"Indeed, my parents often taught me when I was young. 'Everything is inferior, only studying is high.' Study well, and one day, you can become an official and meet the True Dragon Emperor."
"Oh? Your parents wanted you to study well just to meet me?"
The Emperor was utterly amused by Gu Chengyu and couldn't help but become more interested.
Actually, Gu Chengyu thought he might have gone overboard with the flattery, but since the Emperor seemed to enjoy it, what could be done?
"My family is merely that of farmers, and my parents have limited knowledge. Yet even with such limited knowledge, they often talked at home, saying that under your rule, Emperor, ordinary households, while not rich, at least do not lack food and drink. The taxes aren't heavy either, and the people are certainly very grateful to you."
Gu Chengyu thought he might rival those infamous ancient traitors, for he truly was shameless enough.
"Your parents certainly have a clear mind."
