Chapter 452

When Yunxi was mentioned, Duan Huaichuan's expression inevitably stiffened for a moment.

Chen Zongwen frowned: "What are you standing there for? Speak up!"

Duan Huaichuan was brought back to his senses by the shout and said, "Xi'er is fine, but the Yun family is a high-ranking and wealthy family, and they are very strict. I don't see her often."

Hearing his words, Chen Zongwen and his wife breathed a sigh of relief.

"As long as Xi'er is doing well, that's all that matters. The Yun family is a family of high-ranking officials, so let's not bother her."

Although Madam Chen said this, the worry in her eyes did not disappear.

Chen Zongwen sighed and said, "It's alright, Madam. So what if they're from the family of a high-ranking official? We'll send them a formal invitation later. As long as it's reasonable and in accordance with etiquette, they can go."

Hearing his words, Madam Chen felt relieved, but Duan Huaichuan's brows twitched slightly, and for the first time, his gaze toward Chen Zongwen carried a hint of inquiry.

He had known all along that Chen Zongwen's background was extraordinary.

In the past, people from all over the country would come to Chen Zongwen. These people were all extraordinary, but Chen Zongwen was never awkward around them. In fact, he could sense their respect for him.

Moreover, the fact that Chen Zongwen was able to teach him to achieve the highest honors in all three levels of the imperial examinations speaks volumes about Chen Zongwen's abilities.

Chen Zongwen calmed his wife down, then turned around and saw Duan Huaichuan staring straight at him. He slapped him across the face, saying, "What are you looking at! I was hoping you could take care of Xi'er, but you've been blinded by wealth since you came to Luoyang!"

Duan Huaichuan took the hit hard: "...Teacher, entering the Marquis's mansion was not my wish at first, but now, I really don't want to leave the Marquis's mansion."

Chen Zongwen's eyes widened: "Did the Marquis's mansion bewitch you? How did you become like this?!"

Duan Huaichuan pursed his lips and remained silent.

If he were to tell the truth, Chen Zongwen would definitely change his attitude and might even tell him to stay in the Marquis's mansion no matter what. But if he were to tell the truth, it would be tantamount to betraying Yunxi.

Duan Huaichuan simply said, "Please believe me, teacher. I have kept all your teachings in mind and have never forgotten them. Now it really is... there is a reason for this."

Chen Zongwen stared at him intently, remaining silent for a long time.

Finally, Chen Zongwen sighed: "Fine, you've achieved the highest honors in the imperial examinations, so I can't control you anymore. Do as you please."

"teacher......"

Chen Zongwen raised his hand to stop him from speaking: "There is only one thing: when dealing with these powerful people, you must not lose your true self. Otherwise, you will no longer be my disciple, Chen Zongwen."

Duan Huaichuan breathed a sigh of relief: "...Yes."

Having said what he needed to say, Chen Zongwen relaxed and said, "You've been in Luoyang City for quite a while now, do you know where to find good food?"

Duan Huaichuan nodded: "I'll pick up my teacher and his wife tomorrow, let's go to Guanghe Restaurant."

"Guanghe Restaurant?"

Chen Zongwen raised an eyebrow and muttered under his breath, "It's still running."

What did the teacher say?

"It's nothing, Guanghe Restaurant it is. You can pick us up tomorrow."

"yes."

Duan Huaichuan turned and left, finally letting out a sigh of relief once he was outside the inn.

He went straight back to the Marquis's residence, wrote a letter, and asked someone to deliver it to Yunxi.

That evening, as soon as Shen Rang returned, Yun Xi eagerly handed him the letter: "Zirong, look, my parents are here, and we're going to Guanghe Tower tomorrow!"

Looking at her long-lost joyful expression, Shen Rang suddenly felt a sense of disorientation.