Becoming a literary master starting from the story of Minglan

Chapter 73 Exploration
That evening, Sheng Hong had to attend a banquet hosted by his colleagues, so he told his family not to wait for him. As a result, everyone went home and went to their own mothers.

However, since this was Sheng Changquan's first time attending the family school, the old lady asked for him from Madam Wang and let him stay overnight in Shou'an Hall.

Shou'an Hall.

After having dinner, the group stayed in the old lady's room for the time being.

"Changquan, when you went to the family school this time, did Master Zhuang say anything?"

The old lady lit the tea and asked with a smile.

"grandmother!"

Before Sheng Changquan could speak, Sheng Minglan, who was standing to the side, opened her mouth.

"Grandmother, Scholar Zhuang is very strict!"

Minglan leaned against the old lady, her face showing some "anger," and deliberately complained, "Although I didn't go this afternoon, judging from this morning, I don't know how strict Zhuang Xuejiu is with Quan Ge'er!"

"Oh? What do you say?"

The old lady knew that Minglan was doing this on purpose, so she went along with her and asked, "Doesn't Mr. Zhuang treat everyone equally?"

"Um...this..."

Minglan deliberately made a face and said angrily, "On this point, Scholar Zhuang is indeed right!"

"but!"

"It's precisely because everyone is treated equally that it seems unfair!"

Minglan argued vehemently, "Quan-ge'er is still young, and Zhuang Xuejiu has indeed imposed the demands of Second Brother and the others on Quan-ge'er."

"Isn't this just making Quan-ge'er the same as Second Brother and the others? How come that old man Zhuang doesn't understand Quan-ge'er at all!"

"It almost caused Quan-ge to get a beating from that old scholar today!"

"nonsense!"

The old lady said seriously, "It's best that Mr. Zhuang has high expectations for Quan-ge'er!"

"You little brat, you're talking nonsense!"

After gently nodding at Minglan, the old lady turned to Sheng Changquan beside her and asked, "What do you think, Quan-ge'er?"

"Tell me, is it right for Mr. Zhuang to treat you this way?"

Faced with the old lady's question, Sheng Changquan naturally wouldn't disagree. Moreover, Mr. Zhuang's approach was just right, and the degree of strictness was just right. Even if he was deliberately stricter today, Sheng Changquan knew that it was just him trying to dampen his spirit and give him a warning.

Throughout history, teachers have always treated bright students in this way: first, they give you a series of punches that leave you completely bewildered; then they use a gentle approach, slowly transforming you until you are genuinely moved and become a good student who loves learning.

"Grandmother, I know what's good for me!"

Sheng Changquan smiled slightly, but did not speak up for his sister who was feeling sorry for him. Instead, he said, "Zhuang Xuejiu's lectures are excellent. He has a lot of experience in the imperial examinations. Although Zhuang Xuejiu is currently mainly focusing on my second brother's provincial examination, I have also benefited a lot and have gained some insights into my future fate."

The old man watched with a kind smile as his three-year-old grandson spoke eloquently, like a little adult, making perfect sense and reason in every word. He couldn't help but feel gratified.

As people get older, they inevitably develop a fondness for children, especially since the old lady was kind-hearted, which only made her more fond of them.

"Okay!"

Minglan was not satisfied!
"Brother Quan, I'm trying to speak up for you out of kindness, and you still treat me like this!"

"See if I'll still feel sorry for you next time!"

Minglan pretended to be angry in order to make the old lady happy.

"Huh? Sis!"

Sheng Changquan, playing along with Minglan's act, deliberately pleaded, "Didn't you tell me to distinguish right from wrong?"

"Why are you blaming me now that I'm telling you the truth?" "You..."

"..."

The siblings chattered away, as if they were performing a comedy routine, taking turns saying one thing and making the old lady laugh heartily.

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On the other side, Linxi Pavilion presents a completely different scene.

Because she has her own small kitchen, Lin Qinshuang is currently having a meal with her son and daughter.

"Feng-ge'er, I heard that Quan-ge'er also started his family school today?"

Although there is a rule of not speaking while eating or sleeping, it is not necessary to strictly abide by it in more private and informal occasions. At least, this rule does not exist in Linxi Pavilion now.

"Ok!"

"Brother Quan is going to school with us today."

Sheng Changfeng didn't know what his mother meant; he simply assumed she wanted to know about the situation in the manor, so he just casually responded.

"Mother, the fish is cooked really well today!"

"Yeah, delicious!"

After offering a few casual compliments, Sheng Changfeng immediately launched into a fierce battle with a plate of fish on the table!

Mo Lan, who was standing to the side, got anxious when she saw that her brother didn't get her mother's point!

Because there are some things that Lin Qinshuang, as a mother, does not want to express directly, at least not in front of her son.

Although Sheng Changfeng has his flaws, he is not actually malicious. His thoughts are simple: he is vain and somewhat opportunistic, almost a carbon copy of Sheng Hong. However, he lacks Sheng Hong's methods and perseverance.

Mo Lan is different. She is a combination of Sheng Hong and Lin Qinshuang. She is scheming, resourceful, and very goal-oriented. However, she has spent a lot of time with Lin Qinshuang and has been influenced by her. Her mind is full of the same values ​​as Lin Qinshuang. Therefore, there are some things that Lin Qinshuang can share with Mo Lan, but will not reveal to Sheng Changfeng.

"elder brother!"

Mo Lan said directly, "Mother wants to know how Quan-ge'er is doing at the family school?"

"Do you have a talent for studying?"

Because the Sheng family's daughters only needed to attend Mr. Zhuang's classes for half a day, there were some things that Mo Lan wasn't very clear about.

"Oh, is this it!"

Sheng Changfeng put down his chopsticks, wiped his mouth, thought for a moment, and said, "Quan-ge'er certainly has a talent for studying!"

"All of us brothers in the Sheng family have a talent for studying!"

Sheng Changfeng said confidently, "Although my second brother is a poor student, he is quite capable and talented. Otherwise, he wouldn't have been able to pass the imperial examination and become a scholar."

Although Sheng Changfeng failed the preliminary examination the first time, he worked hard for a year and passed the county and prefectural examinations the following year, successfully obtaining the qualification of a student. He even surpassed Sheng Changbai in the ranking.

This truly delighted everyone in Lin Qinshuang's courtyard. Of course, Madam Wang was indignant and fumed for most of the day, until Liu Mama finally persuaded her.

"Madam, please don't be too angry!"

"Over there, even the preliminary examinations for children require two attempts, not to mention the crucial provincial examination!"

"So, Feng-ge'er is far inferior to Bai-ge'er!"

That saying did relieve Madam Wang's frustration.

Also, I don't want any more recommendation votes! I really don't want any more! Please, everyone, send me other books instead, I'm not worthy...

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