The Daily Life of a Rich Peasant's Boy in the Imperial Examination

Sun Shan did this not only for the people, but also for himself.

If the people have food to eat, they will not rise up in rebellion.

They would never go into the mountains in groups to become bandits, burning, killing, and looting everywhere.

They certainly wouldn't become hooligans, wandering around and incidentally storming government offices.

Sun Shan realized that his family only had a dozen or so guards, how could they possibly defeat the large groups of starving civilians?

For the sake of official positions, and even more so for the sake of saving lives, they must produce more food so that the people can have enough to eat.

Xiao Wuzi, of course, had no idea of ​​Sun Shan's selfish thoughts. At this moment, he was happily heading towards Duanlongshan Town.

He silently vowed to himself: "I must complete the task assigned by Lord Sun. There are few in the world like Lord Sun who are so devoted to the people; the people of Yuanlu must cherish him."

Before long, summer planting was over, and Sun Shan and the "cadres" of the government office could finally breathe a sigh of relief.

Then a summer rain began to fall in a steady patter, which seemed even more like a good omen.

Everyone was looking forward to the days passing quickly and to the arrival of the autumn harvest.

Sun Shan, holding an oil-paper umbrella, slowly walked back to the backyard.

From afar, you can see three little kids: Little Fatty, Little Blackie, and Tiger Cry, playing in the water.

The little chubby girl, with her heavy body and chubby legs wearing straw sandals, stepped heavily into the puddle, splashing water everywhere.

It smeared all over Xiao Hei Mei and Hu Ming's faces, and they hurriedly covered it with their little hands.

Seeing this, the chubby girl laughed loudly and stomped in the puddles even more energetically.

After Xiao Hei Mei and Hu Ming realized what was happening, they followed Xiao Fei Mei and splashed in the puddles.

The three little mosquitoes got their faces splattered with water from the puddles their companions had stepped in, and they all burst into laughter at the same time.

When Gui Ge saw Xiao Hei Mei splashing in the water, he muttered, "Brother Shan, Xiao Hei Mei is so naughty. Oh dear, as her older sister, how can she be so mischievous?"

After saying that, he was about to go over and give them a scolding.

Sun Shan, holding Gui Ge'er's hand, shook his head and said, "Kids like to play in the water, so let them play. Look, Xiao Xiao can stomp in the water, why can't Xiao Hei Mei?"

Then he said seriously, "Brother Gui, Xiao Hei is Xiao Xiao's cousin, not a maid. She doesn't need to always give way to Xiao Xiao."

Even a fool could see that Gui Ge'er and Li Jinhua's education of Xiao Hei Mei was seriously flawed.

Sun Shan simply couldn't stand the trend of training Xiao Hei Mei to become Xiao Xiao's personal maid.

The little black girl didn't sell herself, so how can she be raised to be so timid and submissive?

Sun Shan needs to make a correction.

Seeing Sun Shan's serious expression, Gui Ge'er was a little scared and said timidly, "Brother Shan, Xiao Hei Mei is just a country girl, while Xiao Xiao is a well-bred young lady. The two cannot be compared. Besides, Xiao Hei Mei is older than Xiao Xiao, so you should give way to your younger sister."

Sun Shan said seriously, "So what if she's a country girl? Country girls can also rise to prominence. Look at my aunt, she's a country girl who has transformed into an old lady. Look at me, I'm just a country boy who studied hard and became a high-ranking official."

Gui Ge'er immediately retorted, "Shan Ge, Aunt, you're different. Little Black Girl can't compare."

Sun Shan countered, "What's incomparable?"

Aunt Sun is a model for women in Sunjia Village, while Sun Shan is a model for men in Sunjia Village.

Many villagers in Sunjia Village hope that their daughters will marry rich and handsome men, and that their sons will rise to high positions and become wealthy like Sun Shan.

Gui Ge'er said bluntly, "Brother Shan, Xiao Hei Mei isn't as pretty as Da Gu, nor as clever as you. How can she find a good husband? I think Xiao Hei Mei will rely on you to find a good marriage in the future, and when she gets old, she'll rely on Xiao Xiao for support. That way, Xiao Hei Mei can live a smooth and successful life."

Scratching her head, she glanced shyly at Sun Shan and said, "Brother Shan, Little Blackie was born into the wrong family, with useless parents. Hehe, I have no choice but to get along well with Xiaoxiao. Hehe, I'll rely on Xiaoxiao for support later. It's only right that I give in to Xiaoxiao now and do things for her. Little Blackie can count on Xiaoxiao in the future."

Sun Shan: ...

Is it appropriate to tell such blunt truths to the person involved?

Why does this approach seem so familiar?

Sun Shan's mind raced. Wasn't this the same idea he had back in Yuelu Academy—to live off his older cousin for the rest of his life?

No, he didn't just want to enjoy it alone; he wanted his children and grandchildren to enjoy it together.

Gui Ge'er is like someone who has been near ink and vermilion, becoming black and red, learning from others' example.

Sun Shan shook his head vigorously, sternly criticizing this idea: "Gui-ge'er, in this world, relying on mountains will lead to their collapse, relying on people will lead to their departure, only oneself is truly reliable. Humph, don't even think about taking crooked paths. Xiaoxiao said she wouldn't be Xiao Heimei's support. A daughter of the Sun family should be self-reliant and depend on herself."

After saying that, he ran away without looking back, afraid that if he was a step too late, Gui-ge'er would reveal his past idea of ​​taking advantage of his older cousin.

Gui-ge was dumbfounded? Why wouldn't Shan-ge let anyone lean on him?

He can live off Brother Shan for the rest of his life.

Since the father is like this, the little black girl naturally clings to Xiaoxiao and nibbles on her.

Gui Ge'er cried out anxiously, "Brother Shan, don't go! I... I'll follow you for the rest of my life! Don't go..."

Sun Shan ignored Gui Ge'er, walked over to the little fat girl, and scooped her up.

Oh dear, why is my chubby daughter still so heavy? It's so hot in the summer, shouldn't she have a poor appetite? How come she's still so fat?

I can still carry him now, but when he gets older, he'll be hunched over and I won't be able to carry him anymore.

The chubby girl was suddenly picked up.

"Ah~~~" she exclaimed in surprise, then saw Sun Shan.

She instantly became excited and shouted, "Daddy, fly high, Xiaoxiao wants to fly high!"

Sun Shan's face fell. It was already so difficult to pick him up, how could he expect to fly so high?

Having such a big, chubby daughter is really tough on you.

The chubby little girl continued to shout, "Daddy, Xiaoxiao wants to fly high, Daddy, fly, fly, fly~~"

Sun Shan was so proud that he suffered for it. How could her father refuse his daughter?

He said cheerfully, "My dear girl, you're here! Fei Gao Gao is here..."

Sun Shan picked up the little chubby girl high, spun her around once, and then spun around again with big strides.

He stumbled, almost throwing the chubby girl away, and nearly causing her to fall flat on her face.

Gritting his teeth and mustering all his strength, he steadied himself and safely delivered the little girl to the ground.

The chubby little girl, now on the ground, tilted her head back and asked in confusion, "Daddy? Why aren't you flying high anymore?"

Sun Shan couldn't very well say, "Daughter, you've gotten so fat! When I was carrying you up high just now, I think I twisted my back."

He pointed at Huming and said in a serious but nonsensical tone, "Good girl, your father is going to check your brother's homework. You play with Little Blackie. Your father has to go now."

When Little Fatty heard the word "schoolwork," even if she wanted to fly high, she didn't dare to anymore.

If it gets noisy, Grandma will raise the feather duster high again.

The chubby girl nodded sharply at her little fat head: "Yes, Dad, you're busy. Schoolwork is important, Xiaoxiao is the most obedient."

What a thoughtful little girl! Sun Shan was deeply moved.

She will surely grow up to be a well-educated, gentle, and virtuous young lady.

The line of suitors stretched from Shanhaiguan to Jiayuguan.