A Top Scholar From A Humble Background.

Summary

Shen Xi settled Li Jin in and provided her with ten taels of silver for her expenses, ensuring she managed her new status. He emphasized her confinement to the courtyard until the Li family case was resolved. As New Year's Eve approached, Shen Xi prepared gifts for family and friends, avoiding the exhausting gift exchanges with superiors. His supportive wife, Xie Yun Er, efficiently managed the gift list. Unexpectedly, lavish gifts from the palace arrived, delighting Xie Yun Er. Shen Xi felt a complex attachment to Hui Niang, contrasting with his wife's admiration for her. Later, he visited Xie Duo, who shared insights on the upcoming provincial examinations, hinting at Shen Xi's potential mentorship role.

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