The Imperial Astronomical Observatory submitted a report saying that there were unusual phenomena in the sky, with several stars faintly shining around the Ziwei star. This meant that talented people had descended to Southern Liang. Xiao Hanyi announced on the spot that a special imperial examination would be held, and the examination would begin on April 3rd, three months later.

As soon as the imperial edict was issued, students all over the world praised Emperor Liang for his wisdom. The Southern Liang Dynasty had an imperial examination system, which was held every three years and only one candidate was selected from a thousand.

The noble families relied on marriage, inheritance, and recommendation to become officials in the court, but for ordinary people, the only way to enter the officialdom was to take the imperial examination.

The imperial examination is the only hope for scholars all over the world, and many people can only pass the imperial examination to become a scholar in their entire life.

…

In the afternoon, at the Grand Prince’s Mansion, Lanxi Pavilion.

Guo Xiner had just finished her meal when a palace maid came to report, "Your Highness, the Highness has come down to pay his respects to Her Majesty."

"Please come in."

Although she holds a noble position now, she is ultimately just a concubine. In front of the eldest prince, she never dares to act like a noble concubine.

What's more, Xiao Conghui is very likely to inherit the throne, so there is no need for her to provoke him. Therefore, Guo Xiner is polite every time they meet.

"Your son pays his respects to Mother Guo," Xiao Conghui knelt down and saluted after coming in.

Guo Xiner was stunned.

He really didn't need to perform such a grand ceremony. Apart from the emperor and empress, no other concubines in the palace were qualified to receive his kneeling ceremony.

He did this just to express his attitude that he and Guo Xiner were in the same group and were allies.

Guo Xiner naturally understood that she had no family background, and even if the child in her unborn child was a prince, he would have no chance of winning the throne.

She hurried forward and asked the palace maid to help Xiao Conghui up, "Your Highness, please stand up."

This palace maid was from Xiao Conghui's mansion. When she came, Xiao Conghui had only one sentence to say: to serve the imperial concubine sincerely.

After spending a few days with it, Guo Xiner felt that it suited her and decided to keep it with her.

[Wow, my big brother is here. I really want to go out and see what he looks like.]

Xiao Conghui raised the corners of his mouth slightly, he liked this child.

"Your Highness, I haven't thanked you for saving my life yet," said Guo Xiner.

She was sincere. If Xiao Conghui had not taken her into the eldest prince's mansion, it would have been a huge sin to offend the emperor's fate. I'm afraid she would not have survived.

Xiao Conghui bowed and said, "You're welcome."

"I came here today to ask mother if you are used to living here? Is there anything you need?" Xiao Conghui asked.

He is the prince and she is his concubine mother. He must find a suitable excuse before coming. This should be a good excuse for the first time.

Guo Xiner had no complaints at all. The arrangements here were better than those in the palace. She had never been taken care of so well before, with food, accommodation, and entertainment all taken care of.

She said, "Your Highness, thank you for your trouble."

That’s all.

There was silence between the two for a moment.

Xiao Conghui's heart was in turmoil. What else should he say? Finally, he found a sentence, "Is the servant serving you well?"

"Very good," Guo Xiner glanced at Yan'er beside her, she was very satisfied.

The conversation was interrupted again.

The atmosphere was a bit awkward. Seeing that Xiao Conghui had no intention of leaving, Guo Xiner smiled and ordered, "Hurry up and serve tea to His Highness." Then she said to Xiao Conghui, "Please sit down, Your Highness."

Xiao Conghui didn't hesitate and sat down directly.

He came to listen to Xiao Jiayun's thoughts, but how to bring up this topic? He thought about it and decided to just say it directly.

"The emperor has ordered that a special examination be held."

Xiao Conghui's expression suddenly brightened. Concubine Guo's brother is a scholar, why didn't you tell her this earlier?

Ever since he brought Guo Xiner into the house, he had someone conduct a thorough investigation of her home, even checking how many cats and dogs she had.

Her brother Guo Yun is studying, but unfortunately he is not very talented.

[Yes, this time, the special examination produced many outstanding figures, and the top scorer is a rare genius in governing a country.]

[There was also the runner-up, who pleaded for the people and was a good official. When he died, 100,000 people spontaneously saw him off in the heavy rain. This part was really heartbreaking.]

The more Xiao Conghui listened, the more excited he became. He must get to know such a talent as soon as possible!

"Why don't you tell me quickly, what are their names?" I was anxious, but Xiao Jiayun didn't seem to want to continue.

[Alas, this is a bit early for Big Brother. If he doesn't become the Crown Prince, he won't be able to use these talents.]

Yes, yes, yes, Xiao Conghui nodded. What the little guy said made sense, but he still wanted to know the names of these two people!

How could it be useless to bring them under your command?

Alas, I can’t ask now. Xiao Conghui was anxious and helpless.

[The most important thing right now is to get the tyrant father to make my elder brother the crown prince]

You are right. The battle for the crown prince has become so intense with both open and covert fighting. Isn't this nonsense?

If Big Brother can invite Lu Wensheng, then victory is assured.

Xiao Conghui thought to himself, how could it be that easy? His father had invited Mr. Lu to come out of seclusion many times, but was rejected. He also invited him secretly a few times, but he didn't even get in.

In fact, Lu Wensheng is not very old, only in his early forties. Because of his reputation, people respectfully call him Mr. Lu. Several neighboring countries have offered him generous conditions, but he has declined them all.

When Lu Wensheng was in his early twenties, he helped an unknown little prince of Qi to ascend the throne. In just a few years, he turned Qi into a powerful country. Later, for some unknown reason, he left Qi.

His story has always been a legend.

[Hehe, everyone wants to ask the old deer to come out of the mountains to help them, but the gifts they offer are either gold, silver, treasures, official positions, or beautiful women. It’s strange that these things can impress him.]

Phew, Xiao Conghui laughed secretly, "Old Deer", this name is very fresh, this little kid is really interesting, but he changed his mind and thought, the emperor can only give fame, fortune and wealth in the world, what else can he give?

He couldn't figure it out anyway.

"I do know a way to invite him, but he needs a wise leader to assist him. Big brother, you have to be a wise leader too."

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