As October arrived, Zhixin sent Wenchang and Wenxuan to town as well, joining Wenhan in the same school. The master's two sons, both being scholars, were at home preparing for the rural examination and were also helping to teach at the school. They took responsibility for the younger students.
All of a sudden, all four brothers were staying and eating at Hui Xin's place. With Jinghui being too young, and despite Jingya's help, Hui Xin still felt somewhat overwhelmed. This year, Jinghan couldn't come to assist, as she had to watch over the logs in the mountains. After discussing with Qingnian, Hui Xin decided to find a maidservant to help out at home. Since Qingnian was earning quite a sum, it was entirely possible to hire someone. Moreover, help was needed both morning and evening; Jingya was already twelve, nearly thirteen, and couldn't stay at home for many more years. Besides, she couldn't always be at Hui Xin's helping out, right?
