Chapter 54 The obedient kitten in my arms
The empty academy was filled with depression. Ye Shian thought of his naughty brother at home who was having fun all day, so he said, "The academy is on winter vacation!"

Ye Shian shook his head helplessly, the academy would make its own arrangements.

Passing through the deserted school, I came to the teacher's resting yard. Looking through the empty window, I saw Director Song kneeling in front of the desk beside the tea couch, writing something with a pen in his hand like a god.

Cui Yuanchang, who was carrying a plate of steamed buns, saw the man at the door, lowered his eyes and stepped forward to salute, "Hello, Lord Ye."

Song Yanjin in the inner room heard the noise and looked up, "Brother Ye is here."

Ye Shian had been disgusted by this name for more than a day or two. He frowned and stepped inside, "Why did you hit your second uncle so hard last night?"

His tone was calm, just like his daily conversation. As Brother Ye, the Junior Official of Dali Temple, Song Yanjin knew that he was coming to call for punishment today.

"Baizhu, look at the tea."

Song Yanjin put down his pen, stood up, walked over to the tea table, and made a gesture of invitation.

Ye Shian sat down respectfully, took a sip from the teacup, and listened to her story.

Song Yanjin started by talking about the last time there was a severe drought and when the Song family came to ask for food, and then talked about what happened last night.

Being born in such a family is actually the sorrow of Song Shanzhang. Fortunately, she has been separated from it now, and she is protected by the eldest princess. Ye Shian drank the tea in the cup, "Speaking of this matter, Song Shanzhang was just trying to protect himself."

Ye Shian couldn't help but remind him, "There is no curfew at night during the New Year, and there are many drunk people on the streets. It's better for Mr. Song not to go to the market after dark."

Little girls, don’t go out at night!
Song Yanjin smiled helplessly, picked up the teapot and added tea for him, "I know~"

Brother Ye appears to be stern on the outside, but his instructions show that he is a warm-hearted person.

Ye Shian was speechless for a moment. His younger brother was born rebellious, and for every word he preached, he would have ten more words waiting for him.

The little girl responded softly, like an obedient kitten nestling in my arms.
Ye Shian's ears turned red, and he stood up awkwardly and clasped his fists, "Sorry to bother you, Principal Song, I still have things to deal with."

After saying that, he strode out.

Baizhu collected the teacup without knowing why. She felt as if Lord Ye was running away.

The aroma of meat buns wafted in. Song Yanjin stood up and walked over to the stove and said with a smile, "Yuanchang's skill in baking buns has improved a lot."

It's because some people want to eat it. Cui Yuanchang picked up a piece of food with his chopsticks and handed it to the headmaster, "Here."

"whee."

Song Yanjin took it happily, blew it cool, and took a big bite of the crispy dough.

On New Year's Eve, the three of them were busy preparing dinner in the cafeteria, and Xiao Ruan came again.

Bai Zhu couldn't help but complain, "You eat for free every day, and you don't even let me go during the Chinese New Year!"

The cheeky Xiao Ruan straightened his back and said, "I paid the grain."

Bai Zhu was speechless after being rebuked. She pouted angrily and went to find the lady. This person was so annoying.

The little girl was listless and gave up after just a few words.

Xiao Ruan came to the side of the pot. Sister Song was frying meatballs and reaching her hand into the fried food basket.

"No stealing of food."

Her hand was hit firmly with a chopstick. Xiao Ruan looked at Bai Zhu with hatred, "You are such a bossy girl."

"Hmph~" Baizhu raised his head proudly.

Qingmu, who was burning fire in front of the stove, looked at the two of them with a silly smile. Sister Baizhu always liked to bully Xiaoruan.

Cui Yuanchang was serving braised pork in another pot. The bottom of the porcelain bowl was thin and it was very hot. "Xiao Ruan, come and help bring it to the table."

"Okay." Xiao Ruan came here to do odd jobs.

After a lot of busy work, a table of dishes was ready. Before eating, Song Yanjin took out four red paper envelopes with the three big words "New Year's Money" written in gold-plated fonts on them.

It is a custom in the Xia Dynasty to give red envelopes to the younger generations before the reunion dinner on the last day of the year, New Year’s Eve. It means "lucky money" and is commonly known as "lucky money".

"Good luck and prosperity," Song Yanjin said auspicious words to everyone one by one, "Today is New Year's Eve, I wish you all the best in the new year!"

Everyone was holding the red envelopes, which were very thin. Could they be silver bills?
Holding the red envelopes, they said in unison, "I wish you great wealth and success, and may you have many students all over the world."

After saying that, Xiao Ruan smiled and stuffed it into her arms, and took out a few purses from her sleeve pocket, "I'll give one to everyone too, just for fun."

Song Yanjin took it with a smile, and there was no doubt that the purse was heavy with silver.

"Hey~ Is the freeloader giving out gold?"

Baizhu took out a small square brick from her purse, and its golden color blinded everyone's eyes!

Everyone took out their purses, and found gold nuggets of the same size and weight.

Xiao Ruan scratched his head and smiled foolishly, "I made a little money this year. I'm single, so I bought a lot of houses and farms. I have nowhere to spend the rest. Sister Song is the best to me. Only in Qingyun Academy can I feel at home. I can't help but want to share my joy with everyone."

Everyone: Earn money but have nowhere to spend it? Who complains about having too much money?
Big money owner~
Song Yanjin quietly put away the purse, her mouth grinning behind her ears, and followed his words, "Xiao Ruan, come to the academy more often to eat with the sisters in the future. Don't be restrained, we are all family."

Xiao Ruan smiled and nodded happily, picked up his chopsticks and started eating.

The five of us had a very happy New Year's Eve dinner.

After dinner, we gathered together to play Pai Gow. In the early morning, fireworks were set off in the palace, and the dark night sky was lit up with colorful and dazzling sparks.

"No more playing, I'm going to go out and watch the fireworks."

Baizhu tightened her tight purse, she lost every game. If the lady from the previous house hadn't let her win occasionally, she would have lost all the small gold bricks she received today.

"Hahaha, Sister Song can't afford to play with it!"

Xiao Ruan laughed so hard that she couldn't stop breathing. How could there be such a stupid girl in the world?

Cui Yuanchang rolled his eyes at her and said, "Look at what you are capable of."

She and the headmaster teamed up to fight him and he was always at a disadvantage. This guy is really a genius. No wonder he makes so much money at such a young age. Even a red envelope he gives out is worth a gold brick.

Song Yanjin yawned and put the silver in front of him into his pocket. "No more playing. I feel sleepy. It's too late. Xiao Ruan will stay in the academy. There is a room for you in the men's dormitory. Qingmu will bring it back when he goes back."

Aoki, who was sitting next to Xiao Ruan and watching them play cards, nodded.

Hey~ This kid is too quiet. He just smiles when he is happy. He will speak a few words only when there is something to report or to Uncle Liu. He will go to support wherever the academy is too busy. He is an honest person who works silently behind the scenes.

In fact, everyone likes Aoki, but the fact that he doesn't like to talk much is a bit worrying.

Song Yanjin shook his head secretly and said, "Take it slow. Qingmu is still young anyway. If he sees a girl he likes when he grows up, he won't be so silent."

Qingyun Academy and Imperial College are next to the Imperial Palace, and standing on the academy's attic is the best place to watch the fireworks.

It had only been a short time since the holiday, but Song Yanjin actually missed his noisy little cousin. Without that chattering person around him, he felt a little uncomfortable with the sudden silence.

At this moment, he is probably in the palace, also looking up at the fireworks.

　The obedient kitten in my arms～～

　　Eh~ Cui Yuanchang rolled his eyes silently behind my back!

　　
　
(End of this chapter)