Chapter 892: Side Story, Xia Hongming and Tang Huaixiao 11

Translator: Henyee Translations Editor: Henyee Translations

w.a.n.g Xinlan echoed, I had the same idea long ago. The emperor didnt say how long he wanted us to teach his children. We cant possibly teach them forever, right? A few days ago, my family sent a letter to me asking when 1 would return home.

Tong Xia nodded. Its indeed about time. Why dont we hand in a resignation letter together?

The three of them looked at Tang Huaixiao.

Tang Huaixiao nodded. Xia Hongming hadnt had a headache in a long time. He should have recovered. After the incident with Zhen Pin, he hadnt looked for her and the two of them hadnt seen each other. Since he had recovered, she could leave.

The four of them handed in their resignation letters.

After a few months of interaction, the four of them were already very familiar with each other.

It had been a few days since the resignation letter was handed in, but there was still no news.

However, they didnt take it seriously. After school, they ate, drank, and had fun as usual.

On this day, a palace servant rushed into the courtyard with something bright yellow in his hand.

The other eunuchs all knelt down.

The four of them looked at each other and knelt down.

The emperor has issued an imperial edict. The four teachers are outstanding and have been teaching for more than a few months. His Majesty will a.s.sess his children. After the prince and princess pa.s.s the a.s.sessment, His Majesty will allow you to return. If they cant pa.s.s the a.s.sessment, you will have to stay to continue teaching the prince and princess.

After the eunuch finished reading the edict, he handed it to the four of them.

The four of them smiled.

Tong Xia said with a smile, It seems that we can leave now. I cant wait to ride my horse across the vast wilderness.

Xiang Xinlan nodded in agreement. They stretched and began to discuss how to arrange their return trip after leaving the capital.

When he returned to the hall, the eunuch reported in a low voice, Your Majesty, when the four teachers heard that they could go back, they were extremely happy. They said that there is no freedom in the palace.

The eunuch thought that Xia Hongming was going to flare up, but Xia Hongming only looked unhappy and did not say anything.

The a.s.sessment was set on the fourth of March.

Xia Hongming would personally a.s.sess his children.

The princes and princesses all pa.s.sed the curriculum taught by Xiang Hong, Xin Lan, and Tong Xia. However, when it came to Tang Huaixiaos curriculum, they all failed.

Xia Hongming glanced at Tang Huaixiao. Im afraid Teacher Tang will have to stay for a few more days to consolidate the foundation for my children. Teacher w.a.n.g, Teacher Xiang, Teacher Tong, Ive already prepared a handsome reward for you. You can leave the palace at any time.

After saying that, Xia Hongming stood up and left.

Xiang Hong and the others did not even have a chance to speak.

When Xia Hongming returned to the palace, he sent a secret guard to find out if Tang Huaixiao had any reaction.

The guard returned and reported, Teacher Tang was not angry. She just ate alone and practiced archery for a while. Then, she brought a pot of wine to the roof to drink before returning to her room to sleep.

Xia Hongming felt bad. He waved his hand and the secret guard left.

He asked Tang Huaixiao to stay. Tang Huaixiao was not dissatisfied and continued to teach.

Xia Hongming had waited for a month, but he couldnt wait any longer.

After the court session ended, they went to Plum Blossom Pavilion to ask about the princes learning progress.

After dismissing the servants, Xia Hongming said, Teacher Tang is so happy and carefree. Im so envious.

Before becoming the emperor, he could not leave the palace at will. After ascending the throne, there were many trivial matters he had to handle. Therefore, he would never be able to live a carefree life. Standing within the walls of the palace, he felt a sense of suffocation.

Tang Huaixiao felt that Xia Hongming was in a bad mood. She looked at Xia Hongming. Your Majesty, are you still suffering from a headache recently?

Xia Hongming shook his head. No.

Xia Hongming hesitated for a moment before asking, Can you tell me what it was like between you and s.h.i.+ Jiu?

Tang Huaixiao knocked on the table and said calmly, The Tang family was plagued by the curse. At that time, we heard that there was a master in the capital, so my brother and I decided to enter the capital to invite her. Before we entered the capital, we met s.h.i.+ Jiu. He was covered in injuries. My brother and I saved him. Because there were a.s.sa.s.sins, we had no choice but to return to Jiufang City.

At that time, s.h.i.+ Jiu had been unconscious. It was me who took care of him. After a few twists and turns, I managed to shake off the people who were chasing after him. When we were about to return to Jiufang City, s.h.i.+ Jiu woke up. He had no memories and did not know who he was. I was ugly and not one liked me. My brother forced him to marry me as repayment for saving him. He agreed.

I know that Im not worthy of him. He didnt dislike me. Later, Miss Liu was asked to come and look for him. Only then did we know that s.h.i.+ Jiu is you, but he doesnt have any memories of you. He has an independent consciousness. We completed the marriage. Dont worry, we didnt consummate the marriage. He loves me, but were not fated. When you came back, s.h.i.+ Jiu was gone. Thats all. Theres nothing special.

Tang Huaixiao spoke calmly, but her tone gradually became gentle.

Xia Hongming knew that Tang Huaixiao also loved s.h.i.+ Jiu, but only s.h.i.+ Jiu, not him.

Xia Hongming gulped. Has s.h.i.+ Jiu seen your true appearance? Im not a superficial person who judges people by their appearance.. You definitely wont believe me if I say that 1 like you a little, right?