"...What do those renowned scholars have to do with me?"
Xie Zhen was very clever; he had already understood his sister's meaning.
However, he didn't really want to go to that academic hall.
Xie Yuan looked up from the pile of memorials, said nothing, and quietly looked at Xie Zhen.
Xie Zhen shifted her hips uncomfortably.
In the end, he gave in to his sister's gaze, "Fine! I know, sister wants me to study at the academy!"
Xie Yuan's expression softened. "You brat, you're only seven years old and you're already going through puberty?"
"But I don't want to go!"
Xie Yuangang softened his expression, only to hear the mischievous child acting up again.
"Why? The sage has invited renowned scholars from all over the world, and none of them are people of profound knowledge, outstanding talent and character."
Xie Yuan gripped his pen tightly and patiently reasoned with his younger brother, "Following those famous scholars is excellent, whether it's learning their talents and knowledge, their moral character, or their way of dealing with people!"
With so many renowned teachers, it's just that the four little ones are still too young, barely able to speak and walk; otherwise, Xie Yuan would have sent them all over long ago.
The reason she was so proactive in planning for Xie Zhen was because she cared about him and hoped that he could study hard and become successful as soon as possible!
In the end, all my hard work went unappreciated by this brat.
What a naughty child!
"I know! My sister is definitely doing this for my own good!"
Xie Zhen wasn't really ignorant.
He understood that his sister was doing all this for him.
He wasn't an ungrateful wretch, nor did he fail to appreciate his sister's kindness.
He just felt it was unnecessary. “Sister, I was enlightened by the sage and you since I was a child, and I also had several great Confucian scholars who were exiled to Lingnan as my teachers.”
Xie Zhen did not think her teacher was bad.
He learned a lot, especially from his brother-in-law, the Sage.
Although Xie Zhen lost his biological parents at a young age, he has the best older sister and brother-in-law in the world.
For a long time, my sister and brother-in-law actually played the role of parents.
Therefore, although Xie Zhen was an orphan, she did not feel that she lacked anything at all.
He has no shortage of love, nor does he lack guidance from male elders.
The three or four years he spent in Lingnan were the happiest time of his life.
He studied diligently and also enjoyed playing with his older sister and brother-in-law.
His older sister taught him to read and write, while his brother-in-law taught him to ride horses and shoot arrows.
There were also renowned scholars, famous teachers, or famous ministers and generals that my elder sister had found from all over Lingnan. They might have been exiled prisoners, but they were all truly talented and learned.
Following them, Xie Zhen learned how to write essays and also understood the principles of interpersonal relationships.
Now that he has returned to the capital, several gentlemen have accompanied him.
Xie Zhen truly does not lack teachers!
"It's different!"
After listening to his brother's explanation, Xie Yuan understood his thoughts.
He then patiently continued to speak to Xie Zhen, saying, "As the sage said, 'Among three people walking together, there must be one who can teach me!'"
"The more teachers you have, the more you'll learn!"
"Moreover, these learned people come from all over the country. Putting aside everything else, just their local customs and experiences alone can be very beneficial to you!"
Xie Yuan felt sorry for Xie Zhen and was willing to consider his younger brother's needs, naturally hoping that he could receive a better education.
"..." Xie Zhen saw that her sister was already so busy, yet still painstakingly planning for her, and now she was even more patient and meticulous in persuading her.
He nodded hesitantly, "Alright! I'll go to the Bachelor's Hall!"
Seeing that Xie Zhen was still somewhat reluctant, Xie Yuan smiled and asked, "What's wrong? Still have concerns?"
"It's not a concern! I... I'm just worried that if I go to the Imperial Academy to study, will I still be able to go to the palace to see my brother-in-law?"
Xie Zhen genuinely wanted to be close to her brother-in-law, Helian Jue.
"sure!"
These words weren't spoken by Xie Yuan, but by Helian Jue, who had just stepped in. Hearing the little fat boy's words, Helian Jue gave a firm answer.
"Brother-in-law!"
Xie Zhen first gave a joyful shout.
Then, as if remembering something, he knelt down properly again and bowed to Helian Jue, saying, "Xie Zhen greets Your Majesty!"
"I am in good health!"
Seeing the little fat boy so serious, dressed like a little adult, Helian Jue became even more delighted and joined in the joke.
"Brother-in-law!"
Seeing Helian Jue's indulgent smile, Xie Zhen felt encouraged.
He jumped up from his seat and charged at Helian Jue like a small cannonball.
Helian Jue bent down skillfully, grabbed Xie Zhen with both hands, pinched his armpits, and weighed him up and down.
"It's okay! It's a little heavier than the previous two days!"
Being a little chubby is good!
Chubby little boys are cuter when they're fair-skinned and plump.
Xie Zhen, who was almost eight years old, already had a concept of beauty and ugliness. He pouted and wiggled his little bottom vigorously, "No way! I'm not fat!"
Are there any handsome men in this world who are fat?
My brother-in-law is the same; I always try to fatten him up!
They don't want it.
He is the young master of the prestigious Xie family. In the future, he aspires to be like his grandfather and father, becoming a renowned scholar and a celestial being.
"Okay! Not fat! You little chubby boy, you're so young, and you already care about looking good?"
Helian Jue spent the whole day arguing with the prime minister and the heads of the six ministries in the council hall, and his mood was far from pleasant.
However, upon seeing Xie Zhen, the little guy, his mood instantly brightened.
Holding her brother-in-law, she first played with tossing him around for a while, which made Xie Zhen scream and laugh.
Then, the two men, one big and one small, ran to the east side hall to visit the four little ones.
They simply left Xie Yuan, their wife (elder sister), aside.
Xie Yuan: ...
This brother-in-law and brother-in-law are quite a pair.
Hearing the laughter and commotion coming from the east side hall, Xie Yuan couldn't help but become interested as well.
After writing the last few lines of feedback, she put down her pen.
Xie Yuan stood up and also went to the east side hall.
Helian Jue, Xie Zhen, and the four little ones were already playing together.
In front of Helian Jue and Xie Yuan, Xie Zhen was like a child, able to act cute and charming to his heart's content.
When Xie Zhen faced the four little ones, he became a sensible older brother, or rather, an uncle!
Although the little fat boy is young, he is of a high generation; he is the elder of the four little ones.
"Sage, are you tired?"
Helian Jue played with the children, big and small, for a while, then sat down on a soft cushion, slightly out of breath.
Xie Yuan took a handkerchief and gently wiped Helian Jue's sweat.
"Thank goodness! After arguing all day, they finally agreed to send troops next month!"
Helian Jue grasped Xie Yuan's hand in return, gently stroking it. "A Yuan, in another half month, I will be going to war against the Turks. The capital will be entrusted to you!"
Xie Yuan looked into Helian Jue's eyes and knew that Helian Jue must be hiding something from her.
For example, he would argue with his court officials, not only because he wanted to lead the army in person as soon as possible, but also because he wanted Empress Xie Yuan to oversee the country!
Sure enough, Helian Jue said, "The three prime ministers, Wang, Cui, and Zheng, have finally relented and agreed to let you take my place in governing the court!"
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