The way he said it made him seem quite aggrieved.
Mr. Qin was completely baffled. So this kid had a legitimate reason for hitting people, since he had warned them beforehand, but they just didn't listen.
"Sir, don't listen to his excuses! He's so young and he can still come up with these reasons to hit someone. Who knows how wicked he is!"
The boy was worried that Mr. Qin would side with the dog, so he spoke loudly and his attitude was very bad.
The dog wasn't afraid of him at all, and faced him directly, saying, "You judge me and call me lowly just because of my name. You're the ones who are truly wicked! You look down on country folk, yet you still eat the food they grow. How lowly can you be?"
His grandmother and mother were both top-notch swearers, and he learned a lot from them since childhood. In addition, he went to school and expanded his vocabulary, so he was not afraid at all when facing so many people by himself.
"The academy is for studying, not for you to look down on people. Even the Emperor praised my name as cute, yet you call it lowly. Do you think the Emperor is wrong? If you want to kick me out, you should show me your own strength, not rely on your lowly status to intimidate me. I'm not afraid! Humph!"
"You insulted me first, but I also hit you. I don't need your apologies, and I won't apologize to you. If you're not satisfied, then come and hit me!"
He wasn't really confident when he said that. The ones he had just fought were those who didn't know any martial arts. But there were so many people in the Imperial Academy, and quite a few of them knew martial arts, and they were all older than him. If it really came down to a fight, he might not be a match for them.
But he told himself that he must not back down. If he couldn't win, he would take the beating and wait for his parents to come back so they could back him up!
My mother always said that if you haven't done anything wrong, you must never bow your head!
Thinking of this, he stood even straighter.
Mr. Qin was quite surprised. For such a young child to have such courage, it was no wonder that his father could become a general of the second rank at such a young age. Indeed, like father, like son.
At the same time, Mr. Qin also understood why the emperor liked this child so much, and even wanted to build a special training ground for him and add a martial arts class.
It's because this child is really likable, passionate, indomitable, and admirable.
Mr. Qin gave Gou'er an approving look, patted his little head, and said approvingly, "Good boy, you're right."
After saying that, amidst everyone's shocked gazes, he turned sternly to the other students and said, "Lu Ziyu is right. This is a place for studying. Here, you are all just students. There is no distinction between superior and inferior. Doing your studies well is your main task, not doing something as disgraceful as making fun of your classmates' names! It's one thing for the children in this class to be young and ignorant, but you, who have studied so many classic texts, are also making a fool of yourselves. Go back and reflect on your actions. Don't cause any more trouble! Disperse!"
The crowd was indignant, but they were also afraid of the teacher's authority and dared not say anything more, thinking they would complain when they got home that night.
If things don't work out with the gentleman, then we'll take it to the imperial court. We'll get rid of this peasant!
The crowd dispersed, still unconvinced. Gou'er then bowed solemnly to Mr. Qin and said, "Thank you for helping me out of this predicament. When my mother returns, I will ask her to treat your illness."
Mr. Qin: ...
For a moment, I didn't know what to say!
With a mix of emotions, Mr. Qin finally gave a wry smile and asked, "How did you know I was unwell?"
"Sir, you look unwell and your voice is weak. It's obvious you're not in good health. Although I don't know anything about medicine, my mother taught me a little, so I can vaguely tell. Don't worry, sir, my mother is very skilled!"
The dog proudly introduced its mother, its eyes curving into crescent moons. The young prince beside it thought the dog was practically glowing.
Mr. Qin smiled sincerely and said, "Your mother cured the Emperor's illness, so she is naturally very capable. Go back and sit down, let's continue the lesson."
He Jiuniang's medical skills are indeed remarkable, but his health...
Sigh, let's not talk about it. Anyway, he doesn't have much hope. He's too old to live more than a few years anyway, so he'll just take it one step at a time.
The dog responded and went back to sit down with the young prince to continue listening to the lecture. Meanwhile, news of what had happened in the academy had already reached the palace.
After hearing his subordinate's report, the old emperor sneered and said to the old eunuch beside him, "Go and tell the Crown Prince that I will personally attend the morning court tomorrow."
The old eunuch was taken aback. The emperor hadn't concerned himself with court affairs for a long time, so why was he suddenly...?
Could it be that they're unwilling to relinquish control again?
Or perhaps...
He dared not think too much and hurriedly went to inform the Crown Prince.
Consort Liu, who was standing nearby, was also puzzled. After the old eunuch left, Consort Liu continued to massage the old emperor's shoulders and asked in a gentle voice, "Why did Your Majesty suddenly have to go to court? Is it because of Young Master Lu?"
"Yes," the old emperor readily admitted, "I really like that child, and his parents entrusted him to my care. He was bullied on his very first day at the academy. If I don't step in, those people really won't take me seriously!"
With such a major event happening today, there will definitely be officials impeaching Lu Baichuan at tomorrow's morning court session. Lu Baichuan has risen too quickly and has never had any dirt on him that others could use against him. This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, and tomorrow's morning court session is sure to be very exciting.
The old emperor, however, insisted on personally overseeing the situation and supporting Gou'er.
The old emperor's explanation shocked Consort Liu. To be honest, it wasn't a big deal, but the old emperor valued it so much. She felt that the old emperor's feelings for He Jiuniang's family went beyond simply hoping that He Jiuniang would treat his illness well; it was more like that of an old father protecting his child.
However, in terms of blood relations, He Jiuniang and her husband had absolutely no connection with the old emperor, and the old emperor had never treated his own children this well.
No wonder the princes and princesses in the harem were jealous and envious.
Consort Liu smiled and said, "It is Young Master Lu's good fortune to have the Emperor's protection."
The old emperor shook his head: "I'm old. After so many years on this throne, I don't think I've ever done anything good. Now it's too late to make amends."
As he spoke, the old emperor sighed. During this time, he had come to understand many things.
Consort Liu didn't dare to speak at all, not understanding why the old emperor would suddenly speak ill of her like this, which was a major taboo!
"My beloved concubine, I really am not a good emperor, am I?"
He turned to look at Consort Liu, his eyes filled with disappointment and dejection.
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