Female-to-male: I live on farming

After traveling for several days, they finally arrived in Jinzhou. Qin Ke jumped out of the car and stretched his almost falling apart bones.

In his previous life, he sometimes had to travel on business, and he would drive to nearby places. He would feel tired after driving for two or three hours. Not to mention this kind of horse-drawn carriage without shock absorption, plus the bumpy dirt road, Qin Ke felt that his butt was about to break.

Compared to Qin Ke, Li Nanqiao and Lu Youqing were more accustomed to it. Lu Youqing could even read a book in the carriage, and it was good enough that Qin Ke didn't vomit.

He reached out and took Lu Youqing. It was the first time for both him and Lu Youqing to come to Jinzhou. Li Nanqiao had been here before to buy saltpeter, but he had never been here much.

After the three people arrived in Jinzhou, they first found an inn to rest up. They estimated that they would stay here for more than a month, and it would not be appropriate to always stay in an inn. After resting up, it would be better to find a house to live in.

However, Qin Ke didn't have time to go out and ask, because the waiter came and knocked on the door early the next morning and said someone was looking for him.

He was confused at first. He was unfamiliar with the place and didn't know anyone. Who would come to see him?

When he went down, he saw a man wearing dark clothes, with a thin body and bright eyes. When he saw Qin Ke, he took two steps forward and bowed, saying, "I am Gu Zhong. The head of the Gu family sent me to take you to the house."

Qin Ke said "Oh". It seemed that Gu Lanxi had known that they were coming to Jinzhou a long time ago, so he asked someone to keep an eye on their itinerary. They probably got the news as soon as they checked into the inn last night.

Let them have a good rest for the night and then come to pick them up early the next morning.

The Gu family’s mansion in Jinzhou is magnificent, covers a large area, and has exquisite stone lions standing on both sides.

Following Gu Zhong into the courtyard, a spacious bluestone path leads to the main house, with flying eaves, brackets, carved beams and painted buildings, revealing luxury in a low-key manner.

This should be the most magnificent courtyard Qin Ke has seen since he came to ancient times.

Gu Lanxi should be busy in the study at this time. Gu Zhong asked the maid and then took them to the study.

"Master, they are here." Gu Zhong knocked on the door.

With a creaky sound, a maid in a pink dress opened the door and said, "The master of the house wants you two to come in."

When Qin Ke and Lu Youqing stepped into the room, a faint scent of sandalwood hit them in the face. In the center was an exquisite incense burner, with light smoke rising and filling the air.

The house is elegantly decorated with antique furniture arranged in an orderly manner. The details show ingenuity. There are also several landscape paintings hanging on the wall with delicate brushstrokes and lingering ink rhyme.

The owner of this mansion was sitting at the desk with a thick stack of account books in front of him. When he saw the two of them come in, Gu Lanxi raised his eyes and said directly: "You can stay here temporarily before the college entrance examination. Gu Zhong will take you to Lixiang Courtyard later. Although it is a bit remote, it is quiet and peaceful, which is just right for you. If you need anything, just find Gu Zhong."

Okay, Qin Ke has already gotten used to their style of doing things.

"Thank you, Mr. Gu, for your sympathy." Lu Youqing bowed and saluted.

Qin Ke could see that Gu Lanxi was really busy. She waved at them and continued to deal with her affairs.

Lixiangyuan is located in the northwest corner of Gu's residence. It has all-ink brick walls, green tiles and flower walls, and green willows hanging all around. There are a few rocks dotted in the middle of the courtyard. It is indeed a perfect place for leisure and self-cultivation, with winding paths leading to secluded places as Gu Lanxi said.

Moreover, this courtyard has a single corner door to facilitate their passage out.

Moreover, at noon, Gu Zhong brought them food. After placing it on the table, he bowed slightly and said, "I will deliver three meals a day on time. If you have any other needs, you can always ask for it."

"sorry to bother you."

Many of the Gu family’s dishes are similar to those at Caiyue Tower; it seems that the chefs were trained together.

After packing up her luggage at night, Lu Youqing lay in his arms and said anxiously, "I wonder if the master will agree to accept me?"

Qin Ke held her arms tightly, hugged her tighter, and said softly: "Since Her Royal Highness the Princess gave the name card, he will certainly consider Her Royal Highness's face. Besides, you are so smart, everyone who sees you will like you."

Not only is he smart, but he is also very self-disciplined. In modern times, he would definitely be a top student.

Which teacher would not like such a student?

"Do you know who Master Yang is?" Lu Youqing patted his arm lightly.

Of course Qin Ke didn't know, he didn't even know his official position.

Lu Youqing didn't expect him to know, and said to himself: "Master Yang was once the Grand Tutor of the Princess, and later retired due to old age. I never thought that he is now living in seclusion in the White Egret Academy to teach."

Qin Ke understood that the eldest princess was introducing her former teacher to Lu Youqing.

This is such a great honor!

No wonder Lu Youqing was so respectful when he mentioned the eldest princess later.

Until the next day, Lu Youqing was very nervous, his heart was pounding, and Qin Ke also felt a little nervous.

The academy is located in the suburbs of Jinzhou, with a quiet environment. After getting off the carriage, Qin Ke saw two servants in blue clothes guarding the door of the academy.

Seeing several people approaching, one of them looked at Qin Ke and the others and said in a somewhat arrogant manner: "This is the White Egret Academy, no one is allowed to enter."

Bailu Academy is the most famous academy in Jinzhou. Many of the teachers there have passed the imperial examinations and became Jinshi, so it is very difficult for ordinary people to enter the academy.

Lu Youqing handed over the business card.

The servant's originally somewhat arrogant expression suddenly changed after seeing the name card. After taking a subtle look at Lu Youqing, he bowed and said respectfully, "Please follow me."

Lu Youqing had only heard of the academy before, but had never had the opportunity to enter it, so he was full of curiosity. Following behind the servant, he kept looking at the environment and structure of the academy.

It should be the time for classes at this moment. The sound of reading aloud can be heard in the distance. There are also many young students in green scholar robes holding books in their hands, shaking their heads while reading. The air is filled with a strong learning atmosphere.

The servant led them through many pavilions. The further they went in, the quieter the place became, until they reached the deepest part of the academy.

After he reported, Lu Youqing was led in. As for Qin Ke and Li Nanqiao, they were asked to wait in the stone pavilion outside.

Giving Qin Ke a reassuring look, Lu Youqing took a deep breath and stepped into the room. Compared with Gu Lanxi's study, this one can be described as extremely simple, but the bookshelves are densely packed with books, and the walls are covered with copybooks, calligraphy and paintings.

The room is filled with the scent of ink.

"Student Lu Youqing greets Master Yang." Lu Youqing bowed.

Yang Jingzhi held his beard and looked at her carefully, but did not ask her to stand up.

Lu Youqing maintained this posture like a sculpture, and the air suddenly became quiet as if it had frozen.