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The fourth poem, titled "Grass," was inspired by the moments spent with Mother while weeding the vegetable patch. It could also be seen as a tribute to the resilience of wild grass, which thrives and grows no matter the circumstances. You aspire to be like the wild grass—tenacious and unyielding.
Qi Rong nodded earnestly and began to read it aloud with vigor.
During lunch, Qi Yuan asked her, "Sister-in-law, you can compose poetry too?"
Yu Chunmiao instinctively glanced at Qi Chong.
Qi Chong merely grunted in response, neither confirming nor denying, then instructed his younger brother, "Qi Rong, if you pass the test with one poem, there's no need to memorize more."
These poems may seem simple, but they are quite well-crafted; make sure not to overlook any details.
That evening, Qi Chong called his younger brother into the room and began to dissect each poem one by one.
The character for "song" was well-written, while the character for "sing" treated the goose as if it were a person.
Yu Chunmiao sat nearby, sewing a backpack for Qi Rong.
She wasn't skilled at making a double-shoulder bag but found a crossbody bag simple enough. Using leftover fabric from making clothes, she pieced together large scraps that looked quite fashionable rather than messy.
She added two extra layers of fabric inside for durability.
Soon it was the last day of June. The young couple took Qi Rong onto the horse-drawn carriage.
Chen Ruolan held a bundle and repeatedly reminded them by the carriage: "Be kind to each other in the carriage; don’t bully anyone just because you’re stronger. Spend money wisely, but don’t skimp on food."
Mother had made a long shirt from good material; it wouldn’t take long before it became tattered.
Qi Rong’s eyes brimmed with tears as she nodded with a pout.
Qi Chong drove the carriage while Qi Rong leaned out from the front, waving continuously at her mother: "Mother, I’ll remember! I’ll behave; don’t worry about me!"
Chen Ruolan stood at the door until the carriage disappeared from view before returning inside.
A mother’s worries are endless; Qi Rong had never been away from her for so long.
Qi Yuan closed the courtyard gate and reassured her: "Mother, big brother said that little brother will be well taken care of in town by Lu Boss. He’ll have food and lodging with Lu Family—better than at home! So please don’t worry."
Thinking of her youngest son being looked after eased Chen Ruolan’s mind considerably.
"May Brother Zheng bless us and keep Qi Rong safe," she prayed.
With that thought, she felt even more at ease.
As soon as the carriage arrived at Xian Ke Lai, Lu Ziyan came out to greet them: "I thought you would arrive soon; it seems I was right."
Qi Rong stood confidently beside Qi Chong and bowed to Lu Ziyan, saying, "My elder brother asked me to thank you, Mr. Lu, for taking care of me while I am at the County Academy."
Qi Chong smiled slightly, clearly pleased with his younger brother's performance.
Lu Ziyan looked at Qi Rong with fondness. "This boy is quite good. Though he is young, I can see he will grow up to be handsome. He is not shy around strangers and carries himself well. Excellent!"
Qi Rong thanked him for the compliment and followed him to the Lu Family residence.
Lu Ziyan had a nephew named Lu Zhi Xun, who was seven years old and was also going to take an exam today.
The three of them arrived at the Lu Residence, which featured four courtyards with blue brick tile houses. Each courtyard had pavilions and ponds, with rockeries and potted plants arranged in an aesthetically pleasing manner.
Upon reaching the dining hall, servants were busy serving dishes, while others brought water and cloths for them to wash their hands.
Qi Rong observed and imitated their actions without feeling awkward.
Lu Ziyan called over a servant and asked, "Where are my nephew and sister-in-law?"
The servant replied, "Madam said she is not feeling well today. The young master just finished writing and will be here shortly."
Yu Chunmiao quickly inquired, "Madam, what is wrong with her?"
Lu Ziyan replied with a hint of worry, "Chun Miao is expecting a child and has been feeling unwell lately with morning sickness and a poor appetite."
Yu Chunmiao did not understand medicine well and did not dare to offer any opinions, so she simply expressed her congratulations.
Before long, a slender boy with a delicate appearance entered the dining hall. As soon as he arrived, he bowed to Lu Ziyan and said, "Uncle, Nephew is late."
He had a slight stutter; however, neither Yu Chunmiao nor Qi Chong reacted oddly to it.
Lu Ziyan pulled him closer and pointed at Qi Rong. "This is your Uncle Qi and Aunt Qi."
Lu Zhi Xun bowed to both of them while addressing them.
Then Lu Ziyan pointed at Qi Rong again and said, "This is your Uncle Qi's younger brother, Qi Rong. According to our family hierarchy, you should call him 'Uncle' as well."
Qi Rong was taken aback and immediately stood up straight; he felt a sense of awkwardness for the first time since entering the Lu Residence.
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