In this era, those who can pass the provincial examination are those who have outstanding ability in a certain small area.
There may be some nerds among them, but most of them are still very smart.
And these smart people wisely did not mention Chunwei's incident, because they all knew that Xia Jingyun did not do well in the exam.
Although the results haven’t come out yet, this is something you can figure out with your toes.
How can you do well in the exam?
Piles of things were consuming his energy. Compared with ordinary candidates, he didn't have much time to study thoroughly;
Then on the eve of the exam, he was imprisoned in the Black Ice Terrace for more than ten days. He just wasted his time, not to mention reading in there. If he could eat well and sleep well every day, he would be a god.
After being released from prison at Heibingtai, I stayed for two or three days. I didn’t even have a good meal before going to the examination room;
After going to the examination room, he dealt with Prime Minister Qin. Looking back in hindsight, he probably spent a lot of time thinking about this during the examination.
To sum up, if everyone can do well in the exam, it seems that they who work hard to study are too useless.
Therefore, everyone understood and tacitly agreed not to mention this matter.
However, this tacit understanding was suddenly broken, so that everyone suddenly didn't know what to say.
They looked at the person who spoke silently, trying to see if he had other thoughts.
After the man spoke subconsciously, he quickly reacted and felt disappointed. Just as he was about to explain, Xia Jingyun had already spoken.
"Someone has asked me this question before, and this is how I answered it. Although there were many changes along the way, I feel that I still showed my true level. As for this true level, it is at the highest level among all the talents. The grade is not decided by me, but by the teacher who marks the exam."
He looked around with a smile, "I have the same answer here today. No matter whether I can win or not after the results are released, I will still say the same thing. If you don't do well in the exam, it means you are not as good as others. Come back next year, haha!"
Everyone breathed a sigh of relief, and Xu Jiaoyu interrupted at the right time, "Well said, you young people should not only have the ambition to be higher than the sky, but also have the mentality to not be arrogant in victory and not discouraged in defeat. Gao Yang is right, so much People, there will always be people who succeed and some who fail. Those who succeed should know that there are mountains beyond the mountains. The current results are just the beginning and don’t mean anything. Those who fail should not feel that life is so gloomy. Three years from now , come again!"
Cheng Jiaoyu coughed, attracted everyone's attention, pondered for a moment, and said, "Xu Jiaoyu is right!"
Everyone laughed, and the atmosphere became cheerful again.
Then we talked a lot, talking about poetry, and then turned to "When will the bright moon come", "Meet each other happily", "Beauty resentment" and so on;
Later, we talked about articles again, and unknowingly turned to "Shi Shuo" again.
Only then did everyone suddenly realize that Xia Jingyun had made achievements in the literary world that many people had never achieved in their lifetime.
The ones who admired him became even more admired, but there were also many people who gradually felt a little sour in their hearts. But when they thought about it, such a person might not be ranked higher than themselves in the test, they felt secretly happy again.
Under these complicated thoughts and under the persuasion of the oracles, although everyone talked a lot, they only had a few drinks and the banquet dispersed.
After sending the gifts to everyone, Xu Dapeng said with a smile: "I didn't expect that the great talents from other states have no airs and are quite approachable!"
Zeng Jimin said softly: "That's because Brother Gao Yang is here, so they are so easy to talk to."
Xu Dapeng nodded, "Yes, only by being strong can you win respect!"
Xia Jingyun smiled, "This is a common reality, but power does not only refer to power or wealth. Just as I still admire Brother Zize's gentlemanly style, and I also respect Brother Boyi's magnanimity and purity."
Xu Dapeng and Zeng Jimin were both slightly startled. Xu Dapeng was surprised and happy, "Really?"
Xia Jingyun nodded, "Of course it's true. To me, good moral character is more permanent, more rare, and more worthy of our pursuit than power or wealth. This is my always-held view, and I hope you can do it in high school." After becoming an official, never forget your original intention."
These two people were friends from Jiang'an County, and they were very capable, so they would naturally move closer to Xia Jingyun. He naturally hoped that these two people could become his assistants in the future, so he said a few words.
Xu Dapeng and Zeng Jimin didn't say anything after hearing this. Instead, they took half a step back and bowed deeply to Xia Jingyun.
On the carriage on the way back, Bai Yunbian, who had watched the whole process, complained with a frown: "Buy fame and reputation, and buy people's hearts!"
Xia Jingyun, who knew Bai Yunbian's temper, was not angry, and joked with a smile: "I'm so good at buying people's hearts, why haven't I bought you yet?"
Bai Yunbian snorted coldly, "How can I be the kind of person who is at your mercy? Don't look at how powerful you are now. In time, when I am at the peak of my power, you will definitely not be as good as me. But don't worry, I will take good care of you." Look after you.”
"Master Bai knows how to repay his kindness, and he is truly a role model for our generation." Xia Jingyun smiled and cupped his hands, and then suddenly said: "I heard that Master Yuhu is coming back."
Bai Yunbian trembled subconsciously, and his mouth began to purse.
Immediately looking at Xia Jingyun's suppressed smile, he rushed over and said, "How dare you amuse me!"
Xia Jingyun resisted with a smile, "Hahahaha, I just heard that, maybe I heard it wrong, hahahaha!"
Beside the carriage, Chen Fugui looked at the slightly swaying carriage and smiled at each other with the Bai family guard beside him.
After laughing for a while, Xia Jingyun said quickly: "Okay, okay, let's stop making trouble, let's talk about something serious."
Bai Yunbian was still a little angry, but he was not as dissatisfied as Niubi Tang. He sat angrily and said, "What serious words can you say?"
Xia Jingyun calmed down and said, "Has your father replied to your letter?"
When Bai Yunbian heard this, he became honest and shook his head, "I haven't received it yet."
Xia Jingyun patted his shoulder lightly, "Don't worry, I also sent a letter to the Su family. Mr. Su also analyzed it with me. Based on your father's temperament, there should be nothing to do with Qin Ni, at least on the surface. . Even if there is something, as long as it is not too deeply involved, I should be fine if I go and ask His Majesty for a favor. If there is really no involvement, this trip will go smoothly, and maybe I can get a feel for the location of Zhou Mu."
Bai Yunbian didn't care that much about these official matters, but he nodded, turned to look at him, held it in for a long time, and finally said thank you in a low voice.
"What? I didn't hear you clearly. Say something else?"
Bai Yunbian kicked him over.
"Okay, stop making trouble and have a good sleep. We have to go to the clubhouse when the results are released tomorrow!"
"Go away, if you want to make a fuss, you can make a fuss. If you don't want to make a fuss, don't make a fuss. Who do you think I am!"
There was another bustle in the carriage, and the air was filled with joy.
Wanbao Tower.
With the remarkable achievements of Xia Jingyun's economic expansion and the continuous slaughter of two fat sheep of the Shi family and the prime minister's office, Emperor Chongning's pockets have been unusually bulging in recent years. Naturally, the gap in the Wanbao Tower is not a problem, and the construction Progress is rapid.
Emperor Chongning looked over with satisfaction, but couldn't help but recall the words Qin Sichao had scolded him in his mind.
Just as the anger rose, Xia Jingyun's comfort emerged in time.
Those timely and accurate words finalized the thief's words.
Presumably, with that sentence, there will be less criticism between the government and the public, and more clear names will be left in the history books.
Thinking of this, he suddenly said: "Hey, tomorrow is the tenth day of March, right?"
The examination results of the Great Xia Dynasty were all released on the tenth day of March, and the day of the palace examination was the first day of April. Therefore, Gao Yi, who had been silently observing the changes in Emperor Chongning's face, immediately heard the song and knew its meaning, "Tomorrow at midnight, the Ministry of Rites will list the list. After handing it in, it will also be posted outside the Gongyuan. I'm afraid some people who can't wait will have to go to the list in advance to catch the son-in-law."
"They can catch a few real good sons-in-law."
Emperor Chongning snorted coldly, and then said: "Do you think Xia Jingyun passed the exam?"
Gao Yi said softly: "Mr.
"The examination is not that simple." Emperor Chongning shook his head, and then patted the case gently, "That's all, everyone has his own blessings. Even if I don't punish him, I will take care of him. Let him take care of this matter. Wish yourself luck!"
"When the etiquette list is sent tomorrow, show it to me immediately."
"yes."
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Changle Palace.
Concubine De was leaning on the couch. Her graceful figure was exposed under the thinner clothes, making her even more attractive. Her hair was like a waterfall, her eyebrows were like a painting, and her whole body showed the ultimate charm of a mature beauty.
It's a pity that no one can see the flowers blooming in the deep pavilion.
Aunt Yuan walked over slowly, helped sort out the incense in the incense burner, and said with a smile, "Are you worried about Mr. Xia?"
"Yes, the results will be released tomorrow. Whether he can take this step well or not will affect his future!"
Regarding this kind of thing, there was no need for Concubine De to calm down and calm down, and she frankly expressed her sorrow.
Aunt Yuan chuckled and said: "What kind of person is Mr. Xia? We just want to be a Jinshi, and we don't need a high ranking. With his talent, he can definitely do it."
Concubine De shook her head gently, "If one could get into the exam if he had talent and learning, how could there be so many people in the past and present who had no talent? I'm afraid of the worst case scenario. After all, he didn't have much experience in studying and studying."
She sighed and sat up slowly, "What's more, with his attitude, how can he be willing to just be at the bottom of the list?"
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Under the same moonlight.
In Sujiawu on the bank of Dongting Lake, Su Yanyan, dressed in white, looked at the moon alone with a worried expression;
On Baiyi Mountain, Xie Yanzhi stood on the highest roof of Baiyi Villa, knelt down on his knees, burned incense and worshiped the moon;
In Jiang'an County, Xia Jingyun's parents clasped their hands together and prayed silently. Mr. Yun had his hands behind his back and looked a little worried.
In the Marquis Mansion of Jiang'an, the lonely lamp is like a bean, and Feng Xiuyun silently packs the red envelopes one by one. She firmly believes that he will win the first place, and will distribute all these red envelopes to the Marquis Mansion tomorrow.
Early the next morning, Xia Jingyun, refreshed after a sound night's sleep, and Bai Yunbian, whose dark circles under his eyes became heavier, went out and went to the Surabaya Guild Hall.
This is also a consistent tradition. Although looking at the results is a very lively event, there are as few as one or two thousand candidates in one session and as many as three or four thousand. It is impossible for them all to squeeze into the small square outside the Gongyuan to watch.
Moreover, some candidates are under too much pressure, and some candidates want to be reserved as a scholar. For various reasons, most candidates choose to wait in their own guild halls, and the guild halls will also send people to copy the results. Single delivery.
Only some impatient or bored people were actually waiting for the news outside the Gongyuan. The vast majority were people in Zhongjing who were watching the excitement, as well as some wealthy businessmen who wanted to use their status as Jinshi to improve their lowly merchant status, or who wanted to continue Or the fallen nobles who revived their family's fortunes.
Because Yunmeng Guild Hall and Sishui Guild Hall are close to each other, and they have become familiar with each other these days, we simply watch the rankings together.
While the picture is lively, it also implies the same comparison as always.
Precisely because this scene was busier than other guild halls, yesterday Yu Daoxing and others readily agreed to Xia Jingyun's invitation to come over and wait to see the rankings.
Therefore, when Xia Jingyun and Bai Yunbian arrived in front of the guild hall, they saw that the lobby of the guild hall was already crowded and loud.
When everyone saw their figures, they all stood up to greet them, and Xu Dapeng and others also hurriedly called them over.
After they sat down, everyone continued chatting about the topic they had just talked about, but at the same time they all drank wine in a somewhat absent-minded way.
That posture made the instructor on the side couldn't help but remind him: "Take it easy, don't get yourself drunk before looking at the list."
The examination is quite special. It is the most important gate for these candidates, but because of the existence of the palace examination, it has actually become a palace examination qualification examination, and the real ranking and glory are left until after the palace examination.
Therefore, this created a tense but less formal situation, and these people could still drink two glasses of wine to relieve their anxiety.
Those who were mentioned in the exam had no choice but to say: "I don't want to teach you, but I feel panicked. If I don't succeed, it will be another three years. How many three years can there be in life!"
Jinke Xie Yuan of Longshou Prefecture, Yu Daoxing, smiled and said: "This is actually normal. Scholars are selected among countless scholars. Thousands of scholars are selected among countless scholars. Three hundred tribute students are selected among thousands of scholars. Throughout the ages, How many people can win in one fell swoop? Brother Gao Yang said it well yesterday, don’t be arrogant when you win, don’t be discouraged when you lose, just fight again next year.”
Yunmeng Prefecture's Cheng Jiao Yu also said, "Yes, we have seen many successes and failures among the state schools. You must have a peaceful mind, be perseverant, and not let temporary gains and losses affect your state of mind. Only then can you do what you want." Steady and far-reaching.”
Xia Jingyun smiled and said, "Let's think about things better. Maybe everyone in the hall will be able to go to high school today!"
Of course, everyone knew that this was impossible, but everyone liked to hear good words. They laughed loudly when they heard the words and raised their glasses together.
Amidst the laughter, Cheng Ziyun and others who were also sitting in the hall lowered their heads and pursed their lips silently.
"Laugh. Let's see if he can still laugh after a while."
"What if you are just thick-skinned and don't care about your ranking, as long as you win!"
"That's no good. If you have no shame, you are invincible in the world!"
Even they knew that with Xia Jingyun's talent and learning, even if there were so many difficulties, the possibility of not succeeding was not high.
It's just that at that time, he probably couldn't stand so shamelessly in the center of everyone's attention, talk and laugh freely, point out the country, and scold Fang Qiu.
The inexplicable hatred that came from the original argument and the indelible jealousy in their hearts now drove them to pray for Xia Jingyun's failure even more.
"The time has come."
Following Sishui Prefecture Xu Jiaoyu's gentle words, the atmosphere suddenly became tense.
After a while.
The sound of horse hooves came from far away and stopped in front of the Surabaya Guild Hall. A rider rushed into the lobby and handed a roll of paper to the lobby manager.
Of course the shopkeeper in the lobby would not miss this opportunity to show his face. He stood on a chair and said loudly: "In the 24th year of Chongning, Bingchenke, General Examination, 251st to 300th Name, the following gentleman is in high school!"
As he spoke, he chanted the name at the top of his voice.
Then several cheers sounded from time to time in the hall.
Three hundred places were allocated to thirteen states. Although there were candidates from two states here, there were not many people. Therefore, after the fifty names were mentioned, only a few people were successful.
Seeing this situation, the people who filled the entire hall became even more nervous.
Before the shopkeeper had finished reading, the second list from 201 to 250 was passed back, and he started reading it seamlessly.
"Master Xu Tao Dapeng from Sishui Prefecture, ranked 208th in the high school Bingchen subject examination!"
Xu Dapeng was overjoyed and shouted excitedly, "I won! I won!"
Cheng Ziyun said disdainfully: "Look at him like that. He won more than 200 prizes. What the hell is he talking about!"
"Hey, among the two hundred to three hundred, Xia Jingyun's name is not included. Could it be that he did well in the exam?"
"It's possible. It seems that he is quite capable!"
However, next, from the 151st to the 200th, the 101st to the 150th, the 51st to the 100th, Cheng Ziyun, Zeng Jimin and others also They all won, but Xia Jingyun's name still didn't appear.
Many people couldn't help but have a thought in their minds: Mr. Xia couldn't really fail the exam, right?
Because Huiyuan is to be announced separately, when the next fast horse arrives, it will send a list of the second to fiftieth places.
In this list, Yunmeng Prefecture Jieyuan Baiyunbian and Sixiang Prefecture Jieyuan Tong Xingrui are among them.
However, Xia Jingyun's name was still missing.
Similarly, there is no name of Longshouzhou Jieyuan Yu Daoxing.
Yu Daoxing couldn't help but look at Xia Jingyun. Bai Yunbian, Xu Dapeng, Zeng Jimin and others also looked at him, and many others also silently turned their eyes to Xia Jingyun.
Considering the actual situation, whoever chooses between these two people will also think that Huiyuanhui is Xie Yuanyu Daoxing, who comes from Longshou Prefecture, which has a prosperous literary style.
"Ha ha ha ha!"
In the silence, a burst of mocking laughter suddenly broke out.
Xu Dapeng stood up angrily and looked at the laughing person, "Cheng Ziyun, what do you mean?"
Cheng Ziyun didn't panic at all, "What do you mean? I won, aren't you happy? What? You are so overbearing, why don't you make people laugh?"
Then he looked at Xia Jingyun as if he suddenly understood, "Oh! I'm sorry, I didn't notice that Mr. Xia failed the exam. It's my fault! Please forgive me! Oh, it's a pity to say it. If so many changes hadn't happened, Mr. Xia would have failed. Maybe you can win. But as you said before, don’t be discouraged. We will fight again next year, right? For Otomiko the year after next, Mr. Xia must work hard!"
Bai Yunbian and others all frowned, but they didn't want to get angry.
While he was hesitating, there was another sound of horse hooves.
But this time, the person who rushed into the room first was not the person who reported the news before, but Gongsun Jing, the chief steward of the Jiang'an Marquis Mansion. He glanced around and saw Xia Jingyun, with excitement on his face, "Young Master, I am so happy. !”
Everyone's hearts skipped a beat.
Behind Gongsun Jing, the messenger rider from the Sishui Guild Hall also rushed in and handed the note in his hand to the shopkeeper.
The shopkeeper took a look and read aloud: "Master Xia Jingyun of Sishui Prefecture, the first place in the high school Bingchen examination will be Huiyuan!"
Cheers, excitement, shock, confusion, discussion, congratulations.
After a moment of dead silence, the entire hall suddenly erupted into a deafening noise.
It’s not easy to divide it into chapters, so it’s two chapters in one.
(End of chapter)
