In her impression, her eldest cousin was dull and gentle, and he looked 90% like her uncle. She guessed that the letter was written by her elder brother Li Changgen in his eldest cousin's voice. She had long heard that this man was very good at reading. , it is reasonable for the mountain chief to take a fancy to him.
Cuiping nodded repeatedly without asking who Li Qiusui bought the cotton coat for.
Early the next morning, Li Qiusui got up early and washed up. After breakfast, Cuiping came in.
He put the bag of things he brought on the table and said, "Girl, everything is complete. I said hello. Old Man Hu has left the carriage for us, and there are still some things left in the carriage. Look, we When are you leaving?"
"We'll leave after you've had breakfast."
After running around all morning, Cuiping didn't bother to buy a bite of food. He didn't feel much just now, but when the girl said it, he was really hungry.
I went to the academy today and didn't know if I would be back sooner or later. I didn't know if I would have time to go to the house in the east of the city, so Cuizhu was sent by Li Qiusui to go there first.
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Songyun Academy is located to the west of the city. It is named because it is halfway up Songyun Mountain. It is extremely famous in Yinzhou and even the surrounding cities.
It is said that the mountain chief is a local. The number one scholar selected by the imperial court twenty years ago refused to become an official in the imperial court and opened this academy after returning to his hometown. Over the years, many students have gone out of the academy, and now many of them have become successful, and the reputation of the academy has become even more widespread.
"Girl, that's Songyun Academy!"
Li Qiusui followed Cuiping's finger and looked out of the car window. He could vaguely see a group of houses and students in twos and threes wearing Tsing Yi.
"Can the carriage go directly?"
The road is not very spacious, and if a carriage is approaching, it will be difficult to pass by.
Cuiping had never been here before. If the carriage couldn't catch up, he would have to walk, so he said, "I'll ask Father Hu."
Li Qiusui nodded.
Cuiping murmured to Father Hu who was sitting on the edge of the car for a while, and when he came back, he said to Li Qiu Sui: "Dad Hu said that even though you can see the academy from here, you really have to walk up there and it takes a lot of effort. He sent the second young master here, and he knows that there is another way to go, but it is a little detour, and it is much faster than walking. He asked me to ask your opinion!"
"Take a detour." Li Qiusui said.
It's rare to have a day off, and the sun is rising now, so naturally I can do whatever I can to save time.
When they arrived at the stone tablet with the word "Songyun" written on it in the academy, Li Qiusui led Cuiping out of the carriage.
Someone dressed as a student was looking this way, and with a smile on his face, he walked over to find someone to ask.
Li Changhe or Li Changgen, no matter which one it is, if you find one person, there is no need to ask about the other one.
Li Changhe was considered an extremely unknown person in the academy, while Li Changgen was considered a thunderous one.
The person who was tripped up by the Cui screen and asked questions was thirteen or fourteen years old, wearing a washed white cotton gown. He was a little impatient at first, but when he heard Li Changgen's name, he seemed extremely excited.
"The girl is looking for Li Changgen. Then will you go to the academy with me to look for him, or will you stand here and wait for me to find him?"
"That's really troublesome for you!" Cuiping said politely.
"It's easy, how can it be considered trouble? Girl, let me tell you, this guy Li Changgen and I are both from Qingniu County. Although we haven't exchanged a few words, we are genuine fellow villagers. That guy is promising. The mountain chief is very interested in him and he is determined to accept him as his disciple."
No wonder people were so enthusiastic when they heard Li Changgen's name. Cuiping suddenly understood. It turned out that the girl's brother was a promising man. He had the favor of the mountain chief and must be very talented in reading. This was considered an initiative to make friends with him.
Li Qiu Sui heard Cuiping say a few more words to the girl, then he brought the person over and introduced him: "This is my girl. Li Changgen is my girl's elder brother. It's getting cold, so I packed my sweaters and clothes because I have something to do at home. If we can’t get past anyone, we’ll come over and take a look.”
"It turns out to be Miss Li. I'm sorry! Please follow me directly into the academy!"
This was Li Qiusui's original plan, "Thank you very much!"
The man waved his hands hurriedly.
When Li Qiu Sui saw Li Changgen, he was greatly surprised. The person who helped them lead the way had old clothes, but they had kept them clean. However, her clan brother was still wearing patched clothes.
How did he manage to behave calmly?
"Sui Sui, why are you here?" Li Changgen walked closer in a few steps. He went home and heard that this girl had learned to read, so he thought of a way to hand in the letter yesterday.
"Brother Gen." Li Qiusui was called that by his peers.
Pointing to the man who helped lead the way, he said, "He said he was from our hometown and he brought us in."
Li Changgen thanked the man with his hand, "Thank you, brother! Since we are from the same hometown, it is a pity that we have never met each other. I wonder if you can tell me your name?"
Asking someone's name means you want to make friends with them.
The man was standing still, just planning to say something shamelessly. The meaning in Li Changgen's words made him overjoyed.
"Brother Li, I'm He Zhongyi. You and I are from the same country, and we have long wanted to make friends. Today, the blessing I entrusted to Miss Li can be considered as my wish!" He Zhongyi cupped his hands and laughed.
Li Changgen said: "Brother, it is He Zhongyi. We have been friends for a long time, and today we are destined to be together. The clan sister came here because she has something to do, so I will go find you when I have time, and we can be officially connected."
Li Changgen exchanged greetings with He Zhongyi, as if they were sorry to see each other so late.
Li Qiu Sui stood aside and listened with a smile. This student named He Zhongyi had a good relationship with Li Changgen, and his words were not inferior at all. This student should not be an unknown person in the academy.
Sure enough, after He Zhongyi was sent away there, Li Changgen came over and said: "This is from our county. He came to the academy recommended by the county magistrate himself. I heard that he won the first place in the county school examination. I came to the academy this time to attend school." Came here with the case."
Li Changgen went home and listened to his family members about what happened in Lijia Village. Furthermore, Qianqiang gave him a place to study in Fucheng, and he regarded Li Qiu Sui as his younger sister.
I couldn't help but say these words, and I was wondering if this girl could understand.
Li Qiusui nodded, "Brother Gen, there is no need to envy others. Everyone has his own destiny. By the way, when are you going to end? I heard that the mountain chief plans to accept you as a disciple!"
I actually understood it! It also comforts people.
With a smile on his face, Li Changgen said as he walked: "Let's go find Changhe first."
Li Qiu Sui raised his feet and followed behind him, and then heard Li Changgen say: "After the Chinese New Year, I plan to give it a try! As for the fact that the mountain leader plans to accept me as a disciple, they are all spreading rumors. The mountain leader just sees my hard work and pities my background. , just give me a helping hand.”
Li Qiusui was also surprised that Li Changgen could answer her question so seriously.
"Brother Gen, there is no need to feel depressed. Apprenticeship as a disciple also depends on opportunities. If someone as knowledgeable as the mountain leader can give you some advice, you will definitely be able to do well in the future."
(End of chapter)
