Golden Age Legitimate Fei

Chapter 35: A Leisurely Life vs Boiling Water, Rage Fires

Chapter 35: A Leisurely Life vs Boiling Water, Rage Fires

It was not until Ye Li arrived at Xu Manor that she realized Xu Qing Chen's words to Old Madam Ye were not merely courtesy. In fact, the day after her arrival, her Second Aunt personally invited Duke Hua of the First Rank's Madam to teach her how to manage a household and the relationship between royalty and various foreign powers and dignitaries, government officials, and nobility. Furthermore, two mamas from the palace were invited to teach her proper etiquette and ceremonies. After the lessons, it's afternoon and more lessons. First, Xu Hong Yu personally explains strategic planning and stratagems. Afterward comes Xu Qing Chen, teaching her how to inspect and appreciate antiques. Conveniently, he also takes the time to describe the powers of the families within the capital.

Ye Li had always been confident in herself since she had lived another lifetime; the amount of knowledge that she has consumed can be considered not too small. Now, seeing her uncles and cousins, it would seem like the distance between her and a virtuous noble lady was quite far. So, similar to her previous life when she studied for her college exams and other tests, she tried hard to stuff all the knowledge they gave her into her head in a short amount of time.

"Young Miss, Young Miss Qin has come for a visit." Qing Shuang came forward and announced.

Ye Li sat in the pavilion, playing Go with Xu Qing Bai. Xu Qing Yan sat to one side and observed the battle. In these days, it was not only Ye Li being force-fed knowledge. Even Qing Shuang and Qing Xia were forced to learn by Lin mama. Though the time was short, Qing Shuang's personality was much more reliable and calm than before.

Xu Qing Yan's eyes brightened. He laughed and said: "Oh? Future Second sister-in-law?"

Xu Qing Bai placed his chess piece on the board. He chuckled and said to Ye Li: "Since there is a guest, let's continue tomorrow."

Naturally, Ye Li agreed. Compared to Go, she much-preferred chess. Go required the player to be patient, not making any reckless or quick moves. It required making macro judgments of the entire board, building a solid foundation, and probing your enemies. Chess was much quicker — letting your horse (chess piece) rampage and fighting fiercely at the front lines.

After Ye Li placed down her Go piece, she said: "I am not good at Go; I'm afraid older cousin has lost his patience."

Xu Qing Bai stood and replied good-naturedly: "Compared to little Five, I would rather sit and play with you."

Little Fifth Xu: the worst person at Go within the Xu Family. Though his moves were very mediocre, he was devoted to the game. Unfortunately, even the servants of the Xu family looked down at his skills. After listening to Xu Qing Bai's words, Xu Qing Yan's face fell and he looked mournfully at Ye Li. Ye Li couldn't endure it and the corner of her lips lifted. She really didn't know if Fourth Brother was praising her or hurting her.

Qin Zheng quickly came in. Coincidentally, Xu Qing Bai brought Xu Qing Yan out.

"Li-er, it seems like you are living quite comfortably at Xu Manor?" Qin Zheng said as she stood outside the pavilion and looked at Ye Li with a laugh.

Ye Li's expression brightened and pulled Qin Zheng over. "I never knew I had so much to learn."

Qin Zheng covered her lips as she laughed: "Auntie Ye went too early. The things that you have to learn are naturally a bit more. This kind of stuff, who between us did not have to learn since young? Moreover, you are not marrying into a common family, but the Prince of the First Rank's manor. You can't blame Uncle Xu and them for being so cautious."

Ye Li remembered that she had books on the art of war in her room. They were definitely considered to be great works, but her face blackened. If someone didn't know, they would think she was going off to battle not getting married. But compared to the books given to her by Lin-mama and her wet nurse that dealt with the virtues of a woman, Ye Li preferred the art of war which was more practical and entertaining.