Chapter 5, originally born from the same root

Ye Chunqiu stood up with the book box on his back, and behind him, Ye Chenliang looked at him with a smile on his face and said, "Chunqiu, the county examination is approaching, you must work hard."

Master Zhou, however, was unable to quell his anger; he felt distressed, as if his heart was blocked, and he constantly felt that he had lost his authority in the eyes of the students. He continued, "But where did that snoring come from just now?"

Ye Jun Cai slammed his fist down and said angrily, "What do you want to say?"

Ye Chenliang watched as Ye Chunqiu disappeared from sight, unable to restrain himself from muttering softly: "A disgrace! Like father, like son"

Only when Ye Jun Cai ran closer did Ye Chun Qiu realize that Ye Jun Cai's face was filled with anger, rolling up his wide sleeves as if he were about to hit someone

Ye Chenliang

After a day's work, Ye Chunqiu felt somewhat hungry and hurriedly wanted to return home, but at that moment, he heard a voice from behind saying: "Chunqiu, Chunqiu..."

Ye Jun Cai let out a cold laugh, looking down at Ye Chun Qiu like a small bull: "Chen Liang said it, do not deny it, I will not listen to your excuses. I do not care whether you are my elder brother or not, today I must teach you a lesson."

Finally finished school, Master Zhou repeated the matter of the county examination. In Fenghua County, Ningbo Prefecture, where the Ye family resides, there are many candidates for the student examination each year. However, not everyone can participate at will; it is necessary to gather several other students to jointly guarantee their eligibility. Additionally, a local student must provide assurance that the candidate does not impersonate someone else, does not conceal any deaths, does not use a substitute, does not adopt a false name, and guarantees that their background is clean, not the offspring of courtesans, lowly officials, or criminals, and that they themselves have not committed any offenses or engaged in disreputable conduct. This not only requires gathering several other students to jointly guarantee their eligibility, but also necessitates the assurance from a local student that the candidate does not impersonate someone else, does not conceal any deaths, does not use a substitute, does not adopt a false name, and guarantees that their background is clean, not the offspring of courtesans, lowly officials, or criminals, and that they themselves have not committed any offenses or engaged in disreputable conduct

No wonder about that

At this moment, Master Zhou truly understood

Ye Jun Cai and Ye Chun Qiu are both regarded as an unwelcome type in the eyes of Master Zhou. It is said that like attracts like, yet who would have thought that colleagues could be rivals. Ye Jun Cai has always looked down on Ye Chun Qiu, as children often do, taking advantage of the weak. Ye Chun Qiu has always suspected that perhaps he appears too kind-hearted, which is why Ye Jun Cai feels an urge to provoke him upon seeing him

Ye Jun is the second son of the third uncle. Although he is somewhat younger than Ye Chunqiu, it is uncertain whether he has taken some hormones, as he possesses a robust physique and is half a head taller than Ye Chunqiu.

Master Zhou, having lost his previous confidence, still disdainfully said: "You were just sleeping, how could you know what I, the old man, was teaching?"

Upon seeing that infuriating face, Ye Chunqiu felt a sense of unease in his heart

Ye Jun Cai was furious and shouted: "Stop right there, Ye Chun Qiu, I am asking you a question, you big-footed woman."

The second uncle of the second house, along with his son, has always looked down on me. That Ye Chenliang often mocks me with cold sarcasm in daily life, ha...

Ye Chunqiu turned around and saw that it was Ye Jun Cai from the second branch. This fellow was carrying a bamboo basket filled with ink and brushes, having just finished school, and had been following him all along.

The former candidates form a mutual guarantee to prevent cheating, where five students write a guarantee policy for each other; if one cheats, all five are held accountable.

I know everything... This sentence sounds strange, Ye Junzai said coldly: "Of course I know everything."

However, for the Ye family, these are trivial matters. Therefore, anyone who has not obtained the qualification for the Tongzi examination generally participates, regardless of their knowledge or confidence. The emphasis is on participation; if one passes, that is excellent, and if not, it can be considered as warm-up. It is a matter of closing one's eyes for the Ye family to find someone to vouch for them.

Understand? Understand what?

However, the latter has barred most individuals without connections from entry; without a scholar or a licentiate to vouch for you, you do not even qualify to participate in the examination

Ye Chunqiu looked innocently and asked, "Jun Cai, what happened?"

Ye Chunqiu glanced over and saw Ye Chenliang and several other members of the Ye family gathered at the distant rockery, watching the commotion. Ye Chenliang was fanning himself, and although his face was not clearly visible, it was certainly filled with anticipation.

His face twitched a few times, wanting to retort, but Ye Chunqiu had already dashed away with his book box, saying: "Goodbye to my cousin at the library."

Cousin Jun Cai ... ... then ... ...

Seeing Ye Jun Cai raising his fist, Ye Chun Qiu realized that he was completely unable to communicate with this talented cousin. With such intelligence, he is only fit to be used as a pawn.

Master Zhou concluded, his expression turning cold, and said: "Today we will stop here; you all must complete my assignments promptly."

The teacher is indeed the teacher. When he felt that verbal threats were insufficient to intimidate a troublesome student, he resorted to the most effective method. He swung the ruler fiercely in the air, and the sound of it slicing through the air came rushing in. Then, with practiced ease, he paused in mid-air, retracting the ruler with the demeanor of a seasoned artist of both virtue and skill. The teacher's eyelids drooped, and upon seeing the astonished faces of the students, he coldly said: "Ye Chunqiu, sit down"

It is not surprising that this person engages in some underhanded actions behind the scenes

He unexpectedly found it difficult to come up with any excuses at that moment, and could only glare fiercely at Ye Chunqiu: "Pay attention in class, and if you dare to be inattentive again, I..."

Ye Chunqiu was taken aback. Although he had long harbored this thought, he did not dare to voice it, for he was not the kind of warrior who could face life head-on. After studying for half a month in the clan school, how could Ye Chunqiu be unaware that this burly cousin of his was notorious for being a scoundrel? Relying on his strength, he was unruly, and many members of the Ye family had suffered at his hands.

Ye Chunqiu discovered that Ye Jun Cai was somewhat unreasonable. It was too late to escape, as Ye Jun Cai had already approached him, raising his fist in a show of strength: "Ye Chunqiu, don't think that just because you are my elder brother, I won't dare to hit you"

In the distance, there are faint sounds.

Ye Chunqiu said with a苦 face: "Who said this?"

This excuse even makes Ye Chunqiu admire himself greatly

Ye Jun Cai said in a harsh tone: "Are you still asking me what happened? You actually dare to spread rumors that I am the disgrace of the Ye family, saying that I am not even worthy to carry your shoes, right?"

Ye Chunqiu remained calm and composed, slowly saying: "As the student just mentioned, I happened to catch a slight cold, therefore, the Master understands."

"Do you know everything?" Ye Chunqiu suddenly displayed a look of shock.

Ye Chenliang felt as uncomfortable as if he had eaten a fly. This young master has always performed well in his studies and has been favored by both the old master and Master Zhou. As a mere child, this time he is bound to succeed in the examination. Do I still need you, a worthless person, to encourage me?

Ye Chunqiu no longer has time to scold these despicable individuals, as the impatient Ye Jun has already rolled up his sleeves, determined to spread the truth through his fists

Ah... so I snore while I sleep

How could Ye Chunqiu, who has lived two lives, be unaware that the father and son pair are eager for him and his father to never return to the Ye family? If his father does not come back, then his second uncle will be the heir of the Ye family, and Ye Chenliang will rightfully be the legitimate grandson of the main branch.

Ye Chunqiu did not want to pay him any attention and continued on his way with the book box on his back

Hee hee ... ... has arrived ... ... has arrived ... ...

Ye Chunqiu let out a long sigh of relief, seemingly finding the light brain to be quite reliable. He looked apprehensively at the ruler hovering in the air, feeling a sense of rebirth after a disaster

Ye Jun Cai was taken aback, "Hey, kid, could you be a bit more serious? I am only beating you up for the sake of dignity, but why do you look like you have something to say but are holding back?"

Ye Chunqiu calmly stated: "Master, the student is feeling a bit unwell, which is why it is inevitable that I am sitting in a less than proper manner. However, I have still listened attentively to your lecture."

Ye Chunqiu also responded with a smile: "Thank you for your concern, cousin. I will definitely work hard. You must also strive to do well and pass the county examination."

Ye Chunqiu could only patiently explain: "Due to catching a cold, one inevitably experiences nasal congestion. With the nose blocked, the airflow is obstructed, leading to heavy breathing, thus..."

What the hell ...? ... Who have I offended? I am not even familiar with you, can we not reason with each other?

Ye Chunqiu was busy putting the brush, ink, paper, and inkstone back into the writing box. At this moment, having just awakened, he appeared spirited and vigorous, brimming with energy, almost wishing he could sprout wings and fly out of the school.