I pretend to be a unicorn in the Red Mansion

Zhu Shi sat leisurely on the chair, looking into the distance, feeling that happy times are always so short, like a flash of lightning. Before he knew it, the sun had quietly set halfway up the mountain.

Jia Cheng was a good student. He understood things quickly and could draw inferences from one instance. He had taught more without realizing it.

At this moment, he even felt that the books he prepared for Jia Cheng were not enough. After all, he could only teach Jia Cheng during his break time.

With Jia Cheng's intelligence, he could probably finish reading such a short book in just a few days.

Zhu Shi had to handle official duties, report for duty every day, and teach the princes part-time. He also had to find time to privately teach Prince Yong's fourth son, Hongli.

This means he doesn't have much time left for Jia Cheng.

Zhu Shi was grateful to Jia Cheng for letting him know that Li Dalang was not a good match, so he wanted to teach Jia Cheng everything he had learned in his life.

However, as the afterglow of the setting sun shone into the study, Zhu Shi had to end his lecture for the day.

At this moment, Jia She was waiting anxiously outside the door. He hadn't seen his beloved son for several hours.

As time passed, he felt uneasy and filled with anxiety.

The uncomfortable feeling that gnawed from the inside out was almost unbearable for him.

Jia She began to regret letting Jia Cheng become his apprentice. His son was so smart and clever that he could become successful even if he taught himself.

If he became Zhu Shi's disciple, Cheng'er would have to go to Zhu Shi's place to study every day and wouldn't be able to spend enough time with me.

As he thought about this and listened to the sound of reading coming from the room, his dissatisfaction gradually grew.

Didn't Zhu Shi know he was tired? He actually let his son study for a whole day.

He was not tired, but how could his precious son endure such hardship?

After waiting for a long time until the sound of reading in the room stopped, Jia She was so excited that his heart was pounding and his fists were clenched. He wanted to rush into the room immediately, hug his son tightly and run away.

However, reason told him that he could not do this. He was worried that this would disturb Zhu Shi and leave a bad impression of being impatient and reckless, thus affecting Cheng'er's studies.

This conflicting feeling of wanting to rush in but not daring to do so made him feel like he was in agony.

After listening to Wang Ziteng talk a lot about Zhu Shi's past, Jia She knew that he was a man of integrity and uprightness, completely different from people like them who came from noble families.

Wang Ziteng was really surprised that Jia Cheng could successfully become Zhu Shi's disciple, so he repeatedly told Jia She to be respectful and cautious and never make Zhu Shi unhappy.

Finally, the door of the study slowly opened, and Zhu Shi walked out with Jia Cheng with a satisfied smile on his face.

Jia She's eyes immediately lit up, and he hurried forward, hugging Jia Cheng tightly in his arms, as if he was afraid of losing him.

He sniffed hard at the faint fragrance emanating from his son, and his restless emotions finally calmed down.

Jia She's mouth was like a string of cannonballs, and he asked with concern, "Brother Cheng, today is your first day at school. You've worked hard all day and didn't even have a chance to see your father. Do you miss him?

Is there anything you don't understand in your studies? Have you been wronged?" His voice was full of love and anxiety, and he wanted to pour all his care into this moment.

"You've been reading for so long, does your throat hurt? Are you thirsty? I'll ask the kitchen to make you some nourishing soup when we get home."

Jia Cheng was so overwhelmed by this excessive fatherly love that he felt dizzy. Zhu Shi coughed lightly and said, "Brother Enhou, Cheng'er is smart and quick to learn. You have a good son."

Jia She regained some of his sanity after hearing what Zhu Shi said, "I'm sorry, Censor Zhu, I made you laugh. Cheng'er is still young, and I couldn't help but care about him more, fearing that he would be wronged.

For a family like ours, being able to study and take the imperial examination is the icing on the cake. If Cheng'er doesn't like it, Rongguo Mansion can still support him."

Jia She hugged Jia Cheng and rocked him for a while, feeling that his son was too tired and thin from studying. At this moment, he forgot about pleasing Zhu Shi and fame in the imperial examination.

He can support his son for his whole life.

Jia Cheng was speechless and looked at Zhu Shi somewhat embarrassedly, fearing that he would be angry.

[Daddy is always too concerned. The teacher is very kind to me and I like him very much. The teacher is honest and upright, and has a noble character. Even if I am not aiming to become an official, it is good to learn how to be a good person from the teacher.]

These words from the heart immediately made the two people present happy.

When Jia She heard what Jia Cheng said, his confused mind finally came to its senses. Cheng'er had already become his disciple today, and if he offended Zhu Shi, it would be a loss.

Zhu Shi is a good person and is highly regarded by the emperor. Cheng'er will benefit greatly from having such a teacher. I cannot ruin his future just because I love him.

Jia She softened his tone and apologized quickly, "Imperial Censor Zhu, Cheng'er has never been away from me for such a long time. I am a little worried. I just feel sorry for the child's hard work in school."

Zhu Shi was not angry with Jia She, the fool. He accepted Jia Cheng as his disciple not because of Jia She's face, but because he recognized Jia Cheng's own excellence.

No matter what Jia She said, even if he cursed at him, he would not give up this good disciple who was like a unicorn descended from the earth. Cheng'er was a good omen.

"Brother Enhou, you can call me Ruozhan or Bosu in the future. These are my courtesy names. There is no need for us to be so unfamiliar with each other.

Cheng'er is really a good kid with a great talent for reading. I have prepared some books for him to take home and read.

I am usually very busy with official duties, so on your days off, you can bring Cheng'er here and tell him about the problems he encounters, and I will answer them for him."

Jia She was delighted when he heard this, "This is a good idea. Bosu, you can take a rest every ten days, and I will bring Cheng'er over. Cheng'er can study at home on weekdays and won't disturb you.

We in the Jia family also have a family school, and I have found four companions for Cheng'er to study with. In short, it won't hinder his studies."

Jia She could accept it if it came once every ten days, but if it came every day, Jia She really couldn't stand it.

After the two chatted for a while, Zhu Shi had a new understanding of Jia She.

Although Jia She may not be a talented person, he is qualified as a father.

From this perspective, Jia She’s behavior may not be as unbearable as rumored by the outside world.

After all, how bad can a person who loves children be, even if he has some shortcomings?

At this moment, the conversation between Zhu Shi and Jia She always revolved around Jia Cheng. The two of them had a tacit understanding and enjoyed the conversation very much.

As Jia Cheng watched the sun set, he wanted to go home. Of course, he knew he couldn't urge Jia She directly, so he could only silently say it in his heart.

[The sun has already set. I wonder if my mother is waiting for me at home. I am so hungry and want to eat.]

Jia Cheng skillfully used his gold bracelet to express what he could not say directly in his heart.

As he expected, Jia She and Zhu Shi stopped talking at the same time. Then, Jia She said without hesitation: "It's getting late, we should go home.

Bosu, in ten days, I will definitely send Cheng to your home as soon as possible."

Zhu Shi nodded slightly, "Okay, Brother Enhou."

Zhu Shi turned his gaze to Jia Cheng, and his originally serious face now revealed a rare trace of kindness.

He said softly to Jia Cheng, "Cheng'er, even though you are at home, you must not let your guard down.

You need to read these books carefully, and if you encounter any difficulties, be sure to write them down in time.

Come to my house in ten days and I will answer your questions." After saying this, he patted Jia Cheng's shoulder gently.

Jia Cheng smiled innocently and said, "I understand, teacher."

After Jia Cheng left, Zhu Shi looked deeply at Jia She's back. Could Marquis Jia En also hear what Cheng'er was thinking?

Zhu Shi plans to test it again next time.

Jia She and Jia Cheng returned home happily, and as soon as they arrived at the door, they were taken to Rongqing Hall by people sent by Jia's mother.

When Grandmother Jia saw Jia She rushing in with Jia Cheng in her arms, she couldn't help but frown and said in a slightly reproachful tone, "She'er, walk slowly! Don't let Cheng fall. You look so clumsy."

Jia She was scolded by his grandmother for no reason, but he didn't take it to heart. After all, he was used to it.

It has been a long time since Grandmother Jia disliked him.

Grandmother Jia quickly took Jia Cheng into her arms, caressed his head lovingly, and asked softly, "My dear grandson, how do you feel about visiting Censor Zhu today? Are you tired?"

Jia Cheng raised his jade-like delicate face and replied with a smile: "Grandma, my grandson successfully became a disciple today. The teacher took me to meet the master's wife and sister, and also had lunch with me. I didn't feel tired at all."

Grandmother Jia showed an expression of not expecting anything, and praised lovingly, "Our Cheng-ge is handsome and intelligent. This time he will definitely be successful in becoming a disciple."

Grandmother Jia turned around and looked at Mrs. Xing jokingly, saying with a smile: "Look at how nervous and flustered you are today. I have long asserted that no one can refuse a smart disciple like Cheng'er.

Brother Cheng will become a great man in the future. He is a man of great fortune. Madam, you should just wait patiently and enjoy your life in peace and contentment."

This was the first time that Mrs. Xing was teased by Lady Jia in this way. She suddenly felt as if she were a fairy, and it seemed that there was an indescribable intimacy between her and her mother-in-law.

After all, in the past only Mrs. Wang and Wang Xifeng enjoyed such special treatment.

Mrs. Xing was so happy at the moment that her words became a little messy: "Old lady, you are really a wise man! Unlike a young man like me, I can't keep things in my heart."

Wang Xifeng, who was standing by, keenly seized this opportunity and took the chance to flatter Lady Jia and Lady Xing.

Now that her aunt, Mrs. Wang, has lost her power, she must hold on tightly to the big tree of Lady Jia.

"Old Madam, Madam, Brother Cheng can tell at a glance that you will become a great man in the future! Even the Imperial Censor is willing to be Brother Cheng's master.

I have heard from my second uncle that Zhu Shi is extraordinary. He is a teacher who teaches the princes and is highly regarded by the emperor. Ordinary people have no chance to become his disciples. "

After hearing what Wang Xifeng said, Lady Jia and Mrs. Xing became even happier.

Grandmother Jia hugged Jia Cheng tightly, as if she were hugging a rare treasure.

Just then, Jia Baoyu ran in with disheveled clothes, disturbing the harmonious atmosphere in the room.