Chapter 10: Saving Someone Again
The two walked side by side, with Sheng Qingzi next to Lu Yuner. He secretly glanced sideways, meeting her exquisitely beautiful profile. Instantly, a blush spread from his neck to his ears. He didn't linger long, casually averting his gaze.
The next moment, Lu Yuner's clear and gentle voice sounded in his ears.
"Doctor Sheng, I have a question I'd like to ask you. The students in the male academy are all from wealthy gentry and noble families, either rich or noble, and most are well-educated and mannered. If there happens to be a lively and active male student who violates the academy's rules, then..." Lu Yuner turned her head to look at him and asked seriously.
She naturally knew that the punishment for the young prince was not inappropriate. After all, she was new to teaching and lacked experience. Moreover, she didn't quite understand the thoughts of young men, especially during their rebellious period, so she wanted to consult with him.
Sheng Qingzi, upon hearing her words, felt momentarily surprised. Then, the admiration hidden in his heart grew stronger. Looking into her clear and bright eyes, he couldn't help but feel moved again.
Over the years, he had seen many proud and boastful women, but never one as gentle and humble as her without being self-satisfied.
He admitted that from the first time he saw Lu Yuner, he was completely attracted to her. He intentionally went to learn about her, knowing that she had previously served as the Minister of Revenue, with outstanding political achievements and a reputation for integrity. Most importantly, she had remained single and virtuous to this day.
Such a rare and excellent woman in the world, he naturally wouldn't miss the chance, taking the initiative to seize the opportunity.
Sheng Qingzi said with a smile in his eyes, "Regarding punishments, the male academy doesn't need to be as strict as the female academy. But since they are male students, we should be appropriately lenient. The main form of punishment is copying books, which both reviews the textbooks and achieves the effect of punishment, killing two birds with one stone."
He continued, "What's the matter? Did Doctor Lu encounter such a situation on her first day?"
Lu Yuner couldn't help but sigh lightly, "Yes."
He hadn't expected that the person he saved at Liusu River would be a willful and arrogant young prince.
Sheng Qingzi thought for a moment, "Is it Young Prince Su?"
"That's right. He was absent from class without reason today. I wanted to report this to the Director, but on my way to Jingyi Pavilion, I encountered him playing at the lotus pond. When I persuaded him to return, he was unwilling, causing me to stay there for the entire morning," Lu Yuner said helplessly.
Sheng Qingzi was startled and frowned, "You stayed with Young Prince Su for the whole morning?"
Lu Yuner spoke calmly and unhurriedly, "That's right. The lotus pond is so large, if something were to happen to Young Prince Su, it wouldn't be good."
After the incident at Liusu River, she knew that the young prince couldn't swim. After all, he was a prince with such a noble status, and he was also the only child of Princess Yun. If an accident were to occur during her class, she would certainly be held responsible.
"I see," Sheng Qingzi visibly relaxed and said in a low voice.
As they conversed, they unknowingly arrived at the dining hall. The dining hall had two large doors, separately established for the female and male academies.
Although Lu Yuner was a woman teaching in the male academy, her dining area was still on the female side. Sheng Qingzi briefly explained the general situation to Lu Yuner, and they parted ways, entering through different doors.
Lu Yuner, carrying her food box, entered unhurriedly, surveying her surroundings. It was her first time in this dining hall, which was very spacious with tables and chairs neatly arranged on both sides.
It was mealtime, and many female students were dining. Upon seeing a strikingly beautiful woman with an otherworldly aura suddenly enter, they began to whisper among themselves.
Lu Yuner found an empty seat and was about to ask the kitchen staff to reheat her meal when someone called out to her.
"Doctor Lu, are you unsatisfied with the dining hall's food?"
Lu Yuner looked towards the speaker, an elderly woman over sixty, whose slightly sunken eyes were sharp and piercing.
It was the Head of Catering, Zhang Yun, whom she had met at the Sacrifice to Vegetables ceremony. To be honest, she had met many people that day, but since Zhang Yun called her by name, it seemed she already knew about her.
Sheng Qingzi had told her that the Head of Catering had the longest tenure at the Imperial Academy, was known for being strict, and not very approachable.
Lu Yuner responded politely, "No, it's just that I have a minor stomach issue. My Qiu Yi was worried and prepared a meal for me. If I don't eat it, it would go to waste. Please don't misunder—"
Before she could finish, several urgent cries for help interrupted her.
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