Reborn as a Landlord-Chapter 1209 - 616: Bustling (Part 2)
"Third Uncle, quickly support my grandfather." Wu Lang urged Lian Shouli again.
Only then did Lian Shouli step forward, standing in the spot where Lian Shouren had been, supporting Old Master Lian’s other arm. His expression was a mix of joy and sorrow, with an undertone of uncertainty.
Wu Lang and Lian Shouli supported Old Master Lian, followed closely by Lian Shouxin as they headed toward the Upper Room. Lady Zhang, with Lian Zhizhi, Lian Manman, and Xiao Qi, stepped aside, forcing Lian Shouren and Lian Jizu also to move aside.
Lady Chiang helped Lady Zhou and walked forward.
"Fourth Aunt." Lady Chiang greeted Lady Zhang with a smile and acknowledged Lian Zhizhi, Lian Manman, and Xiao Qi one by one.
"Quickly, let’s go inside." Lady Zhang said.
Lady Chiang wanted to let Lady Zhang’s group go first, but when they didn’t move, she assisted Lady Zhou up ahead. Only then, Lady Zhang and Lian Zhizhi, Lian Manman, and Xiao Qi also moved toward the Upper Room.
Only then did Lian Shouren, Lian Jizu, and others proceed to the Upper Room. They dared not follow directly behind Lady Zhang’s group, intentionally slowing their pace.
Thus, the group led by Old Master Lian at the front was significantly distanced from the group led by Lian Shouren at the back.
Old Master Lian was explaining to Lian Shouxin and Wu Lang.
"These ten-plus acres of land this spring didn’t require my intervention; they planted by themselves. I was merely uneasy, so every day I accompanied them to the fields to watch over... The work has improved significantly compared to before. The key point is this mindset; it has truly changed for the better."
The old residence now has a total of thirty mu of land, twelve mu being rented out according to Lian Shouxin and Wu Lang’s arrangements, leaving eighteen mu for the family to cultivate themselves.
During this spring’s farming, Old Master Lian rose early and slept late, bringing almost everyone in the family capable of working in the fields to do so.
What Old Master Lian said earlier was true. This spring, Lian Shouren and Lian Jizu worked from start to finish. Although their efficiency was much less than typical tenant farmers, they didn’t cause any trouble nor find excuses to avoid working.
Evidently, the lessons from earlier days were profoundly impactful, and they hadn’t had time to forget them.
These facts were certainly known by the Lian Manman family. They understood why Old Master Lian specifically expressed himself again today.
"The young ones diligently helped Old Three. The eldest and second also wanted to come, but I didn’t let them... They’re quite grown now, staying cooped at home, with no other places to go." Speaking of this, Old Master Lian sighed. The unspoken reason for why he didn’t allow Lian Shouren and Lian Shouyi to assist was self-evident. "That’s why, as there are no outsiders today, I let them come and have a look."
"Old Three building a house is a major task. Old Fourth, Old Three can’t be compared to you. Old Three is alone; having more people makes it presentable. No matter what, one stroke can’t write two Lian characters — we’re all closely related, and if Old Three encounters any issues in the future, it’ll be just a word away."
Old Master Lian was explaining to Lian Shouxin and Wu Lang why he brought so many people, especially why he also brought Lian Shouren and Lian Shouyi. 𝐟𝕣𝕖𝐞𝐰𝕖𝚋𝐧𝗼𝚟𝐞𝕝.𝗰𝐨𝐦
Lian Shouxin and Wu Lang remained silent. Since everyone was here and with Old Master Lian saying this, what could they say?
Once inside the Upper Room, Old Master Lian inspected both the east and west rooms. Lian Shouli’s house was built quite correctly, but in comparison to the spacious rooms, the furniture and decor inside seemed quite sparse.
Lian Shouli hadn’t purchased new furniture. In the east room remained the two old cabinets and two or three benches from the old residence, which had been used since Lian Shouli and Lady Zhao’s marriage.
As for the west room, it only contained tools for Lian Shouli’s carpentry work, with no furniture or decor whatsoever.
Old Master Lian took this all in, gently sighing.
"Father, in the future, I plan to make the cabinets and such myself. I haven’t had time now, but there’ll definitely be some later." Lian Shouli seemed to perceive the emptiness of the rooms and remarked to Old Master Lian.
"Good, good, having a plan is good." Old Master Lian said, casting a meaningful glance at Lady Zhou, who was sitting sideways on the edge of the kang.
Lady Zhou had maintained a stern face from the moment she entered. However, this didn’t necessarily mean she was unhappy, as she typically wore this expression unless entertaining guests. Particularly in front of her children and grandchildren, it seemed only by doing this could she assert her authority.
Clearly, one couldn’t say Lady Zhou was unhappy today, nor could one say she was happy.
Lian Manman even felt Lady Zhou’s face was more somber than usual today. Watching her assess the surroundings since entering the courtyard, she continued this scrutiny inside, paying particular attention to corners and places storing small items.
The more she scrutinized, the darker her expression grew. Her posture on the kang, with one foot on the ground, seemed rather uncomfortable.
Lady Zhao, having greeted Lady Zhou earlier, excused herself to prepare meals and stayed outside.
Upon receiving Old Master Lian’s gaze, Lady Zhou blinked slightly, lifted her hand, and discreetly pulled out a cloth bag from her waist.
"Old Three, we didn’t bring much today, just some silver coin for you. Use it to buy whatever you need."
Old Master Lian took the money bag from Lady Zhou’s hand and handed it to Lian Shouli.
Lian Manman was even more surprised now. The money bag seemed quite hefty — was Old Master Lian actually willing to give Lian Shouli so much money? Did Lady Zhou agree? Did Lian Shouren and Lian Shouyi all consent?
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Second update.
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