While Yang Ruqing in the capital city thousands of miles away was persuading dignitaries to invest in her business for profit sharing, Yang Huazhong's family in Changping Village was hosting relatives and friends with a self-funded feast.

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Because Dayan came back from the capital, relatives and friends from all over heard the news and rushed to visit.

Also, some of Da An's classmates from when he was in town had also been invited to come as guests.

Yang Huazhong and Mrs. Sun got together and decided to invite five more people. They set up a few tables of wine and dishes to entertain everyone. At the banquet, they told everyone about their daughter's upcoming marriage and invited them to attend the wedding feast!

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Mu Zichuan and Dayan were at the same table, one was the top scholar and the other was the number one scholar, both of them were erudite scholars. Let me know if you'd like to translate anything else! ?

When two people are together, there's no end to the things they can talk about.

While Yang Huazhong was busy greeting guests, Xia Hua replaced Sun Shi and was responsible for receiving the female guests.

After more than a year living in the capital, Xiaohua had become Da An's capable wife. She had already mastered the basic interactions with other women in high society.

Mrs. Sun was worried that her daughter-in-law, who was pregnant, would get tired from doing too much housework, so she couldn't help but lend a hand.

...the courtyard kitchen was completely turned over to Da Sun shi and Bao Suyun, Wang Cuilian taking care of it...

“Grandpa, where is my elder brother?” Dangan drew a breath and came to Old Yang's side, bowing his head to ask.

Though all the guests are here, Brother is nowhere to be seen. Although Second Uncle had heard about what happened in the main house these past two days, these things have passed. People should look forward, as the book says: "Who among mortals can be without fault? If one makes a mistake, correct it. There is nothing greater than this."

Hearing Dà'ān's question, Lao Yángtóu was quite pleased.

"You've risen to great heights now, it's wonderful that you still remember your older cousin. He went to his in-laws' home in Liaojia Village two days ago and will probably stay there for a few days before returning." The old man said.

Da An nodded: "Big brother has a kind heart, this is a good thing, then let big brother come back, and we brothers will have a good talk."

Lao Yang nodded, unable to help but grasp Da An's hand. Every wrinkle in the corner of his eyes was filled with sincerity and pleading.

"Da'an, I want to have a word with you in private. You're doing well now, but your older brother is still struggling. If you get the chance, please help him out. You are both brothers, descendants of our Yang family. Helping each other will make our Yang family even stronger and more prosperous. Remember that."

Daa'n was taken aback, then remembered the incessant chatter of Xiaoduo and Xiaohua these past few days about how the old man was biased.

At first, I was half believing and half doubting. But seeing the old man's scorching gaze, Da An believed it fully.

"Grandfather, you don't need to remind me about these things. Your grandson understands them well. Please rest assured, I will always help my elder brother whenever I have the opportunity," Da An said.

"But that's only if elder brother passes the township examination and becomes a juren first."

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He has no official rank or achievements, so even if I wanted to promote him, there's no basis for it. Should I arrange for my elder brother, who holds the scholar's status, to work in some government office?

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But he wasn't qualified to do those honorable things, and he didn't seem to care for the things he *could* do, which was rather awkward.

Therefore, the prerequisite is to first pass the juren examination. Passing the juren examination is equivalent to retiring.

Lao Yang also understood what Da An was saying.

Old Yang nodded repeatedly, "You're right. I'll tell him to study harder and prepare for next year's provincial examination. By the way, Da'an, your older brother has been teaching and studying at home these past few years without going to academies in town or the county. I worry that he's out of touch with current trends. He doesn't know the focus of the exam anymore. You've just returned from the capital and must be well-informed on this matter. When your older brother returns, you should have a good talk with him, give him some advice, and help him avoid detours, wouldn't that be great?"

Da An smiled and nodded: "As long as Big Brother is willing to accept my advice, and doesn't mind this younger brother being presumptuous, I am naturally willing to help him."

The old man this time really laughed from the heart: "Don't worry, your brother will understand your good intentions, and so will I."

Tai'an nodded.

Then, to express his admiration for Dangan, the grandson, Old Yang praised Feng'er to the heavens.

He's truly one of a kind, a prodigy!

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Dā'ān raised his hand and stroked his temples, a little embarrassed.

Just then, a classmate came looking for him, and Da An seized the opportunity to quickly escape from Lao Yang's clutches.

As he was leaving, Old Yang's voice still rang out behind him, reminding him to never forget what they had just said.

In the afternoon, the guests had already left.

Da An accepted Mu Zi Chuan's invitation and went to the Mu family for a small drink and a game of chess.

Before leaving, I didn't forget to 'say goodbye' to Xiaohua privately. Tonight, I plan to stay up late and chat with my close friend Muzi Chuan by candlelight. I will return home tomorrow.

Little Flower was a gentle and virtuous woman, understanding and considerate. Naturally, she supported Da An's decision.

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As he was leaving, he also took his cloak and put it on Dà'ān to keep him warm during the night.

After Da'an left, the women had finished their meal, cleared the dishes, and gathered in the main hall to chat.

The main room wasn't just filled with two or three warm tubs, but also had charcoal braziers going, making it warm and cozy, almost like spring.

Although the custom in this area is for women to conceal their pregnancy during the first three months, most people can hardly keep it a secret.

For example, Yang Huamei, or Xiaojie, there will always be some kind of incident that causes this matter to become public.

And at this moment, Xiaohua is the same way.

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It wasn't because her overly intense morning sickness revealed it, but rather the excitement overwhelmed Mrs. Sun, and she couldn't help but tell Grandaunt Sun and Bao Suyun.

Thus, at this moment, the women gathered in the main hall, but their conversation revolved around Xiaohua.

The women, drawing upon their own past experiences, shared their insights and offered advice to Xiaohua.

Xiaohua and Xiaodu were both sitting in the same warm tub. Compared to Xiaohua's laziness, Xiaodu listened with bright eyes.

"I guess we talked to the wrong person," Da Sun couldn't help but tease, "Hua'er seems uninterested, but Duo'er has her ears perked up, listening attentively. Hahaha..."

Having been reminded by Da Sūn, everyone indeed noticed this.

All the little flowers blushed crimson.

Xiaoduo said, "I'm listening for Xiaohua. People say that after giving birth, women become foolish for three years. I'm afraid she won't remember, so I'll have to tell her again when we get home!"

Little Flower then blushed and said, "Aunt, you misunderstood me. I wasn't careless at all. I really enjoy listening, and I know that you are sincerely trying to help me by sharing your experiences. It's just that my waist is a bit sore today, and I just feel like lying down and leaning back to listen. I remember everything you said!"

Da Sun smiled and nodded: "Auntie is teasing you. However, these things you should already know, you have given birth to Feng'er before, you have experience."

Little Flower smiled gently.

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