In Love With My Fierce Farming Wife!
Chapter 999: Good Luck Strikes!

Chapter 999: Chapter 999: Good Luck Strikes!

"Pan’er speaks truly. Although this academician’s scholarship may not be as profound as the two deputy academicians below him, his capability to speak and handle all things smoothly far surpasses the both of them! Especially when entertaining envoys from the vassal states, having this adept academician present can indeed save Us a great deal of effort!"

Qin Yi knew how to discern talent and delegate responsibility, and although he spoke lightly, he was contemplating how to best utilize this academician. It would really be a pity if such a talent were only to serve as an academician.

Su Pan’er remained silent; such matters of state were not things she intended to weigh in on, nor did she want to bear the infamy of meddling in government affairs from the Imperial Harem’s Palace.

Upon leaving Yingtian Academy, everyone boarded the carriage. Su Ke and Xue Qian escorted the two of them to the entrance of Yingtian Academy before stopping their advance.

Su Ke bowed to them, "Brother-in-law, sister, Ke’er still has a music theory class to attend this afternoon, so I will take my leave here. Brother-in-law, sister, have a safe journey."

"Understood, Ke’er, remember to take good care of yourself, alright?"

Qin Yi was very pleased with his young brother-in-law, Su Ke, especially after he tested his knowledge and was even more satisfied!

"Are you Xue Qian, the son of Lord Xue, the scholar from Wenge?"

He turned back to look at Xue Qian, and upon receiving an affirmation, he said, "Ke’er can be quite mischievous. You are two years his senior and must look after him, to ensure that he doesn’t suffer any grievances at the academy."

"Your... rest assured! As long as Xue Qian remains at Yingtian Academy for a day, he will surely protect little brother Su every day!"

Xue Qian repeatedly patted his chest, assuring them.

"Hmm, it seems that Lord Xue, the scholar from Wenge, does indeed know how to raise a child; he truly is a wonderful person!"

Qin Yi nodded in satisfaction and turned to Eunuch An with a nod, "Do We know if there’s a vacancy anywhere that would be perfect for Lord Xue to demonstrate his abilities?"

Eunuch An hurried forward, smiling with extreme humility, "Replying to His Majesty, at present there is still a vacancy in the Baowenge."

"Hmm, in that case, convey Our decree."

Qin Yi then proclaimed his reward, "We hereby appoint Lord Xue as Doctor of Tongyi, retiree waiting for appointment at the Baowenge, and confer him the title of Marquis of Luling County. He shall be granted land entitlements for a thousand households, and Xue Qian shall be additionally bestowed with a sum of silver coins. Should he pass the Imperial examination as a Jinshi Scholar this year, We shall confer additional rewards!"

The reward for Lord Xue was already an unexpected delight; the heavy reward for Xue Qian made others enviably sigh! With these words from His Majesty, as long as Qin Yi continued to occupy the throne, and as long as Xue Qian himself did not ruin his fortunes, his official career would truly be one of soaring highs and smooth sailing.

Xue Qian was overjoyed!

Without caring that they were at the entrance of the academy, he knelt with a thud on the ground to express his gratitude, "Many thanks for His Majesty’s generous reward! Xue Qian will surely exhaust his abilities to alleviate Your Majesty’s concerns, and protect Uncle-in-law in every possible way! I shall expend my heart and mind, and only rest in death!"

Xue Qian was a man of understanding; he knew right away what His Majesty valued in him and thus expressed his stance.

Qin Yi was satisfied with his perceptiveness, nodded his head, and took Su Pan’er by the hand as he stepped into the carriage.

It was not until the carriage had left into the distance that Su Ke withdrew his gaze of farewell.

Yet before he could steady himself, Xue Qian suddenly lunged at him!

"So it’s you, Su Ke! You’ve hidden it so well from me, and still claimed to be the best of classmates! I’ll see to it that you..." as he said this, he dived at Su Ke and wrapped his arms around his waist.

Su Ke swiftly tried to dodge, feigning anger, "That’s not true! When have I ever kept such things from you? You mustn’t say such things! Hey, let go, let go now! Let go..."

"I don’t care. You owe me an explanation for today’s events! Tell me, how do you plan to apologize? Are we going to the private room in the Tian character Pavilion at the Alum Tower? Or perhaps to the Eight Immortals Pavilion to watch an opera? No matter what, you’re not getting out of treating me to a meal!"

Xue Qian wore an aggrieved expression.

"Alright, alright, wherever you want to eat, it’s up to you, isn’t it? Now let go!"

Su Ke finally broke free from his arms and spoke apologetically, "I really can’t be blamed for this! I’ve been studying here for years, and before, Brother-in-law’s identity was too sensitive to mention. Afterwards, once Brother-in-law assumed that position, it became even more inappropriate for Su to mention his status. That’s what led to today’s situation. I hope Brother Xue won’t take this to heart."

"Of course I must blame you! Don’t think you can dismiss me with a simple explanation, I tell you! Hmph hmph..."

Xue Qian pretended to be angry, but his heart blossomed with joy.

It seemed his stroke of good fortune had arrived!

They had left the palace before dawn, and to avoid missing the right time, both Su Pan’er and Qin Yi had not slept much the previous night.

Now that they had finally returned to the palace, they felt as if their bodies were falling apart, completely unwilling to move.

"You look quite tired, don’t you?"

Su Pan’er was squinting her eyes when Qin Yi embraced her from the side.

"Hmm?"

Su Pan’er was somewhat groggy and nestled into Qin Yi’s arms.

Qin Yi leaned in too, his eyes narrowed, looking at her in contemplation, "Why don’t you take a short rest? Once we’re back in the palace, I’ll wake you."

"That sounds good... No, wait!"

Su Pan’er’s eyes, previously heavy with sleep, snapped open, "Previously, I promised Little Yanyan that I would bring back some delicious and fun things for her to the palace. But I forgot."

"That’s easy to handle. Let Eunuch An make a trip and find some of Shengjing’s delicacies to bring back."

Qin Yi seemed unconcerned and turned to instruct Eunuch An.

Eunuch An agreed, and promptly sent people to procure the items.

In the carriage, seeing Su Pan’er drowsy, Qin Yi simply held her in his arms and leisurely fanned her with the corner of her skirt.

Su Pan’er, already fighting off sleep, lay down on Qin Yi and quickly fell asleep, barely exchanging a few words with him.

Meanwhile, Qin Yi held her quietly, methodically waving the fan for her.

Before long, the dispatched people returned quickly, bringing along some fine foods.

As Su Pan’er had thought, when they arrived back at the palace, Yan Yan was already waiting at the gate of the side palace hall. As soon as she saw her own father leading the Empress Mother by the hand, she rushed into Su Pan’er’s arms.

"Empress Mother, Empress Mother! You promised Yan Yan you’d bring back delicious things and fun toys. Where are the gifts? Empress Mother, where did you put them?"

"Don’t worry, I have brought you the delicious and fun things. Just wait a moment."

Su Pan’er hugged her quickly, a tender smile on her face, "Come, let’s go into the side palace hall first. It’s too sunny out here, too scorching. Jiu Lan, go and bring the gifts I got for Yan Yan."

Jiu Lan agreed and quickly went off to do so.

Soon, she brought the items over, "This is ’Laba garlic soaked duck feet,’ drawing on the saying ’As the waters warm in spring, the ducks are first to know,’ this poem fully invigorates the imagination of diners, vividly presenting both the form and color of this dish. This next dish, ’Simmered Double Crisp,’ is served in one plate with two items, aiming to highlight the proverb ’Modesty brings gain, while arrogance causes loss.’ And about this ’Stewed Scattered Dan’ soup, the origin of this dish..."