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Chapter 429: Write More Letters

There was no rule in this dynasty that children of merchants could not take the imperial examinations.

Generally, large chambers of commerce have some of their direct descendants serving as officials in the court.

Chen Ziqi often said that Luo Hong was well-educated, often had unique insights, and some of his articles were very profound.

Qing Liuniang looked at Lin Keyu several times today. She didn't know what arrangements Luo Hong had made for the younger generations in the family. His son now had a good relationship with these people.

She knew that her son was being criticized by some other families in the academy, and she didn't want her son to be alone in the future.

"Uncle Luo, will Brother Lin go back with you? What are your future plans? Actually, your current Wenqing Academy is quite good. Although it is not as good as Zhongzhou Academy, it also often has famous scholars come to teach. They are all invited from the capital and have a better understanding of the current situation and the imperial examinations."

Luo Hong nodded. He had been here for more than half a year, so he naturally understood this principle.

"Sixth Lady, of course I understand this, but Ke Yu is still young, he can wait for two years. But there are still a few younger generations in the family, and I am also prepared to shamelessly ask you for a favor. I hope they can follow me to study at Wenqing Academy in the second half of the year."

Qing Liuniang was very happy: "Of course there is no problem. As long as the knowledge is not too bad and the character is acceptable, there will be no problem here. You also know that an academy always has some bottom line for accepting people, otherwise Wenqing Academy would not dare to say that it is the second-ranked academy in Zhongzhou."

Luo Hong: "Of course, of course. The entrance exam treats everyone equally. You can take the exam however you want. As long as you have the opportunity to take the exam, it's fine. If you really can't pass, you can only blame the younger generation in your family for not working hard. Don't blame others in any way."

Chen Ziqi had never heard of Luo Hong talking about these arrangements before, and he was very happy. Li Yao and Wei Songbai were also very knowledgeable, especially Li Yao, whose articles written at such a young age were comparable to his.

"That's great. Daqiang, Shisheng and a few other good friends can't come to the prefecture. I have written to them, asking them to read more books and try to write picture books to make money. There is nothing shameful about making money to support yourself and study. When they save money for two years and have enough money for the trip and tuition, they can come to the prefecture to study for a year or so and then take part in the next provincial examination."

Luo Hong knew that people were poor at that time. The travel expenses alone from Nanshan Prefecture to the provincial capital stopped many people. Some poor people did not have the money to take a carriage or a caravan in order to take the exam.

Many of them have to walk, so they have to start half a year or even a year in advance to take an exam.

Although walking does not require travel expenses, and you can stay in thatched huts, caves, and dilapidated temples, you still have to spend money on food. Therefore, some people need to find ways to make money while walking.

This is also the reason why no matter when, the economic base determines the superstructure. Only a few people can become successful from poor families. For most people, it is easier to make a career if they have a family background.

Father Liu wrote a letter to Luo Hong, telling him that the family had a new group of people, among whom were some good students. Naturally, he had to consider them. Now there were Li Yao, Wei Songbai and He Yuanhua in the family. The three of them were studying together in the provincial capital and could take care of each other.

He is old and if he fails the exam this time, he will really not take it again.

The school at home was built for him, and he went back to manage the school.

Qing Liuniang continued, "In the future, as our family's business grows bigger and bigger, it will definitely be better for us to develop in the state capital. Or if you want to go to the bigger and more prosperous capital, that's not impossible."

Qing Liuniang didn't understand the specific situation of their group and thought that Lin Weizhong and Luo Hong were from the same family. She also knew that there was a Liu father and Liu Caixia.

She didn't even know that Luo Hong's wife had a grandson.

Luo Hong: "These are all things for the future. Our family is complex and has a large population. How it will develop in the future depends on our own wishes. But we all think that the most important thing is for the family to be together in peace. We work hard to make money and pass the imperial examinations so that the family can have a stable life. We don't require the family to stand out and do something earth-shattering. As long as we can support ourselves and live a peaceful life, that's enough."

Shen Wanshan still believed what Luo Hong said. After all, he was close to Lin Weizhong and often visited the farm. He also had a general understanding of the temperament of this family through casual chatting and interacting with them, which was one of the reasons why he was willing to interact with them.

They had a pleasant conversation here. When Luo Hong left, Chen Ziqi stepped forward and saluted: "Uncle Luo, take care. I don't know when we will see each other again?"

Luo Hong patted Chen Ziqi on the shoulder and said, "Come to Nanshan Mansion when you have time. As the saying goes, reading ten thousand books is not as good as traveling ten thousand miles. If you encounter any difficulties or doubts in your studies, it is better to put them aside and go out for a walk. Maybe you will have a different understanding."

Chen Ziqi nodded: "I see. I will go to Nanshan Mansion if I have the chance. I also want to visit the academy you mentioned. I am really curious about what kind of place it is."

Luo Hong: "Of course you are welcome to come. You will be arranged to teach the children when the time comes. You can't run away."

Chen Ziqi: "Then I must be a strict teacher and teach them everything I know. Uncle Luo, I think you will definitely pass the exam this time. You should wait a while before going back."

Luo Hong: "No need. Whether I pass the exam or not, I will not stay. Don't worry too much or miss it. Life should look forward. Ziqi, you should also take care of your health. Studying is important, and health is also important. You can't miss exercising every day."

When Chen Ziqi found out that Luo Hong and the others exercised every day, he was confused for a while, but after getting familiar with it, he joined in the exercise.

I just realized that my health was really bad before, and that a weak scholar doesn’t have to be weak.

Later, when they took the exam, many people in the examination room were carried out. They were still able to talk to each other after the exam, which showed that they were in very good spirits.

"Uncle Luo, I will. Take care of yourself too! See you later!"

These two people were really sticky and talked for a long time.

After walking a long way from the restaurant, Qing Liuniang and Mrs. Shen Wanshan chatted awkwardly for a long time. When they had nothing to talk about, they pulled Lin Keyu aside and chatted for a long time.

Lin Keyu was relieved when he saw that the two had finally finished their conversation. These two aunts were so scary.

I kept talking to him, but he really didn't know what to say.

On the way home, Luo Hong was thinking that it was a great blessing to have a close friend in life. It was not easy for an old man like him and a young man from ancient times to have so many topics to talk about and chat happily without any awkwardness.

After he leaves, he will definitely miss the little boy Chen Ziqi.

But it’s okay. After returning home, he still has old friends to talk about anything with.

But this kid is in trouble. Judging from his previous life, I'm afraid his days will return to being boring again.

However, he would write to him more often.