Zhang Xiaobao's father was relieved, but Zhang Xiaobao was angry. A steward actually dared to not greet the young ladies in the manor on New Year's Eve, nor did he come to the Zhang family to greet the son-in-law. What was this?
A steward who could come here meant that he wasn't the most important person in the manor. He was just a deputy, yet he dared to treat his mother and the Zhang family like this. Wasn't this looking down on people through a crack in the door?
Zhang Xiaobao put down his chopsticks and sat there in deep thought. His hand tapped on his face. Wang Juan saw this from the side. She thought to herself, It's over. He had already offended Xiao Bao in the day, and now he had offended Xiao Bao's mother. I wonder if that Aunt Wang can go back alive?
Wang Juan believed that Zhang Xiaobao felt that he could do something unimaginable for his family. The Jia County Magistrates were scheming against the entire Zhang family. Zhang Xiaobao didn't intend to kill anyone when he sent the bailiffs over. He only wanted to force the steward away. It would be better if the steward could be dealt with, and it could be resolved peacefully.
However, the steward was directly facing his mother. Thinking about what he had done in the past, it might not be peaceful this time.
The Jang Wong Clan also saw Zhang Xiaobao's actions. She knew what her son was like. Her son had done this many times, and the other party didn't get any benefits. According to her daughter-in-law, he was full of evil tricks.
"Xiao Bao, if she doesn't come over, then so be it. When we go back, someone will deal with her. Don't do anything, do you hear me?" The Jang Wong Clan was afraid that her son would do something. She might not believe that others had the ability, but if her son wanted to deal with a steward, it was too easy.
Zhang Xiaobao unwillingly picked up his chopsticks again and put something in his mouth. He said in a muffled voice, "Okay, I know."
Date and Jujube were still in a state of surprise. As for Aunt Wang, they didn't care. She had beaten them many times. Now that they heard what Lady Qiao said to the young master, it seemed that this child was very scary as long as he made a move.
What ability did a little kid have? Da Zao and Jujube could not figure it out no matter how hard they thought about it. Looking at the expressions of the others, it seemed to be true. No one doubted it. What could he do?
"Date, Jujube, go back and tell Steward Wang that Young Master Zhang has said that she doesn't need to come over. Go back and find someone to send over your indenture contracts. The two of you can stay in Zhuangzi. Then go look for Qiuju, whom you saw just now, and ask her to teach you the rules of the courtyard."
The Jang Wong Clan heaved a sigh of relief when she saw that her son had agreed. This precious son of hers was frightening when he did things. Yesterday, when they killed people with crossbows, some of the bailiffs were so scared that their legs were trembling, not to mention the other villagers and children.
Only her son and daughter-in-law stood there, completely fine. In the end, they were taken away, but they were still celebrating happily. It could be said that they were calm, but it could also be said that these two children were the kind of people who killed without batting an eyelid.
At the same time, she knew that her son was good to his family and would do everything possible to make his family safe. That Steward Wang had offended her, and with Xiao Bao's ability, he would not be able to find out the cause of her death.
The Jang Wong Clan was sure of this. While she was happy to have such a good son, she was also worried for that Steward Wang. She hoped that she would leave quickly and not cause any more trouble. She had served the Wang family for decades, and it would not be good for her to die on her side.
Zhang Xiaobao no longer wanted to deal with that Steward Wang. He was thinking about how to push his father up the ranks. Without strength, people would not respect you. To forge iron, one had to be strong.
*****
Dzao and Jujube held hands as they walked back. They did not walk back and forth in the room, but directly went outside. Now, the two of them were relieved. In the future, they could do things in Zhangjia Zhuangzi. They could be like Qiuju, breaking plates and bowls, and not be beaten again.
Also, the clothes in the inner courtyard of Zhuangzi were much better than what they wore. They also had a higher monthly allowance. As long as they did things properly, they would be fine. Actually, where was not a good job? If they were always afraid of making mistakes, they would not be able to do things smoothly.
When the two of them returned, they happened to see Aunt Wang sitting there angrily. "They have no rules at all. Where did they go? They didn't even say hello. When they come back, if we don't teach them a lesson, won't they turn the sky upside down?"
Dzao and Jujube were shocked. When they realized that they were no longer under her management, they puffed up their chests and walked over confidently.
"Steward Wang, Dzao and I …"
"What did you call me? Well, I see that the two of you are bold. Come here, see how I deal with you. "When Steward Wang heard Jujube call him that, he became even angrier and shouted for the two of them to go over.
Dzao and Jujube were not afraid at all. They directly walked over and stood in front of Steward Wang, looking down at him. Who said that servant girls did not have a temper? They were used to being bullied in the past. Today, they finally turned the tables.
"I told you to get out. Who asked you to call me that?" Steward Wang gritted his teeth and said. He reached out to pinch the thighs of the two of them.
'Pa!' With a sound, Dzao and Jujube slapped Steward Wang's hand away at the same time. They did it with a lot of strength.
"Steward Wang, we are now Miss Qiao's servant girls. In the future, we will be under the management of Zhangjia Zhuangzi. Master wants us to tell you to quickly go back and have someone send our contract of servitude over. Also, you don't have to go over to pay your New Year greetings. Madam doesn't want to see you."
Little Zao was finally able to hold her head up high today. That slap just now had quite a bit of strength behind it. Even now, there were still a few bruises on her leg. Ever since they left home, on the way here, Steward Wang would always pinch her whenever he found a reason to do something. He even wanted to pinch her again.
Steward Wang was beaten silly. When did the two servant girls dare to hit him? When he was not feeling well, he kept finding trouble with the two servant girls. When he heard Jujube's words, he finally understood that she had found a backing and was not afraid of him anymore.
"You want to take back the contract? Dream on. As long as I am alive, you can forget about leaving. That Zhang Zhong dares to let someone pass the message. Who does he think he is? "Steward Wang's temper rose.
"Who do you think you are? If you are tired of living, I will send you on your way. " Without waiting for Big Date and Little Date to speak, Li Xun had already started scolding. Just now, he had to go over and greet them as a junior. Could it be that a steward of the Wang family is more powerful than me?
Even I have to listen to my father and treat the Zhang and Wang family's farmsteads well. I'm the number one in running errands for them. He's a Master, but he's not a good person. What am I, an errand runner?
"Little Prince, I, I am not talking about you. You are …" Steward Wang was really scared now. Yesterday, she saw the little Prince's people shoot those people.
Li Xun did not even look her in the eye as she said, "Go back quickly. Leave early in the morning tomorrow and do as my Uncle Zhang says. Quickly get someone to deliver the contracts of their servitude. Otherwise, I will chase after the capital and twist your head off. Let's see if your family can protect you."
Steward Wang only knew that the Little Prince was celebrating the New Year here. She was just in time to help someone come to Zhangjia Zhuangzi to make trouble. She did not expect the Little Prince to stand with the Zhang family. She looked at the two maidservants who slapped her just now and sighed. She nodded and said,
"Little Prince, don't worry. I will do as you say. I will go back early tomorrow morning and send Big Date and Jujube's things here."
"Don't listen to me. Listen to your son-in-law. He is the head of the Zhang family and a Level Seven Cloud Cavalry Officer." Li Xun did not give Steward Wang any face at all.
"Yes, it is the son-in-law's. I will, I will definitely listen." Steward Wang could only follow. She did not dare to refute. She could easily lose her life.
Since the things were going to be given, Steward Wang turned to Big Date and Jujube. She squeezed out a sad expression and said, "Big Date, Jujube, I really don't want you to leave. It's just like raising a girl and marrying her off to another family.
Come, Big Jujube, Small Jujube, Auntie has brought some money here. Keep it. Don't let anyone else know about it. In the future, when you do something wrong, take it out when you are punished. The punishment should be lighter. Don't be afraid of breaking things. Ah, come, take it. Auntie won't be able to stay by your side to protect you in the future. "
As he spoke, Steward Wang picked out two pieces of broken silver, each weighing one coin, from his money pouch and stuffed them into Big Date and Jujube's hands.
Big Date and Jujube took a step back at the same time, avoiding Steward Wang's hand. Jujube curled her lips and said, "We don't want your money. It's just that you always hit us. If Zhangjia Zhuangzi breaks something, as long as you don't hurt anyone, you won't be punished. We also didn't do anything wrong. What's wrong with doing more?
We just want the contract of selling ourselves. We don't want anything else. Don't send us that thin and small quilt that we use to sleep. Zhangjia Zhuangzi has already prepared it for us. You definitely don't know, but Zhangjia Zhuangzi washes clothes with hot water and hand oil.
Unlike you, you just let us use cold water to wash outside. Our hands are already swollen from the cold, and we still have to do other chores. When we wash the dishes, we can't even hold it properly. How can we not hit you? You even rushed us so urgently. Don't even think about bullying us in the future. You offended Miss Qiao, and you didn't even get to see her face. Just wait for your punishment when you go back. "
The more Jujube spoke, the more wronged she felt. Her tears kept falling, and the people around her also felt sad.
Steward Wang didn't expect the Zhang family to treat their servants like this. This had never happened before. He shook his head and said, "Impossible, unless Zhang Zhong is stupid."
"Who are you talking about? I think you don't want to leave here alive. Sister Big Date, Sister Jujube, come with me. I'll tell you the rules. Tomorrow morning, you will go back to get your things. The two of you will stay in the same room. Don't be afraid. At night, there will be people patrolling and keeping watch.
At this time, Qiuju came in from another door and happened to hear Steward Wang's words. She threatened him, and when she turned to Big Date and Jujube, she smiled and pulled them to another place.
"How is this possible? If you treat them so well, won't they turn the sky upside down?" Steward Wang was still muttering.
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