Chapter 53 The Du Family
Mrs. Wang couldn't help but laugh, and immediately scolded her daughter with a straight face.
"Don't show your teeth when you go. Now your two uncles are in charge of the school. If you make a mistake, you will not be fooled. The Wang family has a strict upbringing, but it is not our family. Everyone will cover it up for you."
Li Yu is afraid of my mother. She is a strict mother and a loving father, and her elder brother is a loving mother and a strict father. The two brothers and sisters have different upbringings.
Ruirui bowed her head in agreement, which made Lin Yue laugh and feel envious from the bottom of her heart.
Seeing that she had listened to the advice, Mrs. Wang showed a smile, looked at the two of them, and gave a serious admonishment.
"It is not easy for a woman to work hard in her life, and it is even more difficult to survive in troubled times. When you two go to school, you must study hard and don't waste time. Learning the skills is the foundation of your life."
"yes."
They both responded at the same time.
"When you arrive at Du's house, you must abide by the rules, especially men and women. Don't show any weird expressions when you see anything. Be more generous. If you are wronged, don't make it public if it is not a big deal. We are guests, and guests follow the host.
It’s convenient, do you understand?”
"Remember."
Lin Yue knew it was a reminder not to make noises and cause embarrassment.
"Mom, why don't we go directly to Linqi and stay at the Du family?"
"Silly boy, wait until your brothers come to pick you up."
Mrs. Wang smiled and touched her daughter's little face, looking at her lovingly. The journey had exhausted her daughter.
"We're all here, there's no danger anymore, it doesn't matter whether we can pick you up or not."
Li Yu blinked in confusion.
"This is not for show, but to show strength and tell everyone that the Li family has not lost its arrogance, especially with its elite soldiers and generals. Your father is still as strong as ever."
Mrs. Wang understands Mr. Li best and knows the entire Li family like the back of her hand. As a clan wife, she has done her best and has the trust and dependence of everyone in the Li family, young and old.
Li Yu blinked and nodded, "It's so complicated."
"You are so lazy that you don't use your brain."
Wang angrily poked her forehead with his hand.
Li Yu chuckled, cuddling up to my mother's body with a playful smile and acting coquettishly.
"My mother is the most powerful, the female Zhuge."
She turned around and showed off to Lin Yue, "My mother-in-law is called Female Zhuge."
"Madam is so amazing."
Lin Yue's admiration was sincere. Unlike the capital, there was no praise here. It was a place where powerful families gathered and there were too many capable people. It was difficult for those who were not top-notch to get ahead. Even if the top-notch ones came, they might not be top-notch.
"Don't listen to her nonsense, it's just to give face to the Wang family."
Wang waved her hands and showed no complacency in her eyes.
A few people were chatting in the carriage, talking about the special products and customs of this place. Everyone was in high spirits for a while, swept away the sad atmosphere before, and began to look forward to the arrival of a new life.
Arriving at Rizhao City, the carriage entered the Du family's mansion directly. Mrs. Du and the female family members of the Du family all came out to greet the Gu and Li families.
"Mother, this is Mr. Gu, this is Mr. Li, this is General Li, the General Li that my father often talks about, and this is his wife, the eldest daughter of the Langya Wang family. These two are their children.
This is the eldest grandson of the Gu family, and this is Mrs. Gu..."
Du Yu introduced everyone one by one.
Mrs. Du has been a widow for a long time. She is wearing a maroon brocade Eight Blessings Hunan skirt, with only a silver hairpin on her head. The person wearing a light blue Hunan skirt next to her is Du Yu's mother.
The rest are Du Yu's uncles and aunts.
"Greetings to the old lady."
Mr. Li and his children took the first step and clasped their fists to say hello.
"Okay, I'd like to say peace to you two adults."
Mrs. Du saluted solemnly, her attitude was particularly respectful, and her eyes showed admiration for the hero.
"You're welcome. If you don't mind calling me brother, I'm no longer in court."
Old Man Li smiled slightly and raised his hand.
"Well, these are the grandchildren of your two elders. They are so wonderful. They are as beautiful as flowers and jade. They are gentle and gentlemanly. Well done. You two elders are very lucky."
Mrs. Du's eyes fell on Li Rui and other juniors, and she praised them with joy.
"This junior would like to say hello to the old lady and all the ladies."
Li Yu and other juniors stepped forward and gave a blessing ceremony to Mrs. Du's family.
"Okay, get up quickly, you are all good children."
"Grandma, let's talk in the house. It took a lot of effort for me to invite the two elders to my house as guests."
"This is a beautiful thing. I'll reward you with a bowl of meat. I arranged it myself so that you won't lose face. The women live in the backyard, and the girls live in your sister's boudoir. The old man lives in the front yard, and your grandfather's study is still free...
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This time Mrs. Du made the arrangements herself, which shows that she takes it seriously.
"I'm causing you trouble."
Boss Li cupped his fists again to say thank you.
"General Li, you're welcome. You can come and stay at our house because our ancestors of the Du family have accumulated good deeds. The Du family has flourished. Don't be polite."
Mrs. Du looked at him with joy on her face, and her welcoming attitude made people feel happy.
After chatting all the way, we entered the main hall of the Du family. The Du family is rich, but the furnishings are not vulgar. Instead, they are low-key and elegant. The furnishings are all serious antiques, not the fakes in the store, they are all genuine.
The maids served tea one by one.
The elders were chatting, and Madam Du asked earnestly about what happened on the way. When she learned that General Li had saved her eldest grandson, Madam Du immediately stood up and was about to kowtow, but was stopped by Mr. Li.
Mrs. Du wiped her tears and said, "My son passed away suddenly, and the family was in chaos. My eldest grandson had to take risks to store goods. The Du family was devastated, and I, the old woman, could not live long enough to die, which affected my children and grandchildren..."
She wiped her tears sadly, not only one person died in these troubled times.
"Your condolences and my understanding..."
In this case, it is not easy for the juniors to interrupt. Li Yu and the other juniors can just sit quietly and listen.
"General Li, we are really destined. Brother Yu, just give the mine to General Li. Money is an external thing, and the safety of the family is the most important thing."
Du Yu stood up and responded, "Grandma, don't worry. I told General Li truthfully about the mine on the way. The contract has been given. I will take someone to check in soon."
Mrs. Du nodded, her eyes were firm and steady, and her tone was gentle but firm. It was obvious that she had a sassy temper when she was young.
"Don't delay, lest trouble arise again, and don't hesitate to make money that you can't keep."
"yes."
"Give him the surveyor as well."
Mrs. Du settled everything in a flash, and her crisp temper was evident.
"My grandson will go get it done in a moment."
"Um."
"Grandma, what the grandson's letter said about moving to the main house in Linqi..."
"Okay, you've been very considerate. Once everything is packed and moved, it's up to you to arrange it."
It can be seen that Mrs. Du is a strong and unyielding boss in her behavior. Otherwise, she would not be able to raise outstanding children and grandchildren after losing her husband in middle age. As a business woman, she is not an ordinary person who can do this.
"My grandson will go to organize a meeting soon."
"Those who have come from afar must be exhausted. I've asked someone to prepare hot water. You can rest first. Let's have a nice drink together tomorrow."
"good."
Mrs. Du then served the tea.
The girl came in and led everyone to live in the guest courtyard. The female family members lived in the backyard. Only Li Yu and Lin Yue lived in the boudoir of the married daughters of the Du family.
Chapter completed!