Chapter 49
Chapter 49
Zhang Xiao Long smiled and said, "It's our well water!
When I saw Mr. Liu drinking tea that day, he was happier than if we gave him ten taels of silver. In the future, we can give him more well water. Not only can it satisfy his appetite, but it can also ensure his health. Isn't that better?
Oh right, father, when you go this time, if you have the chance, tell Mr. Liu to move to the Guozhuang House. I saw that he had this intention last time, but he still had some misgivings. This time, Liu Qian came, so I think he would be willing to come. This way, Liu Qian and I can also take care of him. What do you think? "
Zhang Cai and Guo Sufei looked at each other and said, "When I go, I will definitely say these words. How about this, you keep these banknotes and tokens first. If you really need them, you can exchange them."
Zhang Xiao Long thought about it and said, "Okay, then I'll keep them first."
After he finished speaking, he put the banknotes and tokens into his pocket.
Since Zhang Xiao Long didn't agree to use banknotes, the Zhang family's betrothal gifts were much simpler. They just prepared a few simple gifts according to the local customs.
Early in the morning, Zhang Cai and Guo Sufei put on new clothes and took the prepared gifts. They set off to Ba Li Gou to prepare for the most important engagement in Zhang Xiao Long's life.
When Zhang Cai and Guo Sufei arrived at Mr. Liu's house, they received a very grand welcome.
When they presented the simple betrothal gifts, Mr. Liu didn't care and respectfully accepted them. He didn't look down on them or turn hostile because of the simplicity of the gifts. This made Zhang Cai and his wife feel relieved. There was no one else in the Liu family's hall, only Butcher Liu and other family members. It seemed that Mr. Liu really wasn't the kind of person who liked to be extravagant and formal. There was no sign of Liu Qian in the hall.
The whole process of the engagement was simple. Everything was carried out according to the customs of the countryside. Nothing was overdone. When the ceremony came to an end smoothly, it was time for the two parties to discuss the wedding. Zhang Cai and Guo Sufei asked Mr. Liu to make the decision. They only had one request, which was to get married as soon as possible. Because their grandmother's health couldn't wait too long, her last wish was to see her grandson's wedding.
Mister Liu pondered for a long time. He took out the almanac and carefully examined it. His brows were slightly furrowed. Zhang Cai and the others couldn't help but feel anxious.
After a while, Mister Liu raised his head and said, "Look at this date. Recently, the end of this month has been an auspicious day. After that, it will be June. Isn't the end of this month too rushed?
At the end of June, the old lady … "Mr. Liu did not finish his sentence.
As expected, Zhang Cai and Guo Sufei also frowned. Guo Sufei did not give up and asked, "Are there no good days in between?"
Mr. Liu said, "There are many good days in between, but there aren't any that match Xiao Long and Qian Qian's birth characters."
Zhang Cai let out a long breath and said, "Ai, then, there's only June. There are only a few days until the end of the month. There's no sign of the house for the wedding. It's just a few days, how can we prepare it?"
Mr. Liu also nodded and said, "That's the only thing we can do. But what about the old lady?"
At this time, a voice came from outside, "Father, I think it's better to set it at the end of this month."
Everyone looked and saw that the person who came in was Liu Qian. It turned out that she had been listening outside the entire time.
Liu Qian's face was a bit red as she said, "Uncle, auntie, seeing Xiao Long's wedding is grandmother's last wish. As the younger generation, we should satisfy her. Actually, the simplicity of the wedding is also up to us. There's no need for overly complicated ceremonies. It's also not realistic for us to hold a grand wedding. I think you don't need to buy a new house for the time being. Let's just find a place first. Moreover, father, aren't you also planning to move to the Guozhuang House?
Take this opportunity and find a place next to the Zhang family's courtyard. Build a few houses and surround it with a courtyard wall. Wouldn't that be a home?
When this courtyard is ready, you can move there. Xiao Long and I will also move there. We can take care of you on one hand, and we can also take care of uncle and the others on the other. What do you think? "
Liu Qian's idea seemed very unimaginable, but after careful consideration, it was still very feasible.
Grandmother's health should not last until June. When the old lady passed away, this mourning ceremony was likely to delay the wedding. The old lady was eager to see her grandson's wedding, so this wedding should be held at the end of February.
With the Zhang family's family background, it was not realistic to hold a large-scale wedding. It was also very easy to prepare a simple wedding. It was not a big problem to ask for help from familiar people in the village for a few days.
The most difficult problem was the new house. It was supposed to be a new house for the newly married couple. If they started preparing now, it was estimated that it could be done in a month. If Mr. Liu also wanted to move over, then he had to build a small courtyard again. This would take a few months. Liu Qian also wanted to take care of her father. Of course, this courtyard had to be built, so it was better to put it together.
However, what Zhang Cai was thinking now was that Liu Qian wanted to separate from Xiao Long before she married into the family. She wanted to live with her father. It seemed that she wanted to separate from the family. Could it be that she had other thoughts?
However, after that, Zhang Cai denied this idea. What did his family have that Liu Qian coveted?
It was nothing more than that well. Liu Qian persuaded her father to go there because she wanted to consider her father's health. This was filial piety. Xiao Long and Liu Qian would live alone. To be honest, it was a matter of time. There were three sons in the family. How could they not separate from the family?
It seemed too early to mention it at this time, but after thinking about it carefully, it was still appropriate. At least, it would let others see Liu Qian's vision. It would not let Zhang Xiaohu and Zhang Xiaohua have a knot in their hearts.
Mr. Liu naturally had no opinion in his heart. He was originally thinking about how to retire. He was a teacher and was respected everywhere. He heard that there was no teacher in the Guozhuang House. He would definitely be popular if he went there.
Moreover, there was a daughter to rely on there. He could also protect his daughter. Why not?
He was still thinking about how to bring up the matter of moving to Zhang Cai. His daughter brought it up at this time. It was really timely.
There were people who objected. That was Butcher Liu's family.
Butcher Liu raised his voice and said, "Big Brother, why do you want to go to the Guozhuang House? You didn't even discuss it with me. The two of us grew up in Bali Valley."
Mr. Liu said gently, "Second Brother, I'm also thinking about it. Qianqian is going to marry into the Guozhuang House far away. She is unfamiliar with the place and there is no one to take care of her. Liu Kai and I are at home alone. There is no woman to take care of us.
Liu Yueyue interrupted and said, "Uncle, don't you still have me?
Haven't I been helping at home all this time? "
Mr. Liu said with a smile, "Yueyue, I know that you are working hard at Uncle's house. But after all, it is not a long-term solution. Look at your sister's engagement. She is about to get married. Are you still far away?
Even if you find a husband in Bali Valley, you can't come over every day to look after the house for Uncle.
Moreover, Liu Kai also needs to find a wife to live with. This house should be given to him quickly. If I don't force him, who knows when he will find a wife. "
Liu Kai said with a red face, "Father, look at what you are saying. I haven't found a suitable one yet."
Mr. Liu glanced at him and said, "Then you should look for a good one for me. Strive to settle the matter with your sister this year. We will have a double happiness."
Liu Kai did not say anything.
Then, Mister Liu said to Butcher Liu, "Second Brother, although this Guo Manor is far, it's actually only half a day's journey. Even if I move there, it'll still be very convenient for me to move around in the future. Moreover, that business of yours as a butcher has nothing to do with my teaching. You and I have a brotherly relationship, so we can just move around every ten days to half a month. We definitely won't drift apart because of time.
In the future, when you are tired of staying in Bali Valley, you can also move in with me. "
Mr. Liu knew that Butcher Liu was outspoken and could not keep secrets in his heart. Therefore, he did not mention a word about the well water. Of course, if the water was really effective in the future, Mr. Liu would definitely bring Butcher Liu and the others over.
Mr. Liu saw that no one had any objections, so he set the date with Zhang Cai. It was the day at the end of February.
Then, he discussed the details with Zhang Cai. Liu Qian did not listen in and left. Liu Yueyue also followed her out.
When they arrived at Liu Qian's boudoir, Liu Yueyue teased, "Elder Sister, do you think that Xiaolong is in such a hurry to marry over?"
Liu Qian said, "It is not what you think. This Zhang family's grandmother does not have many days left. The last time I was at his house, she was already coughing up blood. The old woman has worked hard all her life. I think we should still fulfill her last wish. Moreover, you also know his family's situation. Doing things in such a hurry is actually a kind of relief. It does not give me and Xiaolong too much of a burden.
My decision is beneficial to both him and me. "
Liu Yueyue said, "The last time you told me, I also thought about it for a long time. This fate is really strange. You have known each other for less than two months and you are going to eat at the same stove. Now that I think about it, it is really magical."
Liu Qian smiled and said, "You can do it too. I saw that these few times when Zhang Xiaohu saw you, his eyes could not leave you. I think he also wants to eat at the same stove as you."
Liu Yueyue blushed and said, "Elder sister, don't tease me. Last time at the Zhang Family, I also told you that I don't have any feelings for this Zhang Xiaohu. Although he did save me, I am only grateful. In your words, there is no fate between us. Moreover, a few days ago, Mr. Zhao from Xue Zhuang sent someone over to propose marriage to his second son, Zhao Yuzhao. I have seen Zhao Yuzhao before, he is also a scholar with a decent appearance. It is only because he has been busy with your matters that father has not agreed for the time being. Once your matters are settled, I estimate that the marriage will be set."
When Liu Qian heard this, she was very happy and said, "You little girl, you are still hiding this secret in your heart. You only told me today.
I have seen this Zhao Yuzhao before. His appearance and knowledge are really good. He is very suitable for you. Yueyue, your luck is not bad. "
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