After my luck was stolen, I led my whole family to defy fate and change our destiny.

Gu Yu'an led Gu Zimo into the carriage. Still worried about Gu Liyao, Gu Yu'an told the coachman to slow down, hoping that Gu Liyao could catch up.

"Xu~"

An old man suddenly rushed out from in front of the carriage, startling the coachman who quickly tightened the reins.

Upon hearing the commotion, Gu Yu'an rushed out and jumped off the carriage to help the old man up.

"Sir, are you alright?"

The old man stood up and scolded irritably, "What are you doing? So what if you're riding in a carriage? Are you rushing to be reincarnated?"

Gu Yu'an cupped his hands in apology, his attitude sincere. "I'm so sorry, sir. I'll be more careful in the future. I'll take you to the clinic to check if you're injured."

Seeing the book reader's excellent attitude, I looked up at Gu Yu'an. He was handsome and refined, with a pine-like demeanor. What a modest gentleman! I just wonder how well he has learned.

Gu Yu'an also glanced at the old man. He was dressed in gray cloth, had a thin face, and smelled faintly of alcohol. He looked familiar.

"May I ask if you are Mr. Chen from Chengwei Academy?"

Chen Boqing glanced at Gu Yu'an's school uniform, his eyes dark and unreadable. "Oh, you know me? If you do, stay away from me, or your classmates will laugh at you."

Gu Yu'an smiled slightly, "Sir, you flatter me. Please get in the carriage first, and I will take you to the clinic."

"No need, just give me two taels of silver for some wine, and we'll call it even."

"it is good"

Gu Ziming was immediately displeased and charged over like a firecracker, shouting, "Liar! Our carriage didn't hit you at all! You're trying to scam me!"

Gu Yu'an: "Gu Zimo, step back. Do not be rude."

Gu Ziming pouted, but still obediently stood behind Gu Yu'an.

Gu Yu'an took out five taels of silver from his pocket. "I'm young and don't know how to speak properly, please forgive me, sir."

"I apologize for disturbing you, sir. Please accept this five taels of silver for a drink."

Gu Yu'an placed the silver in Chen Boqing's hand and turned to leave.

"and many more"

"Mr. Chen, is there anything else?"

Chen Boqing returned three taels of silver to Gu Yu'an, saying, "I'm not trying to scam you. I said two taels, so it's two taels."

After saying that, he turned and left.

Gu Yu'an didn't insist. He accepted the silver and led Gu Ziming into the carriage. After the carriage left, Chen Boqing quietly came over and kept staring in the direction of the carriage.

This young man is polite and composed, showing no disrespect or attempt to avoid suspicion. He even invited me to ride in his carriage. Interesting.

When Gu Yu'an returned to the academy, he heard the soft whispers of other students.

"Let me tell you, I just witnessed Gu Yu'an and Chen Boqing together."

"Huh? How did they get together?"

"I don't know. Chen Boqing has such a bad reputation, doesn't he care about dragging himself down with him?"

"Their family isn't afraid of being a burden anymore."

"It seems so."

"dong dong dong"

The academy bell rang, striking seven times. The seven chimes signified that the academy had something to announce, and everyone had to assemble in the front courtyard.

In an instant, all the students ran to the front yard.

This should be a selection meeting held by the academy to choose outstanding talents to compete in the academic conferences of famous schools in various regions.

In the past, Gu Yu'an never participated in such events or joined in the fun, but this time, he went along as if by some strange twist of fate.

in the kitchen.

Gu Linglong downed the whole pot in a few gulps.

Gu Liyao's eyes widened in surprise. Could his little sister really eat so much? She'd finished such a huge pot! Luckily, he was smart enough to bring all the milk from the kitchen. But was that really enough for her?

"Little sister, I've brought you to the academy to play, but you can't cry, okay? Otherwise, if the teacher finds out, your second brother will get a beating."

【Yes, don't worry, second brother, I'll be the most obedient】

Gu Liyao was relieved to hear his younger sister's heartfelt words. He wiped her mouth and put her back in the basket.

At that moment, he heard the sound of bells and a commotion coming from the direction of the front hall. Gu Liyao took his basket and went out to see what was going on.

The academy's front hall and courtyard were very spacious and could accommodate all the teachers and students. Three teachers sat at the head of the hall, and the students sat below.

"Silence, silence!" The speaker was Jiang He from Tianxing Academy, who was also the vice president of the academy. His poem about a beautiful woman made him famous in the capital, but for some reason, he did not choose to enter officialdom but instead became a teacher.

Now he is the most sought-after teacher at Tianxing Academy. People who want to become his students, perform the apprenticeship ceremony, and receive individual instruction can line up from the city gate to the academy and then circle it five times.

Jiang He's voice was loud and clear: "Silence! In one month, the top students from the major academies in the capital will hold an academic discussion at Tianxing Academy. Today, we will select a few outstanding students to participate in the written examination in one month."

"Only those who achieved at least an A grade in the previous assessment are eligible to apply."

The students below were discussing it animatedly.

"Why………"

"Grade A or above? Then there's no chance at all."

"Could you relax the requirements? Those who have passed the Grade A exam can also apply?"

"If only I had studied harder, this would have been a great opportunity to become famous. I heard that His Majesty also attaches great importance to this academic discussion."

Can I apply if I get a grade B?

How could Jiang He possibly relax this requirement? This is an opportunity for the student to make a name for himself, and it is also his opportunity. He was entrusted by the dean to take charge of this matter, and the deeper meaning behind it is self-evident.

The dean is getting old and needs a successor. Although he has the masterpiece "Ode to a Beauty", he has no other works.

Compared to other teachers, he was not old or experienced, and there were many who were not convinced of his abilities. This time, he was determined to make the academic conference a success and help Tianxing Academy win first place.

Jiang He's serious voice rang out again.

"Only those who achieved Grade A in the last assessment are eligible to apply. After applying, there is a written test, and only the top ten will be able to participate in the academic conference next month."

Students who wish to enroll should register at Instructor Yang's office.

Gu Liyao stood behind the pillar holding the basket and watched, while Gu Linglong peeked out through the gaps in the basket.

Wow, the headmaster looks like this! It's so lively!

Gu Yu'an, who was standing at the edge of the crowd, immediately looked over at the sound.

He thought he heard his younger sister's voice, but... it must be his imagination. How could his younger sister be at the academy?

[There are so many people! This one isn't good-looking, her nose is a bit crooked; that one isn't good-looking either, her eyebrows are too light.]

The sound was somewhat muffled and not very clear, so Gu Yu'an took a few steps closer to the source of the sound.

This one's just so-so, not as good-looking as my older brother.

The soft, sweet voice, combined with the fact that his little sister said she wanted to go to the academy yesterday and that Gu Liyao had a stomachache this morning, led him to guess that Gu Liyao had taken his little sister to the academy.

Gu Liyao became nervous when he saw his older brother walking towards him.

Oh no, oh no, they've found out, haven't they? He hid the basket behind him.

He flashed a bright white smile and said, "Big brother, what brings you here?"

Gu Yu'an took out the basket behind Gu Liyao, lifted the curtain, and was instantly relieved to see that his little sister did not seem uncomfortable.

"You're really bold. If your mother finds out, I'll break your leg."

"Hehe, isn't that what you're here for?"

Gu Liyao turned to the side and saw Lu Li going to register, and immediately jumped up.

"Wow, Lu Li signed up too? He's so eager to become famous?"

Lu Li, which Lu Li?

Gu Linglong thought for a moment, and then suddenly remembered.

Oh dear, it's Lu Li! That bastard is no good...

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