Yu Shuo also came to see Qin's father off, but he stood on the city wall and did not come down, perhaps because he did not want to disturb the warmth of their family.
Naturally, they also noticed Qin Su's "intimate contact" with Xue Huai'an later on.
"This humble one, Qin Zhi, greets Your Highness Prince Chen." Qin Zhi bowed respectfully, but being a young boy, his bowing gesture was somewhat comical.
"Hmm." Yu Shuo responded indifferently. After Qin Zhi stood up, he said the same thing as Chongyang, "You shouldn't have come back to see Xue Huai'an alone."
Qin Zhi was originally very happy. He admired Yu Shuo. Perhaps it was because the Qin family had a heart for going to the battlefield, and Qin Zhi was no exception.
Now, being reprimanded by Yu Shuo, he lowered his head and admitted his mistake, "I know I was wrong."
Yu Shuo showed no mercy, speaking without any emotional fluctuation, "You will be the pillar of the Marquis of Loyalty and Righteousness in the future. Such impetuousness and gullibility will ultimately lead to great losses."
Qin Zhi nodded listlessly.
"Xue Huai'an is extremely cunning and has always wanted to find something to use against your sister. But the Qin family is like an iron barrel; even though Madam Qin knows martial arts, he has no way to get to her. Now you've personally handed him the handle." Yu Shuo disliked Qin Zhi's foolish behavior, but he was still young and not entirely hopeless.
"Then I won't go out anymore? I'll ask the private school for leave and not go for the time being." That's all the little boy could think of.
Yu Shuo remained silent, sitting in a simple chair and sipping his tea.
Qin Zhi looked at Chongyang, his large eyes slowly filled with doubt.
"Think about it again," Chongyang encouraged him, patting the back of his head.
Qin Zhi had a flash of inspiration, clapped his hands, and said, "Then let's solve it directly at the root!"
Chongyang: "..." I didn't realize you were so ruthless.
“It’s a solution. Think about it again.” Yu Shuo didn’t refute his terrible idea, but encouraged him.
"Then we must become stronger. As long as we are strong enough, no one can bully us."
Chongyang nodded, and then said, "Let's talk about it in more detail. Currently, both civil and military affairs are welcome in Da'an. Do you plan to pursue a civil or military career?"
Qin Zhi answered firmly, "The Qin family has far too many martial artists. I think I can choose a different path and pursue a literary career. However, I still need to pick up the basics of martial arts."
His eyes brightened again, and he looked at Yu Shuo expectantly, "Your Highness, am I right? Is this choice alright?"
Yu Shuo nodded slightly. "Alright."
"Thank you for your guidance, Your Highness. I will certainly not let you down." He bowed deeply, feeling extremely happy.
"Have someone keep an eye on him during this time; he absolutely must attend the private school," Yu Shuo added, pouring a cup of tea and pushing it towards Qin Zhi.
"Thank you, Your Highness!" Qin Zhi held the teacup, his eyes brimming with bright fireworks.
"Send him back."
Chongyang wasn't in a hurry. He bent down and asked Qin Zhi, "Your sister was so close to Xue Huai'an just now, did they say anything to each other?"
"Chongyang," Yu Shuo called out in a warning tone.
Qin Zhi was still sharp-witted, but he still didn't understand why Chongyang was asking such a question.
Could it be that Brother Chongyang likes Sister?
Qin Zhi looked Chongyang up and down. Her appearance was passable, her figure was good, and her temperament was also good. He just didn't know if her salary was enough for his sister to squander.
Regardless, he honestly answered Chongyang's question, "At that time, my sister was holding Xue Huai'an's neck and spine and said that as long as she exerted a little force, he would die."
Yu Shuo straightened his lips and awkwardly turned his head away.
Chongyang escorted Qin Zhi back, but he never expected that Qin Zhi would drop a bombshell on the way.
"Brother Chongyang." Qin Zhi tugged at Chongyang's sleeve.
Chongyang looked down at him.
Do you like your older sister?
Chongyang's scalp tingled; the news had left him completely bewildered. He quickly covered Qin Zhi's mouth, "Little ancestor, what nonsense are you spouting?! How could I... impossible! I have no feelings for your sister, really no feelings!"
He looked around and spoke loudly, as if afraid the person following him in the shadows wouldn't hear him.
If this gets to His Highness's ears, he... he'll lose his salary!
Qin Zhi pushed his hand away and asked, "But Brother Chongyang seems to care a lot about Sister's affairs."
"Can't I ask around for others?" He gritted his teeth, wanting to punch this brat. He realized he had completely misjudged the kid; how could he be likable? Absolutely not!
"Then Brother Chongyang told me, for whom was he inquiring? If the other party is of bad character, not good-looking, or has a low salary, it definitely won't work. My elder sister was the apple of our eye before she got married, and she absolutely cannot live a hard life after marriage." He spoke very solemnly, afraid that he hadn't expressed himself clearly.
"Don't ask questions, you're just a kid."
How could Chongyang dare to reveal His Highness's affairs? He had several heads to spare.
Qin Zhi kept pestering Chongyang along the way, trying to get some information out of him, but unfortunately, he got nothing.
After returning home, Qin Zhi thought for a long time but didn't tell Qin Su what Xue Huai'an had done. His Highness Prince Chen was right; he was an adult now and shouldn't keep causing his elder sister worry.
From then on, Qin Zhi worked even harder, getting up earlier than the rooster and going to bed later than the dog, almost to the point of studying relentlessly.
Early this morning, Qin's mother took Qin Su and Qin Zhi out to Prince Chen's residence.
They posted the invitation a few days ago, so today is the perfect time to go.
The butler came out to greet them. He was also quite old, but his every move exuded nobility, and he didn't look like a servant at all.
"My surname is Zhang. You may call me Steward Zhang."
Madam Qin appeared somewhat reserved. Prince Chen was too distant for their family, and he was also their benefactor.
Butler Zhang noticed her discomfort and said with a smile, "I'm so sorry, my lord had to leave early this morning and will probably not be back for a while. I'm truly sorry for neglecting you, Madam."
"It's alright, it's alright. His Highness Prince Chen has a heavy workload, we all understand."
"It's wonderful that Madam Qin doesn't blame my prince." He secretly sized up Qin Su, and was very satisfied with her stunning beauty and elegant demeanor.
"This way, Madam Qin."
A voice came from afar—
"Why isn't Yu Shuo here again today? Didn't you say he was at the manor?"
It was a woman's voice. Judging from her tone, she was proud and arrogant, and must be of a very high status.
"When is he going to come back? He won't go to see Miss Chen, and he won't even listen to Mother's orders."
Madam Qin looked at Steward Zhang and roughly guessed his identity.
Before Steward Zhang could explain anything, a woman dressed in magnificent palace attire and extremely luxurious attire strode over.
She was utterly astonished to see strangers at her door. "Who are you? How dare you trespass into the Prince Chen's residence?"
Madam Qin: ? ? How can this princess just spout off like that? Doesn't she have eyes?
Steward Zhang coughed lightly a few times, "Princess Cheng'an, these are distinguished guests of the manor."
Seeing this, Madam Qin pursed her lips and said, "Since His Highness Prince Chen has other guests today, we will not disturb him any longer and will visit another day."
After saying that, she turned to leave.
"Hey! Wait a minute!"
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