The winter exams at Linghui Academy mainly focus on literacy and arithmetic, with current events as a secondary consideration. The academicians of Linghui Academy hope that all the girls who enroll will have independent thinking.
Therefore, the assessment of current hot topics is also very important. Jiang Ling looked at Jiang Suihe, who was a little nervous in the carriage, and said softly, "Suihe, don't think too much, just do your best!"
Jiang Suihe nodded nervously and asked in a low voice, "Mother, what if I... what if I fail the winter exam?"
Seeing the worry and tension in Jiang Suihe's eyes, Jiang Ling smiled gently and comforted her, "What's wrong with that? Linghui Academy has summer exams in addition to winter exams! As long as you want to study, your mother will support you to the end. Be confident, our Suihe is the smartest!"
As she spoke, Jiang Ling gently patted Jiang Suihe's head.
Looking at Jiang Ling's determined eyes, Jiang Suihe secretly vowed that she must get into Linghui Academy and not let her mother down.
The carriage soon arrived at the entrance of Linghui Academy in Pingxi County. As soon as Jiang Ling and the children got off, they saw Magistrate Duan standing not far away.
When Magistrate Duan saw Jiang Ling's family, he walked over. Jiang Ling was a little surprised, but she still led the children to pay their respects to Magistrate Duan.
"Suihe, keep it up! You'll definitely get into Linghui Academy!" Magistrate Duan said to Jiang Suihe with a smile.
Jiang Suihe nodded nervously, even taking a half-step back in fear.
Jiang Ling gently patted Jiang Suihe's head and said to Magistrate Duan, "My daughter doesn't usually grow up, please forgive her, sir."
To ease the awkwardness, Magistrate Duan said, "It's nothing, it's getting late, you should go inside first!"
Jiang Ling nodded and led Jiang Suihe toward the gate of Linghui Academy. The academicians of Linghui Academy were standing at the gate, watching the girls come in one after another.
When Jiang Suihe appeared, the academicians of Linghui Academy clearly had a hint of doubt in their eyes. Jiang Ling was not surprised. The girls who could study here were all from wealthy and noble families. Girls like Suihe, who dressed simply, were almost never seen.
Actually, Jiang Ling could afford fine silks and satins now, but she didn't want to be high-profile, since no one knew who might be jealous of her.
"Hey, how can you be so blind! Are you blind?" The sharp, piercing voice made Jiang Ling frown in displeasure.
The girl, dressed in a purple gown, pointed at Jiang Suihe with her eyebrows raised and spoke arrogantly.
"I'm...I'm sorry..." Jiang Suihe was startled by the girl's arrogant attitude, and she quickly apologized.
The girl's disdainful gaze swept over Jiang Suihe, and she clicked her tongue in contempt when she saw Jiang Suihe's coarse linen clothes.
"Academician Liu, today is the winter exam, so you'd better keep a close eye on things. If some petty thief sneaks in and steals something, losing the item is a small matter, but ruining the reputation of your academy is a big one!" Jiang Ling found the girl's sharp and shrill voice extremely uncomfortable.
The academician, who was mentioned, looked somewhat awkwardly at the girl in purple and Jiang Ling and her son. After a few seconds, he said, "Miss Qian, please go in first!"
Seeing that Academician Liu did not speak up for her, Miss Qian felt she had lost face. She raised her head, snorted loudly, and walked inside arrogantly.
"Are you two also here to participate in the winter exam?" Academician Liu asked Jiang Ling and her daughter with a kind look.
Jiang Ling nodded and gently patted Jiang Suihe on the shoulder. She then said to Academician Liu, "Hello, Academician Liu, this is my daughter, Jiang Suihe. She's here today to participate in the winter exam!"
Academician Liu nodded and didn't say anything more, but simply pointed inside.
"Go for it! Mom, brother, and Qianyu are waiting for you at the door!" Jiang Ling said to Jiang Suihe with a smile.
Jiang Suihe was a little nervous at first, but seeing her mother's smiling lips filled her with strength. She nodded and said seriously, "Mother, don't worry, I won't let you down!"
With that, he turned and walked into Linghui Academy.
The winter exam would take at least half a day, so Jiang Ling planned to take the children to Pingxi County to buy some things.
First, they went to a mala tang (spicy hot pot) shop. Just then, Zhao Erleng's wife returned from grocery shopping and was very surprised to see Jiang Ling.
"Hey girl, what brings you here?" Zhao Erleng's wife quickly wiped her hands with her apron and greeted her warmly.
“My Suihe is so well-behaved today! As her mother, I was worried and came with her!” Jiang Ling said.
Zhao Erleng's wife covered her mouth in surprise when she heard this. She seemed not to have expected that Jiang Ling really intended to send her daughter to study at the county academy.
To ease the awkwardness, Zhao Erleng's wife quickly took out an account book from the counter and placed it in front of Jiang Ling, saying, "Since you're here now, why don't you take a look at this account book?"
Jiang Ling smiled slightly. Her purpose in coming today was not to "surprise attack" the mala tang stall, but simply to drop off Jiang Suihe and take a look at the mala tang stall.
To avoid any misunderstanding from Zhao Erleng's wife, Jiang Ling pushed the account book in front of her and said with a smile, "Sister-in-law Erleng, don't misunderstand. I was just passing by today. I trust you about the account book!"
Zhao Erleng's wife did not refuse after hearing this, and said to Jiang Ling with a smile: "Sister, thanks to you, business is booming now. However, the space is limited. Some people want to leave as soon as they see there is no room. This problem has always been a real headache for me!"
Jiang Ling smiled after hearing this. Actually, this solution was very easy to solve, but she didn't tell Zhao Erleng's wife directly.
She hoped that Zhao Erleng's wife could truly mature after taking over the mala tang shop, instead of always thinking of coming to her whenever something happened.
Thinking of this, Jiang Ling smiled and said, "Sister-in-law Er Leng, this solution is actually quite simple. Have you considered why those diners left?"
Zhao Erleng's wife stroked her chin and thought for a long time before stammering, "Is it... because I lack patience?"
Jiang Ling was very pleased to hear this. She even thought that Zhao Erleng's wife had a talent for doing business. She nodded in satisfaction and said, "Yes, now that we know the reason, it's easier. We can find a solution based on this reason!"
Encouraged by Jiang Ling, Zhao Erleng's wife was very happy. She continued to think, and Jiang Ling did not urge her. She just waited quietly for Zhao Erleng's wife to answer.
"Hmm... Sister, do you think this is okay?" Zhao Erleng's wife then poured out her thoughts to Jiang Ling in a nutshell.
Zhao Erleng's wife's idea was indeed good. Even Jiang Ling was slightly surprised. She nodded in satisfaction and said to Zhao Erleng's wife, "This method is very good. You can try it and see how it works!"
Encouraged once again, Zhao Erleng's wife became even more confident. She looked at Jiang Ling gratefully and said, "Oh my, I don't know how to thank you enough! You're a living Bodhisattva!"
After hearing this, Jiang Ling just smiled slightly and didn't say anything. Then, Jiang Ling carefully checked the quality of the vegetables and meat, as well as the cleanliness of the house.
After reminding Zhao Erleng's wife again to pay attention to food hygiene, he left.
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