Upon arriving at the county school, Jiang Shuheng took Shao Qin back to his dormitory, put his things away, and told Shao Qin about his daily tasks and the rules of the county school. He also left him the books to read before hurrying off to class.

Thus began Jiang Shaoqin's life as a pageboy. He not only had to take care of himself and his father, but also had to start from scratch to memorize the Three Character Classic and write the Thousand Character Classic from memory. If he didn't write well, his father would punish him with a ruler, making his life extremely miserable.

The teachers at the county school gradually learned that Jiang Shuheng had brought his son, and that the boy was mischievous and didn't study properly. They thought this method was quite effective. Jiang Shuheng also had to tutor his son while he studied himself. Although it was tiring, the results were good. At least, Jiang Shaoqin's speech and behavior had changed somewhat, and his handwriting had become much neater.

This isn't something that can be achieved in a day or two; Jiang Shuheng has made a long-term plan. His current academic level is average, and he doesn't have much hope for the imperial examinations in two years. But he wants to give it a try, just to familiarize himself with the environment.

Jiang Shaoqin was in the county school, where there were no mischievous children to play with. Gradually, he was able to study seriously and calm down to write large characters.

He also learned some life skills; the two of them did laundry together and tidied the room together. He also had to go to the cafeteria to buy meals, and he was responsible for their three meals a day.

Occasionally, his father's classmates would praise him, which made him feel quite pleased; it was much better than being scolded.

Jiang Shuheng also breathed a sigh of relief. He was afraid that no matter how he tried to discipline the child, he wouldn't listen and there was no hope for him.

Fortunately, there's still time. I'll tutor him for two years, and then send him to a private school for formal education. As for whether he can pass the imperial examinations, I don't know. I'll do my best and leave the rest to fate!