After traveling through time, I was raised by a little brat

On this day, sunlight filtered through the leaves, casting dappled shadows. Bursts of laughter echoed from the school, heralding the end of the day. Tang Wenshu walked lightly down the road to the Imperial College, carrying an exquisite basket filled with carefully prepared items.

Ever since her brother Tang Qi entered the Imperial College, his busy schedule limited him to returning home only once a month. Consequently, Tang Wenshu would tirelessly visit her beloved brother whenever she had free time. Each time, she always followed her mother Zeng Yuan's instructions, bringing a clean change of clothes and delicious food. Zeng Yuan, deeply concerned that her son's life at the Imperial College would be difficult, repeatedly urged Tang Wenshu to take good care of his daily needs and diet.

By this time, Tang Qi had become a renowned figure within the Imperial College, and as his younger sister, Tang Wenshu, naturally became the subject of much attention and teasing from the other students. After all, a girl as beautiful, gentle, and delicate as Tang Wenshu was a rare sight, and everyone couldn't help but feel a fondness for her. Furthermore, whenever she visited her brother, she would bring a variety of mouth-watering delicacies.

"Hey, my little sister is here again!" Just then, one of Tang Qi's classmates spotted Tang Wenshu at the doorway and immediately approached her with a beaming smile, warmly accepting the basket from her. As they led Tang Wenshu out into the courtyard, the classmate curiously asked, "What delicious treats have you brought for the brothers this time?"

As soon as Tang Wenshu entered the courtyard, he heard a constant stream of greetings. "Little sister, long time no see!" "Haha, Wenshu, you're getting more and more beautiful!" Someone even asked in a slightly flirtatious tone, "How are you doing, little sister? Do you miss us brothers?" However, these words were meant without malice, just harmless jokes. After all, Tang Wenshu was still young, completely different in age from them, so everyone treated her more like a cute little sister.

Tang Wenshu was strolling through the Imperial College when she spotted a group of tiny children laboriously sweeping up a mountain of fallen leaves. Puzzled, her brow furrowed slightly as she muttered to herself, "Why are these young servants being asked to do such heavy work? Aren't there plenty of other servants available in the academy?" She glanced around, wondering whose servants these were. She had never seen them in such a state before.

Just then, a figure slowly emerged from the academy. It was Tang Qi. A smile played on his lips, his brows curved into crescents. He looked at his sister and explained, "Shushu, you might not know this, but these children are called An Ge and others. They're here to learn. Cleaning is just a way for them to earn a living." He then shook his head slightly, seeming quite satisfied with the arrangement.

"Oh? So that's how it is..." Tang Wenshu nodded in sudden realization, but her curiosity remained lingering. While her brother wasn't looking, she quietly approached one of the children, who was wielding a broom with great effort. The child was frail, his arms struggling. Tang Wenshu couldn't help but reach out and gently tap his arm. She expected the seemingly firm touch to be solid muscle, but instead, she felt bone. She was secretly surprised. She had assumed the child only looked thin, but she hadn't expected him to be truly emaciated.

Perhaps sensing someone approaching, the child called An Ge turned around, a bright smile on his face, and he happily called out, "Hello, sister!" As soon as he finished speaking, a burst of playful laughter suddenly rang out around him. An Ge then realized that he had called the wrong name. The person in front of him was Qi Ge's sister, not his own. His face flushed instantly, and he quickly bowed to Tang Wenshu, stammering, "Hello, young lady!"

"It's okay. Your name is An Ge, what a nice name. I'd like to ask, which academy did you attend before?" Tang Wenshu asked curiously, blinking her eyes. She secretly suspected that this seemingly unusual young man might be from another academy, visiting the Imperial Academy for study and exchange. After all, the four major academies were always keen on organizing events like this to showcase the exceptional talents and abilities of their students.

"We used to be beggars on West Street," Ango replied calmly, his voice as calm as if he were discussing something perfectly ordinary. He showed no shame or embarrassment about his past as a beggar; it seemed as if begging was just an ordinary, legitimate job.

"Oh, I'm sorry... I didn't know it was like this." Tang Wenshu showed a trace of apology on his face, then he smiled and said encouragingly: "But it doesn't matter, being able to come to the Imperial College now is a very good start. As long as you are willing to study hard, you will be able to pass the imperial examinations and make a name for yourself in the future!" As he said that, Tang Wenshu patted An Ge's shoulder gently, just like his brother Tang Qi treated others on weekdays, and took out a piece of exquisite pastry from his sleeve and handed it to him.

"Thank you, sister!" An Ge took the cake and devoured it without hesitation. In the past, when he was wandering West Street, if he was given food, he would always give it to others first, and usually eat it last. But now in the Imperial College, he remembered what Tang Qi had said to him - here, what belongs to you should be enjoyed first, because only by being true to yourself can you better uphold morality. Although An Ge didn't fully understand these words, he knew that since the cake was already in his hands, there was no need to be polite and he could just eat it with confidence.

Tang Wenshu then spent some time in the courtyard with her brother, Tang Qi. A gentle breeze ruffled their clothes, and sunlight filtered through the leaves, casting dappled shadows on the ground. The siblings chatted happily, sharing their recent experiences.

However, time always flies by quickly, and before she knew it, the sun was setting. Tang Wenshu suddenly realized that she still had to attend evening classes at the Imperial College. She glanced at her brother helplessly, a hint of reluctance in her eyes.

At this moment, Tang Qi was about to plunge into his busy studies. He gently patted his sister's shoulder and said with a smile, "Go home quickly." Tang Wenshu nodded, then turned and walked out the door.

At this moment, many students around also noticed that Tang Wenshu was about to leave, and they gathered around to say goodbye to Tang Wenshu.

"Goodbye, sister!" a tall student shouted.

"Come again next time, sister!" Another pretty student smiled and waved.

For a moment, the sound of farewells filled the entire courtyard, like a lively concert. Tang Wenshu walked along, constantly responding to everyone's enthusiasm, with a sweet smile on his face.

When she finally walked out of the courtyard and got into the carriage to return to the mansion, the affectionate words of "sister" still echoed in her ears. She gently closed her eyes, feeling the warmth and friendship, and her heart was filled with happiness.