Zhulan thought that Ran Xun had such an erratic personality, and it was fortunate that she did not agree to Ran Zheng's proposal. Otherwise, when the boy's impulsive love was gone, her granddaughter would suffer in the future. Even if their relationship was good, Ran Xun was not a peaceful person, and her granddaughter would have to worry about him for the rest of her life.
Zhulan gestured to Qi to drink tea, "Ming Teng and his friends are really brave. If they weren't curious, this wouldn't have happened."
But he didn't say that he forgave Ran Xun. This kid Ran Xun really deserved a beating. He was so young, but he could cause so much trouble.
Qi naturally heard it. The master was so angry that he didn't sleep all night last night and even slapped himself in the face. The master said that the thing he regretted most was going to Zhou Shuren to propose marriage on behalf of Ran Xun. He laughed dryly and said, "This is something Ming Teng and Ming Rui can use. My master asked me to take care of the two children."
Zhulan couldn't bring herself to break off relations, as this was a matter concerning the child, but she still felt unhappy. However, the Ran family was very apologetic, and considering the future eldest grandson's wife, Zhulan said, "Then I will take it for both of them. These are all good things."
Qi was relieved, and after accepting it, she said that the matter was over, "We will definitely discipline Ran Xun well in the future."
Zhulan said: "We will also educate the two children well."
Qi, "... "
She found out a lot of things yesterday. She knew that it was Yang who asked her to say it, and she said it deliberately for the Ran family to hear. The Zhou family can really be ruthless when it comes to educating their children.
Zhulan knew what Qi was thinking without having to guess. She drank her tea calmly. If a child is not properly disciplined when he is young, it will harm the child. It is necessary to make it clear from a young age what he should and should not touch. "Spoiling a child is like killing him" is a saying that makes sense.
In the academy, the young master of Ningguo Mansion did not see Ming Teng and his friends, and asked Dong Zhan, "Why didn't they come?"
Dong Zhan had a hard time explaining. He seldom participated in gatherings of Ming Teng and the others because he didn't have the money to do so and he didn't want to waste time, so naturally he didn't go yesterday. But he knew how they were beaten, and it was hard to say because it was the Zhou family's business.
Jiang Du was no longer in Class B, so he didn't find out.
After school, the son of Duke Ningguo came to Zhou's residence, and saw the miserable Ming Teng and the other two.
When they returned to the Duke's Mansion, the two children were frightened and told their great-grandfather about it.
Duke Ning stroked his beard and said to his grandson's eldest son, Ning Zhao, "If your grandfather had been stricter with your father, he would have been able to do it, and your father would not have accomplished anything."
He knew the affairs of the Ministry of Revenue best. His eldest grandson was not smart, but if he had taken ruthless action back then, he would not have been like he is now, a slow bird that flies first. Not all people in officialdom are geniuses. He said he had many concerns back then, but in the final analysis, he still could not bring himself to take ruthless action.
Ning Zhao, "..."
Duke Ningguo looked at Ning Yang who had just entered school and thought of what his youngest son had said: the Zhou family was indeed a good match.
In the evening, Zhou Lao Da and his wife left Zhoujia Village. The couple were eager to return home, but there was no point in being anxious. Mingshan returned to the capital with his family, including his wife, children, and parents. They needed to rest after dark.
Mingshan's parents didn't want to live with Mingshan, but they were worried about their son, so they wanted to live in Beijing with him for a while and return to Zhoujia Village after Mingshan's life got on track. As the saying goes, leaves return to their roots, and Mingshan is not the eldest son, so after finally returning to the family, the old couple still prefer the life in Zhoujia Village.
Li and Mingshan's mother couldn't get along. The age difference was too big. Her father-in-law was really older. Li sat on the bed in the inn, anxious, "I can't wait to go home."
Boss Zhou also said, "Just bear with it."
Li clasped her chubby hands together and said, "I felt really bad last night. I don't know if something happened at home."
I didn't sleep well the whole night, and I was very worried about it.
Boss Zhou didn't feel anything. "What can go wrong? My parents are here. Even if something goes wrong, it's Ming Teng who caused the trouble."
Li thought about it and realized that there was indeed no one else except Ming Teng. Then Li said happily: "It's such a surprise to receive a 300-year-old ginseng this time."
Boss Zhou didn't expect that Mingshan's parents had saved up a lot of wealth. They were indeed capable. They had only been back for a few years and had already figured out the surroundings. They really knew which family had good things. They couldn't eat them, but wanted to honor their father, so they let him take the things.
Boss Zhou did not refuse this favor. If he had not accepted it, Mingshan's parents would have been uneasy. He had already rejected the gifts from Mingshan's parents. Now everyone is happy this way.
The next day, Yu Yun was the last one to know that Ming Teng was beaten and lying on the bed unable to get up, so he came to the Ministry of Revenue in person.
Fourth uncle didn't say anything, and Zhou Shuren didn't speak first either. He would not compromise on the issue of educating his children.
Yu Yun was the first to lose his temper. "The child is still young, just educate him. I went to see that you beat him too hard. Aren't you afraid of hurting the child?"
Zhou Shuren didn't even raise his head as he replied, "My children have been practicing martial arts since they were young, so Mingyun knew when to attack."
Yuyun felt distressed. Shuren didn't understand his heart. The older he got, the more he cherished the child. It was a real pity for him. "Mingteng is already very sensible. I understand everything that happened. Mingteng was not at fault."
Zhou Shuren said expressionlessly, "Did he tell you?"
Yu Yin was also frightened when he saw his nephew's expression. "No, that's not it. Ming Teng said it was all his fault. If he hadn't been tempted, nothing would have happened. He obviously realized something was wrong when he got on the boat, but he still went on it."
Look, how sensible this child is.
Zhou Shuren's expression improved a little. "If you still can't recognize your mistakes, you still deserve a beating."
Yu Yun froze. Ming Teng heard Shu Ren trembling with fear and coughed. His eyes were fixed on his nephew's indifferent expression.
Zhou Shuren, "Originally, I was thinking that since you like Ming Teng and your branch is also your mother's, I would agree to adopt him, but I think you are not determined. I need to think about this matter. I teach all my grandchildren with my heart and they all want to be successful."
Yu Yin regretted it so much that his intestines turned green. His face changed and he slammed the table, "Children will not become useful unless they are beaten. Beat them, beat them hard. Don't worry, I'm fine now. I'll help you watch over the child and make sure he is well educated."
Zhou Shuren thought that this time the old man would care about Ming Teng's education more than he did, "Yeah."
Yu Yin was unsure of his nephew's thoughts. "Well, I'll go back first."
"good."
Ming Teng was in a miserable situation afterwards. Yu Yun lived in Zhou's house and watched Ming Teng study every day. Yu Yun was a man of real talent, and Ming Teng was miserable.
Zhulan felt sorry for Mingteng and secretly asked Zhou Shuren why Yuyun was acting so abnormal. After asking, she found out that it was Zhou Shuren's fault.
Five days passed in a blink of an eye, and the Dali Temple received a case that shocked the capital. The Bai family sued Lord Yao for murdering his second wife, Bai.