The fate was changed, the mistress of the Hou family was slapped in the face and made money to win

"What premonition?" asked Father Shen.

Mother Shen said worriedly, "Is our son... not liked by others?"

Father Shen was stunned at first, then he immediately said: "How is this possible?"

Although his official position was not the highest, he could still be called an important official of the court. And Yan Xi, so many famous scholars wanted to take him as a student. He had always been the focus of attention in this imperial city. Now he was the top scorer in the imperial examination at the age of 17. How could he not be noticed by others?

Shen's mother is not as optimistic as Shen's father. In her opinion, having talent does not mean that you will definitely be noticed.

"Master, I still need to find out which girl our son likes, otherwise I will feel uneasy."

"Okay, let's have someone ask around privately. Judging from Yan Xi's appearance, it's impossible for him to tell us on his own initiative."

"Yes, hurry up..."

"Mother and father, please don't interfere." Before Shen's mother finished her words, Shen Yanxi, who had just left, suddenly turned back.

"Yanxi, were you eavesdropping on my conversation with your mother just now?"

"Father, you're overthinking it. I just came back to give you a reminder. I hope you won't interfere or send anyone to inquire about it privately." Shen Yanxi looked at his father and mother seriously. Although his tone was calm as usual, it revealed an aura that could not be ignored.

"Yanxi, we are just worried..."

"If mother and father really care about my own good, please don't interfere. I know what's appropriate." Shen Yanxi interrupted his mother.

Shen's father and mother looked at their son. They knew very well that their son had always been independent-minded since he was young. He made decisions on most things by himself, but...

"Yanxi, this is a marriage after all."

Shen Yanxi didn't say anything, but just looked at his father and mother firmly.

Seeing his expression, Shen's father and mother finally gave in.

"Forget it. You have always been sensible. Since you said so, your mother and I will not ask any more questions for the time being."

Shen Yanxi turned his gaze to his mother, who was silent for a while, and then spoke helplessly: "Okay, okay, mother promises you that if you two really love each other and are ready to get married, you must tell us and we will go to propose marriage formally. Don't let the girl down."

Shen Yanxi then responded with a smile, "Okay, thank you, father and mother."

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On the second day, Jiang Suining had already agreed with Shopkeeper Chen to meet at the city gate and go to the farm together to take a look.

When Biyun learned about the situation at the farm, she became worried and insisted on going there with Jiang Suining.

At the gate of Jiang's house, when Jiang Suining, Xier and Biyun were about to get on the carriage, Chu Jingyue arrived.

She got out of the carriage with a happy face, "Sui Ning, Wei Congze's mother and brother left the imperial city yesterday and went back to their hometown, saying that they would help Wei Congze raise money to pay off his debts. And Wei Congze is now being held by those people who lend money at high interest, and I heard that they will not release him until his family pays the money."

Jiang Suining smiled. He was not surprised by the news. "Since Wei Congze did not graduate from high school, those people no longer have any scruples. If Wei Congze's mother wants to save her son, she has to go back and raise money."

It is quite a coincidence that there is one more candidate, Chu Changhe, in the imperial examination this year, while Wei Congze is just one place away from making the list.

If Chu Changhe took the exam again in a few years like he did in his previous life, Wei Congze would be the last one on the list, which means he would be admitted to high school.

"He deserves it. Anyway, those people who lend money at high interest won't take his life, so let him bear it for now." Chu Jingyue was in a very good mood. Noticing Jiang Suining's carriage and the servants following him, she asked, "Suining, where are you going?"

"Let's go out of town and visit a farm."

"Then I won't waste your time. Be careful on the road. When you are done, let me know. I will definitely treat you to a meal and thank you properly."

"Okay." Jiang Suining responded with a smile. After saying goodbye to Chu Jingyue, he got on the carriage and left.

After Jiang Suining left, Chu Jingyue also planned to return home.

At this moment, Chu Changhe, who had stayed at Jiang's house for one night under Jiang Mushi's constant persuasion, just walked out of the mansion.

"Tanhua Chu, are you leaving?" The gatekeeper greeted with a smile.

Chu Jingyue, who was about to get on the carriage, heard this, turned his head casually to take a look, and then his eyes lit up.

Chu Changhe smiled and nodded to the servant. When he looked away, he noticed Chu Jingyue.

Seeing the other person looking at him, he smiled gently, "What can I do for you, young lady?"

Chu Jingyue came back to her senses and said, "No, nothing happened."

After saying that, she hurriedly got into the carriage, but after getting in, she lifted the curtain again.

"Sir, are you a relative of the Jiang family?"

"No." Chu Changhe shook his head, "I just stayed at the Jiang family for one night."

The servant at the door hurriedly said, "Princess Chu, this is Mr. Chu, the friend of the eldest lady and the young master, and the new third place winner of the imperial examination."

After that, the servant said to Chu Changhe: "Chu Tanhua, this is Princess Pinghu, a friend of the eldest lady."

It's quite a coincidence that both of them have the surname Chu.

"Greetings, Princess Chu." Chu Changhe bowed.

"You're too polite, Mr. Chu." Chu Jingyue spoke quickly. She looked at Chu Changhe and was reluctant to lower the curtain.

Until Chu Changhe asked: "Is there anything else, Princess?"

Chu Jingyue came back to her senses, "No more."

"Then I'll take my leave first." Chu Changhe still smiled gently.

"Okay." Chu Jingyue responded, and watched Chu Changhe walking away before she let down the curtain and ordered the carriage to return home.

Jiang Suining didn't know about the chance encounter between Chu Jingyue and Chu Changhe at the gate of Jiang's house. When she arrived at the city gate and met up with Manager Chen and others, they left the city and headed for the Liu's farm.

The farm was on the outskirts of the city, and although it wasn't too far away, it still took the carriage an hour and a half to get there.

When Jiang Suining arrived, the wealthy Liu Li had already received the news in advance and was sitting in his farmhouse drinking tea and waiting.

After Jiang Suining arrived, Liu Li ordered someone to serve tea. "Miss Jiang, this is on the upper floor of the manor after all. The conditions are simple and there is no good tea. You should just make do with what you have."

Liu Li was nearly fifty years old, with a gentle and honest face, a slightly plump figure, and he looked very kind when he smiled and talked. However, even with his kind and honest face, his eyes still revealed the shrewdness of a businessman.

"Mr. Liu, you are so polite. Thank you." Jiang Suining glanced at the teacup and did not pick it up. He just said to Liu Li, "Now that I have met Mr. Liu, I will not beat around the bush. How much do you want to increase the price?"

Seeing Jiang Suining being so straightforward, Liu Li smiled in his heart. It seemed that he was indeed young. Although his shop was doing well, he still couldn't keep his cool.

"Since Miss Jiang asked, I will tell you straight away. If you want the farm to continue supplying food, you can. The price will be raised by 30% from the original price."