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Liu Zhixue had this idea all along. Once she became his disciple, if she dared to disobey him in the future, he could use her disrespect for her teacher to control her.

He immediately smiled and said, "Since Miss Biao doesn't mind, Zhixue is naturally willing to accept this student."

Yun Jin just smiled and said, "I would be content as long as you are willing to give me some pointers. I would never dare to become your disciple, for I am afraid that I will not learn well and ruin your reputation."

Liu Zhixue paused for a moment. This girl was quite thoughtful, but she didn't press the matter. She smiled and said, "Miss, you're too modest."

Yun Jin smiled slightly and said, "Not at all, Jin'er has indeed not received any formal education. It's not too late for Jin'er to become an apprentice when she can keep up with her sister."

Liu Zhixue paused, then forced a smile: "Alright."

Seeing this, Chu Wanqing felt even more that her daughter was clever.

She looked at Liu Zhixue and asked with concern, "I forgot to ask just now, wasn't Mr. Liu feeling unwell? How are you feeling?"

Liu Zhixue quickly stood up and bowed: "Thank you for your concern, Madam. I just caught a chill last night because I didn't close the window, but I'm much better after taking some medicine and sleeping."

Just then, a maid's voice came from outside: "The young lady has arrived."

Before she could finish speaking, Yunxiu had already lifted the curtain and entered. Seeing that Madam Liu was sitting in the guest seat, she warmly moved over and sat down next to her: "Sir, you're here too."

Madam Liu patted her hand with a smile: "Miss, Miss Biao just said that she wants to study with you from now on, so you'll have a companion."

Upon hearing this, Yunxiu's eyes flashed with displeasure, but remembering Liu's teachings on "not showing one's emotions," she quickly replaced them with a joyful expression: "Really? That's wonderful!"

She paused, looked at Yun Jin, and said with a hint of superiority in her eyes, "However, Mr. Liu is very strict. She really will scold you if you don't study well, so don't cry then, cousin."

Yun Jin nodded and said softly, "I know I am not as clever as my cousin Yun Xiu. I would be content if I could learn even a little bit of Mr. Liu's knowledge."

Upon hearing this, Yunxiu smiled smugly and said, "If my cousin can learn even a little bit of the teacher's teachings, she will have more confidence in the capital."

Yun Jin said calmly, "Cousin, my mother told me that a woman's confidence always comes from herself, and I will work hard to build up my confidence."

Before Yunxiu could say anything more, Liu Zhixue shook her head slightly and took over the conversation: "Miss Biao's mother is indeed a remarkable woman."

At this moment, a maid came to report: "Madam, the meal is ready."

Chu Wanqing nodded, stood up, and called to the others, "Let's go to the dining room."

He then instructed his maid to go to the study to invite Yunheting.

When the group arrived at the dining hall, Yun Heting was already there. He was sitting in the main seat, holding a teacup in his hand. Seeing everyone come in, he put down his teacup and said with a smile, "You've all come. Please sit down."

His gaze swept across everyone's faces, lingering on Madam Liu for a moment before settling on Yun Jin, as if deep in thought.

Yun Jin lowered her eyes, pretending not to see.

Everyone took their seats.

Yun Heting sat in the main seat, with Chu Wanqing to his left and Yun Xiu to his right. Liu Shi sat next to Yun Xiu, while Yun Jin sat beside Chu Wanqing.

The maids filed in and laid out the dishes.

The meal consisted of eight dishes and two soups, with a good balance of hot and cold dishes, as well as meat and vegetables. While not extremely luxurious, it was still exquisite and delicious.

Yun Heting picked up his chopsticks first and said with a smile, "We're all family, don't be shy, let's start eating."

Everyone picked up their chopsticks, and Yunxiu diligently placed a piece of food on Yunheting's plate, saying in a coquettish tone, "Father, this is your favorite braised fish slices. I specially asked the kitchen to make it."

Yun Heting smiled and nodded, "Xiu'er is so thoughtful."

Liu Zhixue watched with a smile, her gaze gentle, occasionally meeting Yun Heting's eyes before quickly looking away.

Yun Jin was eating with her head down, but she caught a glimpse of this scene out of the corner of her eye.

While they were eating, Yun Heting suddenly put down his chopsticks and turned to Yun Jin: "Jin'er, I'd like you and Xiu'er to study with Mr. Liu. Would you be willing?"

Yun Jin sneered inwardly. This Yun Heting knew perfectly well that Liu Zhixue would have to accept him as a student no matter what, yet he came here directly to do her a favor.

She looked flattered and quickly stood up to bow, saying, "Thank you, Uncle. It is Bai Jin's good fortune to be able to study under Mr. Liu."

She then turned to Liu Zhixue, her tone sincere: "I hope Mr. Liu will continue to guide me in the future."

Liu Zhixue nodded with a smile: "You're too kind, Miss."

Yun Heting stroked his beard with satisfaction and then instructed, "Since you're going to learn, then learn well. Mr. Liu is strict, so don't be afraid of hardship. Xiu'er went through the same thing back then."

The brocade curtains seem to hang low.

After the meal, the maids cleared away the bowls and plates and replaced them with tea and snacks.

Yun Heting took a couple of sips of tea, then stood up and said, "Please enjoy your tea. I'm going to my study to handle some official business."

After saying that, his gaze lingered on Liu Zhixue's face for a moment before leaving.

Liu Zhixue also stood up and bowed to Chu Wanqing, saying, "Madam, I will take my leave now."

Chu Wanqing nodded and watched her leave.

After Liu Zhixue had walked away, Chu Wanqing looked at Yunxiu and said gently, "Xiu'er, tomorrow I'm taking your sister Jin to the market to buy some clothes and jewelry. Would you like to come along?"

Yunxiu's eyes lit up, and she was about to nod when Chu Wanqing added, "You can go, but you can't make a fuss about asking for things. You just bought clothes and jewelry, so this time you can only help your sister Jin with her suggestions."

Yunxiu's smile froze on her face, and she pouted, "Mother is biased! She doesn't want me anymore now that she has my cousin!"

Chu Wanqing frowned slightly: "How can you talk like that? Your cousin just arrived and doesn't even have a decent set of clothes. What's wrong with me taking her to buy some? Is this something to get angry about? Am I spoiling you too much?"

Yunxiu, having been scolded the whole way, her eyes reddened, and she said defiantly, "Fine, I won't go! Who cares!"

With that, she flicked her sleeve, turned around, and ran out.

Chu Wanqing watched her retreating figure, clutching her chest and sighing, "This girl, I've really spoiled her rotten."

Yun Jin understood that Chu Wanqing was using a feigned retreat to advance, hoping that Yun Xiu would suggest not following along.

But Yunxiu is still young and can't understand it. However, if she goes to Liu Zhixue, Liu Zhixue will definitely understand, and she will probably go with her tomorrow.

……

Sure enough, Yunxiu ran into Liu Zhixue's courtyard.

Liu Zhixue had barely entered the courtyard and hadn't even had time to change her clothes when Yunxiu rushed in like a whirlwind, her eyes red and her face full of grievance as she threw herself into her arms, "Mother!"

Liu Zhixue's expression changed, and she quickly gave Granny Qi a wink.

Granny Qi understood, and led the maids out of the room, closing the door behind her.

"What's wrong?" Liu Zhixue put her arm around her and asked softly, "Who bullied our young lady?"

Yunxiu pouted and recounted what had just happened: "Mother, does Mother not like me anymore? She never treated me like this before. I even got her several outfits today, and Mother still wants to take her shopping!"

Upon hearing this, Liu felt a slight sinking feeling in her heart.

She patted Yunxiu's back reassuringly and said softly, "You silly girl, this is only the beginning, and you're already getting impatient? Who says you can't go out if you don't want to buy anything?"

Yunxiu was immediately overjoyed: "Mother is right, I'm going anyway! Even if they don't let me buy anything, I'll still go with them. I absolutely cannot let them go out alone!"