Chapter 2120: Meng Yunzheng Refuses Guests at Home (Patreon)

Chapter 2120: Meng Yunzheng Refuses Guests at Home

As the sky grew darker, the carriage finally arrived at a small courtyard in the south of the city.

As they got closer to the courtyard, the surroundings became livelier. Just as they were about to reach their home, they noticed another carriage parked outside the main gate.

Since the road to the courtyard was blocked by the other carriage, Shu Yu had no choice but to get out first.

Ying Xi approached the gate, but just as she was about to knock, a man suddenly emerged from the side, furrowing his brows and standing in front of her. He said, "Wait, what are you doing? Don't you know the principle of first come, first served?"

First come, first served?

Ying Xi was puzzled. "Who are you?"

"Never mind who I am. We arrived first, and if we want to see Young Master Meng, we should be the first to do so."

Ying Xi looked at him curiously. Judging by his attire, he seemed to be a servant from a wealthy family. The carriage parked at the gate probably belonged to him. It looked quite luxurious, indicating his status.

Ying Xi didn't know the situation, but she wondered if this person had come to see Young Master Meng for a reason. Based on what he had said earlier, it didn't sound like he was here to cause trouble.

Now that Meng Yunzheng was the top scholar, there might be acquaintances from influential families who wanted to meet him.

Therefore, Ying Xi remained silent. Since he had arrived first, she would give him the opportunity to knock on the door.

The man, satisfied with her response, raised his hand to knock.

From inside the door, Xia Yan's voice soon came, "Who is it?"

After a pause, he continued, "In a few days, the imperial examination will begin. Our young master cannot afford to be distracted. He has been studying at home these past few days and has decided to refuse visitors. Please convey our apologies to your master. We will visit him after the spring examinations are over."

The servant looked a bit embarrassed, but Xia Yan's words were justified. Before departing, their master had instructed them to be polite and not to insist.

In a few days, the imperial examination was taking place. If the other party had exams to focus on, it was better to respect that. If they insisted, it might lead to animosity instead of goodwill.

The servant could only force a smile and replied, "I will convey this message to our master. We wish Young Master Meng success in the imperial examination."

"Thank you."

With that, the two sides completed their conversation through the closed gate.

Although the servant wore an unhappy expression, Xia Yan's words made sense. After all, the imperial examination was just a few days away. If the other party said so, it was best to respect their wishes.

However, as the servant descended the steps, he noticed that Ying Xi was still standing there and had even raised her hand to knock on the door.

He immediately furrowed his brows and whispered, "Didn't you hear what they said inside? Young Master Meng is refusing guests at home."

Ying Xi nodded and replied, "I heard, but we are not guests."

"You're not guests? Then what are you?"

Ying Xi was about to explain, but Shu You approached with Little Huohuo and asked, "Ying Xi, what's going on? Is there no one at home?"

The servant stared at her and said, "You..."

Before he could say anything else, the closed gate suddenly swung open, revealing Xia Yan's surprised face.