In the capital, Zhou Mansion, Zhou Shuren asked Jinyan to investigate the situation of the Gu family, especially the past of Lord Gu who was about to come to Beijing, and the branch of Gu Liufeng's grandfather, who would be involved with Liufeng in the future.
These are inevitable. As long as Liu Feng's career goes smoothly, he will come into contact with them sooner or later.
After Jinyan left, Zhou Shuren went to the study with his hands behind his back. It had been a long time since he checked on his grandchildren's homework. It was a rare moment of free time at the end of the year, and Zhou Shuren remembered that there would be a big exam before the academy closed for the day.
In the study room, Mingyun looked at his younger brother helplessly, "Mingteng, if you have the energy to care about what gifts I received, you might as well focus more on your studies. The academy is about to have a year-end break, and the final exams are not easy."
Ming Teng is a gossiper. Today, Ran Xun gave his eldest brother a box, saying it was given by his future sister-in-law. He wanted to see what was in it, but Ran Xun refused to tell him. Breaking up the friendship does not pose a threat to his little friend, so he can only trouble his eldest brother.
Mingrui also moved his ears, but there was nothing he could do. This was the first time his elder brother accepted a gift from a woman from another family, and it was also a gift from his future sister-in-law.
Zhou Shuren stood at the door and was about to push it open, but his hand stopped. Okay, he also wanted to know. He didn't expect that his eldest grandson would be able to do it. It turned out that a girl gave the gift first!
Mingyun gritted his teeth. If he didn't tell him, Mingteng would not give up. "It's the cord used for jade pendants."
Ming Teng was a little disappointed, "No more?"
"What do you think it is?"
Ming Teng laughed dryly. He thought it was something more meaningful, but it turned out to be just a net.
Mingrui curved his eyes and smiled like a little fox, "If you are envious, you can talk to your future second sister-in-law. Although your future second sister-in-law is not good at needlework, I think she should be able to make lace."
Ming Teng blushed and waved his hands, "What do you know, you little brat?"
Mingrui rolled his eyes, he knew a lot.
Ming Teng thought of Liu Jia. After the engagement, his days of rest were miserable. He was always dragged out by his future uncle, who cheated him a lot!
As for Liu Jia's needlework, this girl is really not pretending, she really has no knack for needlework!
Zhou Shuren coughed and pushed the door open, "What are you talking about?"
Ming Teng was furious when he saw Grandpa. How long had Grandpa been standing outside the door? How much did Grandpa hear
Mingyun's cheeks were slightly red. She didn't say anything about the matter and asked, "Grandpa, why are you here?"
Zhou Shuren walked to the bookshelf and took a book. "I will test you on your homework today."
Ming Teng, "... ..."
There are only two words in my mind: "It's over!"
An hour later, Zhulan saw Zhou Shuren coming back and asked, "Why did you stay in the study for so long today?"
Zhou Shuren snorted, "I tested the academic performance of several of my grandsons. Mingyun and Mingrui are both good, but Mingteng was quite distracted and his academic performance was a little poor."
Zhulan, "It just so happens that you have some free time recently, so you can take care of it."
Ming Teng needs to be tapped from time to time. If the leather is loose, just tighten it.
Zhou Shuren hummed, "I hadn't thought of that either."
The next day, Zhulan went out to greet Tao personally and held her hand affectionately. "Ever since you wrote to me saying you would return to Beijing early, I have been looking forward to your return. Tell me, we haven't seen each other for quite a while."
When Tao came, she was still a little nervous. Lord Zhou was highly valued by the emperor and was now a third-rank official. She was worried about Yang's attitude, but now she is completely relieved. Yang is still the same Yang as before. "I also wanted to return to Beijing earlier. Who would have thought that my precious child would be sick?"
Zhulan asked, "Are you completely well now?"
Tao nodded, "Okay, okay, you don't know, the old man and I were really scared. Wei'er's high fever didn't go away, and I wanted to die at that time."
Zhulan patted Tao's hand. Tao had been looking forward to this child for too long. "Now that this hurdle has been overcome, the child will be healthy and have smooth sailing in the future."
Tao smiled and said, "I always love to listen to your words."
Zhulan was amused, "Then should I say more?"
Tao laughed, "I don't want to listen to you now. I want to take a good look at Yu Lu. It's been a long time since we last met. Yu Lu has grown a lot taller."
Yu Lu had been following her grandmother, and she greeted him again, saying, "Greetings, Madam."
Tao held Yu Lu's hand. This was her future granddaughter-in-law. "I wanted to bring Wang Wei with me, but I can't come because of the clan school exam today."
Yu Lu has a steady personality, but when she heard her fiancé's name, her chubby little face turned red, and when she lowered her head, you could see that her ears had also changed color.
Zhulan pulled her granddaughter over and said, "I think you are here to bully my granddaughter."
The little girl is thin-skinned, Tao must have done it on purpose.
Of course, Mrs. Tao did it on purpose. She hoped that her grandson and Yu Lu could have more contact. It was a pity that her grandson had heavy schoolwork and her father-in-law was still with him, so her grandson couldn't come. She said a few more words and also hoped that her future granddaughter-in-law would keep her grandson in mind.
Mrs. Tao was satisfied with Yu Lu. When she arrived in the capital, her mother-in-law told her that Yu Lu had a good reputation in the capital. Now that the little girl had grown up, she liked her even more.
In the academy, Mingyun held the invitation card, and Liufeng came over, "Who gave you the invitation?"
Mingyun played with the invitation. "It was sent by Liu Qi. It was quite formal. He said he wanted me to go and appreciate his paintings after the New Year."
Liu Feng, "You don't want to go?"
Mingyun clicked on the post and said, "I really don't want to go, but it's already been delivered to me, and I can't not go."
Liu Feng thought for a moment and said, "If you don't want to, just find a reason."
Mingyun shook his head, "I still have to go."
Liu Feng hummed, then became absent-minded. His cousin was going to Beijing, and he knew very little about the relatives on his grandfather's side. If it weren't for this letter, his mother wouldn't have mentioned it.
Liu Feng lowered his head and read the book. He felt a little confused. He knew that his cousin's coming to Beijing would definitely bring changes to his life.
In Class B, Ran Xun stared at Ming Teng, who was lying on the table. "You don't look right. You looked like you were dying since this morning. Were you bullied by your brother?"
Ming Teng was too lazy to pay attention to Ran Xun, who would not give up until he got the answer. He turned around and looked at Jiang Du.
Jiang Du also disappointed Ran Xun, "Grandpa tested Ming Teng's homework yesterday."
Ran Xun pulled the corner of his mouth. Lord Zhou, he was also afraid and shuddered. "Ming Teng's academic performance is not improving, but it has nothing to do with me. It's all because of Ming Teng's own weak will!"
Ming Teng's eyes widened. He didn't say that bad company breeds bad people, but this grandson pushed it to him instead. "Sure, Master Ran!"
Ran Xun blinked his eyes and said, "I will stay away from you for a while in the future. I can't let you lead me astray."
Ming Teng was about to vomit blood, "We must break off the friendship."
Ran Xun was extremely happy, and it showed on his face, "If you want to break up, then break up."
As long as Lord Zhou doesn't miss me, it's okay to break up with him for a while!