The dinner was very sumptuous, but not much wine was consumed. After all, they were all female relatives, and only Butler Qian accompanied Nie Li to drink some.
Naturally, Mrs. Gu and her two sisters could not accompany her.
The eldest sister is even more pregnant. Now she is pregnant. Alcohol is absolutely forbidden. If it weren't for Nie Li not returning for many years, according to the living habits of pregnant women, she would have fallen asleep at this time.
He mustered up the energy to eat with Nie Li for a long time.
Nie Li took a look at the time and saw that it was already after eight o'clock. If it is said that nightlife begins after eight o'clock in Shendu, the city that never sleeps, in later generations, then it is already very late here in Gujiazhuang.
"Godmother, eldest sister is also tired. She has almost eaten today. I will be at home for a few more days. It just so happened that Niuzi asked me to go to his house for a drink. You guys should go to bed early!"
Nie Li took advantage of the situation and proposed to end the drinking game.
The eldest sister looked even more satisfied with Nie Li.
The second sister was also furious, but Mrs. Gu was reluctant to leave.
"Come back early and drink less. The cool breeze will blow in the evening and I will have a headache tomorrow."
"Also, second sister, have you sent someone to clean up your brother's room?"
The second sister nodded speechlessly: "It has been cleaned up a long time ago. They are all using new quilts. Who dares to neglect your precious son?"
Mrs. Gu said with a smile: "Nonsense, you are still a precious daughter."
The second sister drooped her face indifferently, she was used to it anyway.
Nie Li also smiled and said, "Don't worry, godmother, I won't drink too much."
With that said, he went out.
Butler Qian held a lantern and walked in front of Nie Li, shining a light.
Nie Li followed slowly, and suddenly, Nie Li said something.
"Chamber!"
Canglang!
Butler Qian was shocked.
"Young Master, don't yell nonsense. I feel a little uneasy when you call me that."
Nie Li chuckled: "Uncle Qian, is there something wrong at home?"
Nie Li could feel some depression between mother and daughter.
Uncle Qian glanced at Nie Li with a complicated expression: "Young Master is so experienced!"
At that time, I just looked at Nie Li's cleverness, so I turned a blind eye and allowed Nie Li to make a living in the Gu family compound. Unexpectedly, after so many years, Nie Li's eyesight has become more and more serious.
He really believed that Nie Li had sneaked out.
Uncle Qian shook his head: "Young master, you won't be at home for long, so don't get involved in family affairs. Go and have a drink with Niu Zi."
I didn’t want to involve Nie Li.
When Nie Li ran away, it was actually clear that he did not want the Gu family's property. How could Nie Li be dragged into the Gu family's affairs now?
What became of that?
Therefore, since Mrs. Gu didn't say anything, Butler Qian would naturally not talk too much.
Nie Li was already prepared and simply didn't ask.
Anyway, in the past few days, we will know sooner or later.
I just don't know what happened, but it actually made the Gu family uneasy.
Niu Zi's house is luxuriously lit with an oil lamp today. There are three mud houses, one for Niu Zi and his wife, one for the kitchen, and one for the children.
This is standard equipment in Gujiacun.
Don't stand out, nor be inferior to others.
From far away, you could hear Niu Zi saying to his wife: "Brother Dali will definitely be here for dinner soon. There is no need to prepare too much food. He will definitely not be able to eat it. Just prepare more food and drinks."
Turning around, I heard a female voice again: "You already said it's your dear brother. It's their business whether they eat or not. It's your business whether you're ready or not. Listen to me!"
Nie Li listened to the sounds inside and smiled.
It seems that Niu Zi has married a good wife.
The door was open, and Nie Li walked in: "Niu Zi!"
Niu Zi ran out of the kitchen in a hurry, smiling innocently: "Brother Dali, come in quickly, the food and wine are ready, let's serve it!"
On the table, there are three small stir-fries, two plates of peanuts, and the usual small fish.
Niu Zi rubbed his head in embarrassment: "Brother Dali, the conditions are limited, so just make do with it."
Nie Li was not greedy for this bite. He waved his hand and said: "It's very rich! Tell your wife to stop working. It's time to rest."
At this time, Niu Zi's wife also brought the last dish.
"Brother Dali, I have heard from Niu Zi for a long time that you are finally here. You two have a good drink!"
He looks pretty, but his words and deeds are very grand.
Nie Li was confused for a moment, why did he fall in love with Niu Zi?
While the two were drinking each other, they talked about a lot of outside things and things about Gujiazhuang. Nie Li took advantage of the situation and asked the doubts in his heart: "Niuzi, tell the truth to me, has something happened in Gujiazhuang?"
Niu Zi's smile faltered.
Then he sighed: "Brother Dali, don't worry about it. It's all nonsense. If you really push us, we won't be bullied."
Look at Niu Zi not telling the truth.
Nie Li put down the wine glass: "Niu Zi, your brother and I also have some skills now. Tell us and see if I can solve it?"
Nie Li was afraid that Niu Zi wouldn't be able to accept it, so he could only say it tactfully.
Niu Zi's wife advised him from the side: "Niu Zi, just tell me if the eldest brother asks you. After all, the eldest brother is the young master of the Gu family. He is well-informed and may have some good ideas."
Niu Zi then spoke loudly: "The mayor of our town changed in the past two years. This person is greedy."
"The landlords in the surrounding villages have long been dissatisfied with the fact that our Gujiazhuang charges such low rents. No, after the mayor changed, these people saw the opportunity and began to encourage the new mayor to take action on the Gu family. But Every time, we were beaten back by the people in our village."
"But this time, I couldn't bear it anymore. They said they were going to collect military rations. Others were collecting 20% of this year's harvest, but we wanted 50%."
"But if we really pay this 50%, how will the people in Gujiazhuang survive?"
At this point, Niu Zi said helplessly: "I have already made plans. If they come to force me, I will find a way to kill the mayor."
As he spoke, Niu Zi's face showed anger. Apparently he was dissatisfied with his peaceful life being disrupted.
Nie Li poured a glass of wine: "What did my godmother say?"
"Mrs. Gu is willing to help us with the money, but Miss Second and Butler Qian don't agree. The money has passed this year. What about next year? The Gu family's wealth is not enough for them to plunder. How many times can they help us? ?”
Nie Li nodded, indeed.
I support the second sister and Butler Qian on this matter.
It seems that the reason why the second sister went to Shendu is not that simple.
Nie Li drank the glass of wine in his hand and nodded: "Okay, I understand. Just keep this in mind and leave it to me."
Niu Zi quickly stopped Nie Li: "Brother Dali, I know you are capable, but you must not be a fool!"
Nie Li looked at Niu Zi in a funny way: "Didn't you just say to kill the mayor? Why are you trying to persuade me now?"
Niu Zi explained rather embarrassedly: "Brother Dali is very capable, so we can't give in like this. Besides, my wife was married to Mrs. Gu, so I'm repaying the favor."
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