After several rounds of drinks, Mr. Li did not leave, as if he was waiting for something.
Until Dao Hong strode in.
Mr. Li finally spoke slowly, his tone filled with anticipation and urgency, "Have you found the person?"
Dao Hong bowed his head and lowered his hands respectfully, replying, "Young Master is currently at the Red Pavilion, but he is unwilling to return with me."
"Dream of the Red Chamber?"
Mr. Li's face darkened instantly upon hearing those two words.
He has students all over the world, but he himself has bitter fruit.
He was devoted to his studies and only had a son when he was over thirty. Spoiled by his elders, the son was idle and aimless, wandering around aimlessly. He only scolded him a few times, but the teenager ran away from home and disappeared for five years without a trace.
The old mother cried until she went blind, and the lady also became bedridden as a result.
Along with the fine wine, Jiang Jiaojiao also sent news of his son. His wife, who was on her deathbed, suddenly sat up and demanded that he bring his son back, or else he should not return.
After much deliberation, Mr. Li accepted Jiang Jiaojiao's invitation to lecture at the Jin family's home, and at the same time wrote a letter to inform his last disciple.
The Red Chamber.
Judging from the name, it was no respectable place. He angrily exclaimed, "How could I have given birth to such a dissolute son?"
"I'll go and tie that unfilial son up and bring him back tomorrow!"
They searched all over the country, only to find that the person was right under their nose in the capital.
If Jiang Jiaojiao hadn't happened to run into him, he might never have seen this rebellious son again in his lifetime!
"I really have to thank that girl this time."
Jiang Jiaojiao offered him ten rare and precious wines as a dowry, inviting him to give lectures at the Jin family.
Not only that, the little girl also plans to hold a large lecture series every three days in the courtyard of the Jin family mansion, which can accommodate nearly a thousand people at the same time. Anyone, regardless of their status or position, can come and listen.
In fact, if someone is truly talented, they can reap great rewards even in just half a month, let alone six months.
Just like his prized student, although he only spent three short months learning from him, he already felt that his lifelong knowledge had finally found a successor.
Unfortunately, precocity can be detrimental.
After a careful examination, Mr. Li said, "Your complexion looks much better than before."
Li Yan nodded; the heart-saving pills were indeed the right treatment.
The toxins I was born with have kept me alive until now, all thanks to medication.
I never expected to run into her.
He always remembered that day, her clear eyes, and those words he longed to hear but never did: "I will take responsibility for you."
A pebble was thrown into his stagnant life, creating ripples that spread outwards.
Every encounter after that surprised him... and without realizing it, he began to become greedy, wanting to get closer to her and live a little longer.
It was late at night when Mr. Li returned to the Jin residence. The young men of the Jin family waited obediently, and the entire household treated him with courtesy. Jiang Lingtian, in particular, served Mr. Li with the respect due to a disciple until he was ready to rest before returning to the Marquis's residence.
The next day, he got up early again and waited outside Mr. Li's door with the Jin family's sons.
Being near the water tower gives you an advantage, which is the envy of many.
In the classroom.
Jiang Jiaojiao struggled to lift her round face, but her eyelids were drooping. Her hand slipped, and her forehead hit the desk, causing her face to scrunch up in pain.
It's all because the braised pork knuckle was so delicious last night!
I had indigestion and spent most of the night running around and jumping before finally falling asleep.
"You tell me, what does this sentence mean?"
Mr. Li pointed to Jiang Jiaojiao... and Jiang Lingtian beside her.
Jiang Jiaojiao felt a tightness in her back and started sweating profusely.
Jiang Lingtian stood up, “These words…”
"That's right, but there are several other interpretations to this statement..."
Mr. Li glanced at Jiang Jiaojiao's straight back with a leisurely air, a hint of mockery flashing in his eyes. She could even fall asleep in class, her drool almost soaking the book.
The sound of their heads hitting each other was loud.
Under Mr. Li's watchful eye, by the end of the school day, Jiang Jiaojiao only felt soreness in her back and waist, and needed to eat several good meals to make up for it.
They hadn't even left the Jin residence yet.
The Thirteenth Young Master then came over and said, "Hehe, today is the opening of the Red Mansion, shouldn't we go and show our support?"
"Absolutely!"
Little Twelve immediately chimed in, "I've already prepared my gift!"
"Mmm!"
Jiang Jiaojiao nodded in agreement. This was the Red Mansion that Xiao Jinjin had been preparing for a long time. She had invested all her savings into it, so she could be considered a small shareholder!
It's the kind where you get dividends just for signing and putting your fingerprint on it!
I really don't know how little Jinjin comes up with so many wonderful ideas!
Dream of the Red Chamber, The Twelve Beauties of Jinling, Grand View Garden...
This is absolutely the first of its kind in Kyoto! No! It's the only one of its kind in the Great Chu Dynasty!
"Miss Jiang, please wait!"
The second prince followed, pulling out a gold-embossed invitation card. "I heard that a new brothel has opened in the capital, which can accommodate both male and female guests at the same time. It's quite unique. Xue'er has specially set up a table to apologize to Miss Jiang."
apologize?
Jiang Xue must have wanted to kill herself after being reduced from a concubine to a maidservant.
She overestimated Jiang Xue's patience. She's only been here a few days and she can't wait any longer?
but……
Jiang Jiaojiao's eyes darted around. "I heard that the Fifth Prince's Consort loves novel foods. Would you like to come along?"
Li Yu was taken aback. Did Jiang Jiaojiao know the prince's consort?
I haven't heard the princess mention it.
Seeing Jiang Jiaojiao's expression that she would only go if the princess went, she had no choice but to nod, "Of course."
It's just for show; it doesn't matter whether you go or not.
"Thank you very much."
Jiang Jiaojiao readily accepted the invitation under the puzzled gazes of Young Master Kou and Little Twelve.
Finally, I get to see my little crybaby!
Jiang Jiaojiao sent invitations to the little crybaby several times during the banquets held by various families, but no one responded or came.
Thinking about the little crybaby's fate in his past life.
It's probably not just that the little crybaby is physically weak and timid; the Fifth Prince must also be unwilling for her to go out.
Today I finally have the chance.
The Fifth Prince wanted to build a good relationship with him. Knowing that he knew the little crybaby, he would bring the little crybaby along even if he was being kept alive by medication.
After all... Jiang Xue's reputation is not what it used to be, and she has lost the powerful support of the General's Mansion and the Duke's Mansion. She has also broken ties with Jiang Jiaojiao and the Jin family.
If it weren't for the secret she possessed, why would he have allowed her into the mansion?
He not only wanted Jiang Xue's talent, but also the help she brought, whether it was fame or connections! Therefore, he absolutely could not completely break with Jiang Jiaojiao and the Jin family. Even if it was just a formality, he had to pretend that the family was all in harmony.
Only by binding Jiang Jiaojiao, the Jin family, and even the General's Mansion and the Duke's Mansion to his own side can he have a greater chance of winning in his scheme to seize the supreme throne!
As for the seventh prince...
He's just a sickly, powerless nobody. Even if he lives a few more years, he won't catch the Emperor's eye. It's better to win him and Jiang Jiaojiao over together and pave the way for my own ascension to the top.
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