Too high to reach

Chapter 103 I promise you
After they finished tidying up, the maids took their leave.

Mo Rushan, accompanied by the men of his household, went to inspect the room. They were greatly impressed by how quickly the classroom had been transformed into such a beautiful space.

Looking at Mo Fan, who had secretly slipped to her side, Mo Yi laughed and said, "You've taken over Second Brother's bridal chamber... so there's no way you can marry Second Sister-in-law now."

Seeing that she still knew how to make people laugh, Mo Fan was relieved. "Second brother's wife is still nowhere to be seen! Fifth sister, you're just going to the palace to see something unusual, don't put too much pressure on yourself, and don't care what my father says..." He only dared to mutter to himself.

"Mo Yi! Come to the front!" Mo Rushan called out sternly...

The brother and sister exchanged a helpless glance.

Upon arriving at the front living room, Mo Rushan began a formal conversation with Mo Yi: "Among all my colleagues, I've never heard of any other girl who has had an experience like yours. So, you must strive to do well! If you perform well in the palace and win the Empress's favor, then the Mo family will be in a very different position."

When he mentioned this to his superiors and colleagues, they were all surprised and became much more polite to him.

"She might even arrange a good marriage for you!"

Hearing his uncle say that, Liang You looked around in front of Mo Yi and thought: If the Empress really arranged marriages for us, how wonderful that would be! A smile involuntarily appeared on his lips.

Mo Rushan continued rambling, "Uncle's seriousness isn't without reason... Sigh, you're just a young girl, you don't understand important family matters. Our family is currently facing a predicament, and if we don't handle it well, the future will be difficult!"
If you seize this opportunity, it might truly be through you…” he said with a mix of emotion and hope, “that this predicament will be resolved. Your uncle promises that every year during the Lunar New Year when we offer incense to our ancestors, he will praise your achievement! Your uncle will also work with your parents to manage your dowry well!”

Mo Yi broke out in a sweat again...

In fact, her father had mentioned the strange things about their hometown to her, but as a young girl, she only vaguely understood and was simply worried about the Song family.

Although she didn't think that going to the palace would solve the problem, she had nothing to argue with.

"Furthermore, I heard that your mother and third aunt want your two older sisters to attend classes together... To be honest, this is a rare opportunity! You should ask Granny Zhao about it tomorrow. If she's willing, that would be best!"
If you're unwilling, don't force yourself. Right now, all you need to do is protect yourself! Entering the palace is no small matter; if you do well, it can bring glory to your ancestors, but if you do poorly, it can bring disaster.

During class, if you have any questions, ask Granny Zhao. Don't be afraid of embarrassment, and never try to be clever on your own. These days, your uncle has noticed you've been quite composed; he believes in you, and everything will go smoothly.”

The next morning, when Granny Zhao arrived, the Mo family still greeted her warmly, gathering around her as if they intended to exchange pleasantries for a while.

But Granny Zhao said directly, "Time is tight, Miss Mo, please come with me!"

After saying that, he went to the newly decorated room.

Wang quickly pulled Mo Yi aside, "Don't forget to say it!"

After entering the room, Granny Zhao looked around and then sat down directly. "Miss Mo, please sit down."

Mo Yi obediently sat down.

"Miss Mo Yi, do you have any questions you'd like to ask before class begins?"

Mo Yi sat quietly for a while, and finally said very frankly, "Granny Zhao, to be honest, this matter has had a huge impact on the family. Even my eldest uncle is both fearful and excited, happy and worried. He even placed a lot of hope on me. As for me... I really don't know what I will face..."

"Hmm." Granny Zhao always felt that Mo Yi had a maturity that didn't match her family background and age. "Granny understands the feelings of the Mo family and you. It's just that..." She looked at the blank wall.

"The outcome of this matter is still uncertain. Revealing information will not benefit the Mo family or you. However... please rest assured, young lady, your nanny assures you that as long as you study diligently and handle things properly, it will be a good thing in any case."

She thought to herself: If she were to become a princess, she would enjoy a lifetime of wealth and honor. The Mohist school, needless to say, would be vastly different from what it is now.

Even if things don't ultimately work out, the prince would still benefit greatly from offering even a small helping hand, both in terms of wealth and the future of the Mohist men.

After hearing this, Mo Yi still looked worried. "Granny, so what Mo Yi is about to learn is only related to this trip to the palace?"

Granny Zhao smiled and said, "So far, that's how it is. Actually, it's just so that when the young lady enters the palace, she won't be so frightened that she can't even walk. She might even collapse to the ground, trembling and unable to speak, upon seeing the Empress or even the Emperor. Please don't think I'm joking!"

Mo Yi did find it amusing, but after thinking for a moment, she said, "What Granny said is actually quite possible!" "Yes! So, we must make full use of this time. However, many things stem from childhood upbringing and family influence, some are even innate. They cannot be learned in a short time and used naturally. You must deeply understand this point. Moreover, you must know that even the most ordinary person may have a fleeting moment when heaven gives them a chance to change their fate. If you seize it... you will win."

The image of Consort Feng appeared before Zhao Mama's eyes.

That's how Feng Liniang was. When given an opportunity, she seized it fiercely, and even created opportunities herself!

Although she chose a different path than herself, it must be said that she did a very good job before!

The pressure from all sides suddenly broke Mo Yi, her eyes slightly moist and her chest heaving: "But Granny... Mo Yi doesn't want to change anything. She just wants... just wants to live an ordinary life."

"Oh? So, what constitutes an ordinary day in the girl's eyes?"

Mo Yi lowered her head slightly: "Please don't laugh at me when I tell you!"

"I really enjoy talking to you like this, please tell me..."

"I think..." She didn't understand why she said these things, but she just said them: "I hope that in the future, I can marry a scholar who wears a blue cotton shirt."

At this, the old woman couldn't help but chuckle...

The image of the prince appeared in his mind, everything about him was extremely luxurious. He thought he was not particular, but in reality he was extremely particular about everything.

Amidst a vast army, he charged ahead. The enemy's blood splattered on him, his momentum unstoppable! He was no mere scholar...

"He's gentle and polite!" Mo Yi imagined: Just like her father! No, even more resolute and pragmatic than her father… like Liang You…

The old woman found it even more amusing. She had watched that master being born. In all her life, she had never seen him be gentle and polite.

In other words, he had no temper with Princess Ming'an.

Back then, when the Crown Prince reprimanded him, he even put on a stern face.

Not to mention the others... If you can't reason with them in three sentences, they'll start fighting if you say anything more...

"My house has a sunny little yard where I'll grow lots of flowers..."

The old woman thought of the Prince's mansion and its enormous garden.

“If…” Mo Yi’s eyes lit up, “if I could open a small shop on Jinbao Street and support myself… that would be perfect. I don’t want anything else…”

Granny Zhao thought of the prince's various businesses, both overt and covert... Hmm, the last two aren't too difficult!

"So... Granny, all this has brought me so far is fear. Especially my family, their inexplicable excitement... they think a fortune has fallen into the Mo family's lap. Even my maternal grandmother, aunt, and maternal aunt are all generously betting, as if they're gambling. Mother..." She made a face...

"My mother has become more polite to me. But my father is under so much pressure that he's even more panicked than I am... This is not what I want. Especially... how will I face them when their dreams can't come true!?"

"Miss Mo Yi, we've only just met, but I have a question for you: Do you trust me?"

Mo Yi looked at Granny Zhao with her clear, bright eyes and said, "Although I may not know you well, I trust you!"

"Alright, then I promise you, young lady, that as long as you study diligently and complete your journey to the palace walls exceptionally well, your previous wish will be the minimum guarantee I can give you. You might even bring blessings to the Mo family, what do you say?"

Mo Yi was stunned for a while before standing up and bowing deeply: "Alright! Then I'll leave you in my care these days, Granny!"

Granny Zhao nodded, "Then let's begin now..."

(End of this chapter)