I saw that the slave walked in in a hurry. Perhaps he was too excited to see the threshold and fell hard.
Gao Qiu was in embarrassment. Seeing the slave in such a state made him even more embarrassed and reprimanded him harshly: "What kind of behavior can you do if you are so frivolous in everything you do?"
"Isn't it just that the young master didn't win? Why should you be nervous?" Gao Qiu was relieved. With his son's virtue, it was strange that he could win. Anyway, he lost face, so he might as well lose it to the end.
"No, young master." The slave was about to correct him, but was stopped by Chen You. He said proudly, "It's normal for your young master to fail. Don't take it too seriously. He may have tried his best."
Then, he turned to look at Gao Qiu: "Brother Gao! My son failed this time, but he will have a chance next time. No one can blame him. The blame is that he shouldn't read miscellaneous books during the imperial examination. Can miscellaneous books be used as a candidate? Do you want to eat?"
He seemed to be admonishing Gao Qiu, but he was actually sarcastic. The two had been secretly fighting each other for many years, and he was happy to see Gao Qiu deflated this time, and in front of so many relatives and friends.
"No, the young master was hit." The slave finally said.
"You're hit?" Gao Qiu couldn't react when he heard it. He looked at Nu Nu with his bright eyes, as if he wanted Nu Nu to repeat himself.
The slave understood and said quickly: "Yes, the young master has won, and he is still on the list. At this moment, the entire imperial examination prison is talking about how great the young master is, and he can actually suppress Mr. Shen and Shu Sunfu behind him."
"What did you say? Say it again?" Gao Qiu couldn't believe his ears.
"I mean, the young master won the second place on the list. Only one person can win this imperial examination. The other students are all left behind by the young master."
"Really?" Gao Qiu's body trembled, he didn't know how to react, his eyes were as wide as those of a cow.
"It's absolutely true. I think the imperial court will send a decree soon to allow the young master to join the imperial court as an official."
Yes, the young master was ranked second in the list. The slave thought that it was certain that he would become an official in the court.
"Join the court as an official?" Gao Qiu had not yet come out of his excitement and fell into another excitement.
Entering the court as an official, great! Since the Gao family settled in Xianyang, they have been thinking about how to make further progress every moment. He, Gao Qiu, has been working hard for this for most of his life, but he can't make any progress and can only be a co-worker. Because of this, he still fights openly and secretly with his colleagues. Hope to go further one day.
But his son, who had just passed the imperial examination, could become an official in the court. He was a little unable to adapt to the news.
"Have you said enough, Gao Qiu! If your son doesn't win, he won't win. Why let the slaves spread this panic? If you want to lie, just lie and spread a second place. What is the second place? That's what students all over the world are fighting for. How can my son win a position that cannot be fought for even with blood, just by reading miscellaneous books? What a joke."
Chen You really didn't want to hear the news that Gao Fugui was on the list, so he sarcastically said that this was a fantasy. Gao Fugui could win the list unless God opened his eyes. No, not even if God opens his eyes.
The other guests heard this and stood up one after another. You must know that everyone who comes here wants to see Gao Qiu's jokes. After all, everyone knows that it is impossible for Gao Qiu to win the ranking.
This was obviously a co-authored lie to save face.
They refused to do what he wanted.
"Brother Gao! Face the reality!"
"It is impossible to even be shortlisted when reading miscellaneous books, let alone win the second place on the list. Remember, thousands of students are competing!"
"Don't treat this banquet as a celebration banquet, just treat it as a normal banquet! I will entertain you next time to save your face, haha!"
Some people laughed, some persuaded Gao Qiu to see the reality clearly, and some talked about the banquet.
Gao Qiu was not happy to hear this. He was lying. Why couldn't his son win the second place on the list just by reading miscellaneous books? Why should we face reality?
This is because they don’t believe in the Gao family. Is his son that unbearable? Of course, if it was before, he would have thought that his son would be like this, but now, no longer, he believed that slavery would never be wrong.
After hearing the unkind words of these people, the slave could no longer listen and defended the Lord.
"Who said you can't win the ranking by reading miscellaneous books? The young master won the ranking by reading miscellaneous books."
Yes, many people have said that the young master’s answers are from the second book, and some people personally took out the second book to testify.
"Nonsense!" Chen You was angry.
Now that the imperial court has banned two books, this slave actually said that he won the second place on the list by relying on miscellaneous books. He was really addicted to joking and cursed, "You are slandering the imperial examination. Do you know that you are slandering your majesty?"
"Miscellaneous books are always miscellaneous books. How can a banned book fall into the imperial examination, and how can it be admitted to the elegant hall? The most popular scholar this time is Young Master Shen. He must have won the first place on the list as he wished. Could it be that he also read miscellaneous books? Ridiculous. Extremely.”
The slave argued: "Yes, Mr. Shen doesn't even read miscellaneous books, so he is not even qualified to be shortlisted."
"It's ridiculous. It's ridiculous. You dare to slander Mr. Shen. The one who wins the first place this time must be Mr. Shen. How could he not be shortlisted? When I hear these words, I know that you are co-authored to trick everyone."
Then Chen You turned to look at the guests, "You guys said that, right?"
"Yes, that's right." Many guests agreed. They came just to watch Gao Qiu's plays, so naturally they couldn't miss any opportunity to watch the plays.
Gao Fugui looked at all this and was really angry at these people's brainlessness. Why was it impossible for him to win the second place on the list? If he really wasn't sure, would he send out an invitation? joke! He is very confident.
Yes, he had this confidence when he came out of the imperial examination prison. In fact, all the questions came from the miscellaneous books he read.
Just when he was about to say something, another slave suddenly came to retaliate.
"Master, Mr. Shen, the servant's son, wants to see you."
"Master Shen?" Gao Qiu frowned and secretly wondered how Master Shen could come to Gao Mansion without any reason. This has never happened before, but he did not dare to neglect and hurriedly went out to greet him.
Soon, he welcomed Mr. Shen over.
As soon as Mr. Shen arrived, Chen You and all the guests were happy and respectful. Chen You cupped his hands and stepped forward to congratulate: "Congratulations to Mr. Shen for ranking first on the list. Chen is here to congratulate you."
Other guests also expressed their congratulations, which can be said to be following the trend.
Mr. Shen was sincere and lowered his arrogance and handed it over: "I'm really ashamed. I have disgraced everyone's expectations and failed to win the first place on the list. I couldn't even be shortlisted. The one you want to congratulate is brother Fugui. He is the one who everyone expected to win." Number two on the list.”
Mr. Shen completely lost his previous aloof arrogance. He actually bent over and came to Gao Fugui, asking for advice like a student asking a teacher.
"Brother Gao, it was purely a misunderstanding before. I would like to congratulate you."
What! Everyone looked at it and couldn't help but be dumbfounded. What kind of person is Mr. Shen? He actually bowed his head to the rich and powerful and even congratulated him? Didn't he win the first place on the list?
Wait, many people have reacted.
Could it be true what Slaves said? Mr. Shen couldn't even make the shortlist, but Gao Fugui actually won the second place on the list.
This is so incredible!
Suddenly, everyone's expressions changed.
If they could question it before, they had no choice but to believe Mr. Shen's words. After all, Mr. Shen was the son of a powerful man and did not bother to lie. Moreover, it was obvious that he could lower his arrogance like this.
Chen You felt very uncomfortable. He obviously came here to see a joke, but he didn't see the joke, but when he saw such a situation, he felt that he was inferior to others. He was very unconvinced, so he raised his hands and said to Master Shen: "Master Shen , everyone knows that what rich people read are miscellaneous books, why did you win the second place on the list, don’t you?”
"Fart!" Mr. Shen suddenly became furious and pointed at Chen You, "Are you insulting the imperial examination and His Majesty?"
"What Brother Fugui is reading is not a miscellaneous book, but a supreme book. Did you know that?"
"I long for such a sacred book, but you insult it."
"Hmph! Shen will definitely report this to his father without missing a word, so that he can inform His Majesty and punish you for your crime."
Mr. Shen showed his power as the son of a royal servant, and his whole body suddenly seemed taller, which was in sharp contrast to his stooped and lowered posture just now.
When Chen You heard this, he was immediately frightened and quickly bent down and held up his hands to beg for mercy.
"No, that's not what Chen meant. Please forgive me."
He was completely frightened.
But never would I have imagined that a miscellaneous book about wealth and wealth would become a sacred book. How is this happening?
Mr. Shen seemed to notice that everyone was puzzled and wanted to please the Gao family, so he shouted in a loud voice, "Don't you know it yet? The so-called second book is not a miscellaneous book, but a book that is favored by His Majesty. The questions for the imperial examination are from among them. This is a book for governing the country and bringing peace to the country."
What? A book about governing the country and bringing peace to the country? Did the imperial examination questions come from it? These two books are so great.
Everyone was shocked, and some people looked coveted.
But Mr. Shen didn't have time to see their reactions. After he finished speaking, he swept away the stunned people and immediately changed his attitude. He smiled good-naturedly and said to Gao Fugui: "Brother Gao, I have been admiring the second book for a long time. Can you Give it up and sell it for one or two.”
"I am sincere!" He quickly took out two thousand and a half taels from his arms, "According to what Brother Gao said that day, I have prepared two thousand and a half taels, and I beg you to buy two copies for me."
His attitude was so sincere that no one could have imagined.
Gao Fugui smiled and secretly said that this day has finally come.
Sure enough, what is said in economic theory is right. When a new product appears, it must undergo a transformation before it is accepted by everyone, and even becomes a popular product.
These two books are like this. Isn’t today a transformation? Yes, he could have imagined that after today, countless people would rush to buy the second book, and the second book would become something that everyone in Xianyang and even the surrounding area would grab.
That's what's hot.
What was said in the Economic Theory was correct and the truth. For a moment, he admired Li Zhao even more, as was a great economist! It would be a lifetime honor for him to become his teacher.
In stark contrast to Gao Fugui's plain expression, Gao Qiu was shocked. Yes, he was so shocked at the moment. He thought that at the beginning, he thought these two books were worthless things and it would be a loss if he kept them. If his son hadn't stopped him at that time, , I'm afraid he will sell it cheaply.
But he didn't expect that within a few days, the famous Mr. Shen actually spent two and a half thousand taels to buy it, and he only bought two copies. This made him incredible.
Then, he remembered his son's words: Old man, you don't understand.
Yes, he really didn't understand. He thought he had learned some tricks from his son in doing business, so he bought rice seeds from Chang'an Township.
However, there has never been any news about the increase in seed prices, and his son even said it was a loss-making business. Compared to the thousands of books my son bought, it only took a while for everyone to fight for them.
This is business!
Compared to his son, he is really inferior!
Why is this? He asked himself that his wisdom was not inferior to that of his son! But why is it so miserable? Suddenly, his mind fell on the second book, two books he had never read before.
"Is it the second book's problem?" He was confused, "It must be!" Then, he began to admire the second book.
Gao Fugui didn't know what his father was thinking. At this moment, his impression of Mr. Shen had changed a little. After all, he had just spoken for himself. Of course, he also said at that time that he would buy a copy for one thousand and a half taels. Seeing how wealthy this man was, Sincerely, it's not like he doesn't know how to behave.
"Seeing that Mr. Shen is so sincere, I'll sell it to you anyway." Gao Fugui was happy and quickly asked his servant to get the second book.
Master Shen was overjoyed when he heard this and bowed quickly, "Thank you. Brother Fugui is really Shen's benefactor."
Indeed, Gao Fugui was his benefactor. In order to accept new ideas, he consulted many capable people, but failed. However, this book was truly a new idea. He could have expected that with these two books, He must make a qualitative leap.
The person who made him leap forward was Gao Wealong. Of course, the authors of these two books also contributed.
"I must meet the author of these two books." Mr. Shen made up his mind that such a powerful person is unparalleled in the world. If he can worship him as his teacher, he is willing to lose five years of his life.
After receiving the second book handed over by Gao Fugui, Mr. Shen was very excited, especially when he saw the shining big characters on the cover, he couldn't put it down. He hugged it tightly in his arms, as if he was afraid of losing it.
This action is seen in everyone's eyes, but they are so greedy. It is a book that is favored by His Majesty and can appear in the imperial examination! Everyone could think of its value, and the whole banquet became a sensation.
"Brother Gao, it just so happens that my son is also taking the imperial examination. How about buying me a copy? I'll pay the two and a half thousand taels, and I'll pay it right away." A guest immediately took out a heavy bag of money and handed it over.
How could the other guests lag behind? They all took out their money bags and wanted to buy. Those who had no money quietly asked the servants to go back to the house to get money.
Suddenly, the scene changed drastically, from a banquet to a market, how lively it was.
This time Gao Qiu was happy. He didn't expect that the shame he thought he had would turn into such a face. However, his mind also changed and he would no longer be greedy for a small amount of money. He said cruelly: "These two books It has been banned and cannot be bought or sold. I apologize that Mr. Gao cannot violate the ban."
Gao Fugui looked at his father unexpectedly and gave him a thumbs up. His father was civilized. Yes, these two books are new things, and the price will be higher in the future. How can he buy and sell them easily?
Just like jade at that time, the price might rise several times or even more.
"What? We already paid two and a half thousand taels. Brother Gao, you can't do this! You can't hide such a good book." Someone was dissatisfied and jumped out to scold him, but how could Gao Qiu pay attention to him? , I don’t see how they were sarcastic just now.
"What's wrong with me hiding it? You can do whatever you want with my things, you can't control them."
Everyone was extremely angry, but Mr. Shen on the side was very happy. If it hadn't been for his rescue just now, he might have been rejected like last time.
This time he was right.
At this moment, the slave at the door came in again and said hurriedly: "Master, it's not good. The Gaofu Mansion is surrounded, and many students are asking to buy two books."
"This" Gao Qiu was stunned. The matter here had not been resolved yet, and he had to face the outside again. He couldn't handle it at all. The next moment, his face became serious and he quickly ordered Gao Fugui, "Quick, hide the two books." , must not let them know.”
So the two of them hurried away without seeing anyone, leaving behind the scolding guests.
Mr. Shen sighed again, thinking to himself that he thought the student was too naive. He expected that it would take a day for the student to react, but otherwise, he just stepped into the Gaofu, and they followed behind. How fast they reacted. Na!
Of course, none of this had anything to do with him. He had already bought the book, but he still followed the direction Gao Fugui left. He wanted to learn from Gao Fugui who the author of the second book was.
(End of chapter)
