The Land Officer, Elder Men, and many villagers gathered to bid farewell to Shao Yunduan, offering their well-wishes and blessings.
Their hopes were vested in Shao Yunduan's success in the intermediate examination. Being from the same family and village, his achievements would bring benefits not only to himself but also to the entire community. With an Advanced Scholar Old Master and an officer within their ranks, neighboring villages would think twice before bullying their villagers.
However, Third Uncle, though present, remained distant and appeared visibly displeased. His lack of involvement was noticeable.
Ms. Ma, who typically enjoyed spectacles, was conspicuously absent, along with Shao Liulang.
Even Third Uncle's presence seemed solely due to his reputation.
The third section of the family was seethed with anger. Shao Liulang's failure to pass the intermediate examination had fostered resentment toward the first section of the family. He believed they had let him down.
