The eighteenth year of Jiahe in the Daliang Dynasty.

The Cui brothers, who had studied with Mr. Donglai for nearly a year, took the initiative to apply for the college entrance examination.

The two of them were stuck at the entrance examination stage for a full ten years.

This also became a nightmare for the two brothers.

But it's strange.

After putting down their studies for only two months and picking them up again, they seemed to have experienced a rebirth, like a butterfly emerging from a cocoon.

There was no longer the fear, sorrow and confusion between their brows.

It's like the mind is clear and the "Ren and Du meridians" of learning are also opened.

In addition, they listened to Cui Xian and Donglai's debates every day, and listened to Donglai's explanations of current affairs and eight-legged essays. Their expressions became more and more calm, and their eyes became clearer and clearer.

There was even a voice in my heart saying: Go ahead, take part in this college entrance examination!

Mrs. Cui was overjoyed and immediately helped her two sons apply for the exam.

Cui family backyard.

Because the brothers Cui Boshan and Cui Zhongyuan are about to take part in the imperial examination this year.

Therefore, the five boys were inevitably a little restless.

A year has passed in a flash.

There are still four years left before Cui Xian sets them the goal of "passing the examination to become a Tongsheng within five years".

now.

Five people were sitting in pigeon cage examination rooms, taking the exam.

After a year of intensive study, they have changed a lot, gradually beginning to shed their youthfulness and grow into teenagers.

At the beginning, the busy academic schedule really made the five of them overwhelmed and miserable.

But later, I gradually became numb, or got used to it.

People's ability to adapt is really strong, from numbness, to habit, and then to calm down to acquire knowledge and hone their character.

It only takes one year.

And this year is definitely the most critical turning point in their lives!

Late night breakdown.

Pain in sleep.

Suddenly, without warning, he burst into tears while studying.

I had to continue taking exams and doing exercises while crying.

Only they themselves know all the sadness.

Cui Xian was sitting at a side practicing calligraphy. Seeing that his brothers were distracted, he smiled and said while writing: "If you feel confident, you can plan to participate in this year's Tongsheng exam."

"It doesn't matter if I fail, just treat it as a test."

Hearing this, Pei Chongqing and his son, as well as Mr. Dong Lai, all raised their heads.

Zhuang Jin, Gao Qi and others were somewhat excited but also a little hesitant.

Only Pei Jian, who was sitting in the pigeon cage, said calmly and calmly, "No need for that. Uncle Cui and Uncle Cui failed the imperial examinations for ten years. After putting down their books, they figured out a lot and chose to study again. Their state of mind and academic performance have improved."

"So I have the confidence to face this college entrance examination."

"We are different. Although we have enriched ourselves a lot in this year's study, there is still no guarantee that we will pass the examination."

"I, Pei Jian, will not fight a battle I am not sure of winning!"

"Besides, passing the examination to become a Tongsheng is not my goal, it is just my beginning. I want to pass the examination to become a Jinshi with you, my brother, and become an official in the capital."

"Don't worry about the exam. I will just try my best to study."

"When the spring of the fifth year comes, I will pass the examination and go to Kaifeng with my brother Xian to bring some small shock to the students in Kaifeng."

As soon as these words were spoken, everyone in the courtyard looked at him with awe.

Even Cui Xian looked at Pei Jian in shock.

Brother, what's wrong with you?

No matter where this ghost or evil creature comes from, get off my brother immediately!

After hearing what his grandson said, Pei Chongqing looked at the young man sitting in the cramped examination room with a calm expression and a straight back, and felt pleased and moved.

My grandson has made great progress!

Zhuang Jin exclaimed: "Brother Pei Jian, you are so calm and composed now, and you have a very broad vision. I really admire you."

Pei Jian responded calmly: "Of course."

As a result, the next moment, strange "puff" and "puff" noises were heard from the examination room next door.

Zhuang Jin hesitated and said, "Well... I pooped a big pile, Brother Pei Jian, you won't blame me, right?"

Pei Jian took a deep breath, and the calmness and composure he had just pretended to have suddenly collapsed. He collapsed and roared, "Zhuang Jin, you are made of shit! Ahhhhhh, I will beat you to death after school today! Don't let anyone stop me!"

Everyone: “…”

The relief on Pei Chongqing's face suddenly disappeared, and he urgently withdrew the grandfatherly friendship that he had not had time to release.

Let’s not talk about the “personal grudge” between Pei Jian and Zhuang Jin.

That afternoon.

After Mrs. Cui prepared the application procedures for her two sons, she called Cui Xian to the "office".

After the first meeting last year, the Cui family kept the tradition of "holding meetings".

There is even a separate side room that is set up as an office. Family meetings and study meetings are often held here.

Today's meeting was spontaneously organized by Old Cui and others to consult Brother Xianger on the next step of the 'Cui family's strategic development'.

After everyone sat down.

Old Cui spoke first: "Brother Xian, your mother, aunt, and sister Xuan have all begun to learn. After a year of study, grandmother feels that the fastest way to learn is to grow through real life practice."

"Therefore, the four of us applied and started doing business! In the next four years, we will explore in Nanyang and accumulate experience. Then when we get to Kaifeng, you will go to debate the scriptures, and we can start to do big things with confidence!"

Chen, Lin, and Cui Xuan all nodded frequently and looked at Cui Xian expectantly.

Obviously, after a period of study, they became ambitious.

He wanted to shoulder the heavy responsibility of developing the Cui family into a prominent family!

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