Wasn't Lu Chuan the top scholar in the provincial examination? Why did he become the top scholar in the imperial examination?
In her previous life, Wang Xiangyu had never heard of Tian Alang, but in this life he became the top scholar in the imperial examination.
Wang Xiangyu couldn't understand what had happened in between. Now that she had been reborn, this life would naturally not be exactly the same as her previous one.
At least Lu Chuan was still a Juren (a successful candidate in the provincial civil service examination), but his ranking changed from first to third.
What does it matter? In any case, Wang Xiangyu is now the wife of a Juren (a successful candidate in the highest imperial examinations), which is even more prestigious than the previous wife of a Xiucai (a successful candidate in the lowest imperial examinations).
Thinking back to her past life, Li Youran was always dressed in gold and silver when she went out, looking very wealthy. Everyone looked at her with envy.
Thinking of this, Wang Xiangyu's lips curled up, and she regained her usual expression.
Currently, Wang Xiangyu holds this position, and perhaps she will even become the wife of a top scholar in the imperial examinations.
In the blink of an eye, Li Youran had been away from the capital for almost a week. Although she hadn't finished everything here, she still had to go to the capital no matter what, because the day she had agreed to meet Xia Xiao was fast approaching.
Li Youran still wanted to focus on the capital, since it was a land of plenty where making money was incredibly easy.
Putting aside other places, the opening day alone was so profitable it could only be described as making a fortune.
Women in the capital are more extravagant with their money than women in towns, and they are also more competitive. If you buy a hairpin worth ten taels, I must buy a bracelet worth twenty taels; if you want two taels of rouge and face powder, I must buy hair oil worth three taels.
Li Youran hurried and finally arrived in the capital on the appointed day. However, as soon as she settled in, a servant sent by Yun Yingying came to tell her that someone named Kong Qi was looking for her.
“Kong Qi…”
Li Youran thought for a long time before she remembered who Kong Qi was. However, Li Youran was very depressed. Why would Kong Qi want to find her? After all, they had only met by chance.
"You Ran, you've arrived. What a coincidence! I just heard from the servants that you've returned, and coincidentally, Young Master Kong Qi is here too."
Yun Yingying pulled Li Youran over and said enthusiastically.
"I know you must be confused right now. Don't worry, come upstairs to a private room with me. Kong Qi is there too. Let me explain slowly."
It turned out that after Li Youran left, Kong Qi accompanied the shop's customers out to buy things and encountered Yun Yingying in the shop.
During their casual conversation, Kong Qi casually mentioned the woman who had accompanied Yun Yingying that day, and it was then that Kong Qi learned the name Li Youran.
Seeing that Li Youran was also there, Kong Qi did not refuse when Yun Yingying suggested that he bring customers to the store and receive a commission. He agreed.
However, he had one request: that he be given a list whenever royal women patronized the establishment.
Yun Yingying, a shrewd businesswoman with years of experience, knew there was more to Kong Qi's request than met the eye. She then subtly hinted at her close relationship with Li Youran and the other secrets surrounding Li Youran.
However, Kong Qi was very cautious and insisted on having Li Youran present before he would continue to reveal anything.
Helpless, Yun Yingying could only wait for Li Youran to return.
So when he learned that Li Youran had returned, he immediately called her over.
After a conversation, Li Youran and Kong Qi reached an agreement that Kong Qi would join Li Youran's team to gather intelligence for the Second Prince.
At the same time, His Highness the Second Prince wanted to fulfill Kong Qi's request, which was to allow him to get close to royal women.
Li Youran never expected that simply listening to a tune would bring a God of Wealth to her shop.
In just a short while today, as soon as Kong Qi stood in the shop, all the women buying rouge and powder seemed to be bewitched, each buying a huge amount of rouge and powder to take home.
Kong Qi's true purpose wasn't selling rouge and face powder, but rather that he would be of greater use later on; it's just that Li Youran hadn't thought that far ahead.
"I'm sorry, Young Master Xia, I'm late."
The restaurant was so busy that Li Youran couldn't leave and had to arrive at the agreed-upon private room right on time.
"Miss Li, you've arrived just in time. I was here much earlier."
As Xia Xiao spoke, she hurriedly got up and personally pulled out a stool for Li Youran. Then she asked the waiter to bring a pot of tea and the shop's signature snacks.
"The view from this private room is excellent. I often enjoy drinking tea and having snacks here. Miss Li, please try these snacks; they are all very delicious."
Xia Xiao's enthusiasm left Li Youran somewhat bewildered. This wasn't a business meeting; it was clearly a date!
However, Li Youran did not refuse, after all, she felt embarrassed to refuse Xia Xiao's kind offer.
"What kind of gems do you want? I'll take you to the warehouse to choose tomorrow. Just don't take anything you want with you; just give me some capital."
After Xia Xiao finished speaking, he felt that his words were too generous and that Li Youran might feel embarrassed, so he added something.
"Since this is our first collaboration, I must express my sincerity. I hope Miss Li will continue to support my business in the future."
"Thank you, Young Master Xia."
Li Youran said with a smile, thinking to herself that Xia Xiao really knew how to do business, offering a sweet treat right away.
"master……"
For a moment, Tian Alang didn't know how to respond to Master Tian's words, who actually wanted to take him to the capital.
"I believe the world will soon be in great chaos, and I intend to leave my seclusion."
Master Lu, holding a feather fan, looked up in the direction of the capital and continued.
"I know you already have the answer in your heart. Go and make your preparations!"
"Yes, Master."
Tian Alang bowed and said.
In truth, Tian Erlang was somewhat worried about Tian Da Niang, but a man's ambition lies in all directions, so how could he stay at home forever?
Moreover, according to Hua Ruyu from the steamed bun shop, Li Youran has opened two shops in the capital, which is why Tian Erlang is more inclined to go to the capital.
"Son, your father has already taken care of everything in the capital. When you get there, you must take good care of yourself, eat and drink as usual."
As she spoke, Madam Li stuffed another handful of silver notes into Liu Zhiyuan's hand.
"The capital is a big city, unlike our home. You'll inevitably spend money when you're out and about. Don't be stingy, or people will look down on you. Spend what you need to spend, and then I'll give you more."
Looking at the mountain of luggage, Liu Zhiyuan thought that even three carriages wouldn't be able to carry it all. He also looked at the thick stack of silver notes in his hand, which probably amounted to tens of thousands of taels.
"Mother, your son will definitely live up to your expectations."
Liu Zhiyuan has emerged from the shadow of his failure in the provincial examination. He is full of confidence and determined to make a name for himself in the capital.
"Bang!"
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