He originally thought about selling the fire crickets to the Zhong family, but then he thought it was not suitable. If the price was too low, he would not accept it. If the price was too high, it was unjustifiable for him to cheat Ash Heng's father-in-law. 'It's really inappropriate to promote things.
After much deliberation, I still have to go out and find a buyer. I can rest assured that I can make money. If I find someone easy to fool, I might be able to sell it for a sky-high price.
When Butler Li heard that he was going out for a stroll, he immediately shook his head and said, "I don't have a carriage, and I won't give it to you if I have one."
Yu Qing was stunned, "What do you mean?"
Butler Li asked back: "Sir, you don't need me to remind you about your own provincial examination rankings, right? Do you think you are sure to pass? At this time, it is the last moment. It is useless to grind your guns before the battle, so work hard! I will not hesitate to do so." Why did you spend a lot of money to invite Mr. Ming to come? This is an opportunity that comes once every three years. Once you succeed, you will be named on the gold list, have flowers and candles in the bridal chamber, and everyone's face will be bright."
Yu Qing understood the truth, but he was not a gun, but a lump of wood that could not be polished out, and would only be ground into wood slag.
To put it bluntly, he was just too lazy to do useless work, so he surrendered and said, "Uncle Li, I will just take a stroll and I will be back in the afternoon, before Mr. Ming arrives."
Butler Li refused bluntly, "No! This is what the master wants. Before the general examination, you must concentrate all your energy on preparing for the exam. You are not allowed to take a step outside the Zhong Mansion. Young Master, it's only one month. Where do you want to go after one month?" No matter what, you have to be careful this month no matter what. You also know some things. The Zhong Mansion has taken a huge risk by marrying the lady to you, and the difference between whether you can pass the exam or not is huge!"
Of course Yu Qing understood what he meant. Once the Zhong family marries a daughter, people who have dealings with the Zhong family will definitely inquire about the son-in-law's background. It will be easy to find out who the father of 'Ashi Heng' is. It won't take long for the news to spread. If it were to spread in the capital, no one would be able to figure out what the murderer was behind the scenes.
Therefore, the Zhong family did take huge risks in order to fulfill their engagement.
But the key point is that Yu Qing knows that things will develop in another direction. He will not let the Zhong family marry their daughter to that point. After the interview, he will tell the Zhong family the truth and show that he is fake.
So he waved his hand indifferently, turned around and walked on his own, "I know, I will be sensible, I just go out for a walk, I can't study too hard, I need to relax. Forget it, I don't need Zhongfu's carriage, I will go on my own Think of ways to."
Butler Li's face darkened, and he quickly caught up and held out his hand to stop him, "No, the master said you can't go out, you must stay at home and prepare for the exam with peace of mind!"
Blocking my financial path? Yu Qing glared, "Uncle Li, you were sent by my father. Which side are you on?"
Butler Li said in a deep voice: "We are all our own people, I only help you with the truth! I know a little bit about the boss's character. If it were him, he wouldn't let you run around at this time. With your casual and indulgent behavior, I really doubt whether you were trained by the boss. I also want to do it for your own good. If you have to run around for a month and you have to be disciplined, then try it and see if Du Fei will let you out. If you disobey and run around, he will really beat you!"
The suspicion about his identity made Yu Qing's heart tighten. After thinking about the circumstances of his encounter with Du Feichu, he realized that he had indeed attacked him directly. He immediately looked around, feeling a bit defensive, and said, "You guys What’s the difference between it and house arrest?”
After saying that, he turned around and went back to the house, subdued in action.
Butler Li also followed back and persuaded him earnestly, "It's only one month. It's the time that's imminent. If you don't work hard now, when will you wait? It's really not easy to run around at this time. The capital is full of people. What if something happens in the capital?" There is no way to refer to anything. We have no way to explain it to the spirit of the boss in heaven. You have to know that even your daily diet has been explained by the master himself. You must not let it ruin your stomach..."
He kept soothing him, with Yu Qing going in his left ear and out his right ear, but he didn't hear a few words. He thought to himself that he could only wait until the trial was over, and selling things after the trial would not have any impact.
It is estimated that Xu Fei is unlikely to leave as soon as the exam is over. He will definitely have to wait until the rankings are released and the results come out.
After making up his mind, he interrupted Butler Li and said, "Uncle Li, get me some big bones tonight."
"Big Bones? What do you want that for?"
"Oh, I'm used to making a pot of bone soup at night to drink it. It can calm my mind and calm my mind."
"Does big bone soup still have this effect?"
"I'm used to it. Drinking bone soup warms my mind and makes me feel better."
"Okay, when you want it, I'll have it cooked and delivered to you."
"No, I'm used to staying up by myself. Reading a book while smelling the smoke of fireworks is also a state of mind."
"Oh, it's up to you, as long as you prepare hard for the exam."
Butler Li sighed and left.
Yu Qing lay down on the floor, thinking about how he would survive this month.
As for the big bones, he prepared them for Fire Cricket. Along the way, he brought the fire crickets supplies, and he and the fire crickets had some tacit understanding. He also understood the habits of the fire crickets. If they were not given food for two days, they would scream "di di" incessantly, and their voices were so loud. Can make a lot of noise.
If you don't pay attention, you'll keep bumping into each other.
As long as he was given food regularly, the bad-tempered Fire Cricket accepted his fate and slept quietly in the jar.
Now that Zhong Mansion doesn't let him go out, he can only feed him in Zhong Mansion.
No way, so far, fire crickets have been found to only eat bones.
In the afternoon, just after noon and early in the afternoon, Mr. Ming, whom the Zhongfu spent a lot of money to invite, came.
Mr. Zhong and Butler Li came together.
The person who came was neither tall nor short. He was said to be in his early forties, but he looked like he was in his early fifties. His hair on the temples was a little loose, his clothes were a little loose, and he walked loosely. It was obvious that he didn't like being touched. restrained person.
His temples are grey, his beard is also grey, his nose feels a little like lees, his facial muscles are slack, his face is pale, and his eyes are lacking energy.
Judging from his appearance, he should be a very good-looking man, but he has obviously been drained by drinking and sex.
After sizing up the visitor, Yu Qing, who was waiting under the eaves, immediately walked down the steps and greeted him respectfully.
Zhong Yuanwai introduced the students and teachers to each other and asked Yu Qing to perform the apprenticeship ceremony.
Mr. Ming responded with a hum, and then announced the rules to the Zhong family arrogantly, "I teach people that I don't like to be disturbed, and I don't like to be stared at. No one is allowed to enter this place without my greeting." Yard. If you agree, I will teach you. If you don’t agree, I will leave."
Yu Qing, who bowed his head slightly and held the ceremony, immediately raised his eyes, a look of envy flashed in his eyes.
He admired this person, he could make a lot of money from others, and he still dared to show off to others.
Mr. Zhong immediately said politely: "Everything will be done according to Mr. Ming's rules."
"Okay, please." Mr. Ming didn't hesitate and directly extended his hand to indicate to Mr. Zhong and others that they could leave.
"Uh..." Mr. Zhong was a little uncomfortable, but he still resigned.
After leaving the courtyard, Butler Li couldn't help but complain, "That's a big deal."
Mr. Zhong waved his hand and said, "Flattery only comes to those who have no ability. Such people have the ability to be proud of their talents."
Butler Li thought for a while and nodded in approval.
And Mr. Ming had directly asked Yu Qing to take him into the study.
He wandered around the study, sniffed with his nose, then glanced sideways at Yu Qing and asked, "How long have you lived here?"
Yu Qing said respectfully: "I just came here, so it only lasts two days."
Mr. Ming immediately stopped talking and went directly to the low couch beside him. He moved the coffee table on it and put it on the ground. Then he went out again and came back with a blanket and a pillow from Yu Qing's bedroom. coming.
Throwing things on the low couch, the person lay down on the low couch, shook off the blanket, and began to sleep comfortably.
Yu Qing was a little confused. After waiting for a while, he finally couldn't help but asked: "Sir, what are you..."
He hadn't read the classics seriously, and he didn't know if it was because he had little knowledge, so he didn't dare to question it completely for a while.
Mr. Ming, who was lying on his side, opened one eye and looked at him, "There is no ink in this study. It has not been used for at least ten days. I knew you were not a scholar as soon as I smelled it. You can actually pass the examination. I really don't know you." How did you get in? I've seen a lot of children from rich families like you. Most likely, they were forced to learn by their families. I won't embarrass you, and you don't embarrass me. I didn't sleep well last night. I'll make up for it. It’s up to you to sleep.”
"..." Yu Qing was stunned and shocked. It was not because of this person's experience. It was not because he could tell by his nose that he was not a scholar. He didn't expect that he could still make money like this. He only came here in two days and spent one afternoon. , I was planning to sleep and hang out this afternoon. I was not here to make money, I was just here to pick up money.
It was simply too much, but he didn't resent it. He was worried about how he would survive his studies. But the person who came here was so considerate and didn't say much. He just knew what a student like you wanted. Don't embarrass you.
He couldn't help but want to ask, "Sir, did you teach other people's children like this before?"
Mr. Ming, who closed his eyes again, was sincere. He stretched and said: "It depends on the situation. Those who are willing to learn can be taught. If you are unwilling to learn, it will be useless if you teach them. Why force each other. You are like this. How much ink has been finalized long ago, how can it be adjusted in this little time. Wait, when the court decides on the examiner, I will judge their scope of questions for you, and then I will mark it for you, you It may be useful to make up for it, how much you can make up depends on you. Of course, if you want to learn now, you can also, this afternoon, give me a copy of all the books on the shelf, and wake me up after you have copied it. I, I will teach you the next step."
Yu Qing turned his head and looked at the bookshelf. My dear, I don't know why the Zhong family put so many books in the study room. At least a few hundred books would be enough to start with. Just flipping through them would be tiring. He immediately lowered his attitude and said softly, "Everything you said is right, sir. I listen to him, but... I'm afraid it won't be easy to explain to my uncle when they ask me later!"
Mr. Ming sneered with his eyes closed, as if he had known this before, turned over, turned sideways, and said slowly, "Don't worry, I will say that you are very hardworking and attentive, so you must say more." Your kind words. If you ask me, you know what to say, right?"
