Reborn as a Landlord-Chapter 1696 - 865: Stirred Feelings (Part 2)

Master Qu lived among the people, and he understood what a single egg meant to the children of ordinary tenant farming families, which moved him deeply.

Of course, the result of such emotion was that Master Qu taught with more dedication and, naturally, became stricter.

Once, Master Qu even mentioned to Wu Lang that he noticed some students among them had exceptional talents.

"If only they were enlightened earlier," Master Qu sighed, but knowing Wu Lang’s background, he hopefully added, "But it’s not too late now. As long as they are willing to work hard..."

Of course, it also required his dedicated teaching. Besides that, financial support was needed.

Master Qu did not shy away from mentioning this to Wu Lang. In fact, when they initially invited Master Qu, Wu Lang had already talked about this. The fact that Master Qu brought it up again was because he truly saw hope and wanted confirmation from Wu Lang.

For any matters, Master Qu generally sought out Wu Lang and rarely reached out to Lian Shouxin, especially for something like this. Master Qu directly approached Wu Lang.

Wu Lang immediately nodded and promised that if there was such talent, the Lian Family would support them fully.

Master Qu was very pleased.

In fact, inviting Master Qu to teach at the Kai Ming Academy in the Thirty Mile Camp had an additional benefit: Xiao Qi gained yet another renowned teacher. After a few days together, Master Qu grew fond of Xiao Qi, finding him not only intelligent but also well-behaved. Without Manman’s Family requesting it, Master Qu earnestly taught Xiao Qi’s subjects during his spare time.

Master Qu’s knowledge was no less than that of Mr. Loo or Master Chu. With Master Qu, Xiao Qi didn’t have to constantly travel to the Prefecture City to seek guidance from Master Chu.

Because of this, Lian Shouxin regarded Master Qu almost like a deity. Beyond the daily provision of good meals and tea, Lian Shouxin enjoyed chatting with Master Qu. He even learned a phrase from Lian Manman, "Listening to a wise man’s words is better than studying for ten years." Lian Shouxin felt that talking with Master Qu was like reading many books.

Back when Mr. Loo was around, Lian Shouxin did the same. However, Mr. Loo was from the south, while Master Qu was a native of Liaodong, making conversations with Master Qu even more engaging for Lian Shouxin. 𝙛𝓻𝒆𝒆𝒘𝙚𝓫𝙣𝙤𝒗𝙚𝓵.𝙘𝙤𝙢

The matter of the academy was entrusted to Master Qu, bringing great peace of mind, while household affairs were managed by Lady Zhang. This time, Lady Zhang wouldn’t go to the Prefecture City, and Lady Li would stay a few extra days to keep her company.

Because they didn’t know how many days they would stay during this trip to the Prefecture City, on the day before departure, Lian Shouxin mentioned visiting the old house to see Old Master Lian and Lady Zhou.

Lady Zhang and Lian Manman picked out some pastries, packed them in a food container for someone to carry, and Wu Lang, Lian Manman, and Xiao Qi accompanied Lian Shouxin to the old house.

"Your grandfather is getting old; everyone ages. Now that our days are better, the past... alas, let’s visit as often as we can," Lian Shouxin often said this to the children recently.

"When you were born, your grandfather was so happy," Lian Shouxin would say to Wu Lang and Xiao Qi.

However, Lian Shouxin wouldn’t lie, so he never said such words to Lian Manman.

The children were very understanding. They knew that visiting Old Master Lian more often would first and foremost be a great comfort to Lian Shouxin.

"...It’s just the hardships of life making mischief. Now that we’re better off, let’s not hold grudges..." This was another of Lian Shouxin’s favorite sayings.

"Dad, you see there were many families poorer than ours before, so why didn’t they encounter such things?" Some things, Lian Manman could listen to indifferently, but there were things she didn’t want to gloss over.

At such times, Lian Shouxin would sigh and fall silent.

However, Lian Manman had also asked herself and once asked Wu Lang and Xiao Qi if they bore grudges.

"...No time to think about that." This was Wu Lang’s reply. He had much more important and meaningful things to focus on rather than being distracted by those people and matters.

"Oh... some things feel particularly uncomfortable to recall. Forgetting them feels better." This was Xiao Qi’s answer.

As for Lian Manman herself... hatred is an intense emotion that consumes a lot of one’s energy and spirit. Lian Manman also wanted to use that energy and spirit on more interesting and important matters to her.

People always move forward.

Of course, past events always leave their marks in some way. For example, Lian Manman’s current attitude toward the old house was a simple response, tailored to the personalities of those at the old house.

Although Wu Lang and Xiao Qi’s words were different, surely their thoughts aligned with hers.

Because it was evening when the family arrived at the old house, they found Liulang also in the Upper Room.

Old Master Lian saw Lian Shouxin and his party arrive and quickly smiled, inviting them to sit. Usually awkward and silent in such settings, Liulang now immediately jumped up, calling "Fourth Uncle" and offering his seat to Lian Shouxin.

Clearly, Master Qu had taught them basic respect for their elders.

"The academy is great; it’s great to attend school. Look at Liulang, in just a few days, he’s improved so much!" When everyone was seated, Old Master Lian remarked emotionally.

Such words naturally praised Lian Manman’s family for founding the academy, which delighted Lian Shouxin.

"...We don’t even have a runner anymore." Lady Zhou muttered softly.

Everyone chose to pretend they hadn’t heard that remark.

"This child Liulang is much smarter now, but even when I asked what characters he recognized, he couldn’t name many." Old Master Lian asked Lian Shouxin some questions about the academy before remarking.

The Lian Manman family already knew from Xiao Long and Xiao Hu that Liulang struggled significantly with his studies.

Lian Shouxin was about to discuss this with Old Master Lian when they heard footsteps outside.

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