Guan Qingyue had originally wanted to go watch the flowing-water banquet, but seeing Tong Lingling in such a sorry state, she couldn’t bring it up and could only take her home to change her clothes first.
Tong Lingling also didn’t dare to say she had been harassed, because her reputation was already not good. What if her aunt and uncle took offense? She could only say she had fallen down carelessly.
The adults at home didn’t say much either.
Meanwhile, Yang Ruxin also received news, saying that Guan Qingshu and Yang Rusong had both passed the Scholar exam. She didn’t feel much about it, however, she didn’t expect that the two government officers hadn’t left, instead, they came to her place.
These two also took the opportunity to pay a visit to Fang Tianze, which was also instructed by Fang Dehua.
"Since you’re here, don’t leave just yet. Our flowing-water banquet may not be exquisite, but the merit lies in its value." Yang Ruxin glanced at Fang Tianze, "Let the two officers eat before they go."
The two government officers didn’t dare to nod and looked towards Fang Tianze.
"Since Sister Xin has said so, you guys go ahead and eat," Fang Tianze said cheerfully, then waved his hand, "But on duty, you can’t drink alcohol."
"Thank you, young master," the two officers rejoiced, "This meat smells so fragrant..."
"That’s right, this is wild boar meat, personally hunted by Sister Xin," Fang Tianze boasted even more, "Normally, you wouldn’t be able to afford it even with money."
Yang Ruxin extended her hand to ruffle Fang Tianze’s hair. How could this little guy be so boastful, she thought, making her feel embarrassed. But as she lifted her eyes, she suddenly frowned.
Fang Tianze was originally smiling and didn’t mind his hair being messed up, but as Yang Ruxin’s expression darkened, he immediately sensed something was off. He hastily followed her gaze and his brow also furrowed, then looked back at Yang Ruxin.
"Alright, go over there and look after your Liuyun, don’t let him overeat," Yang Ruxin gave Fang Tianze a reassuring look, "I’ll go over there for a bit..." She then walked toward Guan Qingshu.
Fang Tianze’s brow furrowed slightly, he didn’t go to look after Liuyun, instead, he turned and ran to find Gu Qingheng.
But Gu Qingheng just smiled faintly, "Don’t worry, your Sister Xin will handle it well."
"Aren’t you going to go take a look?" Fang Tianze frowned, "Aren’t you afraid... He’s now a Scholar..." At first, he was somewhat reluctant to acknowledge that Gu Qingheng was together with Yang Ruxin, feeling a very special and complex emotion towards Yang Ruxin. But over the days, he’d come to accept that when Sister Xin was with Gu Qingheng, she was truly happy. Therefore, for the sake of Sister Xin’s happiness, he was willing to begrudgingly accept Gu Qingshu as Brother-in-law Xin.
"Why be afraid?" Gu Qingheng may have been blind, but he was extremely sensitive. He knew well the special feelings the young man held for Xinxin, but he couldn’t treat him with the harshness he reserved for other rivals. Instead, he taught him various things and even knowledge. Look, hasn’t it been effective? Seeing that Guan Qingshu had arrived, he knew he would be the first to come and inform him, "Being afraid would mean not trusting your Sister Xin, and the last thing a married couple needs is distrust..." He paused, "You should know, there’s Qi Yong and Qi Kang, even the Prince, has Sister Xin given them a moment’s attention?"
Fang Tianze immediately nodded; he realized he truly couldn’t match this man’s composure or wisdom. No wonder Sister Xin always treated him like Xiaofeng. He sighed; he still needed to work hard to grow up.
"As for going over there to take a look... well, that could be arranged..." Gu Qingheng touched his chin