He himself lived frugally so that his son could focus on his studies.
However, Sun Ren failed to pass the imperial examinations and felt that his talents were not being recognized. Disheartened, he decided to find a way to make a living and reduce the burden on his father.
But to his surprise, after he found a job as an accountant, he planned to go home and tell his father the good news, but instead found his father's cold body.
Left with no other choice, he decided to sell himself into servitude to bury his father.
In the end, Ouyang Jiangli also paid for his father's funeral and recommended him to Xiao Mu.
Unexpectedly, Sun Ren proved to be a true gem. Under Xiao Mu's tutelage, he eventually became one of Xiao Mu's most outstanding advisors. After Xiao Mu ascended the throne, Sun Ren was further promoted and enjoyed immense wealth and honor.
"Where is Young Master Sun currently employed?" Nan Wusi inquired about the information discreetly, intending to compare it with the original text.
"To be honest, I am not very talented. I only just secured the position of accountant at Tingfeng Water Pavilion today." Sun Ren's face flushed slightly, as if he was a little ashamed.
"Young Master Sun looks like a scholar?"
“Alas, I was indeed determined to pass the imperial examinations, but alas, I was not destined for it. I really don’t want my father to bear such a heavy burden of making a living alone anymore.” Sun Ren looked at his father, his heart filled with guilt.
"It's all my fault. If I had been more capable, Father wouldn't have had to work so hard. If it weren't for Manager Nan today, I'm afraid my father and I would be separated forever." Sun Ren said, bowing to Nan Wusi again.
"Young Master Sun, I believe you will shine brightly in the future, so don't underestimate yourself." Now that Nan Wusi has met Sun Ren first, she must bring him into her camp.
"Thank you very much, Manager Nan." Sun Ren's face flushed slightly. He hadn't expected that this woman, despite her unattractive appearance, would be so kind-hearted. Not only had she saved his father, but she hadn't looked down on him either, and had even encouraged him.
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