The Female Assistant of Wei Yuyan Shuangfei

In the courtyard, Dong Pingchang listened carefully to Xie Shuting's description of the production of rock tea, even describing many details clearly.

Xie Tingwen, who had originally had no interest, was now attracted and couldn't stop. Xie Tingwen was becoming more and more unable to understand his daughter.

If Xie Shuting hadn't grown up with him, Xie Tingwen wouldn't have believed that this was his own child. His thoughts would inadvertently turn to that unruly son.

"Bang!~"

Xie Tingwen suddenly slammed the table, which really scared the obsessed Dong Pingchang. There was a hint of confusion in his eyes, and he focused his attention on Xie Tingwen.

"Brother Yuan Ting! What are you doing..."

Xie Tingwen shook his hands awkwardly, put the cup gently away, and said with a hint of apology: "Brother Naijian! Sorry, I just thought of something."

Upon hearing this, Xie Shuting covered her mouth and laughed. She knew without much thought why her father was so angry, and she felt quite helpless at this moment.

Immediately! She pursed her lips and changed the subject: "Mr. Dong! Now that you have been awarded the title of scholar, could you please improvise a poem?"

"This!~"

Dong Pingchang was a little embarrassed, and then looked at Xie Tingwen and said, "Brother Yuanting is here, so it's not right for me to show off my skills in front of an expert. Miss Xie, please don't make fun of me."

"My father said that you are a talented person. Are you afraid of being stumped by a poem?"

Dong Pingchang was suddenly startled. At this moment, he finally understood what Xie Shuting meant. It was obvious that she wanted to test his knowledge and see if he could bear the title of "teacher" in the private school.

With Dong Pingchang's talent, it was no problem for him to write a poem. He thought for a while and then began to chant: "The rhythm of tea is like life, bitterness and sweetness are all in the heart. Ups and downs are like the world, taste and understand the universe."

Xie Shuting smiled and nodded, with a hint of appreciation flashing in her eyes. Xie Tingwen remained silent, as if thinking about something.

At this time, Dong Pingchang noticed Xie Tingwen's expression. He couldn't help feeling a little uneasy, secretly wondering whether Xie Tingwen was satisfied with his poem.

Just as he was secretly suspicious, Xie Tingwen broke the silence and said slowly: "Brother Naijian's poem is a bit straightforward, but it is still a good work. However..."

"Oh! Father, do you want to write one too?"

Xie Shuting suddenly interrupted Xie Tingwen's words, which made Dong Pingchang, who was originally seeking advice humbly, stunned for a moment.

Xie Tingwen frowned and looked at Xie Shuting with some displeasure. After seeing the hint of restraint in her eyes, Xie Tingwen suddenly came back to his senses.

"Brother Naijian! I didn't understand what my daughter meant just now. Since Brother Naijian has already composed a poem, how about I, Yuan Ting, write one to match it?"

"I am waiting for Brother Yuanting's masterpiece." Dong Pingchang patted his hands and bowed.

Xie Shuting breathed a sigh of relief. She just wanted to see Dong Pingchang's talent, but her father had no idea how to deal with interpersonal relationships.

This was also the reason why her grandfather arranged for her to accompany him to take office on this trip. Her father was stubborn. If she had not been the queen in her previous life, he would have been stabbed countless times because of his stubborn character.

Xie Tingwen also realized that he had lost his composure a little, and after pondering for a moment, he said in a deep voice: "The fragrance of the roasted jade buds is clear, and the amber light is in the cup. I serve tea and wine to my guests, and I hold the cup until the sun sets."

"What a good poem! Wonderful, wonderful! Brother Yuanting is indeed very talented, worthy of being a Jinshi. I admire you very much."

Xie Shuting listened to Dong Pingchang's praise and said, "Father is right. Since we're going to drink till the sun sets, we must not go home until we are drunk with Mr. Dong today."

"Lian Xi! Tell the kitchen to prepare more wine and food for dinner." Xie Shuting ordered Lian Xi who was outside the door.

Lian Xi responded hastily upon hearing this, then quickly left the archway and walked towards the kitchen, while a new round of discussion began in the courtyard.

From the tea ceremony to the Four Books, from the Five Classics to the Six Arts, and even the "Three Tombs" and "Five Classics", Xie Shuting was able to follow up with the conversation. At this moment, Dong Pingchang was deeply impressed.

"It's a pity that Miss Xie is a girl, otherwise she would have been a great talent in the future." Dong Pingchang said with approval.

When Xie Tingwen heard his daughter being praised, he couldn't hide the smile on his face. He felt as if his daughter had grown up.

When Xie Tingwen thought of this, his face drooped again, because his father once said: "Wei Yu's marriage can only be decided by herself."

When Xie Tingwen thought of this, he was displeased again and thought of the unfilial son Xie Weiyuan, Xie Shuting's brother.

Xie Shuting noticed that Xie Tingwen's expression changed again and again. She knew why without thinking about it. She was also thinking about Xie Weiyuan.

Dong Pingchang didn't notice the emotions of the father and daughter in front of him. He took a sip of tea and said, "Miss Xie! The study has been vacated. I wonder how to arrange the private school?"

Xie Shuting suddenly came back to her senses and said with a smile, "I have asked people to prepare for the private school. It will probably open at the same time as Huichuntang. After all, my father is still in charge of the publicity."

Xie Tingwen also knew that this was related to his political achievements, so he agreed without hesitation. The three of them talked for a while, and then they heard the servants come to report that the dinner was ready.

"Mr. Dong! It's rare for my father to be so happy. Today, thank you for having a few more drinks with my father. I will take my leave first." Xie Shuting bowed and said.

"How dare I? Today's conversation with Miss Xie has benefited me a lot. Please come in, Miss Xie!" Dong Pingchang extended his hand and saluted while speaking, then took a step back to avoid suspicion.

Xie Tingwen nodded without saying anything. After watching Xie Shuting leave, he led Dong Pingchang to the side hall. The two of them talked and laughed like old friends who met after a long separation.

Xie Shuting returned to the backyard, had a simple dinner and then went back to the study. Looking at the painting of a beautiful woman on the altar, a tear inadvertently appeared in the corner of her eye.

"Mother! Your death anniversary is in a month, and I don't know if my brother can make it back in time." Xie Shuting put her palms together, leaned forward, and inserted the sandalwood in her hand into the incense burner.

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In the upper reaches of the Qi River, on a tall ship, one can hear the sounds of stringed instruments and wind instruments rising one after another, and laughter accompanied by endless obscene words and rhetoric. It can be said to be the ultimate in luxury.

"Ningzhi! The relationship between a man and a woman is simple. Can't the girl on this red boat satisfy your needs, Xie Ningzhi?"

As a man was talking, he pushed a singer into Xie Ningzhi's arms. The young men on the red boat burst into laughter when they heard the woman's trembling voice.

Xie Ningzhi looked a little ugly. He pushed the woman in his arms out, stood up, patted his clothes, and walked quickly to the deck.

The maid hurried out and shouted worriedly, "Master!"

Xie Ningzhi calmed down and calmed down his restlessness. He said thoughtfully, "Lianqiao! My mother's death anniversary is in another month. How long will it take for me to get to Laigu County?"

"According to the itinerary, we will arrive in Gu County in another half month. If we are delayed on the road, it may not be possible." Lian Qiao said softly.