xymnovel Chapter 198 Yang Ruyi: Lü Xiao has finally grown up
Chapter 198 Yang Ruyi: Lü Xiao has finally grown up
At this moment, Lü Zhen sat upright, listening to the teachings of the two gentlemen.
Fang Xuanling stood on the left, explaining with his head swaying.
Du Ruhui stood on the right, holding a ruler, ready to discipline disobedient students at any time.
Lu Zhen's mind went blank, and his gaze involuntarily drifted to the window.
The sun was shining brightly, and birds were hopping on the branches.
In this prime of life, he's stuck here listening to classical Chinese texts.
My eyelids are getting heavier and heavier...
"Your Highness!"
Fang Xuanling's voice suddenly rose.
Lu Zhen jolted and almost slipped off the chair.
He quickly sat up straight, pretending to listen attentively.
Fang Xuanling shook his head and continued his explanation.
Lü Zhen began to feel drowsy again.
Just then, he suddenly heard footsteps outside the courtyard.
The footsteps were steady and powerful, neither hurried nor slow, making a crisp sound as they stepped on the bluestone slabs.
He recognized the footsteps all too well; it was his father, Lü Xiao!
"Hahaha!"
Lu Zhen suddenly stood up and burst into laughter.
Father is here!
When his father comes to talk to his husband, he doesn't need to study!
Fang Xuanling's face instantly darkened.
Du Ruhui silently gripped the ruler in his hand.
The moment the two of them stood there, a sense of oppression was palpable.
"Your Highness," Fang Xuanling's voice was as cold as the winter wind, "have you perhaps forgotten the rules of the academy?"
Lu Zhen's smile froze on his face. He then realized that he had become somewhat carried away.
"I... my father has arrived," he quickly explained, his voice even lower.
No sooner had he finished speaking than the door was pushed open.
Lü Xiao led Yuwen Chenglong, Pei Yuanqing, and several others in single file.
"Greetings, Your Highness!" Fang Xuanling and Du Ruhui hurriedly bowed.
"No need for formalities." Lü Xiao raised his hand in a gesture of support, his gaze falling on Lü Zhen, and asked with a smile.
"I wonder how Zhen'er's studies are going today?"
"Your Highness," Du Ruhui said expressionlessly, raising the ruler in his hand slightly, "the young master has disturbed the school, and I am about to punish him."
Lu Zhen's expression changed instantly.
He turned his head to look at Lü Xiao, his eyes filled with a plea for help.
Once Mr. Du decides to hit someone, he never shows any mercy.
Last time he was naughty, he got a good ten slaps on the hand!
"Zhen'er, don't be afraid." Lü Xiao walked to Lü Zhen's side, patted his head, and spoke gently.
Lu Zhen was overjoyed.
Sure enough, his father still loved him!
The next moment, he felt his body being lifted up.
When he landed, he was already standing in front of Du Ruhui.
"Go ahead and fight."
Lu Xiao personally handed Lu Zhen over to Du Ruhui, then stepped aside, crossed his arms, and adopted a posture of watching a good show.
He was beaten a lot when he was a child.
When it came to Lü Zhen, that was naturally indispensable as well.
Anyway, this kid is tough, and he's gotten his fair share of beatings on a regular basis.
Whether there's one more meal or one less, it's all just part of everyday life.
"Yes."
Du Ruhui didn't hold back either, grabbing Lü Zhen's hand and raising the ruler.
A moment later, Lü Zhen raised his hand, which was red from being slapped, and gently blew on it to try to relieve the pain.
"Your Highness," Fang Xuanling said, bowing slightly, "what brings you here today?"
Normally, Lü Xiao never cared about Lü Zhen's studies, nor did he come to them to discuss matters.
This is the first time I've been here today.
"Just now in court, His Majesty announced that the imperial examinations would be held again. Would you two be willing to give it a try?"
Lü Xiao took Fang Xuanling and Du Ruhui into the Shuo Prince's Mansion. From another perspective, these two no longer held official positions in the imperial court.
Although one can display one's talents in one's own household, it is ultimately not as legitimate as entering the imperial court as an official.
Now that we have the opportunity, we must not let this gem be tarnished.
Entering the imperial court early was also a boon to the Sui Dynasty and to Emperor Yang Guang.
"The imperial examination system?"
Fang Xuanling and Du Ruhui exchanged a glance, both showing a lack of interest.
The last imperial examination was a grand affair, but what was the result?
The selection of talent remains in the hands of aristocratic families, with no opportunity for ordinary people.
This time, Yang Guang has thoroughly offended the powerful families, and he will probably use this method to win them back.
After a while, isn't it just like putting a monkey show?
They preferred to stay in the mansion and teach the heir to read rather than participate in any imperial examinations.
Lu Xiao saw through their thoughts and explained.
"This time, talents will be selected from second-class noble families, commoners, and ordinary people. His Majesty will personally oversee the selection process to prevent interference from powerful families."
A glint of light flashed in Fang Xuanling's and Du Ruhui's eyes.
"Is Your Highness truly telling the truth?"
If what Lü Xiao said is true, then it is indeed a good thing.
"Of course," Lü Xiao said with a smile. "If you two gentlemen are not satisfied after attending, you are free to return home."
With those words, the two had no more worries.
"Thank you, Your Highness!" The two bowed in unison.
"Gentlemen! Go! You absolutely must go!"
A passionate voice suddenly rang out.
Everyone looked in the direction of the sound and saw that Lü Zhen had stepped forward again at some point.
He stood tall, his eyes shining, looking radiant with fervor.
These two people slapped his hands and whipped his palms every day.
If they participate in the imperial examination but fail to achieve a ranking, then he will have something to say.
Then he can laugh at them and see if they still dare to hit him!
It would be even better if they could take the imperial examinations and become officials in the court!
Since he has no time to take care of himself, he can play every day and do whatever he wants!
Killing two birds with one stone, perfect!
"Is the Crown Prince planning to laugh at us?"
Fang Xuanling saw through Lü Zhen's thoughts at a glance.
Du Ruhui nodded slightly, both of them wearing knowing smiles.
This little guy, his thoughts are written all over his face.
"How could you judge a gentleman by the standards of a petty person!" Lü Zhen straightened his chest, his face neither red nor his heart skipped a beat, and said in a serious tone.
"I simply don't want the talents of these two gentlemen to be buried in this small courtyard!"
Fang Xuanling and Du Ruhui exchanged a glance and couldn't help but laugh.
"Don't worry, Your Highness," Fang Xuanling said slowly, stroking his beard.
"Even if we both take the imperial examinations and become officials, we will still teach the Crown Prince his studies, one lesson a day, rain or shine."
Lu Zhen's expression froze instantly.
He opened his mouth, as if to say something, but couldn't utter a single word.
He silently walked to the side, came to the crib, and looked down at Lü Yan, who was still fast asleep.
My mother said that when my younger brother grows up, he won't need to study anymore.
Now, all I can do is hope that my younger brother will grow up quickly.
into the night.
The Prince of Shuo's mansion fell silent. Lü Xiao lay on the couch, eyes closed, breathing evenly.
Yang Ruyi rested her head on his arm, her long black hair cascading down like a waterfall onto the pillow.
"My husband," she suddenly spoke, her voice soft, "you've finally grown up."
Lu Xiao opened his eyes, turned to look at her, and a mischievous smile curled at the corner of his lips: "When has your husband ever not grown up?"
His hand moved restlessly.
Yang Ruyi slapped him on the chest and said irritably, "What are you thinking! I'm talking about your plans for today!"
The arrangement she was referring to was Lü Xiao's arrangement for Fang Xuanling and Du Ruhui to participate in the imperial examination.
In her view, this was paving the way for her son.
The two gentlemen have entered the imperial court, and in the future they will become Lü Zhen's connections and his support.
This guy clearly misunderstood.