Inside the main courtyard, Mrs. Li saw Daohua returning and asked with a surprised smile, "Why haven't you gone to rest yet?"
Daohua: "Mother, after the new year, cousin Hongrui will be reporting to the Wangyue Academy, won't he?"
Mrs. Li: "Why are you bringing this up now?"
Daohua: "Just asking."
Mrs. Li glanced at her daughter: "Your father believes that Hongrui's studies are solid enough, but he is somewhat inept in the ways of the world. Since your elder brother is currently working with Master Xiao, he suggested that Hongrui should observe by his side to broaden his horizons."
Daohua frowned: "Mother, let cousin go to the academy sooner. Father might mean well, but the Yang Family may not appreciate it. We shouldn't delay someone else's studies."
