Tao Wanying blushed. She lowered her head and said, "Then you have to keep your word. Don't laugh at me!"
"Of course!" Seeing that her Buddhist heart was shaken, Lin Wanrong hurriedly agreed.
To be able to pull such a beautiful girl back from the brink of becoming a nun, he was extremely happy. Feeling proud of himself, he lifted his foot to leave. But he heard Miss Tao say softly, "Lin San, let me tell you something."
"Well, what is it?" He hurriedly turned his head.
Tao Wanying looked at him affectionately. She blushed and smiled sweetly, "I want to tell you that you lied to me about that matter, but I have never hated you!"
"What? You, you — "Lin Wanrong's heart beat faster. He was so shocked that his face turned pale. He couldn't even move his feet," How did you know?! "
He naturally knew what Miss Tao was talking about. He thought that Tao Wanying had been kept in the dark, but he didn't expect that this girl already knew.
"No matter how good the deception is, it can't beat a woman's intuition. What's more, it's related to my reputation — "Miss Tao's face was slightly red. She looked at him faintly and said softly," From then on, I knew that you are a very bad good person! "
A very bad good person? This title was also special. He shook his head and laughed at himself. Looking at Tao Wanying's calm face, he didn't know what to say.
Leaving the dilapidated hut, the Xiao Family's carriage had already stopped at the foot of the mountain. Grand Mistress and Madam were waiting for him.
"How is it? Have you seen them?" Xiao Yuruo held his hand and said softly.
"Yes." Lin Wanrong nodded and sighed, "I didn't expect Miss Tao to be such a persistent person. She lives here alone. You must have suffered a lot since you're all alone. "
The great change of the Tao Family was more or less related to the Xiao Family. The Grand Mistress shook her head with emotion. "When I was friends with Wan Ying, I only saw her lively and cheerful all day, but I didn't expect her to have such a strong heart. The last time I returned to Jinling, I had offered to help her renovate the Ci Nunnery several times. I also wanted to add more tools and tools to the nunnery, but she refused every time. She's just a girl who has no one to rely on in this miserable world. She has a leaky house, a cold kiln, and an ancient Buddhist lamp. Could it be that she's really cut off from the world of mortals? "
Eldest Miss and Tao Wanying were originally on good terms, but seeing her fall into such a situation, Naturally, he couldn't bear it, and his eyes reddened.
Lin Wanrong hastily patted her shoulder and comforted her in a soft voice, "Miss Tao's determination to become a monk is not firm. I have already discussed with her and invited her to the capital as a guest. When the time comes, you can persuade her. I believe there won't be a problem. "
"Oh?" The Grand Mistress looked at him meaningfully. He said helplessly, "I invited Wanying to the capital a few days ago, but she refused no matter what. I didn't expect that she would obediently agree to your request with just a few words. This is a strange thing! In the future, if she has any difficulties, you'll have to come and talk to her! "
"Is that so?" Lin Wanrong hastily laughed, "I'm not that clever. Maybe it's because I'm a rough person. My voice is also a bit loud. She's scared by me! Haha! "
"I've never seen someone as thick-skinned as you!" The Grand Mistress smiled and rolled her eyes at him. She said helplessly, "Keep pretending! When she really arrives in the capital, I'll see what you'll do! "
He was too lazy to think about the future. The right thing to do was to solve the problems in front of him first.
"For this trip to Korea, we have to leave early," Lin Wanrong pulled Xiao Yuruo's hand. He sternly said, "Sailing on the sea, the wind is high and the waves are strong. If we delay our time. We won't be able to come back for the New Year. That would be a great regret. "
The Grand Mistress suddenly became anxious. She lightly said, "Then why don't you quickly go and talk to niangqin?"
Why do I have to talk to her? He stared blankly. Looking at Xiao Yuruo's shy and happy face, he suddenly understood. They had the order of their parents, the words of a matchmaker, and the formal exchange of marriage certificates. The two young ladies of the Xiao Family were now surnamed Lin. This kind of long journey away from home, it was naturally appropriate for him, the head of the family, to talk to them.
"It's cold outside, quickly come up!" Lady Xiao opened the curtain of the carriage and called out with a smile.
Lin Wanrong hurriedly pulled the Grand Mistress into the carriage. The inside of the carriage was soft and fragrant. Lady Xiao was kneeling in front of the table. The faint light shone on her jade-like clean and flawless face. She was indescribably beautiful and moving.
The Madam's jade hand held a cup. The freshly picked autumn tea was rolling back and forth in the bowl. It gradually floated to the surface, steaming and fragrant.
"Try it." She picked up the teacup and smiled as she handed it to Lin Wanrong: "Freshly picked rain flower autumn tea. It's very fresh and tender. You can't taste it in the capital."
Lin Wanrong hurriedly took a sip. The hot water entered his stomach. His lips and teeth were full of fragrance. He couldn't help but praise: "Good tea, good tea. Madam's craftsmanship is really extraordinary."
"It's just making tea. How can it be called craftsmanship?" The Madam smiled and shook her head. Outside the window, the autumn night was lonely. Inside the carriage, the lights were warm but still cold. The three people sat quietly. For a moment, there was an indescribable warmth.
"Madam, there is something —" He deliberated for a long time and carefully said: "I want to go to Korea with the Grand Mistress."
"Xiao Yuruo told me." Lady Xiao took the teacup in front of him and refilled it with new tea: "Going to Korea to expand business is also a good thing. When are you going to leave? "
"Tomorrow!!"
The Madam's soft hand that was pouring the tea trembled slightly. The hot water spilled on the table.
"Tomorrow?" Her elegant brows slightly wrinkled: "Why are you leaving in such a hurry?"
The Grand Mistress hurriedly said: "He's afraid that the sea will be too stormy. If there's a delay due to the weather, he won't be able to make it back in time for the New Year!"
Lady Xiao pondered for a moment and slowly said: "That's true. The earlier you go, the earlier you can return. If that's the case, you should leave early. "
She put down the teapot in her hand and sighed silently. The Grand Mistress's eyes suddenly reddened. She reluctantly called out: "Mother —"
"Silly girl," Lady Xiao lovingly brushed the hair by her daughter's ear: "Go with him! If he dares to neglect you, I'll find him to settle the score. "
"Mother!" The Grand Mistress couldn't hold it in anymore. She threw herself into her mother's arms and burst into tears.
The rims of Lady Xiao's eyes were slightly red. Bright tears floated in her eyes, but she strongly held them back: "Lin San, you must treat Yushuang and Xiao Yuruo well! In this life, I only have the two of them left! "
Lin Wanrong's heart ached when he heard this. He hurriedly said: "Madam, please rest assured. If I fail them, you don't need to do anything. I'll cripple myself! "
The Madam couldn't help but laugh. She angrily said: "You talk like this. How can you still be so shameless? If you cripple yourself, what about my two daughters? "
It's still the Madam who loves me! Lin Wanrong laughed heartily. After this interruption, the sadness of parting was diluted a lot. The mother and daughter hugged each other and said some intimate words. He listened attentively from the side, feeling indescribably relaxed.
When he returned home, the sky was already dark. He hadn't returned for a long time. Looking at the gilded plaque hanging high above the door of the Xiao Family, he immediately let out a long sigh. He recalled the situation when the Xiao Family recruited servants. The small picture album, Qiaoqiao, General Weiwu, Second Miss … it all seemed like it happened just yesterday.
"Third brother is back. Third brother is back — — "Just as he stepped out of the carriage, the two servants guarding the door saw his figure. They rubbed their eyes in disbelief and immediately shouted excitedly.
Hearing this shout, the house immediately exploded, and the sound of footsteps could be heard. Hundreds of maids and servants rushed out in unison, stretching their necks to look outside.
"Brothers and sisters, hello everyone!" He smiled and cupped his fists. His expression was incomparably relaxed.
Seeing the familiar smile on the tanned face, everyone in the Xiao Family seemed to wake up from a dream. The servants and maids rushed to him in a frenzy. Tuan Tuan crowded around the carriage.
"Third brother, you're back — —"
"Third brother, you're getting more and more handsome — —"
"Third brother, Sister Xiao Cui said she missed you — —"
Lin Wanrong laughed and cupped his fists. He cupped his hands and bowed to the people around him. The atmosphere was extremely lively.
"Lin San, Lin San — —" An old man pushed the crowd away. Shakily, he squeezed to the front.
Lin Wanrong jumped out of the carriage in shock and hurriedly held his arm. He said excitedly, "Uncle Fu, long time no see. Old man, you're getting stronger and stronger. These little fellows are no match for you, haha! "
Spring passed and autumn returned. After not seeing him for a long time, Uncle Fu had gradually aged. His beard and hair were white, but his spirit was hale and hearty.
"You sure know how to talk," Uncle Fu happily pulled him and carefully looked him up and down. He slowly nodded and said, "Not bad, not bad. You've become a lot stronger. I heard that even the barbarians are no match for you. You've made us Chinese proud. Grand Mistress and Second Miss have good taste! "
When he said that, everyone laughed. Everyone knew of the matter between Third Brother and the two young ladies. A lowly servant had managed to marry two beautiful young ladies and had even defeated the ferocious Turks on the battlefield. His third brother's achievements could be compiled into a picture book.
"Uncle Fu, how's the workshop recently?" Standing in front of him were all old friends. He felt happy and carefree. He pulled the old man's sleeve and hurriedly asked.
"Is there a need to ask?" Uncle Fu proudly said, "Our perfume workshop has expanded several times. Now we have around 200 people. The soap workshop also has 100 people. Everyone works day and night, but these two things are still in short supply. Look, my hair and beard are all white, but I still can't turn around. Lin San, you're really capable! "
Uncle Fu gave him a thumbs up, praising him endlessly. This made Lin Wanrong think back to when he started his business. He couldn't help patting the old man's shoulder and silently smiled.
Seeing everyone around him chatting and laughing, as if they had forgotten about the two of them, Lady Xiao shook her head and said with a smile, "This Lin San is so outstanding no matter where he goes. No wonder everyone likes him. Xiao Yuruo, you have to keep a close eye on him! "
Grand Mistress shyly made a sound of agreement. Seeing her third brother laughing in the crowd and secretly winking at her, she gently smiled and blushed.
Everyone happily escorted him through the door. The rock garden, the pavilion, the green trees and red flowers, the familiar scene entered his eyes. The Xiao Family was still the Xiao Family, nothing had changed.
He lingered on the way and unknowingly arrived at the back garden. A few small houses in the corner could be clearly seen. That was his humble dwelling in the Xiao Family.
His footsteps quickened and he passed through the flowers, slowly approaching the small courtyard. Scenes of the past appeared in front of his eyes. He smiled and shook his head, the joy in his heart hard to express.
When he arrived in front of the small house he used to live in, he was slightly surprised. It was clear that he hadn't been back for a long time, but the house was still bright and clean, without a speck of dust. Even the furnishings were the same as when he left, as if he had always lived here.
"What's going on?" He asked in shock.
Uncle Fu had always been by his side. Hearing this, he smiled and said, "This is Madam's idea. She said that you have been alone in the capital, working hard for our Xiao Family and living a difficult life. She needs to keep this place well so that when you come back, you can stay here and have a look. She will be happy. This room is personally cleaned by Madam and never needs our servants to help. She will often come here to sit. A few days ago, Grand Mistress came back and this room was handed over to her to take care of. There were a few nights when Grand Mistress didn't want to go back to the attic, so she stayed here! "
Lin Wanrong's heart warmed when he heard this. Even Madam and Grand Mistress personally came to take care of my dog kennel. My efforts for the Xiao Family were not in vain!
Tomorrow, I will go to Lianyun Harbor to board the ship. Madam and Grand Mistress have a lot of things to do. Although Lin Wanrong missed Xiao Yuruo, he also knew that he shouldn't disturb her at this time, so he obediently stayed in this simple but warm house.
The quilt on the bed was soft and had a faint fragrance. It was the smell of rose perfume. There were a few long black and beautiful hair left on the pillow. At a glance, he knew that it was left by Grand Mistress.
She didn't stay in her boudoir, but came to my dog kennel every night to rest. She really missed me like a knife! Lin Wanrong chuckled a few times. He glanced at the table and saw a small silk bag in a dark corner. He didn't know what was in it.
He pressed it a few times. The silk bag was very soft. When he opened it, there was a lot of burnt soil and some broken tiles, but he didn't know where it came from.
He thought for a moment and held the sandbag tightly. He silently shook his head and smiled.
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