Chapter 318 - Chapter 318: Chapter 318: Going to the Provincial City for Examination^ (1/2)

Chapter 318: Chapter 318: Going to the Provincial City for Examination^

Anzhou Academy.

After class, students were heading to their residences. Wei Yichen was walking when he was stopped by Xiu Fengyuan.

“Brother Xiu, what can I do for you?”

“The matter concerning your elder sister is not of my own will,” said Xiu Fengyuan.

“What matter?” Wei Yichen looked puzzled at Xiu Fengyuan.

“My grandfather suddenly changed his mind and selected another woman for me to marry,” said Xiu Fengyuan.

Upon hearing these words, Wei Yichen was slightly taken aback for two seconds, then he felt somewhat happy, as this issue seemed finally resolved: “Brother Xiu, don’t be upset, I’m sure you can find a even better match in the future.”

Yet, Xiu Fengyuan insisted, “Brother Wei, you still don’t understand me. To me, your elder sister is different. If I had not met her, I would have willingly complied with my parents’ arrangement and married someone they consider suitable. But now I have my own ideas.”

Wei Yichen looked at Xiu Fengyuan’s serious expression and felt a bit emotional.

Wei Yichen comforted him, saying, “Brother Xiu, some things can’t be forced. My elder sister is not interested in you, and now even your elders don’t approve, I guess you two are really not meant to be. It might be better to let go.” Xiu Fengyuan looked downcast, “Brother Wei, I won’t give up so easily. I need to go home and ask my grandparents about this.”

“Brother Xiu, the provincial examination is approaching, you should prioritize your studies,” Wei Yichen advised.

He hoped that Xiu Fengyuan would concentrate on his studies, thus slowly forgetting about his elder sister.

When it comes to the provincial examination, Xiu Fengyuan indeed calmed down a bit; he really shouldn’t be disturbed by love affairs at this moment.

“I understand. I will tell my grandparents to delay the marriage discussions and wait until after I pass the examination.”

Xiu Fengyuan made a decision on the spot. He didn’t want to disturb Wei’s eldest daughter right now, but he also wanted to prevent his family from arranging another marriage for him.

Hearing Xiu Fengyuan’s words, Wei Yichen was unsure whether to be happy or worried for a moment. But at least, for the short-term, his elder sister no longer needed to deal with the troubles of discussing marriage with the Xiu Family.

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On the 15th of July, Wei Yichen returned home.

His trip was mainly for two things: one is to send off his father who was returning to the military camp after today.

The second matter was about the provincial examination.

The provincial examination required students to travel to the capital city, and many students, in order to better prepare for the examination, would move to the Capital City in advance to ensure nothing unexpected would affect their participation in the examination.

Now, the students of Anzhou Academy have also started to leave for the Capital City one after another.

Those from wealthier families, like Xiu Family, had already prepared a residence for Xiu Fengyuan in the Capital City.

For those with less fortune, they would rent a quiet house in advance and have a servant accompany them.

Of course, there were also those who chose to stay at the inn. There are inns specifically for long-term rental to examinees; and the prices were relatively cheap while the environment was decent.

Wei Yichen had returned home to discuss this matter with his parents.

Knowing the situation at home, his father was an honest official and, as a result, their income was meager. Plus, the family itself didn’t have much extra income, so he planned to stay at the inn like most students.

After returning home, Wei Yichen, as always, first went to see Wei Mingting and Yun.

Today was a rest day, but other members of the family were present, except for Wei Ruo.