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Lin Youan is not a silly little roe deer, how could he not understand the intention of Minister Chu's words?

However, he also had his own considerations. He was well aware that human hearts were unpredictable, so he didn't dare to entrust the lives and property of himself and his two children to others just because the other party was friendly.

So he nodded solemnly and practiced Tai Chi.

"Uncle, I can't make decisions on this matter. After Youan goes back and discusses the rules with mother, I will give you a reply, okay?"

Minister Chu snorted coldly, looking unsatisfied.

"Humph, what is there to discuss? Just look at how Chu Chi is obeying you now. If you say you want to stay, why would she be unwilling?"

Lin Youan frowned when he heard this and retorted.

"Your Excellency Shangshu, what you said is wrong!

My son and my mother always discuss things together, and there is no such thing as one making decisions for the other without authorization!"

No matter what the facts are, we must not lose face for our mother at this time.

"If mother wants to stay in the capital and the Chu family, I will not stop her. But if mother likes playing in the mountains and singing in the fields, then I also have no reason to force her to stay in the crowds of the city.

I was born in the countryside, and my mother rescued me when I was in dire straits. This kindness is not even a fraction of what my mother could repay.

There is no reason to be unfilial or disobedient anymore, otherwise you are no different from an animal. If I have said anything impolite, I hope the Minister will forgive me!"

The words were neither humble nor arrogant, and were powerful.

There was a hint of anger on Minister Chu's face, but there was a hint of admiration in his eyes.

This cunning little rascal is really a good candidate for a career in politics!

No wonder the third child kept emphasizing that the child was smart. It turned out that he was not just referring to his talent in studying. He was smart but not slick, worldly-wise but not clingy, which was beyond what he should be like at his age.

I didn't expect that this cheap grandson would have such a character.

If this boy can take advantage of the favorable conditions in the future, he will surely rise to the top!

It is not uncommon to find a person who is good at studying and can achieve fame. It is also not uncommon to find a person who is smart and can judge the situation.

But when a person is smart, knows how to judge the situation, is very good at studying and is sure to achieve fame, but can also stick to the bottom line, he can be said to be the family's genius!

It was not until this moment that Minister Chu truly took the boy from the Lin family seriously.

He has always cherished talents, so he was indignant for the wrongly killed case leader. And now seeing that the other party's son is so outstanding, the regret in his heart has been magnified countless times.

Like son, like father. If that young man named Lin Yuanzhou hadn't died, he would definitely be a pillar of the court of our Great Qi!

Alas, what a pity...

He already felt sorrow for the fallen pillar in his heart, so he was willing to show more respect to the person in front of him who might become a pillar of the court in the future.

"Okay, I'm not an unreasonable person. But Youan, I hope you can think carefully about what your uncle said. After all, it's good for everyone.

If you can come to the capital to study, then your uncle will personally recommend you to the Hongwen Academy. You should have heard of this place, right?"

As for the Imperial College, it was not even mentioned.

There is now a mix of good and bad people there, with children of civil and military officials, royal relatives and relatives all here. Some of the naughty and unruly ones have made such a good place for learning a mess, making it worse than the Hongwen Academy.

"Yes, I heard it from my father and the master."

Lin Youan nodded.

"They all studied at Hongwen Academy. It is said that all the Hongwen academies in Da Qi were established by Hongwen Academy. The teaching there is extremely strict and the learning atmosphere is extremely upright. It is a place that students all want to be admitted to."

Minister Chu stroked his beard again with a smile.

“Not only that, Hongwenguan is much stronger than Hongwen Academy.

There were quite a few masters there, all of whom were the most famous literary figures in the world, so it was not easy for ordinary students to squeeze in.

But it's okay, your uncle has someone inside."

The last sentence clearly sounded a bit boastful. Lin Youan didn't understand for a moment why the Shangshu suddenly changed his attitude towards him.

However, I still knew the rules and quickly thanked him.

"Thank you, Uncle!"

"They are all our own children, why should we be so polite? Let me tell you in detail..."

The old and the young both wanted to get closer to each other, so you talked and I answered, and the conversation was very lively.

It was not until the sun began to set that Minister Chu, who had tried to persuade them to stay in vain, finally arranged for his third son to send his niece and her son back to the General of Cavalry's residence.

After standing at the door and watching the carriage go away, Chu Zongyuan turned to look at his father with some confusion and asked.

"Why did you really let my cousin go? Didn't you say last night that you must let her return to the Chu family no matter what?"

Minister Chu glanced at his eldest son and snorted.

"This time, that time."

"Why?"

"The Lin family's kid is very smart and knows how to deal with people in a proper way. Based on his personality and intelligence, he won't teach your cousin bad things.

Besides, with him watching over me, I don't have to worry about your cousin causing me some trouble someday."

Chu Zongyuan was even more confused. When did his father speak so nicely and praise others so simply? Wasn't he the best at speaking in a roundabout way?

I guess no one has ever said anything so pleasant in front of His Majesty.

What does this mean? Has the old man changed his temper?

Young Master Chu had a look of confusion on his face, and his father was too lazy to say anything more. He walked back home and walked into Songhe Hall without stopping.

The old lady was indeed sitting in the room waiting.

"Sent away?"

"Yes. The child is simple-minded and doesn't understand too many principles and rules. Mother, please don't bother with her."

Minister Chu sat down and took the hot tea brought by the maid. He warmed his hands while comforting his old mother, which actually dispelled a lot of sadness on the old lady's face.

"I don't want to make Seventh Girl suffer because of her. She is from a small family and doesn't know anything. How can a grandmother like me control my anger with my grandson?"

She sighed, looked up from the window at the clouds in the sky outside the house, which were slightly blown by the wind. The old lady's tone was full of anger and indignation.

"How could Shu'er be so confused?

When I heard you say that Chu Chi was not fully intelligent, I could somewhat understand the Gu family's reasons for not wanting to acknowledge the eldest daughter.

But after meeting her today, I think that although the child is not smart, she is definitely not so stupid as to forget her relatives. The fact that she pushed her parents into the pond that day can only mean one thing.

Her parents don't want her, so she doesn't want them either!"