The make-up exam is scheduled for three days from now.

Although the time was a bit tight, the main reason was to avoid delaying the release of the results.

During this period, Shi Chengxi stayed at home and studied with peace of mind.

Until the day the results were released.

Early in the morning, He Qiuniang sent her servants out to check the results.

The family waited anxiously at home.

Seeing their expressions, Shi Yu couldn't help but speak up.

"Mother, you don't need to worry too much."

"With your strength, getting a top spot in the competition is a piece of cake for you."

He Qiuniang felt a little relieved when she heard Shi Yu say that.

However, the matter of the top scholar is not something that can be decided by one's own family members.

Of course, she hoped that her eldest son could achieve his wish and pass the imperial examination with flying colors.

But the results aren't out yet. It's too early to say anything, and I'm afraid that if the results aren't good, it will discourage my eldest son.

He Qiuniang could only say as softly as possible, "We'll have to wait until the results are released."

"However, Mother also has great faith in Cheng Xi's abilities."

In the midst of this anxious wait, the servants who had been sent out finally returned.

He ran while shouting excitedly.

"General, Madam, our young master is number one! He's number one!"

Everyone in the living room was overjoyed upon hearing the news.

He Qiuniang exclaimed, "My son is number one!"

"Cheng Xi, did you hear that? You're number one. All your hard work over the years has truly paid off."

"Your mother is so proud of you."

Upon hearing this, the others also stood up to congratulate Shi Chengxi.

Shi Chengjun exclaimed excitedly, "Big brother, you're number one!"

Shi Chengxiu, on the other hand, was much more composed, and his refined demeanor was beginning to emerge.

"Brother, congratulations on achieving your goal and reaching the top of the list."

Shi Chengya said, "Big brother, congratulations! I'm so proud of you."

Shi Yu said, "See? I told you big brother is the best. You guys are still worrying about nothing."

“What Yu Yu said was very prescient.”

Shi Chengxi stood up and bowed to everyone.

"I'm sorry for causing everyone to worry about me."

“Cheng Xi will certainly live up to your expectations in the future.”

After the imperial examination, many literati and scholars held banquets.

Shi Chengxi also became busier than before, having previously lived a secluded life.

Although he disliked these banquets, they laid the foundation for him to make connections with talented people when he became an official in the future.

Even He Qiuniang received invitations from many wives of high-ranking officials in the capital.

The meaning behind these ladies' invitations was quite simple.

That is, they wanted to find a husband for their daughter in advance, laying the foundation for their family to make connections with talented people in the future.

He Qiuniang is now Princess Xianhe, and Shi Yu is Princess Shengping.

Even Shi Chengya was the principal wife of the Crown Prince, with whom he had a marriage agreement.

Moreover, Tantai Qingchuan is also in charge.

Their current social status no longer requires them to seek marriage alliances with other families to elevate their own standing.

Because their family's status was already quite high.

In addition, He Qiuniang is currently pregnant, so most of the posts were pushed away.

Shi Yu was not happy about this.

Because not being able to attend the banquet means not being able to go out and eat melons.

For someone who enjoys gossiping, this is tantamount to a severe punishment.

Flower Hall

Shi Yu and Gua 66 were in a corner talking about the recent scandals in the capital.

Chunhua came in carrying a tray containing invitations.

Shi Yu glanced at it, her delicate face filled with disappointment.

Oh dear, whose family is so stubborn? Her mother and stepfather have rejected so many, and she still comes.

Disappointment is inevitable.

Just as Shi Yu was feeling regretful, He Qiuniang happily took the invitation and spoke to Cheng Ya.

"Ya Ya, can you help your mother take a look? What do you think of the design of this invitation?"

"Even the words on this were written with gold ground into powder."

"It's sparkly and very pretty."

Writing with gold?

Upon hearing this, Shi Yu's attention was immediately drawn to it.

Who's so awesome that they actually use gold to write?

It seems they really aren't short of money at all.

I really want to rob someone.

After listening to He Qiuniang's words, Shi Chengya picked up an invitation and began to read it carefully.

Finally, a smile appeared on her lips.

"This invitation is really well made."

“Yu Yu will definitely like it.”

Upon hearing this, Shi Yu's ears perked up even more quietly.

What does that mean?

What do you mean by "she'll definitely like it"?

Could it be that her mother has finally decided to go to the banquet and find her a good sister-in-law?

Upon hearing this, Shi Yu couldn't wait to waddle out from the corner with her short legs.

"Mother, Mother, are you going out to a banquet to show my eldest brother his wife?"

Shi Yu's eyes sparkled, and she ran happily to He Qiu Niang's side.

"What are you talking about?" He Qiuniang chuckled upon hearing this.

She affectionately raised her hand and pinched Shi Yu's smooth little face.

He began to explain, "You little rascal, you've really lost your sense of time."

Do you know what day it is next month?

"What day?" Shi Yu didn't react for a moment.

Often, she can enjoy other people's gossip, but she can't enjoy her own.

He Qiuniang's smile widened.

"Silly girl."

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