AWB Chapter 256 Today is different from the past
Chapter 256 Today is different from the past
Shen Shuyi instructed Jiang Li and Jiang Lian on many matters, and only returned home after noon.
As soon as she returned to the mansion, Feicui came to greet her: "Miss, the Qin family has hired a teacher for the Sixth Young Master to teach martial arts."
Before Shen Shuyi had the chance to ask in detail, the leader beside Shen Jingchuan came over to pass on the message.
"Second Miss, the master asks you to go to the study."
Shen Shuyi took with him a few books that he had borrowed from Shen Jingchuan some time ago, intending to exchange for a few more.
She chatted with her attendant along the way and roughly guessed Shen Jingchuan's intention.
Soon, Shen Jingchuan arrived at his study.
"How is it? Where did you go today?" Shen Jingchuan seemed to be in a good mood, or he had no reason to look gloomy when facing Shen Shuyi.
"I went out for a walk. Thinking that things have been a bit uneasy in the mansion recently, I thought about going to the Jade Buddha Temple to pray. However, the Jade Buddha Temple is far away and I probably won't be able to get back in one day. I didn't report this to my mother, second aunt, and grandmother, so I just wandered around the street and came back."
Shen Jingchuan said gently: "You are still young, don't think so much."
Seeing the book in Shen Shuyi's hand, Shen Jingchuan seemed to remember something and said again: "Mr. Chen Kang has some misunderstandings about you? Dad heard that you haven't been to school for some time."
Shen Shuyi said bluntly: "Mr. Chen's teaching method is too boring. My daughter can't help but feel sleepy when listening to it. It's better for her to read the book herself and find it interesting."
As if he didn't expect her to answer like this, Shen Jingchuan paused, sighed and said, "His methods are indeed a bit old-fashioned, but his knowledge is solid. During these years as an official in the court, I am no longer as good as my father in many aspects of knowledge."
Shen Shuyi smiled and said, "But as the saying goes, reading ten thousand books is not as good as traveling ten thousand miles. Mr. Chen chose to read ten thousand books, but Daddy is traveling ten thousand miles. Daddy puts his knowledge into practice, so in Shuyi's eyes, he is naturally better."
Shen Shuyi's flattery made Shen Jingchuan feel very comfortable: "You!"
Shen Jingchuan shook his head, seeming helpless.
After a moment, he sighed and said, "Dad asked you to come here today to let you know that Lin Ge'er's grandmother has hired a martial arts master for him. I have seen this man and he is indeed a good fighter. He is not only good at riding and shooting, but also has great kung fu. Most importantly, he has a calm temperament and never smiles."
As Shen Jingchuan spoke, he observed Shen Shuyi's expression.
However, Shen Shuyi listened seriously, without any dissatisfaction on his face.
"As a father, I think that a master like this is good. Only a strict person can control Lin Ge'er. Moreover, this person has a calm temperament and solid skills. If Lin Ge'er is taught by him, within two years, it will be clear whether he is a good martial artist."
Shen Jingchuan sighed softly. No matter how you look at him, he is a good father who cares deeply about his children.
But Shen Shuyi heard another meaning in these words.
Take two years to see if Shen Jinglin is suitable for martial arts?
Tsk, the Qin family has a good plan.
First, it is delayed for two years. You know, two years is not long, but it is not short either. After two years, we don’t know how many variables will arise.
Now Shen Jingchuan claims that he wants to see if Shen Jinglin is suitable for martial arts?
Oh, what's going on?
So what if it’s not?
Just because he is not cut out for martial arts training, does that mean there is no reason to send Shen Jinglin to the barracks?
Shen Shuyi only felt it was ironic, but did not show it on his face at all.
But she still felt heartbroken when she thought of her brother in Shu Hanyuan.
She didn't have deep feelings for Shen Jingchuan. Although she remembered the good things he did to her when they were young, she also remembered his indifference and disregard over the years. She also knew the choices he made after weighing the pros and cons every time.
But my brother once admired him so much. If he knew such a comparison, he would definitely be sad.
Shen Shuyi smiled and said, "Brother Lin has always dreamed of becoming a majestic general. Now that he has such a good opportunity, he will definitely study hard and practice diligently so as not to disappoint his father."
Shen Jingchuan shook his head and said, "He has been naughty since he was young, good at scheming and unwilling to endure hardships. I hope this lesson will help him grow up a little."
Shen Shuyi said softly: "Sometimes I really envy Lin Ge'er, who has a mother and a father who take care of everything for him..."
Shen Jingchuan was stunned for a moment, and his face turned red.
"Shuyi, Dad knows that you have been wronged, so he is trying his best to make it up to you. Dad has talked to the Qin family, and they have promised to invite teachers from the Imperial College to come to the mansion to teach Han Ge'er." Shen Jingchuan spoke quickly.
Shen Shuyi paused, and looked directly at Shen Jingchuan with clear eyes: "Teacher from the Imperial College?"
"Yes, you should have heard that your mother's brother is a teacher at the Imperial College. If he comes forward, there will always be a few teachers who will give him some face."
Listening to Shen Jingchuan's words, Shen Shuyi found it even more ridiculous.
My brother was famous in the capital back then, and there were countless people who wanted to be his teacher. Now he has to buy off this favor from the Qin family?
What absurdity!
But Shen Shuyi also knew that now was not the time to act on impulse.
After all, times are different now. The reputation of my brother being disabled and insane has long spread. Naturally, no one would want to come back for someone like him who can no longer earn fame and fortune.
What's more, many people have heard about my brother's offense against the Third Prince, and ordinary people really try to avoid him.
Seeing Shen Shuyi silent, Shen Jingchuan said again: "Dad knows that you are not happy, but the teacher in the Imperial College is the best teacher that Dad can find for Brother Han now."
"The Shen family can't invite people like Wang Taifu and Mr. Xiao."
This is not false. Taifu Wang is the teacher of the current prince, and Old Master Xiao is the emperor's teacher. It is naturally difficult to invite them unless they are people of high position, power and extraordinary talent.
Shen Shuyi remembered that, apart from the current emperor, the only student that Grandpa Xiao had accepted was the Canglang King.
"Shuyi thanks father on behalf of my brother." Shen Shuyi withdrew his thoughts.
Shen Jingchuan said in a deep voice: "At present, things have not been accomplished, so there is no need to be too happy too early, but the eldest brother-in-law of the Qin family has promised to at least invite three gentlemen for Brother Han."
"No matter what, this is always a good thing worth looking forward to." Shen Shuyi smiled, his pair of clear eyes looked clean and clear.
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Since leaving the study, the smile on Shen Shuyi's face faded.
Would the Qin family be so kind?
She doesn't believe it.
After thinking it over, Shen Shuyi felt that the Qin family must have other plans.
As for Shen Jinglin, haha, the more they wanted to keep him at home, the more she wanted to send him away.
Qin Xuerong had already arranged a destination for her children.
However, what Shen Shuyi cared more about was Shen Jingchuan's attitude.
In a sense, the fact that Shen Jingchuan allowed others to contact his brother meant that his father stood on the side of the Eighth Prince.
In other words, even if he has not made up his mind now, because of his desire to go further and the instigation of the Qin family, he is more inclined to stand on the side of the Eighth Prince.
After all, the Eighth Prince is indeed a strong contender for the crown prince, and it is difficult for the Shen family to have a better choice.
On the contrary, because of Shen Jingyu, the Shen family could easily be favored by the Eighth Prince.