At the end of April, Mu Yu returned to the Yongping Estate. Master Shen specially went to the city gate to pick up someone to help him wash up. They agreed to go to the Shen Mansion in three days' time to see the children of the Shen Mansion that they wanted him to teach.
When Xiu Ying learned of this news, she had been lying in Mu Xi Yuan's study writing. When she thought of meeting with the teacher, she felt her scalp tighten. She wondered just how could they bump into each other like this.
The little girl's round face was filled with resistance. Shen Jun smiled as he glanced at her. It must have been because she noticed his gaze, the little girl hurriedly lowered her head and started writing again, causing him to raise his eyebrows.
Since the last time she cried in front of him, she seemed more obedient, but less talkative.
"Let's take a break." Shen Jun smiled lightly, got up and left the study.
Xiu Ying stuck her head out and saw him bring over the rice cake and candy. Only then did she confirm that what he had said just now was all for her.
Yue'er followed him inside to clean his hands. Shen Jun Xiao started making fresh tea again. It was made from fresh pear blossoms, and Xiu Ying even helped him out.
"How fragrant." He took a bite of the rice cake and took another sip of the tea. The sweet taste of the flowers and pastries spread throughout his mouth.
She gave a sigh of satisfaction.
Shen Jun smiled softly and said, "When you go to school, tell Sai'er to prepare a box for you. If you have time to rest, you can also make things better for your classmates."
Was he teaching her to get along with her friends?
Xiu Ying's almond-shaped eyes curved up. "Thank you, Third Uncle."
"The person you want may be here in a few days." The young man poured her some tea and lifted his head to see her bright eyes. He was about to explain in detail when an idea to tease her suddenly occurred to him. and he said, "Well... A fourteen or fifteen year old little girl, you'll know when you see her. "
Xiu Ying, who Yin Yin was waiting for, choked. Her eyes were wide open. Shen Jun smiled at the frog-like little girl, pursing his lips to suppress his smile.
Xiu Ying wanted to ask about this, but the mandarin plum had come over to ask for her leave of absence. Madam Feng had prepared to meet the teacher in advance for Xiu Ying.
The little girl then turned around and left step by step. When she left, her eyes were filled with resentment, as if she was complaining about the bad behavior of Shen Jun. The youth couldn't hold back any longer, leaning on the door as he held back his fist and laughed in a low voice.
Four Treasures was standing at the foot of the stairs, grinning silently and giggling as well. He liked it the most when a girl came to Muxi City. At this time, Lord Third would be more lively and not so cold. He would smile and reveal an expression of joy.
On the day of Mu Yu's arrival, Xiu Ying appeared even more childish as she wore a simple plain jacket and a bundle of hair.
She somewhat disdainfully tugged at her hair ribbon, but was patted down by Madam Feng, "Don't mess with me. When you see a teacher, you should behave yourself. In the future, you should always wear this way when you go to school. It's also convenient for you to walk. "
Xiu Ying grimaced. She could only hold it in.
Master Shen was entertaining Mu Yu in the front hall. On the way to the front hall, Xiu Ying met Shen Lian, who was being led by an old woman, as well as a few of the juniors from the second house.
The Shen sisters were dressed similar to her, with almost no accessories. The five-year-old Shen Qingrui was dressed as a scholar. Xiu Ying saw that the radishes were almost the same as hers, so she didn't mind.
Shen Lian, who was being led by her wife, had a bad look on her face. She looked at her sister who was dressed simply, and then she thought about the pearl flowers on her head and how she was dressed in silk. No matter how you looked at it, it was clear to see that they were completely out of place.
She was a little stuffy and glared at Xiu Ying fiercely.
Sensing that she was looking at something strange, Xiu Ying glared fiercely back at her. She thought that if she continued to cause trouble, she would definitely beat her up.
He beat her to death just because her mouth didn't live!
Shen Lian was frightened by the viciousness in her eyes and immediately hid behind her.
Only then did Xiu Ying snort in satisfaction, and continued to listen to her cousin's gossip.
Mu Yu was in his forties, with a goatee, and a pair of sharp eyes. Xiu Ying followed the crowd and called out to Mister. As she went down to bow, she secretly glanced at Mu Yu's stiff face. She felt a little sad. This man was definitely not easy to deal with.
"The young masters in this mansion are really too young, and the ladies are only eight or nine years old. I wonder how the situation is with the other families?" After Little Radish was taken away, Mu Yu stroked his beard and asked Master Shen.
Master Shen said with a smile, "The Bie family's young master looks to be around ninety years old. The only person who is more special is the son of Marquis Yongping, Young Master Du. He is now eleven years old. "
Mu Yu was thinking when he heard this. Master Shen knew what he was thinking and said, "Young Master Du has trained in martial arts since he was young, and his ability to read is probably lower than even my family's oldest daughter. You should just teach her the same thing. "There's no need to be so distant. Prepare for other lessons."
"Since that's the case, let's start the lesson according to the agreed date."
"Thank you for your troubles, Lord Mu."
"Sir Shen, you have truly killed me." When Mu Yu saw him clasping his hands together, he hurriedly returned the greeting. "I have already sent my regards to Senior. I can't afford to say such words. I still need Senior Shen to take care of me in the future."
Mu Yu's words weren't humble. He was the only official in his family for several generations, and he had previously offended a powerful family. His son was unable to study well, and after he became an Elementary Scholar, his reputation fell again and again. The situation in his family was quite ordinary. It wasn't that he couldn't stay in the court, but he also wouldn't return home.
I'm not going to be a teacher for little boys.
It could only be said that it was the will of the heavens that was messing with him.
Master Shen then spoke a few more words that made his heart burn, and the two of them began to talk about court matters. Although Mu Yu had resigned from office, the news was still clearer than Old Master Shen at Yongping Mansion.
On the day of the start of class, all the young masters from influential families who were on good terms with the Shen family had arrived. Chen Er and Chen Jiayi had also been invited to come. They made a face at Xiu Ying's ceremony before blushing.
Xiu Ying wanted to laugh out loud. This proud and adorable little girl was too funny. She affectionately pulled the school hall in her hands. On the way, they met the second house brother and sister in a group.
When he arrived at the academy, he saw that more than ten people had arrived, and they were all nine-year-old young masters. Chen Er was a little timid. Xiu Ying took the lead and walked inside. She asked Mu Yu where the young girl's house was and then led the rest to sit down.
The girls had just put down their books for their young mistress when there was a commotion in the hall and the young masters all stood up to welcome them.
Xiu Ying thought that Mu Yu had arrived. She also wanted to follow him, but when she raised her eyes, she saw Du Yicheng standing in front of her. The young man was dressed in an extravagant robe, his eyebrows were like swords, and his eyes were like stars. He stood between the young gongzi like a pine tree, exuding an imposing manner.
After not seeing this little tyrant for a few days, Xiu Ying had almost forgotten that he would come to the academy as well. She averted her eyes and continued to tidy up the desk. There was the sound of footsteps approaching, and then she stopped in front of Chen Er's desk.
Du Yicheng looked at his own table and knocked, "Young master wants to sit here."