Chapter 249 - 125: Feeling Neglected (2)
Before we knew it, it was mid-October. One noon that day, Sang Yufei, accompanied by Shi Ming, finally arrived at the Shi Mansion, where they received a warm welcome from everyone.
As expected, Shi Fenghua took leave from the academy to return home. His master at the academy, upon hearing that this year’s Xie Yuan would be a guest in his household, not only readily granted the leave but also earnestly admonished him to learn diligently from Xie Yuanlang, as such an opportunity would be all benefit and no harm.
The fellow students at the academy, upon hearing the news, were all envious and requested him to invite the Xie Yuanlang over for a gathering so they could learn from one another. Shi Fenghua, unable to decline, reluctantly agreed. His classmates were overjoyed and pressed him to set a date, leaving Shi Fenghua with no choice but to yield.
All was well in the Shi family, and Shi Fenghua enjoyed a very pleasant conversation with Sang Yufei. The only discordant note came from Ren Zhixian.
When Sang Yufei arrived with Shi Ming, Ren Zhixian recognized the servant who had once served him and exclaimed in surprise, "Eh? Isn’t this Shi Ming? When did you start following Brother Sang?"
"Master Ren!" Shi Ming greeted him with a bow, a hint of smugness and confidence on his face, standing proudly by Sang Yufei’s side. There was a sense of having vented some frustration. You scorned me, right? But Xie Yuanlang doesn’t despise me, showing just how poor your judgment is!
"Third Young Master was in need of someone by his side, and I thought Shi Ming was suitable, so I gave him to Third Young Master. Now, he is Third Young Master’s study attendant," Shi Fengju said with a faint smile.
"Shi Ming is very efficient in his duties; I haven’t had the chance to properly thank my brother-in-law yet," Sang Yufei said with a smile as he clasped his hands together in a polite gesture.
"You’re too polite, Third Brother!" Shi Fengju said with a smile.