Chapter 161

The black carriage stopped at the largest inn in Misty Rain City, which offered both accommodation and meals.

Song Xuan carried Xiao Yanqing down from the carriage, and Jin Yi followed him down.

At this moment, a light rain was falling from the gray sky, and pedestrians on the road were holding oil-paper umbrellas, making the bluestone street look like a painting.

Unlike the bustling metropolis of Beijing, this misty, rainy town is tranquil and poetic, offering a unique charm.

"As expected of Misty Rain City, it truly is shrouded in mist and rain, like a dream," Jin Yi said with a touch of emotion.

He was from the capital, and this was his first time in Yanyu City.

Little Yan Qing in Song Xuan's arms was also looking at the scene in the city with a face full of curiosity. There were not many pedestrians on the road, but they were all dressed neatly, which showed that the people were rich.

There were quite a few guests in the inn's lobby. It was already noon, lunchtime, and as soon as Song Xuan and his two companions entered the inn, they attracted everyone's attention.

Song Xuan and Xiao Yanqing were both strikingly good-looking and clearly outsiders. Everyone's gaze lingered on them for a moment before shifting away to continue their previous conversation in hushed tones.

"That Ms. Shen is truly a remarkable person. My mischievous son was sent to her private school, and in less than half a month, that rascal was even fetching my foot bath water!"

"Don't underestimate Master Shen just because she's a widow. She's truly capable. Her speech and demeanor are beyond what ordinary people can possess. I heard that the richest man in the city wanted to invite her to teach at his mansion, but she refused. Such integrity is beyond our reach."

"Tsk, Master Shen is capable, but she's still a widow. Although she's beautiful, her cold nature means she'll probably never remarry."

"What are you saying? Making such a bad impression of the school teacher? Be careful, or I'll tell Teacher Shen and have her persuade all your children to go home. You think you're more capable than Teacher Shen? Then don't let your children go to Teacher Shen's school!"

“Sister Chen is right. So what if Master Shen is a widow? She can even control the child of the richest man in the country. Why would she worry about something like getting married?”

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In any dynasty, when people are free from worries about life, they start to worry about their children. If they can pass the imperial examinations, that is the path to success. Misty Rain City is not like the capital. If a capable teacher comes out of Misty Rain City, he will naturally be talked about with great interest.

Not to mention she was a female teacher, and a widow at that.

Song Xuan listened to the conversations around him, but his expression remained unchanged, still cold and indifferent.

Little Yanqing in his arms was quite curious. Although he was only three years old, he was already being taught by a Grand Scholar, so he was naturally very curious about a folk teacher.

All the Grand Secretaries in the palace were men; this was the first time he had ever heard of a female tutor!

"Sir, are you here for a room or a meal?" A waiter with a rag slung over his shoulder approached, his body slightly bowed, appearing somewhat reserved.

Although the two men were dressed plainly, their air of nobility was undeniable. The man holding the baby, in particular, had a cold expression; his air of superiority and aura was so striking that it was almost impossible to look directly at him.

The little baby was also very noble, and his appearance was somewhat similar to the man holding him. The seriousness on the little bun's face was exactly the same as the man's, making him look like an older brother or father.

The waiter served different guests every day, including many distinguished people who came to the city for sightseeing, and he could tell them apart.

Jin Yi stepped forward, handed the silver in his pocket to the waiter, and said with a smile, "Please help us open a private room and two guest rooms as well."

After the waiter responded warmly, he led Song Xuan and his companion to a private room on the second floor.

Inside the private room.

Xiao Yanqing sat upright at the table and asked the waiter, "What are your signature dishes?"

"Young master, our best-selling dish is the Beggar's Chicken. Everyone who eats it praises it. Even Master Shen often comes to buy it. Young master, you are still young. If you eat this Beggar's Chicken, I guarantee you will be even smarter than Master Shen," the waiter introduced with a smile.