Qingchuan promotion rules in the backyard

Chapter 151 Don't be in a hurry

A trace of impatience flashed in Su's eyes.It's just a nephew, why bother?It would be nice to let him live in the mansion to prepare for the exam, and he was thinking of asking for a wife.Shu Xiu, who has a famous teacher in the capital, is not cheap.Then it's another expense.Although Mrs. Chen left silver when she left in the early years.

But last year, Mao Tongtong lived in the mansion for a year.How can food, clothing and housing be free?Now Mao Mingxuan came again, and he needed all kinds of expenses.Prices in the capital are more expensive than those in Yangzhou.How could the little money she left be enough to hire a wife again?
Thinking about posting it upside down, Su's heart became even more unhappy.

But she didn't have the courage to confront Chen Junjie.Not being able to have a son, I always feel a bit emboldened when facing Chen Junjie.

So, even though there were 1 reluctances in my heart, I still nodded with a smile on my face.

Mao Mingxuan just stayed in the Chen residence.A letter that arrived safely was sent to Yangzhou the next day.However, Mao Tongtong in the palace didn't know about it.

On the second day, Mao Mingxuan got up early and started his morning reading.

When Xiao Huzi came last night, he was already familiar with the situation in the mansion under Chen Bo's leadership.Now I will go to the dining room to give Mao Mingxuan an early meal.

After Mao Mingxuan finished his half-hour morning reading, breakfast was just on the table.

"Master, let's have breakfast first. Work hard after eating warm."

"En." Mao Mingxuan walked to the table with the book in his hand.

White rice porridge, steamed buns, two side dishes, plus two eggs.The breakfast was very simple, but Mao Mingxuan was not picky at all, and the food was delicious.

It's time for him to grow up.Last night, I didn't eat much for dinner after a day of running around and being cautious when I first arrived.This will make you hungry.

After he finished his breakfast, the first ray of sunlight came into the room.

Standing up, he walked slowly in the small courtyard where he lived for a while. After a meal, Mao Mingxuan sat down at the desk again.

Chen Junjie happened to be taking a rest today, so it was rare for him to sleep late.Just now he woke up and had breakfast with Mrs. Su, then went to see Mao Mingxuan.

When he entered the room and saw Mao Mingxuan reading a book, he nodded approvingly.

"Uncle!" Mao Mingxuan quickly stood up and saluted.

"What book are you reading?" Chen Junjie asked.

"Revisit the Four Books." Mao Mingxuan replied.

"That's right, I'll test you." Chen Junjie said.

"Excuse me, uncle." Mao Mingxuan nodded.

Chen Junjie didn't read the book Mao Mingxuan just read.For a person who has passed the Jinshi examination and entered the officialdom by his own ability, these things are all kept in his mind.If he wanted to test Mao Mingxuan, he would come here casually.

Mao Mingxuan didn't feel nervous at all.Every question is clearly thought out and answered with reason.

After a few questions and answers, Chen Junjie smiled, nodded, and said, "Not bad! Very good! At your current age, it's pretty good to reach this level!"

"I hope uncle can give me more advice." Mao Mingxuan said modestly.

Chen Junjie is a senior, so it is always right to ask for more advice.Although Mao Mingxuan is confident, he is not arrogant.

"I'm afraid I can't guide you at my level. But if you talk about the experience of the end, I can teach you a little bit." Chen Junjie said.

"It couldn't be better!" Mao Mingxuan laughed.

"Now the candidate for the examiner has not been decided, and I don't know which aspect to focus on. You should review it yourself first. I will go and ask, and see if I can ask a teacher to give you some advice." Chen Junjie said.

"Thank you so much, Uncle!" Mao Mingxuan hurriedly bowed!His thanks came from the heart.Uncle Chen is sincerely treating him well.Some of the apprehensions he had when he came dissipated in an instant.

In a blink of an eye, Mao Mingxuan lived in Chen's residence for a month.It's also winter in Beijing, and the first snow of the year has fallen.

During this month, Mao Mingxuan hardly ever went out.I review all kinds of books in the house every day.Uncle Chen wholeheartedly wanted to find a better wife to advise him, but it was a pity that a good teacher was too difficult to find, so he never found one.

Sometimes, Mao Mingxuan would discuss certain issues with Uncle Chen after he came back at night.The relationship between nephew and uncle is getting closer.

As for the Su family, Mao Mingxuan was always polite.He saw it too.This aunt will not neglect his due care, but it is too obvious to say how sincerely she welcomes him, compared with Uncle Chen's attitude.

Fortunately, he lives next to Uncle Chen's study in the front yard, and doesn't disturb the backyard, so he doesn't need to have frequent contact.

As for Chen Ruzhu, his cousin, Mao Mingxuan had even less contact.I only see it occasionally when I am called by Mrs. Su to have dinner together.The two of them didn't even speak a word.

Just looking at the flying snow outside the house, Mao Mingxuan suddenly missed Mao Tongtong very much.

Although the younger sister is afraid of the cold, she loves snow.I am very excited when the first snow falls every year.I always take him to have snowball fights and make snowmen together.

But since Mao Tongtong entered Beijing last year, no one asked him to make a snowman when it snowed.

"Master, if this snow is to make a snowman, it will take a while longer." Little Huzi said.

Mao Mingxuan shook his head. He didn't like making snowmen, but every time he saw his sister's smile, he would think about how to make the snowman more realistic.

Little Huzi was a little puzzled.But after seeing Mao Mingxuan's expression, he suddenly understood.Master, this is missing a girl!Hey, now that the young master is in the capital, he still can't see the girl's face, no wonder he is sad.

"Master, isn't Uncle a Beijing official? Can't you send a letter to the palace?" Little Huzi asked.

"No rush." ​​Mao Mingxuan simply said two words.

Little Huzi didn't understand, but he didn't want to ask any more.

In the palace, Mao Tongtong was standing under the corridor at the entrance of the house, wearing a thick cotton robe and a cloak, holding a heater in his hand, watching Wu Youcai directing a few young eunuchs to make a snowman for her in the yard .

Ever since the concubine Liu Shi was dismissed from her house in a disheveled state by the Eighth Master, Mao Tongtong was regarded as a favorite in the Eighth Master's backyard.

Minions are the most adaptable.Seeing Mao Tongtong being favored, there is no one who is not flattered.Even in the dining room, the fresh fruits and snacks delivered are more delicate than before.

As soon as Wu Youcai said that he wanted to build a snowman for her to see, several young eunuchs immediately volunteered to come out.

In just half a day, the snow in this courtyard has covered the ground, and even the roof is white, which shows how heavy the snow is.And it hasn't stopped until now.

Wu Youcai and the others were racking their brains in the courtyard thinking about what kind of snowman to build to please Mao Tongtong, while Qingzhu was worried that Mao Tongtong would catch the cold.

"Ge Ge, it's very cold outside, let's go inside. After a while, they're all piled up, and you can come out and see."

Mao Tongtong didn't seem to hear it, and looked at the figures of Wu Youcai and the others in the courtyard in a daze.

(End of this chapter)