Drive a RV and go farming in ancient times.

"Dad, what's wrong?"

Seeing his father holding a pen, staring at the words on the writing cloth which went from clear to blurry and then disappeared, still silent, as if he had a lot on his mind, Sun Yu couldn't help but speak out with concern.

Minister Sun finally came back to his senses and glanced at him. The emotions in his eyes were quite complicated, with a bit of envy. "Fools have good fortunes, God loves simple people, the ancients were not deceiving me!"

Sun Yu was confused. "What do you mean?"

Minister Sun was too lazy to explain any more, so he lowered his head again and started writing on the water writing cloth, trying all kinds of brushes and fonts.

It was Third Master Sun who explained in a low voice, "Second brother, father said that you are lucky to have a good disciple."

Sun Yu was not stupid. He came to his senses with a gleam in his eyes. "Dad, does the appearance of this water writing cloth have a special significance?"

Minister Sun said "hmm" and sighed sincerely, "From now on, poor students all over the world will remember his kindness, and those ordinary people will also appreciate his kindness. With this water writing cloth, they have reduced so much burden and pressure. The whole family no longer has to save money to support their children's education..."

Sun Yu became more excited as he listened, "What about Huai Yi's contribution?"

Minister Sun nodded, "You have made a great contribution."

Sun Yu clapped his hands and smiled, "That's great. With such a good reputation, Huaiyi will have nothing to worry about in the future."

Third Master Sun also echoed a few words, "The guests at the lunch table were full of praise for Huaiyi. From now on, Huaiyi will be considered a well-known figure in this literary circle, and no one dares to underestimate him."

If you underestimate him, you will become the enemy of all the poor students. Who can bear such a bad reputation?

Minister Sun reminded meaningfully, "Xu Huaiyi's reputation was already very good before, and it is even better now. It will only get better in the future, but as the water overflows, so it's better not to be too good at it."

If it's too good, people will not tolerate it. Their Sun family can't protect everything. Their reputation is too good. If it becomes too high and threatens the master, what will be the end? People who are familiar with history books know it clearly.

Sun Yu understood what was going on. His expression froze, but he subconsciously explained, "Huai Yi actually doesn't care much about fame and fortune. He has never taken the initiative to cultivate his reputation. In fact, many times he has repeatedly declined the credit and limelight that should have belonged to him and gave them to others. However, he is too outstanding. No matter how low-key he is, he can't hide his brilliance..."

Minister Sun said, "You understand him, and I understand that, but others don't care about that. They only see Huai Yi's brilliance, which makes them look dim and pale. They are not saints. After so many times, who wouldn't be jealous?"

Jealousy will lead to trouble and then harm.

Sun Yu frowned, "We can't always suppress him and keep him from making a move. Before, our family already..."

During the disaster relief last winter, Xu Huaiyi gave all his ideas to the Sun family, which greatly benefited the Sun family.

Sun Yu didn't have the face to take advantage of his apprentice again and again.

Minister Sun snorted in annoyance, "Who do you think I am?"

Sun Yu hurriedly smiled ingratiatingly, "Son, I don't mean anything else. I just think that Huaiyi is not a high-profile person. Besides, what he did was for the country and the people. He didn't do it to achieve his own ambitions. It's purely because he is too kind and righteous that he does it. Fame is just a by-product. But he usually doesn't try to steal the limelight. My son is in the academy, and he knows it best. If someone else had his achievements, they would have been arrogant long ago. He is still the same as when he first entered school. He is so calm that he doesn't look like he is in his twenties..."

Minister Sun said, "Of course I trust him, but the tree that stands out in the forest will be destroyed by the wind. His fame is so rapid. Before, he was only in the martial arts academy and in the capital, but this time, I'm afraid he will be famous all over the world. Do you think such a name will not bother others?"

"He is just a commoner..."

"But he will eventually become an official. By then, his achievements and reputation will be the greatest help to him, but to others, it will be a threat. Don't you understand the rules of the officialdom?"

Sun Yu had nothing to say.

Master Sun San said with a look of pity, "Huai Yi is too wronged. He has the ability but he has to hide it..."

Minister Sun corrected, "Don't expose too much too quickly."

Uncle Sun Sanye said "Oh" as he was taught, but he still felt sorry for Xu Huaiyi in his heart. One should become famous as early as possible. It would be so unpleasant to be squeezed out little by little!

Sun Yu sighed helplessly, "Tell my son later to keep a low profile and put any ideas aside for now."

Minister Sun said “hmm”.

Then Sun Yu sighed again, "Before Huaiyi opened a charity hall, he didn't want to publicize it, and had to do it secretly, as if he was not allowed to see anyone. His son even complained that he was stupid for spending so much money but going out at night in fine clothes. If it were someone else, even if they were just giving out porridge, they would have to set up a big show at the city gate, for fear that others would not see them and would not know that they were kind-hearted. In comparison, Huaiyi was so honest that even I, his master, couldn't bear to criticize him..."

Upon hearing this, Minister Sun snorted at his son, "This shows that Huaiyi is more clear-headed than you."

"But what's the point of traveling at night in brocade clothes? At the beginning of the year, the eldest prince was responsible for the expansion of the Charity Bureau. The eldest prince's wife and Concubine Meng just took out an idle farm and recruited a few hundred people. They wanted to spread the news to the world. What about Huaiyi? Not only did he lose his farm and land, but he also had to take out a sum of money every month to support those children. From what Huaiyi said, he will continue to recruit people in the future. With so many people, the food and drink alone will not be a small amount, not to mention that Huaiyi is kind-hearted. He gave them good clothes and housing, and asked people to teach them literacy and arithmetic. Ordinary people's families, their own parents, should be like this, right?"

"You were only concerned with feeling sorry for your apprentice, but you didn't notice the eldest prince and the princess...what happened to them now?"

The eldest prince kept a low profile for more than ten years and never showed his ambition, so he could live a stable life in the royal family. He did not want to take the job in the Charity Bureau, but it was just a chance for him to take it. Others could not tolerate it, so they set a trap for him and drove him out of the capital to guard the imperial tomb.

As for the eldest prince's wife, she is almost dead. Concubine Meng is said to be in poor condition too. It is hard to imagine how hard it is for her to support the eldest prince's mansion alone.

"It seems that Huaiyi still has foresight."

"Better than you."

Sun Yu choked and smiled awkwardly.

Minister Sun stopped talking about this and concentrated on flipping through the books.

Once you see it, you can’t let it go.

Seeing this, Sun Yu became anxious. He had the least patience for reading, so how could he sit still at this moment?

Third Master Sun knew him well, so he winked at him and whispered, "Second brother definitely likes Journey to the West. Huaiyi also said that there is no one who doesn't like to listen to this book. It is very interesting."

Sun Yu had actually heard about it from his son. Upon hearing it, he was immediately interested. He took the book and read only one page. He entered into a state of ecstasy, more devoted and serious than Shangshu Sun. How could he look like he usually had a headache when reading?

Minister Sun asked about the origins of these books.

Third Master Sun repeated Xu Huaiyi's words and sighed at the end, "Gu Xiucai has traveled for ten years and has really seen a lot. He has made friends with so many talented people. It is true that reading thousands of books is better than traveling thousands of miles. If you work in isolation, you will be shallow after all."

"But how many people in this world can do this?"

Especially for children of aristocratic families like them, it's possible to travel occasionally for a year or two, but if it's ten years, haha, after you come back, will there still be a place for you in the family?

Moreover, after being away from the court for ten years, many things would fall behind and it would be difficult to integrate back in.

So the price is too high, and although everyone knows that traveling thousands of miles can broaden one's horizons, few people are willing to take the risk.

Uncle Sun San had a look of longing on his face just now, but when a basin of water was poured on him, he immediately sobered up.

Not only he was sober, but also Xu Huaiyi.

Today's bookstore is very popular and famous in the capital, and the three names of Xu Huaiyi are also known to the people. It feels like "no one cares about me after ten years of hard study, but I become famous overnight and known all over the world."

After returning home, Jiang Yong and Doctor Jiao called him over, wanting to warn him not to be blinded by the praise and confused by the fame. If a person becomes complacent, he will soon be ruined.

Who would have thought that Xu Huaiyi was sober and even humbled himself in front of them, describing today's scenery as nothing special and completely ignoring his reputation that made people salivate with envy.

In short, he just opened a unique bookstore that was widely acclaimed. As for the water writing cloth, it was just a commodity that could make him a profit. His original intention was to make money, nothing else.

After hearing this, the two looked at each other in silence for a moment.

After a long while, Jiang Yong asked, "Are you willing?"

Xu Huaiyi said carelessly, "Why should I be unwilling? I only have that little ability and awareness. I really don't have the heart to help the world and save all living beings. I admit that I am smart, but I can't bear the praise for seeking benefits for poor students all over the world. I feel ashamed to accept it."

How could Jiang Yong not understand that he was keeping a low profile to avoid risks? He was so calm and sober, which was worthy of his planning for him, so he reminded him, "Be more at ease recently, and put more of your mind and energy into studying and practicing martial arts. If I am right, your master should let you participate in the provincial examination next autumn. This year, you should concentrate on preparing for the exam."

Xu Huaiyi was stunned, "So fast?"

Jiang Yong smiled and said, "For a student like you, it is indeed incredible to take part in the martial arts exam within two years of entering school, but for you, it is more than enough."

Xu Huaiyi was not so confident. On the contrary, he felt the tension of entering the third year of high school and counting down to the college entrance examination. The pressure was coming, and this was also the advantage of Jingwu Academy. If the candidates were from other academies, they would have to start from the county level and go up one level at a time. It would take many years. However, the students of Jingwu Academy had a high starting point. As long as they could pass the internal assessment of the academy and get any recommendation from the masters and the headmaster, they could directly participate in the provincial examination. If they passed the examination, they would be considered a juren. With some connections, they could be directly appointed as officials.

Gu Huanxi was lying in the bedroom taking a rest. She had been busy outside for most of the day. Although she was not required to go out for social events, it was still very tiring. In particular, she also had to worry about the bookstore's stocking. She had to consider everything, which was very taxing.

Seeing Xu Huaiyi coming back, he casually asked, "What does Mr. Jiang want you to do?"

"It's nothing..." Xu Huaiyi sat next to her on the edge of the kang, and his hands naturally helped her to massage her calves to relax. "He was worried that I would get carried away, so he helped me to wake up."

"Have you gotten carried away, then?"

"I'm not stupid. Besides, what's this little scene? As for letting me get carried away? That's too unsophisticated..."

His tone was exaggerated, which made Gu Huanxi laugh. Seeing that his eyes were clear and upright, just like before, she felt relieved. "Mr. Jiang's worry is not unreasonable. We'd better stay safe for the next year or so."

Xu Huaiyi nodded indifferently. He had no other plans anyway, and the big moves would have to be after the wheat harvest next year.

In the following days, the bookstore was prosperous every day, with a constant stream of people coming in with expectation and curiosity. The shopkeeper was so exhausted from talking to guests all day long that his mouth was dry.

The guys in charge of selling calligraphy practice sets are even more tired. From the time the bookstore opens to the time it closes at night, there are almost non-stop people coming to inquire about their supplies. They keep repeating, "I'm sorry, sir, today's sets are sold out. If you want to buy some, please come early tomorrow to queue up."

This calligraphy practice set quickly became popular in the capital.

Yinru Bookstore has become a unique existence. In the future, it will be a check-in spot for internet celebrities.

This kind of bustle lasted for about half a month before it finally became a little quieter and there were no longer long queues at the door.

Su Zhe finally had time to prepare the goods he wanted. At the beginning, the quantity was not large, and the caravan could not go far, so they could sell the goods along the way. As they went farther and farther, the magic of water-written cloth spread farther and farther.

What followed was the curiosity about the hidden bookstore.

However, Xu Huaiyi's name was intentionally left vague. This was the request of Xu Huaiyi and Su Zhe.

Although Su Zhe felt it was a pity, he actively cooperated.

As September approached and the weather got cooler, water writing cloth was still in short supply. Inevitably, some people started to think about it.

Xu Huaiyi has the Sun family and Jiang Yong behind him. Those people didn't dare to rob openly, but they used a lot of tricks behind the scenes. For example, the most direct one was to spend a lot of money to bribe the workshop guys and tempt them to reveal the production techniques of water writing cloth.

But threats and inducements were completely useless. It wasn't that those guys were tough, but that they really didn't know what the skills were. They were only responsible for one step.

The real core technology is only in the hands of a few people. Those people were bought by Xu Huaiyi and signed a death contract. If they betray their master, they will be killed. Therefore, they are very tight-lipped and there is no possibility of being bribed.

Besides, Xu Huaiyi also protected them very well, always keeping guard by their side to prevent anyone from taking advantage of any opportunity.

Some people also bought water writing cloth and studied it themselves, but it looked simple, but after trying a few times, they found that the things they made were not durable at all. Compared with the ones produced by Yinru Bookstore, the difference was like that between a fake and an authentic one. The difference was obvious, and they had no competitiveness at all, especially since the authentic ones were sold so cheaply, and there was not much profit to be made. So after a few failures, they gave up.

Xu Huaiyi didn't intend to keep monopolizing the market. After all, if he could figure it out, naturally others would figure it out too. What surprised him was that no one was following suit yet.

However, the water writing cloth was not successfully copied, but other businesses were taken over by others first.