The sister dismissed it with disdain.
She scoffed, "So, selling off their own treasures is considered respectable? Is it not just the sa, being ridiculed behind their back."
The brother waved his fan, "Not so, not so, in my opinion, it’s quite a brilliant move."
"Before the establishnt of Great Chu, the wealth disparity in the forr dynasty was vast, with the rich extrely wealthy and the poor worrying about their next al."
"That was truly a ti when the fatted ats of the wealthy rotted while bones froze to death on the roadside. If you look around, everyone at this banquet is a wealthy rchant."
"They all belong to the extrely wealthy. As a Princess, she can always possess rare treasures again."
"Therefore, using what she has at hand to squeeze out silver from these wealthy rchants is quite an early sign of wisdom and intelligence for a four-year-old. No wonder the teacher wanted to take her as a disciple."
The brother squinted his eyes, full of interest, "I quite feel like having a chat with this little princess."
The sister was left speechless.
It’s just a little brat, yet it made them travel all the way to Great Chu, enduring so much hardship along the way!
At this mont, Mo Yanchi approached.
The man hurriedly led his sister to stand up.
He cupped his hands respectfully, putting away the frivolous air between his brows.
"Teacher."
Mo Yanchi had a stern expression, "Hmm, Yuan Zhen, is your father, the Regent King, well these days?"
Yuan Zhen courteously allowed Mo Yanchi to sit down and poured tea, presenting it with both hands.
Only afterward did he speak, "Father is well. Before we ca to Great Chu, he asked to convey his wishes for your good health."
Mo Yanchi sipped the tea and gave a faint acknowledgnt.
"Your father, now as the Regent King of Yan Country, controls all major matters of the court. You must remind him to be cautious in all things, lest he be accused of being overpowering and overshadowing the little emperor, which would be unfavorable."
Yuan Zhen smiled, "I will certainly convey Teacher’s words. Oh, Teacher, this is my sister, Yuan Ruxin, whom you’ve t before."
"Greetings, Teacher." Yuan Ruxin quickly removed her veil, her face beaming with smiles.
Mo Yanchi set down the teacup.
His tone was calm, carrying the wisdom and gravity of an elder.
"Only those who are accepted as my apprentices may call Teacher. The Commandery Princess should just call Master Mo. I cannot bear to be addressed as Teacher by you."
Yuan Ruxin was taken aback and quickly looked toward her brother.
Yuan Zhen said, "Teacher, my father sincerely wishes to request you to also take my sister under your tutelage."
"My sister is highly gifted, excels in learning, and is quite well-known even in Yan Country. If she could beco your disciple, we would certainly study harder."
Mo Yanchi lifted his gaze, steadily looking at Yuan Zhen.
"I am no longer taking in students. The little Princess Cui Cuo of Chu Kingdom will be my last disciple."
Yuan Ruxin blurted out, "What?! Her?!"
Mo Yanchi’s expression changed.
Yuan Zhen imdiately reprimanded Yuan Ruxin, "Xinxin, don’t be rude!"
He quickly explained on behalf of his sister.
"Teacher, my sister is straightforward and speaks without malice. She’s just curious why this Princess Cui Cuo is fortunate enough to beco your last disciple?"
Mo Yanchi, however, disliked Yuan Ruxin’s earlier attitude.
This Commandery Princess Dewan from Yan Country is spoiled and domineering, with a strong-willed character that yields no ground.
He stood up and answered crisply, "I am getting older and do not need to take on too many disciples."
"Moreover, Cui Cuo is so sensible, more intelligent and sensitive than you and your fellow disciples. I need to focus whatever energy I have left on nurturing her!"
"You two sit and enjoy your tea." After saying this, Mo Yanchi turned and left.
Yuan Zhen took a couple of steps after him, "Teacher!"
However, Mo Yanchi left without turning back.
Coincidentally, Feng Fuce ca back with Bai Zhi’er in his arms, and Mo Yanchi quickly jogged over.
He completely changed from his earlier stern deanor, his eyes narrowing with delight as he asked Bai Zhi’er sothing.
Yuan Ruxin gritted her teeth in anger, "How am I not as good as her?"
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