Marrying for someone else and being a widow? Stepmothers open classes to raise children

Shen Yuqi said coldly to Gu Zhiping: "Sister-in-law, are you being lazy? My elder brother is reading, but you are just sitting there in the yard in a daze."

Gu Zhiping was slightly stunned, and hurriedly explained: "Sister-in-law, I am not lazy, I just feel a little depressed and want to take a breath here."

Shen Yuqi frowned, looked Gu Zhiping up and down, and said, "What do you mean? Here, this is the hairpin you gave me. Although it is not valuable, I can't accept it from you for nothing."

Gu Zhiping was stunned. She didn't expect Shen Yuqi to be so direct. She hurriedly said, "Sister-in-law, this is a little gift from me. Since you don't like it, just throw it away."

Shen Yuqi glared at Gu Zhiping and said, "It would be a shame to throw it away. Why don't you buy me a bottle of expensive rouge and I'll help you persuade your brother."

Gu Zhiping was unhappy, but thinking of Shen Jilian's attitude, she could only swallow her anger: "Okay, I'll buy it for you tomorrow."

Shen Yuqi nodded with satisfaction, turned and walked towards Shen Jilian's room.

Shen Yuqi knocked on the door twice. Shen Jilian raised his head and asked calmly, "What's the matter?"

Shen Yuqi glanced at Gu Zhiping and said, "Brother, why did you and sister-in-law fall out?"

Shen Jilian was silent for a while before he said, "Yuqi, you don't need to know this. I just want to tell you that I have decided to study harder and pass the imperial examination so that you and mother can live a better life."

Shen Yuqi was slightly stunned. She didn't expect Shen Jilian to say such a thing. She hurriedly asked, "What about my sister-in-law?"

Shen Jilian said coldly: "Just find a reason to send her away."

Shen Yuqi hesitated for a moment, but still said: "Brother, sister-in-law is not easy either, she just wants to live a good life with you."

Shen Jilian sighed and said, "I know, but I can't be distracted now. I have to pass the imperial examination. This is my only way out."

Shen Yuqi looked at Shen Jilian, feeling helpless. It would be futile to say anything more.

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In the quaint courtyard of Bailu Academy, the breeze blew through the green bamboo leaves, making a rustling sound. The arrival of Gu Zhiyi and Xie Yunchen added a bit of vitality to this quiet place.

After some politeness, Gu Zhiyi and Du Yusheng finally sat down in the main hall of the academy. Xie Yunchen sat below Gu Zhiyi, his eyes occasionally sweeping over Du Yusheng and Gu Zhiyi, his heart full of curiosity.

Du Yusheng spoke slowly, with a hint of respect in his voice: "Boss Gu, I have long heard of your great name. It is a great honor to meet you today. Your wisdom and courage make me, Du, feel ashamed of myself."

Gu Zhiyi smiled and replied, "Master, you are too kind. I am just a businessman, how can I dare to deserve your praise. I can come to the White Egret Academy today and see the style of the master, which is the greatest gain of my trip."

Du Yusheng's eyes flashed with something strange, and he said softly: "Boss Gu, you don't know that the reason why I can be where I am today is all thanks to your help back then. Although I, Du, have no talent or virtue, I will never forget the great kindness of your benefactor."

Gu Zhiyi smiled slightly, but she felt helpless in her heart. Her identity could no longer be hidden.

Xie Yunchen was confused, but he didn't dare to ask more. He looked at the interaction between Gu Zhiyi and Du Yusheng, and he had an indescribable feeling in his heart. The image of Gu Zhiyi in his mind was no longer that gentle and considerate mother, but a woman full of wisdom and strength.

Du Yusheng knelt down to Gu Zhiyi, and this scene shocked Xie Yunchen. He had never seen anyone admire Gu Zhiyi so much, and even kneel down to thank her. This made him more curious about Gu Zhiyi's identity, and more in awe of her.

Gu Zhiyi was a little surprised by Du Yusheng's words. She didn't expect that Du Yusheng actually knew her true identity. She sighed softly, admitted her identity, and said that she was just doing a favor.

Du Yusheng said seriously: "Boss Gu, I admire your humility even more. Even if Xie Yunchen hadn't happened, I would have accepted your children as my disciples to repay your kindness. This is my intention, and it is absolutely true."

Gu Zhiyi was touched, knowing that Du Yusheng was speaking from the heart.

She looked at Du Yusheng, a hint of gratitude flashing in her eyes.

Du Yusheng turned to Xie Yunchen, his eyes full of admiration. He looked at Xie Yunchen's temperament and nodded with satisfaction: "Xie Yunchen, you have an extraordinary temperament and will have a great future. I look forward to you becoming my disciple and inheriting the legacy of Bailu Academy together."

Xie Yunchen was shocked. He had never thought that he could become a disciple of Bailu Academy. He looked at Du Yusheng with a determined light in his eyes.

Gu Zhiyi joked, "Shanzhang, if you keep praising him like this, I'll get jealous. If he doesn't perform well next time, I can't guarantee that I won't stop supplying you with green plum wine."

Du Yusheng begged for mercy: "Boss Gu, I won't dare to do it again. Your green plum wine is the lifeblood of me, Du."

Gu Zhiyi and Du Yusheng's laughter echoed in the main hall, and the atmosphere became relaxed and pleasant. They chatted about family matters and agreed to meet at Yipinju next time. Gu Zhiyi got on the carriage back to Ningguo Mansion and gave an order to Xie Yunchen: "Yunchen, follow the headmaster and study hard. We'll talk about other things when we get back."

Xie Yunchen nodded, his heart full of anticipation. His future would be changed by this trip to Bailu Academy.

The carriage slowly drove away from Bailu Academy. Xie Yunchen stood there, watching Gu Zhiyi's carriage going farther and farther away, with mixed feelings in his heart. Although he was shocked by Gu Zhiyi's true identity, he was more impressed by her wisdom and magnanimity.

Du Yusheng walked out of the house, looked at Xie Yunchen's expression, smiled faintly, and patted his shoulder: "Yunchen, you don't seem to be in a peaceful state of mind."

Xie Yunchen retracted his gaze and said with a wry smile: "Master, my mother's identity is really unbelievable. She is actually the behind-the-scenes boss of Yipinju. I can't imagine that such a young woman has such a powerful force behind her."

Du Yusheng nodded slightly: "Your mother is indeed extraordinary. Her wisdom and courage are admirable. However, you don't have to be too surprised. This world is much more complicated than you think."

Xie Yunchen was silent for a moment, then asked: "Master, do you know why she wants to hide her identity?"

Du Yusheng smiled and asked, "What do you think?"

Xie Yunchen thought for a moment and guessed: "Maybe it's because she doesn't want her identity to affect others, or she has other missions."

Du Yusheng nodded in agreement: "You are right. Zhiyi is a responsible person. Everything she does is to protect the people and things she cherishes."

The two walked and chatted. Du Yusheng suddenly stopped and turned to Xie Yunchen and said, "Yunchen, do you know why I want to accept you as my apprentice?"

Xie Yunchen was stunned. He didn't expect his master to ask this question suddenly. He pondered for a moment before answering, "Is it because of my performance at the Egret Academy?"