After traveling through time, I became Han Zhang’s grandson?

"This matter is quite simple." Han Ming and Sheng Minglan exchanged a glance. They knew that the other had a strategy in mind and they didn't want to draw too much attention, so they just said something casually to deal with it.

As soon as Han Ming opened his mouth, everyone looked at him, wanting to know what he had to say.

"In fact, if we appoint the eldest and the most capable, just one question can solve the doubts in everyone's mind." Han Ming pretended to be profound and waved his sleeves in a dashing manner.

Then, under everyone's expectant gaze, he slowly said, "How can we know whether the second son is truly virtuous or just pretending to be virtuous?"

As soon as Han Ming said this, the eyes of the people present changed and they instantly understood what he meant.

"As the Fourth Miss and Zhong Huai just said, both Emperor Taizong of Tang and Emperor Yang of Sui were second sons, but the first initiated the Zhenguan Reign and laid a solid foundation for the prosperous Tang Dynasty."

"The other, though known for his talent and strategy in his youth, squandered the people's resources and engaged in excessive military campaigns after ascending to the throne, leading to the demise of the second generation."

"Aren't these two the difference between a true virtuous person and a fake one? Can't anyone see that?"

"No, it's because people habitually use their own perspective and social ethics to judge a person. Then, whether a person is virtuous or not becomes a criterion that can change accordingly."

"The idea that a second son can be enthroned because he is virtuous is subjective, but the idea that a legitimate son can be enthroned because he is the eldest is objective. Since you were born earlier, you are the eldest brother and won't be affected by much external influence."

"This is the only way to eliminate those who are 'pretentious' or 'pretending to be virtuous', such as the Second Emperor of Qin and Emperor Yang of Sui, and to ensure the foundation for the long-term stability of an era, a country, or a society."

Han Ming spoke confidently and gave a conclusion based on his own feelings, but this made Sheng Molan's face turn unhappy, and her face turned blue and purple.

Because Molan felt that Han Ming was making a veiled criticism, saying that this concubine's daughter behaved improperly and was not virtuous, but was pretending to be a good person.

Rulan grinned and laughed, looking extremely happy because she also understood what Han Ming meant.

"How dare you say that!" Zhuang Xuejiu felt that Han Ming's words had offended all the illegitimate sons in the world.

If what he said today were to get out, I'm afraid the illegitimate descendants of the Song Dynasty would scold him to death. After all, no one wants to be accused of "pretending to be wise."

If there are any more virtuous or illegitimate sons in the family in the future, I am afraid that they will be understood as "pretending" or "fake".

Han Ming will be despised for eternity.

"Mr. said that this is just a casual chat and discussion. I hope you won't harm me." Han Ming looked at everyone with a smile.

"Haha, it's fine for us, but I'm just worried that you might lose control after drinking and talk nonsense, just like the Lantern Festival poetry gathering a few days ago..."

Gu Tingye didn't care and even teased the other person.

"Don't worry, I'll keep my mouth shut." Sheng Changbai immediately said that he would not say anything more.

"What about you? Changfeng?" Han Ming looked at the third brother of the Sheng family with a forced smile.

"Don't worry, I'm keeping my mouth shut." Sheng Changfeng smiled awkwardly.

Everyone in the school said that they would not spread the news, and the matter was over. Then, Master Zhuang threw the question to Minglan, wanting to hear her opinion.

"Sixth Miss..."

"I'm just a girl, and I've never thought about such things." Sheng Minglan answered cautiously.

"Let's not talk about state affairs. Let's just say, for example, a small family has an incompetent eldest son and a smart and capable illegitimate son. Who should be the head of the family?"

Sheng Changfeng didn't care what Minglan was thinking and asked questions very actively.

"This is something the master of the family needs to consider. I am not in a position to make any comments." Minglan replied in a low voice.

"Third brother, how do you know? The eldest son must be mediocre. Maybe the illegitimate son is just an embroidered pillow with a strong appearance but a weak heart."

Rulan felt that there was something wrong with Changfeng's question, as if it was secretly referring to himself and Sheng Changbai, so she became very angry and retorted.

After hearing this, Chang Feng turned his head away speechlessly and rolled his eyes, saying no more.

"The second son may look strong but be weak, but that doesn't stop the eldest son from being mediocre." Molan offered support.

"You..." Rulan pouted, unconvinced.

"Ask Sixth Sister, what are you two arguing about?" Sheng Changfeng took the initiative to interrupt and turned the topic back to Minglan.

"Sixth sister, you say."

"I don't know what to say."

Minglan knew that this matter had turned into a conflict between the legitimate and illegitimate children of the Sheng family. She couldn't help but sigh secretly and wanted to not help either side, but everyone kept pressing her.

"You must say something." Rulan turned around and asked.

"Go on!" Molan urged.

This scene made Qi Heng's heart tighten. He felt a little pity for Minglan and didn't want everyone to force her like this. So he spoke up to help.

"Everyone, please don't make things difficult for Sixth Sister. She's young and doesn't have to take the imperial examination. This topic doesn't really concern her. Why force her?"

Qi Heng's words made Molan and Rulan feel dissatisfied, as if they felt that Qi Heng was biased.

Gu Tingye knew how difficult it was to be a concubine's daughter in a wealthy family, and that she couldn't just protect her husband, so she took the initiative to become the "bad guy" and joined the "intimidation" group.

"I think we should listen to Sixth Miss's opinion. Although she is small and doesn't like to talk, she might be quite smart and already have an idea in mind."

"Looking at us arguing here until our faces are red, why are you laughing at us in your heart?"

This made Minglan's heart move, and then she said with a little anger: "Second Uncle Gu wants to say something, so just say it. Why do you have to involve me?"

Qi Heng was a little panicked and couldn't help but question Gu Tingye in a low voice: "Second uncle, why are you forcing her too?"

Gu Tingye was not at all flustered. He leaned back slightly, lay on his back and said, "The more you defend the younger one, the more the two older ones will argue. Just let her handle it herself. I think she can handle it."

"No, you don't know, she is here, in this house, she can't do it." Qi Heng said worriedly.

Gu Tingye sat upright, with an uncontrollable smile on his face.

"Well, everyone has said it. Sixth Miss, you should say something too." Zhuang Xuejiu finally did not let Sheng Minglan go.

"I'm calling you, asking you to speak quickly!" Rulan reminded Minglan in a low voice.

Minglan stood up helplessly, bowed slightly, then pondered for a while. When she turned around, she saw Han Ming smiling at her with his big teeth showing, as if with an expectant look.

"Actually, I want to ask the young master, Uncle Gu, and Brother Han."

"I'm here, just ask." Qi Heng immediately stood up and answered softly.

"The three of you are all legitimate sons of your families. If you were to discuss matters of legitimate and illegitimate children, you might be able to speak more freely than us siblings."

"But today, I want to ask the three of you: if each of you had a very promising half-brother, how would you deal with it?"

Minglan asked in a firm tone whether it was the three outsiders or Han Ming, the legitimate son of the family.

"What does it matter whether it's a legitimate or illegitimate child? If a illegitimate son is talented and has good character, that's a good thing." Gu Tingye answered calmly with a thoughtful look.

"I personally think that if I had a bastard like Zhong Huai said, I could have a much easier time and just be a rich man and a peaceful dog."

Han Ming, on the other hand, made the idea of ​​throwing things around seem refreshing and unconventional. His words were so pure and unselfish that they were even a bit out of line with the current mainstream.

Looking at the people who were watching him in shock, Han Ming smiled carefreely, and then, under Zhuang Xuejiu's glare, he quietly lay back on the desk and said no more.

Minglan was speechless. How could there be such a strange person?

"What if this talented and upright half-brother wants to compete with you for the title?" Minglan continued to ask.

"If we exchange legitimate and illegitimate children for eldest and youngest, my brother is the oldest in my family, followed by me. If my third brother is better than me, he will naturally inherit the main family."

Gu Tingye answered the question straightforwardly, leaving Minglan to sit back without saying a word.

"It's fine for me. Zhong Huai's family is a marquis, Yuan Ruo's family is a duke, and my family is just an ordinary 'prime minister' family. There is no such thing as a title."

Han Ming was still unwilling to be lonely and answered Minglan's question.

But when Han Ming said this, why did a faint sense of pretentiousness flow through the school? I don't understand why!

During the question and answer session, Han Ming, Gu Tingye and Sheng Minglan interacted frequently, leaving Qi Heng, who was standing and waiting for an answer, unable to get a word in. In the end, he had to sit down in disappointment.

Then, I don’t know what Qi Heng was thinking, but he took the initiative to take over Gu Tingye’s words and expressed his own thoughts.

"Second uncle, you are wrong. Your youngest brother is also the legitimate son, so he doesn't count. The succession of the family is a serious matter, so how can we joke about it?"

"It's a small matter for you to be indifferent to fame and gain, but allowing a bastard to inherit the title would bring shame to our ancestors and clan."

Hearing Qi Heng's words, Han Ming shook his head and chuckled. This is the difference between Qi Yuanruo and Gu Zhonghuai!

"Shame? If this bastard is virtuous and talented, he will surely accomplish great things and bring honor to the family."

"If the legitimate son is immoral and incompetent and squanders the family fortune, will it bring honor to our ancestors?" Gu Tingye retorted.

"The concubine's son is talented, he can just assist the legitimate son, there is no need to mess up the status, isn't it the best of both worlds?" Qi Heng still insisted on his opinion.

"Young Master, you think too highly of people's hearts. Talented people are bound to be proud..." When Gu Tingye said this, his eyes kept glancing at Han, who was watching the show with great interest.

The other person gave him a big smile and two rows of front teeth.

"...How could I possibly be subordinate to someone else? If you say so, there will definitely be trouble within the family, with brothers turning against each other! I'm afraid by then, even my title will be lost."

Gu Tingye's words made Qi Heng shake his head and chuckle, as if he didn't care.

"Many people nowadays judge success or failure based on fame and reputation, which is why those bastards are so eager to make unrealistic moves."

"If everyone in the world could strictly observe etiquette and respect for their status, distinguish between high and low, and respect the eldest son, how could there be such things as brothers fighting and bringing disaster to the family?"

Qi Heng's words were really too idealistic.

"If Yuan Ruoruo thinks so, I would like to advise you to do more good deeds and not be reborn as a bastard in the future. That would bring you untold suffering."

Gu Tingye's words were a direct verbal attack, and Han Ming laughed out loud. It was so interesting, so interesting.

Zhuang Xuejiu quickly stepped forward to interrupt the debate. If it continued, the verbal dispute would easily turn into a physical fight.

"Hey, let's just joke around and talk. Everyone should be more friendly. Sixth Miss, you've let the two gentlemen talk for so long, but they still haven't made a decision on whether to appoint the eldest son or the most capable one."

Sheng Minglan held the book in her hand, looking hesitant, but still gave her own answer: "No conclusion is the conclusion."

"I agree with what Brother Han said. Virtue and unvirtue are easy to disguise and difficult to distinguish, but the distinction between legitimate and illegitimate children, seniority and juniority, is clear at a glance, so there's no need to argue."

"If a bastard is truly virtuous, he will not destroy his family for his own selfish desires."

"On the other hand, if the legitimate son holds power, it is said that this can restrain the illegitimate sons, preventing them from committing crimes and ensuring long-term prosperity."

"A true man should be loyal to his king and love his country. Why not be a loyal subject? Why argue pointlessly?"

Minglan's words made everyone amazed and their eyes were full of admiration.

Han Ming clapped his hands and chuckled softly, "As expected of a girl who follows the old lady, you have great insight!"

Gu Tingye also touched his forehead, turned around and whispered to Qi Heng: "Look, she put us both in the same trap with just one sentence. We quarreled non-stop, and she stood by and watched."

Qi Heng smiled happily and said, "She has always been so smart."

"Hahaha, it's rare for Sixth Miss to have such insight at such a young age! Great! Today has been so exciting, I'll give you a break and no homework."

Master Zhuang smiled happily, waved his paper fan, and strolled out of the school leisurely.