lcionline Chapter 121 What kind of "filial piety" is this?
Chapter 121 What kind of "filial piety" is this?
Lin Shiming had been in this world for eighteen years and had never met anyone as interesting as himself. He had always thought that in this feudal society of ancient times, he would always be the most eccentric one.
I never expected to see such an eye-opening experience today.
He squatted down with great interest and poked Lou Yunsu's head with his finger again.
"You really won't get up?"
Lou Yunsu remained motionless. "Just consider me dead."
Lin Shiming laughed even harder, stood up and circled Lou Yunsu twice. His bright eyes clearly showed that he had another mischievous idea.
Lu Yuxi and Emperor Longyun, who were behind them, were also tired after seeing so many students, so they simply sat down and leisurely drank tea to rest, letting Lin Shiming do whatever he wanted.
Lin Shiming was indeed even more interested in this intriguing person. He narrowed his eyes and grinned mischievously. "Which family are you from? Don't you know that disrespecting the emperor will not only punish you personally, but also implicate your entire family? Playing dead won't do you any good."
Lou Yunsu, who was still lying on the spot, thought about it carefully for a while. Finally, he had a change of heart for his family and slowly raised his head, revealing a face that was a little dusty but still very handsome.
"I...no, I am a student. My cousin raised me. He treats me like his own child, and I regard him as my father. He taught me all my manners and etiquette. If you, sir, wish to punish me, please do not let him go!"
What kind of "filial piety" is this, causing such a stir?
Emperor Longyun stared in astonishment, and Lu Yuxi, who was drinking tea, almost spat out her water.
"Lou Yunsu, does your cousin know he has a son as big as you?" Emperor Longyun, who had originally planned to watch the show, couldn't help but ask, "Are you and Xiao Feng really blood cousins?"
They don't seem like each other at all, from their minds to their personalities! It's more believable that he's Lin Shiming's son than Xiao Feng's cousin.
Unfortunately, that was the reality. Seeing that the distinguished guests didn't seem to care about him, Lou Yunsu finally breathed a sigh of relief, struggled to his feet, and knelt down gracefully.
"Your Majesty, Xiao Feng is indeed the only son of my aunt. My father thought my cousin was very learned, so he arranged for me to spend a lot of time with him, hoping that I would be influenced by his company. Therefore, he raised me!"
We've been fighting since we were kids, so I guess you could say I raised him from scratch!
Emperor Longyun choked up, finding it hard not to suspect that Lou Yunsu's father was actually so angry with his son that he had left him to be disciplined by his nephew.
It's a pity that Xiao Feng seems to have met his match, as he hasn't succeeded at all.
Ah! My son is the most considerate! He doesn't cause me any trouble at all!
Emperor Longyun took a sip of tea with great satisfaction, his face full of enjoyment.
Lu Yuxi glanced at Lin Shiming, who was still in high spirits, and thought about how Lin Shiming had repeatedly broken his composure, a man who could remain calm even if Mount Tai collapsed in front of him. For the first time, she felt a sense of pity and sympathy for Xiao Feng, her cold and unyielding brother-in-law.
Let's host a banquet another day so that my brother-in-law and sister's husband can get to know each other. They're sure to have a lot in common.
Having made up her mind, Lu Yuxi's gaze fell on Lin Shiming, who was already harboring a bad idea.
"I see!" Lin Shiming, who never misses a good show, chimed in, "Then what do you think is the proper way for me to punish your cousin?"
"I know how to do this!" Lou Yunsu's eyes lit up. He had been pondering this problem since he was a child, hoping to one day succeed in doing so.
Sure enough! Opportunity always favors the prepared!
"I think my cousin is too impolite. His cold and aloof manner is hardly pleasing to Her Highness the Princess! Why don't we send Her Highness a few male concubines to make him feel a little threatened and learn how to win her favor!"
Hahahaha! You didn't expect that, did you, my dear cousin! You won't let me spout nonsense in front of my cousin-in-law, Princess, then I'll spout nonsense in front of His Majesty!
How could Xiao Feng, that expressionless guy, be worthy of my gentle and virtuous cousin-in-law? I'd be waking up in the middle of the night if I didn't annoy him!
Lou Yunsu smiled smugly, "You'd better send a few more sweet-talking and bold girls, lest they be scared back by Xiao Feng's cold face!"
Lou Yunsu's wicked inner self was already dancing wildly. Lin Shiming clicked his tongue in amazement at his smug expression.
I've really learned something new today. He only dares to say his brother has "kidney deficiency," but this guy actually sent his cousin's wife a "concubine"!
If it were him, his brother Lin Shi would definitely beat him so badly that he wouldn't be able to get out of bed for months.
How audacious and cunning! Lin Shiming's eyes darted around; Lou Yunsu was someone worth befriending!
He decisively moved closer to Lou Yunsu, saying, "I like you!"
Lu Yuxi, who was calmly drinking tea behind him, suddenly became alert. She slammed her cup down on the table and got up to walk towards Lin Shiming.
Emperor Longyun's eyes, which had been watching the spectacle unfold, fell on his own son.
"Shiming! Stop fooling around and come back!"
What did I do wrong?
Lin Shiming pouted and reluctantly let Lu Yuxi pull him to the back, his eyes lingering on Lou Yunsu with a hint of regret.
Lu Yuxi breathed a slight sigh of relief after settling Lin Shiming on the couch.
He turned to look at Emperor Longyun, who hadn't yet managed to shake off his amused expression, and said with a stern face, "Father, aren't you tired? Let's get down to business."
After saying that, I ordered that brat to disappear from the Xuanzheng Hall immediately!
Sensing the overwhelming resentment of his own son, Emperor Longyun finally withdrew his gaze with great regret.
"Alright. Let's get down to business. I know you didn't mean it," anyone's legs get stiff from standing for so long, and Emperor Longyun wasn't the kind of person to be mean-spirited, so he didn't hold a grudge over such a trivial matter. "Get up. You're Xiao Feng's cousin, so you can be considered family."
When it comes to serious matters, Lou Yunsu is actually quite reliable. He suppressed his playful impulses, obediently stood up, and stood properly.
How did you do with the tasks assigned to you today?
A job? You got a job before even entering the court?
Lin Shiming, who was being strictly "monitored" by Lu Yuxi, curiously peeked out, only to be immediately pushed back down by Lu Yuxi, the "prison guard."
Lou Yunsu replied earnestly, "Your Majesty, before I entered the palace, the students who had passed the imperial examinations were already discussing plans to follow Your Majesty in reforming the new policies after entering the court."
Emperor Longyun nodded. Xiao Feng was indeed reliable; he had chosen the right person and handled the matter well.
"I have also seen your examination paper, and you answered it well. Your appearance is also the most pleasing to the eye among the top ten, not much inferior to your cousin." Emperor Longyun spoke kindly, "Go back and dress up properly, and be a handsome third-place scholar tomorrow, so as not to embarrass your cousin."
Lou Yunsu's pupils dilated with immense joy. "This student thanks Your Majesty for your great favor!"
"Hmm. Go ahead." Emperor Longyun waved for him to leave, but then, as if remembering something, he called out to Lou Yunsu, who was about to leave, "Wait."
"Didn't you want me to teach Xiao Feng a lesson and send a few male concubines to the princess's residence? I think you are good-looking and knowledgeable, and you can also speak well. Why don't I just choose you directly? That way, you and Xiao Feng can 'share a wife as brothers,' be of one mind and one heart, and live in harmony. That would be a good story."