Tang Dynasty Little Godfather

Chapter 82 Our Father Has Grown Up (Thanks to Alliance Leader "Zhang Fei")
The early winter sun pierced through the thick clouds, adorning the earth. Although it couldn't ward off the biting cold wind, it inexplicably made people want to cherish this beautiful moment.

After finishing their tasks, the officials came out one after another and chatted idly in the sunlight.

The topic naturally revolves around vivid teaching methods.

Now that the mystery has finally been solved, the ministers are left both amused and exasperated, and even somewhat indignant.

"It's also our fault for not keeping our composure at the time, giving His Majesty an excuse to make a fuss," Zhang Jiazhen sighed.

He was actually shifting the blame onto the ministers, blaming himself for arguing with the emperor. After all, he had a close relationship with Wang Shouyi, but in this matter, he dared not openly help him.

Han Xiu replied, "Doesn't Minister Zhang think that His Majesty is treating state affairs as a joke?"

Zhang Jiazhen said, "To be fair, the Prince of Sipu did not fabricate anything. Whether it is a joke or not, we will have to see the outcome before making a conclusion."

Zhang said calmly, "Actually, this is not a big deal. My only concern now is whether His Majesty will become complacent because of this."

Zhang Jiazhen immediately said, "Everyone has their own preferences. Even if His Majesty truly enjoys opera, it's perfectly understandable and there's no question of neglecting it."

Pan Haoli said, "That's not how it works. It's one thing to be fond of something, but to treat national education as a joke because of that is no different from King You of Zhou playing with the feudal lords by lighting the beacon fires."

Han Xiu nodded repeatedly and said, "The country has only just stabilized, but the people are still struggling to feed themselves. This is not the time to enjoy a prosperous era."

Seeing that everyone was on Zhang Shuo's side, Zhang Jiazhen looked rather unhappy.

Upon seeing this, a hint of joy flashed in Zhang Shuo's eyes.

Previously, Zhang Jiazhen was Zhang Shuo's subordinate, but now Zhang Jiazhen is the First Prime Minister, while Zhang Shuo is the Deputy Prime Minister. This reversal of roles means that although the two still appear to be on good terms, they inevitably harbor resentment towards each other.

This has been inevitable throughout history.

Yuan Qianyao suddenly said, "Now that things have come to this, it would be pointless to ask His Majesty to retract his order. However, we must keep a close eye on His Majesty from now on and make sure he doesn't become complacent."

Everyone nodded, but their eyes flashed with vengeful intent.

When this news spread, it was naturally a good thing for Li Qiao, because everyone knew that he was the one who would have the last laugh.

The students of the nameless academy need no further explanation.

At home, he was praised by his parents and given an abundance of pocket money. Outside, he was flattered by his friends and was treated to drinks every day. He was living a life of luxury.

Who wouldn't envy such a sight?

He drinks and makes merry every day, yet he still wins the favor of His Majesty and his parents. What's even more infuriating is that he can even look at beautiful women during class.

This isn't an academy, it's a fairyland.

In comparison, the Imperial College students only see the same old face every day.

Why is there such a big difference between students who are both students?

This time, the Nameless Academy was more proactive, announcing to the public that it would be expanding its enrollment once again.

On the street in front of Chunhefang, a man was seen walking quickly toward the gate. Just as he was about to enter, someone on the side suddenly called out to him.

"Brother Huaiying."

"It's Ziyu."

"Brother Huaiying, where are you rushing off to?"

"The Nameless Academy".

"Oh? Brother Huaiying, do you also want to study at the Nameless Academy?"

"I'm already this old, how could I possibly go there to study? I heard that Wuming Academy is looking to recruit teachers, so I went to try my luck."

"Really? Then I'll go with you."

"Ziyu, you want to be a teacher too?"

"Who wouldn't want to catch a glimpse of the beauty of the Red Sleeves?"

"Ha ha!"

The two entered the gate together, but as soon as they arrived at the street in front of the nameless academy, they looked up and immediately stopped, taking a deep breath.

"Brother Huaiying, how about we reconsider?"

“Ziyu is right. Let’s go back and discuss it before deciding whether to go.”

The two immediately turned and left, their steps even faster than when they came.

The area in front of the nameless academy was packed with people, and birds and beasts were everywhere.

One by one, these spoiled brats, some walking dogs, some leading horses, some playing with hawks, and some wielding sticks, knives, and guns, seemed to have entered a zoo or a circus.

All the neighboring houses had their doors tightly shut.

This is even scarier than a giant insect walking the street!

The news that Li Longji was fond of this opera had already spread throughout the court.

It's no exaggeration to say that all the spoiled brats now want to come to this nameless academy. There are female teachers and female students here, and you can get excellent grades and receive praise from your parents without even having to study. It's practically the dream place for spoiled brats.

Crucially, their parents also fully supported them.

Facts speak louder than words!
Here you can learn knowledge and also impress the emperor.

With a creak, the gates of the nameless academy opened.

Two people emerged from inside; they were Wang Xi and Li Jieman.

"Wang Wang Wang!"

They were greeted by a chorus of barking dogs.

Wang Xi turned his head and saw two similar-looking boys, each leading a hunting dog. He immediately went up to them and said, "You two are here too."

These two men, named Li Tong and Li Xun, were the two youngest sons of Li Lingwen, the Left Attendant Gentleman of the Palace.

Li Lingwen and Wang Shouyi were both meritorious officials in the Xiantian Coup. After Li Longji ascended the throne, they both chose to exchange power for wealth and status. The two families had a very good relationship. However, the two brothers usually loved hunting, so they had a better relationship with Wang Shuang.

Last time, it was the two of them who spied on Wang Shuang changing clothes.

"Brother Que, does your Nameless Academy teach hunting?" Li Tong asked, winking.

"Don't teach."

Wang Xi said, "However, our college organizes such activities."

"Really?" Li Xun asked happily.

Wang Xi nodded and said, "Our college is very free, and we might even hold hunting dog competitions."

"Hound fighting?"

The two brothers were overjoyed.

Isn't this just handing first place to our brother?

Just then, another person asked, "Brother Sparrow, when can we go back to school?"

This person was none other than Yang Hun.

Now that things had come to this, Yang Zhan had no reason to stop Yang Hun from coming. He even swallowed his pride and went to Han Dachui to inquire about the situation. Upon learning that Wuming Academy was going to expand its enrollment, he quickly sent his son to register. Wang Xi said, "It's like this. Because the Ministry of Rites will be sending a group of junior sisters to our academy to study, we are temporarily too busy to handle them all. You should register today first, as there will be an exam later."

A group of junior female students?

My junior sister can be counted in batches.

Everyone gasped in shock.

A tall man rushed over and, without saying a word, stuffed a bag of jewelry into Wang Xi's arms. "Little Sparrow, this is a token of my brother's appreciation. You must accept it."

Wang Xi looked up and said, "So it's Brother Guo. I think your temperament is somewhat similar to that of Zhao Zilong. I wonder if you'd be interested?"

Before he finished speaking, the surrounding playboys swarmed around him, stuffing gifts into Wang Xi's body like madmen.

At the corner, a carriage was parked, and behind the half-drawn curtains was a stunningly beautiful face, with a slightly childlike face beside it.

It was Hongxiu and Qin'er, the mistress and servant.

"Sister, are you really going to be their teacher?" Qin'er asked nervously.

Hongxiu's eyebrows furrowed slightly, her expression showing a hint of conflict.

Her coming here to teach was all by chance. Although she is gradually growing to love the teaching profession, she felt that she was in a good state right now. Suddenly, a group of spoiled brats arrived, and they seemed even more unique. She felt a splitting headache and knew she couldn't teach them all, so she said, "Let's go back first."

Half an hour later, Wang Xi and Li Jieman returned to the courtyard leading several hunting dogs and several horses carrying gold and silver jewels.

"You received so many gifts?"

Huangfu Sengnian walked over and asked in surprise.

"how?"

Wang Xi chuckled and said, "This is just a small gift. If they think they can come to our academy with such a meager gift, I would kick them out. They are so disrespectful. Just wait, the real gift is yet to come."

Wang Shuang said, "If I had known this would happen, why would I have bothered to brew wine in the first place? I didn't make much money."

Wang Xi narrowed his eyes. "You can't say that. Sometimes, people are more important than money."

Li Jie chuckled and said, "So you finally admit it, you still have your eye on that cook."

Wang Xi laughed and said, "Alright, alright, I admit it, okay?"

As soon as Hongxiu returned to Pingkangfang, her stepmother came up to her and whispered, "Li Zhongyun has arrived."

Hongxiu nodded and entered the room, where she saw Li Linfu sitting at the qin table playing the qin.

“It’s Hongxiu back.” Li Linfu stood up. “I heard Wuming Academy has been quite lively lately. I hope you’re not too tired.”

Hongxiu quickly replied, "This matter is not my responsibility."

"That's good."

Li Linfu nodded. "Come, come, I've come here today specifically to give you a gift."

After saying that, he picked up a contract from the table and handed it to Hongxiu.

Hongxiu took it with a slight look of doubt. After a closer look, she was shocked to find that it was a house deed. She said, "No, absolutely not!"

Li Linfu laughed and said, "Why not? Now that you've become a teacher, you shouldn't stay here anymore. This place is Chunhefang, which is closer to Wuming Academy. I chose it especially for you."

Hongxiu said, "Even so, this gift is too valuable, and Hongxiu absolutely cannot accept it."

Li Linfu laughed and sat down, saying, "I knew you wouldn't accept it. Here's what we'll do: just give me the money in full, but you have to move out of Pingkangfang. Otherwise, this trouble will keep coming."

Hongxiu pondered for a moment, then nodded and said, "Alright, we'll do as Zhongyun says."

at dusk.

"Young Master is back."

Wang Facai stood in front of the door as always.

Wang Xi asked, "Has my father returned?"

Wang Facai said, "My lord has just returned and is currently in the study."

"study."

Wang Xi blinked, thinking to herself, "Working so hard? Is he secretly looking at erotic pictures?"

Driven by curiosity, he secretly went to Wang Shouyi's study. Looking through the window, he saw Wang Shouyi sitting in a chair, holding a bamboo slip, pointing to the words on it with his index finger, and reading them one by one.

Very focused!

Wow. My dad has finally seen the light. Wang Xi covered her mouth, almost bursting into tears with emotion.

After many days of hard work, the rewards have finally come.

"What character is this again? Kaishan clearly told me about it the other day." Wang Shouyi slapped his forehead, even saying anxiously, "He clearly said it! Oh dear, my memory!"

Wang Xi couldn't help but frown again. If he were to learn it this way, it would take forever.

He quietly took two steps back, then called out, "Father."

Immediately, he heard a commotion inside. When he pushed open the door, Wang Shouyi, who had been struggling to read, was leisurely sipping tea. He put down his teacup and said, "When will you get rid of this reckless behavior? Don't you know how to knock?"

Wang Xi asked, "Did I disturb Father's reading?"

"What reading?" Wang Shouyi's expression tightened. "Father is resting."

Then she quickly changed the subject, "How's it going at the college? I heard it's quite lively."

Wang Xi said, "Many people have come to sign up."

Wang Shouyi said, "Sir, you intend to take them all."

Wang Xi said, "It's impossible to accept all of them, but we can accept more this time because the vivid teaching method is mature and we need manpower."

"that's great!"

Wang Shou nodded, then suddenly asked, "By the way, didn't Father give you a pair of stockings last time?"

Wang Xi's body trembled. "Father, why did you bring this up?"

Wang Shouyi said, "Father is thinking that you don't seem to have worn this before."

"Uh, it's too cold," Wang Xi said awkwardly.

“That’s right!” Wang Shouyi nodded slightly, but didn’t say anything more. “Your mother is chanting scriptures, so don’t disturb her.”

"Yes."

Wang Xi said, "I'll go back to my room to rest now."

"go Go."

Back in his room, Wang Xi was immediately covered in goosebumps, muttering to himself, "As his son, I've worried myself sick over his studies, but his father is always thinking about making his son wear black stockings. Did Old Wang travel from America?"

He rolled onto the bed, bent his arm over the pillow, and said, "Actually, I don't expect Old Wang to be a scholar with vast knowledge and great talent. That's unrealistic. But if he wants to gain a foothold in the court, he still needs to be literate. I have to think of a way to help him."

He pondered for a long time, then suddenly his eyes lit up, and he sat up. "Huh! How come I forgot about this treasure?" But he immediately lay back down. "No, no, the pronunciation is completely different, and I don't have the ability to improve it. Maybe she can?"

(End of this chapter)