Who Does the Mother of My Family Think I Am?

In this engaging narrative, a young man, Lyons, is pressed by his father to pursue his education, but he refuses, citing his family's wealth and status. His wife, Zi Yin, tries to persuade him to take the civil service examination to become a scholar. Lyons is reluctant, but his wife's words strike a chord, and he begins to consider the possibility of a life of learning and achievement. This story explores the themes of family, social status, and the pursuit of knowledge. The main characters are Perfectian Wanjun, Lyons, Zi Yin, Qinglian, and Xiao Ai, with the young woman, Liu Luyu, playing a central role in the narrative.