"Really," Xie Xiangrong nodded firmly, "Although it is not finalized, I believe my chances are quite good."
Father Xie: "...Not yet decided."
Xie Xiangrong: "Father, this is Prince Qin, the emperor's younger brother."
"Indeed, though your cousin is capable, he is just an Earl." Father Xie quickly read the letter, frowning.
Xie Xiangrong explained, "The notes in the middle are his replies to me, as you don't like reading them, I removed them."
Father Xie's brows relaxed, and then tightened again, "Our family status is too low, after all, your cousin is a layer above us. Just relying on his recommendation, I'm afraid it won't work."
Xie Xiangrong said, "Whether it works or not, we must go to the capital city. After all, it's our cousin who's mediating this proposal, and it wouldn't be polite to refuse. Even if it doesn't succeed, we can inquire about the Luoyang Academy."
