Joyful Motherhood in a Rural Family-Chapter 1014 - 1013

Chapter 1014: Chapter 1013

Chapter 1014 -1013

Finally made it to the top!

Liu Sisi’s legs were so sore and weak that they hardly felt like her own.

She stealthily glanced at Elder Mr. Xu and found that he was in a similar state, with both legs shaking nonstop, yet still trying to maintain composure.

In her heart, she had already made a silent resolution that next time she went up the mountain, she would definitely take a carriage up from the other side and never walk again!

“Sit down, let’s sit and talk,” Liu Sisi invited everyone.

Xia Hongyuan seemed very interested in Elder Mr. Xu, his gaze constantly drifting toward him. Even the teachers from the Liu Family and the Di Family, who usually seemed like archenemies, set aside their prejudices and focused their attention on Elder Mr. Xu.

“This must be Mr. Xu, right? Truly, it is better to see once than to hear a hundred times,” Xia Hongyuan said without beating around the bush, his initial question that explosive.

“Nice to meet you, I am indeed Mr. Xu. And you must be Principal Xia? It is indeed better to meet in person than to hear of your reputation,” Elder Xu did not back down either, and the two of them were like opposing needles, neither willing to give in.

“Alright, since you already know each other, sit down and talk. We are all tired, thirsty, and hungry from the journey; let’s have some tea to rest for a while, and talk about other matters later,” Liu Sisi directed these words mainly at Xia Hongyuan.

Xia Hongyuan had a particularly strong sense of crisis and could not tolerate anyone who was more capable than him, especially someone like Elder Xu who was not only capable but also a formidable opponent.

When he was first ordered to come to this forsaken place to teach, he had not expected that nearly eight years would pass and His Majesty seemed to have completely forgotten about him, not inquiring about him at all.

Fortunately, life here was particularly free, and having lived here for a long time, he no longer wished to return to the capital. Naturally, he felt threatened by any opponent who could have a negative impact on him.

However, he dared not ignore Liu Sisi’s words.

“Princess, the meals are prepared. Would you like to eat now, or wait until later?”

“Let’s wait a little longer.”

Considering the exhaustion of the journey, Liu Sisi really didn’t feel like moving, “Principal Xia, how many students are currently enrolled in the academy? How many teachers are there? Are classes in session at this time?”

Xia Hongyuan was slightly taken aback by these questions—hadn’t he already reported all this to Princess Ruyu?

He could only report again, “Reporting to the Princess, there are currently 34 students in the academy, including three who enrolled in the last two days. There are 23 teachers handling teaching duties. Indeed, classes are in session at this time, and today, in the morning, it happens to be martial arts class and the outdoor sports class. Would the Princess like to go and observe?”

New students enrolling was always a good thing!

Liu Sisi was immediately delighted, “After climbing the hill all morning, I won’t go to watch the class. It is laudable that the students are doing well in their studies, but you must not become arrogant and complacent. It’s great to have new students coming in; remember to bring everything that’s necessary and teach them hands-on practical skills.”

Many young masters, accustomed to a life of leisure, knew nothing practical, but the academy did not care whether you knew anything before; they would teach you until you could pass the assessment and only then allow you to stay on.

It was Liu Sisi who arranged these martial arts and outdoor sports classes, and many came from far and wide specifically for these courses.

“Your Highness can rest assured, this elder always keeps your instructions in mind and remains vigilant, never daring to forget,” Xia Hongyuan said earnestly.

Once Liu Sisi had rested enough, she then moved to have her meal.

Perhaps it was really the fatigue of the journey, but Liu Sisi ate half a bowl more cooked dishes than usual.

The food on the mountain was robust, and although the dishes were ordinary, everyone had been tired all morning and no one was being polite. They indeed ate much more than usual.

Finally, after everyone had their fill of food and wine, Liu Sisi introduced Xia Hongyuan to the group, “This is Elder Mr. Xu, Elder Xu, this is Dean Xia Hongyuan, this person is in charge of discipline, this one is…”

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She prattled on for quite some time before finally saying, “This is Elder Xu, I presume you all recognize him by now? However, Elder Xu has been invited by me, and from now on, he will act as the Vice Dean of the academy, responsible for important tasks such as student recruitment.”

Shocking!

This was completely unexpected to everyone!

The task of student recruitment had always been the responsibility of the Dean, and now with Elder Xu’s arrival, he had directly taken over this role from Principal Xia. It was inevitable that the others would have their own thoughts about it.

Particularly the teachers of the Liu and Di Families, who were nearly at loggerheads. But at this moment, they both leapt up at the same time.

“Princess, this must not be done! Mr. Xu is completely in the dark about the current situation in the academy. If the enrollment task is entrusted to him, it’s not just inappropriate, it’s a grave mistake.”

Supporters of both sides spoke in unison, then turned to stare at each other, neither willing to back down first.

“Sit down! This isn’t a market where you haggle over prices, can you still argue and bargain in the face of the current situation?”

Liu Sisi hastily scolded the two of them, “I am informing you, from now on, Elder Xu is our academy’s Vice Dean. Responsible for all matters including enrollment, you must support and care for each other, understand?”

“Understood.”

Of course they understood, what else could they do?

Afterwards, Liu Sisi wandered around the area for a while longer before she had fully inspected the academy’s surroundings. Looking at the high fence, which was also sufficiently thick, she finally nodded her head with satisfaction.

“At present, it’s getting late, you all should head down to rest earlier. I will take a carriage later and descend directly from the side of the mountain.”

Taking the side path was indeed a lot easier, but at the same time, it was also significantly longer and involved taking a few more turns.

It was only then that Elder Mr. Xu came to know there was another avenue directly connecting the county to the mountain, but it was much further, therefore, can we not manage follow-up pictures well?

“In that case, Princess Ruyu, allow this old man to accompany you. These days are simply unbearable. With the day’s end approaching, let this old man escort you.”

For Xia Hongyuan, this trip was naturally not just about the wine.

“Very well.”

Liu Sisi did not refuse any further and took the lead in stepping out of the house briskly.

Indeed, there was a carriage waiting outside. Liu Sisi got directly into it, waved her hand, and called for departure but was stopped by Xia Hongyuan.

“Princess, it’s not that Xia must be contentious with this Mr. Xu, but the current situation of the academy is so dire, it’s almost a matter of life and death. If you bring Mr. Xu here, and something goes wrong, that would be a great sin.”

“There are no such sins. Let me tell you the truth,”

Liu Sisi did not mind clarifying, “Scholar Xia, although you have a reputation and prestige, when it comes to the issue of enrollment, your status doesn’t work as effectively as Elder Xu, a local. You are still the Dean of the academy, and the authority due to you, I the Empress will not retract. You should also give Elder Xu a chance. If he really recruits students, wouldn’t that be a cause for rejoicing for everyone?”