The mother and daughter went back to pick up Chaoyang, and together they headed to the Xu family's home.
The next day, Zhao Jing submitted his petition, and it was approved by the afternoon.
The Emperor recalled that last year, the newly appointed Advanced Scholars had been delayed in visiting their hometowns due to the coming-of-age ceremonies and the Empress Dowager's birthday banquet. Therefore, not only did he grant Zhao Jing an extra month of leave, but he also permitted the rest of the Advanced Scholars to return home to honor their ancestors. For many, this was a truly unexpected delight.
The departure date for Zhao Jing and his entourage was set for the twenty-fifth of the seventh month. Any later, and the weather would turn colder, making the journey miserable.
