In September of the tenth year of Zhenguan.
Although the dual martial arts competition is held in late October.
But Chang'an City has already begun to become lively in September.
Candidates from surrounding areas took the lead in coming to Chang'an City to prepare for the exam, and those who lived further away were also arriving one after another.
Because this martial arts examination has many subjects and is held over multiple days.
Therefore, candidates from all over the country are trying to rent a house near the examination venue first, or find a nearby hotel to stay.
And this is naturally an opportunity for the wealthy households in Chang'an City, court ministers and even aristocratic families from all over the world.
After all, during the spring and autumn examinations of the imperial examination, they would open their doors and provide food, accommodation and books to the candidates.
In order to ensure that when the time comes, the scholars living in their own homes will be able to stand out and bring benefits to themselves.
So now they will not miss the martial arts exam.
And to a certain extent, liberal arts are far less popular than martial arts.
After all, everyone knows that the Tang Dynasty was a court where military strategy was more important than civil servants, and the status of military generals was slightly higher than that of civil servants.
If his own mansion could produce the first military champion since the founding of the imperial court.
Wouldn't that add some brilliance to your face?
Even Changsun Wuji and Cheng Yaojin stepped forward at this time.
Even, they are secretly involved in the internal affairs.
Compete to see who can support more candidates and whose mansion can produce more talents.
And seeing these people having so much fun, Li Chengqian also became interested.
Although he currently lives in the East Palace, there is no way for candidates to move in.
But his property is not just one.
Although he no longer lives in Prince Qin's Mansion, the 'real estate certificate' belongs to him.
Moreover, Li Chengqian had done real estate business with Changsun Wuji.
Until now, there are still many vacant properties of his around Chang'an University.
Therefore, after the large wave of candidates arrived, Li Chengqian cleared all his properties to provide housing for some candidates from poor backgrounds.
Those who accepted Li Chengqian's help all felt flattered.
You know, Li Chengqian is the current prince and the future emperor.
For some people, it is a great honor to receive help from him or to meet and talk with him.
After all, some people will never see the prince in their entire lives.
But they were able to live directly in the prince's house.
Of course, there's more to them being excited about.
Li Bai once said: "I don't want to be granted the title of Marquis of Ten Thousand Households in my life, but I hope to get to know Han Jingzhou."
If I can get to know His Highness the Crown Prince and be appreciated by His Highness the Crown Prince, is my ranking in the exam still important?
Even, there is no need to take an exam, right...
After all, they all knew that Li Chengqian had been leading the Liangzhou Army.
If Li Chengqian appreciated him and asked him to become an officer, wouldn't it just be a matter of words?
Of course, this is also their overthinking.
If Li Chengqian was the kind of person who gathered talents casually, I'm afraid he wouldn't have the status he has today.
After all, Li Shimin was a very jealous monarch.
Especially after the Xuanwu Gate Incident, this guy was very wary of his son.
Even if he and Li Yuan later resolved their knot, it could still be seen that this guy had never let down his guard.
In fact, whether around Li Chengqian or Li Tai, they all have Li Shimin's eyes.
If the two of them do anything inappropriate, Li Shimin will know immediately.
This is the reason why Li Shimin trusted Li Chengqian so much and even forced his power on him.
Of course, none of this matters.
The important thing is that Li Chengqian is also very happy looking at these talents now.
For the first time in so long, he felt that the future was bright.
As the saying goes, civil servants can determine the upper limit of a country.
But that also requires the support of the lower limit of military commanders.
After all, no matter how good your strategy is, no matter how long-term your vision is.
After all, military commanders are still needed as the basis to conquer and defend the world.
He looked at the candidates from humble families, and then at Changsun Chong beside him.
Li Chengqian chuckled and said: "Seriously, brother Chong, do you want to follow Lao Gao to participate in the excitement of martial arts?"
"Not going."
Changsun Chong shook his head and said: "I am a civil servant and not a military general. I don't need to prove anything through martial arts."
Civil servant?
Hearing this, Li Chengqian couldn't help shaking his head and laughing.
You know, Changsun Chong's martial arts is also pretty good.
The one who followed Li Chengqian in his early years was also the master who fought in battles in the north and south, charging into battle.
But now, he calls himself a civil servant. I really don't know if this guy is serious or joking with me.
Of course, people like Changsun Chong were not a minority in the Tang Dynasty.
For example, Changsun Wuji and Fang Xuanling were both masters of bow and horse.
The so-called literary ability to write a novel and the military ability to make decisions immediately refers to people like them.
Of course, in public, they always call themselves literati or civil servants.
Although……
It looks a bit like Versailles.
But while Li Chengqian was silent, Changsun Chong's expression changed slightly.
"Besides..."
"Compared to martial arts, I still want to take liberal arts..."
Changsun Chong narrowed his eyes: "This is really the knot in my heart..."
Noble children like Changsun Chong all have privileges.
It is entirely possible to obtain Yinfeng through his father's merits and then enter the temple.
You can also choose to study in the Imperial College.
When you complete your studies, you will directly participate in the final level of the imperial examination.
However, Changsun Chong's strong personality destined him not to accept this so-called shady seal.
Even, in order to prove his talent and learning, he not only gave up Yin Feng, but also gave up the opportunity to study in the Imperial College.
He chose to take the same route as the children from a poor family, starting from the childhood examination and passing the provincial examination.
Last year, he finally found time and took part in the examination.
It cannot be said that his performance is not good, it can only be said that he is not the best among many scholars.
That's why he sighed that there are people outside the world.
Of course, this sigh is mostly unconvinced.
Seeing his appearance, Li Chengqian shook his head and sighed.
Cheng Huailiang also stood up at the right time.
He raised his hand and patted Changsun Chong on the shoulder and said, "Okay, okay, there's nothing to be upset about."
"Who can live without a few regrets in his life?"
"Besides, you are already good enough."
"Thirteenth on the list, that's a rank that many people dream of."
"I'm afraid you are the only one who feels dissatisfied..."
Hearing this, Changsun Chong curled his lips contemptuously: "What do you know, a reckless person?"
Hearing this, Cheng Huailiang immediately became anxious.
I kindly comfort you, but you are still blaming me?
Seeing that these two people were about to fight, Li Chengqian quickly stood up and said: "Okay, okay, stop making trouble, you two follow me to the Prince Qin's Mansion to have a look."
"ah?"
Cheng Huailiang was stunned for a moment, and then asked: "What are you going to do there?"
"How about saying you are a reckless person?"
Changsun Chong rolled his eyes, and then said to himself: "I heard that a very powerful guy came from somewhere."
"It is said that this man is as brave as Qin Qiong and as talented as Li Jing in commanding troops. I don't know whether it is true or not."
Hearing this, Cheng Hualiang couldn't help but raise his eyebrows.
"Is it that powerful?"
Cheng Huailiang said: "Can you boast?"
"It's really not."
Li Chengqian chuckled and said, "You will understand everything when you see him..."
