Yuan Wei's Quick Travel

Chapter 259 The sister of the control group in the imperial examination

"Splitting up the family now is really too unfair to our brother Biao. Feng'er's family has supported him for nine years, how many years has Biao been here?"

Chen Xiuyu felt aggrieved and couldn't help but mutter softly.

Although the voice was soft, it was clearly heard by everyone present.

Yuan Yougen glanced at Yuan Lao Er and angrily scolded him, "Stop talking nonsense here. You're just a woman, what do you know?"

Chen Xiuyu was not convinced, she curled her lips slightly and turned her face away.

The elder looked at the exciting scene in front of him, and was not affected by their emotions. Instead, he slowly said:

"Both Feng and Biao are good children of our Yuan family. No matter which one we give up, it will definitely make people feel regretful."

He emphasized each word, his eyes revealing deep emotion.

"They will all become the glory and pride of our Yuan family in the future. Since it is such a glory, how can we give it up so easily? I understand your concerns, but you are really overthinking it."

The last sentence was said by Old Man Yuan to Old Lady Zhuang.

What he actually wanted to say was that Mr. Zhuang was too biased.

After thinking about it, I still didn't say it.

He paused for a moment, as if organizing his thoughts, and then continued in a deep voice:

"Since we can't give up, then perhaps splitting up the family is the only way out. You can suppress Feng Ge'er now and prevent him from making a name for himself, but can you suppress him forever?"

Old Man Yuan knew that it might be more appropriate to communicate these words with Old Lady Zhuang in private.

He also knew that if he chose to remain silent at this moment, Feng Ge'er would most likely take the initiative to mention the matter of dividing the family later.

Once Feng Ge'er opens his mouth, the window paper will be broken.

Letting Old Lady Zhuang accuse Yuan Feng of being unfilial will inevitably affect his future reputation.

In comparison, it would be wiser to be the first to propose separation.

It is said that the more taciturn a person is, the deeper and more thorough his insight into things is.

Just like what Old Lady Zhuang did today, she talked with Yuan Feng for a long time, but she probably didn't realize that Yuan Feng spent so much time dealing with her, and his real purpose was to propose separation.

If Yuan Feng really wanted to take the imperial examination, there were plenty of ways for him to do so.

He is 15 years old, not 5 years old. In this day and age, a 15-year-old can be treated as an adult.

He could have completely abandoned this family and gone ahead on his own, but he would have had to pay some price.

He could easily break free from the constraints of his family, but the second elder and others did not have such ability.

If he really doesn't care and makes a fuss, then the second-in-command of the elders will have an even harder time in this family.

This is also an important reason why he wants to split the family.

Old Mrs. Zhuang knew very well that she could not suppress Yuan Feng forever, but so what?

She didn't need to suppress Yuan Feng all the time. As long as he still cared about his parents and sister, she still had a few years to force him to contribute to the family.

That was enough, by then her brother Biao would have grown up.

"After the family is divided, will Feng Ge'er have enough money to take the imperial examination?"

Old Mrs. Zhuang gradually calmed down and looked at Yuan Feng with suspicion, wondering in her heart, where could he get the money?

"If the family really splits up, what will happen to our brother Biao in the future?"

The old man's face was as pale as paper, his brows were furrowed, and he didn't say a word.

Yuan Wei knew that it was not that he didn't want to speak, but that he couldn't speak.

She stood up, poured a glass of water and handed it to the old man.

"Grandpa, drink water."

Yuan Wei noticed his trembling hands and knew that he had lost all the strength to even lift his arms.

She carefully raised the teacup and began to patiently feed the old man water.

Yuan Wei specially added spiritual spring water to the water, so when Old Man Yuan drank this glass of water, his complexion instantly became much rosier.

The severe pain in my legs was also significantly relieved.

He looked at Yuan Wei with a little confusion and surprise, and Yuan Wei gave him a warm smile and sat back in her seat.

The old man narrowed his eyes slightly, and a barely perceptible glint flashed in his eyes.

He slowly turned his gaze away and then looked at Old Mrs. Zhuang, his eyes revealing an unquestionable firmness.

"We must separate."

The elder said seriously, "Set aside enough money for Biao'er's expenses for the next two years. He needs to prepare for the county exam, so all these expenses will be included."

"The rest of the family property will be divided into three parts, one for each of the three brothers. The third brother can get a smaller share. This was agreed upon when he got married."

Having said that, Old Man Yuan paused, his eyes fell on Yuan Feng, and he asked softly, "Brother Feng, can you accept this division of the family?"

He didn't ask Yuan Lao Er because he regarded Yuan Feng as the person in charge of the second house.

Yuan Feng nodded, "I accept."

Old man Yuan sighed softly and smiled at Yuan Feng with relief.

Then he turned to Mrs. Zhuang and continued:

"As for whether Feng'er has enough money to take the exam, you don't need to worry too much about it. He's grown up and should learn to find ways to solve problems on his own."

"Whether he borrows money from friends and family or sells off his family's land, it's all up to him to decide."

"There's no need to worry too much about Biao'er's future. If he can successfully pass the imperial examination, that would naturally be the best outcome."

"If you fail, don't be discouraged. Gain a few more years of experience and save some money, and you'll still have the opportunity to take the exam again in the future."

"It's just that the process may be relatively slow, but as long as he has determination and perseverance, he will be able to achieve his goal."

This was probably the first time that the family members heard Old Man Yuan talk so much, and what he said was so logical and well-founded, and they were all shocked for a moment.

No one speaks.

The old man turned his gaze to Yuan Biao, who had remained silent, and asked gently, "Brother Biao, do you think grandfather is right?"

Yuan Biao lowered his head slightly, then nodded solemnly and said, "I agree with what Grandfather said."

Ever since Old Mrs. Zhuang started talking about the difficulties at home, Yuan Biao had been feeling uneasy.

He was very conflicted and hoped that his grandmother would stop saying those words.

But he also knew that his grandmother worked so hard to fight for his interests out of love for him.

Anyone can object to her, but you cannot interrupt her easily.

This will only hurt grandma's feelings.

But the education he received over the years was like a heavy mountain pressing on his heart, making it impossible for him to enjoy all this with peace of mind.

When his grandfather suddenly suggested dividing the family property, he couldn't help but breathe a sigh of relief, a mixture of relief and confusion in his tone.