"The results are out." Everyone stood up and walked over there.
"Gu Can." The emperor suddenly called out his name.
"I am here."
"Do you still insist on making the results public?"
"yes."
"Okay, hahahaha, you are worthy of being the number one scholar chosen by me. I have read your article, and all the civil and military officials have read it. It will be posted later for everyone to see. I originally thought that you were arrogant because of your talent, and you needed to temper your temper, but what you wrote makes me can't wait to realize it." The emperor's blood boiled whenever he thought of that prosperous era.
"I will do my best."
"Hahaha, great. I'm waiting for you to realize all those things one by one. Gu Can, the top scorer in the Golden Examination."
"I am here. From today on, you will be the Left Vice Minister of the Ministry of Works. Do not let me down."
With the emperor's reward, Gu Can's title of top scholar could not be more justified.
"Prime Minister, what do you think of your daughter's article?" The Emperor was now even more disappointed in the Crown Prince. Gu Xiangzhi's article was flowery and meaningless! Why did he select such a person? To be a vase? She was not even as pretty as the maids around the Imperial Concubine!
"I have failed to teach her well, Your Majesty, and I beg your punishment." Prime Minister Gu, with his unwavering love for his daughter, had read the article. If he were at home, he could have praised her with a clear conscience. But now that so many people had read it, all he could do was refrain from judging her.
Damn it, what's wrong with the Crown Prince? Why did he have to let them lose face? Could it be that he's deliberately seeking revenge because they didn't agree to his solicitation? It's truly difficult to handle such a big responsibility!
Gu Xiangzhi knew that she had no right to speak at this moment, so she could only kneel down, but she looked at the prince with slightly red eyes.
"Father, I think Xiangzhi's articles are better, and her calligraphy is excellent. She can be called a master." The prince really thought about it again and again in his mind before finding a point to praise.
"You better shut up, Prince, oh Prince, have all the books you read over the years been wasted? Prime Minister, please stand up." The emperor calmed himself down.
"I encourage women to study and take the imperial examinations so that talented people are not buried. It's rare that your daughter has the courage to participate. However, the imperial examinations are not just about writing essays. I want people who can do things for the people of the world. You are a pillar of the country. I think your daughter still needs to study by your side for a few more years."
"Thank you, Your Majesty. I will teach you well. Mr. Gu has been wronged in today's matter. I should call you Minister Gu. Minister Gu, I will definitely give you an explanation for what happened today." Prime Minister Gu said to Gu Can.
"You are too polite, Your Excellency. You are honest and upright, and you are dedicated to serving the people. Five years ago, when the floods hit Jiangnan, you personally helped to deal with them. I still remember you. It was then that I became more determined to be a good official like you, who would serve the people. I will need your guidance in the future."
"How could I possibly deserve such high praise? I'm only doing what I can." Prime Minister Gu stroked his beard. What was going on? She looked so serious and sincere. She was definitely not trying to flatter me! She truly admired me!
"You two actually have a long history. Indeed, I see you two look about 50% similar. Since this is a rare fate, the Prime Minister must make amends for my first place in the imperial examination."
"I will never let Xiao Gu down."
The Emperor left after saying this. Someone from the Ministry of Rites went to post the list. It had to be said that this year's Spring Examination was filled with exceptionally talented candidates. The rankings remained the same, and the Emperor even made exceptions to admit two people. Gu Xiangzhi remained unnamed.
When Gu Can returned home, Mr. Gu and Mrs. Gu Feng Xiao were directing the servants to pack up.
"What's this for?"
"It's just right that you're back. Hurry and clean up. You filed a complaint to the emperor today and offended the crown prince and the prime minister's residence. Cancan, our family is not short of money. You have eaten the best and worn the best since you were a child. If you want to study, we are not afraid of spending all our wealth. We thought you would have a bright future in high school, but now, your parents are incompetent and cannot protect you." Feng Xiao hugged Gu Can.
"Cancan, you did nothing wrong. It's Dad who is incompetent. What does it matter if I give up this huge fortune? Dad just wants you to be safe. The Crown Prince is narrow-minded. Today you have offended him and ruined his reputation. I don't know how he will deal with you. Our family still has some properties in Jiangzhou, so let's go there to hide. Nothing is more important than staying alive."
These two people truly love Gu Can, so why did they abandon Gu Can in the original world line?
"Father and Mother, you don't have to worry. It's precisely because of today that we are safest in the capital. The Gu family's assets are the hard work of my great-grandfather and you, father. How can we just give them up? We haven't done anything wrong, so why should we run away?"
"But."
"No buts. You must come and see me riding a horse in the parade tomorrow. Your daughter is the first female number one scholar in the imperial examination since ancient times. Isn't she worthy of your pride?" Gu Can said with a smile.
"You, don't be so crazy when you are outside. You didn't eat well after all the noise today. I asked the kitchen to prepare some chicken soup wontons for you. Eat it and then take a rest." Feng Xiao held Gu Can's hand.
"Well, you guys should get some rest early too. Don't worry, I'll take care of everything. I'm grown up now and can protect you."
"Well, no matter what decision you make, we will be with you."
Gu Can could feel this sincerity, but he couldn't understand it.
Gu Can quietly cast a calming spell on the two of them before returning to his own courtyard. The maid had already brought them some wontons in chicken soup, which were just the right temperature.
"You guys go down. You don't have to clean up tonight. You've been busy all day, go to bed early."
"Yes, Miss."
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