Since hundreds of years ago, the imperial examination has belonged to the Ministry of Rites.
The time for the major examinations, including the college examinations, provincial examinations, and general examinations are all decided upon by the personnel of the Ministry of Rites. Ceremony matters are handled by the Ministry of Rites. Even the Imperial College is under the command of the Ministry of Rites.
As the Minister of Rites, he should have ensured the fairness of the imperial examinations and protected the students' learning environment and survival foundation, but instead they were allowed to become "knife hunters" for money. This was a failure of the Ministry of Rites.
Especially the rich man's face made Qi Huai frown, but at the same time he felt a sense of responsibility.
"I've heard about gambling issues in the past two years, but I always felt that the imperial examination still relied on one's true strength. I didn't know it was so bad." He held the folding fan tightly, "Brother Xu must have already thought about it if he came to me. Decision, don’t worry, Qi is willing to accompany you to the end.”
The sixteen or seventeen-year-old boy had a vibrant face and a sparkle in his eyes.
They have the world in mind, they love all around the world, and they bravely venture into it. Time has not yet smoothed their edges, pride, and aspirations.
They have a vitality and vitality that brings tears to their eyes every time they look back for the rest of their lives.
Xu Mo stretched out his hand tremblingly, and sincerely welcomed his friend in the Imperial College, a friend who truly had the same ambition, the same sonority, and the same clarity.
The moment they held each other's hands, they saw determination in each other's eyes.
"Brother Xu..."
"Brother Qi..."
This matter was very difficult for Xu Mo, because he was unwilling to come up with articles that showed his talent. Even if he did, he would only get a batch of money, which would not actually help the progress of the matter.
But it was different in Qi Huai's hands.
He is a high-ranking official and has enough money. Even if he goes gambling, no one will suspect him, and his true identity can withstand scrutiny.
The only regret is that Qi Huai has already passed the imperial examination, so he can only bet on the test, and there is no way to get rid of Zhu Zhi.
"You want to bet on the questions of the national examination?" Qi Huai was a little surprised.
Xu Mo has a cautious temper. He has trust in Qi Huai, but he has not reached 100%, so he only revealed the shady transaction behind the gambling issue and did not mention the real target-Zhu Zhi.
"Yes, the examination is too difficult, and the difficulty of the gambling questions will also increase." Xu Mo came up with this excuse, "The examination involves a wider area and affects more people."
Qi Huai is the son of the Minister of Rites. The Minister of Rites needs to be responsible for the scientific examination. Exposing the darkness behind the gambling problem is a meritorious service.
Since all the meritorious service has been done, the more people arrested, the better.
Qi Huai understood God in his heart and said, "Leave this matter to me."
The next day, he brought over a fairer and more handsome young man.
Xu Mo sat in a separate pavilion outside the Imperial Academy and waited. It was surrounded by roads on three sides and water on one side. It was a unique place for secret talks that no one could follow.
But the less shelter there is, the easier it is for the cold December wind to invade.
Even though Xu Mo wore three layers inside and three outside, he still couldn't help but shiver when a biting cold wind blew.
Hot tea is not available, and hot handkerchiefs are even less possible.
Fortunately, the little sister stuffed a roasted sweet potato into his arms before going out. He was holding his chest because it was so hot that it became the only source of heat on his body.
Wait until another biting cold wind blows.
Xu Mo couldn't help but put his hand into his arms and took out the roasted sweet potato wrapped in a handkerchief. As soon as he opened a corner, Qi Huai came out from nowhere, followed by an impatient young man in black.
"Brother Xu, I'm here." He panted, "I also brought you helpers."
Xu Mo raised his hand without changing his expression, threw the roasted sweet potato back into his arms, and closed his clothes.
"Let me introduce you." Qi Huai pointed at the young man in black, "This is my... younger brother. He is willing to help us bet on the questions of the Juren Examination."
This young man in black looks to be about fourteen or fifteen years old. He is fair and comely. His facial features are very similar to Qi Huai's. He should be a biological brother.
Xu Mo nodded gently to express his gratitude.
The young man in black opposite him frowned, his expression changed from confusion to shock, and finally two words popped out of his mouth, "Is it you?"
Qi Huai raised his eyebrows.
Xu Mo was also confused, "Has Xu met Mr. Qi?"
The young man in black paused, suddenly realized something, and quickly shook his head like a rattle, "No, no, no, we have never met, let alone know each other."
There was no kicking, the dog chewed the mud or anything.
Xu Mo became more and more confused.
The gambling issue that was weighing on his mind made him not in the mood to think too much. He only said seriously, "I'm afraid my brother will have to step in for me in two days and change from active to passive."
Passive means that the wealthy young master comes to Xu Mo to ask for articles and make deals.
Taking the initiative means that the young man in black goes to the rich young man to buy articles and make deals.
For noble people, a wealthy son must be attentive and have to deal with them no matter how picky they are, just because noble people can bring wealth.
At that time, the young man in black will use the excuse of "not liking me" to read more articles and find more people who want to catch him.
He just regretted that the imperial examination papers could not be circulated, and Xu Mo could not obtain Zhu Zhi's papers, so he could not find the students behind them in terms of writing style and style.
But it doesn’t matter, the nobles are always superior to others and have the right to find fault with others. After several picks, as long as he reveals that he “wants to be like the master of the Zhu family”, the rich young man will definitely be willing to find the person behind the scenes. come out.
And this knife catcher is the key that Xu Mo is looking for.
"This matter is not only related to Xu Mo himself, but also to the future of countless poor students. Although they are poor, they can be valued for their talents as long as they persevere to the end. But these so-called gambling problems and so-called catching swords have changed their lives. Imprisoned, let them stir in the dust and mud forever, making it difficult to stand up and reach the top." Xu Mo looked at the Qi brothers sincerely, "We may be weak, and we may not be able to punish everyone behind us, but as long as we If you can expose the matter and let the Tian family see the darkness behind the imperial examination, you have completed your mission."
They are tiny, yet crucial.
When things get out of hand, there is always someone who stands up for justice, and there is always someone who can save countless poor students and prevent them from taking a twisted path.
The Dayu Dynasty should not be just a dynasty for the children of aristocratic families, nor should only the descendants of aristocratic families remain in the court, and the poor students should not become stepping stones for the powerful.
This world is a world for everyone.
Xu Mo raised his head and stared deeply at the blue sky above his head, as if he wanted to pour out his lifelong ideals, but he was holding back.
The Qi brothers looked at him blankly, not understanding that this young man was obviously slender, but at this moment, he was so tall, so tall that he needed to be looked up at.
But they unanimously made up their minds to handle this matter to the end and do it beautifully!
