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Chapter 153 Studying for the Imperial Examination
It was mid-to-late September, and the mountain village had left behind the summer heat and welcomed the coolness of early autumn.
The mountains overlap, and the indigo peaks appear even more magnificent under the sun.
The mountain stream flows with clear spring water, making a clear and pleasant gurgling sound.
Chen Qingxin and Chen Qingwen, brother and sister, were walking in a place that looked like a peaceful and beautiful landscape painting, and their mood became cheerful.
"Sister, are you going to the county town today to treat Dean Kong's wife and children?" Chen Qingwen asked curiously as he walked forward.
Chen Qingxin raised the corner of his lips: "I'm not sure yet.
There are many things to do even if you don't see a doctor.
Now that you have bought the manor and the restaurant, you have to develop them according to your own wishes, right?"
"Oh, by the way, elder sister, I will be 8 years old next year!
I can study in the best academy in the county. I am so happy just thinking about it!"
Chen Qingwen's face was full of anticipation and yearning.
Chen Qingxin quickened his pace and walked out of the afterimage, not forgetting to turn around and give his second brother a gentle smile:
"If Qingwen wants to go to the academy to study earlier, it's not impossible.
My elder sister and mother are at home.
Now that my mother has regained her memory and her martial arts skills are recovering, there is an extra layer of security for our family.
So, you can free up your hands and concentrate on studying. ”
Chen Qingwen asked excitedly: "Then elder sister, should I live in the academy or in the manor?
Maybe you can walk to Qingwen. It’s 30 miles away, and with my current walking speed, I can get there in minutes at most.”
Chen Qingxin smiled and shook his head: "Regarding the issue of accommodation, my elder sister will make her own arrangements.
We can allocate a residence for you in the Nanyang Road Restaurant next to the academy.
There is a kitchen, a bathroom, a large bedroom, a study, a living room and a dining room, plus a smaller bedroom for your tutor. What do you think? "
"It's too extravagant! Sister, there are customers coming and going in the restaurant all day long, and Wen'er is afraid that he won't be able to concentrate on his studies.
It’s better to live in the manor where it’s quieter. It’s only 3 miles away and you can get there in the blink of an eye.
When Wen'er passes the imperial examination, he can also have 200 acres of land tax-free, hehe!"
Chen Qingxin almost spat out a mouthful of blood: "Haha, this isn't your only ambition in studying, is it?"
"of course not!
Qingwen wants to be the first top scholar in Dashun who is a master of both civil and military skills, and not bring shame to his parents and elder sister."
Chen Qingwen clenched his fists, his eyes were determined, and his voice was sonorous and powerful.
"Okay, I respect your decision.
Today I will take you to Binhuyuan Manor to familiarize you with the environment.
By the way, I can help you find a suitable house. After you clean it up, you can move in soon."
"Well, thank you, elder sister." Chen Qingwen was very happy.
He didn't expect that his dream study career was about to begin.
The brother and sister chatted and laughed, and without using any of their martial arts skills, they arrived at the gate of the county town in half an hour.
After paying the entrance fee, I headed straight to the Lakeside Park.
Chen Qingxin had already familiarized himself with everyone in the manor in the space last night.
There are 30 management personnel in Binhu Park, with each person managing 50 acres of land.
It's fine at normal times, but when it comes to actual planting and harvesting, we ask nearby villagers to help and pay them according to the acreage of land.
In addition to food and accommodation in the manor, the managers of the manor also receive a monthly salary.
This is the information Chen Qingxin obtained from the account book provided by the county government.
The brother and sister soon arrived at the gate of the manor and were about to go in when they were stopped by the young man guarding the gate.
"What are you doing? This is a private manor. No outsiders are allowed to approach." The young man frowned and shouted seriously.
"Brother, we are here to discuss something with Mr. Guo.
I hope you can be flexible and let us in, or just inform us."
Chen Qingxin smiled and bowed, his attitude humble and friendly.
"Can anyone who wants to see Guozhuangtou be seen by everyone?
Go! Go! Go!
This is not the place for you, go away!"
After saying that, the young man wanted to reach out and push Chen Qingwen and his sister.
Seeing this, Chen Qingwen quickly stepped forward to block it:
"My dear brother, I have some friendship with the head of Guozhuang, please let me know.
If it delays important matters, are you sure you can afford it?"
The young man took a look at Chen Qingxin and saw that the girl had an oval face, her skin was as white as cream, and her cheeks were as pink and tender as a ripe peach.
Her eyebrows are curved like willow leaves, dark without any makeup; her eyes are twinkling like stars, bright and lively.
The nose bridge is straight and the nose tip is round, which looks very cute.
Her lips are as beautiful as cherry blossoms, rosy and shiny.
He glanced at Chen Qingwen again and saw that the boy was about six or seven years old.
He was thin, handsome, with delicate features, and was wearing a blue robe.
His temperament is extraordinary, but from the clothes he wears, you can tell at a glance that he is just a child from an ordinary family.
The man raised his chin and said arrogantly:
"Since you want to discuss something with Mr. Guo, then wait outside.
I am only responsible for guarding the door, not reporting!"
"you!"
Chen Qingwen was anxious: "How could you do this?
Don't tell him, we will go in by ourselves and see if you can stop us!"
The man snorted coldly: "Don't you see where this is?
Do you dare to break in without permission?
Believe it or not, I will sue you at the government office!"
Chen Qingwen said angrily: "This is my own property. I am entering my own house, but I am blocked by a servant for no reason. What kind of thing is this?"
The young man sneered and said, “Haha, you are really like a toad yawning, you are so arrogant.
Return your own property? Ugh!
A young boy who is still wet behind the ears dares to act wildly in front of me and even lie?
I tell you, even if I catch you and sell you off, it would only cost me a few copper coins, do you believe it?"
Chen Qingwen was furious: "How dare you! I am Chen Qingwen!
If you dare to arrest me, I will ask the officials to arrest you for bullying the weak!"
The young man was stunned: "Chen Qingwen? What the hell is that? I've never heard of him!
No matter who you are, don't even think about setting foot in Lakeside Manor!
If you don't want to be beaten, get out of here right now!"
After saying that, he reached out to push Chen Qingwen.
Chen Qingwen dodged it easily.
The young man was so angry that he rushed over.
Chen Qingwen laughed contemptuously: "You don't know your own limitations!"
A palm slapped the young man's chest.
The young man didn't expect Chen Qingwen to be so powerful. He was caught off guard and was hit hard on the chest. He flew more than ten feet away and fell to the ground.
He got up, holding his chest, his eyes wide open: "How...how could this happen?"
After Chen Qingwen defeated the young man with one move, he did not pursue him.
He was too lazy to deal with this kind of people.
He just glanced at the young man indifferently:
“I’ll give you one more chance, get out of the way immediately.
Otherwise, don't blame me for being rude to you!"
After saying that, he turned around and walked into the manor.
The young man gritted his teeth, his heart burning with anger.
However, he did not dare to confront this evil star head-on, so he had to make way for Chen Qingwen to pass.