Mythical Three Kingdoms

Situated downstream in history, the knowledge that can be obtained is not limited. Many issues that are difficult for countless people in this era are easily solvable for Chen Xi, who can look back to ancient times and forward a thousand years.

Therefore, for Chen Xi, the biggest problem is not solving problems, but discovering them. Many times, many things have become customary, and it is precisely because they have become customary that the problems within them are ignored.

Chen Xi discovered early on that he was being assimilated by this dreadful old society. Although he still retained many traits, he had integrated into this era in many more aspects. For society, no matter how peculiar an individual may be, there will always be a place for them.

Of course, Chen Xi always denied that he was a peculiar individual. He worked hard to disguise himself as a native, although he ultimately failed in his disguise.

Moreover, Chen Xi is not one of those who stand out alone. He occasionally breaks the rules, but when it comes to doing something completely against the social system, Chen Xi refrains; his strength not only comes from wisdom that far exceeds this era but also from leading the majority from a position above them.

Thus, even if some things are wrong, Chen Xi might choose to ignore them. The reform of the social system ultimately cannot depart from the entire societal productivity.

Two hundred years ago, Wang Mang, to speak of those institutions, if placed in a future with abundant resources, was he really wrong?

Unfortunately, it was precisely because he did not integrate with the social environment of the time that he went too far, leading to his downfall. Many things are correct under certain societal productivity, certain institutions, or certain moralities but not necessarily at other times!

”You are indeed impressive,” Xun Yu opened his mouth, finally silent for a moment, and sighed as he spoke to Chen Xi.

”Caught a break, aren’t you worried about Chang’an?” Chen Xi changed the subject and asked.

Upon hearing this, a trace of resentment appeared in Xun Yu’s eyes, but it soon faded away, and he said calmly, ”It’s nothing, the Emperor’s affairs are the Emperor’s affairs, and Han Chang’an is Chang’an’s affair, someone will handle it.”

”Aren’t you worried that Cao Zixiu and others might mess this up?” Chen Xi asked with a smile.

”It’s not a big problem, my eldest son, Changqian, though long bedridden, is not lacking in wisdom. After Cao Zixiu heads north to block the enemy, he will surely notify Mao Xiaoxian, and with Xiaoxian’s character, he will observe from afar and only intervene if necessary,” Xun Yu replied steadily.

”Wow, your eldest son, what should your eldest son call me?” Chen Xi excitedly asked, since the Chen Family and the Xun Family are actually in-laws.

Xun Yu was taken aback and began calculating. Although Chen Xi belongs to a branch lineage, he is, in actuality, of the same generation as Chen Qun, whose grandfather Chen Shi’s first legal wife was Zhong Hao’s sister, and Zhong Yao is Zhong Hao’s great-grandson. After Zhong Clan’s passing, Xun Shu, feeling sorry for Chen Shi, married his own younger sister to him, and Xun Shu is Xun Yu’s paternal grandfather.

This means that, in terms of blood relations, Xun Yu and Chen Qun are of the same generation, Xun You and Zhong Yao are of the same generation, and are nephew generations.

Add to this the entangled and convoluted relationships between the Sima Family and the Chen Family, where Sima Yi is Chen Xi’s cousin, and the complication arises from the fact that historically, Chen Qun married Xun Yu’s daughter, and Xun Yu’s cousin married Zhong Yao’s cousin…

In summary, the relationships among several families are quite entangled, and if you add the subsequent inclusion of the Xiahou Family, the Yang Family, and the Yangg Family, the complex ethical relationships make it confusing as to what to address each other as when stepping outside.

”Uncle, I suppose,” Xun Yu replied somewhat uncertainly, for the relationships are too complex, with multiple routes even along the paternal lines.

”I heard that Changwen’s legal wife passed away, Wen Ruo, do you have any thoughts on this?” Chen Xi quietly transmitted his voice to Xun Yu, not planning to let him work anymore, given that neither his physical condition nor mood suited the current circumstances, and he decided to ease the tension with some gossip.

”I do have some thoughts, but I’m not sure if Changwen would agree,” Xun Yu said, having finished dealing with the governmental affairs, happy to chat leisurely with Chen Xi since the midday incident was too distressing.

”Hehehe, you could have Lord Ci Ming propose to the Chen Family, after all, the previous generations of both families are present,” Chen Xi transmitted his voice with a chuckle, ”That way, you become Changwen’s father-in-law. What a great way to take advantage of him.”

Xun Yu himself had this thought before, but Chen Qun kept struggling, so he didn’t feel comfortable bringing it up. His family is also an aristocratic one, and he is the family head. His legitimate daughter wouldn’t have any trouble getting married, so he didn’t feel comfortable bringing it up with Chen Qun’s constant struggle.

Hearing this, Xun Yu was moved. Truth be told, he also felt that his daughter marrying Chen Qun would be quite fitting. Chen Qun’s personality and capabilities were commendable, and he was familiar with him. As for taking advantage of Chen Qun, that hadn’t crossed his mind. How could matters of marriage be decided for such a trivial reason?

”It’s indeed a good idea,” Xun Yu transmitted his voice to Chen Xi, ”I believe the Chen family’s past generation would be happy to take this matter on.”

[Not only are they happy to take it on, lately your family and mine have been secretly in agreement. Even if you don’t mention this matter, your elders are probably considering further strengthening their connection, with Chen Qun’s legal wife passing, some might see this as a timely opportunity.] Chen Xi thought to himself, curling his lip.

In reality, Chen Xi wasn’t mistaken. Recently, the Chen Family and the Xun Family had been collaborating on ventures, which had turned significant, and there was a need for some action to strengthen the emotional connection between the two families, as it happened, the Chen Family Head’s legal wife had passed.