Bai Wanyi disliked the eight-legged essay because it was too flowery and not sharp enough, so he specifically asked Ping'er to write the homework he assigned in vernacular Chinese, especially to criticize current events.

"You must have a sharp perspective and sharp words." Bai Wanyi said earnestly, "They say people of your generation are precocious, so I have high hopes for you. You must not disappoint your mother's expectations."

Ping'er didn't understand what Bai Wanyi was saying, but he could feel the burden on him getting heavier. He nodded heavily in response to Bai Wanyi's expectation.

Bai Wanyi was busy urging Ping'er to study, while Qin Wan took the time to meet the Qin family members who were about to take the county exam, as well as the children on the farm.

They were given milk tea and snacks, and had new clothes made for them. They also had all the writing materials, ink, paper and inkstone needed for the exam prepared.

Needless to say, the Qin family's children have been studying since they were young. Qin Wan has nothing but encouragement and expectations for them, and tells them how heavy the burden on their shoulders is.

When they got to the manor, Qin Wan changed her tone: "After all, you have only a short time to study, so relax. This exam is just a chance to see the world. If you can pass two, you will become a student, and in a few years you can directly take the college entrance examination. If you pass three, you will become a scholar, and your family's status will be completely transformed."

"If you pass the examination and wish to take the provincial examination, you can do so in the autumn. I don't ask for your future success, but I only hope that you will study hard and gain wisdom, so that everyone's life will get better and better in the future."

"So there's no need to be anxious. Remember, you're all still young. If you can pass the exam, then pass it. If you can't, that's fine. A student can earn a living after a few more years of study."

These children all cherish the opportunity to study and were originally very nervous about the exam. Their studies were paid for by the Crown Princess, and they did not want to disappoint her expectations.

But now after hearing what Qin Wan said, their nervousness relaxed.

Seeing the children no longer tense, Qin Wan smiled and said, "Alright, the exam is in two days. Don't study for the next two days. Go play and have some rest. We can cram for the exam the day before and get a good night's sleep, okay?"

This was the first time they had heard of the phrase "cramming at the last minute." For the past few days, whether it was their teachers, parents, or siblings, they had all urged them to study hard before the exams, so as not to forget everything right before the exam.

Now that they heard the Crown Princess’s comfort, they felt relieved and secretly decided that they must study hard and not let the Crown Princess’ efforts go to waste!

In the blink of an eye, the day of the county examination arrived.

Not only did Qin Wan make time to accompany the children taking the exam, but Xie Qing also made time to follow Qin Wan incognito to the entrance of the examination room.

When Qin Wan and Xie Qinggang got off the car, they met Pingyang Hou Lu Yan, Bai Wanyi, Ping'er, and their family of three walking towards them.

Lu Yan didn't expect to meet Qin Wan here. He thought that after she entered the palace, there would be no chance for them to meet again. Who would have thought that they would meet here today?

Surprise flashed in his eyes, but he quickly lowered them to conceal his inner joy. He took two steps forward and said, "I pay my respects to the Crown Prince and the Crown Princess."

Bai Wanyi complained about what they were doing there, and then she ran into them head-on and couldn't avoid them, so she reluctantly followed their lead and greeted them.

Xie Qing raised his hand calmly: "Stand up."

He had already expected that he would see them when he came to take the exam today, so he didn't care about it.

After Bai Wanyi stood up, he looked at the increasingly radiant Qin Wan, feeling unhappy. He asked sarcastically, "Who is the Crown Princess sending to take the exam today?"

Qin Wan had originally been reluctant to pay any attention to her, but since she had bumped into her, she didn't hesitate: "You're arguing with the Crown Princess in the street. Aren't you afraid it will affect your son's mentality?"

Bai Wanyi's expression changed slightly, and he quickly lowered his head to look at Ping'er: "Ping'er, how are you?"

Ping'er looked up at Bai Wanyi, with a hint of timidity in her eyes.

Bai Wanyi's heart skipped a beat. He looked up and glared at Qin Wan. He quickly pulled Ping'er aside, comforted him first, and then sent him into the examination room.

At the door, Bai Wanyi repeatedly reminded him: "Remember, you must be sharp, sharp!"

Ping'er opened her mouth, then remembered what her master had said. Her eyes instantly became firm: "Okay, son, I understand."

Here, the Fourth Prince, the Eldest Prince, and the Third Prince came over with a group of little rascals.

When the people who came to see the examinee off saw this group of people, they hurriedly took a detour. If they wanted to start a conversation, they had to choose the right time, right?

The Fourth Prince is very proud now. After a period of management, his reputation among students has risen. He plans to have a few of these children pass the imperial examination and become scholars, so that his reputation will be even better.

It means that the emperor is ill now, otherwise he would be very happy.

The Fourth Prince's plan went as planned. Now he is teaching the eldest prince and the third prince's children. If they make some progress, won't these two be completely by his side?

Let’s not talk about the future, let’s just talk about now. The eldest prince, the eldest prince’s wife, the third prince, and the third prince’s wife are standing beside him, a huge group of people.

Looking at the prince opposite, he only has the princess consort and looks really outnumbered.

The Fourth Prince was somewhat proud, and when he met Xie Qing, he was somewhat casual in greeting: "Your humble servant greets the Crown Prince and the Crown Princess."

When the eldest prince and the third prince saw Xie Qing, they immediately stood beside him happily without any greeting. However, anyone could tell what was going on from their familiar look. The fourth prince's face instantly turned as dark as the bottom of a pot.

Xie Qing nodded to the Fourth Prince: "No need to be so polite, Fourth Brother."

The eldest prince's wife also stood beside Qin Wan and asked with a smile, "Are you going to send a member of your clan to take the exam? The Qin family has been keeping a low profile for many years, and now is the time to be proactive."

"That's right. Grandfather has selected some students who are good at studying to give it a try this year." Qin Wan nodded generously. After she became the Crown Princess, it was no longer appropriate for the Qin family to keep a low profile. If they wanted to keep a low profile, it would be after Xie Qing ascended the throne, the court was stable, and she gave birth to the Crown Prince.

As he was speaking, Qin Can came over with a group of teenagers in their teens. Behind him, Old Man Sun and two female teachers brought a few teenagers in uniform and simple clothes.

Qin Can led everyone in greeting: "Greetings to the Crown Prince and the Crown Princess."

Qin Wan looked at the young men and smiled, "You are the hope of the Qin family. You must do your best."

"Yes, we will follow the Crown Princess's instructions!" The young men responded in unison.

Seeing that the eldest prince and others were there, Qin Can didn't say much. He bowed again and took the children to the examination room first.

After Qin Can left, Old Sun looked at Qin Wan, then at the eldest prince and others, and felt a little timid for a moment.

Qin Wan smiled and waved to them: "Uncle Sun, come quickly, let me see the children."