Chapter 61 A Fire
Wen Mingqian took back the stewardship rights.
Early the next morning, all the people in charge of the house came to Lingyue Pavilion to wait and listen to orders.
Mother Zhang ordered two women to carry a large armchair and place it on the corridor. Wen Mingqian held her hand and walked out. Everyone hurriedly said hello.
Wen Mingqian said with a smile: "Everyone is here, so let me say a few words! The old lady asked me to be the housekeeper. You must have heard about it.
I have been away from home for a long time, and many things have become unfamiliar to me. Fortunately, you are all the old people in the house, and I will rely on you more for everything in the future. "
Everyone hurriedly said: "Madam, you are too polite. If you have anything to do, just ask me. You don't have to do it yourself, just watch us and don't be lazy. "
"Everyone is doing their best, and I feel relieved, because they all know that there is no official housekeeper in our house yet. I just thought that in a few days, I would choose one of the people in our house. ”
Since Steward Chen was driven away, things have happened one after another, and the choice of steward has never been finalized.
After hearing Wen Mingqian’s words, everyone had their own plans in mind. The position of steward is too important. , many people are staring at it.
Several people had been forming cliques in private for a long time, but at that time they were all trying their best to please the Song family. Unexpectedly, the trend changed so quickly, and now Wen Mingqian became the head of the family.
"Everyone understands what Madam means, right? Anyone who is loyal and capable will naturally be promoted." Zhang Ma didn't get angry when she spoke, "Of course, if you are cheating, you must not do it. I'm sorry.
My wife is gentle and doesn't care about you, but my old lady has always been a hateful person and doesn't know what it means to be merciful."
"Don't worry, Mrs. Zhang, we are treating you. I respect you from the bottom of my heart and never dare to take advantage of you." Someone immediately responded.
"That's best. The two people in charge of the accounts will stay here first, and the rest will leave!" Zhang Ma waved her hand after saying this.
"Hey, isn't this madam going to check the accounts when she comes here?" After leaving Lingyue Pavilion, everyone couldn't help but talk about it.
"Who knows? This time the east wind has prevailed over the west wind."
"Be careful! As the saying goes, when a new official takes office, he has three things to do, so don't burn anyone. . ”
The two people who were in charge of the accounts were the most uneasy at this time, knowing that Wen Mingqian had to leave them alone for a reason.
"Mr. Zheng, madam, please go in first." Zhang Ma said to Zheng's accountant.
He is in charge of the accounts, and the other Mr. Sun is just a helper.
Mr. Zheng came with the account book. When he entered the door, he held the account book with both hands and said, "This is the account book of the government for the past year. Please take a look, Madam."
Mother Zhang answered He went over and handed it to Wen Mingqian, but Wen Mingqian didn't look at it. He just said: "Put it aside for now!"
He then said: "Look at the seats and serve tea."
Mr. Zheng said he didn't dare. .
Wen Mingqian smiled: "Mr. Zheng, you don't have to be polite. I have something to discuss with you today."
"If you have anything to do, madam, just give me your orders. I will obey them all." Mr. Zheng looked slightly flustered.
"Mr. Zheng, don't panic. I told you earlier that I would like to discuss things with you. Please take a seat." Wen Mingqian said in a gentle tone, "I don't intend to read this account book. I understand the principle that when the water is clear, there will be no fish. ."
"My wife is smart and sensible, I admire her." Mr. Zheng was relieved after hearing this.
"Mr. Zheng is almost sixty, isn't he?" Wen Mingqian said after he sat down, "You have worked hard these years."
"Don't dare, don't dare. I was born to work hard. How can I succeed if I don't work hard?" Mr. Zheng laughed.
"I have a few words that I want to say to you, sir," Wen Mingqian paused and said, "I wonder if you, sir, are willing." "Madam, if you say that, my life will be shortened." Mr. Zheng became frightened again. "Just ask."
"Mr. Zheng, I think you don't have to work so hard at your age. Enjoy the begonia flowers, look at the koi pond, and have your old wife by your side. Isn’t it beautiful to play with your grandson with joy?”
Wen Mingqian smiled and spoke warmly, but Mr. Zheng felt a chill in his heart.
In the past few years, he has really benefited from being close to the Song family.
I couldn’t afford a house in the city, so I built a courtyard on the outskirts of Beijing. Although it was a bit remote, it still had the appearance of being surrounded by water and water.
Two Xifu crabapple trees were transplanted in the yard and a koi pond was built.
Wen Mingqian didn't say it thoroughly, but it was enough to point out these two points.
The matter with Chen Youde is not far away. Although he is not as greedy as Chen Youde, he cannot keep this money from others.
If the Song family were in charge, he wouldn't be afraid, because the Song family had lent them all the money.
But now that the head of the family has changed, if Wen Mingqian wants to punish the Song family, he must start from himself. He is the one who will suffer the consequences.
"Madam Mingjian, as a servant, there is always a last resort. You are the most tolerant, so please forgive me." Mr. Zheng is not stupid, and Wen Mingqian did not need to bring his words to this level. Pretend to be deaf and dumb again.
"Don't be afraid, Mr. Zheng. I have already said it. I just want to say a few words to you." Wen Mingqian signaled him to calm down. "I think you know how to protect yourself wisely. I have no intention of embarrassing anyone. What I said today That's it, don't worry."
"I understand, thank you Madam for your magnanimity. I am indeed old and have already planned to retire. I originally wanted to tell Madam," said Mr. Zheng. Madam, please look for someone more capable to take over my job!”
"Mr. Zheng, everyone knows that you have worked hard in the house for so many years. Now that you want to go back to take care of yourself, I can't stop you. Giving you two hundred taels of silver is a token of my gratitude. ." Seeing that he responded happily, Wen Mingqian might give him a favor.
Mr. Zheng thanked him repeatedly and finally let go of his worries.
Wen Mingqian's move is like Song Taizu releasing his military power with a glass of wine. He did not use weapons and persuaded people to retreat with just a few words.
But having said that, Mr. Zheng has no complaints in his heart. No matter who manages the house, he will naturally use his confidants.
Instead of Wen Mingqian always doubting himself, it is better to let it go.
Anyway, his departure was quite honorable, and he didn't have to worry about finding another home. After all, Wen Mingqian didn't block his escape route, not to mention he was rewarded with two hundred taels of silver, which was considered as his most benevolent and righteous act.
After Mr. Zheng went down, Zhang Ma went outside and called another Mr. Sun in.
Mr. Sun is about forty years old. He is a talented scholar who has repeatedly tried his best. Through his connections, he came to this mansion to work as a helper in the accounting office. He has been here for more than a year.
"Mr. Sun, Mr. Zheng just told me that he is old and has many and complicated affairs in the government. He can't cope with it, so he wants to quit his job."
Mr. Sun paused slightly after hearing this. He had never heard Mr. Zheng mean this before, but since the lady said so, he didn't know what to say and just nodded.
"I'm thinking of letting you take over Mr. Zheng's errand, would you like that?" Wen Mingqian asked him.
"Me?" Mr. Sun was quite surprised, "I'm afraid I can't do well as a villain."
"There's nothing good or bad, as long as you work hard." Wen Mingqian said, "The previous accounts I won’t read it anymore. From now on, I will be the housekeeper. Please pay more attention to me.” .
(End of this chapter)