Han Siyu returned home angrily. As soon as she entered, she saw Liang Huixue sitting in her house waiting for her, chatting happily with her husband Fan Taoran, laughing from time to time. A strange feeling welled up in her heart.
It felt like both of them had betrayed her at the same time. It made her feel very uncomfortable.
"Siyu, you're back?" Liang Huixue was the first to see Han Siyu, greeting her with a smile. Her expression was open and honest, which made Han Siyu inwardly curse herself. What was she thinking? Huixue was the Sixth Prince's wife, how could Taoran compare? Even if Taoran was the best in her heart, she had to admit that she was far inferior to the Sixth Prince.
"Siyu, what did your family say?" Liang Huixue asked.
The person who wanted to introduce Han Tianbao to a potential partner was not Han Siyu, but Liang Huixue.
The Sixth Prince wanted to win over Grand Tutor Han, who only had one son, so a marriage alliance would be the best option.
He happened to have a cousin on his maternal side, a beautiful young woman of sixteen, who was determined to marry a talented man.
Han Tianbao, a top scholar in the provincial examination, is undoubtedly a talented person.
Of course, outsiders might not know who Han Tianbao is, but he knows him very well.
He was talented, handsome, and from a good family—more than a match for his cousin. The cousin had long harbored feelings for the top scholar, and upon hearing that her prince cousin wanted to arrange a marriage for her, she blushed deeply.
The cousin didn't notice that when she blushed and thanked the Sixth Prince, the Sixth Prince's eyes changed slightly.
"What a pity," the Sixth Prince thought to himself.
However, Hui Xue was no less impressive. Not only was she beautiful, but she was also incredibly talented. He hadn't lacked money since marrying her.
The Sixth Prince immediately entrusted Liang Huixue to make a trip to the Fan family and have Han Siyu speak on his behalf.
"how?"
"It's a little late, my younger brother is already engaged?"
"Engaged?" Fan Taoran scoffed. "Could it be that your father doesn't want to marry into our family?"
"No, that's not true. It was my mother who said that my younger brother already has someone he likes."
Thinking of this, Han Siyu couldn't help but feel a little sad. After all, they were her own children. Tianbao had someone he liked, so they agreed to it. But when it came to her, her father still hadn't forgiven her.
Who is Han Tianbao's beloved?
"I'm not too sure about that either; my mother didn't tell me."
"She's just someone I admire. Since we're not engaged yet, things can be changed."
Liang Huixue said with a smile.
Han Tianbao, you can tell from his name that he must have been spoiled growing up. Even though he is very talented, he is just a talented playboy.
The Sixth Prince's cousin is named Huo Ying. She is as beautiful as an angel and has such a gentle personality. I'm afraid no man could dislike her.
Unfortunately, to Liang Huixue's surprise, despite arranging several chance encounters between Huo Ying and Han Tianbao, Han Tianbao remained unmoved.
They barely even glanced at them.
He stared intently at the girl beside him.
That girl was pretty, but she couldn't compare to Huo Ying.
After several attempts, Huo Ying finally gave up on the idea.
“Since the scholar has already chosen someone, let’s not force him.” Huo Ying gave Liang Huixue a slight curtsy. “Huo Ying thanks Your Highness for your concern for Huo Ying’s marriage.”
"But they're not married yet?"
"Once engaged, they already have a formal status. Besides, the top scholar has no interest in Huo Ying." One should know one's place.
Huo Ying was a proud person, and even though she had already humbled herself so much, Han Tianbao remained unmoved, so she naturally wouldn't continue to pester him.
Huo Ying is renowned, and countless men want to marry her. Why should she compromise herself for Han Tianbao?
After the Han and Ning families arranged the marriage, Grand Tutor Han took the initiative to offer to take Ning Hongze as his apprentice.
If we only consider the writing style of Ning Hongze's essay, he would naturally not rank among the top candidates for the imperial examination. However, he has a lot of ideas, and this is exactly the kind of person that the Great Jin Dynasty needs most.
That's why Ning Hong was ranked eleventh.
However, if they want to go further, they will need to work harder.
Ning Hong will definitely not be able to participate in the imperial examinations.
Even if one participates in this spring imperial examination, at most one will be on the list of top three, thus becoming a Jinshi (a successful candidate in the highest imperial examination).
Ning Hong was overjoyed to hear that Grand Tutor Han was willing to take him as a disciple.
He was still hesitant. If he participated in the imperial examination, he wouldn't have a proper teacher and it would be difficult for him to pass. But then, God sent him a teacher.
Or is he the Grand Tutor of the current dynasty?
Of course, after learning Ning Hongze's purpose in taking the imperial examination, Grand Tutor Han gave him a severe scolding.
Such a brilliant mind, yet the purpose is so shallow.
What angered him the most was that Ning Hongze even considered giving up and not continuing to take the exams.
It would be a great pity to miss out on someone with such talent.
Since you're not planning to participate in next year's imperial examination.
With her master backing her up, Ning Hong wanted to go back to the village.
Repay grievances and avenge wrongs; of course, repay kindness as well.
The villagers didn't show them much kindness; the only person who treated them fairly well was the village chief.
The scholar who bullied Ning Hongze was surnamed Liu, named Shi, and was nearly fifty years old this year.
He became famous at a young age and passed the imperial examination at the age of twenty-six. However, he failed repeatedly after that, which completely extinguished his ambition.
However, while there were many scholars with the title of Xiucai in Yangcheng, those with the title of Juren were rare. Therefore, even the county magistrate would give him some face because of his Juren title, which made him increasingly arrogant in the Yangcheng area.
Ning Xing'er walked over carrying a tray. Ning Xing'er is the daughter of Ning's eldest uncle. She came to Liu Shi's side two years ago, and Liu Shi dotes on her quite a bit. Because of her, Ning's eldest uncle has also received a lot of help.
Liu Shi originally had his eye on Ning Nuonuo, but Ning Hong escaped with Ning Nuonuo too quickly.
This has always bothered Liu Shi.
It was by chance that I met Ning Xing'er.
Ning Xing'er and Nuonuo are cousins, and they do look about six or seven points alike.
Although Ning Xing'er was married, she couldn't resist a vain father and an arrogant and domineering Liu Shi.
For the safety of her husband's family and children, Ning Xing'er finally agreed.
She hated Liu Shi and her father, but her husband was just a small shopkeeper, what could she do?
A wise person knows when to yield, and besides, she has two children. She can't let her own situation harm her husband and children.
After a long talk with her husband that lasted all night, Ning Xing'er and her husband both wept bitterly.
Ning Xing'er's husband had no choice but to sign the divorce papers, allowing Ning Xing'er to return to her own home. She was then carried into the Liu family in a sedan chair and became Liu Shi's ninth concubine.
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