The scumbag wanted to wipe out the whole family, but rebirth ruined him!

Zhao Huayin carefully took the notebook handed over by Yan Zhao. Yucheng carved embroidery was almost lost, and it was unknown how much effort Yan Zhao had put in to get this notebook.

Handing the notes to Liuyun behind him, Zhao Huayin took the brocade box that Dianxue had been holding in her hand and handed it to Yan Zhao.

"Huayin has also prepared a small gift for you, brother. I hope you won't despise it."

There are many copybooks of calligraphy in this box.

In his previous life, because Zhou Pei liked calligraphy, Zhao Huayin went around looking for various rare copies and collections of famous calligraphers for him.

The calligraphy copies that Zhao Huayin had spent so much effort to find were often given away by Zhou Pei to other colleagues as favors. Once Zhao Huayin brought it up, Zhou Pei accused him of being too stingy.

In this life, these calligraphy works should be given to people who know how to cherish them.

"Brother, open it and take a look."

Zhao Huayin looked at Yan Zhao with a smile.

Yan Zhao did not hesitate to open the box and immediately saw the unique copy of calligraphy on the surface.

"This is Mr. Huo's only copy!"

Yan Zhao was delighted.

Who among the educated people would not love Mr. Huo’s calligraphy?

Zhao Huayin knew that with Yan Zhao's aptitude, if he could concentrate on his studies, he would definitely be a talent for managing the country.

In his previous life, due to his family's financial situation, he gave up literature and went into business. In this life, because of his own intervention, Yan Zhao gave up literature and went into business even earlier.

From their interactions in this life, Zhao Huayin increasingly felt that Yan Zhao was a man of noble character. Once the mine matter was settled, if Yan Zhao still wanted to continue his scientific research, Zhao Huayin would definitely support him.

"As long as you like it, brother."

Yan Zhao put the calligraphy back into the box.

"I like it, of course I like it, Huayin, thank you for your concern."

Seeing the two of them exchanging gifts, Minister Zhao stroked his beard with satisfaction and smiled at Shen Bi.

"You brothers and sisters must support each other and get along well in the future. Your stepmother and I have also prepared something for you."

The old nanny behind Shen Bi walked up to Yan Zhao holding a tray, on which was a very delicate jade pendant.

"This……"

Yan Zhao remembered that Zhao Huayin had a jade pendant with a similar pattern on her body.

"This is from my dowry box. When I got married, your grandmother prepared five jade pendants for me. Unfortunately, mother only has Huayin as her daughter. Now with you, she has both a son and a daughter."

Shen Bi smiled gently.

Yan Zhao was flattered and knelt down to pay his respects.

"Thank you, my foster father and foster mother!"

"Good boy, get up."

Shen Bi smiled and walked forward to help Yan Zhao up.

"We should have brought your mother here today. I heard from Yinyin that your mother is not feeling well. I have an old mountain ginseng here. You can take it back when you leave later."

"Thank you, stepmother! My mother is in much better shape now. She said she will come to visit my stepfather and stepmother in a few days."

"Okay. Then let's have a quick meal together."

The nanny beside Shen Bi had already prepared meals with the maids and servants.

During the banquet, Yan Zhao stood up again to toast Minister Zhao and Shen Bi. Shen Bi had always felt that he had few children, and now the more he looked at Yan Zhao, the more he liked him.

"In a few days, the wife of Duke Yu will hold a banquet. You two should come with me. It's a good opportunity for us to go and meet some people."

Shen Bi spoke to the two of them gently.

Zhao Huayin naturally understood Shen Bi's intention.

The wife of Duke Yu was well-known in the capital for her uprightness. She had never liked the intrigues in the harem. If anyone spread rumors or caused trouble at her banquet, they would not end up well.

I'm afraid that Mrs. Lin and her friends have spread the rumor that Zhao Huayin and Yan Zhao are having an affair through various gatherings in the past few days.

If Shen Bi openly brought the two of them to the banquet and clarified their relationship to the public, he would naturally be able to silence the gossips.

This is one reason. Another reason is that Shen Bi really likes Yan Zhao. By publicizing his identity as the adopted son of the Zhao family, she can at least mention his identity and prevent people from looking down on him.

Yan Zhao responded very respectfully: "I will follow my stepmother's arrangements."

"I'll have someone make you a few more sets of clothes later. In addition to the ones for the banquet, I'll also have a few more sets for everyday wear."

"Mother, my brother runs his own embroidery shop, so how can he be short of clothes?"

Zhao Huayin joked on the side.

"No matter how good the clothes in the embroidery shop are, they are not as good as the love my stepmother has for Yan Zhao. Huayin, don't talk nonsense."

Yan Zhao tried to smooth things over, and Zhao Huayin pretended to lean on Minister Zhao's shoulder and said with a smile,

"Daddy, Mom loves my brother more now, so Daddy should love me more!"

Minister Zhao had lost his previous seriousness and laughed at Zhao Huayin for being unruly.

Zhao Huayin sent Yan Zhao to the gate of Zhao's mansion and deliberately ignored the servant who was sneaking around in the alley outside the gate.

I guess after today, Zhao Huaqin will be more certain that Zhao Huayin and Yan Zhao are indeed very close.

Turning his gaze away from the street, Zhao Huayin smiled bitterly and said,

"I feel guilty for letting my brother face such things by my side. It's a relief that my brother doesn't despise me."

"Huayin, I don't like what you said. Since we are already brother and sister, what's the point of talking about getting involved? If you are talking about getting involved, if I wasn't by your side, where would the rumors come from?"

Yan Zhao pretended to be angry.

Zhao Huayin smiled, knowing that Yan Zhao was sincere, and did not want to argue with him, so she just told him,

"Someone has already taken over Ji Yunshan's affairs. Brother, just stay in the capital for a while longer, spend more time with aunt, and give me more time to handle things here, so as not to damage your reputation."

"My reputation doesn't matter. Your reputation as a girl is precious. You must not let go of the villain who spreads rumors behind your back. If there is anything you need me to do, just tell me."

"Huayin thanks you, brother first."

Zhao Huayin bowed to Yan Zhao, and Yan Zhao got into the car and left.

"Girl, do you want to catch that guy back?"

Qingshuang saw that Zhao Huayin was still looking in the direction where the person she had just peeked at left, and asked.

Zhao Huayin shook her head: "No need."

Let that person take the message back. If Zhao Huaqin wants to do something, she should have the confidence to act.