Xiao Zhenzhu looked at Shen Yunsheng with a worried expression, her heart filled with envy and helplessness. She never imagined that this seemingly ordinary woman could earn five hundred taels of silver so easily.
This was an astronomical figure for her. The thought of working so hard every day just to barely make ends meet filled her with a sense of despair. How she wished she could have the same opportunities and abilities as Shen Yunsheng! But reality was cruel; she knew there was a huge gap between herself and Shen Yunsheng.
"Second sister-in-law, how many days do you plan to have Grandma stay at the county government office?"
Thinking about the reality, Xiao Zhenzhu couldn't help but ask.
Shen Yunsheng frowned slightly. "Pearl! I'm not too sure either. It depends on the old lady's specific behavior."
Xiao Zhenzhu smiled wryly. The old lady was a particularly strong-willed woman, and she would never back down under normal circumstances!
"Second sister-in-law, let the old lady stay in jail for a few more days and see if we can help her get rid of that bad habit."
Xiao Wenjing sighed helplessly, "I also hope so, but the old lady is getting old after all, and I'm afraid she won't be able to bear the suffering of imprisonment."
Xiao Zhenzhu nodded. She understood Xiao Wenjing's worries, but she also knew about the old lady's stubbornness.
"No matter what, we must teach the old lady a lesson this time," Xiao Zhenzhu said firmly.
Shen Yunsheng and his wife looked at each other, then changed the subject.
"Pearl, why don't you go in and check on your second uncle? We need to go to town to take care of some things," Shen Yunsheng casually said.
Xiao Zhenzhu nodded, said goodbye to everyone, and got up to enter the academy.
Shen Yunsheng and his wife, along with Xiao Wenjing and the old man, headed straight for Yanzi Town.
Baichuan Academy
After entering the academy, Xiao Zhenzhu went to the dormitory area to look for her father.
She saw her father engrossed in his studies at his desk.
He then softly called out "Father," and Xiao Wenkai looked up, smiling as he asked.
"Pearl, you've arrived. What can I do for you?"
"No...nothing much. My second brother and his wife went into town on business, and I just happened to come and see you." Xiao Zhenzhu walked to her father's side. "Dad, you studied really hard. You're sure to have a bright future."
Xiao Wenkai smiled and said, "Thank you for your encouragement, Pearl. I will study hard, strive to pass the imperial examinations, and give my family a better life."
Looking into her father's resolute eyes, Xiao Zhenzhu felt a surge of emotion.
She knew that her father had always been an ambitious man, but because of family reasons, he was unable to wholeheartedly pursue his dreams.
“Father, I believe you will be able to realize your dream,” Xiao Zhenzhu said firmly.
Xiao Wenkai nodded. "Yes, I will try my best. By the way, don't worry about your grandmother's matter, I will handle it."
Xiao Zhenzhu was shocked; her father already knew before she even told him.
Xiao Wenkai looked at his daughter and sighed softly, "Sigh! The old lady is too dramatic. Sometimes, I can't stand it either."
Xiao Zhenzhu's face was filled with sorrow whenever she thought of the old lady. She remained silent for a long time before sighing.
“Father! My second sister-in-law is the junior sister of Young Master Wuyou. Today, she casually took a bottle of ointment and sold it for five hundred taels of silver.”
Xiao Wenkai was filled with envy. He regretted splitting up the family business; if they hadn't, he would already have a share of that money.
“Dad, if you have time, please talk to my grandma and tell her to stop causing trouble. Every time she tries to cause trouble, she ends up failing, which is very disadvantageous for us.”
Hearing his daughter's words, Xiao Wenkai felt even worse. He secretly resolved to study harder and achieve something like Shen Yunsheng in the future.
"Pearl, you should also learn from your second sister-in-law and acquire more skills," Xiao Wenkai said earnestly.
Xiao Zhenzhu nodded. She knew she couldn't continue living like this, aimlessly. She had to work hard to change her fate and give her family a better life.
Just then, Xiao Wenkai suddenly received a letter. He opened it and a look of surprise appeared on his face.
"Pearl, this is the notice for the imperial examination in the capital!" Xiao Wenkai said excitedly. "I've finally waited for this opportunity!"
Xiao Zhenzhu was also happy for her father, knowing that this was his long-held dream.
"Father, you must prepare well and get good grades!" Xiao Zhenzhu encouraged.
Xiao Wenkai said confidently, "Don't worry, Pearl! I will do my best."
The father and daughter smiled at each other, their eyes filled with anticipation for the future.
Xiao Zhenzhu frowned, "By the way, Father! The current magistrate of our county looks exactly like my second sister-in-law's adoptive father. Could you have someone investigate this?"
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