Zhenfubao waved his hand and the warehouse was full of grain, and the whole family regretted it

Chapter 448 Liu Mansion

The shopkeeper cleared his throat and began to introduce:

"Look, everyone, this house has a history.

In the early years, this was the residence of a high-ranking official. At that time, the house was very magnificent. The stone lions at the door were majestic, and all the people coming in and out were dignitaries.

Who would have thought that later this adult would commit a crime, be convicted by the court, and have his property confiscated.

Overnight, the prosperity was gone, the family and servants were scattered, and the house was left to fall into ruin."

As he spoke, he led everyone around the house.

The yard was overgrown with weeds, and the once exquisitely carved railings were now broken and cracked, appearing dilapidated. "But! Although it looks shabby now, this house has a good foundation and a good location. It's close to the market, but not noisy."

Madam Bai coughed lightly, her voice filled with a hint of regret: "I didn't expect this place to become like this."

Liu Quanzhou's eyes wandered among the ruins, his eyes slightly reddened. He smiled wryly and continued, "My family used to be considered one of the most prominent families in Bianjing. I never thought it would become like this now."

Mrs. Bai also fell into memories and couldn't help but sigh:

"Isn't it? Your house used to be one of the best in Bianjing City, with pavilions and towers arranged in an orderly manner.

The back garden is full of flowers all year round, and there is also a man-made lake with the fragrance of lotus in the summer. Who could have expected it to be in such a state of decline now?

Today, the red paint on the gate has peeled off, revealing rotten wooden boards.

The stone beast was also missing a corner, looking desolate and miserable.

Walking into the yard, weeds were growing wildly, almost covering the bluestone path that once existed.

Some of the once exquisite pavilions and towers are now only ruins, and the carvings on the beams and pillars have been blurred by the erosion of time.

In the back garden, withered branches of flowers were scattered everywhere, and the lake had dried up, leaving only the cracked lake bottom.

Liu Quanzhou reached out and gently touched a pillar, feeling a mixture of emotions: "When the world changes, the family suffers, and this house loses its vitality."

Master Bai shook his sleeves violently and said:

"Don't be so hypocritical, it's like your family is the only one that's in trouble. Isn't it the same for all our families?

If I couldn't buy back my own house, why would I buy yours as a residence?"

When Liu Quanzhou heard this, he immediately became furious, rolled his eyes, and retorted with his neck stiff:

"What happened to my house? What happened to my house? If it hadn't been ransacked, my house would have been one of the best houses in Bianjing City.

Back then, others were extremely envious.”

As he spoke, his eyes dimmed and his voice lowered a bit:

“Alas, it’s a pity that my wife is gone, if she were still alive.

I’m sure you’ll be able to tidy up this house properly.”

Thinking of his deceased wife, Liu Quanzhou felt a pang of sadness in his heart and sighed heavily.

Mrs. Bai looked at this scene and couldn't help but sigh and said softly:

"Alas, time has changed. Who can predict what will happen in this world?

Let's clean up this place first! Your house has a pretty good foundation."

After hearing this, Liu Quanzhou's expression eased slightly, and he said with a bit of pride:

"Of course it's good. Do you think I spent a lot of money on this house?

The screen wall at the entrance alone was carefully carved from the finest Taihu stone by the best craftsmen in Suzhou. The carvings on it are lifelike, and I wonder how much effort was put into it.

Every plant and tree in this yard were hand-picked by my wife and I, and are rare species collected from all over the place.

It took a lot of manpower and resources to bring fresh water into the lake in the back garden.

The furniture in the house is all made of fine golden nanmu wood, and each piece is finely carved.

This house carries so many of our memories and hard work!"

When the Dragon and Tiger Gang's manager heard that the person before him was actually the former Prime Minister Liu, he leaned forward slightly and said:

"It turns out to be Mr. Liu. I have admired you for a long time, but I am disrespectful and disrespectful!

Since you are all familiar with this house, I will not introduce it in detail. It needs 5 taels of silver now."

"Actually, the price of 5 taels of silver is not really that high. After all, it was sold after the house was confiscated and it went through a special disposal process, so it is so cheap." The manager of the Dragon and Tiger Gang introduced.

Madam Bai nodded slightly, a hint of satisfaction flashing in her eyes: "5 taels of silver, then I will buy it."

Both parties were quick and efficient, and in a short while, all the procedures were completed.

Mrs. Bai looked at the slightly dilapidated house in front of her and thought to herself, "We need to clean up this house first. It's really too shabby."

She walked into the house and looked around carefully. Fortunately, the furniture inside was made of solid materials and was well-made. Some parts could still be used after some repairs.

So she quickly arranged the servants in the house, and everyone had a clear division of labor, and soon they were busy with the work.

Liu Quanzhou paced slowly in the yard and unknowingly walked into the garden.

The garden that was once full of flowers is now overgrown with weeds and desolate. Only the old swing in the corner barely retains some shadow of the past.

Lin Wanwan skipped to the garden and saw Liu Quanzhou sitting on the swing in a daze from afar.

She took Liu Quanzhou's hand and asked crisply, "Grandpa Liu, what are you thinking about?"

Hearing the sound, Liu Quanzhou slowly came back to his senses, a faint bitter smile appeared on the corner of his mouth, and he gently picked up Lin Wanwan, his voice slightly choked:

"I just miss my wife. This garden used to be her favorite place.

At that time, flowers bloomed in the garden all year round, red like fire, pink like clouds, and white like snow.

She always wore a plain silk dress, walked among the flowers, and had a happy smile on her face.

In spring, we fly kites here together. In summer evenings, we sit on the swing, enjoying the breeze and chatting about family matters.

When leaves fall in autumn, she will carefully pick up those leaves with beautiful shapes and make them into bookmarks.

In winter, the whole garden is covered with snow, and we enjoy the snow and make snowmen together.

Our memories are hidden in every corner.

But now, the flower is gone, and she is gone too..."

As he spoke, Liu Quanzhou's face gradually became moist, and a drop of turbid tear slid down his cheek.

She stretched out her tender little hand and gently wiped the tears from Liu Quanzhou's cheek, saying, "Grandpa Liu, Grandpa Liu, don't cry."

Lin Wanwan was shocked. She had never thought that the prime minister who once held great power would be so affectionate towards his wife.

Lin Wanwan blinked her big watery eyes, looked at Liu Quanzhou seriously, and continued:

"Grandpa Liu, we'll live here from now on, and you can come visit us often.

Let’s spruce up this garden and make it more beautiful.”

At this point, her eyes lit up:

"When the time comes, I'll plant lots of beautiful, colorful flowers, and build a nice grape trellis so I can enjoy the cool air underneath in the summer.

Grandma Liu must be very happy to see such a beautiful garden in heaven, don’t you think?