I am a miracle doctor in Dream of the Red Chamber

On the seventh day of the first lunar month, in the capital of Dayao - Jingning City, inside the Rongning and Ning mansions.

Since Wang Xifeng was in charge of Ningguo Mansion, she came here early in the morning. She came to visit Youshi and Qin Keqing, said some caring words to ask about their well-being, and then took charge of the housekeeping power.

It was well known that the servants of the Ning Mansion were lax and difficult to manage, so Wang Xifeng simply made three big moves as a new official. She punished those who were late and careless, those who took advantage of their seniority, those who didn't take her seriously, and those who were sneaky and sly, as long as they didn't work hard. In this way, everyone knew that Wang Lazi was not a person who got the reputation for nothing and was not easy to work, but she was very upset.

After two days of adjustment, by the ninth day of the first lunar month, everyone in the Ning Mansion was completely obedient to her. No one dared to have other ideas, and everyone worked together, not daring to make any mistakes.

Finally, on the evening of the ninth day, she returned to Grandmother Jia's place. Coincidentally, Mrs. Wang, Li Wan, and Baochai were also there. Wang Xifeng pretended to be trembling with fear and caution and came to report on the management of Ning Mansion.

After hearing her report, the old lady smiled and said, "After all, Monkey is still a hot-tempered person. He has been lazy in the Ning Mansion for many years. It's time to teach him a lesson."

Mrs. Wang said, "Don't be too strict. It's a thankless job."

Li Wan smiled and said, "The servants in our Rong Mansion are very considerate. It can be seen that Feng girl is disciplined just right. Madam, don't worry."

When Wang Xifeng heard this, she lowered her head in shame and said, "Sister-in-law, please stop talking. I wish I could find a hole in the ground to crawl into. You are really the one who manages Rong Mansion better. I have made a big mistake. How can I still have the face to speak?!"

Li Wan hurriedly avoided the embarrassment and changed the subject, saying, "Don't think too much! Everyone in our mansion, from top to bottom, respects you in every way. I still have Lan'er and the girls to take care of, so naturally you will have to bear the brunt of it in the future."

When Wang Xifeng heard this, she waved her hands and said, "Oh! Sister-in-law, please forgive me! Don't mention the housekeeper's matter again. I have done my duty to the old lady and the lady. Now I am just making amends for my sins. I hope you will forgive me!"

Li Wan smiled and turned to the old lady, "Old lady, Madam, I happened to run into Miss Bao in the garden yesterday. I didn't expect that we both had similar views on housekeeping. I wonder if I should talk about it."

Mrs. Wang smiled and said to Baochai, "It's amazing that you have such ideas at such a young age. Why don't you tell me about them?"

Baochai said: "First, combine strictness and kindness, and clearly distinguish between rewards and punishments; employ loyal and reliable people and give them regular rewards. Those with bad conduct should be driven away without any use."

Li Wan continued, "Since ancient times, moral character has been the most difficult to find, so naturally, moral character is the most important. Second, supervise each other in daily life, and everyone should be alert to each other's mistakes. If one person makes a mistake, the people around him are guilty of forgetting to remind him, and they should be punished together. In this way, everyone will remind each other and cheer up. Third, know people and assign positions based on their strengths, and don't let some people take advantage of loopholes. Fourth, cut unnecessary expenses, and everyone from masters to servants should participate fairly. Fifth, the accounts are open and transparent, and the silver and money account sheets are made public every month for everyone to supervise together. Sixth, encourage everyone to participate in production and life to earn money and experience the hardships of life. Seventh, encourage everyone to contribute ideas and suggestions together, and give special rewards to those who earn the most money every month."

Baochai said: "We are a wealthy family in Ning Mansion, a family of nobility and etiquette. Perhaps this is difficult to implement?!"

Wang Xifeng bowed and said, "Amitabha! Sister Zhu and Sister Xue are really wise! I have been a housekeeper for many years and have figured out all these problems long ago, but I feel sorry for the masters and servants in our house and have never put them into practice! It would be a good opportunity for you to take action and discipline them!"

Li Wan also said modestly: "This is just my humble suggestion. We still have to wait for the old lady and the lady to decide, and then rely on Sister Feng's authority to implement it."

Feng Jieer thought to herself, "How nice of you, Sister Zhu and Miss Bao! I always underestimated you! You actually want to outwit me! Isn't this a slap in my face? You are the only ones who think about the Rong Mansion, but these servants are all snobbish. You dare to show them a little bit of good face? Where is the dignity of the master? Aren't you being deceived? You have been in charge of the household for a few days, and you come to criticize me secretly!"