"Han Huiyuan, come and sit here, there is an empty seat." Lu Zizhuo waved his hands excitedly and shouted to Han Mingyuan.
Han Mingyuan turned around when he heard his voice and saw that there was indeed a seat next to Lu Zizhuo, and there were also scattered empty seats in other places.
However, Han Mingyuan would be happy if he could get along with someone he felt good about, because he was not familiar with any of the other people in the hall.
Walking up to Lu Zizhuo, Han Mingyuan lowered his head and said, "Thank you, Brother Lu."
"Hey, no need, I found this seat specifically. Don't you think it's nice here?"
Han Mingyuan looked around and saw that it was indeed the case. It was very close to the main seat above. Lu Zizhuo was probably thinking that when the emperor came later, he would be able to be closer to the emperor.
Lu Zizhuo was still chattering about taking credit for Han Mingyuan's achievements. After knowing his character, Han Mingyuan listened attentively.
In Han Mingyuan's opinion, this Lu Zizhuo should be a simple person, because Han Mingyuan has learned a lot of information from him.
For example, he is a branch of the Lu family, he ranked fourth in this imperial examination, and he admires Mr. Qinghe very much and wants Han Mingyuan to take him to meet Mr. Qinghe.
No need to talk, just see each other.
Han Mingyuan agreed with a smile. After all, they would hold a full-moon banquet for Chaochao after the palace examination, so he could just send an invitation to Lu Zizhuo then.
This was also the first friend Han Mingyuan made in Beijing.
Lu Zizhuo changed from "Han Huiyuan" to "Brother Han" and then to "Brother Mingyuan". After getting familiar with each other, he became very outgoing.
Han Mingyuan talked with Lu Zizhuo, asking about the situation in the capital, and also got a general understanding of the other students who came to the palace examination today.
This is very important to Han Mingyuan. The connections Mr. Qinghe gave him are all respected elders.
This time, the people he made friends with were almost the same age as Lu Zizhuo.
As they were talking, the students soon came out of the main hall, and the entire side hall suddenly became crowded.
When the chief eunuch saw that most people had come out, he ordered the palace maids to start the banquet.
This was Han Mingyuan's first time attending a proper palace banquet. He felt that there were too many rules and was really uncomfortable. Fortunately, the young master did not grow up in the palace.
After being half drunk, the emperor came to greet them again and then left in a hurry. Many students felt it was a pity because he was the emperor and they couldn't even talk to him.
Han Mingyuan looked thoughtful, because he felt a little uncomfortable with the look the emperor gave him before he left.
"Brother Mingyuan, do you know His Majesty?" Lu Zizhuo came over and whispered in Han Mingyuan's ear.
Han Mingyuan shook his head helplessly. This was the first time they met today. He didn't know if it was because of the young master that the emperor looked at him differently.
Seeing that Han Mingyuan didn't want to say more, Lu Zizhuo tactfully retreated to his seat.
However, the other students in the hall were not so smart. They looked at Han Mingyuan from time to time, and then talked to people they knew.
There were still a few people who wanted to come up and talk to Han Mingyuan, but Han Mingyuan simply went out to get some fresh air.
The atmosphere in the hall was too depressing, and Han Mingyuan didn't want to go back.
As soon as he walked out, he saw Eunuch Dexi waiting on the side. Han Mingyuan quickly bowed and said, "Eunuch Dexi!"
Eunuch Dexi flicked his whisk and said sharply, "Did Han Huiyuan eat well? The palace's imperial chefs are pretty good, right?"
Even if the food wasn't good, Han Mingyuan wouldn't dare say anything. He didn't know why Eunuch Dexi was waiting for him here, but after careful consideration, he said, "The imperial chefs in the palace are naturally the best..."
"But we heard that Marquis Qingping's cooking skills are also good. Many dishes in Yipintang are made by the marquis. We have never seen such novel dishes before!" Eunuch Dexi said with a smile.
It seemed like he was just chatting with Han Mingyuan about family matters.
However, Han Mingyuan did not let down his guard at all, and his every move was impeccable. "If you don't mind, you can come to my humble abode when you are free. I will also let my son entertain you."
"Haha, thank you very much, Han Huiyuan. We will definitely visit you when we have time!" Grandpa Dexi said with a smile.
"But now, if Han Huiyuan has finished his meal, please follow me. Someone wants to see you." Eunuch Dexi looked around and saw no outsiders. He quietly came up to Han Mingyuan and said.
Han Mingyuan's heart skipped a beat, and he guessed who wanted to see him.
"Please lead the way, sir, and don't keep us waiting anxiously."
The two of them had been standing here chatting for a while, and they didn't know whether the emperor would punish him.
"Hahaha, Han Huiyuan, don't worry, just follow me."
Han Mingyuan nodded without saying anything, and followed Eunuch Dexi to the imperial garden in the harem.
They were originally in the front hall, but this time, Eunuch Dexi was taking Han Mingyuan in the direction of the harem. Han Mingyuan felt that this was not appropriate, so he asked, "Eunuch, is this the wrong direction?"
Eunuch Dexi turned around and said, "Don't worry, Han Huiyuan, we're just ahead and will be there soon."
Han Mingyuan had no choice but to follow since things had come to this point.
The two of them didn't speak along the way. There was only the sound of slight footsteps, and soon their sight turned, and they walked into a pavilion.
There are hundreds of flowers blooming in the imperial garden, and the scenery is very beautiful. Even though Han Mingyuan is not a flower lover, he thinks the flowers in the imperial garden are blooming beautifully.
Before she could move her eyes away from the flowers, she heard the distinctive sharp voice of Eunuch Dexi: "Han Huiyuan, we're here!"
Han Mingyuan looked up and saw the emperor sitting in the pavilion, with several eunuchs and palace maids serving him.
Not daring to look at Han Mingyuan any longer, he immediately knelt on the ground and shouted respectfully: "Student Han Mingyuan pays homage to Your Majesty!"
The emperor glanced at Han Mingyuan before smiling and saying, "Stand up. After all, we are still brothers. There's no need for so much formality. If the teacher finds out, he'll scold me again."
Han Mingyuan thought about it and it seemed that it was indeed not right. He was a disciple of Mr. Qinghe, and the emperor was also a disciple of Mr. Qinghe. In a sense, the emperor was his senior brother.
It is inappropriate to call them students at this time.
Han Mingyuan thought about it and didn't say anything. The emperor signaled Eunuch Dexi to help Han Mingyuan up.
"Junior brother, come and do it. There are no outsiders here today, so let's have a good talk as brothers." The emperor said with a smile.
Looking amiable, Han Mingyuan carefully sat down, lowered his head and said, "Yes, Senior Brother!"
The emperor nodded in satisfaction. "Well, that's right. Junior brother, I haven't had the chance to see you since your family came to the capital. But with your teacher's guidance, I believe that you will become an official sooner or later."
"Brother, this is serious. How can Mingyuan enter the palace without any achievements?" Han Mingyuan said carefully.
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