The journey of the only child of a peasant family to take the imperial examination

"Okay, there's no one around now. Tell me the truth. I can accept any consequences." Zhang Ping'an made an excuse and called Chen Jianqiu to the study to talk and get things clear.

He is not entirely concerned about the issue of children. What is destined to happen will happen eventually, and what is not destined to happen will not happen no matter how hard you try.

As for children, he is not that eager at this age.

No matter what, good health comes first.

Chen Jianqiu scratched his head and said, "I was mainly worried that my aunt would worry, so I planned to tell you in private."

"I understand," Zhang Pingan nodded.

"Well, it's like this. I just took your pulse. You are fine and in good health. There is no problem. The problem is my sister-in-law. She probably has a congenital deficiency. Although she has taken a lot of precious medicinal herbs and tried her best to recuperate, her kidney qi is not strong and her heart is weak. I am afraid she will show signs of premature aging, not to mention having children. I guess her menstruation is not normal. Even if she manages to get pregnant, giving birth will be a life-or-death experience. It is very dangerous," Chen Jianqiu said frankly.

"Apart from congenital deficiencies, there are no other problems, right?" Zhang Pingan asked. To be honest, he was not surprised by the result.

Qian Youyi had told him before about his congenital weakness, so he was mentally prepared.

I’m afraid there may be other problems.

Fortunately, Chen Jianqiu shook his head and said, "Congenital deficiency is the biggest problem, nothing else matters."

"Okay, I understand. Don't tell my parents about this for now," Zhang Pingan said after hesitating for a while.

"Of course I understand this, don't worry!" Chen Jianqiu nodded.

After returning to the room, Qian Youyi had already finished washing up and was sitting in front of the dressing mirror, slowly combing her hair.

Seeing Zhang Pingan come in, he casually asked, "Dr. Chen didn't tell the truth just now, did he?"

"He's just afraid that his parents will worry. As for the child, just let it go as it comes," Zhang Ping'an responded gently.

"Don't you have anything to say?" Qian Youyi looked over with a calm expression.

Zhang Pingan sat over after hearing this and couldn't help laughing: "Then what do you want me to ask?"

Qian Youyi was unusually speechless for a moment. She didn't expect Zhang Pingan's reaction to be even calmer than hers.

The couple has been getting along with each other with respect since they got married.

But this kind of silent feeling made Zhang Pingan feel more comfortable. The two of them supported and accompanied each other to move forward. Although it was not earth-shattering, it made people feel very at ease.

For Zhang Pingan, who has never been in love in his two lives, he is very lucky to meet such a person to accompany him for life. People should not be too greedy.

Thinking of this, Zhang Ping'an took the comb from Qian Youyi's hand and stood behind her to help her comb her hair.

Qian Youyi's hair is well maintained. It is like satin, black, shiny, and very smooth, without a single split end.

Zhang Pingan continued with a smile as he combed his hair, "First of all, I'm not that anxious about having a child. We're both under eighteen, so we're still young. Jianqiu is actually a few years older than me, and he hasn't even gotten married yet.

Secondly, even if I want children, I don’t pursue having many children. Two or three is the most. I hope to give my children my wholehearted love, instead of doing it like a business or raising insects, and then selectively cultivating them based on the returns and their performance. For my children, I only ask them to live a safe, happy and healthy life. That’s enough!

So, don’t feel burdened! "

Qian Youyi was a little hesitant when he heard this. He lowered his head and touched the ends of his hair and repeated: "Safe, happy, healthy..."

"Yes, I am very lucky to have these three things," Zhang Pingan said slowly.

"Actually, I'm already prepared for you to take a concubine," Qian Youyi said, looking up, his expression becoming relaxed.

"That's not necessary. I already have a good wife like my wife, so why would I need to take a concubine?" Zhang Ping'an shook his head and laughed.

Qian Youyi sat in front of the mirror and laughed softly.

The atmosphere between the two of them was very harmonious for a while, and the distance between their hearts became closer.

Zhang Pingan couldn't remember where he had seen this sentence: "People who love each other deeply can hear each other's voices in silence even without words."

He felt that he and Qian Youyi seemed to be slowly developing this feeling.

Another good night’s sleep tonight!

After being persuaded by Zhang Ping'an, County Magistrate Yang became extremely concerned about the affairs of the shipyard. He mobilized his own local connections and found many good boatmen from nearby fishing villages to help in the shipyard. Finally, the project was completed before the superiors came to inspect and accept the ship.

This matter was strongly advocated by Lord Zhou, and according to the former County Magistrate Lu, the order he received was a secret one, which means it was not made public.

According to normal procedures, officials from the Ministry of Industry should have come to inspect the ship's structural strength, watertightness, etc., and they should also launch the ship for a water test.

But now it is obvious that the situation is unusual.

So when Zhang Ping'an saw that the person sent by the higher-ups to check and accept the ships was from the Canal Transport Office, he was not surprised. Moreover, they also followed the procedures, so it was not convenient for him to interfere too much and just let them deliver the goods normally.

The bearded man in the lead walked with great vigor and energy, and it was obvious that he was a soldier.

There were traces of ointment on his face and arms, and his legs were wrapped in gauze, indicating that he had been injured not long ago.

After Zhang Ping'an and his men received him, they exchanged pleasantries and learned that this man was a close confidant of Lord Zhou and had just returned from the battlefield in Yuezhou.

"This matter is of great importance. Lord Zhou has been thinking about it even though he is at the front line. Let's not waste any more time on nonsense and start testing the boat in the water this afternoon," said the bearded man.

You can see that he is a quick-tempered person and is efficient in his work!

"Commander Zhou, you have come all the way here, you must be exhausted. We, your subordinates, should show some hospitality. You can take a rest after dinner and relax. There is still time to test the ship tomorrow," County Magistrate Yang advised with a flattering smile.

Unfortunately, this time the flattery backfired.

Lieutenant General Zhou didn't give him any face at all. He put the wine glass back on the table with a bang and said sternly, "You don't understand what I'm saying, do you? I said afternoon, so it's afternoon! You have no idea how critical the situation on the front line is, and you're still singing and dancing here!"

County Magistrate Yang was so embarrassed that he immediately covered his face with his sleeves and said nothing.

When Chief Secretary Tao saw this, he laughed secretly in his heart. It seemed that flattery was not always effective. He suddenly felt very fond of Commander Zhou!

Because Lieutenant General Zhou was in a hurry, after a quick lunch, everyone went to the beach in the afternoon to test the boat.

Everything was going smoothly and Lieutenant General Zhou was very satisfied with the result.

Unexpectedly, after inspecting the ship, Lieutenant General Zhou did not leave, but instead set up camp in a village not far from the sea outside the city.

Zhang Pingan even suspected that he had heard it wrongly. What was going on?