The merchant's rebirth led to the complete downfall of the Marquis's mansion.

With Chen Yiru's matter resolved, Qin Yao asked Qiu Liu to watch the shop while she prepared to leave with Qingzhi.

The carriage swayed and wobbled away. As it passed the teahouse, Qin Yao couldn't resist lifting the curtain.

They unexpectedly met eyes.

The Third Prince, Yang Luo, appeared at the entrance of the teahouse at some point, and unexpectedly, his eyes met Qin Yao's when he looked up.

Qin Yao was startled and completely forgot to look around the teahouse, feeling uncomfortable under his gaze.

She doesn't seem to... know him!

We haven't even spoken to each other, have we?

Fortunately, the carriage traveled quickly and soon left the area of ​​the teahouse.

"Miss? What's wrong?" Qingzhi didn't see the person opposite her just now. Seeing that Qin Yao's expression was not good, she couldn't help but ask as she went upstairs.

"It's nothing." Qin Yao lowered the curtain, her heart secretly stirred.

I shouldn't covet other people's teahouses anymore. If he finds out, it wouldn't be good if he squeezed out her shop.

Back home, Qin Yao didn't have time to think about the teahouse, because she was disgusted by the letter Jiang Su had sent her as soon as she got home.

Taking a deep breath, Qin Yao turned to Zhao Mama, who was standing to the side.

"Granny, has Kangshan Academy agreed?"

"I was just about to tell you! A message came from over there. They agreed, but it's not a renovation. They'll build a library for you anyway."

Qin Yaomo knew that Kangshan Academy would agree, but she didn't expect them to be so ambitious this time.

She thought she would only donate a few books at most.

Is Kangshan Academy really that poor?

She remembered that many of the students there were from wealthy and influential families; it wouldn't be necessary to just randomly pick a few to donate!

Besides, Kangshan Academy also has its own businesses!

"Miss, how do we get back?" asked Granny Zhao.

Qin Yao thought for a moment, then gritted her teeth and said, "Donate!"

Kangshan Academy included most of the candidates for the imperial examinations, and Qin Yao did not feel that this was a losing proposition.

"Not only did they donate, they also told the dean that the Qin family provides food, clothing, and shelter for students from poor families."

Granny Zhao hesitated, wondering what Jiang Su had said in the letter that made Miss so willing to go to such lengths.

Although the Qin family is not short of money, they don't spend it like this...

It's not that I'm reluctant to part with it, but this is a long-term commitment!

Once this statement is made, we must continue to help those from poor families, no matter what happens, this work cannot stop.

Once it stops, it will face criticism and condemnation from scholars and intellectuals.

Granny Zhao believed in the Qin family's strength, but she was afraid of the worst-case scenario.

Qin Yao noticed Zhao Mama's concerns and immediately spoke up to explain.

"Don't worry, Granny. It's definitely not something that can be done by just anyone. The Qin family only accepts those ambitious students. I'll write a letter and have the steward deliver it to them."

She wouldn't bother with those who lack ambition and have poor morals.

Qin Yao had already drafted a plan in her mind, and then asked the dean to recommend a few people to provide support.

Given the dean's character, only those who have his approval can catch his eye.

Moreover, there weren't many poor students at Kangshan Academy to begin with, so nothing bad was likely to happen.

Didn't Jiang Su complain about the bad environment? Didn't he say in his letter that he hoped she would visit him and bring him something?

How could she remain unmoved?

We definitely need to bring something out so he can see what he can't have!

A few days passed in the blink of an eye, and the academy quickly replied.

Besides expressing gratitude to the Qin family, I also hope that construction can begin as soon as possible, and ideally be completed before winter arrives.

Qin Yao knew that Kangshan Academy wanted to assert its status as the number one academy in the world.

There will be an auspicious day for the top scholar before the end of the year, and the emperor might even attend.

In her previous life, Qin Yao donated money and books to Kangshan Academy several years later.

At that time, Kangshan Academy was raising money everywhere, aiming to make its reputation as the number one academy in the world not only based on producing talented people.

Moreover, it is slightly better in terms of architecture and book collection.

This is also why she was able to get Jiang Su in.

This time she's going to do the same thing, also for Jiang Su, but to make him suffer even more.

Therefore, upon receiving the reply, Qin Yao immediately instructed the housekeeper to coordinate with the workers, and a large group of them were sent over.

The Qin family provided food and lodging, and the necessary wood and tools were delivered the next day.

On the third day, construction began on the new library of Kangshan Academy.

Jiang Su and several classmates finished lunch and were about to go back to rest when they saw people coming and going in the open space in the distance.

"What are these people doing?" a student holding a fan suddenly asked.

"You guys don't know?" another student asked dramatically.

"what do you know?"

Jiang Su didn't speak, but his ears perked up.

"Wow! I'm definitely better informed."

"Those are the people from the Qin family who built the library for the academy. The Qin family is truly generous! Not only did they donate an entire building, but they also want to provide assistance to the poor students in the academy..."

Upon hearing this, Jiang Su turned and left.

"Huh?" The classmate, who was confused, was speechless.

Jiang Su returned to his residence in one breath. Jiang Zu had already made the bed and was about to tell him to rest when he saw him return. Unexpectedly, Jiang Su grabbed him by the collar.

"Young...Young Master," Jiang Zu was so frightened he couldn't speak.

"Has the letter been sent?"

"It's been...sent out! I personally delivered it to Granny Zhao."

Jiang Su shoved him away and wandered off in frustration.

"Go! Go and ask if they've replied."

"Yes! Yes! I'll go right away!" Jiang Zu scrambled away.

During this time, Jiang Zu had learned to be submissive in the face of the young master's extremely unstable emotions, and he would listen to whatever the young master said.

As long as he obeys, he won't be punished, and his life will be much easier.

Jiang Zu touched his leg, recalling the night he was forced to kneel as punishment, and felt lingering fear.

If he weren't afraid of being discovered abusing his servants, his legs would probably be crippled.

Jiang Zu ran down the mountain, panting all the way to the Qin family's house.

After knocking on the door, Jiang Zu explained his purpose with a forced smile.

The gatekeeper had already received the news and didn't give him a friendly look.

"Our Qin family and the Jiang family have no connection anymore, so please don't come here again."

After saying that, the doorman closed the door.

Jiang Zu's face fell immediately. How was he going to explain this when he got back?

Jiang Zu dared not go back and could only squat at the entrance of the Qin family's house and wait.

As soon as Granny Zhao returned, he rushed over without waiting.

"Granny, Granny!" Jiang Zu was stopped by someone.

Granny Zhao frowned as she looked at the newcomer, and after thinking for a long time, she finally remembered.

This is the servant who handed him the letter that day.

How could she possibly accept the letter from the Jiang family? It was naturally this servant who forced it on her.

Thinking of this, Granny Zhao said irritably, "Throw it further away."

Before Jiang Zu could react, he was grabbed by two men and thrown out.

The door was closed again.

Jiang Zu finally gave up completely.

He is a sensible person, but his young master is not. Jiang Su has been brainwashing him, saying that Qin Yao can't let go of him.

This doesn't seem like someone who can't let go...

It was already dark, and Jiang Zu had no choice but to drag his tired body on the way back.