Xu Yuehua nodded.
No matter what, you can't let people look down on you. "Yes, it's great value for money, very good quality and inexpensive."
Upon returning home, Xu Yuehuai took out one hundred taels of the money that Lord Huang had given him as a reward.
The next day, he indeed took the three little ones to the ancestral hall.
Ah Qi, carrying the long sword, swaggered through the city. As soon as he entered the ancestral hall, several little ones approached him with smiles, "Oh my, what's that? What's so great about that sword? Hehehe."
"Look at that little girl, her clothes are so bright and colorful. People in Beijing would never dress like that. She's a real country bumpkin."
"And that child, look how thin he is, like a piece of paper."
Everyone started talking at once.
Xu Yuehuai was furious when she heard this, but she didn't show it. She squatted down in front of the three little ones and gave them instructions one by one. First, she said to Aqi, "Don't bring trouble upon me. I've already thought of many ways to get you into school. Others know that you're just scrap metal, but you know that you're a treasure."
"I won't pay any attention to them." Ah Qi was always proud and naturally wouldn't stoop to their level.
What's more, this scrap metal has been used to kill people.
But Jiang Shichen was different. When he heard people say that he was physically weak, his mood immediately soured.
Seeing Jiang Shichen like this, Xu Yuehuai half-squatted in front of him, straightening the creases on his clothes as she said, "A person with knowledge and learning naturally exudes elegance. Don't pay attention to them now. Remember one thing: you are here to study. You will become a top scholar in the future. You must bring honor to your ancestors and make my mother and me live a good life. Study for the future and don't listen to these rumors."
Jiang Shichen nodded.
He spoke in a muffled voice, sounding somewhat depressed.
"but……"
He muttered, "We're children, and they're children too. Why are children from the capital considered superior to children from our poor, remote villages?"
“There are a lot of snobs in the capital,” Xu Yuehuai explained. “They insist on dividing people into different classes, and they are so self-righteous, calling people superior and inferior. You should not look down on people like that.”
after all……
Xu Yuehuai had indeed come up with many ways to get them admitted to school.
The children seemed to understand, but nodded reluctantly.
How can we explain the harsh realities of life to these innocent children?
Forget it, let's keep quiet for now. When they grow up, they'll know that the capital city isn't as perfect as it seems.
Not wanting to stay and interfere with the three children any longer, she gently stood up, smiled sweetly, and said, "You'll have to work hard in the future. Grandma will take her leave now."
The three little ones bid each other a reluctant farewell.
With my child starting school, a huge weight was lifted off my shoulders.
Xu Yuehuai felt her pace lighten considerably. Back at the inn, Zhou Wan was still busy running around. Upon her arrival, Zhou Wan wiped the table while asking rapidly, "Mother, have you made all the arrangements? What are they lacking? They're all wild children from the countryside; will they be able to adapt?"
"We're like grass that takes root wherever we land, so we'll be fine anywhere. Don't worry."
Xu Yuehuai took a sip of tea. "You should take a break recently."
"Look at me when I arrive in the capital," Zhou Wan said, tossing down the rag and turning around to show Xu Yuehuai her full of pride. "I'm full of energy, glowing with health, as light as a feather, less anxious, and in much better shape."
She smiled happily, "This inn now belongs to Grandma and Third Aunt, so it's their own property. How can I slack off?"
"But you should also get some rest, shouldn't you?"
Xu Yuehuai's earnest words made Zhou Wan feel uneasy.
Thinking back to Xu Yuehuai's previous wicked behavior, it was as if he had become a completely different person.
The two exchanged a smile, and Xu Yuehuai continued, "I've found a long-term worker. From now on, you'll be in management. Also, how's your performance going? Have you made any progress?"
“Mother will take the test.”
Zhou Wan is meticulous and thorough in her work. Xu Yuehuai nodded and asked a lot of questions about three-digit addition and subtraction in one go.
Zhou Wan spoke without hesitation.
Xu Yuehuai checked the calculation and found it to be indeed impressive. She then grabbed Zhou Wan's hand.
"You should stop cleaning now. If you take on the role of accountant, I'm worried that others will run amok."
At this point, he took out a box of pearl powder and gave it to Zhou Wan.
Zhou Wan was flattered and surprised. "What?"
"The pearl powder I gave you," Xu Yuehuai said, "is for beauty and skin care, and... Look at you, you should take care of yourself after you come to the capital. Don't be a bitter, haggard housewife like before. Go shopping more and get clothes tailored to your size."
"Mother," Zhou Wan said, tears of gratitude streaming down her face.
Xu Yuehuai simply laughed it off.
Just then, the two heard the sound of firecrackers.
"Who's getting married?" Xu Yuehuai listened intently.
Shortly after, Third Sister arrived in a huff, filled with indignation.
"Good heavens," Third Sister's voice trembled with anger, "There are rules in every trade, how could they do this? Ah Yue, you don't know, there's an old Li's restaurant that opened across the street from us."
Xu Yuehuai looked bewildered.
They've never offended anyone since they started operating here, but now someone is disregarding industry norms and starting to provoke them.
"Let's go out and take a look."
Driven by curiosity, the group went outside.
Upon closer inspection, it was indeed a new store opening across the street.
Firecrackers crackled and drums resounded, creating a lively and festive atmosphere.
Third Sister was furious. "The rules of our Chang'an City stipulate that businesses of the same trade cannot be set up nearby. So it's still unknown who is stealing whose business."
Xu Yuehuai smiled and pointed, "You know the Li family?"
"I don't know her," Third Sister scoffed. "Who knows what kind of person she is? Isn't this intentional?"
Even if you know the other party did it intentionally, what can you do?
Xu Yuehuai said, "Be generous. Since they've come, let's make the best of it and go over to offer our congratulations."
"I'm not going, you go if you want to."
...
Fifteen minutes later, Xu Yuehuai and his two companions arrived on the other side.
The shopkeeper's name is Li Feng.
This man, in his early thirties, had a round face and always had a slight upturn at the corners of his mouth before speaking, giving him a friendly, approachable smile that was enough to attract customers.
"You are the distinguished guests I am hosting today. We must take care of each other in the future, neighbors."
"That's right, that's right." No matter what she was thinking, Xu Yuehuai was completely discreet.
On the contrary, the impatient Third Sister was already furious. The more she saw the other party smiling, the more unbalanced she felt. "I hope we can get along peacefully in the future."
Xu Yuehuai and his group were seated in a private room.
It was clearly specially prepared by someone, and the food was delicious, just home-style cooking.
Xu Yuehuai chewed slowly and carefully, "Look how well they make this braised duck, it's fatty but not greasy. And this cold winter bamboo shoot salad is much more flavorful than ours. You should try this spicy crayfish."
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