usatvline Chapter 1563 Annual Work Summary Meeting
Chapter 1563 Annual Work Summary Meeting
Sun Shan was greatly disappointed, as he had even lost 50 taels of silver for De Ge'er.
He handed 50 taels to Sun Dingnan: "Brother Nan, keep these 50 taels with you and help Dege keep them safe. He's always been a big spender, so don't let him squander them all."
Sun Dingnan chuckled and said, "Okay, leave it here with me, I'll keep it safe for him. He still needs to send money back to his hometown."
Sun Shan thought so too; De Ge'er always spent money extravagantly, so his spending had to be restricted.
Stepping out of the living room, I saw Little Fatty, Little Black Girl, and Tiger Roar hopping and skipping around Dege'er, happily spinning in circles.
When Dege saw Sun Shan, he clutched his purse even tighter, fearing he wouldn't even be able to keep 50 taels.
This money is not only for socializing, but also for giving red envelopes to the little mosquito, and for honoring the father, uncle, and aunt.
As for my family, I can only send money back next year when I earn it.
Dege secretly planned: Shanzi must not see the money; it must be hidden. He absolutely cannot be as foolish as he was today.
The chubby girl pounced on Dege's lap.
He asked eagerly, "Derber, what did you bring for Xiaoxiao?"
Little Fatty's biggest desire is for a big gold bracelet, which she has longed to have again since she donated it.
Dege happily bounced the little fat girl around and found a pretty bamboo box among a pile of things.
He said with a smile, "This is for Xiaoxiao."
Little Fatty was overjoyed and eagerly opened the bamboo box, but unfortunately it was tightly wrapped and she couldn't break through no matter how hard she tried.
He ran up to Madam Su and said, "Grandma, open it."
Upon opening it, I was greatly disappointed to find it was a gift box of candied fruits, sweets, and other treats: it wasn't a gold bracelet after all. I was so sad.
Seeing that Fatty didn't seem happy, Dege asked in confusion, "Xiaoxiao, what's wrong? Don't you like the candy that Dege gave you?"
The chubby girl forced a very strained smile and replied, her words contradicting her true feelings, "Derber, Xiaoxiao likes it very much. Xiaoxiao is just wondering which one to eat?"
Although it wasn't the gift I was looking for, it was still my favorite snack.
What if D'Urber doesn't deliver next time if I show displeasure?
Even a mosquito's leg is meat, and the chubby girl happily accepted every gift.
The little black girl also received a gift box and happily thanked him, saying, "Derber, the little black girl likes it very much."
He paused, then added, "Little Black Girl won't eat for now; she can eat during the New Year."
What a sensible little black girl! Dege loves her to bits.
He patted the little girl's head and promised, "Good girl, I'll buy you another one next time."
The little black girl was even happier.
Dege sent Huming a rotating lantern.
"The horse and rider rotate endlessly," the so-called carousel is made using principles such as thermal airflow dynamics and visual persistence.
Among them, the "Suzhou Lantern" is the most famous.
Dege'er laughed and said, "Tiger's Roar. This lamp is from Suzhou Prefecture. It is exquisitely made, and the painting is even more exquisite. Come and take a look. It depicts the story of Guan Yu's solo journey of a thousand miles."
Hu Ming was already captivated by the exquisite revolving lantern, especially the colorful patterns painted on it, which left him speechless.
Then, as if remembering something, he looked up and asked, "Derber, this lamp is so beautiful, it must be very expensive."
It is indeed expensive.
Especially those from Suzhou, they are the finest of the fine, renowned throughout the country, and even presented as tribute to the imperial court.
No matter how expensive it is, if he sees that Hu Ming likes it, De Ge'er is happy to buy it.
He patted the little guy's head and said with a smile, "Good boy, it's not expensive. Derber gets his goods much cheaper than outside."
Hu Ming nodded and said happily, "Der Bo, I'll take it out to play again on New Year's Eve."
Dege laughed and said, "Okay, keep it safe, we'll play with it again during the New Year."
Afterwards, gifts were given to Sun Bomin, Su Shi, and Yun Jie'er.
Sun Bomin shook his head repeatedly and said, "De Ge'er, don't buy it anymore. Don't waste money."
She paused, then said with concern, "Gaitou will be starting school soon. If she takes the path of scientific research, it will be very expensive."
Dege patted his chest and assured him, "Uncle, don't worry. I'm not worried about the money; my only concern is that the veil isn't suited for studying."
"Oh dear, if only Gaitou were as diligent as Huming, I'd accept it even if I couldn't learn. What I fear most is someone who's smart but unwilling to study, wasting their good brain."
I steal a glance at Sun Shan.
She secretly thought: if she stays by Shanzi's side to do business, then she should also take over the veil and study by Shanzi's side. Just as Mencius' mother moved three times, a good environment is the secret to success.
Even if Gaitou encounters problems with her studies, Shanzi can help her solve them. Neither Zheng Tongsheng from the village nor Hong Xiucai from the city are good choices; they can't compare to Shanzi.
Look at Hu Ming, his knowledge is excellent. He can rank in the top five in the annual examination. Given time, it will be easy for him to pass the county-level examination and become a scholar.
Dege'er didn't think he had high expectations; he just wanted the veil to be removed so that the person could pass the imperial examination and become a scholar.
Sun Shan had no idea that De Ge'er planned to bring his wife and children to Yuanlu County, and even if he did know, he wouldn't object.
Since they've already decided to stay and do business, how can they bear to be separated from their spouse for an extended period?
On the 29th day of the twelfth lunar month, Sun Shan still had to work hard and attend the annual summary meeting of the Yuanlu County government.
The first person to give a report was County Magistrate Wang.
County Magistrate Wang: ...
What reward is there for this work? Doesn't Sun Shan know how well I've done? And what's the point of reporting if I can't even tell the truth?
County Magistrate Wang wished he could report on every single skin-peeling incident Sun had committed.
For example, the unreasonable demands such as withholding wages, withholding benefits, and making donations without cause are truly outrageous.
But the last thing Magistrate Wang said was this: "Sir, this year, thanks to your discerning eye in recognizing bird droppings, the grain production in Yuanlu County has increased significantly, and the granaries of the yamen are full."
"Sir, I believe that under your leadership, Yuanlu County will surely have a bright future in the new year."
Sun Shan nodded in satisfaction and said in agreement, "County Magistrate Wang is right. I hope everyone has a bright future in the new year."
County Magistrate Wang: .....
Bah! Weren't you always so clever? Can't you even see through such sarcasm? What kind of beautiful vision is this? With an official like you, how can we expect any good days?!
Next, Chief Clerk Wu went on stage to report on the work done over the past year.
Wu, the Registrar: .....
The previous magistrate, the new magistrate, where is there any summary meeting?
Lord Sun has brought back the bad habits of Chenzhou Prefecture, causing his subordinates great suffering.
Wu, the registrar, had no idea what a work report was. Did Lord Sun even know what he had done?
Whether it was good or bad, Wu Zhubu was naturally loyal and dutiful in his post, and belonged to the "pure stream" among a group of officials.
Fortunately, with Magistrate Wang leading the way, Registrar Wu knew what to say.
It's just that the hypocritical Lord Sun wants to hear some praise.
So he flattered him obsequiously: "Lord Sun, you always set an example and use your intelligence to point the way for the entire Yuanlu County. Lord Sun, you are not only our superior, but also our role model. We deeply admire your every word and deed."
The officials who failed to report their work: ...
Is it really necessary to be so obsequious?
Chief Clerk Wu, you've said so much, what are we supposed to say now? Don't you know we're at a loss for words?
Sun Shan nodded in satisfaction: "You flatter me, you flatter me. I am not as good as you say. Hehe, let us strive together!"