vstars Chapter 188: A fine poem!
Chapter 188: A fine poem!
The two entered the store.
Fang Xiaoxiao couldn't wait to take out everything she had prepared.
"Miss Xiaoman, please have a seat. I'll have someone bring out everything prepared for you."
This was the first time Xiaoman had been cared for like this, and she felt a little uncomfortable, so she quickly grabbed her wrist.
"My lady, please don't be so polite. I am just a servant, how could I be worthy of your treatment?"
servants!
Upon hearing this, Fang Xiaoxiao glanced at Pei Yan, who had just entered the room behind her.
She understood instantly.
I never expected that someone as skilled as Xiaoman would be Pei Yan's subordinate.
She immediately felt resentful; why should someone else be her subordinate?
"Miss Xiaoman, wait a moment, I'll go ask Pei Yan for the indenture."
According to her understanding of people in ancient times, servants had to sign indentures, and only by buying back the indentures could a person gain freedom.
Because indenture contracts were usually registered with the government office, the benefit of which was to protect the personal interests of these wealthy individuals.
Those who sign indentures will be wanted no matter where they go, and will be forced to work for their masters for the rest of their lives.
"Bring me Xiaoman's indenture, and I'll give you whatever price you ask for!"
Without any hesitation, Fang Xiaoxiao stretched out her small hand and asked Pei Yan for a contract of indenture.
"..."
Pei Yan, who had just entered, was still covered in snow.
He became somewhat unhappy and said coldly.
"Why should I give it to you? With so little money, you think you can buy Xiaoman's indenture? How laughable."
Fang Xiaoxiao directly pulled out five hundred-tael silver notes from her bosom.
"Here are five hundred taels. Consider the extra as a thank you for taking Xiaoman in. Now I want to buy back her indenture. So, tell me if you'll sell her or not!"
Looking at the five silver notes in her hand, Pei Yan found it somewhat amusing.
It's only been a short time since I left, yet this person is so generous.
She actually spent so much money on a complete stranger. Is this still the stingy Fang Xiaoxiao he knows?
He stared at her fair and pretty face in disbelief for a long time.
Pei Yan breathed a sigh of relief, confirming that he hadn't misjudged the person.
"You should take the silver note back. I can't sell it to you, Xiaoman."
"Pei Yan, what do you mean by this? Do you think we don't have enough money?!"
"I'm not short of money. Besides, Xiaoman and I have never signed any indenture. Where would I get an indenture for you?"
"you……"
Russian qing.
Fang Xiaoxiao looked at him in disbelief.
Pei Yan continued.
“I heard Xiaoman say that she saved you in the alley before. If you want to thank Xiaoman, you can give her this five hundred taels of silver. There’s no need to say these words to me.”
"I……"
For a moment, Fang Xiaoxiao didn't know how to answer him.
She had just been thinking of using money to buy back Xiaoman's indenture, so that she would no longer be bound by Pei Yan's control.
But now people say there are no more indentures, which means there's no need to spend money to buy Xiaoman.
But then again, if we follow Pei Yan's suggestion and give Xiaoman five hundred taels, wouldn't that be a bit too much?
Think about this.
Fang Xiaoxiao was somewhat at a loss for what to do.
At this moment, Xiaoman had already walked up to the two of them.
She pulled Fang Xiaoxiao's wrist and whispered.
"Thank you for your kindness, my lady, but Xiaoman has not signed any contract with the master."
"It is already a great honor for me to be able to follow my master."
Fang Xiaoxiao was somewhat taken aback upon hearing this, and for a moment she felt that this was quite good, at least it would save her five hundred taels.
She feigned a cough and spoke slowly.
"Cough cough, really, why didn't you say so earlier? You made me misunderstand."
"Xiaoman, let's sit down first and wait for everyone to go up to the third floor for a good meal. It will be a welcome dinner for you. Welcome to Lingxi Pavilion."
Xiaoman smiled and nodded.
Pei Yan stood to the side and snorted coldly.
It's still the same as before...
third floor.
Everyone gathered together.
Fang Xiaoxiao was very happy to see her whole family present, including the heroine who saved her life.
"Come on, everyone, let's have a drink!"
"Dry."
Long Jinyan stood up, holding a large bowl in his hand, laughing and joking.
He felt like he was living a godlike life, able to eat delicious food every day. He no longer needed to scheme against others. He had been with his wife for almost half a year and was very satisfied with his current life.
He Jinnian and the others also stood up.
"Thank you for taking care of me, my wife, over the past six months."
"Yes, thank you so much, my wife, for letting me cook noodles every day."
"Thanks!"
"Humph!"
"Thank you, my wife. If it weren't for you, Wenjian might not be where he is today."
"Ha, come on, everyone, let's drink!"
Li Renyi patted Zhou Wenjian next to him, laughed heartily, and raised his glass.
The entire third floor was occupied not only by Fang Xiaoxiao and her group, but also by several other employees, including Lao Zhangtou and Xiao Cui.
Since they arrived at Lingxi Pavilion, they have never lacked a single thing, whether it be clothing, food, housing, or transportation.
Manager Fang is offering much higher monthly wages than they used to earn.
Old Zhang, as the representative, happily stood up. Although his body was still hunched over, his complexion was much rosier than before.
In particular, the lady of the house can now not only eat white flour buns, but also eat meat every week, all thanks to Madam Fang.
Despite being the oldest person in the store, he grinned like a child, revealing two large gold teeth.
"On behalf of all the workers, I would like to thank you, Madam. If it weren't for you, we wouldn't have the life we have today."
"I'll take advantage of my age and offer you a poem."
"!!!"
Upon hearing this, everyone looked up.
This was the first time they had ever heard that Old Zhang could write poetry.
You should know that everyone here, except for a few of the guys, is a person of great learning and talent.
But none of them were able to write a complete poem.
Of course, the reason is quite simple: with such excellent examples before them, they dare not make a fool of themselves.
Old Zhang cleared his throat, raised his wine glass, took a sip, and shook his head.
"With wolves in front and tigers behind, my wife has never yielded."
"!!!"
Goodness, this old Zhang is actually quite knowledgeable.
Li Renyi secretly wrote down the poem that Old Zhang recited in his mind.
He needs to study more; maybe one day he'll be able to compose one himself.
Old Zhang paused, took a big sip of the liquor in his hand, and continued.
"If you ask who this lady is, she is none other than the head manager of Chang Le Ling Xi!"
"..."
What a flatterer...
After listening to Old Zhang's flattering poem, Fang Xiao couldn't help but think to herself.
When it comes to flattery, no one can beat him.
"Clap clap clap!"
"What a poem, what a poem!"
Long Jinyan clapped his hands as if he understood.