"The Winter of Feng Yilang" from the "Emotional Chapter" 2

Huaining closed his eyes and said patiently, "Fool." Even though he scolded his senior sister like this, he still followed her.

Tomorrow I will go out, and I will only return home during the New Year. It is then that I can hear the stories of Second Brother again. I will think about it every day, so why not let Second Brother tell me first

"Did Master Feng take me as his adopted son for the sake of the young lady?" he asked in a low voice

You are truly very intelligent. I adopt you as my godson; from now on, you need not work in the residence, but only serve as the young lady's companion. She is not foolish; she is simply straightforward, with a clear understanding of right and wrong. Moreover, she greatly admires Master Woqiu, so... In short, I do not expect you to teach her at all times, but if you can subtly influence her, I would be immensely grateful.

Brother Ichiro

He rubbed his eyes and made an effort to perk up. Although his knees were a bit painful from kneeling, he could definitely endure it

He is not afraid of hardship; as long as he can read more books, he would even willingly sleep in a woodshed.

Miss ... ... you really don't need to kneel ... ... you will truly embarrass me!

Ruan Dong was exuberantly observing the ceremony from the side, running back and forth as if he were being adopted himself

She felt relieved, and he also let out a quiet sigh

The servants in the hall fell silent, some watching the spectacle with interest, others with sympathy or mockery, while a few cast cold glances of disdain towards him.

To put it simply, I am different from my elder brother; I am quite foolish

His ambition has grown increasingly larger. From the very beginning, he only sought to have a job, but now he yearns for a better life. The conditions offered by Fengchun are something he cannot attain; this is an opportunity that, once missed, will not come again

After he had respectfully offered tea and performed the kneeling salute, Ruan Dong stepped forward, cupped his fists in salute, and said

The young lady must possess some talent, otherwise, Steward Feng would not have invited a master to the residence to teach her

Feng Chun, do you intend to take the second brother as your adopted son? Then I shall remain to witness the ceremony! Is he not now a rare commodity?

I understand. "Huaining interjected with his eyes closed.

As long as you explain the reasoning, allowing me not to make the same mistake again, I would be grateful beyond measure; why should I be unhappy? Second brother, isn't everyone like this?

The second brother was startled and instinctively looked towards the source of the sound. Unbeknownst to him, the young lady's junior had unexpectedly appeared at the foot of the bed! When did Huaining arrive? Why is it always without anyone noticing?

She looked at him in surprise. "Aren't you afraid?"

"Rare goods can be treasured" cannot be used this way. In the future, being a companion reader for the young lady may be a bit arduous, but he is not afraid of hardship, truly.

By the way, Second Brother, I have spoken to Fengchun about it. Next time when another master comes to teach, Huaining, you, and I will study together. Your desk will be moved next to mine. You can teach me what I do not understand. This way, even if I am a fool, I can at least resemble Eldest Brother a little bit.

Jian Fengchun temporarily ended this topic, and he exclaimed:

I... never thought about it. It is also very difficult to return home in glory, and moreover, my hometown... cannot accommodate me... In the Ruan residence, Fengchun is in control, and over time, everyone has become accustomed to his appearance, understanding that he will not harm anyone, but returning to my hometown...

This is taken for granted

Think carefully. Before that, come with me to see the young lady off... By the way, do not mention the young lady leaving home to outsiders

Next, he was immersed in the beautiful dream bestowed upon him by the heavens. He faintly heard the young lady calling:

"Miss, what brings you to my room?" Good heavens, is this young lady completely lacking in manners?

"Chief Steward Feng, I, I—"

Therefore, he was penalized

Of course I want to! Apart from the Ruan residence, no one else wants him!

"Director Feng, do you know that you are here? Please get up quickly, you are of noble stature!"

Since my second brother is well-versed and knowledgeable, he must know where I went wrong today? Fengchun said that I should respect my teacher and value the way, and I understand this principle. However, the master scolded Fengchun for no reason; he is at fault, while Fengchun is not. Therefore, I ask the master to apologize, and it would be beneficial for him not to make this mistake again in the future. What wrong have I done? Fengchun is an important person in my heart; clearly, she has done nothing wrong, yet I should allow her to be insulted by the master. Is this what it means to respect the teacher and value the way?

"Rest assured, when I go to plead guilty later, I will have a good talk with Fengchun!" In the blink of an eye, she disappeared outside the door. It seemed she had forgotten that although she was incredibly strong, her small stature made it impossible for her to lift the large table by herself.

Feng Yilang, in a moment of urgency, forced a smile and said

It turns out that the bamboo curtain in the afternoon was not an accident

"Miss, what are you doing?" he exclaimed in shock

Yes. He hurriedly followed behind her, not daring to step ahead.

Yes

Where do you study

He quickly released his grip, annoyed at his own lapse in behavior. "Miss, I did not mean to offend you."

"What offense?" She scratched her head and said with a silly smile, "Only Fengchun dares to hug me in the mansion. Second brother, I apologize for the winter, you are holding my hand, yet I cannot touch you.

Feng Chun smiled and said: "That is none of your concern. The young lady is always impulsive in her actions. This afternoon, I will send someone to move the table back and replace it with another one"

He was dumbfounded

... ... is eleven years old

You are finished. A cold voice echoed from the corner

He is smart enough; he should agree immediately

I remember you have an elder brother, as well as younger siblings, don't you? she asked

He was taken aback and stopped in his tracks

After three years, do you still wish to continue

He was overwhelmed with joy upon hearing this, feeling an indescribable excitement

Ruan Dong nodded slightly, glanced at Feng Yilang, and then called out without any reservations:

You are a very intelligent child, it would be a pity not to cultivate you. Right now, you are just a servant. Even if you read many books, your status will still be lower than others. Do you want to become my adopted son?

The second younger brother silently looked at the wooden table where the five horses were already dismembered, and bitterly smiled: "I watched from the bed."

Ruan Dong thought for a moment and asked softly:

Today, the story of my second younger brother has not yet been finished, so I came here specifically to listen. Her little face was still full of excitement, her small eyes shining brightly, full of radiance.

Why can't the household servant read? She looked puzzled again. If you like reading, then you must read. Second brother is more suitable for studying than me. Maybe he will go to the capital for the imperial examination in the future, seeking benefits for the people, just like my eldest brother.

Thinking of something, she asked again:

The sky is dark, with the incessant chirping of insects and croaking of frogs in the ears.

Miss, you are of noble birth, how can you touch someone like me, a lowly servant?

She smiled awkwardly, although she doubted she would fall asleep halfway, she still had to force herself to stay alert for Feng Chun.

Is she his younger sister?

She shook her head, quickly stood up, ran to the altar and took the wooden fish, then returned to his side and knelt down.

I have no intention of getting married, nor do I need you to support me in my old age. I am simply an adopted daughter. In the future, if you have the ability, you can also take the position of the general manager of the internal and external affairs of the Ruan Mansion. She paused and looked meaningful, "Perhaps, in the end, you will choose other paths that you have never thought of."

She is a fool, she believes everything you say, don't deceive her. With that, she left without looking back.

She counted on her fingers and said, "We still need five years of experience... No wonder Fengchun and Eldest Brother understand this principle, but Huaining and I don't."

Upon hearing this, she shook her head and pondered for a while, causing her thoughts to become tangled in her mind. She caught sight of Huaining winking at her, instantly recalling Huaining's concise and powerful method.

How can he survive in the Ruan Mansion without appeasing her?

Mr. Feng, the manager, knows that Miss is so dedicated to learning, he must be pleased.

Even a fool can see that there is one table missing here," Huaining said coldly.

She turned around and said to Huaining:

The younger brother drowsily opened his eyes and saw a cute little girl climbing onto his bed.

This is a great opportunity! He can go from being a household servant to becoming a son of Fengchun, and he can read as many books as he wants in the future! Even if he wants to read, the young lady will help him find them!

He immediately sat up and whispered:

I, I am just a household servant... Can I also read?

Fengchun Road

Ruan Dong, also known as Zhang Dazui, clearly did not expect that tonight's secret would be ruined due to the lack of a table.

Not to deceive her, should I be honest and say that her strength is really scary? Ask her to learn to control her strength before approaching him... If he tells the truth, this lady will definitely be very sad, so sometimes a well-intentioned lie is necessary.

He was taken aback and replied, "I dare not preach. As long as the young lady is not tired, I will definitely speak the truth."

He felt nervous and turned around to look at the luxurious table.

Miss, be careful--" Before the words were finished, the heavy desktop was split in half by her.

Why should I be afraid? He mustered up the courage and laughed. He didn't dare to offend the young lady from the Ruan family.

He understands very well that this is how things are in wealthy households. Even though it's not his fault, when the young lady makes a mistake, Feng Chun cannot punish her and can only punish him, who has a lower status.

I am willing! I am willing! Who knows if Fengchun will change his mind in the next moment? Since it is possible to live a better life, why would he refuse?

She looked down at her small hand that was tightly clenched.

``This...'' He didn't know how to explain. In this young lady's mind, it seems that there is no distinction between status and hierarchy, only the concept of right and wrong. Who on earth taught her this? "I think... for example, if a servant says the young lady is wrong, of course the young lady will be upset, just like the reason your master is angry."

Why

Second brother, no, congratulations to eldest brother Ichiro on your happy occasion of taking Feng Chun as your wife. Last time I called Feng Chun "niang" (mother), she even hit me. Upon finishing his words, he happily wanted to go forward and hug him.

The young lady's strength is truly formidable; with just a small fist, she managed to shatter the heavy bamboo curtain into pieces, causing the master craftsman to faint on the spot

He closed his eyes and recited silently. Something seemed to be shaking beside him, but he was not afraid, probably just the wind. Therefore, when he opened his eyes, he was surprised to see a young lady with two cute braids kneeling beside him.

Second brother, to be honest, Fengchun wants me to study because of my...'' She lightly tapped, and the wooden fish instantly shattered into several pieces. She made a funny face and whispered, "As strong as an ox."

She shook her head and sighed like a little adult, then jumped down from the chair and walked to the bedside

So, do you want to stay in the mansion forever?" she asked tentatively.

He excitedly held her small hand and said

Anyway, we're leaving tomorrow. I don't need the table in my room, so come back with me and help me move it!

Miss, you will have a study companion in the future.She smiled and picked up the small body. "You always like to imitate the tone of Lord Woqiu, which is not good. Don't call Yilang brother anymore. Can you call him Yilang brother from now on?"

You are the master, I am the servant. It is only right and proper for me to suffer punishment for you, and it is out of the question for you to kneel for me.

"...Miss, now you have started to understand how to control your strength, which is a good thing." He swallowed his saliva and secretly paid attention to her movements, lest she suddenly rush forward to hug him.

Upon hearing these words, the second brother's facial expression slightly changed. "He, he is not deceiving anyone, just..." As a household servant, isn't it natural to please the young lady?

Are you talking about the story of Lv Buwei? Didn't we agree to discuss the allusion of "opportunity knocks" tomorrow?

Fengchun invited the master to come to the mansion, in order to cultivate oneself and nurture one's character during the winter. Today, she is very angry, and I don't understand why she is angry. But I think she is not angry with the master, but with me. Second brother, please help me and teach me a little. After I understand, I will go and talk to Fengchun. She will definitely be happy.

Feng Chun doesn't know. I have already told her that if I am wrong, I should be punished, why should you be punished? Feng Chun said that in the future, whenever I make a mistake, you will be punished because I am not afraid of punishment.

She clapped again, which immediately startled the second brother into raising his spirits to prevent her from throwing out inexplicable questions again.

She chuckled softly and said,

Wait, Miss...

She made a serious "oh" sound and said, "So one has to be as old as my second brother to understand the reason behind it. Second brother, may I ask how old you are this year?"

Second brother, last time you saw my strength at the ancestral hall. Don't you think my strength is very, very strong?

Four months later

He could only stare at her.

She continued speaking:

"Idiot," Huaining said expressionlessly.

Obviously, this issue of right and wrong has caused her distress.

Feng Chun turned around and gave him a gentle look, saying, "When do you plan to return home in glory?"

This young lady really loves to ask "why". He forced a smile.

Ruan Dong looked at him confusedly, with a hint of injury on her small face.

Ruan Dong was startled and quickly counted Huaining's age. "So in two more winters and summers, I will understand," she breathed a sigh of relief. "That's not too long, otherwise Donggu's head would be spinning."

"Second brother, you are being punished, so of course I cannot sleep soundly. Therefore, I am here to accompany you. Also, I brought Huaining with me. It's also his fault for sleeping in class, so he should be punished too."

As soon as he stepped out of the threshold, Huaining suddenly turned around, stared at him coldly for a moment, and then said:

He turned around instinctively and was horrified to find Huaining kneeling on his left side. When did Miss's younger martial brother appear? Why didn't he notice?

Miss is a precious body. Although Ichiro is the adopted son of Mr. Feng, it is always inappropriate for Miss to hold me." The voice trembled slightly. Oh my God... Could it be that he intentionally gave him a beautiful dream and then shattered it mercilessly?

She said seriously:

He still had a foolish look in his eyes, staring at her blankly.

"It's nothing," Feng Chun smiled, "Miss will be going out later. Before she leaves, I would like to talk to you."

"I hate secrets," she muttered, then laughed and patted her chest. "I've told Fengchun that after I leave, the master will still teach you how to read, and then you'll have lots and lots of stories to tell me." She enjoyed listening to the stories told by this white-haired brother, which were more interesting and easier to remember than the profound teachings of the master.

Second brother! Second brother!

This young lady is truly enthusiastic about sending him to Beijing to take the exam. Second brother finds it a bit funny and a bit touching. He really never thought that one day he would be able to study as well.

This secret makes her endure so much.

Miss, thank you!

Miss, you will understand when you grow up.

She opened her mouth to speak, then stopped herself, her small face swelling up. "I promised Fengchun not to say anything. Fengchun said it's a secret."

Early in the morning, he got up and prepared to wash his face before going to work.

He was dumbfounded.

Fengchun timely resolved the awkward atmosphere in the hall and spoke up:

"Second brother, long time no see, I have come to punish you to kneel." She said softly, her little face hanging low.

With a single palm strike, she said:

Originally, he lived with the servants in the same room. However, since he became a tutor, he had to concentrate on other work in the afternoon and evening. Often, when he returned to his room to sleep, he would disturb others. Fengchun made an exception and allocated a small, dilapidated room for him to live in, although it was still habitable.

"From today onwards, your surname will be Feng, and you shall be called Yilang," Fengchun said with a smile.

To be honest with you, I did not exert all my efforts. In the past, I tried my best to push a big tree, but it was unexpectedly uprooted. Then I shrugged my shoulders and said, "You see, I dare not touch my second brother, for fear of accidentally tearing you apart."

No, it's not a problem. Just say that I broke it. Miss, don't worry.

As soon as the door opened, Fengchun was already waiting for him.

Where are you going, Miss? Why will you be gone for half a year?

"No, thank you for your kindness, Second Brother. Lying is wrong, and I will take the blame." She hung her head dejectedly, scanning the shabby little room. "Second Brother, Fengchun said you sometimes read at midnight, is that true?"

She happily grinned, her small eyes shining brightly.

She was taken aback and blurted out, "Why should I be unhappy?"

He doesn't care. In the past, he has experienced hunger and almost ended up begging on the streets. It was all thanks to Feng Chun's kindness that he was brought back to the Ruan Mansion. Now, even if he has to kneel in the ancestral hall for a whole night, he will definitely be able to endure it.

In an instant, there was complete silence.

He also stood there stunned.

Yes.

He is now willing to kneel for ten days or half a month, just hoping that the heavens will not take away this tiny bit of blessing! Please!

She frowned. "Second brother, don't underestimate my strength, otherwise you will suffer sooner or later - this is what our father said." She got off the bed, looked around, made sure Fengchun wouldn't suddenly appear without anyone noticing, and then continued, "Second brother, only you and I know about tonight's matter." She climbed onto a chair and forcefully struck the table.

In the past, his younger sister was not as close to him. She was about the same age as Miss Ruan, but he was extremely afraid of her paleness and white hair... Suddenly, he widened his eyes and saw Miss Ruan kneeling by the bedside.

Feng Yilang regained consciousness and exclaimed in surprise, taking several steps back in a panic. Her strength was frightening!

"Second brother, you are knowledgeable and well-informed. The master only explained it today, and you can immediately understand the reasoning. Donggu admires you. Would second brother be willing to take this opportunity to teach Donggu a little more?"

It's alright, just a wooden fish. Even if a child has great strength, it is impossible for them to go to extremes.

Let's find something to distract ourselves. He began to silently recite everything his teacher had taught him, without missing a single word, while also thinking about what had happened in the study that morning.

Foreigner? Does that mean Miss has kept her departure from home a secret, and that he has already been regarded as a confidant by Fengchun? He always feels that Fengchun's attitude towards Miss is full of peculiarity. She urges her to study rigorously, but also pities her for studying. Miss is not reading anything frivolous, but rather practical knowledge.