Chapter 2001: Where is the tacit understanding?
At the emperor's hint, those shrewd spies immediately spread the news.
Thus, the news that the new number one scholar was actually His Royal Highness the Crown Prince spread like snowflakes to every corner of the capital.
If we publicize it widely, naturally everyone from high-ranking officials to ordinary people and peddlers will know about it, right?
Although this news spread quickly, it was still not as fast as if the emperor had taken action, and its impact would have been wider.
Soon, not only people in the streets and alleys of the capital knew about it, but almost the whole world knew about it.
So much so that not long after, Tang Bao received letters from Shi Liu and Ming Li respectively.
The two of them expressed it very proudly in the letter, and Xuanyuan Jin could be considered barely worthy of Tang Bao.
After all, it is difficult to find someone who is both civil and military.
Although Xuanyuan Jin had never participated in a martial arts examination, even Shi Liu and Ming Li did not dare to say anything based on his martial arts skills.
Tang Bao laughed at the two letters.
She felt more and more that Sister Shiliu and Sister Mingli were becoming more and more like the Su family.
In the eyes of the Su family, no one is worthy of her.
Tang Bao felt warm in her heart.
Naturally, some people were secretly dissatisfied.
His Royal Highness the Crown Prince won the first place in the imperial examination three times in a row and finally became the top scorer. This must have been a secret operation.
Fortunately, Emperor Zhengde was also straightforward.
As the news spread, Xuanyuan Jin's examination papers for the prefectural examination and the palace examination were posted directly on the bulletin board.
Also posted were the answer sheets of the second and third place winners.
After several comparisons, the second and third place winners were convinced and admitted defeat.
Those who ranked lower and those who failed the exam were all speechless after seeing Xuanyuan Jin's answer sheet.
What followed was the admiration and respect of students all over the world for Xuanyuan Jin, like the endless flow of a river.
It can be said that Xuanyuan Jin had not done anything yet, but he had already won over the clean stream faction in the court with his own talents.
In addition, his prestige among the military generals and his reputation among the people accumulated in recent years have laid a solid foundation for his future succession to the throne.
To the extent that, his later succession to the throne was a natural thing.
Of course, this is all later.
Nowadays, the capital is bustling with activity, and people are even more excited than during the Chinese New Year.
After all, we can celebrate the Chinese New Year every year.
The parade of the top scholar only takes place once every three years.
This parade of the crown prince and the top scholar was the first of its kind since ancient times.
Even if you just witnessed it with your own eyes, you can brag about it for the rest of your life.
Tang Bao originally thought that with Xuanyuan Jin's personality, he would definitely not like to participate.
Although they were also respected and admired, the atmosphere was different from that of the army returning triumphantly.
To put it bluntly, it has a bit of the meaning of being criticized and rated by others.
In addition, there is a custom for unmarried girls to throw flowers and jewelry to express their feelings.
When Su Chengyao was paraded through the streets, Princess Zimo was so jealous that she threw herself out.
"Brother, are you really not going tomorrow?" Tang Bao looked at Xuanyuan Jin who had appeared in her room, and her tone was full of mischief. "Brother, do you know that all the flowers from all the flower shops in Beijing have been booked out today? Even the wildflowers on Baihua Mountain outside the city have been plucked out?"
"Oh, by the way, a lot of the handkerchiefs, sachets, and hairpins in my shop have also been sold. The daily turnover in the account book is equivalent to a month's revenue..."
The more Tang Bao spoke, the more smiling her tone became.
Although everyone knew that His Royal Highness the Crown Prince was engaged and that his future Crown Princess was Tang Bao, who had a powerful background, it was normal for a man to have three wives and four concubines, let alone a future king.
There are so many positions in the harem, what if you can get one?
Even if you can't get it, expressing your feelings to the first prince and top scholar in history is a form of respect.
After all, it would be very embarrassing for a top scholar to not have any girls throwing flowers and handkerchiefs at him.
They couldn't let such an embarrassing thing happen to their Crown Prince.
If you express your admiration for His Royal Highness the Crown Prince at other times, you will be laughed at for being unrestrained. However, when the Number One Scholar is parading through the streets, the requirements for women are much more tolerant, and you can express your feelings openly.
What's more, if a woman wants to get to the top, she needs to fight and compete for it.
After hearing what Tang Bao said, Xuanyuan Jin saw Tang Bao's cunning little look, helplessness flashed in his eyes, and he couldn't help grinding his teeth.
"Thanks to my brother, I made a small fortune." Tang Bao smiled brightly.
Xuanyuan Jin suddenly reached out and pinched Tang Bao's cheek, gritting his teeth and saying, "Don't you feel jealous at all?"
Tang Bao looked innocent.
"Why should I be jealous? I'm so happy when someone gives me money... Ugh..."
Before Tang Bao could finish her words, Xuanyuan Jin lowered his head and pecked her hard on the lips.
"You heartless girl! You only care about money!"
Could it be that he is not as important as a few taels of silver?
Xuanyuan Jin was so angry that he lowered his head and bit Tang Bao's lips.
Tang Bao: “…”
Tang Bao covered her lips and quickly retreated, staring at Xuanyuan Jin and accusing him of his brutality.
"Brother, how could you..."
“Ahem!”
Suddenly, two loud coughs were heard in the yard.
Tang Bao: “…”
Xuanyuan Jin; “…”
They both turned to look at the door at the same time.
Old Man Su's voice came from the yard.
"Daughter, why aren't you sleeping yet?"
"Dad, I'm going to sleep now... I'm going to sleep now..."
Tang Bao spoke loudly to the person outside the door, while signaling Xuanyuan Jin with her eyes to keep quiet.
The next moment, Mrs. Su's voice came in.
"Tangbao, open the door, Mommy has something to tell you."
Tang Bao: “…Ah?”
Don’t her parents walk around outside every day like they’re on guard, cough loudly twice, tell her to go to bed early, and then go back to their room to rest?
Why do you want to come in today?
Tang Bao quickly pointed to the window, signaling Xuanyuan Jin to leave quickly.
Xuanyuan Jin lowered his head and leaned close to Tang Bao's ear, saying quickly, "Go early tomorrow. I've reserved a table for you at Wufulou."
The hot breath sprayed on Tang Bao's ears, and Tang Bao's face turned red instantly.
only--
"...Aren't you going?"
Tang Bao was stunned.
Xuanyuan Jin raised his eyebrows, not smiling.
It seems to mean, who said I won’t go?
Tang Bao: “…”
What about tacit understanding?
Xuanyuan Jin raised the corners of his mouth, his phoenix eyes shone like stars, and his enchantingly handsome face made people unconsciously lost.
“Knock knock!”
"Sugar baby!"
There was a knock on the door and Mrs. Su's voice sounded at the same time.
Tang Bao was startled and signaled Xuanyuan Jin to leave quickly.
Xuanyuan Jin put a bundle into Tang Bao's hand like a magic trick.
"Wear this outfit tomorrow!"
After saying that, he pecked Tang Bao's lips quickly, jumped out of the window, and disappeared into the night.
"Girl, open the door!"
Old Man Su's voice also sounded, with a hint of anger.
"Here I come, Dad!"
Tang Bao quickly put the bag on the table, steadied his breathing, patted his red face, and walked quickly to the door.
As soon as Old Man Su came in, his eyes darted around like searchlights.
Tang Bao: "...Dad, what are you looking for?"
Old Man Su: “…”
Old Mrs. Su glared at Tang Bao.
"Go to bed early and close the windows!"
After saying that, he glanced at the open rear window.
Tang Bao: “…”
Looking guilty.
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