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The key was that Zhou was gracious during their first meeting, and her considerate attitude made Liu Qingxi like her more.
"This is nothing. You are new here and not familiar with the area. As neighbors, it's only right for me to help a little," Zhou was a hospitable person.
For some inexplicable reason, she and Liu Qingxi hit it off; the connections between people can be quite strange.
Afterward, she took Liu Qingxi and the Wen Family to stroll down the most famous street, which had not only clothing shops but also restaurants, Silver Shops, and more. Liu Qingxi ended up buying a lot of things.
After all, coming to the capital meant they were lacking in many household items, especially food supplies like rice, noodles, oil, salt, soy sauce, vinegar, pots, and pans. A few people simply couldn't carry everything back, so eventually, a cart from home came to transport their purchases.
On the way back, Wen Family held Zhou's hand and said, "Sister, thank you so much today. With you here, we were able to buy such good deals."
"Not at all! Even without me, you could have found these by looking around a bit more," Zhou said as she walked alongside Wen Family, already sensing that they were not from the same background.
From the way Wen Family and Liu Qingxi spent money so freely, it was clear they were not short on cash, unlike her who worked hard for a living.
Deep down, she felt they were somewhat aloof. Being praised by Wen Family made her blush with embarrassment.
Moreover, with two children following them, Liu Qingxi bought them candied hawthorn sticks and meatballs from street vendors—treats she usually only bought occasionally.
"I'm sorry for the expense today; the kids don't know any better."
"Sister-in-law, there's no need to be polite. A few sticks of candied hawthorn aren't worth much. I felt we had a connection when we first met. Since we live on the same street now, we'll have plenty of opportunities to help each other out in the future. Who knows when we might need your assistance again?"
"Sure! If you need anything, just call me. Don't hesitate," Zhou said cheerfully as she pushed open the door with the children. Turning back to Liu Qingxi, she added, "You should hurry home now; I've arrived so I won't see you off."
Thus, on the second day after arriving in the capital, they purchased basic living supplies and their daily life began to return to normal.
Aside from this matter, there is another urgent issue at hand, which is Liu Qingyan's studies.
Today, while Liu Qingxi and the Wen Family were purchasing daily necessities, Yang Yichen and Liu Qingyan were also busy, as academics are the most important thing that cannot be delayed.
Since they had just arrived in this place, they were not very familiar with it. Yang Yichen's understanding was limited to what he learned two years ago when he participated in the Imperial Examination in the capital.
Therefore, shortly after Liu Qingxi left, the two boys went out.
Liu Qingxi and the Wen Family returned home, exhausted. Just as they sat down to rest, the two young men came in. Dressed in matching blue robes that accentuated their tall figures, they exuded a unique charm.
"Yang Yichen, Yan, you’re back? How did it go?" Liu Qingxi eagerly asked the two.
"Sister, Brother Yang took me to see a few schools today. There are still a few we haven't checked out yet. We plan to wait until tomorrow to finish looking before making a decision."
"Yan is right; after all, studying is a big deal. We can't miss out on better opportunities just because we're anxious. Although the few schools we visited today had good masters and a nice learning atmosphere, there are still others left to consider."
Yang Yichen explained clearly: "Of course! It would be best if we could get into the National Academy, but unfortunately, we don't have that capability right now."
As everyone knows, the National Academy is the highest institution of learning in the Western Moon Kingdom. Many people strive to get in but find no opportunity. It has the best masters who not only teach classics like Confucian texts but also cultivate well-rounded talents.
In addition to cultural courses, there are also classes in horseback riding, archery, painting, and more.
When Liu Qingxi thought of the National Academy, his eyes sparkled; it truly is a wonderful place.
However! Having money alone does not guarantee entry. Yang Yichen is merely a Fifth-Rank Medical Officer and does not hold enough standing in the capital.
"However, Yan, don't be discouraged. You can try to participate in the Imperial Examination next year. If you can achieve a good ranking as a Scholar or Juren, you will also have the opportunity to study at the National Academy."
Sure enough, a glimmer of hope flashed in Liu Qingyan's eyes. "Aunt, Brother Yang, sister, don't worry. I will definitely perform well in the exams." He was determined to enter the National Academy based on his own abilities next year.
"Alright, Brother Yang believes in you. Keep it up!"
The four of them were cheerful and harmonious, just like one big family.
The Wen Family smiled as they looked at the three children, feeling an unprecedented sense of satisfaction. Each one was exceptionally talented, and they were all her pride.
"Okay, everyone is tired today. Qingxi and Yan, you two don't leave yet. Stay here for dinner before heading back."
The two families were separated by just a wall, making it incredibly convenient to come and go.
In fact, they often had meals together like this, which Liu Qingxi had grown accustomed to.
Since arriving in the capital, their lifestyle habits hadn't changed much; they still preferred noodle dishes.
However, since the capital was located further north, they favored rice dishes more, making noodles relatively more expensive than rice.
Their dining habit was to eat lighter meals in the evening, usually consisting of congee and vegetables.
The four of them sat around a square table facing each other, sharing their thoughts.
To be honest, they didn't have the habit of eating without talking or sleeping without conversation; instead, they felt that chatting at the dining table could enhance their relationships and liven up the atmosphere.
“Ming Wo, let’s take another look with Yan to confirm which place to go. After that, I’ll send him directly to school. Once these matters are arranged, I’ll just be in time for court.” So for Yang Yichen, the time was still quite tight.
“Alright, Aunt and I will improve the things at home and see if there’s anything missing.”
After dinner, they relaxed in the yard to cool off and digest their food.
At the same time, Liu Qingxi instructed Chunyu, “You and Summer Lotus go to the kitchen to prepare some snacks to send to Sister Zhou as a thank you for her help today, so the children can have a taste.”
She knew that someone like Zhou would not accept their monetary gratitude; that would be like trampling on her dignity.
However, sending some food was different; it was just normal neighborly goodwill.
At Zhou's home, the two children were noticeably more excited today. They devoured the treats they usually couldn’t afford: “Mom, who is that Elder Sister? I really like her.” The boy, Six Years Old, understood everything.
He knew that all the food today was sent by Liu Qingxi.
The little girl didn’t grasp the nuances and simply clapped her hands in agreement with her brother, saying, “Yummy, yummy!”
“Look at you two greedy little things. Someone is being kind to us; we can’t always think about taking advantage, you know?”
Just then, a loud voice came from the doorway: “What greedy little things? Who is it?”
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