Chapter 49 Engagement

Zhang Xiaolong said with a smile: "This is our well water! I saw how Mr. Liu was drinking tea that day. He was more happy than giving him ten taels of silver. In the future, we will give him more well water, which will not only satisfy his appetite, but also Wouldn't it be better to ensure his health? By the way, dad, this time I go, I have the opportunity to tell Mr. Liu that he should move to Guozhuang. I think he had this intention last time, but there are still some Scruples, Liu Qian is here this time, so he must be willing to come too, so that Liu Qian and I can take care of him nearby, what do you think?"

Zhang Cai and Guo Sufei looked at each other and said, "I will definitely say these words when I go there. Let's just put these banknotes and tokens away first. If you really need them, you can exchange them."

Zhang Xiaolong thought for a while and said, "Okay, I'll take it first."

After saying that, he put the banknote and token into his arms.

Since Zhang Xiaolong did not agree to use banknotes, it was much simpler to prepare the Zhang family's betrothal gifts, which meant simply preparing several gifts according to local customs. Early that morning, Zhang Cai and Guo Sufei put on brand new clothes, took the gifts they had prepared, and set off to Baligou to prepare for the most important engagement in Zhang Xiaolong's life.

Zhang Cai and Guo Sufei came to Mr. Liu's house and received a grand welcome. When they presented the simple betrothal gift, Mr. Liu didn't care at all, and collected it with great respect. He did not look down upon or fall out because of the simplicity. This made Zhang Cai and his wife feel relieved, and there was no one in the hall of the Liu family. Among the others, only Butcher Liu and other family members were there. It seemed that Mr. Liu was not the kind of person who liked extravagance and formality. There was no sign of Liu Qian in the hall. She must have been hiding out of shyness.

The whole process of the engagement was simple but not simple. Everything was carried out in accordance with the rules of the countryside, and no one was exceeded. When the ceremony came to an end smoothly, it was time for the two parties to discuss the wedding time. Zhang Cai and Guo Sufei asked Mr. Liu to make the decision, but they had a few requirements. , is to get married as soon as possible, because grandma's body really can't wait too long, and the last wish in her heart is to see her grandson's wedding.

Mr. Liu thought for a long time, took out the almanac, and considered it carefully. His brows were slightly furrowed, and Zhang Cai and others couldn't help but feel anxious. After a while, Mr. Liu raised his head and said: "Look at this date, the end of this month has been an auspicious day recently, and then it will be June. Is the end of this month too hasty? And at the end of June, the old lady... ..." Mr. Liu did not finish his words.

As expected, Zhang Cai and Guo Sufei also frowned. Guo Sufei asked unwillingly: "Are there no good days in the middle?"

Mr. Liu said: "There were many good days in between, but none of them matched Xiaolong and Qianqian's birth dates."

Zhang Cai breathed a sigh of relief and said: "Well, then, it's only June. There are only a few days before the end of the month. The house for the wedding is not there yet. How can we prepare in just a few days? Come out?"

Mr. Liu also nodded and said, "That's all we have to do. I just wonder where the old man is?"

At this time, a voice came from outside: "Dad, I think it will be at the end of this month."

Everyone took a closer look and saw that it was Liu Qian who came in. It turned out that she had been listening outside.

Liu Qian's face turned a little red, and she said: "Uncle, aunt, seeing Xiaolong's wedding is grandma's last wish. We juniors should satisfy her. In fact, the simplicity of the wedding is also up to us, and the too complicated ceremony is also up to us. It's not necessary. It's not realistic for us to make big plans. I don't think you need to buy a new house for the time being. Just find a makeshift place. Besides, dad, aren't you also planning to move to Guozhuang? Take this opportunity. , find a place next to the Zhang family's yard, build a few more houses, and surround the yard with walls, wouldn't it be a home? When the yard is ready, you can move over, and I will move over with Xiaolong. I can serve you as an old man, and I can also serve uncles and the others, what do you think?"

Liu Qian's idea seems very incredible.

But if you think about it carefully, it is still very feasible. Grandma's health probably won't last until June. The old man is gone. This filial piety etiquette and other etiquette may delay the wedding. And the old man is eager to see his grandson's wedding, so the wedding should be held at the end of February. It is not practical for the Zhang family to organize a large-scale wedding, but it is very easy to prepare for a simple wedding. If you ask someone you know well in the village to help, there will be no big problem within a few days. The most difficult new house issue is to prepare a new house for the newlyweds. It is estimated that it will take a month to prepare for this. If Mr. Liu also wants to move there, he will have to build a small courtyard again. This will take several months, and Liu Qian wants to take care of her father. Of course, the yard needs to be built, so it is better to put it together. However, what Zhang Cai is thinking about now is that Liu Qian wants to separate from Xiao Longdan before she enters the house, and live with her father. It seems that she wants to separate the family. Could it be that she has other ideas?

However, Zhang Cai then denied this idea. What was there in his family that Liu Qian could covet? It was nothing more than the well. Liu Qian persuaded her father to go there, and she just wanted to consider her father's health. This was commendable for her filial piety. And Xiaolong and Liu Qian went out to be alone. To be honest, it was only a matter of time. There were three people in the family. Son, how can we not separate our families? It seems too early to bring it up at this time, but if you think about it carefully, it is still appropriate. At least letting others see Liu Qian's foresight will not make Zhang Xiaohu and Zhang Xiaohua feel uncomfortable.

Naturally, Mr. Liu had no objection in his heart. He had originally considered how to provide for the elderly. He was a teacher and was respected everywhere. I heard that no one taught in Guozhuang, so he would definitely be popular if he went there. Moreover, there is a daughter over there who can rely on, and he can protect his daughter, so why not? I was originally thinking about how to bring up the matter of emigration to Zhang Cai, but my daughter brought it up now, which was really timely.

It’s not that there are no opponents, that is Butcher Liu’s family.

Butcher Liu raised his voice and said, "Brother, why do you want to go to Guozhuang without consulting me? The two of us grew up in Baligou."

Mr. Liu said gently: "Second brother, aren't I also considering this? Qianqian marries Guozhuang in an unfamiliar place and has no one to take care of her. However, Liu Kai and I are at home without a woman to take care of us. On this day, It’s not going well either.”

Liu Yueyue interrupted and said, "Uncle, don't you still have me? Haven't I been helping at home during this time?"

Mr. Liu smiled and said: "Yueyue, you are working very hard at uncle's house. I know, but after all, it is not a long-term solution. Look at your sister's engagement and getting married soon. Are you still far away? Even in our If you find your husband's family in Baligou, you can't come here every day to look after your uncle's house. Moreover, Liu Kai also wants to find a wife to live in, so he should get this family quickly. If I don't force him, I don't know if he can find her in the Year of the Monkey, Horse and Moon. "

Liu Kai blushed and said, "Dad, judging from what you said, I haven't found the right one."

Mr. Liu glanced at him and said: "Then you should search hard for me and try to get everything done with your sister this year. Let's have a double happiness."

Liu Kai stopped talking.

Then, Mr. Liu said to Butcher Liu: "Second brother, although Guozhuang is far away, it is actually only half a day's journey. Even if I move there, it will still be very convenient to move around in the future. Besides, the butcher you are My activities have nothing to do with my teaching. We have a brotherly relationship. We can move around every ten days and a half, and we will definitely not become estranged because of time. From now on, if you get tired of staying in Baligou, you can Come and live with me.”

Mr. Liu knew that Butcher Liu was outspoken and could not hide secrets in his heart, so he did not mention anything about the well water. Of course, if the water was really effective in the future, Mr. Liu would definitely take Butcher Liu and others over.

Seeing that everyone had no objections, Mr. Liu and Zhang Cai decided on this date, which was the end of February. Then they discussed the specific details with Zhang Cai. Liu Qian didn't listen carefully anymore and walked out, followed by Liu Yueyue.

Arriving at Liu Qian's boudoir, Liu Yueyue joked: "Sister, do you think Xiaolong wants to marry her in a hurry?"

Liu Qian said: "It's not what you imagined. The grandmother of this family really can't resist for a few days. The last time I was at his house, she was already coughing up blood. The old man has worked hard all his life. I think his last wish must be fulfilled." , and you also know his family’s financial situation, so doing things in such a hurry is actually a kind of relief, and it doesn’t put a heavy burden on me and Xiaolong. My decision is good for him and me. "

Liu Yueyue said strangely: "I thought about what you said to me last time for a long time when I came back. This fate is really strange. You two have known each other for less than two months, and you have to eat on the same stove. Now that I think about it, it's amazing. .”

Liu Qian smiled and said, "You can do it too. I see Zhang Xiaohu can't take his eyes off you these few times he sees you. He must also want to eat on the same stove with you."

Liu Yueyue blushed and said: "Sister, don't make fun of me. I told you last time at Zhang's house. I don't have any feelings for this Zhang Xiaohu. Although he saved me, I'm just grateful. In your words, I don't have any feelings for him." Fate, besides, Mr. Zhao from Xuezhuang has asked someone to propose marriage to his second son Zhao Yuzhao a few days ago. I have met Zhao Yuzhao before. He is also a scholar and has a good appearance. It is just because he has been busy with you these days. It’s just that dad has not agreed to your matter for the time being. When your matter is over, I will probably decide on the marriage."

When Liu Qian heard this, she felt very happy and said: "You girl, you still have this secret in your heart, and you didn't tell me until today. I have also seen this Zhao Yuzhao. His appearance and knowledge are indeed good. He is very suitable for you, Yueyue." , you are in good luck."

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