Chapter 862: Zou Shuqin's Methods
The Bai family mother and son were silent for a moment.
The old lady asked, "Where is Shuzhi? Have you been studying hard these days?"
She didn't care much about her grandson's studies before, but it's different now.
Because the Empress Dowager is so unreliable.
"Don't worry, mother. Shuzhi has been studying very hard." The eldest master's face showed pride when he mentioned his son. He said, "This child is very strong. He didn't take the first place in the autumn examination this time. He was very dissatisfied. Now he studies even harder..."
The eldest master had no idea that his son, who he claimed was a very hard-working student, was stopped by Zou Shuqin, who looked indignant, on his way to visit his teacher Fang Daru.
"I'm just speaking up for you, Third Young Master!" Zou Shuqin said angrily. "During the time I lived at the Su family, I discovered that the fifth son of the Su family and Princess Huaning were having an affair. The chief examiner from Qingzhou Prefecture must have been deliberately biased towards the Su family because of Princess Huaning... No, maybe the Su family was secretly using some despicable tricks... Yes! That must be the case!"
The more Zou Shuqin spoke, the more certain she became, and the more angry her expression became.
Bai Shuzhi was embarrassed.
Because it was his father who wanted to resort to despicable means.
Moreover, it was exposed.
However, he would never say this, let alone admit it.
"I still have to go and pay my respects to my mentor. If Miss Zou has nothing else to do, I'll take my leave now."
Bai Shuzhi nodded coldly at Zou Shuqin and was about to walk around her.
Zou Shuqin was stunned for a moment. She didn't expect Bai Shuzhi to react like this.
Little did she know that she was flattering the horse but ended up hitting its leg.
However, she finally got the chance today to talk to Bai Shuzhi, so how could she give up?
"Third Young Master!" Zou Shuqin shouted anxiously, "Shuqin knows that you are a proud and unyielding person who disdains to praise or criticize others behind their backs. Even if you have been wronged, you will not speak out, but—"
When Zou Shuqin said this, her tone changed and her face showed warm admiration.
"Who in the entire capital doesn't know about your brilliant literary talent? Your articles are breathtakingly brilliant, and people are vying to pass them on. The fifth son of the Su family is just a country bumpkin. Even if he has studied for a few years, how can he compare to you?"
As Zou Shuqin spoke, she carefully observed Bai Shuzhi's expression. She saw an expression of arrogance on Bai Shuzhi's face. Although she didn't understand why Bai Shuzhi suddenly changed his attitude, she knew that some things could not be mentioned.
Then, Zou Shuqin's expression changed again, becoming stubborn.
Then, she continued, "Third Young Master, no matter what others think, Shuqin absolutely does not believe that the bumpkin from the Su family writes better than you! Even if you are humble and think he is better than you, Shuqin will not agree! In Shuqin's heart, you are number one!"
Zou Shuqin spoke righteously and with utmost certainty, as if no one could pull her back.
After hearing what Zou Shuqin said, Bai Shuzhi saw that she was a stubborn girl. Although he thought that Zou Shuqin's action of stopping him in the street was too frivolous, he was still very pleased.
The depression and frustration in my heart these days seem to have been alleviated a lot.
"A small provincial examination is nothing." Bai Shuzhi said proudly, "The imperial examination is coming soon. By then, we won't tolerate people cheating!"
Although Bai Shuzhi did not say it explicitly, it was equivalent to agreeing with Zou Shuqin's words.
Because he also didn't believe that Su Laowu was more knowledgeable than him or performed better than him in the exam.
All this may be because of the Empress Dowager and Princess Huaning.
Or perhaps, the Third Prince secretly instigated Bo Yongqing in order to please the little girl from the Su family and help the Su family...
"Third Young Master is right!" Zou Shuqin immediately echoed enthusiastically, saying with a shared hatred: "By then, the fifth son of the Su family won't even be able to pass the imperial examination. That would be a real betrayal!"
Bai Shuzhi nodded with satisfaction. He had been looking forward to that day.
Zou Shuqin observed Bai Shuzhi's expression and felt that the time was almost right. She looked at Bai Shuzhi eagerly and said, "Third Young Master, you once promised Shuqin that you would guide her in poetry. I wonder if this is still true?"
Bai Shuzhi: “…”
Did he promise?
It seems so.
"I will certainly not go back on my word." Bai Shuyi said with a condescending attitude.
Upon hearing this, Zou Shuqin suppressed her excitement, quickly took out the poem she had written, and handed it to Bai Shuzhi with admiration shining in her eyes.
"This is a poem that Shuqin racked her brains for half a month to come up with. I hope Third Young Master will be generous with his guidance."
After Zou Shuqin finished speaking, she looked at Bai Shuzhi eagerly.
When Bai Shuzhi was looked at, a sense of pride suddenly rose in his heart.
Then, he took it and looked down, and couldn't help revealing a look of contempt.
What is this written about?
Is this also called poetry?
He did better than this when he was five!
"It doesn't make sense...it doesn't make sense..."
Bai Shuzhi shook his head repeatedly.
Zou Shuqin's face turned red with shame.
"Shuqin has always said that she is dull and insensitive. She has driven away countless teachers, all of whom said that she is a piece of rotten wood that cannot be carved. Therefore, in her life, Shuqin has always admired talented and learned people the most..."
Zou Shuqin said this with great embarrassment, and the look she gave Bai Shuzhi became more and more ardent and admiring.
Bai Shuzhi was very pleased with Zou Shuqin's look.
"Miss Zou, there's no need to underestimate yourself. There are no students who can't learn to compose poetry, only teachers who can't teach." Bai Shuzhi said proudly, "Don't worry, Miss Zou. I'll personally teach you a few things in the future. I'm sure you'll be able to compose brilliant poems!"
Zou Shuqin was overjoyed.
"Thank you, Third Young Master!" Zou Shuqin said excitedly, "From now on, Shuqin will definitely regard you as her teacher and mentor!"
Bai Shuzhi nodded with satisfaction.
It has to be said that if the poems that Zou Shuqin brought out were written with great literary talent, Bai Shuzhi would not take them seriously.
It's just a little trick to seduce him.
After all, he had received quite a few poems secretly passed on to him by girls who admired him over the years.
No matter which piece of poetry paper the poem is written on, it is all literary.
Moreover, the paper used is absolutely extremely elegant scented letter paper, which is quite romantic.
It's nothing like the one in his hand, which is just an ordinary white paper.
He usually disdains to use this kind of paper when writing.
Not to mention, if Zou Shuqin had used ordinary means, she would definitely not have achieved the current results.
The more a person is pursued and receives more admiring looks, the less he or she will take it seriously.
You may even feel contempt for the other person and think that he or she is shameless.
However, people like Zou Shuqin, who simply admired your knowledge and kept saying that she wanted to respect you as her teacher, without letting anyone know that she had any other ulterior motives, actually aroused Bai Shuzhi's interest.
Bai Shuzhi looked towards the teahouse not far away and said confidently, "Let's go sit over there. I'll explain to you the inconsistencies in your poem..."
When Zou Shuqin heard this, she showed an embarrassed expression.
Bai Shuzhi frowned.
"What's wrong?"
He thought Zou Shuqin would be overjoyed.
Zou Shuqin bit her lip and said, "Third Young Master, to be honest, Shuqin's family has very strict upbringing. She can't go out for more than an hour at a time. Today, Shuqin has been out for almost an hour. If she doesn't go home quickly, she will definitely be punished..."
Bai Shuzhi: “…”
The little doubt in my heart disappeared completely.
It turned out that she was not a girl with poor upbringing, nor was she using tricks to get close to him on purpose.
This is what I am, simply impressed by his literary talent...
Alas! I never thought there would be such a studious girl in the world!
Bai Shuzhi sighed in his heart.
He couldn't help but look at Zou Shuqin with a hint of respect.
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P.S. What to do? Ye Zi suddenly fell in love with Zou Shuqin!
I like her to quickly cling to Bai Shuzhi, cling to him tightly, cling to him on the bed...
If you like Wenwen, don’t forget to watch the short video, hehe...
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