At this time, the Sixth Princess was sleeping well.
Xie Mingxi didn't want to wake up the Sixth Princess, so she went to bed lightly and almost silently, put on her shoes, then gently opened the door and walked out.
Fuyu, who was waiting outside the door, was also dozing off. He leaned his head against the pillar under the eaves of the corridor and slowly slid his head down. Then he closed his eyes and raised his head, leaning back to the original position.
As a maidservant, she seems to have nothing to do all day long, but in fact it is quite hard. She has to be by her master's side anytime and anywhere, ready for call at any time.
Xianghui on the side was still standing upright.
The rules in the palace are strict. As a palace maid, you have to stand for half a day. To do this like Fuyu is considered a breach of etiquette. At least you will be reprimanded, and at worst, you will get a slap in the face.
Hearing the footsteps, Xianghui immediately turned around and stepped forward to salute: "Third Miss."
Xie Mingxi smiled slightly: "No need to be polite."
Fuyu was awakened by the sound. She wiped the saliva from the corner of her mouth with shame on her face and walked forward with a blushing face: "I'm sorry, I accidentally fell asleep."
Xie Mingxi smiled casually and said: "It doesn't matter. I'm going to the mountain chief's dormitory. You come with me."
Fuyu responded quickly.
Xianghui didn't know that Xie Mingxi had become the disciple of Gu Shan. She was surprised, but she didn't ask any more questions. She respectfully watched Xie Mingxi's master and servant leave.
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Mr. Gu Shanchang is also used to taking naps every day, but today he specially shortened his nap time.
As soon as I sat down at the desk, there was a soft knock on the door: "Master, it's me."
Gu Shanchang frowned, stood up and opened the door.
Standing outside the door was Xie Mingxi, who had just become a disciple yesterday.
The courses at Lianchi Academy are very tightly scheduled, and there is no time during the day. At night, there are also various classes. Xie Mingxi also has to practice martial arts with Mr. Lian, so he is quite busy all day long.
Master Gu Shanchang used his lunch break to teach his disciples in a considerate way.
"There is a road to the mountain of books, and hard work is the path, and there is no limit to the sea of learning." Gu Shanzhang said lightly: "The time in youth is the most precious. This is true for men, and it is even more true for women."
"After a girl gets hairpins, she will get married. After getting married, she needs to have a husband, raise children, serve her parents-in-law, take care of the house, and do all kinds of trivial things, so she has no time to spare. Only girl time can focus on schoolwork."
"No matter how talented you are, you still need to work hard. Only in this way can you live up to your youth and the wisdom given by God."
"Mingxi, your talent is as good as I have seen in my life. However, people must not be arrogant or arrogant and lose their original intention. I hope you will be strong-willed and always have a humble heart."
Xie Mingxi was moved when she heard Gu Shanchang's heartfelt words, and she solemnly agreed.
In fact, Xie Mingxi is by no means the "firm and humble" person that Mr. Gu Shan said.
She is good at spying on people's hearts, and is good at playing and manipulating people's hearts. She is deep-minded and cold and ruthless. This is the deep imprint left on her body by decades of palace life. It has long been integrated into her blood and body and cannot be separated.
But Gu Shanchang is a completely different kind of person.
Bright as the scorching sun, broad as a river, hard as a mountain.
She will never be able to become such a fair, selfless and open-minded person as Gu Shanchang. However, this does not hinder her respect and admiration for Gu Shanchang at all!
Seeing that Xie Mingxi should be cautious, Gu Shanchang smiled happily: "It's good if you can listen to Jin's words as a teacher. You have learned all the subjects set by Lianchi Academy very well. I don't need to teach you again.
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"Your calligraphy is quite good, but there is still room for improvement. Today, I will teach you how to practice calligraphy."
Gu Shanchang is known as the master of calligraphy in the capital. His calligraphy is majestic and elegant, and he has his own style. There are countless people in the capital who want to pay a lot of money for calligraphy, but Gu Shanchang is aloof and aloof, and rarely writes for others.
Xie Mingxi had been yearning for it for a long time. Hearing this, his spirits perked up and his eyes filled with joy: "Thank you so much, Master."
Looking at Xie Mingxi with a happy face, Gu Shanchang also felt happy and joyful in his heart.
She has never had a disciple in her life, but now she has a beloved disciple whom she likes. She really likes her no matter how she looks at her. She wishes she could impart all her talents and knowledge to him immediately.
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Just half an hour passed in the blink of an eye.
The chime has sounded.
Gu Shanzhang said with some regret: "Put away your pen and ink and go to Haitang Academy! Come back tomorrow!"
Xie Mingxi responded respectfully, neatly put away the pen and ink, and tidied the desk.
Gu Shanchang looked in his eyes and nodded secretly.
For two consecutive days, Xie Mingxi came to practice calligraphy during her lunch break.
Gu Shanchang was in a good mood, and all the masters could see it.
Master Su and Master Ji came to ask for a drink, and Master Gu readily agreed. By the way, he said, "Tomorrow is the day of rest, and the Xie Mansion is hosting a banquet. As a master, I must come to support her."
face."
Lest anyone make an issue out of Xie Mingxi's commoner background.
Especially Princess Yongning, whose eyes are as high as her head! With her here, Princess Yongning can never make trouble!
Master Ji and Master Su immediately laughed and joked: "The mountain chief really cherishes his beloved disciple!"
"Yes! With the mountain chief coming to support him, who in the Xie family would dare to treat Xie Mingxi so slowly?"
Gu Shan smiled without saying a word, his eyes flashing with light...
This is the light of the calf protector!
Master Ji and Master Su looked at each other and smiled.
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The next day, Xie Mansion.
The Xie family had little foundation in the capital. Apart from the rest of the Xie family, they had no relatives of the same clan. Therefore, the Xie Mansion held a banquet, and most of the people who came to the banquet were Xie Jun's colleagues and friends.
Honglu Temple is a leisurely place, and there are not many serious errands throughout the year. The officials of Honglu Temple also regard "eating and waiting for death" as their greatest ambition in life. They are quite enthusiastic about drinking and banquets.
Because of Xie Mingxi's fame, everyone is quite curious about Miss Xie San. Almost all those who accepted Xie Jun's invitation came today. There is no problem in filling five or six seats.
In the past, women's emphasis was on "chastity and tranquility" and never leaving the door. Over the past ten years, it has become a fashion for women in Daqi to study. The custom has also changed quietly and unconsciously.
Sitting in the boudoir all day without seeing anyone? What kind of lady from a famous family is she?
A true noblewoman in the capital should be like Empress Yu and Gu Shanchang, who are rich in knowledge and know-how. They should stand calmly in front of others and show off their elegance.
Therefore, when Xie Jun led Xie Mingxi to appear in front of his colleagues and friends with a proud look on his face, not only did everyone not find it awkward, but they all praised him.
"Miss Xie San is outstanding in talent and knowledge and is well-known in the capital. When I see her today, she is even more famous!"
"Thank you, sir, for teaching your daughter well! You make us feel ashamed!"
"If my unscrupulous girl could be half as good as Miss Xie San, I would be satisfied."
Amidst the compliments and compliments from everyone, Xie Mingxi smiled slightly, neither humble nor arrogant, nor did she get carried away.
Xie Jun, on the other hand, was flattered by everyone's praise and laughed from time to time.
If your daughter has a promising future, your father's reputation will be bright. It's much better than relying on Princess Yongning to show off!
The concierge came to report: "Master, Chief Gu Shan has arrived." (To be continued)
