Shao Ming was going back to pay respects to his ancestors, so Jiang Shuyun asked for leave from the academy. He was going to take Shao Ming and Shao Ning back with him.
Mu Yi'an did not go back. This time, the trip was rushed, and she would not stay for too long.
After seeing Jiang Shuyun and the others off, Mu Yi'an still had matters to attend to at the estate.
The drought is over, but there are still many things to be done.
Jiang Shuyun, along with her son, nephew, Li Li, and others, arrived in Xinyuan County. The journey was relatively smooth.
Although it hasn't rained for more than two months, the drought is quite severe.
However, nothing horrific happened in Xinyuan County. After the heavy rain, the fields were filled with farmers rushing to plant new crops.
The temperature here is alright; at least we can still plant one crop of vegetables.
Jiang Shuyun and the others went home to wash up before carrying their things to Jiang's parents' house.
"Father, Mother, we're back."
"Grandpa, Grandma."
Shao Ming and Shao Ning bowed and were helped up by their grandparents.
"Get up, get up, are you tired? Are you seasick?"
Jiang's mother looked at her two grandsons and felt happy.
"Returning to pay respects to our ancestors?"
"Yes, I also have something to discuss with Dad."
Jiang Shuyun felt a little better seeing her parents, who were still in relatively good health.
“Eldest son, tell the kitchen to prepare food. They’ve been on a boat all the way, they must not have eaten well.”
Jiang's mother called out to her eldest daughter-in-law, and Jiang's sister-in-law, who was talking to Shao Ning, quickly wiped away her tears and went to the kitchen.
"Let's go to the study to talk."
Jiang Shuyun followed her father into the study, while Shao Ming and Shao Ning kept Jiang's mother company.
"What's wrong? Tell me."
"It's not a big deal. Although Shao Ning failed the exam this time, Master Yuan from the school said that Shao Ning has a good talent for studying, but his foundation is a bit weak."
Master Yuan wanted to take Shao Ning to the school to continue his studies and study diligently for a few years.
I think I can't make the decision on this myself; I need to ask my elder brother and sister-in-law and Shao Ning for their opinions.
"I was just about to bring Shao Ming back to pay respects to our ancestors, so we came back together."
Jiang Shuyun didn't know what his father was thinking, and he needed to hear his father's opinion on this matter.
"What did Yi'an say about this?"
Jiang's father has lived to such an old age and understands many things clearly.
The second daughter-in-law is methodical in her work, manages her small family well, is filial to them, and is not stingy.
However, she always maintained a certain distance from her relatives.
Not only with her husband's family, but also with her own family's relatives, she wasn't particularly close.
Well, she's not too concerned about money, but she draws an invisible line and always acts within that line.
"Yi'an didn't say anything. I thought that Shao Ning is older and more sensible. He has studied for so many years, so there is not much he needs us to take care of."
We really can't take care of babies that are too small; it's a huge responsibility.
Moreover, I thought that if I only brought Shao Ning along, the other children would have their own opinions.
However, we are powerless to help, as we have five children at home.
At most, select those who are capable, bring them along, and give them a chance.
I'm thinking of bringing Shao Ning and Shao Kun with me this time.
Shao Kun and Shao Yun are about the same age and both are very interested in martial arts. If Mr. and Mrs. Shuwen don't mind their child developing in that direction, I can take him with me.”
Jiang Shuyun didn't mention Yi'an's thoughts; he was left to decide. Whether things turned out well or badly, no one could blame Yi'an.
"You've thought it through very well. You should take care of your own children. As uncles and aunts, you've already done a great job by providing an opportunity for a talented child."
Shao Kun isn't good at studying, as Shu Wen knows. If he could pass the imperial military examination in the future, that would be a good path for him.
The couple should decide this matter themselves, and they will bear the consequences themselves if anything happens in the future.
Shao Ning is a quiet boy, but he can endure hardship. If he studies hard in the prefectural city for a few years, he might go further than your older brother in the future.”
Jiang's father thought about his grandsons and decided that Shao Qin had given up on the imperial examinations and was looking for something he wanted to do.
Shao Qiu is still young, so it's hard to tell what's going on. As for Shao Rong and Shao Ke, it's hard to say right now either.
"What are Shao Ming's plans for the future? Will he continue studying at the school?"
"Shao Ming wants to apply to Bailu Academy and is already preparing."
He was only thirteen years old and in no hurry to participate in the autumn imperial examination.
I plan to let him study diligently for a few more years, and then participate in the autumn examination when his thoughts have matured.
In recent years, whenever possible, let him travel. Read ten thousand books and travel ten thousand miles.
The entire Dali Dynasty is so vast; he needs to go out and see it, to understand the lives of ordinary people. The more he sees, the less likely he is to make mistakes in the future.
This was a decision made jointly by Jiang Shuyun and Shao Ming, and Mr. Liang also supported it.
The Dali Dynasty was vast, and Shao Ming wanted to go out and experience different customs, cultures, and all walks of life.
"This is a great idea. Seeing more things broadens one's horizons and opens one's mind."
He's too young; there's no rush to take the exams. Being too young, aside from a good reputation, doesn't offer much practical help.
Jiang's father also realized that the child was too young and had a simplistic view of many things, making him easily led astray.
After the father and son had finished talking, Jiang's mother called Shuyun out for dinner.
In the evening, Brother Jiang returned, and Jiang Shuwen's family also came over.
After having a meal together, Jiang Shuyun brought up the topic of her child's schooling.
"Second brother, don't worry. Shao Kun has liked following Shao Yun since he was a child, and he still does now."
I've been talking about it for ages since I came back from the prefectural city last time.
Jiang Shuwen was naturally happy. Shao Kun wasn't good at studying, so if he stayed at home, he would at most help him manage the shop, and there was no future for him.
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