The charming widow of the Marquis's mansion: The stable boy carries the flag and raises the dra

"I appreciate everyone's kindness. Let's go one by one."

Wang Long never imagined that he would become so popular one day.

Upon hearing this, Ye Yizhou immediately perked up and shoved Shen Qianqiu away.

She then moved closer to Wang Long, took his hand, and said sincerely.

"Mr. Wang, when are you available? I would like to invite you to lecture at Qinglu Academy. The terms are excellent, and the academy will cover all the necessary resources. You will definitely not be at a disadvantage!"

Li Mo also squeezed in.

"Mr. Wang, come to our White Deer Academy! Our academy offers far better treatment than Green Deer Academy! Unlimited resources, independent courtyards, maids, and servants—you can have whatever you want!"

Wen Yuan was not to be outdone.

"Mr. Wang, come to our Songzhu Academy! Our academy has the best scenery, backed by green mountains and facing clear waters, making it the perfect place for self-cultivation! Moreover, our academy's library has the largest collection of books, making it even more suitable for your spiritual practice."

"We can double the terms they offer!"

The three of them argued back and forth, their faces flushed, and they almost came to blows on the spot.

Xu Wanyun stood aside, watching this scene, feeling that it was somewhat unreal.

These are all renowned scholars from the Eastern Region!

Each and every one of them is highly respected and has students all over the world.

Normally, wherever they go, they are always surrounded by people and treated like royalty.

But at this moment, they were like a group of children fighting over candy.

They surrounded Wang Long and argued fiercely.

If this gets out, the entire Eastern Region will be in an uproar.

Shen Qianqiu immediately became anxious.

Three old scoundrels, trying to undermine me right in front of me?!

Does he think his position as dean is just for show?

"That's enough!"

Shen Qianqiu let out a low shout, and his body surged with literary energy.

Ye Yizhou, Li Mo, and Wen Yuan all paused at the same time and turned to look at Shen Qianqiu.

"Old Shen, what are you doing?"

Ye Yizhou stroked his beard, looking displeased.

"I was talking to Mr. Wang, what are you doing interrupting?"

Shen Qianqiu sneered, took a step forward, and stood in front of Wang Long, his gaze sweeping over the three of them like a knife.

"Brother Wang is an honorary instructor at my Wenxin Academy. Aren't you going a bit too far by being so blatant?"

Li Mo chuckled, unconcerned.

"Old Shen, you can't say that. Mr. Wang is a gem of Confucianism and Taoism, not just something your Wenxin Academy possesses. He has the right to choose a place that is more suitable for him."

Wang Long fell silent upon hearing this, truly befitting a scholar.

They're shameless; they can even turn black into white.

"Suitable?"

Shen Qianqiu snorted coldly.

"Which of you is as suitable for Brother Wang as our Wenxin Academy? His connection with Wenxin Academy is something none of you can compare to."

Li Mo opened his mouth, then fell silent.

Ye Yizhou, not to be outdone, stroked his beard and retorted.

"Fate may be a factor, but Mr. Wang's talent should be showcased on a larger stage."

"While Wenxin Academy is excellent, it is located in a remote area and can only provide limited resources. Our Qinglu Academy, however, is different!"

Wang Long saw Shen Qianqiu and the three great Confucian scholars arguing fiercely over him, almost to the point of fighting.

He cannot remain silent forever.

"Cough cough~"

Wang Long coughed lightly, and the four people's eyes immediately focused on him.

"I appreciate your kindness, but my daughter is studying at our academy."

"Moreover, Brother Shen has treated me extremely well, and I have no intention of changing academies."

Shen Qianqiu was secretly pleased to hear this. He turned his head and raised an eyebrow at Ye Yizhou and the other two.

"Did you hear me?"

Ye Yizhou and the other two looked at each other, their expressions not very good.

But they were all shrewd people who had lived for over a hundred years, and they knew that there was no point in arguing any further.

Wang Long's attitude is very clear: Wenxin Academy has treated him well, and he will not leave.

Ye Yizhou sighed and clasped his hands in a salute.

"In that case, I will not insist. However, Mr. Wang, if you have time in the future, please do visit Qinglu Academy. I will be happy to welcome you."

Li Mo and Wen Yuan also clasped their hands in greeting and said the same thing.

Wang Long returned the greetings one by one, saying with a smile.

"You're too kind, everyone. I'll definitely visit you when I have the time."

The three nodded in satisfaction and stepped aside.

The next moment they landed on Qin Jiaojiao.

The three of them weren't stupid.

Wang Long's daughter, isn't she his lifeblood?

As long as you get along well with Qin Jiaojiao, why worry about not being able to connect with Wang Long?

"This must be Mr. Wang's daughter, right? She's so adorable!"

Ye Yizhou rushed to Qin Jiaojiao in three quick steps.

He crouched down and examined her closely.

Qin Jiaojiao felt uncomfortable under his gaze and subconsciously shrank behind Xu Wanyun.

"Grandpa...Grandpa, why are you looking at me like that?"

"I just think you're so cute, no wonder you're Mr. Wang's daughter."

Ye Yizhou just kept praising it!

Qin Jiaojiao was stunned for a moment, then her face turned red.

Peeking out from behind Xu Wanyun, he muttered "I" with great pride.

"Of course!"

Li Mo also came over, squatted down next to Ye Yizhou, and looked Qin Jiaojiao up and down with amazement in his eyes.

"Early stage of Rank 6? How old is this child?"

"Eleven years old."

Xu Wanyun said softly.

"An eleven-year-old of the sixth rank?!"

Wen Yuan gasped, his eyes widening like saucers.

He turned his head to look at Wang Long, his voice trembling.

"Mr. Wang, your daughter's talent is simply extraordinary!"

Wang Long smiled but didn't reply.

Ye Yizhou nodded, took out a warm and smooth jade pendant from his pocket, and handed it to Qin Jiaojiao.

"This is a small token of my appreciation, Jiaojiao, please take it."

Qin Jiaojiao looked at the jade pendant, then at Wang Long.

Wang Long nodded slightly.

Qin Jiaojiao then took the jade pendant with both hands and called out sweetly.

"Thank you, Grandpa!"

Ye Yizhou was overjoyed to be called "Grandpa," his beard stood on end, and he waved his hands repeatedly.

"You're welcome, you're welcome, it's nothing."

Li Mo and Wen Yuan were not to be outdone, and they both took out gifts from their pockets and stuffed them into Qin Jiaojiao's hands.

Each piece is more valuable and rarer than the last.

Qin Jiaojiao couldn't hold it all in her hands, her little face was full of smiles, and her eyes curved into crescents.

"Thank you, Grandpa! Thank you, Grandpa!"

The three "Grandpa" calls made the three old men's bones melt.

They looked at Qin Jiaojiao and liked her more and more, wishing they could take her back to be their granddaughter on the spot.

Shen Qianqiu stood aside, watching this scene, his lips twitching slightly.

These three old geezers, unable to persuade Wang Long to leave, turned their attention to his daughter.

Really...

Shameless!

However, he didn't lose out either, since Wang Long stayed at Wenxin Academy, his daughter naturally couldn't escape either.

Thinking of this, Shen Qianqiu's mood improved again.

He stroked his beard, watching Qin Jiaojiao receive the gifts with a smile, while secretly making plans in his mind.

"Brother Wang has stayed. Now, we need to think about what else we can give him..."

"The honorary instructor status has been given, the dean's order has been given, and a considerable amount of spirit stones, pills, and magical artifacts have been provided... What else is there?"