The younger brother of the Red Chamber is a fighter

Song Wenning is going to end next year, so in addition to socializing with the literati in Kyoto, he spends most of his time studying books in the Song residence.Because he would spend more time in the capital and the Song family had no shortage of money, they simply bought real estate in the capital.

Song Zhai had a simple population, with two strong servants brought from Fujian guarding the door, and Song Wenning also brought two usual servants to run errands.There are also some women and women in the family who do some work of serving tea and water, sweeping and cooking.

Lin Mingyu came back and asked why he didn't have a maid to serve him.Song Wenning said: "There is no mistress at home, and it's not convenient for me to take care of the inner house, so I just make do with it." Seeing what he meant, it must be to facilitate a marriage in the capital.

When Lin Mingyu arrived at the gate, one of the guards came over to help pull the horse, and the other went to the courtyard to inform the master.

When Lin Mingyu entered the door, Song Wenning also walked over from the front.This is a two-entry house, he himself lives in the main room, and the servants live in the backyard cover room.

"Mingyu, why didn't you enter the palace today and came to my place?" Song Wenning led him to his study, and asked him slowly when he brought him tea.

Lin Mingyu said: "King Lefu is not feeling well, and the prince went home to serve the sick, and we all got leave." After a few gossips, Lin Mingyu revealed the reason for his visit.

"...Is there any news from Fujian?"

Song Wenning said: "I sent someone back to pass on your words, and it took about ten days, and the person still hasn't come back. However, I have received a few letters from home these days, you can take a look."

He turned around and took out a wooden box from the bookshelf, which contained a few opened letterheads.Song Wenning took it out and handed it to Lin Mingyu.

Lin Mingyu slowly frowned while reading.The letter was short. Apart from exhorting and caring for Song Wenning's daily life, most of the space was devoted to the changes in the situation in Fujian.Since Tu Shuo arrived in Fujian, the situation in Fujian has changed a lot in just two months.

The Shunchang Haimeng, which had been suppressed by Haimeng and Qian's shipping with its tail between its tails, regained its vitality and expanded rapidly with the support of Tu Shuo, annexing several small shipping gangs.Now it is in frequent contact with Changchun Shipping, and there is a faint tendency to be evenly divided with the Haimeng.

The Shunchang Sea League would take the opportunity to make a comeback. When Tu Shuo was appointed to be in charge of the Fujian Sea Division, Lin Mingyu had expected it, but he didn't expect him to act so quickly and achieve such results in a short period of time.Is there anyone behind this?Changchun Shipping used to be willing to do it alone and ignore everyone, how could it be so hot with Tu Shuo?

Lin Mingyu returned the letter to Song Wenning. While thinking about it, he asked, "What is the relationship between the Chang family's Chang Bainian and your family now?"

"Although the festival has not been completely resolved, the relationship has eased a lot in the past two years. Last year, his adopted son took people out to sea and encountered pirates. He happened to bump into a merchant ship from the Shanghai Alliance. The two forces combined to drive the pirates back. He owed us a favor. Afterwards, Mr. Chang prepared a great gift and asked his adopted son to deliver it in person. I know a little about his temper, and he has always been very assertive. He would never condescend to marry others. This matter There should be an inside story, but it's a pity that my grandfather and the others haven't found out yet."

"Changchun Shipping is under the Haimeng, and it is especially able to run the business. It must not be less involved in the officialdom, and its connections may not be less than ours. Under the original situation, the Haimeng was born, and it was inconvenient to touch the foundation of these big families. The current situation is different, Qian and Haimeng are still cooperating, but Changchun does not have any business dealings with us. It is really strange. I will ask Wu Da to inquire about the inside story, you Also remind Song Gong and Huang Gong to be more vigilant. There may be a big Buddha behind Changchun." Lin Mingyu looked solemn, thinking that he should discuss this matter with Tu Lingguang and listen to his opinion.

Song Wenning also had this worry, so he responded immediately.

The two had a detailed discussion on this matter, because when it was time for dinner, Song Wenning asked him to eat.

Song Zhai's population is simple, but the cook is indeed well-known.It is a specially invited master chef who is used to cooking in Fujian. He also stayed in a family in Fujian. When he was old, he came here to live with his daughter and son-in-law.It was not easy to live in Kyoto, so he relied on his own craftsmanship to start his old business.

This person called Song Wenning found him, and he was very happy at both times.The cook was good at cooking, Song Wenning took the cup and had a drink of water and wine with Lin Mingyu, and then stopped persuading him.Lin Mingyu's drinking capacity has increased significantly this year, and even after drinking a glass of good wine, the two of them talked about what they saw and heard in Kyoto over the delicious food.

Thinking of Lin Rui's marriage, Lin Mingyu revealed some signs.Song Wenning was perceptive, and he smiled while speaking: "You have something on your mind? I heard that a few days ago, Qi'an's elder sister was ill, and I haven't seen him come out to play for a while. Can you see Mingyu?"

Lin Mingyu was taken aback for a moment, he did this in secret, could it be that everyone knew about it?

Song Wenning said: "Uncle Liu's daughter works on the stove in Du's mansion. Because she knew that Miss Du's family was unwell, and she heard some irrelevant things, I immediately agreed. Du's mansion is also strictly controlled now, and there are no rumors. It’s not good to spread it.”

Lin Mingyu felt slightly at ease.Although he and Du Shuhui had nothing unspeakable, it was absolutely true that Du Shuhui fell in love with him.Although he said he was open, he didn't want to hurt Du Shuhui by rumors because of it.

"Since Wen Ning knows, don't mention this kind of thing in the future."

"Naturally. Today's talk is just to remind you." Song Wenning said, paused and said: "I heard that Du Shangshu's temperament is the most tenacious, and he is also the most protective. He loves his two children like eyes. , especially this young lady. She has been raised by her side since she was a child and taught herself, and she is the most doted on."

Lin Mingyu shook his head, smiled wryly and said, "Wen Ning, I understand what you mean, but I've made up my mind. Since I can't give people sincerity, why bother people."

Song Wenning raised his eyebrows, very surprised: "Could it be that Mingyu already has someone in his heart?"

Seeing that Lin Mingyu only smiled but didn't answer, he felt puzzled.No wonder Ms. Du didn't care about such conditions. There were already people, so what kind of character and family could be worthy of a character like Brother Ming?Song Wenning thought for a moment in his heart, and couldn't help remembering a glimpse of a beautiful figure in his memory... Could it be the person in there?Well deserved.

If Lin Mingyu could know what Song Wenning was thinking, he would surely have to sigh after laughing. There are indeed similarities between Tu Lingguang and Tu Linger's identities, are they both sons and daughters of the dragon?The two of them can be together, if this matter is told, how many eyeballs will be shocked.

Fortunately, Lin Mingyu didn't know what Song Wenning was thinking, and Song Wenning didn't know who was in Lin Mingyu's heart.

After the court was over, King Zhongshun returned to the Ministry of Punishment and sat there for a while, then someone came to report, and the family members came to find him.

King Zhongshun called someone to come in, and the person handed over a note. After King Zhongshun read it, he stood up in surprise, said hello for a while, and showed joy on his face.After a while, he called the officer on duty to come over and give an explanation, and he left the Ministry of Punishment with his servants.

The lower officials who came and went to wait for the announcement looked at it and asked one after another: "The prince looks anxious, what happened?"

"Oh, I still have a case waiting to be approved and sent, how can it be better?"

For a while, there was a lot of discussion among the people, which alarmed the right servant in the hall.He came out to appease him, and in a hurry, the first officer slipped out along the wall, naturally no one noticed.

Zhongshun Palace.As soon as the prince's chariots and horses entered, the stewards of the mansion greeted him immediately.

"What about people?"

The steward immediately listened to his ear and said in a low voice: "It is placed in the east room of the outer courtyard. The prince is not in the mansion, so troubles are inevitable. The slave made a claim without authorization, and I beg the master to forgive me."

King Zhongshun waved his hand impatiently: "Quickly call me to my study." Lifting his feet, he said again: "Come on, please come to the hall."

The steward was distracted for a moment, seeing that King Zhongshun had already taken two steps forward, so he hurriedly followed, it should be.At the same time, he called his confidant to give some instructions, and then he followed King Zhongshun to the hall.

The royal clothes of the Zhongshun Dynasty were not changed, so they sat down in the first seat, and the servant girl served tea.Zhongshun Wang Fang held up the teacup, and there was a loud sound from outside.

King Zhongshun waved his hand, and the steward bowed out and led the people in.

The person who came was a white and fat middle-aged man, with a smile on his face, a peaceful demeanor, with a little bit of ingratiating joy, and he looked very kind.He was wearing silk and satin clothes, and he bowed and saluted as soon as he entered.Unlike other people who beat Qian'er when they saw King Zhongshun, his bow was not so sincere.

King Zhongshun didn't care, raised his hand, pointed to the two rows of grand master's chairs in the hall with a smile, and said with a smile: "Mr. Su, please sit down."

Thank you for the visitor, and sat down next to the chair, the smile on his face remained unchanged.

King Zhongshun snorted in his heart: "Slave habits. The Tao is used to running shops, and he smells of copper." Thinking of what happened to him, the smile on his face became kinder again, and said: "When will Mr. Su come to Beijing? , so that this king will remember it for a while."

This person is actually Su Furu, the proprietor of Furu Restaurant who originally opened a Furu restaurant beside the Gongyuan.This time he appeared in King Zhongshun's mansion and became the guest of King Zhongshun. If he was met by all the people who called him brothers and sisters in the restaurant that day, they would definitely not believe it.

He looked calm, and after listening to the prince's politeness, he said: "Don't dare to bother the prince to worry. Xiaomin came to the capital today, and immediately came to the mansion as soon as he came. Such a big matter, I dare not delay the important matter of the prince."

When King Zhongshun heard him mentioning this topic, his eyes flashed brightly, and he unconsciously leaned forward a little, but said in his mouth: "I heard that the master has a happy event to report to this king. I don't know where the joy comes from?"

Su Furu said: "Thanks to the trust of the prince, Xiaomin went to Fujian and met General Meng. Fortunately, he did not disgrace his life."

"It's done?" King Zhongshun suppressed the surprise in his voice.

Su Furu stood up, took out a letter from his sleeve, put it up with both hands, and said: "The details are here, my lord, please read it carefully."

The steward next to him quickly took it and presented it to King Zhongshun.

King Zhongshun opened it and looked at it carefully, and couldn't help laughing: "Haha, Cheng Fei is very capable. Mr. Su is a great contributor to this matter."

Su Furu hurriedly said: "If there is no young master to help, how can there be such gains. If we talk about heroes, naturally the young master deserves the most credit, and General Meng also contributes, it's just running errands."

Zhongshun Wang nodded again and again, satisfied and proud of what Tu Shuo had done.He didn't care about Su Furu's politeness. At this moment, he only wanted to see what was said on the paper turned into real money and fell in front of his eyes, so he asked: "Since Cheng Fei said that the things have been delivered, I don't know how Mr. Su is?" arrange?"

King Zhongshun's eyes darkened, what was said on the paper could not be counted, as for whether it was true or not, after seeing the things, and comparing it with Shuo'er's letter, it would naturally become clear.No one has the guts to steal and play tricks in front of him. As for gangsters like Meng Chengfei, we will worry about it later.

Su Furu didn't seem to notice it, and cupped his hands and said: "The things are all outside the city, and I am asking the prince to come up with an idea to bring the things in."

This batch of goods is expensive and eye-catching. If they enter Beijing like this, they will be discovered before they can pass the city gate.If a bandit leader has any good ideas, even if he wants to reach out in the capital, he must have long enough hands.And don't be afraid that he will break it!This is not asking for it on my own head.

King Zhongshun thought about it, and already had an idea.

"Since you are on the errand of the shopkeeper, you went outside to buy fresh mountain products. Later, there will be a flower party in the palace of the prince, and the princess will entertain the ladies from various families. Naturally, some fresh and rare things must be used. This matter will be handed over to your boss. , Go back and report it carefully, ask Wang Qin for advice, be sure to be safe."

King Zhongshun spoke, and Wang Qin, the chief steward who was waiting beside him, had already stepped forward, took out a token from his sleeve, handed it to Su Furu and said, "Since Mr. Su is buying fresh ingredients for the palace, this is the waist card of a villain. At the city gate, if someone checks, just show this thing, and no one will embarrass you."

Su Furu showed an overjoyed expression, and said repeatedly: "With the treasure of the chief steward, Fu Ruxin is put in the stomach. Thank you, my lord, thank you, the chief steward."

King Zhongshun arranged things well, picked up the teacup with a tired look on his face.Seeing Su Furu, the polite words in his mouth stopped, and he turned to say: "Furu has a heavy responsibility, so I won't bother you at the prince's house. Forgive Furu and leave now."

King Zhongshun nodded and said with a smile: "Since there are important matters, how can this king care about it. Wang Qin, send Mr. Su off on behalf of this king."

Wang Qin bowed in response, and led Su Furu out as quietly as when he came.After another arrangement, Su Furu quietly left the mansion.

He stood on the street for a while, making sure that there was no one behind him, then Fang Shi stepped into the crowd and followed the flow of people to the restaurant.

When his figure was gone, a black shadow crept out of the darkness of the eaves wall ten steps away from where he was standing, and disappeared quickly.