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"Everyone says the world is already peaceful and well-governed, but I secretly believe it is not. Those who claim that the world is peaceful and well-governed are either foolish or flattering; they do not truly understand the essence of governance and chaos. It is like someone sleeping on a pile of firewood while holding a burning ember underneath. Just because the fire has not yet ignited, they think it is a safe place...”
Lin Yuanwai paused for a moment, his gaze lingering on Lin Yuan's face before continuing to read.
After finishing the entire passage, Lin Yuanwai's expression grew serious as he stared intently at the neatly written characters on the paper. His eyes reflected a mix of astonishment, joy, and disbelief, causing Mei Shuang to feel anxious; was this the rhythm of something that had already passed?
Unexpectedly, after a brief contemplation, Lin Yuanwai handed the paper to Mei Shuang. "Lin Shoutong, explain to me what this means."
Mei Shuang took the paper and immediately replied, "It says that while everyone claims the world is already stable and well-governed, I believe it is not so. Those who assert that everything is fine are either ignorant or sycophantic; they do not truly grasp the larger picture of governance and chaos. It’s like someone holding a burning ember under a pile of wood while lying on top of it, thinking it’s safe just because the fire hasn’t caught yet..."
Seeing Mei Shuang speak without hesitation, Lin Yuanwai's eyes widened in surprise.
When Mei Shuang finished her explanation, Lin Yuanwai stood there with his mouth agape; this young scholar actually possessed such knowledge?
Still somewhat skeptical, he thought to himself not to take just this scholar's words at face value. He then asked Mei Shuang to write an evaluation of Lin Yuan's article on the spot.
Mei Shuang pondered for a moment before picking up her brush to write.
It wasn't that she was overly confident; rather, she was quite familiar with Lin Yuan's work despite it being authored by him.
This passage came from a great literary figure's "Security Strategy," and she had even written a thesis on it. However, she couldn't understand why it came from Lin Yuan; perhaps he had plagiarized it?
Once Mei Shuang finished writing her perspective, Lin Yuanwai was so astonished that he felt as if he could fit an egg in his mouth.
The small characters were written with such elegance and grace, fresh and ethereal. The entire composition was beautifully structured, with coherence throughout, resembling a beautiful woman adorned with flowers.
Mr. Lin finished reading and couldn't help but applaud!
What is a talented person? This is a true talent!
He felt that it was a pity for someone of such caliber to be merely a companion reader for his son; at this level, he could easily be a master. At such a young age, he truly is a prodigy!
Even Lin Yuan was curious about the drastic change in his father's reaction. He leaned over to take a look and couldn't help but praise Mei Shuang's literary talent and handwriting.
In astonishment, he looked at Mei Shuang with even more admiration.
Mei Shuang felt a bit embarrassed under the gaze of the father and son, quickly humbling himself, saying, "Thank you for your praise, I’m just showing my shortcomings..."
Mr. Lin was in high spirits and decided not to dwell on the fact that this handsome young scholar was serving his son. He cheerfully said, "Lin Shoutong, how about this? Considering your contribution as a companion reader for my son, starting today, your monthly allowance will be doubled..."
Mei Shuang shrugged, "I'm sorry, Mr. Lin, but in a few days I need to set off for Jiangnan..."
Mr. Lin was somewhat surprised, "What's the matter? Are you dissatisfied with the pay?"
Lin Yuan became anxious upon hearing this and asked Mei Shuang, "Lin Shoutong, why are you suddenly going to Jiangnan?"
Mei Shuang explained, "Actually, I was originally planning to go to Jiangnan; it was just delayed by the rain a few days ago. I happened to meet Young Master Lin and Miss Lin. Thank you for taking me in, but I can't delay any longer. There's no better day than today to take my leave."
Before Mr. Lin could respond, Lin Yuan's expression changed.
Seeing his son staring at Lin Shoutong with a strange expression, a mix of reluctance and something akin to resentment, it was clear that his son had developed feelings for this companion reader.
Recalling the scene he had just witnessed outside, he immediately changed his mind about wanting to keep Mei Shuang. Lin Yuan let out an "oh," nodded, and said, "Lin Shoutong is a good material, but since there are arrangements, I won't keep him here any longer. A gentleman should help others achieve their goals. Come, settle the bill for Lin Shoutong and give him some extra money..."
Before Mei Shuang could express her gratitude, she saw Lin Yuan stomp out.
She smiled bitterly to herself.
After Lin Yuan left, Mei Shuang packed her belongings.
Looking at the spacious Lin Residence, she realized that before she could settle down, she had to set off again. It seemed that she was destined to wander.
Just as she was about to leave, Lin Yuan hurried back in with a gloomy expression.
Having seen Lin Yuan's disappointed look earlier, Mei Shuang understood that he was reluctant to part ways. Her heart softened as she said, "I'm leaving..."
Lin Yuan did not respond; he merely leaned against the doorframe, staring blankly at Mei Shuang with a complex gaze.
Mei Shuang looked down at her outfit—baggy blue clothes—nothing seemed wrong. Seeing that Lin Yuan remained silent, she prepared to walk past him.
Unexpectedly, just as she reached Lin Yuan's side, he tightly embraced her.
The faint scent of a man and the close physical contact left Mei Shuang momentarily stunned, followed by a rush of heat to her head. She hadn't expected such a passionate farewell from someone from ancient times.
"Hey, Young Master Lin, let go," Mei Shuang struggled, finding herself at a disadvantage in front of Lin Yuan, who was half a head taller than her. She could only speak lightly, "It's just a farewell; there's no need for this..."
Besides, she was dressed as a man! How could Lin Yuan be so oblivious to the implications?
Seeing that Lin Yuan still wouldn't let go, she became anxious and adopted a teacher's tone. "Young Master Lin, what would others think if they saw two men embracing in broad daylight? They should worship their teacher, not hug! Let go—"
"Don't move!" came Lin Yuan's slightly hoarse voice. "I know you're a woman—"
Mei Shuang was instantly frozen.
Her mind took a moment to process before she instinctively asked, "Huh? How did you know?"
"That day, at the inn..."
Mei Shuang was stunned and then slapped Lin Yuan on his broad back. "So you weren't drunk at all that day?"
Lin Yuan still didn't release her. "I just had a vague feeling... The key is, on such a hot day, you're wearing such thick clothes..."
Mei Shuang was speechless.
It seemed that although Lin Yuan was young, he had quite a rich inner world.
She thought to herself, so what if you know I'm a woman? I'm leaving anyway.
"Alright, alright, Young Master Lin, you are right. Yes, it's so hot, if I keep wearing this, I might get a heat rash... So, I have to go. Goodbye!"
"Don't you dare leave!" The domineering voice of Lin Yuan came from above.
"......"
"What will I do if you leave?" The voice remained forceful and somewhat unreasonable.
"......"
The weather was a bit hot, and being embraced by Lin Yuan's broad body made Mei Shuang feel quite embarrassed. Even through their clothes, she could sense the texture of Young Master Lin's skin.
"Oh dear," Mei Shuang struggled desperately, "What does it matter where I go to you? What will you do? Are you still a baby who needs someone to take care of you? If you don't let go, I'll scream for help!"
"I like you..."
The voice gently brushed past her mind, husky and filled with obvious emotion.
Mei Shuang froze. She stopped struggling and looked up at Lin Yuan.
Lin Yuan also released his grip, gazing at Mei Shuang with intense longing in his eyes.
The burning heat made Mei Shuang's heart race wildly, and it felt so overwhelming that she wanted to flee. Suddenly, she blurted out, "I, I, I am your teacher!"
"Teacher?" Lin Yuan was taken aback, then smiled, his sunlit face dazzling Mei Shuang. "A teacher is someone who imparts knowledge and resolves doubts. May I ask, Teacher, how should I resolve this doubt of mine?"
"Damn it! This is clearly a teacher-student romance!"
Especially when Lin Yuan said this, the usually calm demeanor of Ordinary Days took on a hint of mischief, making Mei Shuang's heart race and her cheeks flush.
This guy has changed quite a bit; in just a few days, he transformed from a heartbroken drunk to a bold and flirtatious man? Perhaps it was her fault for leading him astray. She remembered those days when she had been giving him advice on pursuing the daughter of the Gardener's Family.
Sure enough, Lin Yuan added, "To pursue a girl, one must be bold! Isn't that what you taught me, Teacher?"
Seeing Lin Yuan's teasing expression, Mei Shuang couldn't be bothered to respond. She pouted and said, "If you're going to scheme against your teacher too, then I won't teach such a student."
"I'll follow you wherever you go from now on..."
Lin Yuan had an air of someone who was determined to get his way, leaving Mei Shuang in shock!
"Lin Tian'er?" Mei Shuang glanced behind Lin Yuan.
By the time Lin Yuan turned around, Mei Shuang had already taken off running, sprinting out of the Lin Residence until she was breathless.
When luck runs out, even drinking water can lead to trouble. Mei Shuang was so focused on escaping that she didn't care about the paths she took. She dashed down every road she saw without knowing the area well and ended up at an intersection just as a carriage came barreling through.
Mei Shuang was startled and didn't have time to stop; she was about to run right under the speeding carriage. In that moment, panic seized her—this was the end for her.
Suddenly, she felt a tightness around her neck as someone forcefully grabbed the back of her clothing. Just as her body was lifted off the ground, she narrowly missed colliding with the carriage, startling the driver who snapped back to reality and cursed Mei Shuang for being blind.
As the people on the street who had been worried about Mei Shuang saw that she was unharmed, they couldn't help but applaud the skill of her rescuer.
After landing, Mei Shuang was still shaken and turned to look back, her eyes widening in surprise. “Yun Kong?”
Dressed in monk's robes, Yun Kong stood out in the crowd, not just because of his attire but also due to his bright eyes and tall stature, which were quite rare among monks.
Just as Yun Kong was about to leave, he heard someone recognize him. Surprised, he took a closer look and also recognized Mei Shuang, who was disguised as a man.
Yun Kong's eyes flickered slightly; he clearly hadn't expected to save an old acquaintance here. And this acquaintance was precisely the person he had been searching for.
It could be said that he had searched high and low without success, only to find what he needed effortlessly.
“What are you doing here?” they both asked simultaneously, then exchanged a slight smile.
Mei Shuang temporarily forgot about the advances of the young master from the Lin family. After checking that there were no pursuers behind her, she wiped away the cold sweat from her forehead and the heat from running earlier, straightened her clothes, and said, “I just encountered some bad people... It’s not convenient to talk here; can we step aside?”
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