May this scumbag husband, who favored his concubine over his wife, rest in peace.

But as long as he's happy, that's all that matters.

So the matter of the banquet was put aside. Wen Yuanshu took the gifts to see Mr. Mo, asked for a few days' leave on behalf of Wen Xi, and then went home with Wen Xi.

After returning, Wen Yuanshu took Wen Xi to the backyard and gave him a box.

The box was heavy, and even Wen Xi, who had already started practicing martial arts, had some difficulty carrying it.

"Mother, this is..."

“Since you say there’s no need for a big banquet, then the money will be given to you directly,” Wen Yuanshu said. “Come with me to the storeroom later and see if there’s anything you like that you can take.”

Wen Xi's eyes widened, and the hand holding the box even began to tremble slightly.

So much silver was given to him?

Are there any other gifts?

Wen Xi instinctively wanted to refuse, but Wen Yuanshu had already anticipated this: "Take it if it's given to you."

-

News of Wen Xi's passing the imperial examination for children spread quickly throughout the capital. Many people, including the Princess Consort of Wei, thought that the Lu family would definitely hold a grand banquet, and everyone was eager to see the prodigy. However, after waiting and waiting, nothing came of it.

Two days later, news arrived that everyone from the Marquis's residence had gone to the Lu residence.

Madam Wen handed Wen Xi a thick red envelope before turning to Wen Yuanshu: "Such a big event, why didn't you make a big fuss about it? Aren't you afraid people will say you don't care about Xi'er?"

"If Xi'er doesn't want to do it, let others say what they want."

Anyway, if you really want to say something, it's no use even if she does everything.

Madam Wen shook her head helplessly.

Now, Wen Yuanshu is increasingly resembling Lu Chengyuan.

The whole family was like family, and the house was bustling with activity both inside and out.

Although it was just a family banquet, it was also a banquet to celebrate Wen Xi's passing the imperial examination for children. The dishes were extremely plentiful, and Wen Yuanshu even invited an opera troupe from outside. The whole family had a great time.

After watching several plays, it was almost time to leave. Instead of leaving immediately, Madam Wen called Lu Chengyuan and Wen Yuanshu over.

"Xi'er passed the imperial examination for children. What are your plans now?"

"His Majesty said he wants Xi'er to enter the Hongwen Academy, but we don't know if Old Master Mo is willing to let her go."

After all, Wen Xi's success today is thanks to Mr. Mo's guidance. If he wants to leave now, Mr. Mo probably won't easily agree.

“I met with Mr. Mo a couple of days ago. He said that he would be overjoyed if Xi’er could get into Hongwen Academy. After all, he is Xi’er’s teacher. Even if Xi’er gets into Hongwen Academy, those people are just Xi’er’s teachers.”

Madam Wen chuckled.

This old Mo is really something.

"Alright, since you two have already arranged everything, it seems I was overthinking it," said Madam Wen. "It wasn't easy for Xi'er to pass the imperial examination for children. You two need to be on your toes and not let her down."

"it is good."

Only then did Madam Wen leave with peace of mind, and Wen Xi was finally able to escape from the clutches of Madam Wen the Second.

Seeing Wen Xi looking like he'd been ravaged, Wen Yuanshu couldn't resist pinching his face a couple of times.

Not to mention, it feels pretty good.

“Mother…” Wen Xi said helplessly.

He had just been roughly rubbed by Madam Wen and hadn't recovered yet, so why was Wen Yuanshu picking up the thread?

Lu Chengyuan glanced at him, then reached out and pulled Wen Yuanshu's hand back: "It's getting late, go and rest."

After saying that, Lu Chengyuan pulled Wen Yuanshu and turned to leave.

Looking at Lu Chengyuan's retreating figure, Wen Xi couldn't help but feel puzzled.

When did Lu Chengyuan become so kind, actually rescuing him?

Unbeknownst to him, after the two had walked some distance away, Lu Chengyuan said sourly, "My face is also easy to pinch, Yuan Shu, why don't you pinch mine?"

"...That's enough for you."