My sister became the empress, but I'm still growing vegetables and raising chickens

Chapter 465 My Little Brother Becomes an Official

Du Xiaodi was helped up and bowed, saying, "So you are Marquis Anle. It was A Qiu who was blind."

"It's alright." Si Xingzhi said kindly, then turned to Si Muyan and Si Jing'an, "This child is smart and reliable, and I like him very much. That book... cough cough, Xiao'an didn't read it before, and now Xia'er doesn't read it either, so..."

Du Shangge hurriedly said, "Since it is a unique copy, it is certainly not appropriate to give it away to others casually. Xiao Qiu, return the book to Uncle Du."

Du Xiaodi was pushed to the ground by Si Yunxia, ​​but he was reluctant to hand over the book. Now that he had to return the book, he was heartbroken.

But there was nothing they could do but grit their teeth and reluctantly step forward.

However, Si Xingzhi said, "Although it is a unique copy, it would be a waste to leave it here. It should be handed over to someone who understands it."

Du Shangge wanted to refuse, but Si Muyan said, "Shangge, since my father has said so, he is sincerely giving you the book. Let the child accept it."

Du Xiaodi's eyes shone brightly as he tucked the book into his pocket, overjoyed.

Si Xingzhi smiled and said, "This child has good talent. If he has any questions in the future, he can come here to ask me."

"Really?" Du Xiaodi was excited, but when he saw Si Yunxia next to Si Xingzhi, he shrank back and whispered, "Miss won't be angry, will she?"

"No!" Si Xingzhi said cheerfully.

Du Xiaodi feigned fear: "If Miss is angry, I... I won't come..."

"You! You little rascal, you did that on purpose, didn't you!"

Si Yunxia rolled up her sleeves, ready to fight, but Si Xingzhi grabbed her by the back of her neck and pulled her back.

"Xia'er, how can you be so foolish?"

Si Yunxia felt extremely wronged: "Grandpa, aren't you the one who loves me the most? Look at this naughty boy, he's deliberately trying to make you hate me."

Si Xingzhi retorted, "Nonsense! This child is very obedient. It's you who's always been naughty!"

Si Yunxia refused to comply and chased after Si Xingzhi, acting coquettishly.

Qiu Nanzhi walked up to Du Xiaodi, glared at him, and whispered, "If you continue to be so naughty, I won't allow your cousin to take you out in the future."

Du Xiaodi then lowered his head and dared not utter a sound.

Si Muyan watched this scene with a smile on her lips. The siblings from the third branch of the Du family were indeed remarkable people.

Du Shangge took the two siblings back and informed Aunt Du.

“My cousin said she wants to follow Si Muyan, and Muyan has already agreed. Pack her bags these next few days and let her go to the estate to learn accounting and management from the people there.”

Aunt Du was taken aback: "This... isn't this for Nan Zhi to find a husband?"

Du Shangge shrugged: "That was true, but my cousin wasn't happy about it. She said she wanted to learn skills from Si Muyan."

Aunt Du rushed to see Qiu Nanzhi and said angrily, "You child, why are you so disobedient? Your parents entrusted you to me hoping to find you a good husband. You're already fifteen, how long can you keep putting it off?"

There are some things she dares not say aloud, but she can still think about them in her heart.

That noblewoman's daughter is already twenty-five or twenty-six, practically an old maid, yet she still refuses to marry. She's a wealthy heiress, and also the emperor's own sister; no one would say anything if she remained unmarried her entire life.

But Nan Zhi is different. What if Nan Zhi follows the eldest young lady and learns those bad habits, and doesn't want to get married? How can she face her parents and brothers and sisters-in-law back home?

Princess Heji said, "Third sister-in-law, there's no need to worry. I know Mu Yan well. Since she has taken a liking to Nan Zhi, she certainly won't mistreat Nan Zhi. As for the marriage, I'll write a letter later and ask her to pay more attention to it."

Du Shangge nodded in agreement: "That's right, Third Aunt. Once my cousin has learned her skills from Mu Yan, she can work for Mu Yan and marry a good manager. The two of them can help Mu Yan manage the business. Wouldn't Third Aunt be more at ease then?"

Aunt Du thought about it and agreed that if that were the case, it would be wonderful.

He went back to help Qiu Nanzhi pack her luggage and said to her, "Nanzhi, you've always been a headstrong child, but when you're around the young lady, you need to learn to restrain yourself. Although she's your peer, she's ten years older, so she's practically an elder. Elders like obedient and sensible children, so you need to be well-behaved, understand?"

Qiu Nanzhi turned her head to look at her: "Does Aunt think I'm not well-behaved enough?"

Aunt Du said helplessly, "Everyone says you're well-behaved and docile, but do you think your aunt doesn't know the truth?"

Qiu Nanzhi smiled gently: "Alright, Aunt, don't worry, Nanzhi knows. Besides, I saw the young lady of the Marquis's mansion today. That young lady is very arrogant, but I saw that the eldest young lady was not displeased at all, and she doted on her very much."

"How can that be the same? The young lady of the Si family is the eldest young lady's own niece, and was even raised by the eldest young lady. They are as close as mother and daughter."

Qiu Nanzhi stopped arguing and obediently agreed.

Aunt Du sighed again: "You two can be so mischievous in the yard, it's all fine, but I'm afraid you'll cause trouble outside. I'm not too worried about your sensible and clever nature, but I'm afraid that if you're not around, there will be no one to keep your brother in check."

Qiu Nanzhi said, "Aunt, don't worry, Xiao Qiu is very sensible. Besides, Marquis Anle said that Xiao Qiu can go to the estate to help him with his studies when she has time."

Upon hearing this, Aunt Du became happy again and eagerly wanted to tell her husband about it.

Qiu Nanzhi shook her head helplessly. She understood her aunt and didn't care.

As winter approached, my younger brother was reappointed to a new official position, personally assigned by my younger sister, and was sent to the Ministry of Personnel as a principal officer.

Furthermore, when my younger sister selected Zhou Feng to enter the palace, she personally instructed him: "Si Jing'an's abilities are not outstanding; it is already remarkable that he was able to achieve the third-highest rank in the imperial examination. Now that I have entrusted him to you, you should do your utmost to nurture him."

Zhou Feng replied, "Your Majesty, rest assured, I will not fail in my mission."

The younger sister sighed softly: "Zhou Feng, Zhou Feng, you are the person I trust most. The court may seem peaceful now, but in reality, various forces are vying for power. And I need people who truly belong to me, do you understand?"

It's true that Lord Bi and the others are all under my sister's control, but they all have their own agendas. Even their submission to a woman as emperor is merely superficial.

As for Feng Ziheng, I can't see through him anyway, so I simply don't bother looking at him.

Only Zhou Feng, at such a young age, was supported by his younger sister, which is actually supporting someone who truly belongs to him.

Zhou Feng said earnestly, "Your Majesty, I am utterly loyal."

That's the truth. Others are loyal to the emperor on the throne or to the country. Only Zhou Feng is loyal to Si Muwan.

Si Muwan gave Zhou Feng a serious look and waved him away.

Zhou Feng was indeed very good to his younger brother, personally teaching him everything. Fortunately, his younger brother's status was special, and everyone else in the Ministry of Personnel took his attentiveness for granted.

When the Minister of Personnel had free time, he would personally come to offer guidance. However, he always felt that his younger brother was not smart enough to be promoted to a higher official position sooner.