Chapter 37: Breaking Ground and Starting Work, Strange Events Continue (3)
"Miss Lin... I..." Yu Xinle's emotions in his heart were already somewhat saturated, wanting to burst out. Lin Chun nodded at him, indicating "Miss Lin, the poem you depicted is also what I think in my heart, not seeking fame, wealth and nobility, but only freedom and ease. Today, getting Miss Lin's poem, it's a new discovery for me, and I understand more clearly what I think in my heart. I hope Miss can accept me, and in the future, I will teach your younger brother and sister well, and fulfill my own life dream - a carefree life, without seeking too much!"
"Yes, Mr. Yu said it well, and his ideas are good too. Although I am a woman, still young in years, I know that wealth and power can blind people's eyes, only to make themselves sink deeper, but these are far less important than the peace and happiness of one's own family, being carefree and at ease. Of course, my younger brother will still have to take exams in the future, but it is only a test of his academic level, and in terms of character and leadership, Mr. Yu should teach him more. I do not ask that my brother become a hero who protects the country and its people or a great scholar with elegant writing style in the future, I only hope that when he grows up, he will have a sense of responsibility, be wise, have a sense of duty, be meticulous in his dealings, and be sincere in his interactions. As his teacher, Mr. Yu must understand my meaning." Lin Chun thought of her brother's clever and intelligent appearance, feeling very proud and satisfied, her younger brother was already eight years old, although he didn't know a single character, but he was thoughtful and polite to people and things, and had already done very well.
As for Er Ya, she is six years old this year and it's the best time to receive education. Later on, I will instill some modern thoughts and knowledge into her, and I believe that Er Ya will also become clever and smart, grow up to be independent, and when she gets married in the future, I can rest assured.
"Does Miss mean I can go to your home as a tutor?!"
"Yes, Mr. Yu, in the future you will be the master of my house. Currently, our new building is not yet completed, so I can only ask you to stay in a thatched hut after arriving at our home. After the building is completed, I will build several rooms as a study and school for your convenience to teach, and for my younger siblings to learn."
"Not humbled, not humbled! Miss Lin can recite such poetry, it's clear that she is also a person of extraordinary literary talent. To be able to go to the young lady's home as a teacher is the best opportunity for me in this life!" Yu Xinle thought to himself that he would be able to live freely and drink to his heart's content in the mountains, and live a carefree life with several brothers, just thinking about it made him feel that life was fulfilling.
"From now on, let's simplify the way we address each other. My brother and sister will call you Mr. Yu, and you can just call us by our names. I'm Lin Chun, also known as Da Liao, my brother is Lin Huan, also known as Da Tou, and my sister is Lin Xin, also known as Er Liao. You're more than twice my age, and in our household, you're considered a family member to my siblings, so there's no need for formal titles like 'Miss' or 'Ms.' I'm not used to it either."
"This is good, Lin Xiao thinks that Da Ya is not a person who adheres to these empty formalities. In the future, I will teach Da Tou and Er Ya well!"
Mr. Lin's matter has been settled, and he gestured to Mr. Yu to sit down at the table to drink tea, turning his head towards the guards and maids standing in the courtyard. Lin had been paying attention to their movements and expressions, seeing that several guards showed great respect for him, and after listening to his recitation of poetry, An He and two others in front of him were filled with joy and admiration, seemingly connoisseurs of literature. The remaining three guards, although somewhat bewildered, were also moved. Two of the maids standing at the back rolled their eyes, but their faces remained calm, quietly listening without showing any impatience. However, the other two maids had resentful expressions, even stretching out their hands to adjust their waistbands, as if silently rebuking him for not showing respect towards them.
Lin Chun stood up and walked to the front of the few people, "An He big brother, why don't you first introduce me to the names of these brothers and sisters behind you, as well as what they are good at?"
"Miss Lin is too polite, I dare not accept the title of elder brother. My real name is An He, and I am 26 years old. The two on my left are An Zhu and An Wu, who are also 26 years old. On my right are An Zhu, 25 years old, An Mu, 24 years old, and An Feng, 23 years old. We were ostracized by others because we couldn't stand the flattery of some people from our former school. Today, seeing Miss Lin and hearing her recite poetry, I knew that no matter what, we hoped to be taken in by Miss Lin. My brothers' martial arts skills are unmatched in Qingxi Town, and An Mu and An Zhu are skilled carpenters. An Zhu can raise cattle, chickens, and ducks, while An Feng and An Wu can make farm tools. They used to do these tasks at the government office."
"Behind me are Zhao Pozi and Rong Pozi, who can sew clothes and cook. The last two are An Pozi and Li Pozi, they are new here, I don't know what they can do, you can ask them yourself." When An said this about Zhao Pozi and Rong Pozi, the two of them raised their heads and puffed out their chests, with an arrogant look on their faces. But when he mentioned An Pozi and Li Pozi, these two remained bowed down, motionless, while Zhao Pozi and Rong Pozi looked at them with disdain and contempt.
Lin Chun listened and had an idea in his mind, "An He big brother, I've heard about you from Qian Shu before. In the future, when you arrive at my house, you will be in charge of forgetting those unpleasant things. An Mu and An Zhu two brothers arrived at my house, let Da Shan Bo take you to Li Mu's place first, to make furniture and decorations for my home. An Zhu, An Feng, An Wu three brothers will help Zhao Jia Shu with the construction of the wall and building in my home. After the fields and livestock are arranged, we'll arrange other matters." Lin Chun finished speaking and walked directly past Zhao Pozi and Rong Pozi to stand in front of An Pozi and Li Pozi.
Lin Chun observed for a while, seeing that An Po's fingers were slender and her skin was very smooth, while Li Po's hands were covered in calluses. She nodded to herself, "The two ladies, don't be too formal. From now on, An Po will be in charge of my younger brother and sister's daily life, and Li Po will be responsible for the household hygiene and food for everyone. When An Po is free, she can also help Li Po. For now, you eight people will follow me back home first. An Ge and Da Shu will build a few temporary thatched huts behind my family's hut with Mr. Yu, to provide accommodation for you all. Once the house is built, we'll allocate rooms for each of you to live in. The two ladies, please work hard during the construction of the wall and the building of the house, and help my mother-in-law, Cui Hua."
"Yes, miss." In unison, they happily agreed. After hearing Lin Chun's arrangement, everyone was delighted that they could be chosen by Lin Chun and do what they wanted to do and were capable of doing. To live such a life in this world is not bad at all!
"Just Miss, what about Zhao Pozi and Rong Pozi..." An He saw that Lin Chun had not arranged anything for Zhao Pozi and Rong Pozi, so he asked.
"Oh, there are only three of us in my family now, and with Anpozi and Lipozi, it's enough. As for Zhao Pozi and Rong Pozi, I'm sure Uncle Qian can arrange something suitable. Besides, when I heard Dage introduce these two women earlier, I learned that they have extraordinary abilities, not ordinary people can match. My house is small and the roof is low, I'm afraid it's not enough to let these two talented people play their strengths, so as not to bury them in the future..." Lin Chun said with a smile, his words full of consideration for the future of the two women.
