They've all separated, so what does it matter to me if they get poorer and poorer?

Chapter 105: I got shown off again.
Although in theory every county should have a county school, there is a huge gap between theory and practice. It is not possible for even one out of ten counties in the entire dynasty to establish a county school and operate normally for more than ten years.

Even though Magistrate Lu was a virtuous and capable official who valued talent, it took him several years of preparation after taking office before he successfully established the county school.

This illustrates just how rare it is to attend a county-level school.

Although it was a rare event, almost everyone knew about the county school.

Liang Mingxuan's words surprised everyone.

Liang Mingxuan: "The county magistrate said it himself."

Zhang hurriedly asked Uncle Liang, "Should our Mingxiang also go to the county school?"

Qingfeng Academy is certainly good, but it can't compare to the county school. Attending the county school is much more prestigious.

Uncle Liang glared at her: You idiot! Why can't you just shut up instead of talking?
If Mingxiang could go to the county school, wouldn't he have told them? Since he didn't mention it, there must be a reason. If they want to know why, they can ask him when they go to town later. Why are they arguing now?
Isn't this exactly what they wanted, letting them show off?

Stupid, so incredibly stupid!
Every day, they drag others down.

"We'll talk about this later!"

"But--"

"Alright, why do you talk so much nonsense?"

Uncle Liang rudely interrupted her, and Zhang Shi pouted, not daring to say anything more.

She gave Liang Mingxuan a sour look: "Mingxuan is really lucky. He just happened to be in this situation, which saves him a lot of trouble."

Liang Mingxuan: "The county magistrate said that the top five in this children's examination can directly enter the county school. All other students and scholars who want to enter the county school need to take a test and be selected based on merit. The number of places is limited."

Zhang and Uncle Liang's expressions changed immediately.

Zhang sneered, "My Mingxiang is so talented, he'll definitely be selected!"

Uncle Liang had reached his limit: "If you don't speak, no one will think you're mute. Can't you learn to shut up?"

Zhang, suppressing her anger and with a dark face, turned her head away from Liang Mingxuan and Xu Zhichun.

Xu Zhichun was very happy, gently patted Liang Mingxuan's shoulder, and quietly gave him a thumbs up.

She decided not to ask any further questions until she got home.

There's no need to provoke certain people.

After all, some people are petty and can't stand losing. Although they deserved what they got for it, I have no interest in arguing with them on the street.

In any case, since they have already gained real glory, there is no need to engage in this verbal dispute.

Zeng Xiaoyan and Aunt Zhu'er were also very happy for Liang Mingxuan. Zeng Xiaoyan wanted to say something, but Aunt Zhu'er quietly tugged at her sleeve and winked at her, then quietly pointed to Uncle Liang and Zhang Shi, whose faces had darkened.

Zeng Xiaoyan understood, blinked and nodded.

Look at how smug they are! They've shot themselves in the foot, haven't they? Let them smug a little longer. I'll break their feet if they don't.

Back home, Xu Zhichun and the others bombarded Liang Mingxuan with questions.

What's going on at the county school? How was today's banquet? And so on.

Not to mention Zeng Xiaoyan and Aunt Zhu'er, Xu Zhichun was also very interested in these things and listened with great interest.

Xu Zhichun then realized just how prestigious the county school was; it was roughly equivalent to a provincial-level key junior high or senior high school in the county. In any case, it was very prestigious.

Her kids really make her proud!

Xu Zhichun felt a little embarrassed when she thought of how her fourth aunt and others praised her for being "virtuous" and for raising her brother-in-law so well.

She's sitting on the original owner's list of achievements, plus the child's own hard work.

With the school issue resolved, Xu Zhichun finally felt a huge weight lifted off his shoulders.

Choosing a school is a big deal.

She knew nothing about the size of each school, its teaching quality, teacher qualifications, school atmosphere, etc. If she really wanted to find out, she would have to bite the bullet and go for it, not knowing if she could be lucky enough to overcome the information gap.

Choosing the wrong school could ruin a child's life!
Others may not see it as so serious, but which parent who needs to choose a school for their child wouldn't think this way?
Good, good, this problem is finally completely solved. Official endorsement, and it's still the reliable Magistrate Lu – that's truly heartwarming.

"Good boy, you've really done us a favor!"

"It's all thanks to my sister-in-law's excellent teaching."

"Hey"

From then on, Liang Mingxuan could rest easy at home and wait for the county school to start. He could just buy clothes, shoes, socks, books, and stationery when the time came.

Anyway, she has money now, she has saved up nearly two hundred taels of silver, so she can completely ignore the cost issue.

Speaking of saving money, I seem to have even more motivation now.

Transform motivation into action, and don't waste a single bit.

During dinner, Liang Mingxuan told Xu Zhichun Lu Xiaoyue's true identity.

Xu Zhichun was startled and laughed, "I thought at the time that the girl was clever and quick-witted, unlike what one would expect from a typical family. I never imagined she was the county magistrate's daughter."

Based on what I'd heard about the county magistrate, it's not surprising that his daughter was like this.

Liang Mingxuan nodded: "I didn't expect that either."

Xu Zhichun: "Knowing that she is safe and sound, we can rest assured. After all, we have known each other for a while. You also know that this matter cannot be told to anyone, right?"

Liang Mingxuan smiled and nodded again: "I know, sister-in-law."

Xu Zhichun smiled: "Yeah, I knew you knew! Let's eat."

"it is good."

It's so easy talking to smart kids.

Xu Zhichun was still curious, so he asked a few more questions about his encounter with Lu Xiaoyue that day, and Liang Mingxuan told him everything.

The news that the county was going to open a county school and that Liang Mingxuan had been admitted to the county school spread like wildfire throughout the village. Liang Lizheng and several clan elders were so excited that they made a special trip to Liang's house to praise and encourage him.

When the day came and a carriage stopped outside Xu Zhichun's courtyard at noon, the villagers dared not approach but stood at a distance, observing and whispering among themselves. They were filled with envy and admiration: "The third branch of the Liang family has truly prospered!"

"Look, all the rich people in the city are coming to make friends!"

"This little prodigy is truly remarkable."

"Wow, this is really going to be a big hit."

"You can't envy it, you can't envy it."

"That's great! The little prodigy has made something of himself, and our whole village can benefit from it!"

Before, not so many people called Liang Mingxuan a child prodigy. But ever since he passed the imperial examination, everyone has tacitly started calling him that, and no one calls him by his real name anymore.

"I never expected that Mrs. Xu would actually hold this family together. Her dedication alone is truly admirable."

"Who says it isn't?"

Everyone was somewhat moved, and they were also a little dazed when they thought of Xu Zhichun jumping off a cliff to die for her husband.

I never expected that after escaping death, she not only came to terms with it but also did so well.

"It's not easy."

"Yes, it's not easy."

Xu Zhichun was a little stunned when she saw Xiaoyue, but Lu Xiaoyue was not at all shy. She lifted her skirt and ran towards Xu Zhichun, "Sister Xu!"

This girl—no, this young lady from a wealthy family—has quite a bit of strength. Xu Zhichun was so stunned that she almost fell over. She quickly regained her balance and instinctively hugged her.

Granny Ji, who followed her off the carriage, saw it all clearly and was terrified. "Oh dear, my little darling, what about the proper conduct for a young lady? The proper conduct for a young lady!"

(End of this chapter)