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Chapter 8

From afar, Xue Yan saw a figure.

He was dressed in green.

Xue Yan's heart suddenly swayed up and down.

Her parents.

Her elder brother.

They were all things that she had never come into contact with before.

Even though she had already received a lot of things when she was in Gusu.

They were just handkerchiefs, fans, and clothes. They weren't anything valuable.

However, every time they made Xue Yan cry.

Xue Yan had thought about what her mother and brother would be like many times. However, when they were really in front of her, Xue Yan became slightly flustered again. She was afraid that this was just a dream.

"Miss Xue Yan." A few servants at the door hurriedly stood up and smiled at Xue Yan.

Xue Yan stepped through the door and avoided the servant.

Only then did she see the person standing outside.

She felt dizzy as she opened her mouth.

She didn't know what to say.

"But Xue Yan …" That person had already turned around and spoke first, easing Xue Yan's unfamiliarity and nervousness.

"Yes."

That person smiled. "I sent you a letter in the past.

Father should have mentioned me to you in the letter. "

Xue Yan said softly, "Elder Brother."

That person smiled even more warmly.

He carefully asked Xue Yan how she was doing.

Money was enough for everything, no matter how big or small.

He asked very thoughtfully.

Xue Yan was moved.

He asked in a low voice, "Are you serving Miss Lin?"

"Yes."

"Your master specially sent a letter to my master. My master told me to come to see you today.

He also asked how your Miss is doing. "

Xue Yan was stunned. "Elder Brother's master?"

"My master went to the Imperial Censor's Mansion in the early years.

Your Miss should know who he is. "

Xue Yan was stunned. "May I know his name?"

That person shook his head.

He didn't say his name. Instead, he whispered something to Xue Yan.

He had only said a few words, but his advice was thorough and thorough, without leaving anything out.

The more Xue Yan listened, the more surprised he became.

She opened her mouth. "Where's the girl?"

The man put a hand on her shoulder. "Keep everything in your heart. Don't show everything on your face."

Xue Yan had no choice but to shut his mouth and nod heavily.

Only then did that person speak in a low voice, "The servant girl given by the old mistress naturally cannot be neglected.

But you have to be able to handle it.

If she was someone who was willing to do what was best for Miss Lin, it would naturally be good.

But if it was a bad one …

You have to be sure of your position and always remember that you're the servant that Miss Lin brought from home. You were the person closest to Miss Lin just now.

If you're weak and easy to bully, others will also think that Miss Lin is easy to bully. "

In the past, no one had ever told Xue Yan these things so clearly. She opened her eyes wide and nodded in a daze.

Although she didn't quite understand, this was Miss Lin's maternal home. How could someone bully Miss Lin?

"You were close to Miss Lin in the past. In the future, you should also be close to her.

You have to know what's important.

You mustn't tarnish Miss Lin's reputation. "After saying this, that person paused and sighed." My master values your girl very much.

In the future, if the girl encounters trouble and you don't know how to deal with it, you can just send a message. "

Xue Yan immediately became nervous. "How, how can I send a message?"

If someone from the inner residence sent a message to someone from the outer residence, it would be a serious crime.

That person smiled. "You don't have to worry about this. My master has already taken care of it.

He definitely won't let you suffer. "

That person looked at Xue Yan lovingly. "I'm your older brother. How could I harm you?"

Xue Yan bit her lip and asked, "Is Older Brother's master really that amazing?"

That person smiled and said with pride, "He's the top scholar in this year's exam."

Xue Yan naturally knew how amazing this person was. She immediately widened her eyes.

Seeing Xue Yan like this, his heart softened. He raised his hand and patted her head. "Go.

Mother told me to bring this to you. "

Xue Yan happily took it. She discovered that there were some things that girls liked to use inside.

They didn't look very eye-catching, but they all contained a strong sense of care.

"Go."

Xue Yan nodded and left.

Seeing her figure gradually disappear, that person thought to himself, if my younger sister was still alive, she would probably do the same.

When he turned around, his expression immediately changed.

It was time to report to the young master.

Jia Zheng led He Shen to his courtyard.

After they sat down, they didn't say much before a maidservant came in and reported, "Baoyu is here."

Jia Zheng's expression immediately darkened. "What's he doing here?"

"He's here to apologize to Father." The young man's weak voice sounded from inside the door.

As soon as he finished speaking, the young master had already walked in. Beside him, there was a thin servant supporting him.

He Shen rubbed the sides of the teacup twice and looked at the famous Jia Baoyu.

He was exactly the same as described in the book.

He wore a jeweled crown, a golden headband, bright red arrow sleeves, and a spiked coat.

His face was pink, and his eyes were full of affection.

However, his good looks were a bit pale. Coupled with his weak expression, he looked as if he had been ill for a long time.

However, this person was not as weak as he appeared to be, because after he stood still, his gaze instantly landed on He Shen's body, and even the depths of his eyes lit up.

"Stand up straight and talk." Jia Zheng said sternly.

In fact, if it were in the past, Jia Zheng wouldn't be so strict when he saw Baoyu like this.

However, He Shen was still beside him. When Jia Zheng saw Baoyu's weak posture, he felt even angrier.

Baoyu was startled by Jia Zheng's roar and managed to stand still.

"Father, I know I was wrong."

He lowered his head, but his eyes were secretly glancing at He Shen. He didn't look like he knew he was wrong at all.

Even if he came to apologize, it was Lady Wang who coaxed him to come.

Jia Zheng's expression softened. He asked, "Doctor, how many days will you be well?"

"I'll have to lie down for three to five days."

As they were talking, someone came in to report that the Xue Pan came to visit him.

Jia Zheng had a headache.

Why did he come at this time?

He was afraid that He Shen would laugh at him.

He Shen took the initiative to ask, "Is that the son of the Xue Family, an imperial merchant?"

He wanted to meet this Xue Pan.

Jia Zheng nodded. He had no choice but to wave his hand to let him in.

At this time, Xue Yan had just returned to the Aquamarine Screen Cabinet.

Daiyu saw her step in with a smile on her face. He couldn't help but tease her, "Are you happy now?"

Xue Yan nodded hard. "Yes, I'm happy."

Speaking of which, Xue Yan paused for a moment. "Speaking of which, it's quite a coincidence. The master that Elder Brother's father serves seems to have some relationship with Master."

Daiyu asked, "Which uncle is it?"

"I don't know.

He should be quite old, in his forties or fifties. "

Xue Yan didn't think about He Shen at all. She only thought that since he was the top scorer, he must be quite old.

In his previous life, He Shen had been in the business world.

He Shen needed to learn things slowly, but he didn't need to. He could use them directly.

He Shen gradually became absorbed in his thoughts.

"Childe."

"Childe." Xuan Tong Daozhang rubbed his knees uneasily.

Xuan Tong Daozhang was an important figure in Fujian. Ordinary people didn't dare to offend him easily. However, in front of He Shen, Xuan Tong Daozhang always felt that he was inferior. He didn't dare to act rashly.

"Okay, you should rest first.

Tell me tomorrow if you have any plans. "

Xuan Tong Daozhang had no choice but to agree.

"Bring a bowl of sweet water for the Daoist priest," He Shen said.

The maid answered and brought out the sweet water and snacks. She placed them in front of Xuan Tong Daozhang.

Head Elder Xuan had never seen these things before. He suppressed the surprise in his heart and did not want to show the slightest bit of a country bumpkin appearance.

Sure enough, there were many good things in the capital.

Xuan Tong Daozhang sighed and couldn't help but gulp down the food.

He Shen leisurely admired his posture. He already had a vague idea of what was going on.

These sweet water and snacks were originally based on the food from the Qing Dynasty. They were made with more precision.

Naturally, they were more refined.

It couldn't be compared to the food in the palace. However, it was enough to amaze ordinary people.

He Shen was very satisfied.

In the future, he would have another way to make money.

"Have a rest, Daoist priest." He Shen stood up and left.

Xuan Tong Daozhang didn't dare to stop him. He stood up and nodded repeatedly. He watched He Shen leave.

After He Shen left, Xuan Tong Daozhang looked around the house.

It didn't look very rich, but it was full of exquisiteness.

Xuan Tong Daozhang recalled He Shen's appearance just now. He couldn't help but sigh in his heart. The capital was indeed different.

In front of him, he felt even more insignificant.

The servant girls quickly cleared away the dishes.

Xuan Tong Daozhang glanced at the table and found a letter left on it.

When he opened it, Xuan Tong Daozhang immediately trembled.

The more he read, the more he trembled.

It wasn't because he was afraid. It was because he was excited.

He knew that the young master had prepared for this.

Xuan Tong Daozhang folded the letter and put it in his pocket. He didn't look for He Shen again. He even moved out the next day.

After that, Xuan Tong Daozhang lived in a small Daoist temple on the outskirts of the capital.

A few people who had heard of his reputation came to visit him.

Under their guidance, Xuan Tong Daozhang gradually entered the circle of the wealthy in the capital.

And this was only the first step for him to rebuild his reputation in the capital.

In the 31st year of Qianlong, the imperial examinations were held.

He Shen was 16 years old.

His teachers, Wu Shengqin and Wu Shenglan, valued He Shen's talent and ability. They spent a lot of effort on He Shen and hoped that He Shen could get a good ranking.

This year, the small Daoist temple finally gained some fame.