Two days later.
After Xiao Yuan's decision, the imperial court determined the list of two hundred candidates for the pilot test, and released the list to Chang'an. At the same time, a notice was also sent to the local government where these two hundred scholars were located.
"The results have been released. The results have been released——"
"The audition list is out——"
This news, as if it had wings, quickly spread throughout Chang'an, causing an unprecedented sensation.
In various restaurants and inns, the scholars who took the college entrance examination swarmed out and rushed to the notice board with excitement.
"Staff, the wine money is here. Let's go, let's go, let's release the list."
Some people did not care about the food and wine that had just been served, picked up their companions and left.
There was even a girl who was in a brothel, and she said tenderly: "Oh, sir, the results of the big test are released, go and take a look."
"Haha! I must go to high school! Wait, when I come back from high school, I will redeem your life."
"I am waiting for you, Master..."
The girl felt a joy of anticipation in her heart. If she really succeeded and was taken away from the brothel, wouldn't it be like flying up a branch and turning into a phoenix?
In a short period of time, the notice area was already filled with people. Not only were the scholars coming from all directions, but also countless Chang'an people watching the excitement, standing on tiptoes, pointing and talking.
"I heard that the imperial court will take two hundred people for this examination."
"I've also heard that this is the big test in five years. If you can get on the list, you will not only be an official, but also a glorious family name."
"Let me, please let me..."
The notice office was overcrowded. There were two copies of the imperial list, both with a red seal at the end, indicating that it was the emperor's official order.
The first copy had only three names, written on it were the top three names in the examination: Wang Yuanju, Zhang Jie, and Ren Qitang. And everyone's age and place of origin were noted.
The other one had four big characters written on it, followed by densely packed names of people.
Similarly, in order to prevent people with the same name and surname, everyone's name will be preceded by the location, for example: Yong'an Sun Cunxiao, Youzhou Zhao Ji, Yueyang Jiaoliang. If there are people with the same name in the same county, the county will be added, so that it is clear Chu, it’s clear at a glance.
Many scholars finally squeezed in, so they looked at the separate top three list first. When they saw that they were not there, they were not very disappointed. Instead, they started to look at the other list, one by one, for fear of missing something. Own.
"This is Yuan Ju, the king of Sichuan and Shu, Zhang Jie of Yangzhou, and Ren Qitang of Yuzhang. Who are they? With my talent and learning, how can I not be in the top three?"
These words immediately attracted sneers: "This grand examination was approved by His Majesty, and it was jointly reviewed by Zhangtai Pavilion and the Ministry of Rites. All examination papers are sealed. Your words are so generous. Isn't it ridiculous?"
"Well, I just didn't perform well..." The man blushed and left in embarrassment.
Yes, the gold content this time is very, very rich.
Looking at the eye-catching names on the top three, Wang Yuanju felt a little stupid for a moment. He felt that he was pretty good in this exam, but he didn't dare to say that he was completely sure. He was lucky to be on the list, but he didn't expect that he actually got in. Top three.
After being stunned, I was so excited that I couldn't suppress my emotions at all. My nose felt sore and my eyes couldn't help but turn red.
"I'm in high school, I've passed the exam, yes, I've passed the exam, I've lived up to my parents' expectations..."
His lips were trembling, and his mind was completely blank.
Zhang Jie was also here. After seeing his name, he couldn't help but look up to the sky and laugh, quite boldly.
Ren Qitang was also here, and his excitement was beyond words. He couldn't help but roar, hugged his classmate and said excitedly: "High school! Ziyu, I'm high school!"
"Congratulations to Brother Ren for being named to the gold list!"
"Ha ha ha ha!"
People's joys and sorrows are different. Some people shout excitedly and dance after finding their name on the list. Similarly, some people are devastated and leave in lamentation.
Some people watched it several times in succession and kept mumbling: "Impossible, how could it not be my name..."
There are not only scholars and common people here, but also many wealthy families.
A housekeeper from a wealthy family kept shouting: "Wang Yuanju, who is Mr. Wang Yuanju..."
By chance, Wang Yuanju was right next to him. After he recovered his senses, he politely said, "I am Wang Yuanju. Who are you?"
"Ah, Mr. Wang, my young lady has long admired the talent of the young master. She is only seventeen years old. If the young master does not give up..."
Wang Yuanju blushed and was quite embarrassed: "Sorry, I have an engagement."
With that said, he left here as if running away.
The housekeeper didn't care and continued to shout: "Is Mr. Zhang Jie here? My master has admired the young master for a long time and prepared a special banquet. I also asked him to show his face..."
"Master Ren Qitang..."
"Is Mr. Sun here..."
Not only the top three, but also the two hundred people on the gold list were treated like stars.
...
All the way back to the inn, the shopkeeper immediately greeted me: "How about it, but it's on the list?"
He heard about the announcement of the results today, but he couldn't get out of the small shop, so he didn't go to see the excitement.
"High school, top three." Wang Yuanju tried his best to suppress his excitement.
"What!?" The innkeeper was shocked. First his eyes widened, and then he screamed: "Oh my god! Top three, Yuan Ju! The future is bright! The future is bright! I knew that with your talent and learning, It will definitely not be buried!”
The two were sharing the joy when footsteps came. A forbidden soldier came in with a letter in his hand. After he came in, he looked at it first and then said straight to the point: "Who is Wang Yuanju?"
"That's it." Wang Yuanju was polite as always.
"This is a general document. Your Majesty has summoned me. I will enter the palace tomorrow." After finishing speaking, the imperial guard left with a fist in his arms: "Farewell."
Looking at the text in his hand, Wang Yuanju's heart was beating loudly again. The innkeeper next to him became even more excited and said: "Yuanju, your Majesty has summoned you, Your Majesty has summoned you! Once you become famous, the whole world will know about it!"
Wang Yuanju came to his senses and took a deep breath: "This is the final policy question. Zhang Jie and Ren Qitang and I will go to the pilgrimage to determine the number one, second and third overall pick."
"Okay, okay, come back with a champion. From now on, I will change this store into a champion building!"
...
The next morning, I went to the meeting hall.
"Xuan, Wang Yuanju enters the palace~~~"
As the attendants' voices came one after another, Wang Yuanju swallowed subconsciously, then straightened his clothes, suppressed his racing heart, and walked up the steps.
In the main hall, hundreds of officials were lined up on the left and right. When they saw Wang Yuanju, they couldn't help but take a look.
The latter became more and more nervous and excited, and did not dare to look around. He quickly stepped forward, knelt on the ground, and shouted seriously: "Wang Yuanju, a common man, please see your majesty, long live our emperor!"
"Flat body."
"Thank you, Your Majesty!" Wang Yuan raised his head and stood respectfully, not daring to look at the person above him.
This was Emperor Qin who conquered the world and cleared up the world. He felt that he had a natural majesty.
Xiao Yuan took a look at him for a moment. He was wearing a uniform scholar's uniform, with a white face and no beard, and a dignified appearance.
