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

the next day.

The sky was clear.

When Jiang Xiaobai came out of the room, he couldn't help but stretch.

When I got back last night, it was already very late.

So Jiang Xiaobai didn't disturb his parents and went straight back to his room to sleep.

I could fall asleep the moment my head hit the bed, and I didn't even dream all night.

Right now, after waking up, I feel much better.

As soon as Jiang Xiaobai stepped into the courtyard, he heard the sound of swords clashing.

The sword wind was light, yet clean and swift.

Jiang Xiaobai looked up and saw Tang Ningshuang practicing her sword in the courtyard.

Jiang Xiaobai stood there for a few moments, and a smile involuntarily crept onto his lips.

I must say, this woman looks quite beautiful when she practices swordsmanship.

Heroic and spirited, full of flavor.

Figure also...

Just as Jiang Xiaobai was praising him, Tang Ningshuang probably noticed his gaze. She saw him swing his long sword, and a sword flower bloomed in front of him.

The next moment, whoosh!

The longsword was sheathed, the movement fluid and graceful, making it even more pleasing to the eye.

"good!"

Jiang Xiaobai couldn't help but clap his hands lightly: "Miss Tang, you truly are a heroine among women, a modern-day Mulan!"

After hearing this, Tang Ningshuang glanced at Jiang Xiaobai, pursed her red lips, but did not speak.

"Let's go get breakfast!"

With a smile, Jiang Xiaobai stretched again, waved to Tang Ningshuang, and walked outside.

But as soon as the two stepped out of the courtyard, they heard a series of hurried footsteps.

Immediately afterwards, Zhang Xinnian's figure came into view.

"Your Majesty, Your Majesty!"

Zhang Xinnian, catching his breath, approached Jiang Xiaobai and exclaimed, "Something terrible has happened! Our Marquis's residence is under siege!"

"what?"

Jiang Xiaobai's expression froze.

"They're all students!"

Zhang Xinnian said, "Everyone is praising you!"

"They say you are a literary sage reborn!"

"Some even say your poetic talent is astounding, a literary prodigy rarely seen in China even once in a century!"

At this point, Zhang Xinnian himself became excited.

Yes, the last time the Marquis's residence was blocked, it was also because of his heir.

But that time, his son was universally hated.

Buying the title of top scholar is a disgrace to all scholars!

Everyone wanted to rush into the Marquis's mansion, drag Jiang Xiaobai out, and give him a good scolding.

As it turned out, the wind direction completely reversed in just a short time.

The students are now more excited and more admiring than the last.

If it weren't for the generals in the manor stopping them, these people would probably have trampled the threshold of their manor to pieces.

"Oh?"

Upon hearing this, Jiang Xiaobai smiled and said, "It's so lively?"

"Let's go out and take a look!"

After saying that, Jiang Xiaobai didn't even bother with eating and led the way toward the gate of the Marquis's mansion.

Tang Ningshuang and Zhang Xinnian followed behind.

As soon as Jiang Xiaobai arrived near the entrance, he heard a burst of hearty laughter.

"Haha, everyone, there's no need to get so excited!"

"Young man, sigh, it was just a casual performance, nothing to mention, nothing to mention at all!"

"Hahaha, a literary sage? No way, no way! This child, I was just giving him some casual instruction; he's nowhere near that level!"

Ok?

Jiang Xiaobai paused in his steps.

That sound...

Why does this sound so familiar?

As they drew closer, Jiang Xiaobai saw Jiang Jingcheng standing with his hands behind his back at the entrance of the Marquis's residence.

His face was beaming with a smile; there was no trace of his usual seriousness in his expression.

"My lord!"

A general nearby spotted Jiang Xiaobai and quickly whispered, "The young master is here!"

Ok?

Upon hearing this, Jiang Jingcheng's smile vanished instantly.

That speed was frighteningly fast.

The next moment, Jiang Jingcheng turned around and glared angrily at Jiang Xiaobai: "You unfilial son!"

Jiang Xiaobai: "?"

"Look what you've done!"

Jiang Jingcheng looked extremely angry: "Wenwenwen!"

"You think writing a lousy article is something special! Our Jiang family has been martial for generations, how did we end up with such a rebellious son like you!"

"This is infuriating!"

After saying that, Jiang Jingcheng glared at Jiang Xiaobai again, then turned and left.

what?

Jiang Xiaobai stood there, his face full of questions.

No, what did he say?

Also, was he hallucinating just now?

Wasn't that Jiang Jingcheng who was standing at the door laughing just now?

How come it's suddenly become that this rebellious son is infuriating?

Tang Ningshuang stood to the side, her gaze strange.

Zhang Xinnian lowered his head, and his shoulders seemed to tremble slightly.

Jiang Xiaobai shook his head helplessly and walked towards the gate of the Marquis's mansion.

As soon as he arrived at the door, Jiang Xiaobai paused for a moment.

Yes, this time there were even more students than the last time he was criticized.

The area outside the door was packed with people.

If it weren't for the generals from the Marquis's mansion blocking his way, these people would have already rushed up to him.

"Young Master Jiang is out!"

Someone shouted, and the next moment, there was an uproar outside the door.

"Young Master Jiang, you've finally come out! I've been waiting at the door all night!"

"Young Master Jiang, I have come today to apologize. I was blind to your true nature when I insulted you last time!"

"Young Master Jiang, you are truly a man of great talent! Your poems and essays from yesterday have filled me with immense admiration!"

"Young Master Jiang, could you tell us about that Monkey King again on the spot?"

"Young Master Jiang..."

The chaotic noise instantly transformed the entire Hou Mansion into a bustling marketplace.

Jiang Xiaobai was somewhat bewildered by the scene.

Fortunately, the generals of the Marquis's mansion stopped him, otherwise he really felt that he would have been devoured alive by these students.

In his past life, he had always found it absurd to see some celebrities being surrounded by fans.

Now it's my turn...

Wow, that's actually a bit scary!

"Everyone, everyone!"

Jiang Xiaobai gave an awkward laugh and raised his hand to press down, saying, "Calm down, everyone, calm down!"

His silence only fueled the excitement outside.

"Wow, Young Master Jiang actually spoke!"

"Young Master Jiang, I read your article yesterday and couldn't sleep all night!"

"Young Master Jiang, your line, 'Sharing the same moon across a thousand miles,' truly touched my heart!"

"Young Master Jiang, please, Monkey King, keep going! I beg you, even just twice would be fine!"

Jiang Xiaobai's mouth gaped open, his face filled with shock.

Tang Ningshuang stood to the side, watching Jiang Xiaobai being so enthusiastically praised by the students, her expression complex.

Yes, she remembered the disdain she felt when she first met Jiang Xiaobai.

But now... she admits that she was indeed prejudiced back then!

Needless to say, Zhang Xinnian's pride was impossible to hide.

That's right, this is their family's young master!

Inside the mansion, not far away, Jiang Jingcheng hadn't really gone far. He stood under the eaves, looking at Jiang Xiaobai at the gate from afar.

Hearing the students' voices, the expression on his face gradually softened.

After a moment, Jiang Jingcheng chuckled softly: "Hehe, my son's grown up!"

The general standing nearby was taken aback upon hearing this, then hesitated for a moment before lowering his voice and saying, "My lord, when will you discuss the matter of military pay with the heir apparent...?"