Forced to marry, I picked up a young powerful official

After school that day, she let the two children go home first, but she herself stayed in the school for a long time.

Shen Nankui was in a complicated mood.

I still remember when she first came to the private school, everyone in the town, except the head of the village, was not optimistic about her and there were voices of doubt everywhere. After all, in the eyes of the world, how could a woman be a good teacher?

Later, although she proved her ability, after the Wu Shaozhi case, rumors spread and she was pushed to the forefront, became infamous and the target of public criticism. In the end, she was able to overcome that difficult time by convincing people with reason and with the support and love of her students.

To this day, everyone in the town knows that she is going to expand the academy and has spontaneously raised money. Isn't this an affirmation and trust in her?

Everyone has seen her hard work and dedication.

Shen Nankui's hand gently stroked the desk she used when giving lectures. Suddenly, she smiled slowly, and a hint of determination gradually appeared in her eyes.

"Hey, Master, why haven't you left yet?"

A figure rushed in, it was Yang Ze.

Shen Nankui smiled slightly, "I was about to leave, why did you come back?"

Yang Ze scratched his head and pointed to his desk, "A student left a book behind, so I came back to get it."

Shen Nankui nodded, "Hurry up and take it home."

Yang Ze saluted with his arm around his chest. When he was about to leave the school after taking the books, he suddenly turned back to look at Shen Nankui and said, "Teacher, all the students have left, the charcoal fire has gone out, and it's drafty here. You'd better leave quickly. It would be bad if you get cold."

"Okay." Shen Nankui stepped out of the door.

Hehua had been waiting there for a long time. When he saw her come out, he hurriedly took out the cloak and put it on her.

Yang Ze thought for a moment, and suddenly said, "Master, may I give you a ride?"

The private school was not far from Gu's house, and Shen Nankui saw that he looked sincere, so she did not refuse.

While walking on the road, Yang Ze asked, "Master, you look so worried today, is it because of the expansion of the academy?"

Shen Nankui glanced at him and said, "Expanding the academy is a good thing. Now that the money has been raised, the village head has taken the lead and the site has been selected and construction has begun. It can be said that everything is going smoothly. Tell me, what should I worry about?"

"Even if you are not worried, you are overthinking, for the academy and for us."

"Oh?"

Yang Ze said solemnly, "Master's father-in-law, Mr. Gu, has already come to the capital. He is the most powerful scholar in our Lai'an Town. He will definitely be on the list of candidates for the spring examination. If he is appointed as an official, Master, I have a deep friendship with him and will definitely follow him. I know that you will leave sooner or later, but... I can't understand why you want to expand the academy at this time. If you leave, no matter how well this academy is built, it will only be an empty shell, right?"

"Why, is there no one else who can manage this academy except me?"

Shen Nankui was a little amused. "Why don't you study hard and think about these things all day long?"

Yang Ze lowered his head, "The facts are before my eyes, and I can't help but think... So, you are really expanding the academy in preparation for leaving? After the academy is built, will you invite another teacher to give lectures for us?"

"I will indeed leave. If I leave, I will have to ask a new teacher to teach you. However, you don't have to worry. I won't abandon you easily. I will not let go until everything is settled."

"No matter how good the new teacher is, he is not as good as you..." Yang Ze muttered softly.

"Yang Ze, what did you say?" Shen Nankui asked.

Yang Ze sighed and answered respectfully, "It's nothing. I know that you have spent a lot of effort for us. Logically, you don't have to do these things, but you still did it. Whether it's a private school or an academy, you are arranging a way out for us. I understand it in my heart, but... I really can't bear to leave you."

Now that he had said it, he just poured out everything that was on his mind.

"I am the oldest among the private school students. They don't know your plan, but I can guess one or two points. Master, Yang Ze is lucky to have met your guidance and teachings in this life, and now to receive your kindness!" He bowed solemnly.

Shen Nankui helped him up and said, "You said I was overthinking. I think it's you who shouldn't study hard and waste your time thinking about these things. You should be punished."

"Yang Ze will accept any punishment the Master asks me to give him." Yang Ze looked ready to die.

Shen Nankui smiled and said, "I won't tease you anymore, Yang Ze. You are talented and loyal, which is a good thing. Since you came to see me off today, I also have something to talk to you about."

"What do you want to say, Master?"

Shen Nankui said, "The Huating Academy in the county is recruiting students at the beginning of the year. I have registered for you. The entrance exam will be in half a month. You need to do your best."

"Hua Ting Academy?"

Yang Ze exclaimed, and after a long while he said, "Huating Academy is the best academy in Cang County. The threshold for recruiting students is that only Tongsheng can enter, and the age must not exceed fifteen years old. Only talent and learning are recognized. If you don't pass the exam, you can't get in even if you have money. Master, have you signed me up?"

“Is this… not wrong?”

His face was full of disbelief. "I haven't even passed the examination to become a student yet, how can I pass the entrance examination to Hua Ting Academy?"

Shen Nankui patted his shoulder, "You always asked me why you had more homework than others, and why it was harder than others. Even the punishments were heavier than others. Yang Ze, you are the top student in the private school, and you studied with Zhao Xiucai. You have a few more years of foundation than others, so I naturally value you more. Do you think I am deliberately making things difficult for you?"

"Students don't dare. Students have never had such an idea."

The homework that Shen Nankui assigned to him was more profound than that for other students, and the knowledge involved was more complicated. He was not stupid, so he naturally knew that Shen Nankui did this for his own good.

"In that case, what are you afraid of?"

Shen Nankui stopped and looked at him. "You have been under my command for such a long time. I know your qualifications very well. I believe that with your ability, you can pass the small entrance examination of Hua Ting Academy, so I signed you up. Don't you have the courage to do so?"

After hearing these words, Yang Ze was excited, but still a little hesitant.

"But Master, I am not a student..."

Shen Nankui raised his head and interrupted, "You are just a Tongsheng. I believe you will pass this year's Tongsheng exam. As for what Hua Ting Academy said, only Tongsheng can enter. It is not absolute. Even if you are a Tongsheng, you still cannot enter if you cannot pass the entrance exam. But if you can pass the entrance exam, even if you have not passed the Tongsheng exam, what reason does Hua Ting Academy have to reject you?"

Yang Ze took a long time to calm down, then suppressed his excitement, bowed solemnly and said: "I will try my best to live up to your high expectations!"