The situation was urgent, Wen Wan didn’t dwell on how to get to the Prefecture this time. Following the last time, she spent two taels of Silver to hire a comfortable carriage, and the couple arrived at the Prefecture ahead of time.
The inn they stayed at last time was already full, so they went to another one that was relatively more expensive.
After rushing the whole way, Wen Wan was both hungry and tired, and she wanted nothing more than to collapse on the bed and sleep soundly as soon as she entered the inn.
But thinking that her husband might have a tough few days ahead, she didn’t dare fall asleep, and instead forced herself to keep her eyes open, first settling the luggage before asking Song Wei what he wanted to eat.
Song Wei saw her dark circles and couldn’t bring himself to let her run errands, so he directly carried her into the inner room and placed her on the bed, "You rest for a while, I’ll go out and get the wontons you love to eat."
Wen Wan originally wanted to go herself, but upon meeting Song Wei’s deep eyes that somehow gave a sense of security, she inexplicably felt warmth.
With a feeling of shy femininity in her heart, Wen Wan didn’t let it show, remaining calmly composed and nodded.
Song Wei tucked her in gently, and quickly closed the door and went out.
He first went to the snack shop to buy some soft and delicious pastries, then headed to the wonton stall, planning to pack two servings.
A sudden voice called out "Brother Song."
Song Wei turned around, surprised to encounter Hao Yun here.
He carried a book basket, evidently freshly arrived at the Prefecture and not yet settled, looking at Song Wei with eyes full of amusement, greeting him as he approached, "You’ve arrived so early?"
Song Wei’s expression was calm, giving a light nod, "Afraid of delays on the way, so came early."
"Indeed a great scholar’s style." Hao Yun gave a thumbs up, praised him repeatedly, and seeing the vendor hand the packed wontons to Song Wei, quickly stepped forward, "Boss, how much?"
Song Wei said, "Already paid, Brother Hao, no need to be polite."
Hao Yun was momentarily embarrassed, but quickly put on a smile, "Then boss, also pack a serving for me, we’re together."
Having said that, he turned his head towards Song Wei, "By the way, Brother Song, where are you staying? I’ve just arrived, haven’t found a place to stay. Last time we stayed at the same inn and forged our bond, now encountering by chance again, shouldn’t be left alone! Brother Song, mind if I stay at the same inn with you again?"
Song Wei gave a faint smile, indicating with a nod of his chin towards Yuelai Inn not far ahead, "It’s that one, don’t know if it’s full, you’ll have to ask yourself."
Hao Yun accepted the wontons handed over by the boss, paid the money, and followed Song Wei ahead, not forgetting to say, "Brother Song, winning the top spot in the county exam and the prefectural exam, I bet the academy exam top spot is a sure thing too."
Song Wei looked over, his eyes somewhat amused, "Why do you say so?"
"Like lice on a bald head, obvious!" Hao Yun said, "Previously sought Brother Song for experience, your brilliance simply opens one’s eyes wide, looking at your essays, I was utterly ashamed. So, how about it, when you win the top three, is it your treat at the restaurant for us to drink a few cups heavily?"
Song Wei didn’t continue the topic, stopping in front of Yuelai Inn, a calm "We’ve arrived" ending the conversation.
Hao Yun went in to book a room, and luckily the last one was left, right on the same floor as Song Wei and Wen Wan.
After Song Wei went upstairs, he informed Wen Wan about this matter, Wen Wan was visibly displeased, knowing well that Hao Yun wasn’t a good sort, why let him stay at the same inn?
Song Wei pushed the steaming wontons in front of Wen Wan, handed her chopsticks, and smiled, "A man of small measure is no gentleman. If it’s about competition, bring out real skills. I wouldn’t play tricks over such trivial matters, if I did, what kind of person has your husband become then?"