything aside and celebrate the New Year well.
Although Jia Jinggang died and could not set off fireworks, there was still no problem in eating and drinking happily.
He picked up the wine glass and said to Xichun: "Come, let's have a drink, brother and sister."
Xichun giggled, picked up the wine glass, clinked it with Jia Cong, and the two brothers and sisters did it together.
Jia Cong drank three more drinks with everyone, and said: "Since today is the Chinese New Year, everyone doesn't have to be restrained. You can be as happy as you like. You can play guessing and follow the rules."
Ruyan said: "The slave family will play a song to cheer everyone up."
Jia Cong said with a smile: "Ruyan's piano skills are outstanding, everyone can enjoy it tonight."
Ruyan smiled brightly, asked Xiaoman to bring the guzheng, sat next to him and started playing.
With the movement of the ten fingers, a wonderful melody sounded in the room. The sound was joyful, bright, and melodious, like the sound of spring snow and the sound of nature.
Everyone didn't take it seriously at first, but they were slowly attracted by the sound of the piano and listened quietly.
After the song was over, everyone cheered.
Jia Cong smiled and said: "This song is so beautiful that it can be played for three days. Every time I listen to it, I am addicted to it."
Ruyan was in a happy mood, returned to the banquet, and had a drink with Jia Cong.
Qingwen and Yueya started punching each other loudly, and Da Yuer and Chun Xia Qiu Dong also joined in. The scene became lively for a while.
Others are used to it and have long been accustomed to it.
It was the first time for Miaoyu and Ruyan to see each other, and they were somewhat surprised. Seeing Jia Cong smiling at this scene, they were relieved.
With this man encouraging them, doting on them, and pampering them, they naturally don't need to worry about anything, they just need to play happily.
Ruyan was originally a person in the entertainment scene. Although she was an oiran, she only received some dignitaries and talked about poetry and poetry. However, she was naturally familiar with these things, so she accepted it easily and slowly joined in.
Although Miaoyu looked lively, with her temperament, she would not be like this.
However, he and Xichun got along well with each other. They were talking and laughing, but they didn't know what they were talking about.
In the original work, the two were good friends. Later, Xichun saw the world and devoted himself to Buddhism. The two often talked about scriptures and Taoism together.
In this life, I have my own love, Xichun lives a full and lively life, so it is naturally impossible for me to go to the Buddha again.
Even the fake Bodhisattva Miaoyu was dragged into the mortal world by Jia Cong and brought into Ningguo Mansion.
Although Miaoyu is arrogant and arrogant, under the indiscriminate bombardment of Jia Cong's sugar-coated bullets, it is estimated that it will fall soon.
Whether it's ancient or modern, whether it's a man or a woman, it's actually the same.
Otherwise, where did those ancient scripts about talented men and beautiful ladies come from?
However, the modern atmosphere is more open-minded and does not care much about worldly perspectives.
Comparing the two, women in ancient times are purer and more likeable.
Qin Keqing came to Jia Cong's side with a wine glass in hand, and said with a smile: "Uncle Cong, I'll have a drink with you too."
This little goblin was a little timid and actually ran over directly.
Jia Cong picked up the wine glass, drank a drink with her, and patted her butt without any trace. Qin Keqing shuddered, rolled her eyes at Jia Cong, twisted her butt and left.
However, Youshi saw this scene and couldn't help curling his lips, cursing the vixen in his heart.
Then he thought of his own affairs and couldn't help but laugh. What's the difference between him and her?
Baozhu often waits for Jia Cong on the road, and has been seen by Youshi several times. Naturally, he understands that Jia Cong has eaten his daughter-in-law.
I originally thought of helping him, but I didn't expect that I wouldn't be needed at all.
The two of them were so in love with each other that they had already gotten together.
Since You's identity is here, it is naturally impossible to mess around with these girls. He talked to Jia Cong without saying a word, and Ping'er didn't participate in it. The three of them were closest to each other, chatting together, and occasionally drinking. A few glasses.
Time passed so slowly, and it was not until late at night that everyone left the table.
Later, various snacks such as melon seeds, candies, and cakes were placed, and everyone gathered around, chatting and watching the New Year.
You will get up early tomorrow to go to the palace to congratulate you. After playing for a while, you will go back to rest.
At this time, the sound of firecrackers everywhere was already crackling.
Qingwen came close to Jia Cong and said, "Sir, we can't set off firecrackers this year. It will lose a lot of fun. At this time in previous years, we would set off firecrackers outside."
Jia Cong said with a smile: "The master has just passed away. Naturally, we can't set off firecrackers in this first year, otherwise others will say something. We will buy more next year so that you can set off all at once."
Qingwen smiled and said, "I know, I'm just talking."
Then he ran to the side and played dice with others.
The little girl Xichun actually stayed with everyone to watch the New Year's Eve, even if they asked her to go to bed, she was very energetic.
Seeing her like this, I could only let her go.
Qin Keqing did not go back, but sat with Xi Ren. The two of them were talking and laughing, looking very energetic.
Miaoyu stayed for a while and then went back to rest. She was still not used to this kind of scene.
The remaining people slowly moved their positions to Jia Cong's kang, where there was a quilt and it was more comfortable.
After chatting with everyone for a while, Jia Cong felt a little dazed, maybe because he drank a lot of wine, and slowly closed his eyes and fell asleep.
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When I woke up again, it was already dark.
He was shaken awake by Yuanyang and Xiren.
"Master, it's time to get up. Grandma is here to call you. You still have to go to the palace to congratulate me."
Jia Cong opened his eyes and sat up, and saw many people lying on the bed. He couldn't help but shook his head and saw that Xichun was also lying on the bed, sleeping soundly.
"Why did you let the fourth girl sleep here and not let her go back to the room?"
Yuanyang said: "I fell asleep while playing, why are you screaming? The fourth girl is still young, nothing happened."
Jia Cong pulled the quilt and covered her before getting up.
Yuanyang and Xiren helped him wash up and put him into court clothes. They left the Ningguo Mansion with You, joined Jia Mu and others, and headed to the palace together.
After returning from the banquet, everyone went to Ningguo Mansion to worship their ancestors.
Then, Jia Mu returned to Rongguo Mansion to accept New Year greetings from all the juniors.
After Jia Cong paid New Year's greetings to Jia's mother, he went to pay New Year's greetings to Jia She and Mrs. Xing, to Jia Zheng and Mrs. Wang, and then to Aunt Xue, and then returned to Ningguo Mansion to accept New Year's greetings from everyone in the mansion.
The Jia family members of Ningrong Street also arrived at Ningguo Mansion early, waiting for Jia Cong to pay New Year's greetings.
After finally sending everyone away, Jia Cong rode to Lin Mansion.
First I came to Lin Ruhai's yard to pay Lin Ruhai New Year's greetings.
"My son-in-law pays New Year greetings to his father-in-law. I wish him good luck in the New Year, good health, return to the court, and be granted the title of Marquis and Prime Minister."
Lin Ruhai chuckled and said, "Come on, why are you here today? Is the old lady in good health?"
Jia Cong smiled and said: "The old lady is in good health, but she misses Sister Lin. I'll come to pick up Sister Lin and pay New Year's greetings to the old lady. By the way, I'll let her live there for a while. Our place is more lively."
Lin Ruhai nodded and said: "Forget it, you can go ahead. I will visit the old lady tomorrow."
Jia Cong said: "Then I will come to pick up my father-in-law tomorrow."
Lin Ruhai smiled and said, "There's no need to come to pick her up. It's not like there's no one at home. My health is much better than it was a year ago. I can just go there by myself. You'll probably have a lot of entertainment over there, so there's no need to bother."
Jia Cong said: "What's the trouble? It won't take long. This Chinese New Year is just about drinking here and there. It doesn't matter if it's a little early or a little late. I'll pick up my father-in-law early tomorrow morning."
Seeing Jia Cong's insistence, Lin Ruhai did not refuse.
Come if you want to. He has given his daughter to him, so it makes sense to come here to fulfill his filial piety.
The two families are close relatives and they have to go about their business in a serious manner, so there is no need to go to New Year's greetings on the first day of the Lunar New Year.
The two exchanged some pleasantries, and then Jia Cong took his leave and came to Lin Daiyu's yard.
Seeing Jia Cong coming, Lin Daiyu smiled happily and said: "Brother Cong, you are here. My sister is here to pay you New Year's greetings. I wish you good luck in martial arts and all the best."
Jia Cong took her hand and smiled: "Thank you, sister Lin, for your kindness. Brother, I also wish you happiness every day. You will become more beautiful as you grow, and you will like me more and more."
Lin Daiyu chuckled and said: "Brother Cong, you really only want good things, but your mouth is indeed getting sweeter and sweeter. Did you put honey on it when you came?"
Jia Cong chuckled and said, "It's not easy to know. You'll know if you try it yourself."
Lin Daiyu pushed Jia Cong, laughed and scolded: "Fuck you, the more you talk, the more inappropriate you are. Be careful of others listening. Are you going to pay my dad a New Year's greeting?"
Jia Cong said: "Well, I came from my father-in-law. I have already told him that I will take you back to pay New Year's greetings to the old lady and live there for a while. My father-in-law said that he will visit the old lady tomorrow. I will go back to see you tomorrow." Come get him."
Lin Daiyu said: "Well, I've asked Zijuan and the others to pack their things. I'll go tell daddy and we'll leave."
The two of them went to say goodbye to Lin Ruhai, then got into the carriage and returned to Rongguo Mansion.
I went to pay New Year's greetings to the old lady first, and then returned to my yard.
When Jia Cong left, he had arranged for someone to light a brazier in the house. When he came back, the house was already warm.
As soon as they settled here, Yingchun and Tanchun came over. They chatted with each other, and then accompanied Daiyu to visit various places to pay New Year's greetings. They walked around before returning.
Then, he took them to Ningguo Mansion, played there all afternoon, and had dinner there in the evening before sending them back.
On the second day of junior high school, I went to pick up Lin Ruhai.
Lin Ruhai sat with Jia Mu for a while, then went to talk to Jia She and Jia Zheng. After lunch, Jia Cong sent him back again.
In the next few days, Jia Cong hardly went home. He was either invited by one family or another, and had constant banquets every day.
Now that I am the head of my own family, these social activities and human connections are indispensable. Although they don't make much sense, I must participate in order to maintain a relationship.
After the third grade of junior high school, Miaoyu couldn't stay any longer. In addition, Jia Cong was rarely at home, so she decided to go back to Muni Yuan.
In the evening, he called Jia Cong into his yard and made a pot of tea.
The two sat across from each other, sipping tea and talking at the same time. Not to mention, Miaoyu's tea art was truly a master's level.
"You're really good at making tea. It's full of heat."
Miaoyu smiled and said: "My lord, the New Year is over now and you are quite busy. I have decided to go back to Muni Yuan tomorrow. If you have time, you can come to my place for tea."
Jia Cong nodded and did not try to hold him back.
Miaoyu grew up with her master, almost always living in a nunnery, and has become accustomed to a deserted and lonely life.
Suddenly entering the Ningguo Mansion, he was somewhat uncomfortable facing such a lively scene.
Once this habit is formed, it cannot be changed in a short time. The days are still long, so take your time.
"I know you're not used to the life here, so I won't keep you here. I'll take you back tomorrow morning. If there's anything you need, bring it with you tomorrow. I'll take the time to see you."
Miaoyu said: "There is nothing missing. The things you gave me years ago are not used yet. I can't use much by myself."
That night, the two chatted for a long time, and it was almost late at night before Jia Cong left.
The next morning, we had breakfast.
Jia Cong had a cart loaded with food and five or six large watermelons, and escorted Miaoyu all the way out of the West City Gate and back to Muni Courtyard.
When I arrived at Miaoyu's monastery, I helped her move her things into the house, sat there for a while, then said goodbye and left.
Time flies so fast, the tenth day of the Lunar New Year has passed in a blink of an eye, relatives and friends have almost left, and the year is almost over.
Shi Xiangyun came to visit Jia Mu, and then stayed instead of following his aunt back to Shi's house.
Knowing that Jia Cong had watermelons at home, he led a group of sisters to the Ningguo Mansion and gave Jia Cong a meal.
During the Spring Festival, Jia Cong's Five Cities Military and Horse Division will not rest and need to continue to maintain the peace of the capital.
Jia Cong asked them to adopt a rotation system, taking turns to rest and take turns on duty.
The Spring Festival has just ended, and the Lantern Festival is about to begin. A large-scale Lantern Festival will be held in the city, and people from the military and horse departments of the five cities are needed to maintain order.
None of this requires Jia Cong to come forward in person, he just needs to arrange it, and his subordinates will do everything.
Ning Rong's second mansion was also decorated with lanterns and colorful lanterns.
Although there are no large lanterns, there are countless small lanterns of all kinds.
On the 13th day of the first lunar month, Jia Cong invited Jia Mu and others to spend a day at Ningguo Mansion. The year was finally over.
On the night of the fourteenth day of the first lunar month, Jia Cong took advantage of his position to block all the entrances to the lantern festival, leaving only one entrance and one exit. He blocked the entrance for half an hour and took a group of women from the Jia family to visit the lantern festival in the city. .
Let Dayu'er, Shi Xiangyun, Tanchun and others enjoy it.
This era was no better than modern times. People like Yuanyang, Ping'er, Youshi, Qin Keqing, Wang Xifeng, Li Wan, etc. would have been hard-pressed to come out to watch the lantern festival without Jia Cong taking them out.
