Will do nothing

exhaust oneself to enrich others

Frightened

pinch and save(skim and save)

Advance to the throne

Advance evil with good

To swallow up

Scheme exhausted and situation pressing

Self-controlled

be credulous

Become shame

from ancient to modern times(since time out of mind)

Advance in virtue and talent

Short and long

be just round the corner(within sight)

well-turned verses in an embroidered bag

golden seal and purple ribbon

Old habits die hard.

a person with a very limited outlook

street gossip(town talk)