The Ye family spent half a day together in Shuzhou, celebrating Ye Ming's high school admission in a lively atmosphere.
That evening, Ye Panjiu waved his hand and the whole family went to Zuixianlou again.
Back in February, when I first visited Zuixianlou, there was a haughty young master like Qian Ziyu. This time, however, everyone here is an honored guest.
This time, it wasn't just one or two people who came to give gifts. While they were eating, the waiter brought in a dish and announced their arrival.
Ye Ming, without any roots or connections, was Bai Zhiyuan's tenth disciple. This fact was known only to his master, senior brothers, and the Ye family. He kept it a low profile and won the Asian Yuan.
He was only fifteen years old and had not yet been betrothed.
Whether you befriend one or two people or capture one to be your son-in-law, in Shuzhou, it's a sure-fire way to make money.
Finally, Ye Panjiu, annoyed and not wanting Ye Ming to keep going out to bow, immediately told the waiter, "Today is only for the Ye family's celebration, and I have no intention of seeing you all again, so there's no need to come and announce it again."
Ye Ming lowered his head, hiding his laughter; he still didn't dare to refuse people so directly.
However, it's good that his aunt helped him refuse!
He disliked these formalities and just wanted to have a nice meal with his family.
The waiter respectfully agreed and left.
He was still thinking to himself, "It seems that the Ye family is run by a woman."
Regardless of what others said afterward, the Ye family themselves enjoyed the meal very much.
Just a few steps from the Drunken Immortal Pavilion back to the Ye residence, someone caught up with him.
It felt like I was being frantically chased by a celebrity.
It's so annoying.
Originally planning to stay in Shuzhou for another day, the family immediately decided to set off for Beijing the next day.
Those returning to Qingshui Village also set off.
Ye Panjiu also went to the capital. A month and a half had passed since they left the capital. This month and a half was completely different from the time they spent in Yangzhou.
A relaxed and comfortable feeling, so relaxed that my whole body feels at ease.
One is constantly on the go, always on edge.
When he replied to Su Yan earlier, he had not confirmed whether Ye Ming would pass the provincial examination, so he did not mention going to the capital.
This is actually quite a surprise.
The journey from Shuzhou to the capital takes a full day and night, even at top speed.
Those who went to the capital this time all rode horses; no one took a carriage, and they carried very little luggage.
Most of them remained in Shuzhou; they could be prepared again once they arrived in the capital.
Those left in Shuzhou can still be used when they arrive in Shuzhou in the future.
However, the group did not travel day and night. They found an inn on the road at night, rested well for the night, and continued their journey the next day.
Ziling Villa is located in the suburbs of Beijing, so you don't need to go into the city to get there.
The jacaranda trees are in full bloom, with tiny purple flowers densely covering the moon gate, looking vibrant and lovely.
Looking at the scene before him, Ye Ming quickly racked his brains for words, wanting to compose a poem.
Sun exclaimed, "Wow—it's so beautiful!"
Ye Erniu led the horse in, and along the purple flowers, the scenery of the villa gradually unfolded.
"I can't believe I've ever lived in a place like this in my entire life?"
Just like a dream.
Ye Panjiu smiled and spurred the horse forward.
This is also my home.
Now that family members have come, the family is even more complete.
Ye Ming opened his mouth, wanting to say it out loud, but he always felt that the words were not good enough and lacked ingenuity.
As the group walked through the inner gate, they saw a familiar face waiting for them with a smile.
Ye Panjiu dismounted, somewhat surprised, "What are you doing here?"
"As soon as the lord received the memorial submitted by Lord Duan, he immediately ordered me to tidy up the manor, to fill all the bedding in each room, and to find a cook that the lady of the house liked in the capital. We are just waiting for you to arrive."
Mrs. Sun laughed and said, "My brother-in-law is truly meticulous."
Ye Ming dismounted and bowed to Yan Yu, saying, "Thank you, Brother Yan."
Yan Yu smiled and said, "We're all family. I haven't even congratulated you on passing the imperial examination yet. You'll be a scholar now!"
The successful candidate in the imperial examinations could have all the land taxes waived for the Ye family, since the Ye family didn't own much land and there would be extra tax.
The Ye family would never do something like charging money to sell a degree holder's tax exemption. Although this was a hidden benefit for a degree holder, if it were to be said out loud, it would be considered collusion between officials and businessmen.
However, if Ye Ming hadn't thought of these things, Madam Ye would have handled them properly.
Ye Ming quickly waved his hand, "He's just an ignorant child, he's nothing to be called a master."
When the court session ended, Su Yan rushed towards the Meridian Gate with great anxiety.
He wanted to hurry to Ziling Manor by carriage, but Panjiu had already arrived!
Sheng Ping's eyes ached from exhaustion in the Imperial Study, so he went out to the corner tower and saw Su Yan, dressed in purple, moving swiftly in the distance.
Ning Xuan also climbed up and followed her gaze.
"I bet it's Ye Panjiu who's coming."
Sheng Ping smiled; the crown on her head was gone, but her smile had gradually become a habit.
“I don’t gamble, but I also think it’s because Sister Panjiu is coming.”
Her eyes seemed to see very far, looking out of the vast palace, to the princess's residence that she had already bestowed upon others, and to the boundless empire under her control.
It is an achievement, but also a heavy responsibility.
High position, cold body, infinite loneliness.
"I'm going out for a walk," Ning Xuan said.
Sheng Ping turned to look at him, her eyes filled with reluctance.
Ning Xuan sighed, "When you first ascended the throne, things were chaotic and many things were happening. The reason I didn't leave then was because I wanted to help you. You've done a great job these days. I want to take advantage of my remaining mobility to go out and see what it's like to work hard for this country for the rest of my life."
Sheng Ping raised his eyes, tears welling up but not falling, and replied with great difficulty, "Okay."
When the Emperor coughed up blood earlier, the imperial physician said that his days were numbered.
Now that she has to go out and see what the chances are of her seeing her father again?
What are the chances that when we meet again, it will be to attend the funeral of the Emperor?
But the envy in her father's eyes as he looked at Su Yan leaving the palace was genuine.
Ning Xuan looked at Sheng Ping with pity. Less than two months after ascending the throne, she had already lost some weight and looked more and more like her mother when she was young.
He patted her shoulder and said, "Eat more regularly; your health is more important."
Sheng Ping nodded slightly, if his father had left the palace.
In the vast palace, there was no one she could completely trust.
“There’s no need to doubt Su Yan. The Lin family’s choices made in the face of life and death are never wrong. Father’s thirty-year friendship with them is also undeniable,” Ning Xuan told her.
Sheng Ping disagreed, believing that people change.
Even when his life was hanging by a thread, he remained steadfast in his choice to choose his father and never betray him.
But she wasn't the emperor, and she didn't have such a deep relationship with them.
How to dare to gamble? The key is to weigh the pros and cons.
On the surface, she replied, "Yes."
Ning Xuan glanced at her, then turned and slowly walked away.
Children and grandchildren have their own blessings; you'll never understand the profound meaning of things unless you experience setbacks yourself.
No matter what others say, it's all in vain.
When they reached the stairs, Li Gaocai bent over and went to help him.
"Alright, stop bending over like that. Let's get ready and sneak out of the palace for some fun." Ning Xuan patted his back with a smile.
Li Gao smiled and said, "Your Majesty, you may not know this, but this old servant's back has been unable to straighten for a long time. Fortunately, it doesn't hurt and it's not a problem."
Ning Xuan looked at him, "Do you resent it?"
"Having met Your Majesty, there is nothing to complain about."
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