Chapter 622: Shouldn’t Come Back

In the afternoon, Zhulan went to see Wu Ning. Wu Ning was ill. When she arrived at Wu Ning's room, she was lying with a red face. Zhulan said angrily, "Why didn't you call a doctor when you were ill yesterday?"

Wu Ning had a fever and her head was a little fuzzy. "I thought I was just catching a cold, but I didn't expect to pass out. I was fine this morning."

Zhu Lan looked at Wu Ning's weak appearance, and her anger subsided a little. "Auntie knows that you are worried about your brother. You should believe that your brother will be fine."

Wu Ning also wanted to believe her brother. In her heart, her brother had always been great. But swords have no eyes. She knew best how close her brother's county was to the border. "My brother will be fine."

Zhulan sighed. It was hard for the little girl. A lot had happened this year. First it was He Shu, then Wu Ming. It was good that the little girl didn't secretly wipe away her tears. "You have to take care of yourself. Don't let Wu Ming be fine, but you are the one who got sick."

Wu Ning's nose was sour. She thought of her eldest brother. After her grandparents passed away, her eldest brother supported the family, did a favor for her in the Zhou Mansion, and arranged a way out for her. Her eldest brother really suffered too much. Now her second brother is engaged, but her eldest brother is still single. "Auntie, next year my eldest brother's three-year mourning period will end, and he should have his own family."

The eldest brother can't devote his whole life to the three siblings. It's time for him to find someone who understands him. Whenever she thinks of the eldest brother sending away the second brother, arranging for the third brother, and facing danger alone, her heart aches.

Zhu Lan touched Wu Ning's hot forehead and said, "Auntie has taken note of this. Don't think too much about it and have a good rest."

Wu Ning closed her eyes dazedly, and Xue Han whispered, "She's asleep."

Zhulan stood up and said, "Please take better care of her. This girl has a hard time."

Xue Han nodded, "Yes, mother, the kitchen has already made arrangements. This year's dishes include those that Master Shi will like."

"good."

In the capital, in the Queen's bedroom, the Emperor rushed over immediately after hearing the news. When he entered the palace, he saw the kneeling Old Five and stopped in his tracks anxiously, "You can leave now."

Zhang Jinghong came back to his senses in shock, "Father, Father."

The emperor didn't even glance at Zhang Jinghong and quickly went to the back hall.

Zhang Jinghong felt his blood run cold. It was the first time he saw his father so anxious. His father cared a lot about his mother and was also the best to his eldest brother, the Crown Prince. As for him, he went over his own growth in his mind again and stood up staggeringly. He wanted to rush in and ask for clarification, but he didn't dare.

He was reluctant to give up his identity as the fifth prince. Thinking of how he had attacked the crown prince's son, he shuddered again and walked out of the hall with his head lowered. No matter whether he was being used or something else, he was currently the fifth prince.

As for finding out the truth of that year, there is no need for that. He doesn't care what the truth is. Although he is surprised, he wants to survive, so he also has things to do.

In the back hall, the queen knew who it was as soon as she heard the footsteps without turning around, "Why is the emperor here?"

The Emperor stepped forward and said, "I came here after hearing the news."

He was afraid that the fifth brother would irritate the empress, so he stared at the empress's face, and the calmer he was, the angrier he became.

The Queen said quietly, "We have been acting for so many years. Now that he has figured it out, he doesn't need to come here anymore. I don't think it will affect your plan!"

The emperor nodded, "The second brother and the others are not stupid. Even if they guessed it, they would not say anything. They would only be happy if someone pretended to occupy the position and would only wait until it was exposed. As for the fifth brother, he cannot lose his identity as a prince. Even if he guessed it in his heart, he would pretend that nothing happened and it would not affect him."

The queen looked up and said, "You don't have to tell me so much."

The emperor sighed. Even though the relationship had eased, there was still a rift between them. He earnestly hoped that Ning Xi's return would ease the rift a little.

In the evening, Zhou Shuren took Shi Qing to the study after dinner, "You shouldn't have come back."

This is not good for Shi Qing. Chang Lian and Rong Chuan will be in the capital next year, which has already attracted a lot of attention. Now Shi Qing is back again, which is not good for Shi Qing.

Shi Qing's eyes lit up a little, "Are you concerned about the students?"

Zhou Shuren paused, "I guess so."

Shi Qing did come back on purpose. He could have stayed away, but he came back anyway. He only thought about it for less than a day. He didn't like his home in the capital. This home was extremely cold. He really missed the days in Zhou Mansion, so he came, even though he knew it would attract attention and share the danger of Chang Lian and Rong Chuan. "My lord, even if the student doesn't come, the relationship between the student and the lord cannot be erased."

Zhou Shuren looked at Shi Qing, and the smile in his eyes became sincere. What he had done before was just a test. He wanted to know if Shi Qing was still the Shi Qing he knew after not seeing her for nearly a year. "Then you have to be more careful."

Shi Qing understood that Chang Lian and Rong Chuan were both in danger, not to mention him. However, he was confident. No matter how many risks there were, there were people protecting him. He was not afraid, so he followed his heart. It was really nostalgic, but it was a pity that the final relief was gone. After next year, he would no longer be Shi Qing.

Zhou Shuren asked, "But do you want to stay in Jinzhou for a few more days?"

Shi Qing smiled and said, "I will be back tomorrow. After I have dealt with the affairs at your house, I will come back to celebrate the New Year. I hope you will not bother me, sir."

Zhou Shuren really admired Shi Qing. As long as Shi Qing did not threaten the Zhou family, Zhou Shuren was willing to be more tolerant. "You and I have some teacher-student relationship. Don't worry, I won't bother you."

Shi Qing smiled. He knew in his heart that this teacher-student relationship only existed when there was no conflict. But who knows what will happen in the future. "You are the only teacher in the hearts of your students."

This is the true word. Even though there are many more people teaching him this year, he still doesn't take it to heart. Although Lord Zhou is an old fox, the first pair of people who taught him were different after all.

Zhulan waited for Zhou Shuren to come back, "You guys talked for a long time, an hour."

Two hours.

Zhou Shuren said as he took off his clothes, "We are talking about learning. This kid has made great progress in one year. With the Emperor's support in the capital, no one can suppress him. I think Chang Lian will be in the second place next year."

Zhulan, "Is this true?"

She thinks Chang Lian is very capable, with solid knowledge and a quick mind, and she is very optimistic about Chang Lian.

Zhou Shuren said, "Wang Ju is well-informed. She has inquired about the top figures from all over the country. There are many children from aristocratic families and many from major families in this session. This session is really intense."

After seeing the list of names, he didn't have much hope for Chang Lian, but he wasn't disappointed either. If he passed the exam, it would be a surprise, but if he failed, it would be fine to stay away from the capital.

Zhulan asked, "What about Rongchuan?"

Zhou Shuren frowned, "Rongchuan, Rongchuan always keeps a little bit of thought in everything he does, and never gives it 100%. If Rongchuan doesn't use his full strength, this kid will probably be annoying enough."

Zhu Lan said quietly, "Rong Chuan has developed the habit of not trying his best because he doesn't fight for anything. This is neither a good nor a good character."

Zhou Shuren, "They each have their own fate. It's getting late, let's rest."

(End of this chapter)