Chapter 209 The Fake Daughter of the Imperial Palace 15
Qiushan Academy is located on the hillside of Qiushan Mountain. Due to the academy's fame, many people come here to visit, and the original small village at the foot of the mountain has gradually developed into a large town.
Some smart villagers who knew how to judge the situation also started small businesses, selling daily necessities or providing accommodation, and made a lot of money every year.
Later, many businesses saw the business opportunity and moved here, and the town became more prosperous.
Students at Akiyama Academy have a day off once a month, and those who cannot go home due to long distances will come to the town for a walk.
Some come to relax and clear their heads after studying, while others come to buy things and replenish their daily necessities.
The academy provides three meals a day and accommodation, and also distributes a fixed amount of pens, ink, paper and inkstones on a regular basis.
But the food is just so-so. If you want to have a treat and improve the food occasionally, you have to take advantage of the day off.
Moreover, some people are rather wasteful with paper, and their monthly paper and ink supplies are often insufficient, which they need to replenish themselves; the academy will not provide any extra supplies.
Gradually, this day became the traditional market day in Qiushan Town.
Some people would come from far away carrying loads on their shoulders to sell vegetables they grew themselves, or wicker baskets and other items.
Therefore, the small street was really crowded with people.
"Why didn't you tell me this was the way it was?"
Duan Junze's brows were almost twisted into a knot, and he once again narrowly avoided a collision with the person next to him.
This was not his first time in town. He had lived in the town when he first started attending college.
But there weren't so many people at that time.
Today his classmates came to buy paper, and he thought since he had nothing to do anyway, he might as well go out and get some fresh air.
Who would have thought that there would be such a crowded scene! He had never seen such a scene before, and he felt very uncomfortable.
Chi Xiuqi wanted to put his arm around his shoulders, but he dodged. He didn't care and smiled with his big white teeth:
"You just came here and you're not used to it yet. Just come a few more times and you'll be fine. Don't you think more people will create a festive atmosphere?"
Don't think so.
Duan Junze pursed his lips. Normally, he couldn't stand noise and chaos. He would get a headache when others spoke very loudly.
He couldn't even stand if the items in the room were a little messy, let alone the current noisy and chaotic scene.
Duan Junze was so overwhelmed that he wished he could grow wings and fly back to the mountain. He absolutely, absolutely would not go out with Chi Xiuqi again!
Just when he couldn't help but run away, there was suddenly a commotion from behind, and exclamations came one after another, as if something incredible had happened.
"What's wrong? What's wrong?"
Chi Xiuqi liked it best and couldn't help but stand on tiptoe to see what was going on. Did someone fall and get trampled, or was it like in the script, "a bully molesting an innocent girl in the street"?
Unfortunately, there were too many people around, and the place was crowded. Behind the two of them happened to be a tall and strong man, who blocked their view completely. He jumped around for a long time but saw nothing.
Veins popped out on Duan Junze's forehead. Why did he think this guy was reliable in the first place? He was really blinded by appearances!
The commotion soon died down, but the crowd seemed to be being pulled back slowly.
Duan Junze was caught off guard and was bumped by people in front, behind, and on both sides. His face turned black and he almost sank to the point of dripping water.
There is a little person deep inside that no one knows is screaming:
“Ahhhh, it touched my clothes! It stepped on my shoes! Ahhhh, my hand was also hit! What should I do? I really want a heavy rain to wash me down right away!!”
Fortunately, the crowd soon quieted down. Duan Junze had just come out of his self-loathing when he was shocked to find that, perhaps because he had not moved, he was actually standing at the front of the crowd.
And most importantly, a path was cleared in the middle of the street that could accommodate two people walking side by side.
In an instant, his eyes lit up visibly. Help! Can he finally escape from here?
Duan Junze stepped out almost instinctively, walking forward along the empty road, his steps quick and hurried, as if there was a ghost chasing him from behind.
Hurry, hurry, hurry, get back to the academy as soon as possible, he really can't stay here for a moment!
"Why!"
Chi Xiuqi is holding Erkang's hand behind him. If you want to leave, you have to wait for me!
Unfortunately, the crowd did not disperse for them. The street was soon crowded again and everyone was walking in one direction.
Chi Xiuqi was swept forward by the surging crowd, and thought awkwardly, well, at least we have reached the same destination.
Duan Junze looked back and was immediately frightened and broke out in a cold sweat. He quickened his pace even more, determined not to be caught up!
If someone is on the roof, they can see a magical scene like this:
The crowd in front kept spreading to both sides, allowing a tall and a slightly shorter figure to pass through unimpeded.
Following closely behind the two men was a man in a long gown with his head lowered and walking hurriedly, and about a step away from the man, the sea of people kept closing in.
Like an hourglass, Duan Junze, who was eager to escape, was the intersection in the center.
Su Jingxi looked back at him several times, his brows furrowed deeper and deeper. Why did this man always follow them? It couldn't be that Ran'er's outfit could attract so many admirers, right?
There are indeed many people who admire and are obsessed with her along the way, but women are introverted and cautious, and will not easily express their admiration.
As for men, being a homosexual is no longer a refined thing nowadays. Once labeled like this, not only will their future be ruined, they will also forget about taking the imperial examinations. They will also be criticized by everyone, and even their family members will think that they have brought shame to their ancestors.
Even the marriages of children of marriageable age in the clan will be affected, which can be said to be a serious consequence.
So even if they were tempted, they would not dare to let others know. At most, they would take a few more glances, think about it day and night, and it would become the most unspeakable secret in their hearts.
Although Su Jingxi was very unhappy that someone was secretly coveting Ran'er, she didn't show any reaction. It was impossible for him to kill everyone just because they looked at her a few more times, right?
How many people would have to be killed? I guess there would be rivers of blood along the way.
Fortunately, they didn't stay in each place for long and left quickly, and they didn't encounter any particularly difficult people.
This is the first time I have encountered someone chasing me so closely.
Su Jingxi looked around. There were too many people around, so it was not appropriate to start a dispute. If the dispute got out of hand, it would be bad for Ran'er's reputation.
Besides, this place is at the foot of the academy mountain. There are so many students here that there is no guarantee that the news will not spread to the mountain. Ran'er will have to stay here for more than half a year, and he doesn't want her to have any unhappiness in her academy life.
Su Jingxi had no choice but to swallow his anger for the time being. After he settled down and found out who this man was, he would definitely put him in a sack and beat him up!
Duan Junze didn't notice anything. He just followed his instinct and went to the open place.
He really couldn't stand being so close to strangers all the time. He felt like his body was covered with thorns, which didn't prick others but only hurt himself.
The three of them walked "harmoniously" one after the other until they were out of the city.
"How long are you going to follow me?"
Su Jingxi deliberately led the person to a more secluded place and stopped only after making sure that there was no one else around. However, he saw that the young man was still walking forward and was about to bump into Su Youran.
Su Jingxi's eyes flashed with a sinister look. Throw yourself into his arms? You don't know whether to live or die!
He put a finger against the other's shoulder, full of impatience: "What on earth do you want to do?"
Duan Junze's gaze fell on the finger and he suddenly took several steps back. His handsome face couldn't help but show a hint of forbearance, like a good girl who was being teased.
Su Jingxi:? ?
This person must be seriously ill!
Su Youran burst out laughing, and her laughter sounded like a string of silver bells, which was particularly touching in this quiet mountain forest.
A few crisp chirps were heard not far away, as if the birds were responding to her.
Duan Junze raised his head a beat late, and when his eyes met that face as bright as spring flowers, he couldn't help but be stunned.
His teeth are like braided shells, his lips are painted red, his stones are like jade, his pines are like emerald. What a handsome young man, one of a kind in the world!
Duan Junze blinked. How could someone look like this... She was so beautiful that her gender was almost blurred. Even a grown man like him couldn't help but feel his heart pounding when he saw her.
"Hello!"
Su Jingxi pulled Su Youran behind him and said sullenly, “Don’t follow us anymore. If anything happens, don’t blame me for not warning you.”
Duan Junze frowned. What do you mean stop following them?
Su Jingxi didn't care about his expression and took Su Youran's hand and left. It was getting late, so they had to go up the mountain early.
When they arrived at Qiushan Town, they heard that it was the once-a-month market day. Su Youran was in a rare mood and stayed to stroll around, while the others escorted their luggage to the academy first.
I guess everything is settled now.
Duan Junze was stunned, stood there for a moment, and then decisively followed.
Su Jingxi turned around and glared: "You..."
Are you a dog-skin plaster? Why are you haunting me?
"My dear brother." Duan Junze bowed, expressionless, "I am a student of Qiushan Academy. This road is the only way to go up the mountain. I have no choice but to go with you. I hope you can forgive me."
It's not that I have to follow you, it's just a coincidence that our destinations are the same.
The words that Su Jingxi wanted to say were stuck in his throat. After a careful look, he noticed that the other person did have something that looked like a token hanging around his waist.
Duan Junze noticed his gaze, took off the token and handed it to the two of them. The words "Qiu Shan" on it were simple and majestic, and there was also a "Tian" at the bottom corner.
"I'm in the Tianzi class."
Qiushan Academy generally only accepts students between the ages of fourteen and twenty. Admission not only requires the recommendation of famous teachers and scholars, but also requires passing relevant assessments. Only those who pass all the tests can officially enter the academy.
After admission, students are divided into four classes, namely "Tian, Di, Xuan, and Huang", according to their academic performance. The Tian class is the best and is equipped with the best teachers and resources, while the other three classes are ranked in decreasing order.
However, the number of students in each class is not always fixed.
The college teachers will make an evaluation based on the students' learning situation, various performances, and the results of the monthly major examinations.
If you fail to meet the standards, you will automatically be demoted to a lower grade. If you exceed expectations or make great progress, you can enter the next higher grade.
If you always rank at the bottom of the yellow class, you may be asked to drop out early.
Here, knowledge is the only criterion for evaluating a person. No matter how valuable your status is, if you are unqualified, you are unqualified and you will be persuaded to quit.
Every parent would be proud of their child being able to study at Akiyama Academy. On the contrary, if their child is persuaded to drop out, they will be labeled as "an incorrigible child".
Therefore, the learning atmosphere in the academy is very strong, and no one dares to take it lightly for fear of being left behind.
As Su Youran walked, she asked Duan Junze about the academy: "So you live alone now?"
"Um."
Duan Junze looked sideways at her, and for some reason he suddenly blushed:
"I had a roommate before, but he didn't pass the assessment and went to the Level Class. He moved to a new dormitory with me, so the activities of each class are not together."
Hmm, that's how it is...
Su Youran nodded her chin. Although on the surface she said that she didn’t care about status and treated everyone equally, it also depended on the situation.
For example, even if the Royal Family is useless, it is not easy for them to be assigned to the Yellow Class directly, right?
Where is the royal dignity?
No matter how noble you are, Qiushan, as long as you are within the territory of Dayin, you have to give face to the royal family.
Otherwise, why was even Su Jingtai assigned to the Tianzi class, and it was said that he passed every assessment with mediocre scores.
"My cousin and I should be in the Tianzi class."
Su Youran smiled, “Maybe we’ll become roommates.”
Duan Junze paused and couldn't help pursing his lips. He was worried that the smile on his lips was too obvious and would make him look strange.
In fact, he really didn't like living in the same room with others, and he didn't get along well with his previous roommate.
Because he has very high requirements for the placement and tidiness of items, he has to tidy them up many times every day.
The other party, on the other hand, was a person who was used to being served, but the academy did not allow servants to be brought along, so his things were placed in a particularly messy manner, and over time, even he became quite slovenly.
Duan Junze talked to him several times, but he didn't change. Instead, he expected him to help him clean up.
After a while, the relationship between the two people dropped to the freezing point. To be honest, Duan Junze was relieved that the other party was transferred this time.
Living alone during this period of time is so comfortable that I wish no one would come here again.
Who would have thought that two new classmates would come so soon, and it was really possible that they would be assigned to the same class with him.
Logically, he should be upset, but when the target becomes the young boy next to him...
Duan Junze not only did not feel depressed at all, but instead felt a little bit expectant and excited.
If it were him, he would be willing to help him clean up.
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I'm sorry that I didn't update twice yesterday. I'm really sorry. First, I was having my period and it was really uncomfortable. Second, I was in a really low mood. The two combined made me a useless fish...
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