Where there are opponents, there will naturally be people who support it.
"Master Zhang, that's wrong. It's unfair to classify the top scholar based on age. Since he's a child prodigy, wouldn't it add to the story if he was given the title 'top scholar'?"
"I'm sure you've all heard about Mu Zimo's competition at the Lakeside Pavilion. Although young, he's incredibly intelligent, surpassing all the other students in the academy. His talent is evident not only among the students at the academy, but also among the common people."
Emperor Wenxuan thought of the song that day and his heart was moved slightly.
In his heart, he was inclined towards Mu Zimo, but what Zhang Yu said made sense.
The two sides started arguing, you said you were right and I said I was right.
Emperor Wenxuan was troubled by this. "My dear ministers, the top scholar is the pillar of the country. Lin Feng is the top scholar, Mu Zimo is the second, and Qi Menghui is the third."
The emperor made his choice and the ministers stopped arguing.
The result was quickly conveyed to the candidates who had been waiting for a long time, and at the same time, it was spread outside the palace at the fastest speed and posted as an imperial edict.
While the students were thanking the emperor, the people outside the palace knew the result.
Although the child prodigy Mu Zimo did not become the top scorer, he was the second. This achievement is unprecedented in history at this age.
As for Lin Feng, the top scholar, he had become a dark horse in this imperial examination simply because he was not well-known. Those who knew Lin Feng were not surprised by this result.
When Xiao Moer came out of the palace, everyone he met on the way congratulated him and praised him for his ability.
Xiao Moer was neither arrogant nor impatient, and returned the gifts to them one by one.
Lin Feng walked beside him, and someone came forward as he watched Xiao Moer's actions.
"Brother Lin, you are now the top scholar, but your reputation is not as good as that of a runner-up."
Lin Feng glanced at him and said, "Put away those little thoughts of yours."
After his thoughts were exposed, the man shut his mouth in embarrassment.
When Xiao Moer returned home, he was greeted with a warm welcome by everyone.
"Congratulations, Master Mo'er, for becoming the new runner-up."
"Congratulations." An Ye said.
"Haha, I knew that Yi Moer would be admitted to high school with his intelligence." Xue Qian said with a smile.
Bei Yutang walked out of the house, and Xiao Moer ran up to her, "Mother."
"Why aren't you happy?"
Xiao Moer put away his lovely smile in front of her and revealed his true expression, "Mother, I failed to become the top scholar."
He promised to become the top scholar and support his mother, but he didn't do it.
For him, it is better to fail the exam than to be the top scorer.
"In mother's eyes, you are the top scholar, the most powerful top scholar." Bei Yutang comforted.
In fact, Feng Lihen already knew the discussions in the imperial study.
"I want to grow up. When I grow up, I will go to the Great Zhou Dynasty to take the imperial examination." Xiao Moer said with a firm look.
"Okay." Bei Yutang replied with a smile.
Although Xiao Mo'er is still young, many people have extended olive branches to him, hoping to recruit him for their own use. All the princes are not stupid. Xiao Mo'er not only has a limitless future, but also the Lei's Trading Company behind him is his backer.
Although the Lei family's business was a humble one, its wealth and even his mother's reputation were a major boost to their prestige among the people. If used well, they could be a useful pawn.
However, ever since Xiao Moer became the runner-up, he has been staying at home and not going out.
All invitations from various parties were rejected.
This way, no one will be offended.
The fourth prince Gu Fanzhi wanted to invite her, but the two sides were in conflict and he didn't get the chance.
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