Chapter 162: Not Inferior to Men
His words revealed a sense of injustice and anger, but they were also filled with sympathy and understanding for Jiang Qishan’s circumstances.
"Dad and Mom were helpless..."
Jiang Qishan hurriedly defended his parents, fearing that Song Junde would misunderstand that his parents were ignorant, inconsiderate of their child’s future.
His words carried both a consideration for the hardships of his parents and a deep sense of helplessness about his own situation.
In Jiang Qishan’s eyes, there was a thirst for knowledge and a deep love for his family; between the two, there lay his most genuine struggle and conflict at the moment.
Song Junde’s gaze was profound as he looked at Jiang Qishan, as if he could see the persistence and struggle of a filial son in those slightly anxious eyes.
Jiang Qishan’s eyes were full of longing for the future, yet bound by the opposition of his family, a dilemma that couldn’t help but command Song Junde’s silent admiration.
He could feel that this young man did not harbor resentment because of his family’s misunderstanding. That respect and understanding for his parents added even more weight to his request.
"Don’t worry, I will do my best to persuade them, to give you a chance to participate in the autumn provincial examinations."
Song Junde’s words were gentle yet firm, like a pill of reassurance, which allowed Jiang Qishan’s tense heartstrings to relax slightly.
Gratitude was written all over Jiang Qishan’s face as he bowed repeatedly in thanks, his eyes twinkling with hope.