Eleven Niang and Xu Sijie came out of the banquet room chatting and laughing, but did not see Brother Jin. Knowing that Xu Lingyi had taken him to the small study in the outer courtyard, Xu Sijie pulled Eleven Niang's sleeves shyly: Mother

Participating in the imperial examination is not only related to Xu Sijie's future, it is also a big deal for the Xu family. It is impossible not to discuss Xu Lingyi. Although he is confident in front of Eleven Niang, Xu Sijie is still a little unsure when facing Xu Lingyi.

Eleven Niang smiled: I will accompany you to tell your father.

There are some things that Xu Sijie has to slowly learn to face alone.

He took a deep breath, mentally cheered himself up for a long time, and then nodded towards Eleven Niang, with a look of determination on his face.

Eleven Niang looked at it in her eyes, secretly approved, and went to the small study room in the outer courtyard with him.

Xu Lingyi was lying on the drunkard's chair sideways, with the jade pendant around his waist falling in mid-air, swinging back and forth like a pendulum as the drunkard's chair rocked.

Wuchang, Jingzhou, Xiangyang, he recited the place names casually, lying on the map of Jiuzhou, leaning on brother Jin, leaning on his buttocks to look for it.

What are you doing? Eleven Niang was shocked.

Brother Niang Jin jumped up. My father and I were playing around looking for a place. He pulled Eleven Niang to the map. Look, this is the map. The map of Dazhou. Then he tilted his head and asked Eleven Niang, "Mom, do you know?"

Knowing what a map is, he explained in detail that all the mountains, rivers and rivers of the Great Zhou Dynasty are drawn on this painting according to the scale of one to one hundred thousand. He also asked, do you know what one to one hundred thousand is? He said,

Stretch out your index finger, you see, my finger is only this long, but the drawing is so long, there are a hundred thousand of my fingers.

Okay, okay, I don’t know when, Xu Lingyi came over. He rubbed Brother Mo Jin’s head, don’t show off in front of your mother. Not only does your mother know what a map is, she also has Ben Da Zhou Jiu

Domain Chronicles.

It is clearly written where Wuchang is, how far it is from Yanjing, which rivers are next to it, and which counties it governs.

Brother Jin opened his eyes wide and looked at Eleven Niang, with a bit of awe in his eyes.

Eleven Niang glanced at Xu Lingyi and said softly to her son: Mom has such a book. But having such a book and being able to recite the contents in the book are two different things.

Brother Jin said oh, with a look of sudden realization.

I know, I know. He shouted, "My mother and I were in kindergarten. She knew some words, some words she didn't know, some words she knew, and some words she didn't know."

Everyone laughed when they heard what he said was interesting.

Am I right? Brother Jin muttered, a little unhappy.

You are right. Xu Lingyi looked at his son, with a bit of pride in his eyes that Eleven Mother could not understand, so you have to memorize all the place names. This way, when others talk about some place, you will not answer the wrong question.

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Brother Jin nodded seriously.

Eleven Niang winked at Xu Sijie, indicating to him that Xu Lingyi was in a good mood at the moment, and it was the best time to talk to Xu Lingyi.

Although Xu Sijie understood, it was the first time he made a request in front of Xu Lingyi. He still felt a little nervous. After adjusting his emotions, he said in a low voice: Father, I have something to discuss with you, his voice trembling slightly.

A trace of surprise flashed in Xu Lingyi's eyes. Well, when the eleventh mother came with Xu Sijie, his expression straightened up and he looked like he was listening attentively. There was a bit of awe in his eyebrows habitually, which made Xu Sijie suddenly change his mind.

Got to get a little panicked.

This guy, doesn’t he know how serious his expression is when he is serious?

Eleven Niang couldn't help but curse in her heart, and gave Xu Sijie an encouraging smile.

Xu Sijie watched as his heart gradually calmed down. Although his speech was very slow and a bit timid, he still clearly expressed his intention to participate in the imperial examination.

Xu Lingyi raised his head and looked at Eleven Niang, unable to conceal his surprise.

Brother Jie told me, Eleven Niang said frankly, I agree with him. Since he has such determination, he might as well give it a try. Who knows what the result will be? Isn't there a saying by Su Laoquan, who started working hard at the age of twenty-seven?

Our brother Jie is only twelve this year. He said and smiled at Xu Sijie again.

Xu Si gained a little more courage when he warned his heart.

Father, please let me try. His tone is very sincere, I will study hard. Even if he fails the exam, he at least thinks of finding a future on his own. It is better than being ignorant and only eating, drinking and having fun all day long.

Okay, Xu Lingyi immediately made a decision. If you want anything, just tell Mr. Bai directly. Thinking of his shy character, he added, or tell your mother the same thing.

Thank you, father. Thank you, father. Xu Sijie was overjoyed - this is not just a matter of studying, but his father's affirmation of his decision. I will definitely study hard. He was so excited that he couldn't care less.

Xu Lingyi couldn't help but feel a little emotional.

When I first brought him back, I just planned to raise him with adequate food and clothing, and then find a way to find a job for him, and then start a family, which would be considered an explanation to Xu Lingkuan. Unexpectedly, this child kept silent

, but suddenly had such ambition.

He couldn't help but said: You have grown up and you should act like an adult. Now that you have made such a decision, you cannot give up halfway. No matter what difficulties you encounter, you must persevere. As parents, we will definitely support you.

Yours, and the rest, are all up to you.

Xu Sijie listened respectfully, nodded repeatedly, and assured Xu Lingyi: Don't worry, father, I will study hard like the second brother. Then he will go to Shuangfuyuan to find Mr. Zhao: I want to tell him about my affairs.

Can't wait to see Mr. Zhao.

Mr. Zhao is a good mentor and helpful friend to him, right?

Xu Lingyi smiled and nodded: Go ahead. Xu Sijie happily went to Shuangfuyuan.

Brother Jin pulled Xu Lingyi's sleeve: Dad, the fifth brother wants to take the Jinshi exam like the second brother. Do you want to go to Le'an to study? When I grow up, will I also go to Le'an to study? I look very worried.

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Xu Lingyi was stunned for a moment, then smiled and said: Why don't you want to study in Le'an?

Then can I take Changshun Suifeng, Huang Xiaomáo, Liu Erwu and the others to Le'an together? I also want to take them 1122 with me.

Xu Lingyi laughed, but his eyes fell on Eleven Niang: I want Zhenxing to help find a scholar for Brother Jie.

Ever since Xu Sijie said he wanted to take part in the imperial examination, Eleven Niang had considered this matter.

Mr. Zhao's character and knowledge are naturally good, but he is better at teaching poetry, poetry, and eight-part essays. I'm afraid it would be better to find another master. She also considered sending Xu Sijie to Anle. First, Le'an is a long way away.

She was a little reluctant to let go of Xu Sijie; secondly, the situations of Xu Sijie and Xu Siyu were different. Xu Lingyi originally sent Xu Siyu to Le'an mainly to allow Xu Siyu and Jiang Song to establish their teacher-student status and to bring Xu Siyu and Xu Sichen closer to each other. Otherwise, if

Where can I find a gentleman in Yanjing who can guide Xu Siyu's career?

It would be a good idea to ask Luo Zhenxing, who was once a concubine, to make a special trip to hire Xu Sijie as a teacher.

Okay, Eleven Niang said with a smile, then I will go to Gongxian Hutong tomorrow. Let’s settle this matter as soon as possible so that Brother Jie can study in peace early.

The couple discussed it, and the next day, one went to see Mr. Zhao and the other took Brother Jin to Gongxian Hutong.

Luo Zhenxing was overjoyed to see Brother Jin. After playing with Brother Jin for a long time, he got down to business with Eleven Niang.

Luo Zhenxing was a little surprised when he heard that it was for Xu Sijie to invite his husband. Although he agreed wholeheartedly, he also warned Eleven Niang: This career depends on your husband for 30% and 70% for yourself. Otherwise, how could there be so many failed scholars?

When Huiyuan comes, a Jinshi will be awarded by Juren. You'd better keep an eye on him and study hard.

I also know that Eleven Niang also got a full scholarship to go abroad after going all the way. It’s just that the husband is more knowledgeable and the student can be more relaxed.

The two of them chatted about Yuhang's homely dishes, and Shiyi Niang had lunch, and then she and Brother Jin returned to Gongxian Hutong.

Xu Lingyi just came back from having lunch with Mr. Zhao in the outer courtyard.

Mr. Zhao also thought it would be a good idea to hire another teacher for Brother Jie. After drinking some wine, he felt a little high. He hugged Brother Jin and kissed him a few times. Brother Jin was so intoxicated that he screamed. In this way, he

In the morning, I concentrated on teaching Brother Jin, and in the afternoon, I concentrated on teaching Brother Zhun. Brother Jin's progress can be made faster. Eleven Niang twisted the handkerchief to wipe Xu Lingyi's face, and Brother Jin took the opportunity to run away.

How much you drank will scare the child

Feeling happy, Xu Lingyi smiled, and when he handed the veil to Eleven Niang, he pulled it, and Eleven Niang fell into his arms. Our brother Jin can read maps and said, in Eleven Niang’s

A big kiss on the face.

Everyone in the room looked around submissively, and everyone withdrew their eyebrows and retreated.

Eleven Niang, who was drunk and crazy, struggled to stand up and handed him some hangover soup. Wake up quickly.

Xu Lingyi didn't answer and looked at her with burning eyes.

Eleven Niang is funny.

Sit down by the kang and feed him something to drink.

Xu Lingyi took Eleven Niang's hand and said silently, let Brother Jin go to my academy to paint red in the future.

Children should develop good habits when they are young. Eleven Niang said euphemistically, "Look at me, for big things, I should urge Brother Jin to do his homework first. Mr. Hou has so many things to do, how can he have the time?"

What do I have to do? I am just busy. Xu Lingyi stared at Eleven Niang with a very serious expression. Brother Jin came to my room to paint red, and he happened to be with me. Eleven Niang felt sad after hearing this.

Xu Lingyi is only thirty-six this year.

In her era, it was the prime of life for a man...
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