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

Ten days later, after enduring many trials and tribulations, the group finally arrived at Yingtian Prefecture. The journey was filled with numerous setbacks, notably encountering two robberies along the way. Fortunately, with the help of the martial arts prowess of Chen Changxiao and his companions, these troubles were easily eradicated.

The "eradication" mentioned here didn't simply mean capturing the bandits. Chen Changxiao went all out, leading his guards to raid their lair! The accompanying guards were exceptionally skilled, and they quickly escorted the captured bandits to the Yingtian government office before quickly returning to provide support. The bandits weren't numerous, and with the strength of Chen Changxiao and his guards, they were more than capable of dispatching them in a short period of time.

During the final robbery, even Tang Wenshu, ever the ladylike one, couldn't contain her curiosity and insisted on going up the mountain to join in the fun. Tang Zichan couldn't persuade her, so she led them there herself. However, when she finally reached the top, breathlessly, she found the bandits already bound and dumped at the entrance to the stronghold, waiting for the guards from the Marquis' Mansion to enter and ransack their property. After three such incidents, Chen Changxiao had become a master at suppressing bandits and raiding their homes. Every time he entered the stronghold, he could always pinpoint the location of the storehouse.

Strangely, despite raiding three bandit lairs, the seizure of property was pitifully small, with virtually nothing of value in the warehouses. This raised a question in Chen Changxiao and the others: Could Yingtian Prefecture be so impoverished that these robbers lacked sufficient food and treasure? But upon closer inspection, Yingtian Prefecture had experienced no severe natural disasters and was located near the fertile land of Yangzhou. The only plausible explanation was man-made disasters! Otherwise, how could such rampant banditry exist?

"Everyone should do their job. We are just an exchange student group. Should we report these situations?" Tang Zichan said, his brows slightly furrowed, as if he was thinking about something important.

"If it's a man-made disaster, there are probably quite a few officials involved." Tang Wenshu agreed. She sighed softly, a hint of worry in her eyes.

"Yes, officials protect each other." Tang Wenshu nodded. Although she didn't know the specifics, she knew some rumors about the darkness and corruption in the officialdom. In her previous life, she had watched too many programs like "Sunshine Questioning Integrity" and "Confessions".

"Sister, you understand all this. Then tell me, how did this man-made disaster come about?" Tang Zichan looked at Tang Wenshu, a hint of curiosity flashing in his eyes. He wanted to see how smart this little sister was.

Tang Wenshu blinked. She actually didn't understand these complicated political issues, but she still decided to try to answer her brother's question.

"Forcing good people to become bandits is caused by excessive taxation. Most of the money collected goes into the pockets of officials, and then they report to the court, saying that the bandit problem here is serious and that a military expenditure of 100,000 taels of silver is needed to suppress the bandits, etc." Tang Wenshu said this casually. These words were all made up by her imagination and had no factual basis.

"And this suppression of bandits can take ten years, and I don't know how much silver we have to ask the court for during this period." Tang Wenshu continued. The more she spoke, the more she found her ideas interesting, as if she was in a world full of conspiracy and power struggles.

Tang Zichan couldn't help laughing when he heard Tang Wenshu's words. He didn't expect his sister to have such a strange idea. However, he had to admit that his sister's mind was indeed very active and she had a unique insight into human nature.

Chen Changxiao, standing quietly by, looked at Tang Wenshu with a strange expression, secretly marveling: How exactly does the Tang Guogong Mansion raise children? Even at such a young age, she already understands such principles. More importantly, Tang Zichan was only a cousin, yet he not only cared deeply for Tang Wenshu, but even patiently guided her through her questions, teaching her like he was his own child, completely and without any ulterior motives.

Finally, Chen Changxiao made a decisive decision: "Report this matter to His Royal Highness the Crown Prince. After all, these are matters beyond our jurisdiction." Then, he turned to look at Tang Wenshu and said in a firm tone: "Miss Tang and His Royal Highness the Crown Prince have a close friendship. I will leave the writing of the letter to you."

Tang Wenshu had been studying at the academy for a year, but her handwriting hadn't improved much. Every time she wrote to the Crown Prince, she could only manage a few words, but this time, facing such a long letter, she couldn't help but feel a headache. So, she reluctantly asked Tang Zichan, "Cousin, please move into the carriage."

When Tang Zichan boarded the carriage, Tang Wenshu quickly handed him the brush and said with a smile, "Come on, brother, you can write it."

After arranging for someone to mail the letter, the group continued their journey. Perhaps because of the fierce battle earlier, they encountered no more bandits along the way. They rode at full speed and soon arrived at Yingtian Prefecture. After entering the city, they headed straight for the library. It was during a break, and Tang Wenshu followed them in.

Unlike the imposing and majestic architecture of the Imperial College, the Yingtian Academy embraces a refined garden-style design, embodying the tranquility and elegance of a beautiful garden. Located in a corner of Yingtian Prefecture, the academy is surrounded by lush trees and vibrant flowers, creating a refreshing and inviting atmosphere.

Students from all over the country gather here, but the majority are from the south. Each one of them is refined, handsome, and elegant, a stark contrast to the rugged and unruly men from the north. Here, students focus not only on academic advancement but also on personal self-improvement.

Take Chen Changxiao, for example. Back in the Imperial City, he was already considered a distinguished figure, arguably one of the most handsome. However, upon arriving at Yingtian Academy, he discovered his appearance was merely ordinary. The students here each possessed a distinct personality, some elegant, others refined, each radiating a unique charm. This cultural atmosphere made Yingtian Academy a place imbued with poetry and art, a place that captivated and captivated everyone.

"Brother!" Seeing Tang Qi, Tang Wenshu jumped into his arms like a happy little rabbit. Then, she began to chatter about all the experiences she had had over the past few days.

Upon hearing they'd encountered bandits, Tang Qi's heart sank. Concerned, he carefully checked Tang Wenshu's safety. After confirming she was unharmed, Tang Qi breathed a sigh of relief and introduced her to the students around him, "This is my little sister, Tang Wenshu. Her nickname is Shushu."

"Hello, sister!" "Hello, sister Shushu!" "Sister, do you want some candy? I have some here~" Tang Wenshu once again deeply felt the friendliness and enthusiasm of his older classmate.