After the cannon fodder father and daughter married into the family, the whole family regretted it

His father used to be a scholar. Although he helped the clan a lot, he didn't have many people who were really close to him.

Qin Juefei, however, felt that the child was sensible and worthy of being admitted as a student.

"Okay, now that this is settled, let's talk about another matter." Patriarch Qin's expression softened considerably. "Everyone knows that studying is not easy. Especially since these two children have passed the examination at such a young age, it shows not only their hard work, but also their talent."

"I thought that if anyone could pass the exam and become a scholar, or even a juren, it would be a blessing for the whole clan. So our clan has to lend a hand and support the two children."

Unlike the last time when he wanted the clan members to pay for his grandson's education, this time, Clan Leader Qin was full of confidence.

After all, the child has passed the examination and became a student.

So most people in the tribe have no objection.

"Okay, my family will save some money and contribute some. Brother Yan, your father was like that back then. We supported him and he passed the imperial examination. I'm sure you will be able to do the same," said Master Qin Wu with a smile.

Qin Yan clenched his fists.

It was precisely because his father had received benefits from the clan that he had to pay them back double that he didn't want to go down this path again.

"Fifth Grandfather, my family was poor back then. Without a clan, my father wouldn't have been able to become a scholar, so he gave almost all of his tax-free land grants to the clan. He also provided free education to the children of the clan. He always remembered this kindness until he passed away."

If you listen carefully to the words and the tone, the people in the tribe will understand immediately.

This implies that no matter how great the favor was, Qin Xiucai had spent his entire life repaying it and it should have been repaid long ago.

The person is gone, what's the point of still thinking about this?

"Nowadays, my father can run a small business, and our family is doing well. How can I have the nerve to trouble the clan members again? So, there is no need to raise money."

Qin Yan continued.

His attitude was very clear, he was unwilling to accept this favor.

From now on, he is him and the clan is the clan. Although he will not separate from the clan to live on his own, he will not give anything to the clan either.

Patriarch Qin looked at him with cloudy eyes and remained silent for a long time.

No wonder he was so generous just now and didn't want Qin Juefei's compensation of food.

As long as there is a shortage of food, the tribe will always owe him, and since he refuses to accept other benefits from the tribe, he will always have the initiative.

"Have you thought it through? Even though your father loves you, don't forget that the Qin family is your roots..."

The implication is that you should not forget your biological father and relatives just because you have a stepfather.

"Grandpa, the clan leader, of course I know this. My last name is Qin, and I won't change it."

But there are no more.

Qin Yan's eyes were full of coldness as he looked straight into the old patriarch's eyes.

After a long moment, Chief Qin sighed, "Well, let's forget about it. Let's get ready and go into the ancestral hall."

As early as three days ago, after Qin Yan left, his grandson talked to him.

Qin Shucai believed that the clan should no longer tie Qin Yan down.

He had never received any benefits from the clan, on the contrary, he had suffered a lot of humiliation. Now he had no resentment and could have a little bit of affection for the clan, all because of the deceased Master Qin.

Does the clan want to sever this little bit of affection?

If the clan wants someone to rely on, then just wait for him to grow up.

He is the grandson of the clan leader and the main branch of the Qin family, so he should take responsibility.

Although Patriarch Qin was unwilling, he was persuaded by his grandson.

What happened today was just a final test of Qin Yan's feelings.

The Qin family opened the ancestral hall, so Fang Tong of course couldn't enter. He went home first carrying the big box.

"Brother Yan, go back early after you finish your work."

"By the way, Uncle Qin, there will be a banquet at my house tomorrow, you must come and support us." The last sentence was said to the head of the Qin clan.

Today's Qin's affairs were handled quite cleanly and efficiently.

Then he doesn't mind maintaining face with the other party.

Patriarch Qin forced a smile and agreed.

Their family has no plans to hold a wedding banquet. They will wait until Shucai passes the imperial examination. Then they will have time to go.

But I still feel regretful in my heart. If I had known that Qin Yan had such good fortune, I would have...

Fang Tong went home happily and gave the money to his wife. As for the remaining pots, pans, and other utensils, they had no plans to use them.

Just put it in the backyard and ignore it for now.

"It's settled. After the banquet tomorrow, we can start packing our luggage and prepare to go to the provincial capital." Qian Fengping smiled easily, as if the big stone in her heart had been lifted.

Over the years, she has been keeping track of the clan's accounts. It's not that she cares about the lost money, but mainly because of the humiliation that has forced her and her son to keep their heads down.

Now, they can all raise their heads and take a breath.

"Okay, there are a lot of things to pack." Fang Tong agreed.

After all, they are going to stay here for a long time.

"I'll go buy a horse later." Fang Tong covered his chest with his hands, feeling a little sad. A horse that can pull a cart would cost at least more than ten taels of silver, which is three times the price of a cow.

Of course, if you buy a good breed of horse, such as the one that Shi Junyan can travel a thousand miles a day, it will cost a hundred gold coins.

Even if Fang Tong's family sold all their belongings and added the money they saved, it was still not enough.

"Dad, I want to pick one too." Fang Nanzhi came over with a book in his arms without anyone noticing.

Although she can't ride this horse, it's nice to go and take a look.

Fang Tong glanced at the book in her hand and felt a little sympathetic towards his daughter: "Aren't you going to the academy for classes later?"

Fang Nanzhi was stunned, then his head drooped.

Yes, she still has classes.

Suddenly I felt a little envious of her brother. After he passed the examination to become a student, the academy gave him several days off.

Seeing his daughter was not in high spirits, Fang Tong pondered: "How about I go to the horse-hunting area at noon? Isn't it your meal time then? Daddy will take you out to eat."

"Okay, okay, Dad, you're the best." Fang Nanzhi became happy again.

Qin Yan was offering sacrifices to his ancestors. For the first time, he stood at the front and lit the first incense stick. Then Qin Shucai lit the second incense stick.

With the patriarch reciting a long passage, the ancestor worship ceremony was over.

He didn't go home directly, but went to his father's grave.

Qin Yan looked at the words on the tombstone, his thoughts drifting away.

Father, you taught me that the clan is bigger than the small family.

But after so many years of experience, I still can't understand. In my opinion, family is the most important.

Maybe you don't agree with what I did today, but I don't regret it.

I distanced myself from my clan, treated my mother, my father, and every one of my children well, and I felt quite at peace with myself.

Father, will you blame me?

The breeze blew by, as if responding to his thoughts, but it seemed just a coincidence.

Qin Yan smiled, turned and left.

That night, the Qin family went to bed early.

The next morning, women came one after another to help, some washing vegetables and some washing rice.

Fang Nanzhi was also busy following his second uncle, borrowing a chair from the east house, a table from the west house, and even bowls and chopsticks.

Fang Tong led Tie Zhu to chop bones with a few "bang bang bang" sounds!

He had ordered a whole pig the day before yesterday. When it was delivered today, Wang Kai said it was freshly slaughtered and very fresh.

Fang Tong felt the kindness and invited him to join the banquet.