r honored guests was still quite lavish.Lao Er, though honorable as a master, was also well-read and had tasted the bitterness of life. He was much more worldly than ordinary scholars.At this moment,...Mr. Peng looked at the basket of cantaloupes, his eyes lit up as he said, "You're still a decent person, knowing I've been craving these lately. Last time, Jiarren sent over a cold melon, it was too sweet! Too bad that kid is so stingy, hasn't come to pay respects since."

Mr. Wen only gave him two cantaloupes, “Just be content with this, outsiders can't even get a taste. This time I'll only give you two to satisfy your cravings. Next time you come, I'll bring you more. This basket is for Dr. Zhou, I have something important to discuss with him.”

"I told you so, you're always causing trouble. What have you schemed up against our academy this time Which disciple are you trying to sneak in"

Mr. Peng called the young servant to bring down the watermelon, but Mr. Wen refused to sit down and drink tea. "This matter is rather urgent and cannot be delayed," he said. "Call Jiaren over, and let's go see the head physician together."

Mr. Peng questioned, "What's going on Don't you dare trick me"

"Rest assured, it's a good thing, otherwise how could I have let Jiarren go out to show his face"

"Well then, just wait for me."

Mr. Peng called someone to go to the dormitory to find Jiaren, then he took Mr. Wen slowly toward the courtyard of the principal's house.

As soon as the two arrived at the door, Jia Ren also came.

"Sir, Teacher!" he bowed his head low. He must have hurried here as his forehead was covered with a thin layer of sweat.

Mr. Wen patted his shoulder and said, "Don't worry, I'll take you to see the director. There's good news."

"Yes, Teacher," Jia Ren thought curiously inside, but didn't ask any further.

Soon, the three of them sat together with the headmaster, drinking tea.

Mr. Wen politely offered some cantaloupe, then got down to business.

I heard that the collection of Taihua Academy is coming to be copied, and it will be kept at the academy for a year afterwards, available for students to browse. Zhou Yuan's courtyard was also surprised.

Mr. Peng was overjoyed, his old friend had truly not let him down!

He quickly took on the task of copying books, and Jiarren also promised to copy them well with his classmates.

Of course, the dean wouldn't refuse. He settled the matter in a few words, and Jiaren was also listed in his heart.

After all, a year later, when these four hundred plus hand copied books were moved back to the Li family's home, he wanted to look at them and had to borrow them from Jia Ren.

The matter went smoothly, the Dean benefited as well, and he was generous enough to gift Mr. Wen with two cans of good tea, and also invited him to attend a poetry gathering in a few days' time.

Mr. Wen readily agreed, and as soon as he stepped out of the yard, Mr. Peng couldn't help but pat his friend on the shoulder, his face full of envy.

"You're so lucky! This poetry gathering is attended by all the famous scholars. I wouldn't even be qualified to attend, let alone be invited along with you."

Mr. Wen smiled and said, "If you give him over four hundred books, he'll be willing to take you with him."

After saying that, he invited Mr. Peng to have dinner at Li's restaurant.

Mr. Peng refused, for one thing, his books had to be moved into his courtyard for protection against loss, and second, he was a lover of books who couldn't wait to immerse himself in the sea of literature; how could he have the heart to eat

Soon, Jiarren's classmates were all called out to work.

They each carried a stack of books into the room, looking dazed.

On the road, I happened to run into school letting out. The students who came face-to-face were even more curious.

Mr. Peng kept staring at the books as they entered his study, only then did he let out a sigh of relief.

After that, he still had to label, categorize, and go to the storage room for pens and ink. He also arranged desks and chairs for the students to copy. He was so busy that he didn't even have time to see Mr. Wen off when he left.

Jia Ren led Mr. Wen to the food stall. Lao San Li was also happy to see Mr. Wen and Liu Biao Tou and the others.

Jia An, Jia Xi, being experienced businessmen, found it no trouble selling food. They immediately took over the stall and let everyone go to the back to talk slowly.

Jia Yi and Liu Yang were also following suit, working with great efficiency.

Thus, Jia Huan had some free time, so she hurried to cook dinner for everyone.

Jia Ren remembered to say something to his younger brothers and squeezed into the front mat.

A studious student, well-informed and curious, couldn't help but inquire about the books. Jiaren chuckled and replied, "I've been staying at the academy all this time, so I'm not too familiar with the details."

This can also be considered an indirect admission that they sent over four hundred books.

Students were all envious, but more importantly, happy.

Who doesn't want to read more books and broaden their horizons

Some thanked the family and expressed their gratitude, while others were more eager to join the queue for copying books and get a glimpse of them first.

Jiārén smiled in response, neither humble nor arrogant, with ease and composure.

Everyone watching, including Jia Yi, admired his elder brother's patience and tact.

After the restaurant ran out of food and closed for the day, the banquet in the backyard was also ready.

Jīahuan has been doing this alone for so long, his skills have gotten better and better.

A table full of eight home-cooked dishes, though common, were all beautifully presented with appealing colors, aromas, and flavors. Accompanied by a pot of wine, everyone chatted and enjoyed the meal, in high spirits.

Several boys finished their meals early and pestered Jiarren to take them out for a walk.

This was also the busiest time of day on the shopping street, with all sorts of things for sale.

Jiārén took his allowance and bought snacks for Jiā'ān and Jiākě. He also bought a small toy for his younger sister, asking his younger brother to take it back home.

Jiayi and Liu Yang had grown up and were unwilling to let their older brother spend money. They would just watch the festivities for fun. Most of the time, they asked about how things were at the academy and if their brother was being bullied.

Jia Ren's heart was filled with warmth, and he also asked them if they had suffered from eating in the mountains.

For a moment, the brothers walked and talked side by side, close and lively.

That night, everyone slept in the courtyard of the house. In summer, there was no need for a quilt, it wasn't troublesome at all, just a clean kang (traditional Chinese brick bed) would do.

The next morning, Mr. Wen and Liu the鏢頭 returned with the boys.

Jiarren returned to the academy in a hurry after breakfast yesterday because Mr. Peng made an exception and allowed him to stay outside for one night.

Thus, the shop returned to its usual quietude.

But at noon, Goureng came running to ask for help. It turned out that Jiarren and over thirty classmates were so engrossed in copying books that they had no time to eat lunch.

From now on, I'm afraid lunch and dinner will have to be delivered here from the eatery.

Jia Huan readily agreed without hesitation.

Thus, he always prepared his meals and took Gou Sheng in and out early.

In the academy, everyone knew about the secret. The gatekeeper had known for a long time that the Li family had brought great benefits to the academy, so he welcomed them in and out with courtesy, not stopping them at all.

Jiahuan would also occasionally bring two meat buns to the doorman, and slowly they became more familiar with each other.

Speaking of the Suijintan area, they distributed food and wages again last night.

This was the second time, and there would be countless more times after this. The villagers had become much calmer.

Whoever should bear the burden of food should bear it, and whoever should take the money should take it.

The Li family earned less work points because the third son's family was absent. Li Laosi, along with his brother-in-law Yi Ji, also wasted a month in the mountains. This time, when the wages were divided, the Li family inevitably received much less.

The old woman didn't seem to mind, she chuckled and took the wages, then with the other women, she divided the fine cloth bought by Young Master Ye.

This way, when the women had nothing to do, they could make clothes for the elderly and children.

Seeing this, the villagers engraved the four characters "more work, more gain" even deeper in their hearts.

That's Li's family. With fewer people working, they earn less too. They haven't been treated unfairly; everyone in the village is treated equally!

Gia Yin was a money lover. She counted money with her grandma all night and slept in late the next morning, which was rare for her.

When the sun was high in the sky, Madam Cui came over for a short visit. Seeing Jiayin wearing a red "longevity and good fortune" bellyband, sleeping with her arms and legs spread out, she smiled and sat with Old Li under the eaves, cutting cloth.

"How did Funiu sleep in today"

"This little girl, last night she was holding onto the silver, drooling, and wouldn't let go. She slept late. Now, perhaps she's still dreaming of making a fortune, that's why she won't wake up." Li Laotai peered into the room through the window, smiling with doting affection.

At that very moment, Jia An burst in from outside, shouting, "Grandma, something happened at the valley!"

"What happened When are you coming back" Old Lady Li stood up in surprise and asked.

Jia An urgently pulled his grandmother, "We just got home, Grandma, you go quickly, they're about to fight!"

Li Laotai missed her granddaughter and still wanted to go into the house. Cui's wife said, "Auntie, you go take a look first. I'll carry Funiu and follow right after!"

Here are three chapters offered.e.But large-scale purchases are more conspicuous and attract attention.I'm afraid we have to make another trip to Zhengjiazhuang. We need Zhengjiazhuang to buy grain in batches over multiple times and...