Chapter 12 Chapter Twelve

The area where the elder Mendian's residence is located is very simple, mostly two-story white buildings where some craftsmen and small civil servants live.The house was completed a few days ago, and it was originally built for another dignitary, but no one has lived in it since the price was negotiable.The house is long and narrow, with a flat top and eight rooms in total. The murals on the walls depict colorful birds playing in the papyrus bushes. Pazar dared not enter the house.He lingered in the poultry pen, watching a hired hand feed the geese; ducks splashed in the water in the pool decorated with blue lotus flowers.Under the shed, two boys who were responsible for feeding the poultry were sleeping soundly.The new owner of the house did not wake them up.Nefiri is also happy to be so well off.She stared at the fertile soil loosened by earthworms. The excrement left by earthworms happened to be the best natural fertilizer for grain.Farmers know the benefits of earthworms, and no one will kill them.

The warrior was the first to rush into the beautiful garden, and the north wind followed immediately.The north wind squatted under a pomegranate tree, the beauty of which was the most lasting, because as soon as the old flowers withered, new flowers bloomed immediately.Warriors prefer the Egyptian fig tree because the rustle of its leaves reminds it of sweet honey.Nefiri gently stroked the small school and the red and green fruits, and pulled her husband to her side. The two stood under the tree together, as if they were protected by the goddess of the blue sky.They looked excitedly at a row of fig trees imported from Syria and a reed-covered gazebo where they would later be able to watch the sunset.

The serenity ended quickly: Nefiri's green monkey, Raughty, uttered a scream of pain, then jumped into the mistress's arms.It shyly stretched out its sole to its master, only to see a thorn of acacia embedded in its palm.The wound should not be underestimated. If the foreign body stays under the skin for too long, it will easily cause internal bleeding. Many doctors have been helpless because of this.Beifeng didn't wait for his master to call, and walked over by himself.Nefeli took a scalpel from the medicine chest and carefully removed the thorn.The wounds were then smeared with an ointment of honey, medicated watermelon, grated cuttlefish bones, and powdered Egyptian fig bark.If there is inflammation.Then treat with arsenic sulfide.However, the little rascal didn't seem to feel too much pain. As soon as the thorn was pulled out, he immediately crawled to a date palm tree to look for food.

"Let's go in," Nefiri suggested. "You can't joke around now." "What do you mean?" Nefiri asked puzzled. "We did get married, but we had nothing at the time. It's different now." "Are you bored already?" "Doctor, don't forget that I pulled you out of your peaceful life." "I don't remember it like this. Didn't I find you first?" "We could have sat side by side, with a group of relatives and friends watching the suitcases, utensils, toilet utensils, slippers, etc., all passing by our eyes! You could also sit in a sedan chair and wear a bridal gown, Joyfully married to the sound of flute and tambourine."

"I'd rather be like this, just the two of us, quietly, without any ostentation." Nefiri said seriously. "We must take responsibility if we enter this room. The superior will also blame me for not making a contract to protect your future." "Did you propose to me in all sincerity?" "I will act according to the law. I, Pazar, would like to give you all my property, Nefiri, and you can keep your original name. Since we have decided to be under the same roof, it is equivalent to getting married. If we divorce in the future , I must compensate you. From now on, one-third of all the income of the two of us will belong to you according to the law, and I must also provide your food and clothing needs. The rest will be determined by the court."

"I have to confess to the elders of the door hall that I have fallen madly in love with a man, and I absolutely insist on following him until I breathe my last breath." "Maybe, but the law..." "Come on, let's visit the house." "Before visiting, let me correct one point: I am madly in love with you." The two of them hugged each other and walked into the new home. The first room was small and low, and it was used for worshiping ancestors. They sat here for a long time, silently remembering the murdered teacher Blarney.They then toured the drawing room, bedroom kitchen and toilet with terracotta plumbing and limestone commode.

The bathroom fixtures make them even more stunning.On either side of the limestone floor, which is laid at right angles, there are long brick chairs on which servants and servants can stand and pour water for their masters who want to shower.The outer layer of the brick wall is also covered with limestone blocks to protect the bricks from moisture.In addition, the ground is slightly sloped, allowing water to flow down to the drain mouth, and then discharged through the earthen pipes buried deep in the ground. The bedroom is well ventilated, and there is a large solid ebony bed inside, the foot of the bed is carved into the shape of a lion's claw, a mosquito net is placed on the bed, and the edge of the bed is engraved with words dedicated to sleep, so that everyone can have a good dream after sleeping. The cheerful face of God Bess.Pazar kept stroking the bedstead made of plants weaved into strong ropes, the texture was really good.Due to the special arrangement of a large number of crossbars on the bed frame, it can support extremely heavy weight for a long time.

At the head of the bed lay a white linen dress, a fabric that doubles as a bridal gown and shroud. "I really never thought that I would have the opportunity to sleep in such a bed in my life." "Then what are you waiting for?" His wife asked admiringly. She spread the precious cloth on the bed, took off her clothes, and lay down on it.She was completely naked and greeted Pazar's body happily. "This moment is so wonderful, I will never forget it, your eyes have turned the moment into eternity. Don't leave me, I am like your garden, trapping you and flowers blooming and fragrant. When we are together And the moment of oneness, death ceases to exist."

* * * In the early morning of the next day, Pazar Terrier missed the small house where he lived, and also understood why Budge chose the simple house in the city center.Indeed, there are many brushes and brooms made of reeds here, and it is not difficult to do a thorough cleaning.However, to use these cleaning utensils but also need - a pair of dexterous hands.Neither he nor Nefiri had time for the job, and it was impossible to turn to a gardener or a poultry feeder, which wasn't their job in the first place.No one thought of hiring a maid. Nefeli and Beifeng set off for the palace early in the morning, and the Prime Minister hoped to have a doctor's diagnosis before the first court session.There are no clerks, no employees and servants.The new door hall elders faced this too broad family property.It's really one head and two big.It is indeed reasonable for the sages to regard their wives as "masters of the house".

The gardener introduced him to a woman in her fifties who specialized in solving problems for landowners who were understaffed: six days of work, and the reward was no less than eight sheep and two new clothes!Knowing that such a large amount of expenses would definitely make the young couple's income and expenditure unbalanced, Pazar had to accept it, at least until Nefiri came back. * * * Su Ti opened his eyes wide in surprise, and knocked on the wall, "It's true that it's easy to marry." "It was built recently, but the quality is very good." "I thought I was the best joker in Egypt, but I didn't expect to be so much worse than you. To be honest, who lent you this villa?"

"Country," Pazar replied. "Are you going to continue pretending to be the elder of the gate hall?" "If you don't believe me, ask Nefiri." "She's with you at all." "Go to the palace and ask." Only then did Su Ti ask in doubt: "Who appointed it?" "Nine friends of the pharaoh headed by the prime minister." "Is this old guy, Baji, really so stern and selfless? He really dismissed your predecessor, the respected elder with a flawless reputation?" "There are flaws. Budge and other commissioners acted in accordance with the law." "It's a miracle, a dream come true..." "My signature has taken effect." "Why have you been appointed to such an important position?" "I've thought about that too." Pazar nodded. "The results of it?" "Assuming that some members of the committee doubt General Asher and others believe in his innocence, let the judge who first lifted the veil of mystery continue this increasingly dangerous task. When the results of the investigation are in, whether to blame It’s much more convenient for me or congratulations.” "You're not as stupid as I thought." Pazar continued: "Their thinking is in line with the Egyptian legal system, so I am not surprised. Since I started it, I should let the incident come to a successful conclusion, otherwise I am just a saboteur who caused trouble Nothing. What can I complain about? My superiors have given me unexpected help. Blarney's soul will bless me." "Don't depend too much on the dead. You'll be safer on me and Cam." "You think I'm in danger?" "It's getting more and more dangerous. Usually, the elders of the gate hall are old and cautious people. They don't take any risks, but just enjoy their own privileges. In short, they are completely different from you." "What can I do? This is fate." Pazar shrugged. "I may not be as crazy as you, but I'm happy too. This way, you can catch Blarney's murderer, and I can take Asher's head." "How's Ms. Tapene?" As soon as he heard Tapene's name, Su Ti's spirit lifted. "This mistress is too flattering! Although she is not as good as a leopard, she has a very rich imagination. Yesterday afternoon, at the critical moment, we fell out of bed. Ordinary women would definitely let it go, but she didn't. Although I It’s a bit overwhelming, but I have to hold on.” "My admiration here. But on a less exciting subject! Has she revealed anything?" "You really don't know how to flirt. If I ask her a question as soon as I open my mouth, I guarantee that she will close up like Laver Lee at noon. However, we have already begun to mention women who are outstanding in weaving. Among them Some are good needle-handlers. I'm getting close to my goal, I can feel it!" * * * She finally came back under the leadership of Beifeng.When the warrior saw the donkey come back, he barked happily.Then the two good friends enjoy the meal together, one nibbles on the middle steak, and the other chews fresh alfalfa.As for the little rascal, he is no longer hungry, his belly has already been filled with the fruits picked secretly from the orchard, and now he just wants to have a good rest. Nefiri was still radiant, fatigue and worry taking no hold of her.Sometimes Pazar really felt unworthy of such a wife. "How is the prime minister?" "Much better, but will have to continue treatment for the rest of her life. His liver and gallbladder are failing, so I'm not really sure I'll be able to cure his swollen legs when he's tired. He should move around a lot and stop sitting all day Then, you should breathe more fresh air in the wild." "That's impossible. Did he tell you about Nebamun?" "The Chief Physician is ill. The baboon policeman's help seems to have left irreparable scars." "Is it necessary to sympathize with him?" The couple were talking when they were interrupted by Beifeng's cry.It turned out that the fodder for it was not enough. "I couldn't handle it," Pazar confessed. "I hired a temporary maid at a high price, because I really couldn't do anything in this stuffy house. There was no cook. The gardener didn't follow orders, and I couldn't do it." With these different brushes, a mess of papers, and no clerk, I..." Before he could finish his sentence, Nefiri's kiss sealed his mouth.