Chapter 8, Purity is the True Path

Bang! The old man fiercely struck the armrest of the pear wood armchair and sternly said again: "Chen Liang, look at what you have become!"

Illusion, this must be an illusion, a child as small as a fart, what can they understand? It may just be thoughtless words after all

The most important thing is

Ye Chenliang was astonished. Why was the old man treating him this way today? He had just been beaten, and he felt more wronged than Dou E. Unwilling to concede defeat, he continued, "But..."

Ye Chunqiu came to his senses and promptly said with great courtesy: "What instructions does my esteemed grandfather have?"

Old Master frowned and said, "Zhou, do you usually lack knowledge and skills? You must understand that the Ye family has very strict family teachings and will never indulge their children in mischief"

Ye Chunqiu, however, displayed a very sincere demeanor as he said: "Yes, my grandson has just returned and does not fully understand some of the customs. Master Zhou has been very kind to my grandson, often inquiring about his well-being and taking great care of him. My grandson will certainly adhere to Master Zhou's teachings in the future"

Ye Chenliang trembled in fear, feeling both wronged and aggrieved, but facing Ye Song's murderous gaze rendered him unable to speak further

He suddenly rose, carrying a certain coldness that was somewhat unapproachable

For no apparent reason, he got involved with his sister-in-law, and it even involved discussing a mole on her body. The old patriarch values the family's reputation more than his own life. Ye Chenliang continued to entangle himself, and the position of the second branch in the old patriarch's heart...

Master Zhou felt that something was amiss; he knew that this might leave a bad impression of him as two-faced in the old man's heart, presenting one persona in public and another in private. He had a sense that this Ye Chunqiu was almost like a demon, as if every word he spoke carried a blend of softness and strength, possessing considerable impact

In the past, even if it was merely a small tantrum, his beloved grandfather would comfort him with a few words. Now, as he cries with tears streaming down his face, he is convinced that his grandfather will surely stand up for him

Ye Chunqiu felt a chill in his heart as he was glared at by Ye Song with a look of resentment, realizing that this second uncle... it seemed he would not let this matter rest easily

Ye Chunqiu shook his head in his heart. Just now, when this guy was scheming against me, he was quite clever. Why is he so foolish today? Could it be that he was stunned by Ye Jun's talent?

The old gentleman could not help but glance at Master Zhou beside him

In this era of strict moral codes, there are certain things that should never be spoken carelessly about women. Of course, Ye Chunqiu can speak freely; after all, he is still young.

Grandfather... suddenly noticed something unusual in the old man's expression. How could Ye Chenliang let this go? He couldn't fathom the old man's thoughts, but he had never endured such humiliation in his life. That scoundrel Ye Jun Cai actually dared to hit him, and then there was the disgraceful Ye Chunqiu...

How could Ye Song not understand the attitude of the old man sitting beside him

Master Zhou hurriedly said: "Chunqiu, you have just started your studies and are unwilling to put in the effort. The county examination is approaching, so I naturally must urge you more rigorously. Tell me, you are always drowsy during class, and after class, you run off quickly with your book bag. Is this the way to study? I serve the state with loyalty, and since I have received the heavy trust of Old Master Ye, I must be stricter."

This trump card, in Ye Chen's heart, is still considered very effective. You all can decide for yourselves. Ye Chunqiu has ruined my future. I am your legitimate grandson; do you really not care about your own grandson's future?

He immediately burst into tears, his face streaming with tears as he said: "Grandfather, the talented one has beaten me so badly, look, my nose bridge is about to break..."

A sudden wave of coughing arose in the hall

Ye Song said sternly: "You worthless thing, I told you to stop idling around all day. Do you not know that the county examination is approaching? If you dare to cause any more trouble, get back!"

Ye Chunqiu felt embarrassed, as it seemed that the old gentleman wanted to reprimand himself. Surely, this Zhou Fuzhong must have spoken ill of him in front of the old master quite often.

As events reached this point, Ye Song could no longer afford to trouble Ye Chunqiu, and merely shot a resentful glare at Ye Chunqiu before hastily leaving with Ye Chenliang.

He was greatly alarmed; such matters should not be inquired about any further. Who knows what else Ye Chunqiu might say? Ye Chunqiu is young and does not understand the gravity of the situation. As for asking Ye Jun Cai to inquire privately, that is even less acceptable. If he were to ask Jun Cai why he hit Chen Liang, Jun Cai might reveal matters concerning his mother, and would he not then be prying into the secrets of the third daughter-in-law?

Master Zhou is an outsider; if he were to spread even a hint of gossip, the Ye family would become a laughingstock

This fellow... really. ... If this matter is pursued further, will the Ye family still have the face to be human? For the first time, he felt that his grandson was very inconsiderate, and he did not want Ye Chenliang to continue making a fuss, so he further lengthened his face.

The old man’s face darkened; Ye Jun Cai would not dare to strike Ye Chen Liang without reason. Since Ye Chun Qiu mentioned that Ye Jun Cai's mother has a mole, could it be ...? ... Does this involve the privacy of the third daughter-in-law?

The attitude of admitting mistakes is commendable

The blows are quite heavy, yet they sound very crisp

Ye Song knew he could no longer hesitate, so he stepped forward quickly and raised his hand to deliver a hard slap to Ye Chenliang's face

In the workplace of later generations, a person like Master Zhou is essentially a petty individual, merely seeking to please his second uncle by belittling himself.

Neither can Ye Chunqiu be allowed to continue speaking, nor can Ye Jun Cai be questioned

Master Zhou was momentarily taken aback, sensing a subtle difference

However, Old Master Ye looked at this grandson. Although he did not particularly like him, he did not make any major mistakes. The most important thing is that Ye Chunqiu praised Master Zhou to the skies. In Ye Chunqiu's mind, is Master Zhou really that good to him? ... Since he is so good in front of Ye Chunqiu, why is it different when he is in front of me

In the end, Old Master Ye still cared for this grandson, feeling somewhat reluctant, he said: "Song'er, the child does not understand, so do not make things difficult for him."

This is an extremely undignified matter for the head of a family that has passed down poetry and literature through generations. If even a hint of it were to leak out, there would be people gossiping, and who knows what rumors might arise.

Ye Chenliang let out a cry of anguish, then covered his face and immediately began to weep profusely

With a mind in disarray, at that moment, the old gentleman suddenly said: "Spring and Autumn"

Master Zhou fell silent for a moment before saying: "Ye Gong, I have some words that I must express, for I cannot hold them back any longer. Ye Chunqiu's scholarship is simply a complete mess. For this county examination, I believe it is unnecessary for him to attend."

Ye Chunqiu could not be bothered to argue with him; he simply replied in the affirmative and took his leave.

The crowd in the hall gradually dispersed, leaving only Old Master Ye and Master Zhou.

The old man's expression grew even more somber, and his body began to tremble slightly

The old man's already gloomy face darkened even further, a flicker of anger passing through his eyes. The more Ye Chenliang spoke, the more likely he was to provoke a joke that would bring shame to the Ye family. He said sternly, "Chenliang, you should stop talking."

Every word struck deep, Ye Chenliang was stunned, what on earth is going on, this is not right, he looked up at Old Lady Ye, then at his father, Ye Song's face was clearly grim, he gave him a glance. Ye Chenliang hesitated for a moment, after all, he was the legitimate grandson, having been beaten up, his heart felt utterly cold, gritting his teeth he looked at the old lady and said: "Grandfather... I... the county examination is approaching, I have been beaten like this by Ye Chunqiu and Ye Jun Cai, I... I... I won't be able to take the exam..." Ye Chenliang hesitated for a moment, after all, he was the legitimate grandson, having been beaten up, his heart felt utterly cold, gritting his teeth he looked at the old lady and said: "Grandfather... I... the county examination is approaching, I have been beaten like this by Ye Chunqiu and Ye Jun Cai, I... I... I won't be able to take the exam..."

In recent days, Master Zhou has been coming in a fit of anger each time to accuse Ye Chunqiu of being so mischievous and disrespectful to his elders that Old Master Ye's ears have become calloused.

However, speaking of which, Uncle Er's decisiveness and his ability to read the expressions of Grandfather are indeed admirable

Bang

This matter ends here, otherwise ... ...