My family has been wielding knives for generations, but now it's my turn to wield a pen!

"Jiang Xiaobai?"

The two scholars were taken aback when they heard Jiang Xiaobai's words.

Then, the two looked at each other.

No, Jiang Xiaobai... is he joking with them?

They had just been discussing things all the way in the carriage, including Jiang Xiaobai.

What nonsense about buying a top scholar title, what nonsense about deceiving the world and stealing fame, what nonsense about not having much knowledge in one's belly.

Even the fact that Li Zhiwei had taken a liking to Jiang Xiaobai was described by them as a bargaining chip for the aristocratic families.

The results of it?

This guy not only sat there listening the whole way, but also nodded in agreement from time to time.

Now that he's off the carriage, he's telling them that he's Jiang Xiaobai?

This... isn't this ridiculous?

"Brother!"

The chubby-faced scholar's lips twitched, and he chuckled dryly, "Your joke is a little scary!"

"Yes, you can't make jokes like that."

The thinner scholar nodded in agreement.

"hehe."

Seeing their reactions, Jiang Xiaobai couldn't help but smile: "I'm not kidding."

"I really am Jiang Xiaobai!"

"..."

The two scholars were stunned again.

Judging from Jiang Xiaobai's expression, it doesn't seem like he's joking after all.

But how could that be? They talked badly about Jiang Xiaobai the whole way.

Jiang Xiaobai himself was listening with a smile on his face?

That's incredibly audacious!

"Young Master Jiang!"

Just as the two were filled with doubt, a slightly joyful voice suddenly rang out from not far away.

"Young Master Jiang, over here!"

The words fell.

Jiang Xiaobai looked up.

Near the Orchid Pavilion, a maid was waving in his direction.

He recognized the maid; she was Qingyi, who served Li Zhiwei.

Next to Qingyi stood a woman wearing a veil.

Who else could it be but Li Zhiwei?

In addition, there was a woman standing next to Li Zhiwei, who was Lin Qinrou.

Jiang Xiaobai looked slightly surprised when he saw the two of them.

Unexpectedly, they arrived so early as well.

"Young Master, it's Miss Li and the others!"

Zhang Xinnian began.

"Um."

Jiang Xiaobai nodded, then looked at the two scholars who were still in shock, and said with a smile, "Gentlemen, we can talk again another time."

After saying that, Jiang Xiaobai didn't explain further and led Tang Ningshuang and Zhang Xinnian towards Li Zhiwei's direction.

The two scholars remained standing in the same spot.

Their expressions froze for a moment.

The chubby-faced scholar watched Jiang Xiaobai's departing figure, his throat bobbing: "No...is he really Jiang Xiaobai?"

The thinner scholar also stammered, "I think so!!"

His surname is Jiang, and he's even the heir apparent.

Looking across the entire capital, it seems that only the Marquis of Zhenbei's mansion can be called that.

Moreover, that maid was clearly not acting.

So... they really did curse Jiang Xiaobai all the way here, right in front of him?

Thinking of this, the chubby-faced scholar's face turned completely green: "Oh no, did we say a bit too much just now?"

The thin scholar opened his mouth, but after a long pause, he managed to stammer out, "It's more than just a lot..."

The two looked at each other again and fell silent once more.

Meanwhile, Jiang Xiaobai had already arrived in front of Li Zhiwei and the others.

"Young Master Jiang, you've finally arrived!"

When Qingyi saw Jiang Xiaobai approaching, her face was full of smiles: "Our young lady has been waiting for you here!"

"Xiao Yi, don't talk nonsense!"

Li Zhiwei's face immediately flushed red, and she quickly glanced at Jiang Xiaobai, saying, "I didn't!"

Jiang Xiaobai smiled, his gaze involuntarily falling on Li Zhiwei.

Li Zhiwei, dressed in a light-colored dress, stood out in the crowd even without saying a word.

"I...we just arrived too."

At this moment, Li Zhiwei added a sentence, but her voice was noticeably softer.

In particular, thinking of the time Jiang Xiaobai secretly kissed her forehead a few days ago, her face, hidden under the veil, felt a little hot.

"Well, it seems I'm not too late."

Jiang Xiaobai smiled.

"Um."

Li Zhiwei responded softly again.

Tang Ningshuang stood to the side, looking at Li Zhiwei's appearance, her expression becoming somewhat strange.

This most talented woman in the capital was dignified and composed in front of others.

Now that he's in front of Jiang Xiaobai, he's really changed.

Lin Qinrou stood to the side, a smile on her lips.

Yes, Li Zhiwei has changed a lot compared to before.

In the past, Li Zhiwei could remain calm and composed even when facing a room full of talented scholars.

But now?

Jiang Xiaobai only said two sentences, but they made Li Zhiwei feel a little uncomfortable.

Lin Qinrou had never seen such a shy demeanor before.

Thinking of this, Lin Qinrou's gaze involuntarily fell on Jiang Xiaobai.

A strange light flashed in his eyes.

Undeniably, Jiang Xiaobai is completely different from the playboy he's been portrayed as.

"On Teachers," "On Horses," and the arithmetic method currently being promoted at the Imperial College.

Others might not know, but she knew that the new learning methods at the Imperial College were inextricably linked to Jiang Xiaobai.

It could even be said that those things originated from Jiang Xiaobai.

This alone is enough to amaze people.

Sometimes she wondered just how much was in Jiang Xiaobai's head.

And now, there are rumors circulating that both "On Teachers" and "On Horses" were written by Jiang Xiaobai.

These two articles had not been officially signed until now.

Now that things have escalated to this point, all eyes are on Jiang Xiaobai.

"Miss Lin has arrived as well."

Jiang Xiaobai looked at Lin Qinrou and greeted her with a smile.

"Young Master Jiang."

Lin Qinrou nodded gently: "Since the Orchid Pavilion has reopened today, I naturally have to come and see it."

"Too."

Jiang Xiaobai smiled and said, "It would be a real shame to miss such a big event."

As he spoke, Jiang Xiaobai glanced around again.

At this moment, a large crowd has already gathered outside the Orchid Pavilion, making it quite difficult to get close to the building.

Indeed, looking around, students were in small groups, some talking in hushed tones, others gazing towards the gate of Lanting Tower.

After looking around, Jiang Xiaobai turned his gaze back to Li Zhiwei and asked curiously, "By the way, why are you the only ones here?"

Where is my father-in-law?

The Qingshan Society, including the Lanting Tower, has such a great influence.

As the head of the civil officials, Li Bingzhang could not possibly not come.

"Father has already gone inside."

Li Zhiwei spoke softly, "I'm currently at Lanting Tower, chatting with some friends."

"oh."

Jiang Xiaobai nodded. No wonder he hadn't seen it.

As for Li Bingzhang, being the prime minister, it was normal for him to be able to enter the palace ahead of time.

Thinking of this, Jiang Xiaobai's gaze fell on Lin Qinrou again.

Before he could speak, Lin Qinrou seemed to have guessed what Jiang Xiaobai wanted to ask and took the initiative to say, "My grandfather also went in ahead of time."

"Oh well, looks like I'm really late."

Jiang Xiaobai paused, then smiled and said, "However, even if I arrive late, the Lanting Pavilion will probably have to wait for me when it reopens!"

He didn't know who wrote it, but the person behind it would definitely do everything possible to make everyone wait for him.

After all, if he didn't come, then the things targeted at him couldn't be carried out.

Just as he was thinking this, a gentle voice rang out: "Hehe, Miss Li, Miss Lin, it's been a long time. How have you been?"