Cultivating Immortality Begins with Selling Oneself

Chapter 162 Ridicule
"Try it too. It's sweet and delicious. There's no taste of alcohol at all."

Shen Mengwu's cheeks were flushed, and she couldn't help but take a sip of wine when she poured it for them. Shen Mengwu had wanted to drink for a long time, but unfortunately her mother controlled her strictly and she never had the chance. Now that she had the chance, Shen Mengwu naturally had to drink it back.

Cheng Ziqi's eyes were shining as they fell on Shen Mengwu. Seeing Shen Mengwu's rosy little face, he thought she was so cute and resisted the urge to reach out and pinch her.

Meng Yuan also picked up the cup, took a sip of osmanthus wine, savored it carefully, and his eyes suddenly lit up.

“Delicious!”

"Second Miss Shen, you're sneaking around to make such delicious osmanthus wine."

"You have to drink one less drink as punishment."

Meng Yuan made a joke, and everyone immediately started chattering.

Shen Fuyu did not try to stop Shen Mengwu and Shen Mengning at this time. After all, with her watching, nothing would happen.

In addition, Shen Mengwu and Shen Mengning have always been looked down upon.

Because of the Shen family's reasons, no one mocked the Shen sisters in person. However, the Shen sisters were not fools and could naturally feel the subtle changes in people's attitudes. It was a pity that the brilliant head of the Shen family gave birth to two stupid daughters.

Now that the Shen sisters have passed the examination for becoming a Tongsheng, no one will think that they are useless anymore.

Shen Mengwu and Shen Mengning were both emotional and excited, so they couldn't help but drink a few more glasses of osmanthus wine.

"Shen Mengning, I've always heard of your reputation as a genius girl in the early years, but then you suddenly became stupid. I've always felt sorry for you. Now you're ranked within the top ten in the Tongsheng exam. Shen Mengning, I believe that sooner or later you will return to the top, and then you will leave those who laughed at you dumbfounded."

Meng Yuan also drank a little too much, and her thoughts gradually became unclear. She subconsciously held Shen Mengning's hand, her eyes full of emotion.

Tears glistened in Shen Mengning's eyes. Perhaps the osmanthus wine was too intoxicating. She couldn't help but hug Meng Yuan, tears rolling down her big eyes.

For so many years, Shen Mengning had been feigning indifference, fooling many people into thinking she didn't care about fame. But what was the truth? Only Shen Mengning understood the bitterness in her heart.

Shen Mengning didn't show it, just because she didn't want everyone to worry. Now that she was able to pass the Tongsheng exam, it meant a lot to Shen Mengning.

This was the first time Shen Mengning showed her emotions. Shen Fuyu and Shen Mengwu both felt a little sad. Shen Fuyu raised his hand and rubbed Shen Mengning's hair.

"Don't worry, Miss Shen. Things will only get better in the future. Let's keep working hard."

At the same time, Shen Fuyu also had some doubts in his heart. Why was Shen Mengning's condition getting better and better? He obviously didn't take any measures, nor did he call back Shen Mengning's soul, but Shen Mengning was magical and got better inexplicably.

Why on earth?

Shen Fuyu suppressed her doubts deep in her heart. She shook her head and tried not to think too much. No matter what the truth was, at least Shen Mengning was getting better.

"Don't talk about sad things on such a happy day. We will all be better and better in the future."

Lu Mingtang took a sip of the osmanthus wine and didn't drink too much. He needed to stay sober and also to ensure everyone's safety.

After three rounds of drinks, they finally had their fun, and even Shen Fuyu's eyes became a little moister.

However, Shen Fuyu controlled the amount and did not feel any guilt. Instead, he was very sober.

"Shen Fuyu, we've been out for too long. Let's go home now. Mother must be waiting for us at home."

Shen Mengwu burped and felt dizzy. She wanted to lie down and rest. Shen Fuyu shook her head helplessly. She hadn't watched her carefully and Shen Mengwu drank so much.

"Second Miss Shen, if Madam blames me later, you must defend me."

Shen Fuyu spoke with a smile and poked Shen Mengwu's cheek.

"No." Although her consciousness was hazy, Shen Mengwu responded to Shen Fuyu clearly and couldn't help rubbing Shen Fuyu's cheek to seek comfort.

Shen Mengning also came over from the other side.

The Shen sisters surrounded Shen Fuyu on the left and right.

Even though Shen Fuyu has grown a little taller in the past period of time, he is still not as tall as the Shen sisters, so the scene looks particularly funny.

Meng Yuan covered her mouth and chuckled, "Shen Fuyu, you are so short!"

"I'm also 8 years old this year, and I'm a head taller than you."

Meng Yuan puffed out his chest, feeling very proud of being taller than Shen Fuyu.

As a few people were about to leave Zuixianlou while chatting and laughing, they bumped into people from Chengfeng Academy.

"Hey, isn't this Master Shangguan's student? He's drunk and doesn't look like a scholar at all."

"Especially you four, young girls, actually drinking alcohol. No one will be willing to marry you in the future."

"I guess it's to celebrate passing the Tongsheng exam? I really don't know what you're so proud of. The three of us brothers passed the exam last year and are about to take the provincial exam."

"Tsk, tsk, tsk, a little student is so happy about taking the exam. Master Shangguan is really blind. How could he accept such a student? Sigh, Master Shangguan's reputation is ruined."

Chengfeng Academy and Qingfeng Academy are sworn enemies.

The scholars from both sides often compared themselves with each other and competed secretly. They often mocked each other after meeting. In the past, the Shen sisters were reluctant to go out, so they seldom ran into the scholars from Chengfeng Academy. This was the first time they encountered such a scene. The Shen sisters were a little overwhelmed for a while. However, Meng Yuan often quarreled with people from Chengfeng Academy, so he rolled up his sleeves and quickly fought back.

"Where did the barking dog come from?"

"This is Zuixianlou. If you want to ask for food, please go to the street and find a bowl." Meng Yuan scratched his ears.

Lu Mingtang was not to be outdone, "Yes, you passed the Tongsheng exam last year."

"But, if I remember correctly, you three should be fifteen years old, right?"

"He's two years older than us."

Although Lu Mingtang usually pretends to be steady and mature, he is only thirteen years old after all.

When faced with such a situation, I still couldn't control my temper.

Cheng Ziqi then spoke up, "Have you ever heard of that saying? What's it called? Villains die because they talk too much. Every time you see us, you can't wait to come up and mock us. Are you feeling guilty? You think Chengfeng Academy is inferior to Qingfeng Academy."

"So, Chengfeng Academy can only boast about its quick words."

"After all, the people who passed the imperial examinations at Chengfeng Academy were never as good as those at Qingfeng Academy."

A few simple words clearly hit the pain points of several people.

"The world is becoming more corrupt, and it's really detrimental for a woman to drink with a man in public."

Unable to find any other reason, Chengfeng Academy had to change the subject and began to accuse the Shen sisters and others of corrupting customs.

Shen Fuyu's face suddenly darkened. "My fellow brothers, the purpose of studying is to gain understanding, not to slander others."

"People like you who disregard the truth and slander women all the time are destined to have no great future."

(End of this chapter)