Chapter 104: Doing Things (5th Update)
"There is no doubt about this case. The evidence is solid and irrefutable."
Xu Zhengping interrupted Ding Gaochang.
Seeing his face full of astonishment, he paused for a moment before continuing, "Brother Gao Chang, this case is something that you and I cannot touch. I have just reported the truth to Lord Chu, and Lord Chu has promised that he will continue to investigate. There is no need for you and me to continue to interfere."
"Since you and I are powerless, and the people have been talking about the murder case and are in a state of panic, and there are even rumors that an evil ghost has appeared in the county to claim lives, it would be better to settle the case according to Lord Chu's wishes, so that the people can feel more at ease."
Ding Gaochang fell silent.
Although he was only a county lieutenant, some of his clan members were officials in the capital, and he had heard of many open and covert struggles and unscrupulous means.
Now that Xu Zhengping said so, Ding Gaochang also sighed: "Since Lord Chu said so, let's do it first."
They don't care about other things, but they can make the people here live in peace and happiness, which is a great achievement in their life. ——In Qingzhu Garden, Ning Feng gave Chu Jinnian a new cup of tea.
"The taste of today's tea seems to be a little different." Chu Jinnian said after taking a sip of tea.
"I have found a new mountain spring. The water tastes sweeter than the previous ones. How about it, young master?" Ning Feng replied with his head down.
“It’s OK.”
Chu Jinnian nodded slightly: "Jinzhou, it's time to finish class now."
"Yes, there is still a cup of tea time." Ning Feng replied: "Young Master, do you want to go and take a look?"
"Let's go." Chu Jinnian stood up.
The master and the servant walked slowly to the study, where Chu Jinzhou was just copying the article he had just learned today. After he finished writing, he showed it to Zhou Xueming.
Zhou Xueming took it and examined it carefully, nodding slightly: "Your handwriting has improved a lot."
"Thank you for the compliment, sir." Chu Jinzhou grinned, his eyes narrowed into slits.
"But I can also see that you were a little distracted when you were writing, and your strokes were not decisive enough. I think you were distracted and thinking about other things, which is why you are like this."
Zhou Xueming put down the paper in his hand, his expression serious: "Studying requires concentration. If you try to do two things at the same time, you won't be able to do anything well."
"For today's matter, I will punish you by making you copy the article you learned today five times. This is a small punishment but a big warning. If you do this again in the future, don't blame me for being rude."
Chu Jinzhou, who had just been praised but was now being scolded, felt a little uncomfortable. But when he thought that he was indeed thinking about Chu Jinnian during class and was worried that he would leave quietly during class, he was indeed distracted. He also felt that Zhou Xueming's punishment was justified.
"I've taken note of this. I accept the punishment and will take it as a warning and correct my behavior in the future." Chu Jinzhou performed the student's salute respectfully.
"Yes." Zhou Xueming nodded slightly. "That's all for today. You need to memorize the next paragraph I just said after class and recite it to me tomorrow."
"Yes. The students send you off, sir."
Chu Jinzhou sent Zhou Xueming out of the study and into the courtyard, where he saw Chu Jinnian standing under the osmanthus tree.
"Brother." Chu Jinzhou ran over in surprise.
Fortunately, my eldest brother hasn't left yet. Although I don't know when he will leave, at least he is still here, so I can spend more time with him.
When Chu Jinzhou thought of this, he was filled with joy.
Chu Jinnian looked at his younger brother, reached out and patted his little head, his eyes full of doting.
When Zhou Xueming saw Chu Jinnian, he suddenly felt awkward. He walked forward and bowed in a low voice: "Greetings, young master."
"Teacher, thank you for your hard work in teaching Jinzhou." Chu Jinnian said.
"My Lord, you are too kind. This is what I should do. I am very lucky to be able to teach you, my Lord."
Zhou Xueming was flattered and bowed twice in succession.
"Jin Zhou, I just found a bow for you to practice archery. I'll keep it in the study in my courtyard. Let Butler Feng take you to have a look first."
It was obvious that Chu Jinnian wanted to get Chu Jinzhou away and had something to say to him.
Zhou Xueming subconsciously tightened his grip on the scroll and stood aside with his head down.
Chu Jinzhou was overjoyed to learn that he was going to have a new bow, and followed Ning Feng to Chu Jinnian's study.
"Young Master..." Zhou Xueming couldn't help but speak first.
"How is Madam Zhou's health these days? I heard that she was seriously ill. Is she feeling better now?" Chu Jinnian walked to a stone table nearby and sat down.
"Thanks to the eldest master's concern, I am feeling better now. Although I am not as healthy as an ordinary person, I can walk around. If I take good care of myself in the future, I think I will be fine."
Zhou Xueming answered truthfully.
"Some time ago, I went to Lu and found a hot spring in the mountains. It is very suitable for the elderly to recuperate. If Madam Xiang can go there to spend her remaining years, she will recover faster from her illness."
Chu Jinnian asked, "What do you think, Mr. Zhou?"
"Young Master, what you mean is..." Zhou Xueming frowned.
"The situation in the capital is complicated and ever-changing. The Fourth Prince and I are a bit overwhelmed. We want to find a capable and reliable person to help us. Mr. Zhou is knowledgeable and has a lot of insights into government affairs. He is the best candidate."
"I think if Mr. Zhou is willing, he can come to the capital to help me."
Chu Jinnian smiled and said, "Of course, if you don't agree, that's fine too. Everything depends on your opinion..."
"No, Master." Zhou Xueming suddenly bowed and said, "My life was given by Master. Master, you are willing to save my life when I am about to die, and you even let me teach the Third Master. Now you have entrusted me with an important task. I will not refuse even if I die. As long as you say a word, I will do my best to serve you."
"only……"
"I did such a wrong thing before, why does the eldest master still think so highly of me?"
"I said before that it was not your fault. You were just unable to judge the situation and were used by others. Now that you understand the reason, why can't I use you?"
Chu Jinnian raised his hand: "Don't mention the past anymore. I am looking forward to the future."
Zhou Xueming was stunned for a moment, and then he pushed back all the mist in his eyes and said, "Yes, I understand!"
"Listen to the arrangements made by Butler Feng in the next two days and send the old lady to Lu to recuperate. You will come back to the capital with me."
Chu Jinnian said: "Time is tight, I hope you won't delay too much."
"Yes!" Zhou Xueming agreed readily.
As dusk fell, dinner was served in the hall.
West Lake vinegar fish, jujube wood roast duck, Longjing shrimp, ham and vegetables, and radish slices with abalone sauce are all Chu Jinzhou's favorite dishes. The little guy has been rejoicing for the whole afternoon and is now very hungry, so he is eating happily.
"Eat slowly." Chu Jinnian took a towel and wiped the soup from the corner of his mouth: "No one is going to snatch it from you."
Chu Jinzhou slowed down a bit when he realized that he had behaved rudely.
Fifth update~ (End of this chapter)
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