Although Zhao Lin spoke in a very calm tone, so calm that he seemed to be telling someone else's story.

However, Zhao Mingyu heard deep hatred in it.

She really believed that if given the chance, Zhao Lin would definitely take revenge on the Zhenbei Marquis Mansion.

Han Yuehua was right. This scientific expedition was intentional by Zhao Lin. It was his revenge.

The purpose was to use the county's top case to disturb Zhao Chenhan's mind and prevent him from studying peacefully.

Zhao Chenhan won the first place twice, the first place in the county and the first place in the prefecture, but failed to win the first place in the court, and only got second place.

The first place is last year's top scorer Bai Shiyuan.

Yes, Zhao Chenhan and Bai Shiyuan were in the same class, but in order to avoid Bai Shiyuan, Zhao Chenhan did not take part in the imperial examination on the grounds that he was too young.

Now Zhao Lin has also won the first place in the county case. If he also wins the first place in the prefectural case and the court case, it will definitely be a blow to Zhao Chenhan.

Therefore, Zhao Lin must be prevented from taking the provincial examination at all costs.

and……

Zhao Mingyu also has a secret in his heart that cannot be told. As long as Zhao Lin is prevented from taking the imperial examination and becoming an official, he will not be able to take revenge even if he wants to.

Zhao Mingyu took a deep breath and said, "Mother felt that she was too harsh on you before, forcing you to even cheat in order to take the imperial examination. She said that if you are willing to plead guilty and give up the imperial examination, she will reveal your identity and allow you to return to your roots."

"Reveal your identity and return to your roots?" Zhao Lin felt that he had heard it wrong and asked again seriously.

"Yes! But the prerequisite is that you give up the next scientific expedition." Zhao Mingyu advised.

"We all know your abilities. Although we don't know how you won the first place, you definitely don't have the talent to do so."

"We all know that you want to be recognized by the mansion and valued by Daddy and Mom, so listen to my sister's advice, don't take the exam, and come home with me, okay?"

"Of course. I'll just ask you to give up this year's entrance exam. The government will fully support you and help you pass the top three exams next year."

"Ha ha ha ha……"

After hearing what Zhao Mingyu said, Zhao Lin was silent for a moment, then laughed out loud.

"Did you hear that? They let you go back right away. They acknowledge you and value you. How despicable! Hahahaha..."

Zhao Lin laughed so hard that tears came out.

Zhao Mingyu asked angrily, "What are you laughing at?"

"I laugh at you for being so naive."

Zhao Lin's smile faded, and he stared coldly at Zhao Mingyu: "Do you think I don't know what you're thinking? Do you think that my winning the first place in the county case has affected Zhao Chenhan?"

Zhao Mingyu was shocked.

She didn't expect Zhao Lin to be so perceptive and guess the truth at once.

Zhao Mingyu forced a smile and said, "How is that possible? Chen Han has also won the first place in the case and the highest prize in the provincial examination. How could it affect him?"

Zhao Lin said coldly, "Because he's just an adopted son, a blood-sucking insect that's crawling on the Zhenbei Marquis's mansion. The better I perform, the greater his sense of crisis becomes. If he's restless, how can he concentrate on his studies? So I can't take the imperial examination anymore, at least not until he passes the imperial examination and becomes the top scholar, right?"

Zhao Mingyu was speechless.

She once thought Zhao Lin was stupid, but today she realized that she was the stupid one.

Zhao Lin is a wise man who appears foolish.

They thought their plan was very meticulous and no one would know about it, but unexpectedly Zhao Lin saw through it like a candle.

"Go away and tell Han Yuehua that if you want to stop me, come and kill me." Zhao Lin said calmly.

"No, you misunderstood. We really didn't mean to stop you..." Zhao Mingyu tried desperately to explain.

But seeing the obvious sneer on Zhao Lin's face, Zhao Mingyu's voice became smaller and smaller, and finally he had nothing to say.

"Dashan, please show me around." Zhao Lin waved his hand.

Zhang Dashan went over and grabbed Zhao Mingyu's shoulders, threw her out without mercy, and left her dazed. Then he slammed the door.

Zhang Dashan looked at Zhao Lin with envy: "Brother Lin, I never thought you suffered so much in the Marquis' Mansion."

Zhao Lin patted Zhang Dashan on the shoulder and said, "Dashan, if you don't want to be bullied, you have to fight hard. You may not be good at studying literature, but you are born with supernatural powers, so you must practice martial arts well. As long as you practice Bajiquan well, you can go anywhere in the world."

Zhang Dashan nodded heavily and said, "I'm not going anywhere. I'll stay by your side to protect you."

Zhao Lin smiled and continued to practice martial arts.

Zhao Mingyu got up from the ground, refused the driver's offer to get in, and wandered aimlessly on the street.

Zhao Lin was right. She targeted Zhao Lin deliberately because of Zhuangzi.

The manor was clearly the dowry her mother had promised her a long time ago, but her father wanted to give it to a younger brother with whom she had no emotional connection but only blood ties. Zhao Mingyu was not satisfied.

So she deliberately targeted Zhao Lin, and together with Zhao Chenhan and others framed and slandered him, causing Zhao Jingzhou and Han Yuehua to punish Zhao Lin, and then become extremely disappointed in him.

Sure enough, from then on, my father never mentioned giving Zhao Lin the manor again.

but……

"I never thought of killing him, really not. I just wanted to keep what was mine. If a woman's dowry is too small, she will be bullied by her in-laws."

Zhao Mingyu crossed his arms and muttered to himself.

"Fourth sister!"

Zhao Mingya and Zhao Chenhan who were out shopping met Zhao Mingyu.

"Fourth sister, what's wrong with you?"

Zhao Mingya saw that Zhao Mingyu was not in good condition and asked hurriedly.

Zhao Mingyu laughed bitterly and said, "I messed up the task my mother gave me."

"Is it about that idiot?"

Zhao Mingya said disdainfully: "That loser is just sick. Don't worry, we can find another way."

Zhao Chenhan's eyes showed a hint of disappointment, and he said, "Yes, don't be sad, mother won't blame you."

Zhao Mingyu wanted to say something to Zhao Mingya, but thinking of Zhao Chenhan right next to him, he could only hold back and said, "You are right. Let's go back home."

When the three of them returned and learned that Zhao Lin had refused, Han Yuehua became furious and scolded Zhao Lin.

But I can only rage helplessly.

Zhao Chenhan was even more disappointed.

The prefectural examination and the county examination are only one month apart, so it seems that there is no way to stop him before the prefectural examination.

…

I study literature during the day, practice martial arts at night, find time to write books, and occasionally go out for parties. I feel really good when no one disturbs me.

Zhao Lin's body fully recovered, and he became much stronger with the practice of Bajiquan.

Soon, a month passed.

The day of the provincial examination arrived.

The location of this exam is Shengjing Prefecture.

Although the people who came this time were only a part of the county examination, the number of people increased instead of decreased because they came from several nearby counties.

"Here he comes, that's Zhao Lin!"

"The author of Jin Ping Mei and Ode to the Willow, the top judge in Kaiyang County!"

"I don't know if I can get the first place in the case again this time!"

"It's difficult. The provincial exam tests policy essays, which are different from classics and poetry. They require practical ability."

"Mr. Zhao is an orphan, he's never been to school, he has no one to guide him, it's difficult for him to rely on his talent to take the policy essay exam!"

"I hope he can win the first place in the case and create another great story!"

Many people looked at Zhao Lin.

The popularity of Jin Ping Mei and Ode to the Willow brought Zhao Lin fame.

Although it was small, it was enough for him to stand out among these examinees.

But it also brought him a lot of pressure.

Reputation can be a help or a hindrance.