Be a little landlord

Upon hearing Lin Lixuan's words, Huang Yuan opened his eyes wide and clapped his hands together, "Coincidentally, there is a shop in my third aunt's house that is about to be rented out."

The third aunt that Huang Yuan said was not his real third aunt. He didn't know if they were related. The other party knew his mother, and he called her the third aunt when the mother said she was the third aunt.

The third aunt, surnamed Zhu, is a widow. According to her own account, her husband died long ago, and she lives alone with her 13-year-old daughter. She is a 40-year-old woman who is sick all over her body. Her head hurts here and there every three days, not her left hand. I can't lift it up, that is, I can't walk with my legs and feet, and the house is full of various medicinal materials.The shop under her name is said to have been left by her deceased husband. They are orphans and widows, and usually rely on needlework for people to make ends meet.

When she heard that Lin Lixuan wanted to rent a shop, it was introduced by her nephew Huang Yuan, Aunt Zhu smiled happily, and agreed to rent it to them without asking anything, "My husband died early, the family over there My relatives have stopped visiting for a long time. He left this shop to his daughter. I am in poor health, my hands are swollen, and I can’t lift heavy things. Far away, your mother asked me to make clothes with her some time ago. , I also took some fabrics back... It's not that I don't want to, it's just that my hands can't take it, I can't take it, you see, my left hand is swollen like this, and it hurts badly after a little tiredness, you have to follow Your mother made it clear, it's not that I don't want to, I'm very grateful to her for teaching me how to make clothes..."

Huang Yuan nodded with a smile and agreed: "Okay, third aunt, I will definitely explain it to my mother."

Aunt Zhu laughed so hard that she couldn't see her teeth: "Speak clearly and clearly."

"Are you going to rent my shop? Oh, he looks like a serious person. Did he meet Huang Yuan when he was studying? I feel relieved seeing you like this. My husband left the shop... I cherish it very much, if it wasn't for the introduction by Yuan, I wouldn't rent out other dubious people."

While talking to them, Aunt Zhu led them to see the house. Her shop was at the intersection of two streets, where there were crowds of tourists. The location was good and the shop was spacious. Aunt Zhu took out the key Unlocked the door, and as soon as the door was pushed open, a stuffy smell came out from inside. After entering, the wooden boards shielded the wind, and people became warmer. Lin Lixuan let go of Brother Yan's hand.

This shop is estimated to have been unused for a year or so, and the house that has not been lived in for a long time has a more or less musty smell.

"The room is so big." Brother Yan sighed. He has seen many shops in the county. Aunt Liu's shop can be regarded as a middle-level shop. The tables, chairs, benches and counters in the shop are clean and tidy. Aunt Liu said that she would come to clean up from time to time.

Lin Lixuan glanced at the whole shop, this place is really suitable for selling food, the place is not biased, the shop is big, the tables, chairs and benches can also be put down, there is a room behind the shop, there is a drainage ditch, you can use it in the back Grind beans for food...

"As for the rent, because you and Huang Yuan are familiar people, I won't charge you a deposit. It's not easy for us poor people to live. We need to help each other. The monthly rent of this shop is not high, just four taels of silver." Aunt Zhu with a kind face said sincerely.

Huang Yuan blinked at Lin Lixuan, and pushed him with his elbow: "How is it? The place is not bad, and the price is also suitable. You can't rent such a good shop elsewhere for four taels of silver."

Lin Lixuan nodded, "It's pretty good." He had inquired about the prices of street shops in the county, and four taels of silver was definitely low for a shop of this size in this area.

"Yeah, yeah, if it wasn't brought over by Boy Yuan, I'd look at you with a kind face. If it was someone else, I wouldn't rent it for six or seven taels of silver!"

It happened to be four taels of silver, and Brother Yan was very happy, saying that he and Brother Lin were so lucky, and Aunt Liu was so kind.On the donkey cart to the county seat, Brother Yan was still worried that they wouldn't be able to rent a shop, and if they couldn't rent a shop, let it be. He was most afraid that Brother Lin would be sad.

"If you are sure that you want to rent, you can move in after a few days. The shop is messy, and you need to take time to clean it up." This shop may have sold food in the past. A lot of dust had accumulated on the bowls and wooden chopsticks, and when the cabinet was opened the smell was a bit unpleasant, and Aunt Liu sneezed.

"You can use these dishes, tables and chairs in the store as you like..."

Huang Yuan swaggered and sat on a chair: "That's a good relationship, you can start business after you move things."

"Your surname is Lin. I'll call you Lin boy. I really cherish this shop. You can tell that there is no dust on the table. You must be careful when using it, especially the table and counter. I heard from my deceased husband that they are all made of the best wood, and they must not be spoiled. Every morning and evening, they should be wiped gently with a rag and water..."

"And here, this piece of wood can't get wet. This kind of wood is prone to damp when exposed to water. You must not drip water on it, even water droplets. If you accidentally get water on it, you must wipe it dry immediately..."

"By the way, there is one more thing. It's not that I don't believe you. After all, you were brought here by Huang Yuan. How can I not believe you? Huang Yuan's mother has helped me many times... I just want you to open a shop." In the first few months, can I come over and take a look, of course, I will definitely not disturb your business, I will come to see if there is anything else to pay attention to..."

"Hey, I remembered, and here, I must make it clear to you in advance, that neighbor..."

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"..." The more Lin Lixuan listened, the more speechless he became, and he even wanted to laugh. Sure enough, there is no such thing as a pie in the sky. There are so many rules and regulations, and he doesn't even want to let him use it for free. This aunt is troublesome when she hears it. Renting her shop made me feel bad for no reason.

Brother Yan was also terrified, and he thought with a sense of embarrassment: I can't use this, I can't move it, can I rent it back for four taels of silver and offer it like a Bodhisattva?

Aunt Zhu continued to talk nonsense, "...No, we have to write a note if you want to rent a shop. If the things in the shop are damaged..."

At this point, Huang Yuan couldn't listen anymore, the smile on his face was gone, and he gave Lin Lixuan a wink behind his back.

Lin Lixuan smiled and said: "Thank you, auntie, I have to go back and discuss with my mother whether to rent or not."

The three of them left Aunt Zhu's shop, and Huang Yuan heaved a sigh of relief when they walked half a block away: "My God, Brother Lin, I'm sorry, I really didn't expect Third Aunt to be such a person... How is this renting a house?" , It’s like asking the Bodhisattva to come back and offer incense every day, but fortunately you didn’t rent it, it scared me to death.”

Huang Yuan kept patting his chest to relieve his breath, and the sound was loud and loud, as if he had been greatly stimulated. Passers-by couldn't help but look back at him, their eyes were like looking at a fool Same.

After going through this experience, Lin Lixuan said that he has really learned a lot, the world is so big, there are so many strange flowers.

So why do you want to rent it out when you look like a baby?Just watch over it every day.

However, "It's fine for Brother Yan and I to be frightened, but why do you also look terrified?"

"Of course I'm afraid." Huang Yuan's face was indescribable: "She told my mother before that she would give me the shop..." He is such a lazy person, it is not his life to ask him to clean the table piously every day Ah, on the counter, you can't put anything that is slightly heavy, and you can't put anything with edges and corners...

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The three of them looked at each other with indescribable expressions on their faces.

To express his apology, Huang Yuan said that he would accompany them to find a suitable store, but it was a pity that he searched and searched for more than half of Quanshui County. Either the location was too far away, or the price was not suitable. That shop, I’m ashamed to say that even a single copper plate can’t be missing, ah, if you had more silver, it would be great…”

Brother Yan was worried: "What if the rent is not available?"

Lin Lixuan pinched his face: "Don't worry, there will always be a way." If you can't meet a suitable one today, then go back and find another way to make some money.

As the saying goes, there is no unparalleled road, and finally, they found a suitable shop.The owner of the shop is an old man who is over [-] years old and still in good health. The old man's surname is Zhong. Coincidentally, he has a good relationship with Brother Yan. The old man has bad teeth. He often comes to their stall to buy bean curd. He is a regular customer, and he is old, so I put on more for him every time.

A good heart makes a good relationship, and there is no coincidence without a book.

Uncle Zhong's shop is not big, compared with Aunt Zhu's shop, it is estimated to be only half of the latter. The shop is as old as Uncle Zhong's age. It's not spacious either. Brother Yan can block the entire facade by standing at the door with his hands outstretched.

It was enough, Lin Lixuan nodded towards the shop.

Uncle Zhong said that they didn't want their deposit, and the monthly rent was three taels. Lin Lixuan made a written statement on the spot, and after paying the first month's rent, the shop was theirs to use. Borrowing Uncle Zhong's broom, the three of Lin Lixuan simply cleaned the shop inside and out.

After cleaning for a while, it was almost noon. Lin Lixuan invited Huang Yuan to have lunch. After lunch, the three of them rested in the shop. To learn, he also specially hand-picked a few articles, and wrote them according to the requirements.

Huang Yuan helped them for most of the day. Isn't it just writing calligraphy? Of course Lin Lixuan agreed with a smile. He said that he could write as many sheets as he wanted. Ink, the ink is black and rich in color, and the fragrance of ink lingers around them.

In the afternoon, Huang Yuan left contentedly with a pen and paper. Lin Lixuan and Yan Geer cleaned the newly rented shop for a while, closed the door and prepared to go back and tell Zhao Liniang about renting the shop this year.

Brother Yan thought they would go back straight away, but he was dragged into a cloth shop by Lin Lixuan halfway.