The Daily Life of a Rich Peasant's Boy in the Imperial Examination

Chapter 1524 Gold Thread Embroidered with Neon Colors, Jade Belt Wrapped Around Waist Reflecting Sun

As dawn broke, Sun Shan and his group got up early to prepare for their journey.

Uncle Sun said reluctantly, "Shanzi, why are you going back to Yuanlu County so early? Why not stay a few more days?"

Despite not being able to speak Mandarin or the local dialect, Uncle Sun has a heart that yearns to venture out into the world.

While Sun Shan was busy, Wang Adie led his two servants from one end of the street to the other, and from the east to the west of the city.

Uncle Sun even specially wore a silk robe, looking every bit the part of the Third Master.

Sun Shan glanced at his third uncle speechlessly: "Third Uncle, I'm not like you, doing nothing all day. I'm the county magistrate, busy with official duties. There are still many things waiting for me to go back to handle at the yamen."

Uncle Sun didn't believe it at all. He had been with Sun Shan for almost a year and found that Sun Shan was even more leisurely than when he was studying.

Going to get off work and coming home on time, eating meals on time, living a leisurely and carefree life, without any signs of being "busy with many things to do".

Uncle Sun felt that Sun Bomin and Madam Su were busier in the backyard.

He's either taking care of his little chubby girl or growing vegetables; he never has a free day.

Uncle Sun waved his hand, looking as if to say, "Shanzi, I've seen through you long ago."

He said, "Shanzi, doesn't your third uncle know what kind of person you are? Don't do that in front of me..."

He gave Sun Shan a knowing look, his meaning unspoken.

Sun Shan, too lazy to answer, asked, "Third Uncle, what have you been busy with these days?"

Not only do they leave early and come home late, but they also act all mysterious, making me feel like they're doing something wrong.

Uncle Sun said smugly, "Shanzi, you don't need to know what your Uncle does. Hehe, Uncle has his own things to do."

Sun Shan: ...

Screw your third uncle, he's playing mysterious and playing a "guess what" game.

Sun Shan fell silent because Wang Jiaxing and Jing Yang had arrived.

The broker, carrying large and small bags of luggage, met his servant.

He instructed, "Quickly, put my luggage in the car. Oh dear, I haven't been home for more than half a year, and I have so much to take back."

The Wang family servants immediately stepped forward to help the young scholar put away his luggage.

Jingyang stepped forward and respectfully greeted Sun Shan.

Upon seeing Sister Yun, he blinked, secretly amazed by Madam Sun's figure.

Uncle Sun looked at Jingyang with sparkling eyes.

Gold threads embroidered with neon colors, a jade belt wrapped around the waist reflecting the sun's glow.

What a pitiful young man!

He is the young master from a prominent family that Uncle Sun has ever seen most like a young master from a wealthy family.

As for the eldest son of the He family, if he hadn't seen it with his own eyes, and if Sun Shan hadn't actually married a lady from the He family, Uncle Sun would never have believed that the eldest son came from a prestigious family.

He's more like a nouveau riche son, with a mind full of fat and bloated food.

Uncle Sun shook off Sun Shan, eagerly stepped forward, and asked with a fawning smile, "Young master, what is your surname?"

Unfortunately, due to the language barrier, no one except the Sun family knew what Uncle Sun was saying.

Jing Yang nodded and smiled gently, even though he didn't know what Uncle Sun was saying, he could tell that Uncle Sun was happy for him.

Although it has a bit of a petty, manipulative air about it.

The young man with the prominent teeth mistakenly thought that Uncle Sun looked like that.

Just like Lord Sun, his appearance is not outstanding at all, and he is even a bit sleazy, but he is actually a very good person.

Uncle Sun and Lord Sun are from the same family, so it's not an exaggeration to say they have similar temperaments.

Ever since I met Sun Shan, I have been constantly reminded that I should not judge a book by its cover.

Sun Shan glanced at Gui Ge'er.

Gui Ge'er understood immediately and pushed Uncle Sun aside, offering no help with the translation.

This infuriated Uncle Sun.

Sun Shan smiled gently, her smile captivating: "Ah Yang, what brings you here?"

He replied respectfully, "My lord, I have come here specifically to see you off."

Pointing to the several loads of gifts carried over by the servants, she said, "With the end of the year approaching, and Chenzhou Prefecture being far from Yuanzhou, we have no choice but to send the New Year's gifts to you in advance. I hope you won't mind."

Sun Shan's eyes darted back and forth between the several loads of New Year's gifts, and he exclaimed inwardly, "Wow, wow!"

With a calm expression, he shook his head and said, "Ah Yang, you're too kind."

Jingyang hurriedly said, "My lord, please accept this."

He paused, then said, "My grandmother was very grateful when she saw your letter yesterday. Thank you for your guidance."

Jingyang returned home yesterday and nervously handed Sun Shan's letter to his grandmother.

After waiting for a while, Grandmother sighed heavily and hugged herself tightly.

Not only did she not scold you, but she also said with great shame, "Yangya, it's all Grandma's fault. Grandma comes from a humble family and knows nothing about the imperial examinations. She always thought that if she gave you the best, you would become the best."

Ah, if it weren't for Lord Sun's reminder, Grandmother would never have known that the best isn't necessarily the most suitable. Lord Sun is indeed a good teacher.

Your cousin Xing only received a few months of instruction from him and yet he passed the imperial examination with flying colors. Now, we must heed Lord Sun's advice. Lord Sun has overcome countless obstacles and is a seasoned veteran of the imperial examinations; he certainly knows more than we do.

"We'll do as Lord Sun says. We'll find you a tutor to help you build a solid foundation. Don't rush into the imperial examinations; take your time."

Without her grandmother's scolding or disappointment, my heavy heart was instantly relieved, and I felt much better.

This morning, I rushed to the inn to see my grandmother off, carrying the New Year's gifts she had prepared.

Jingyang still remembers what his grandmother said last night: There are very few people in this world who can tell the truth, and even fewer teachers like Sun Shan who point out the key issues so frankly.

Making good friends with him will definitely help your path in the imperial examinations.

Although the Jing family does not necessarily need to take the path of scientific research, it is best to take this path in order to ensure that they are of "pure and noble lineage".

Jing Yang bowed again, respectfully thanking Sun Shan: "Thank you for your guidance, sir. I will be able to avoid many detours in the future. I have no way to express my gratitude, so I can only say thank you."

Sun Shan glanced at the loads of New Year's gifts, a slight smirk playing on his lips.

He said in a very gentle tone, "No need for thanks. Study hard and pass the imperial examinations; that is your way of thanking me."

Turning to Wang Jiaxing, he said, "Jiaxing, go back to the county school during the New Year and copy down the 'Sun Family Mathematics' that I compiled. Bring it to Ayang after the New Year. Mathematics will also be tested, and you have to learn it from a young age. You can't fall behind."

He paused, then added, "I've prepared quite a few exam papers for you, so I'll copy them down for A-Yang as well."

Then he looked at Jingyang: "You don't need to look at the exam paper first, put it aside. After you have thoroughly mastered the Four Books and Five Classics, then do it. Remember, don't rush, take it one step at a time. Only by laying a solid foundation can you build a towering building."

Jingyang nodded and said gratefully, "Thank you, sir."

It's a pity that Lord Sun is just a county magistrate. If only he were a teacher, I would have shamelessly become his student.

What a pity! Lord Sun is so young, with such a bright future ahead of him, how could he possibly have time to teach students?

Wang Jiaxing was stunned and speechless.

I was planning to have a blast during my vacation, eating, drinking, and having fun, but somehow I ended up having to copy books and exam papers?

Heavens above, earth below, can't even have a peaceful holiday!