Chapter 292
Several more days passed, in Qingshui Village.
Since Duan Huaichuan became the top scholar in the imperial examination, Chen Zongwen, the teacher, has also become famous. The Chen family's private school has been expanded by two times and now has a plaque above the entrance, making it very impressive.
Nowadays, many students come from all over the country to study. When the village headman saw this, he simply called on the other villagers to clean up each house and provide accommodation for the students. As a result, every household in Qingshui Village now has an extra source of income, and their lives are becoming more and more comfortable.
Early in the morning, a caravan escorted a cart full of goods into Qingshui Village and headed straight for Chen Family Private School.
The villagers along the way couldn't help but gossip about it.
"The Chen couple are truly blessed. Look, now that their daughter, whom they raised for over a decade, has been found and returned, they're enjoying a life of happiness too!"
"That's right! They sent a whole truckload before the New Year, and now that the New Year isn't even over, they're sending more! Tell me, who exactly are Xi's biological parents?"
"Who knows? That couple keeps their mouths shut, but judging from their demeanor, they're probably high-ranking officials in Luoyang City!"
"I guess so, otherwise they wouldn't be able to support all these truckloads of good stuff!"
"Sigh, the Chen family's life is getting better and better..."
"What, are you jealous? If it weren't for them, how would your family have extra income from renting out the house?"
"That's true, that's true."
The caravan members walked smoothly to the entrance of the private school and knocked on the tightly closed door.
As soon as Madam Chen saw the familiar uniforms of the้้ (bodyguards/escorts), she knew who had sent them, and she quickly opened the doors to let them in.
The้้ (bodyguards) held the list and waited for Madam Chen to verify it one by one.
This carriage contained everything from fine fabrics and cosmetics to writing implements and various books.
Mrs. Chen was exasperated: "This child, he just sent over a bunch of food a few days ago, why is he sending more now?"
Chen Zongwen leaned over and took a look, his face immediately fell: "Why didn't this girl bring her father some clothes? You're all dressed up now, while I'm still wearing my old clothes!"
Nowadays, Madam Chen is dressed in fine silks and brocades, while Chen Zongwen is still dressed in plain clothes. When the two stand together, Chen Zongwen exudes the air of a son-in-law marrying into the family from head to toe.
Madam Chen rolled her eyes at him: "What do you need so many clothes for, you're a grown man? You're exhausted from teaching every day, don't ruin your nice clothes!"
Chen Zongwen opened his mouth, but ultimately said nothing.
That makes sense.
So Madam Chen started preparing the food by herself, while Chen Zongwen went to the side and opened the letter that Duan Huaichuan had sent back.
The letter arrived a few days ago, but Chen Zongwen has been busy drinking during the New Year holidays and hasn't had time to read it. Today, however, he finally has some free time.
Upon closer inspection, Chen Zongwen immediately noticed something was amiss.
The envelope had been opened.
Duan Huaichuan learned the method of sealing letters from him. The beauty of this method lies in its concealment. On the surface, it looks no different from a normal sealed letter, so most people will not notice it. It will be exposed when it is opened and resealed.
Chen Zongwen twirled his fingers on the envelope before taking out the letter.
Fortunately, the handwriting inside was Duan Huaichuan's.
Chen Zongwen pursed his lips, glanced at Madam Chen who was also happily reading the letter, and then looked at the members of the escort team: "Please wait for me for a moment."
The members of the escort team bowed to him.
Chen Zongwen got up and went back to his study. After a while, he came out with a tightly sealed envelope: "Thank you all for your trouble."
"Mr. Chen, you're too kind."
The leader cupped his hands in greeting, took an envelope from Madam Chen's hand, and then turned and left.
Chen Zongwen saw them out and closed the door behind him. Turning around, he saw his wife grinning from ear to ear and said helplessly, "Let's hurry up and pack our things, or we'll attract attention."
"Oh, right, I forgot," Madam Chen slapped her forehead and hurriedly began to tidy up. "Oh right, I just saw that Xi'er has given away a lot of writing materials this time. Don't you have some students who can't afford to buy them? I think it would be perfect for them."
Hearing this, Chen Zongwen felt a warmth in his heart: "I knew it, this girl must be thinking about me."
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