“Da da da…”
The sound of galloping horses' hooves came from afar, and a young man with a gentle appearance and calm temperament came riding towards them.
He dismounted and walked over, his face full of disappointment and anger.
"A true man stands tall and proud, how can he be humiliated by being humiliated by another man's crotch?"
"Han Xin, if you are still a man, stand up straight!"
This impassioned speech made Han Xin subconsciously straighten his back. He ignored the mocking gazes of the people around him and walked up to the young man.
"...Brother Xiao, why are you here..."
There was admiration and respect in the boy's eyes.
Unlike others who showed disgust and pity for him, Xiao He was the only one who treated him equally.
Not only is he knowledgeable, but he also recognizes and encourages him, believing that he will one day achieve success.
So even though the two of them only met by chance, they formed a deep friendship.
"If I hadn't come, wouldn't you have suffered this humiliation today?"
"There are so many people in this world who are blind and bully the weak and fear the strong. Why bother paying attention to such mean people?"
Xiao He's sharp eyes swept over the onlookers one by one, and finally fixed on the butcher's ugly face.
"You're provoking trouble and stirring up trouble in the streets. Don't you take the laws of the Qin Dynasty seriously?"
"...You, you're slandering me. I was just joking..."
The young man exuded a murderous aura, which frightened the butcher so much that his face turned pale and he stammered in rebuttal.
Hearing this, Xiao He raised his eyebrows and looked cold.
"Oh, are you kidding?"
"You are just bullying my brother Han because he is helpless and has achieved nothing."
"Unfortunately, today I will take him to the Xianyang Academy to learn from my master."
"He, Han Xin, was given an official title and a nobility. Do you still dare to bully him?"
As soon as the words fell, there was an uproar all around.
How could Han Xin, a lazy man, be able to go to the Imperial Academy and even become an official in the future?
Although the people were extremely unconvinced, they stopped mocking him.
After all, who wants to offend a potential big shot, even if the possibility is only one percent?
The butcher standing by was also speechless, his face turning pale and blue.
"Xianyang Academy?"
Han Xin scratched his head, his eyes confused.
"Well, the academy was founded by His Majesty the First Emperor and the Empress, and they recruit talented people from all over the world."
"With your talent, Brother Han, you will definitely be valued."
Xiao He's expression softened slightly and he answered gently.
Like a stone falling into a long-silent lake of the heart, Han Xin was instantly cheered up, the confusion in his eyes faded away, and light was ignited.
He finally got a chance to display his talents.
"Thank you, Brother Xiao, for your concern for me. I will go to Xianyang with you right away."
"only..."
Han Xin stared at the butcher fiercely, with a burning fighting spirit rising in his eyes.
"I, Han, will remember today's shame."
"I know you look down on me now, so how about we make a bet?"
"If I haven't achieved success in three years, I will willingly endure this humiliation. Otherwise, you must kowtow to me and apologize. Are you willing?"
Han Xin didn't care about other people's sarcasm, bullying and insults.
He will use these as a whetstone and as a driving force to keep moving forward.
"Hahaha, of course I am willing. Don't regret it when the time comes. All the villagers will be my witnesses!"
Such arrogant words made the butcher, whose face was as ugly as if he had eaten a fly, burst into laughter.
The people around echoed one after another, with disdain and contempt in their eyes.
This kid Han Xin has not achieved anything in the past ten years. What big things can he accomplish in just three years?
"Brother Xiao, let's go."
Ignoring the gossip, Han Xin and Xiao He turned around and left. They first went home to pack their bags, and then went to say goodbye to the aunt.
"Auntie, I'll come back and repay you for your kindness!"
“Da da da…”
Under the bright setting sun, the boy's confident and hearty laughter faded away, leaving the old lady gazing at the backs of the two men with satisfaction.
No matter what, having something to do is always better than doing nothing all day.
On the first day of December, Xiao He and Han Xin finally arrived in Xianyang exhausted.
As soon as they entered the city, they were shocked by the prosperous scene.
Broad and flat roads, bustling and crowded markets, smiling people...
"Brother Xiao, the capital is so lively! It feels very different from where we are."
Han Xin looked around the street excitedly, his dirty face containing only a pair of clear and clean eyes.
"yes..."
Xiao He was more perceptive and discovered the differences among the people of Xianyang: each of them held hope and vitality.
"Brother Han, let's go to the academy to register first, don't waste time."
"Okay."
A quarter of an hour later, the two arrived at the gate of the academy.
The gate of the academy is arched, with a golden plaque hanging on the top, engraved with the four words "Daqin Academy", which is domineering and solemn.
The entrance was blocked by a row of strange iron fences, leaving only room for one person to pass through.
There is a row of tables in front of the fence, and several teachers are registering registration information. In front of them are rows of neat and orderly teams.
"Tsk tsk, so many people are coming to the academy to register!"
"...Come and get in line quickly."
Looking at the long queues, Xiao He sighed and pulled the young man who was still watching the excitement to the back of the line.
After an unknown amount of time, the sun became increasingly hotter and hotter, and their legs became numb from standing. Fortunately, it was finally their turn.
"Name?"
"Xiao He."
"Place of origin?"
"Zhongyangli, Fengyi County, Sishui Commandery."
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