Chapter 1513: Growth
Chapter 1513: Chapter 1513: Growth
Song Lingzhao walked out of Grand Marshal Liu’s small study, and Damao, who was waiting outside, immediately approached him.
"Young Master, did the Grand Marshal give you a hard time?" Damao asked in a low voice.
Song Lingzhao clicked his tongue: "Listen to you, the Grand Marshal is old enough to be my grandfather, how could he trouble a young guy like me. The old man wants to lend a good hand to your master."
"Really?"
"Hmm, let’s talk while we walk."
Song Lingzhao was in an extremely good mood as he walked out of the Grand Marshal’s study; he also received a letter from Song Lingjie.
That kid, not even of age, and he already passed the examination, truly worthy as his twin brother.
Damao followed Song Lingzhao, listening to him, and said in great astonishment, "So, does this mean the Grand Marshal knows your identity?"
"How could he not know?" Song Lingzhao’s eyes showed a hint of warmth, and he said, "Perhaps Uncle and Ajie informed the Grand Marshal in advance."
No wonder his promotions had been so smooth this past year, and no one dared to steal his military achievements. Though he’s just a decurion, many are still ordinary soldiers. Even some with military merits have their contributions hidden.
Song Lingzhao pressed his lips together, feeling a slight sense of relief without any shame. He earned this decurion position with his ability, not through deceit, and he felt he had earned it rightly.
What made him grateful was that even though he came to this place, his family didn’t forget him but utilized their connections to care for him.
The family’s approach undoubtedly meant, "You just give it your all, the Song Family is your backing."
Song Lingzhao sniffed, raised his head, pressed his chest, and looked in the direction of Shangjing, where his family was waiting.
"Young Master?"
Song Lingzhao returned to his senses and smiled, "As long as you’re aware of this, there’s no need to spread it around, to avoid harming the girl’s reputation. Besides, there’s good news, both eldest brother and third brother have passed the exams, they’ve quietly achieved a great feat."
Damao was also beside himself with joy; his brother Tian Hai was also with the third young master, and now that the third young master has excelled, his brother’s future prospects were secure.
He clasped his hands together, excitedly saying, "The third young master has always been smart and resourceful, it’s no surprise he passed the exams. Just didn’t expect it to be so soon."
Song Lingzhao proudly straightened up: "Of course, just look at whose brother he is."
"Compared to the third young master, you seem like the younger one, not as sharp."
Song Lingzhao halted, glanced sideways at him, "Say that again?"
Damao quickly lowered himself and flattered with a smile, "But when it comes to skills, even if all the young masters of the house combined, none could match you."
Song Lingzhao snorted and said, "Now that both the eldest brother and third brother have passed the exams, and gained titles, Damao, I must work hard too, I cannot fall behind."
Damao’s happy face suddenly turned earnest, and he whispered, "The young master is right, but since you were called to attend the Marshal’s birthday celebration this time, you must be careful afterward. Bear and Bear Two have been picking on us for a while, now they’ll likely plot against us more."
Song Lingzhao sneered, "Do I fear them?"
"Of course, we’re not afraid, but there’s a saying, ’An open attack is easy to avoid, but a hidden one difficult to guard against.’ If they scheme in secret, we may not be able to defend ourselves, after all, they joined the camp before us."
Song Lingzhao pressed his lips and said, "You’re right, given this, we should make some preparations as well, let’s go."