CH 45

C45 – All Evil Rich People!

“Come, drink the medicine first. I also asked the kitchen to prepare a honey dessert. Finish the medicine and have a taste,” Tang Yue offered, passing the bowl of medicine to Wang Zizhao.

Disregarding his coaxing tone as if talking to a child, Wang Zizhao took the bowl and downed the medicine in one gulp. As for the plate of desserts, he didn’t even spare it a glance.

After Wang Zizhao finished the medicine, Tang Yue thoroughly checked his body and encouraged him to go to sleep.

This person woke up from surgery and immediately resumed work. He had been practicing writing for quite some time, seemingly considering himself invincible.

However, despite his relatively short practice, Wang Zizhao’s calligraphy was already exceptionally well-executed. At the very least, there were no signs of it being subpar.

Tang Yue remembered that he had yet to learn how to read. He spoke earnestly to Wang Zizhao, “You can allow me to stay here. I won’t accept any consultation fee. Can you teach me how to read?”

The Marquis of Yueyang had mentioned the difficulty of finding a competent tutor, so he had decided to search for one himself. Didn’t he say that Wang Zizhao was highly skilled in both martial arts and academics? As the future ruler, he must have received education from a proficient tutor since childhood.

Wang Zizhao pondered for a moment and tactfully suggested, “There are many knowledgeable individuals within the residence. If you’re only interested in learning how to write, how about I help you find someone suitable?”

The underlying message was: “Isn’t it a waste to have me teach you how to read?”

Tang Yue felt a surge of disdain. His previous top student had been disregarded in an instant.

“What if I specifically request you to be my tutor?” Tang Yue inquired.

It was crucial for Wang Zizhao to witness his rapid learning pace and acknowledge his position as a top student. Otherwise, it would be extremely embarrassing.

“I am incredibly busy!” How could he find the time to teach someone how to write?

“I won’t require much of your time. How about two hours per day?”

“Two hours per day, for a month, and you believe you can learn all the characters?” Wang Zizhao asked with seriousness.

“Of course!” In truth, Tang Yue believed he could accomplish it in just ten days or half a month, but he chose to keep that to himself.

“And if you fail to complete it…?” Wang Zizhao tapped the back of his hand and eyed him with a cunning expression.

Tang Yue promptly assured, “If I fail, I won’t go around claiming you taught me!” Wasn’t it simply because he was afraid of losing face? He understood!

Wang Zizhao glanced at him from the corner of his eye, as if observing a lower-level creature. “This prince’s tutoring fee is higher than your consultation fee.”

Tang Yue chuckled. “Is your leg more valuable, or is my reading more valuable?” There was no way he could ask for an exorbitant price.

“Are your medical skills more valuable, or is the knowledge possessed by this prince more valuable?”

“Medicine has the ability to cure diseases and save lives.”

“My knowledge has the power to uplift the people of the world.”

“Then I can save you!”

“This prince has the authority to take your life at any time!”

“…” Tang Yue stared at him and said, “Alright, you win. How much do you want?”

“That shop…”

“Absolutely not! Don’t attempt to seize my shop!” In Ye City, owning a shop held great significance. It wasn’t solely about money, but also the convenience it offered in conducting business, especially if the shop belonged to Prince Zhao’s Mansion.

Wang Zizhao pondered, How did the shop become yours before it was even given out?

“Then I’ll consider it a debt owed to you for now. We can discuss the details later when I have a decision.”

“No, I dislike owing people. I don’t want to owe them anything,” Tang Yue had seen numerous TV dramas in the past, and the relationships between the male and female leads often started with this sentence.

He glanced at Wang Zizhao. Although this young man was attractive and showed interest in him, Tang Yue had never considered becoming an emperor’s wife.

Every day, he had to say “long live” three times to his wife. It was exhausting!

Additionally, the thought of the chaos in the palace terrified him. His intellect would never thrive in such an environment.

Wang Zizhao had a rough understanding of Tang Yue’s temperament. He compromised and said, “Then let me entrust this month’s meals to you. I want you to personally cook them. Consider it a gift from this prince.”

Tang Yue thought this would not be a loss. After all, the ingredients would be provided by the prince’s mansion, so it wouldn’t cost him a penny.

“Deal. Starting tomorrow, you must rest,” Tang Yue put away the plate in front of him and moved the small table onto the bed.

The table was crafted quickly and skillfully. Delicate flower carvings adorned the corners and edges, giving it an elegant appearance.

If he wasn’t mistaken, it appeared to be made of mahogany. Tsk, what an extravagantly wealthy man!

Tang Yue had just finished packing when the butler entered and informed him that Yueyang Marquis was waiting outside the door, insisting on seeing Tang Yue and showing no signs of leaving.

“In the future, there’s no need to inform Yueyang Marquis when he comes to visit. Bring him directly inside,” Wang Zizhao reclined on the bed and looked at Tang Yue. “If I’m not feeling well, I won’t receive guests. Tang Xiaolang can do as he pleases.”

Tang Yue nodded, then turned around and departed with the butler. He surmised that Yueyang Marquis must have received the news from Prince Zhao’s Mansion.

When they reached the outer hall, Tang Yue noticed Yueyang Marquis seated calmly on the mat, sipping tea. He displayed neither anxiety nor impatience, in contrast to the butler’s exaggerated description.

“Father is here?”

Yueyang Marquis stood up and, realizing there was no one else with Tang Yue, adopted a more relaxed expression. He examined Tang Yue from head to toe and asked, “Yue’er, did Wang Zizhao give you a hard time?”

“Of course not. I came to treat him, and he didn’t even have time to thank me. Why would he give me a hard time?” Tang Yue responded modestly.

The frustrations of being compelled to stay were all kept deep inside his heart.

“That’s good. So, will Wang Zizhao’s injuries be cured?” Yueyang Marquis couldn’t fathom how his son possessed such exceptional medical skills.

“It’s hard to say at the moment. Father will have to wait for the news,” Tang Yue replied, unaware of how Wang Zizhao had arranged things. It seemed that the old doctors had been forewarned before they departed.

Tang Yue surmised that Wang Zizhao wouldn’t easily let the news out. If the treatment failed, the consequences wouldn’t be as simple as losing face.

Yueyang Marquis wasn’t foolish. He was cautious about spreading news about Wang Zizhao without due consideration. He simply inquired, “Wang Zizhao sent three chefs to the manor, expressing his intention to keep you for a month. Worried, I came to check on you.”

Tang Yue felt moved. In this unfamiliar world, there were still people who cared for him. He wasn’t in such a pitiful state, was he?

“Wang Zizhao rewarded those chefs. There were also 500 gold coins and a reward from his shop. Father will keep it safe for me.”

“How can I accept a reward?” Yueyang Marquis furrowed his brows, prepared to lecture him.

Tang Yue hurriedly interjected, “This is a transaction. It’s best to have a clear calculation.”

Yueyang Marquis glanced at his son. “You are so naive.” What kind of transaction were they discussing at a time like this? Even if they wanted to make a deal, they shouldn’t involve real gold or silver. What a foolish son!

Tang Yue couldn’t bear his gaze. He coughed and changed the subject. “By the way, there’s a small wooden box on the table in my room. It’s a gift for Ya. I forgot to give it to her earlier. Father, please take it back and give it to her on my behalf.”

Yueyang Marquis sighed, “In the Imperial Residence, you must proceed with caution. Don’t act recklessly or offend important figures. Speak less and act more. I will come to bring you home in a month.”

Tang Yue placed his arm around Yueyang Marquis’s shoulder. “Don’t worry. This place isn’t filled with danger, and Wang Zizhao is quite approachable.”

Yueyang Marquis was speechless. Indeed, his son was naive! Since when had Wang Zizhao ever been approachable?

Despite being just a teenager, he had already slain ten ministers with his sword. In this case, it was better to act first and report later.

His son’s foolishness truly caused others to worry!

The Marquis of Yueyang not only paid a visit himself, but he also brought a large cart filled with various items. They were all for Tang Yue’s personal use. Tang Yue’s face lit up with excitement when he saw that his father had even brought the chamber pot.

The Marquis of Yueyang chuckled. “When you’re away, don’t trouble others. Since you’re accustomed to these things, I brought them for you.”

Tang Yue also chuckled and responded sincerely, “Thank you, Father!”

Only God knew why he had grown accustomed to using a chamber pot. He had also grown accustomed to modern toilets.