After seeing off their aunt, all the little girls in Huilan's room seemed to be relieved.

Huilan smiled, her aunt had become a villain for her. With her current three-inch figure, the demonstration was just a joke.

Shaking her head, Huilan asked everyone to go about their business, leaving only Mrs. Wang to talk.

"Auntie..." After being here for so long, Wang's mother can be said to be the closest person to Huilan. Huilan didn't want her to feel uncomfortable because of her aunt's words.

Before Huilan could finish speaking, Mrs. Wang raised her hand to stop her. With a happy face, she said, "My aunt is dedicated to the girl, and the old slave and his wife are only happy for the girl."

Huilan breathed a sigh of relief, nodded repeatedly, and said solemnly: "Yes, I will remember my aunt's kindness to me. Uncle Li and my mother were left to me by my father. They serve me wholeheartedly, and you are also my family."

Mother Wang was so excited that she didn't even dare to say anything, and Huilan also showed a rare sincerity. The mother and daughter said a lot of caring words. After that, the two became more intimate.

The two of them were crying and laughing, and finally it came to an end. Qingguo Liuya quickly brought water and tea for them to wash their faces and rehydrate.

Seeing that it was almost time to have lunch, Mother Wang said something serious, "The girl has ten people to serve her now, but she definitely can't take them all. How many and who to take, the girl still has to make her own decision. Mom, this

Just go and make your favorite sweet-scented osmanthus cake for the girl."

After saying that, he got up and left in a hurry.

Huilan couldn't laugh or cry, why didn't anyone around her like to help her make decisions? Do they have so much confidence in a little girl like her?

"Why is mom walking so fast like a wolf is chasing her?" Huilan wrinkled her nose at Qingguo Liuya and complained with a smile.

It was about her own mother, so Liu Ya couldn't speak, so she just covered her mouth and smiled.

Qingguo smiled and replied: "Mom feels sorry for the girl and is anxious to make delicious food for her!"

Being able to talk, Huilan gave Qingguo a thumbs up in her mind and agreed with a smile, "Well, I'm really hungry and I'm thinking about something delicious. Mom still feels sorry for me!"

The three girls mentioned all laughed.

After lunch, Huilan took a peaceful lunch break.

Mother Wang and a dozen maids were busy opening the shop, even though the things that had been brought to the warehouse had not been unpacked or bothered with.

But her clothes, shoes, socks, daily necessities and gifts for everyone in the house also need to be packed away.

There was no need for Huilan to worry about these things. She fully enjoyed the treatment of an aristocratic lady in feudal society. She could get everything with just her mouth. It was really shameful and inevitable to sink. Huilan covered her face.

Huilan pretended to be sitting in front of Dongjima's desk, holding a small goat's hair and listening to Qingguo's common sense.

"The rules in the house are that girls are divided into courtyards when they are eight years old and learn to manage their own courtyards and human relations. The girls are usually brought up by the old lady, and the courtyards are all next to Fushou Residence. At that time, there were two mothers in charge of each courtyard.

Two nurturing mothers, two first-class, four second-class, four third-class, eight maids, a total of 18 girls and four maids." It can be seen that Qingguo is good at math, and he doesn't even need to pull his fingers.

Head, I made everything clear.

Whelan marveled at the waste of manpower and lamented the aristocratic style.

At the age of eight, and still in elementary school, she had about twenty subordinates and more private money than she could imagine in her entire life. Sure enough, the so-called aristocratic temperament was created with mountains of gold and seas of silver.

Huilan shook her head and continued to wait for her to continue with her pen. She was only five years old, and the conditions for being divided into courtyards were not enough.

"Before she was eight years old, the girl lived with her mother. There was a wet nurse, four nurturing mothers, two second-class, four third-class and four rough girls, a total of ten girls." After Qingguo finished speaking, he hesitated for a moment before taking the answer again.

One sentence, "Although according to the rules, girls under eight years old do not need to be first-class girls. However, the four girls in the house, except the youngest fourth girl, each have a first-class girl given by the old lady or the Duke's wife."

Huilan nodded and concentrated on drawing talismans (using a brush to draw Arabic numerals was almost like drawing talismans in Qingguo's eyes).

She originally didn't want to take Mrs. Wang with her, just because she didn't want the husband and wife to be separated. After entering the mansion, she couldn't go home every day.

Mother Wang firmly disagreed, and in the end Huilan was defeated by her tears.

After hearing this, the girl in the mansion no longer needs a nanny to serve her when she is eight years old.

Mother Wang only had to stay with her for three years before she could come back and reunite with Uncle Li. Huilan's guilt was relieved a lot.

Qingguo is already in the first class, and after staying with her for so long, her aunt will definitely put her in her room to be in the first class.

Liu Ya will be the second class, and then choose four girls, two third class and two rough ones.

She brought half of the people from home and matched them with the other half in the mansion.

Qianglong and the local snake are equally matched, she should be able to sit firmly on the Diaoyutai, Huilan thought happily.

"Then bring pearls, jade, white jade and amber. How do you feel about Sister Qingguo?" Huilan insisted and listened.

"The girls have picked good ones. These sisters are all sensible and steady." Qingguo was cautious and clicked until he finished.

Huilan nodded. Indeed, these girls are less lively and active than the other five girls.

Pearl is nine years old and is the daughter of Manager Zhou and Mother Liu. The other three are all eight years old. Bai Yu is the only daughter of the manager in the family. The other two are ordinary servants in the family.

It's not that Huilan doesn't like lively and active little girls, it's just that she is dependent on others after all, so it's better to keep a low profile.

For those who used to be social terrorists, they don’t want to attract attention if they can.

When she started to name the girls, Huilan really thought of gold bars, silver dollars, dollars and pounds... It seemed that real money was more attractive to the poor!

Forget it, let's restrain ourselves! Then use pearls, emeralds, white jade soup, and amber, coral and glass cups. Don't be afraid if you have more girls, more jewelry, and a name is enough.

Huilan made up her mind, put down her pen, and crumpled the paper she had just scribbled on into a ball of paper. "You can quietly take it to the kitchen and throw it into the stove to burn it. Mother Wang will see it and say I'm messing around."

How could Mrs. Wang say anything about her? Huilan just didn't want anyone to see what she wrote. Even if no one could understand it, she didn't want to be seen.

Qingguo responded with a smile, stuffed the paper ball in his sleeve and went out.

Huilan stretched her arms and lay on the table and lamented. After all, she was also a graduate of a university, and she was almost illiterate when she got here. She had to start her study career for at least ten years. Huilan really wanted to cry.

Although the little girl Huilan once received enlightenment from her father for almost a year, you can't expect that the current Huilan can write and read. More importantly, she now uses a brush to write traditional Chinese characters and read vertical books.

Ahhhhh...

Alas, forget it, just as you can't escape the nine-year compulsory education in modern times, you can't escape the fate of falling into a school here.

Huilan sighed while accepting her fate. Sure enough, attaching importance to learning is a tradition inherited by the Chinese nation!

After dinner in the evening, Huilan called all ten girls to announce her decision. Naturally, Mother Wang was also present.

Seeing that some of the girls were happy and some were depressed, Huilan immediately comforted them, "Don't be discouraged if you didn't go. You girls are still young. When I divide the yard when I am eight years old, I will definitely have more people. You guys should take good care of the house at home."

, learn needlework and cooking skills, I will never forget you. I am not at home, and you don’t have much work, but you are more leisurely than them. My family lives far away, and I ask the housekeeper to send a car to take you back every month.

Meet your family. You all should be obedient, speak up and learn from me."

The five little girls who were unsuccessful, the oldest was only ten years old. Their anger turned into happiness after being tricked by Huilan, and they all agreed obediently.

"Coral, you are the eldest here. Since you are the second-class girl, you will take care of them. Don't forget to clean and ventilate my house. I may go home and stay for a few days!" Huilan pointed at the eldest daughter.

The summer flowers are entrusted with important responsibilities.

Coral was so happy that she had fallen from the sky. She felt deeply that she had a great responsibility. She responded loudly with a serious face and wished she could issue a military order. The other four little girls looked at her in awe.

Huilan encouraged them a few more words and then sent them back to rest.

Looking at the remaining girls, including Qingguo, they all looked respectful and solemn.

Huilan felt that it was necessary to say something ugly up front. "For the time being, I have chosen you to go with me to the Duke's Mansion. If you are reluctant to leave your family, just tell me not to go and cry to me again."

There was silence in the room, and Huilan nodded, "Since you are all willing to follow me, I have a few words that you should keep in mind. The Zhenguo Palace is a first-rate home of the powerful, with unparalleled wealth and strict rules.

I hope you will remember your identities, don’t get carried away, and don’t cause trouble for me. You girls, I am just a guest, and I have no power to lend you.”

These words were so serious that everyone from Queen Mother on down knelt down, "I don't dare."

Secretly letting out a breath, Huilan continued with an inscrutable smile (she thought), "Everyone, get up. Don't be timid. Don't ruin the reputation of the Li family. After all, I am not here to fight against the autumn wind. I am the imperial minister."

You are destined to be fostered in the Zhenguo Palace. As long as you are loyal and do your job well, no matter what happens, I can still protect you." He typed two sentences.

Huilan changed the topic and said, "Okay, that's what I'm saying. As long as the Zhenguo Gongfu has a century-old family, as long as you follow the rules, you don't have to worry about anything. Girl, I am a trouble-free person. Let's live our own lives behind closed doors.

That's it. When we get there, in addition to the monthly payment from the government, I will give you another share. After all, we are all the Li family, so I think it's hard work for you to serve me. Just keep this in mind.

, if word gets out, they’ll say I’m biased.”

After a slap and a red date, the girls all relaxed.

"Okay, it's getting late, let's go back and pack up and pay homage." Huilan waved her hand.

When only Mrs. Wang's green fruit and willow buds were left in the room, Huilan couldn't help but burst out laughing, "Mom, do you think I can imitate my aunt?"

Qing Guo and Liu Ya both covered their mouths and laughed. Mother Wang smiled happily and even praised her for growing up.

Huilan proudly acted coquettishly in Mama Wang's arms, "I'm most afraid of trouble. A few warnings in advance are better than whoever causes trouble in the future. Mom, don't laugh at me. Where did I fall short? Tell me quietly.

I, I can change it, and then I can become better and better."

Mother Wang praised Huilan again and again, and coaxed Huilan to wash her face and soak her feet, and finally put her to sleep.
Chapter completed!