All books?
Eight large boxes?
Shen Qingyu was taken aback!
Yu Qiao was so shocked that her eyes widened!
"So many books...they're incredibly valuable!"
Yes, at this time, books, especially rare and ancient copies, were priceless treasures.
For many prominent families, their greatest asset is their collection of books.
Many once-powerful families, after falling into ruin, would sell their land, shops, and other possessions, but they would still try their best to leave behind some precious books.
This is the foundation for their descendants to turn their lives around.
After the palace staff left, Qi Yunxiao flipped through the books, his expression grave.
These are all extremely rare and valuable books, ancient texts, and unique copies...
Moreover, Qi Yunxiao recognized many of these books.
These are... the books that were once in the Crown Prince's collection.
However, the books on policy essays and methods of governing the country are all gone.
All that was sent over were the Four Books and Five Classics, as well as other works by ancient sages, including classics, histories, philosophical works, and literary collections.
There are also books on poetry, lyrics, and other related topics...
These books were given to Qi Yunxiao and Shen Qingyu...
What does that mean?
After hearing Qi Yunxiao's explanation, Ms. Zhao Yuzhu scoffed, "This book isn't for you."
Qi Yunxiao and Shen Qingyu glanced sideways at Zhao Yuzhu.
Qi Yunxiao realized: "You mean..."
Shen Qingyu suddenly realized: "Is it for the Crown Prince?"
To be precise, this book was intended for the late Crown Prince.
Books on governing the country and managing state affairs were no longer provided; instead, books on poetry, songs, and the Four Books and Five Classics were given.
"Wait, there are several Buddhist scriptures too! These... are ancient books! Extremely valuable!"
Qi Yunxiao was well aware that the Crown Prince respected Confucianism and hoped to treat people with kindness, but he never intended to renounce worldly desires.
There were no Buddhist scriptures in his study.
Now, I've specially sent over a few more precious Buddhist scriptures...
The meaning is self-evident.
Forget about restoring the country, focus on your studies.
Learn to let go, learn to be detached from worldly desires.
Shen Qingyu asked curiously, "Do you think this was a gift from His Majesty? Or from the Empress Dowager?"
Qi Yunxiao's face was dark, yet it also carried a hint of helplessness.
"Perhaps both."
The former crown prince and the eighth prince, who have no power or influence, have already had their whereabouts known to the emperor, making it extremely difficult for them to cause trouble.
His Majesty's sending of the book is a warning and a reminder.
As a mother, the most important thing for the Empress Dowager was to protect herself and her children.
If things are beyond saving, it's good to at least preserve your life and live a peaceful life.
However... Qi Yunxiao's expression relaxed considerably.
"We are safe."
Shen Qingyu looked up and met Qi Yunxiao's eyes, nodding in agreement.
The new emperor's tacit approval of the Crown Prince and the Eighth Prince remaining in Shenjia Village was probably his last act of mercy.
However, their public identities can only be Wen Che and Wen Jin.
At the same time, it was only natural that Shen Qingyu and Qi Yunxiao stayed in Shenjia Village.
Shen Qingyu was quite happy: she could go home.
But before she could be happy for long, someone knocked on the door and asked to see her.
The Emperor's men have all left, and there are no servants here. Shen Qingyu went to open the door.
Outside the door stood a middle-aged man who looked like a butler.
"I am Jiu Fu, the steward of the Qingping Marquis's residence. May I ask if our young master is here?"
Hey!
You got here so quickly?
Shen Qingyu was very surprised and turned to call Qi Yunxiao.
Qi Yunxiao spoke a few words to the butler, his expression not good, and then sent the butler away.
"We'll go to the Qingping Marquis's residence first thing tomorrow morning."
Shen Qingyu: "Can I not go?"
"For the sake of the children, it's best to make a trip."
Shen Qingyu had no temper left.
Go ahead and go, who's afraid of who?
As modern people, adapting to the way of thinking of people from ancient times is also a challenge.
The next morning, Shen Qingyu changed into a light blue silk dress from her wardrobe, put on a kingfisher feather hairpin, and led her two children to the Qingping Marquis's residence.
When the young master returned to the manor, the Qingping Marquis's residence attached great importance to it. Not only were the Qingping Marquis and his wife present, but also his younger siblings born to his stepmother.
Oh, and there are also two illegitimate daughters and one illegitimate son here.
A large, disorganized group of people were either standing or sitting in the front hall, waiting.
The moment the family of four entered, everyone's eyes lit up.
Qi Yunxiao wore a wide, dark blue headband today to cover the black mole.
His handsome features were immediately apparent, captivating all who beheld him.
Was the young master this handsome without the mole?
Qi Yunxiao's blue robe matched Shen Qingyu's blue dress perfectly, one light and one dark.
Nourished by the spiritual spring water, Shen Qingyu's skin was exceptionally fair, rosy, delicate, and clean.
Now that she's slimmed down, her tall and upright figure of 168cm gives her a confident and elegant air.
When the two stood side by side, everyone would exclaim: What a perfect couple!
The two children are well-behaved and beautiful. They have been well-nourished these past few months, and the spring water has also helped them look radiant.
The stepmother was the first to regain her composure, wiping away her tears with a handkerchief before exclaiming, "Oh my, is this Qingyu? And these two are my eldest grandsons? They're so handsome..."
Shen Qingyu watched the stepmother's performance and was slightly disapproving: her acting skills were lacking.
His facial expressions were stiff and his tone was exaggerated.
The Empress Dowager aunt I met that day was the real big shot!
Every word and action of theirs exudes love and affection for children from the bottom of their hearts!
"Greetings, Father; greetings, Madam." Qi Yunxiao bowed.
Shen Qingyu quickly followed suit and bowed.
The two children had been reminded to behave themselves, so they greeted people in an adorable and childlike manner.
Then comes the identification process.
Eldest sister, second sister, third sister...
Second brother, third brother, fourth brother...
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