Chapter 1471: Regret Not Meeting Sooner
Chapter 1471: Chapter 1471: Regret Not Meeting Sooner
Previously, Song Ci mentioned that after learning about Cui Shiniang’s story from Cui Changxiao, she felt that this person would not disappoint her. This meeting indeed proved her right.
Although the other party was an ancient person, the habitual mindset of seeing things as ancient people did was something she, who learned halfway, could not think of. Cui Shiniang’s insights seemed refreshing to Song Ci.
When combined with her own thoughts on ’school regulations’, it felt more complete.
Song Ci couldn’t help but engage in a discussion with her about matters concerning the Charitable School, bringing up and discussing the possible existing or potential issues one by one, feeling a sense of meeting her late.
Song Ci felt a good impression of Cui Shiniang, and the same could be said for Cui Shiniang. As their conversation deepened, she too was slightly shocked and surprised by the other’s insights; this was not like a peasant woman who hadn’t studied. Her insights were very unique.
Cui Shiniang felt somewhat excited. If the Charitable School were to be handled based on what Song Ci and she discussed, what talents would this school ultimately produce?
She looked forward to it.
If she were to become this Mountain Master, she would definitely do her best, ensuring that in the future, no one would say Cui Shiniang is just a name that talks big.
"Madam, it’s time for lunch. Why don’t you and Madam Cui have lunch before continuing? Lin Qing’s medicine should also be ready," Nanny interjected, unable to resist interrupting when she saw the two talking enthusiastically.
Cui Shiniang only then realized how fast time had passed and felt a bit embarrassed: "Look at me, I actually forgot the time."
Song Ci chuckled and said, "It’s okay. We’ll talk after we’ve had lunch."
Cui Shiniang felt a bit embarrassed: "Will it be too much trouble for you?"
"Normally, I eat alone, so having one more person makes the meal more enjoyable. Let’s go to the dining room," Song Ci replied.
Cui Shiniang, seeing her being so courteous, had no choice but to curtsy and follow up.
Not talking while eating or speaking during rest, Song Ci had a small appetite and didn’t eat much, but because a guest was present, she deliberately slowed down her pace. Cui Shiniang noticed this and felt even more grateful.
The Madam of the Song Family is very considerate.
After finishing the meal, Song Ci, as usual, went for a walk, and Cui Shiniang accompanied her in the garden, continuing the pre-lunch topic.
"I listened to your insights and felt like you really know what you’re doing, like you’ve run a school before," Song Ci asked curiously.
Cui Shiniang pursed her lips and said, "I won’t hide it from you. In fact, the family school of my late husband’s family was organized by me alone, so..."
"Prince Consort Cui never mentioned this event," Song Ci commented.
Cui Shiniang faintly smiled: "I have a strong character, and I don’t tell everyone about everything. Furthermore, my late husband’s family wants to maintain their face and won’t publicize it everywhere. I also don’t have to explain my actions to the world, and besides my late husband’s family, not many people know that it was I who managed that family school."
Song Ci glanced at her and asked, "I’ve also heard Prince Consort Cui mention your stories. Do you hate them?"
"Hate what?" Cui Shiniang smiled, but her smile did not reach her eyes, and she said, "At that time, this marriage was my own stubborn decision to marry. It’s not like there weren’t any moments of sweetness and laughter, but later it changed, and the person by my pillow also changed. Ultimately, it’s so-called feelings that can’t withstand the erosion of reality. Since he dared to betray, I naturally dared to cut off these ties."
"You’re indeed as daring to love and hate as I imagined," Song Ci praised, "From your face, I can’t see the sorrow of an unhappy marriage, which shows you truly have let go."
Cui Shiniang scoffed, "Saying I’ve let go, in reality, it was because I saw through that Shao Family could never achieve great things. Did you know that the family school closed less than a year after I separated? It’s like mud that can’t hold up a wall.