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The prince and Jiang Junli exchanged a glance, realizing their attempts at persuasion were futile, so they fell silent.
The prince couldn’t help but remark, “Scholar Song and Lady Jiang truly have a deep and admirable bond as a married couple.”
“My Wife, Jiang Mixia is my benefactor, treating me with genuine kindness. Naturally, I should do my best to reciprocate,” Song Jingyun expressed his innermost thoughts without reservation.
Having come from a distant planet to such an unfamiliar place, he was filled with apprehension, ignorance, and even fear about everything here.
At times, he wondered if, as an outsider, he could truly survive in this world.
But he was fortunate to have met Lady Jiang.
She didn’t shun him; instead, she patiently taught him, protected him from others, and even treated him like her own, satisfying his daily needs and desires.
Therefore, he had to do everything in his power for his wife.
Seeing Song Jingyun speak with such sincerity and gravity, without any pretense or concealment, both the prince and Jiang Junli nodded in agreement, “Scholar Song’s words are truly commendable.”
“In that case, we won’t keep Scholar Song any longer. We’ll meet again another day for a gathering,” the prince stood up, and together with Jiang Junli, escorted Song Jingyun out.
“Please, take care,” Song Jingyun bid farewell with a courteous gesture.
Watching Song Jingyun’s figure disappear into the twilight, Jiang Junli became even more impressed, “Scholar Song is truly a person of deep emotions and character.”
“Indeed,” the prince nodded repeatedly, “Well-read, insightful, loyal, and righteous—a pillar of the nation!”
Such individuals were precisely what he and his father had been seeking, individuals who could serve the country and its people with dedication!
The prince grew increasingly appreciative of Song Jingyun, firmly believing that such a talented individual must be utilized by the court. Moreover, given that Song Jingyun would be participating in the examinations this year, he saw an opportunity to compete and gauge who was stronger!
Lost in these thoughts, the prince returned to the Prince’s Mansion still wearing a broad smile on his face.
“Why is His Highness so delighted?” Xun Yuanbai asked, smiling warmly.
Interrupted in his thoughts, the prince realized that Xun Yuanbai was unexpectedly in his residence. The smile on his face faded considerably, and his expression turned cold in an instant. “Since the Imperial Teacher is not by the Emperor’s side, what business do you have coming to my residence, Prince Xun?”
The prince, always pragmatic, believed that the stability of the country relied on the benevolent governance of its ruler, with a compassionate and thoughtful approach that considered the people’s well-being. He valued the support of the common folk, rather than relying on elusive and nonexistent divine entities.
The prince held a strong disdain for individuals like the Imperial Teacher, who focused on interpreting celestial signs and solely revolved around pleasing the Emperor. Consequently, he had a deep aversion towards Xun Yuanbai. In this moment, he didn’t even spare him a trace of respect.
Having spent many years in the capital and frequently attending to the Emperor, Xun Yuanbai was well aware of the prince’s attitude towards him. However, he remained unperturbed, simply smiling and saying, “I have observed the celestial signs and noticed that Your Highness’s fortune is being influenced by them. That’s why I have come to offer a few words of advice…”
“Are you implying that I, as the prince, am currently facing unfavorable celestial alignments and impending misfortune, and I must heed your counsel to avoid it?”
The prince snorted coldly, “If that’s the case, then I truly owe the Imperial Teacher an apology. I have never believed in the notions of fortune and misfortune, so there is no need for the Imperial Teacher to trouble himself.”