Chapter 95 The White-Robed Minister

The light shone on the beams hung with red lanterns, faintly revealing graceful and flowing characters.

In an instant, Mr. Yue Ming was surrounded by guests.

Some had seen the calligraphy in running script at Xiao Hou's birthday banquet, while others had only heard of it but had never seen it in person.

Even the students who had some reservations about Chen Yi craned their necks, but clearly they weren't of high enough status to get a spot at the front.

"This calligraphy is elegant and unrestrained, unlike Wei Qing's style which is bound by rules and regulations, and it does have its merits."

"Is it acceptable? Elder Bian, although you are a senior, I still have to say a few words to you. Even Wei Qing's style cannot capture the essence of youthful beauty, so I dare not comment on the new style of calligraphy in this way."

"I am ashamed."

"This character is worthy of establishing a school of thought; no wonder Yue Ming invited this young friend to the academy."

The voices converged, and some people also noticed the poem.

"advise?"

"That's quite a boast."

"He's just a son-in-law who married into the family. Even though he has an official title, what right does he have to advise the third-ranked scholar?"

A few faint, mocking voices unconsciously echoed in the side room.

The students dared not agree further, but many people of high status felt that it made sense.

Chen Yi simply listened and watched, without arguing or defending himself as before.

The criticisms from the students earlier had made him somewhat unhappy because they involved Xiaodie.

Focusing on him alone at this moment won't have much impact on him.

Not to mention that his original intention was not to "persuade" Li Huaigu, but simply to complete the previous poem as a memento.

Even if he really was "boastful and advised the third-ranked scholar," so what?

Chen Yi remained silent, engrossed in the brushstrokes of the running script. Mr. Yue Ming, however, snapped out of his reverie and waved his hand, saying:

"I have seen a fragment of this poem before. It was written to Fang Gui, advising him to see his true feelings and decide whether or not he should marry Yunxiang."

"Qingzhou probably wanted to complete the poem and give it to Fanggui today, which shows his dedication. You guys shouldn't make a mountain out of a molehill, right?"

Although it was phrased as a question, everyone present could hear the protective intent in his words.

Immediately, someone patted them on the shoulder a few times, laughing and saying that they had spoken too much and made a mistake, or bowed to Chen Yi to apologize.

Chen Yi laughed it off.

Everyone is different, and there are all sorts of birds in a big forest, so he didn't take these people to heart.

However, all his predictions from last night came true.

In short, it all boils down to two words: troublesome.

Even Xiaodie, who was standing to the side, found those people annoying, and her pouting lips were so thick they could practically hang an oil bottle on them.

Only after Li Huaigu and Yunxiang finished their ceremony, changed into new clothes, and came out to express their gratitude, was the calligraphy scroll put away.

Mr. Yue Ming then reluctantly advised, "Qingzhou, you should carefully consider my previous suggestion."

"Although Guiyun Academy is not well-known in the Great Wei Dynasty, it is still more suitable for you and for pursuing scholarship than Xiao Family Pharmacy."

Chen Yi simply nodded without responding.

The laughter and merriment continued until nightfall, when the many guests in Luoyi Lane finally dispersed.

[Witness the marriage of Li Huaigu, the third-ranked scholar, and Yunxiang; their wedding night is filled with joy, and they will live happily ever after. Reward: A thousand-move chess manual, +30 Fortune.]

[Comment: A person's arrival brings their voice and creates a spectacle. To laugh at others' success in examinations and wedding nights reveals a lack of ambition.]

Chen Yi glanced at it, and his fist hardened.

Damn, to find such niche reviews on such a festive day, it really takes a lot of effort...

He stared at the screen for a while before grunting twice and turning it off, wanting to avoid seeing it and getting annoyed.

After looking around, Chen Yi decided to take Xiao Die back to his residence.

Finally, there was only the traditional wedding night prank, which he decided to leave to Li Huaigu's cousins ​​and groomsmen; he wouldn't join in the fun.

Just as the two walked out of Luoyi Lane to get into their carriage, they heard a shout from behind:

"Yi-di, don't rush off."

Chen Yi turned around and saw that it was Chen Yunfan, so he let Xiaodie get into the carriage first.

"Brother, aren't you going to make a ruckus in the bridal chamber?"

Chen Yunfan smiled and shook his head, gesturing for Chunying to wait there while inviting Chen Yi to walk around and chat for a bit.

Chen Yi had no objection, so he followed him to a secluded place.

"This wedding must have been exhausting."

"Brother, you're not married yet?"

Chen Yunfan glanced at him sideways, "Don't you know whether your brother is married or not?"

Chen Yi thought for a moment, then shook his head and said, "It didn't work out, I'm engaged."

As far as I can remember, Chen Yunfan was engaged to someone when he was a child, and that person was from the same clan as Cui Yu, the first wife of the Chen family.

Whether it happened beyond the fifth degree of kinship is unknown, but there must have been some kind of incident.

Chen Yunfan clicked his tongue twice, but the smile on his face faded a little. "That marriage contract is nothing but a piece of paper. You just wait and see, I'll tear it up sooner or later."

"You're not satisfied?"

"Satisfied, I'm so satisfied, I..."

Chen Yunfan paused for a moment, then said instead, "I came here specifically not to talk about those trivial matters, but to tell you a few things."

Chen Yi's heart stirred slightly, but he remained silent, waiting for him to continue.

"Although I don't know how much you know about the Xiao family or what your plans are, as your blood-related elder brother, I feel it's necessary to remind you not to get involved in the Xiao family's affairs."

"oh?"

That's all I have to say. Whether you listen or not is entirely up to you.

Chen Yunfan didn't explain much. After speaking, he patted him on the shoulder, turned around, and walked back the way he came.

Chen Yi watched him walk away and calmly thanked him.

He knew Chen Yunfan could hear him.

However, he was unsure of Chen Yunfan's position or stance when he said this.

He pondered for a moment.

A gentle smile returned to Chen Yi's face as he strode toward Liu Si'er's carriage.

He's already tied to the Xiao family, so there's no question of him getting involved or not.

Glug glug.

The carriage traveled along the bluestone slabs, gradually disappearing into the distance.

Chen Yunfan stood in the shadows and watched quietly for a moment.

Suddenly, he stretched his limbs, let out a long breath, and muttered a few curses under his breath.

I don’t know who he was cursing, but his words were so vulgar that even ordinary people would find them offensive.

Chunying's eyes widened when she heard this.

I just can't understand where someone who is well-read in literature would learn such vulgar language.

A moment of silence.

Chunying whispered a reminder: "Young Master, if the White Tiger Guard finds out that you're reminding Young Master Yi like this, he might not be happy."

Chen Yunfan snorted, "What does it matter to me whether he likes it or not? He's just a silver-flag officer trying to warn me with a tiger skin. He's really clueless."

That being said, given his temperament, this was already considered a polite remark.

Chunying was also aware of this. "Of the four generals of the Privy Council, the Azure Dragon General is in charge of the capital city, the Black Tortoise General is in charge of the Great Wei navy, and the Vermilion Bird General, together with the Minister of War and the Commander-in-Chief, jointly holds the military seal."

“There are traces to follow regarding the three of them, but the White Tiger General…”

"The White Tiger General is the most mysterious and unpredictable. It is said that he is replaced every ten years. His whereabouts are elusive and his methods are cruel. Only the current emperor knows his identity."

"In addition, he has the White Tiger Guards in his hands, who are in charge of infiltration, so even the master, madam and second master are very wary of them."

Chunying kindly advised, "Young master, please don't act impulsively."

Chen Yunfan curled his lip and muttered, "Of course I know these things, why are you being nosy?"

Chunying hesitated for a moment before saying, "This servant has something else to say. Young Master should stay away from Young Master Yi, lest..."

Chen Yunfan stopped, looking at her coldly: "I don't like that phrase. If it happens again, you're dead!"

Chunying quickly lowered her head and bowed, not daring to say another word.

Chen Yunfan stared at her for a long time before turning around and walking towards the Li family. "Remember your identity, and don't tarnish the reputation of the 'White-Robed Prime Minister'."

Upon hearing this, Chunying bit her lip lightly, her eyes glistening with tears.

After a long while, she finally sighed and chased after him.

It seems that Young Master Yi has a great influence on the young master, and things in Shu Prefecture are likely to encounter some twists and turns.

(End of this chapter)