Chapter 360
When Shen Jun arrived, Duan Huaichuan was reading a book inside the house.
He wore a simple robe that was completely out of place in the luxurious mansion, yet he still maintained a dignified appearance, exuding a gentle and calming aura even from afar.
Upon seeing Shen Jun arrive in person, Duan Huaichuan went out to greet him, cupping his hands in greeting and saying, "This humble subject greets Your Excellency."
"Hey! Scholar Duan, there's no need to be so polite!" Shen Jun chuckled. "You've been staying at the Marquis's residence for so long, we've even had New Year's Eve dinner together, why are you still being so formal?"
“You are right, my lord.”
Shen Jun couldn't help but feel secretly relieved.
Fortunately, he listened to Shen Rang's words and lent a helping hand to Duan Huaichuan; otherwise, all his previous efforts would have been in vain.
Shen Jun sighed inwardly, then stepped aside and said, "These are the invitations that people from Luoyang have recently sent to Scholar Duan. I was afraid that they would come over from time to time and disturb Scholar Duan's peace and quiet, so I had someone collect them all and send them to you."
"Thank you, Your Excellency," Duan Huaichuan cupped his hands in thanks. "I have troubled Your Excellency much at your residence. I never expected you to care so much about such trivial matters."
"Our Marquis's Mansion attaches great importance to Duan Jieyuan's matter. Otherwise, why would I personally go out to do things for you?" Shen Jun said. "Duan Jieyuan, His Highness the Crown Prince and I didn't come to see you for a few days before, not because we suspected you, but because we were busy doing things for you. Please don't misunderstand, Duan Jieyuan!"
"I understand, and I am deeply grateful for the kindness of Your Highness the Crown Prince and the Marquis."
Duan Huaichuan's gaze fell on the box, and he said, "I am not fond of socializing, and these things are a real burden to me. I wonder if you could ask the Marquis to help me refuse them?"
Although he was going to trouble Shen Jun, Shen Jun's eyes still lit up: "Of course, of course! Don't worry, Scholar Duan, as long as you don't want to, no one can disturb your peace and quiet!"
Rejecting a few posts is no trouble at all! Shen Jun would love to experience this kind of trouble more often!
"What is that top scholar thinking now..."
“When I was taking the imperial examination, I was very grateful to Miss Yun for buying me such a complete set of things. I will always remember this kindness, so I am willing to stay in the Marquis’s residence.”
Hearing Duan Huaichuan's words, Shen Jun was slightly taken aback.
Miss Yun... are you referring to Yun Wan?
How could this top scholar have any connection with Yun Wan?
Seeing Shen Jun's confusion, Duan Huaichuan smiled and said, "I'm not talking about your young mistress, but... your concubine."
Duan Huaichuan said the last two words reluctantly.
His little sister Xi'er shouldn't just be a concubine.
Shen Jun then realized, "It's the concubine... But how does Duan Jieyuan know the concubines in the mansion?"
“My aunt and I are from the same hometown and grew up together. Her parents were my teachers and their wives,” Duan Huaichuan said. “Given her current status… I hope Your Excellency will help her out.”
Hearing Duan Huaichuan's words, Shen Jun shuddered: "Don't worry, Scholar Duan, I'll go back and give them a heads-up. I'll definitely take good care of Aunt Yun!"
"Thank you, Lord Marquis."
After leaving the guest house, Shen Jun went to Rongxi Hall.
After he finished speaking, seeing that Madam Zheng didn't even raise an eyebrow, Shen Jun couldn't help but ask, "Did you already know this?"
“If I didn’t know, I wouldn’t have let my aunt go.” Madam Zheng continued copying the sutra.
Shen Jun was secretly annoyed: "Since you already knew, why didn't you tell me?!"
"The Marquis is busy with many affairs of state. When he finally comes back, he goes to see his concubine. If I were to go to the Marquis rashly, I'm afraid I would be scolded by him again," Madam Zheng said with a self-deprecating laugh.
Hearing Zheng's words, Shen Jun immediately felt guilty.
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