Chapter 737: Not Bowing to Shao Yunduan
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Eldest Uncle, concerned about Shao Lings absence, paid a visit to the third section of the family to inquire about his whereabouts. He approached Third Uncle and Ms. Ma, expressing his desire for Shao Ling to return so that Yunduan could offer him assistance, Eldest Uncle believed that Yunduan’s connections and guidance could potentially help Shao Ling find sess. He held a genuine hope that the two boys could achieve greatness together.
Third Uncle and Ms. Ma, upon hearing Eldest Uncle’s words, felt a surge of motivation.
The stark reality they faced left no room for self-deception. They understood the importance of taking action and confronting the challenges ahead.
Reluctantly, Third Uncle and Ms. Ma acknowledged that Shao Ling could benefit from Shao Yunduan’s assistance in his journey forward.
They had privately conveyed this notion to Shao Ling, but he adamantly refused to ept it. He was unwilling to confront the truth.
Shao Ling held onto the belief that Shao Yunduan would never genuinely help him. He was convinced that any aid offered woulde with strings attached, reducing him to the role of a lowly servant, while Shao Yunduan secretly mocked his efforts.
In his mind, he had resigned himself to the fact that he would never receive genuine support, not even in his wildest dreams.
So he resolutely refused to bow down to Shao Yunduan.
Third Uncle let out a heartfelt sigh, “Ling is incredibly intelligent and well-read. However, he has encountered misfortune and failed the examination twice. It has left him feeling deeply distressed.”
“The sess of Yunduan only exacerbates Lings sense of guilt and sadness. Elder Brother, you can empathize with his situation. If Ling were to return now, he would face humiliation. Unless… Yunduan personally goes to retrieve him and aids in building his reputation…”
Eldest Uncle sighed in understanding.
He had a conversation with Shao Yunduan about this matter.
“…Ling has faced numerous failures in the examinations, and as his cousin, you should understand him and amodate his temperament. Help him to the best of your ability so that when he achieves sess in the future, both of you can support each other… wouldn’t that be a marvelous thing?”
“He may appear annoyed, but deep down, he desires to be closer to you. Aid in building his reputation and personally bring him back home. What are your thoughts on this?”
Shao Yunduan smiled. “Dad, if it were Cousin who had seeded in the examination today, do you think he and his parents would take care of me, understand me, ore to our door to unt their sess?”
“Do you still remember that when I was falsely used by the college, heughed so gleefully, and his parents even advised you to stop my studies because they believed I would never achieve sess academically. They even suggested I work in the fields instead!”
“But now that I have be the Provincial Champion, I have never humiliated or mocked him. So why does he feel so humiliated? Why should I go and coddle him, tter him? It all seems rather peculiar!”
Eldest Uncle felt a sense of humiliation. “How can you say that… You are the
Provincial Champion, and you can show inclusivity…” “But I am not going to lower myself for him. He is not deserving of it.”
“Dad, just let go of everything and enjoy your happiness!
Eldest Uncle stood there in silence, unable to utter a word as he watched his son walk away. He sighed deeply, feeling a profound sense of hurt. Why was there no one who understood him? He meant no harm. All he wanted was for everyone to do well.
Yunduan was experiencing sess now, and he had a good chance of advancing further in the spring examination. He even had a supportive father-inw who could assist him on his journey. A bright future awaited him!
He had everything he needed.. But why couldn’t he show inclusivity and encourage Ling to strive harder? Why get caught up in trivial matters?