The teachers at the Imperial Academy are all instructors of princes. If Zhao Shi'an could study there, it would naturally be better than studying in the prefectural city.
Zhao Shi'an remained calm throughout, as if going to the Imperial Academy to study was an ordinary thing.
Fang Dashu was much more excited than Zhao Shi'an.
You should know that the teachers at the Imperial Academy were involved in drafting the examination questions.
If you can get into the Imperial Academy, you'll definitely be on the list of successful candidates in the next year's imperial examination.
Fortunately, he remained rational in front of the prefect.
"This is my calling card. You two go to the capital and show this calling card to the people at the Imperial Academy, and someone will naturally make arrangements for you."
The prefect produced his name card.
Zhao Shi'an and Fang Dashu expressed their gratitude.
The magistrate was invited to stay for tea, and then the entire village respectfully saw him off.
Fang Sanhua was overjoyed and dragged Fang Dashu to pay respects to their ancestors.
Fang Daniu was also happy and wanted to hold another banquet, but Fang Qing stopped him.
It's not too late to hold a banquet after I've passed the imperial examination and achieved official rank next year. I'm just going to study at the Imperial Academy.
Fang Daniu couldn't resist going out for a big drink and planned to have a good time tonight.
The people who came to watch the commotion congratulated her, and Zhao gave them some melon seeds and candies. When it was time to eat, they all left.
Fang Qing calmed down and then noticed Zhao Shi'an's composed emotions.
Perhaps he didn't want to go to the Imperial Academy.
"Brother, you have to go!"
Zhao Shi'an looked at Fang Qing.
"You also think it's a good idea for me to study in the capital?"
"Of course, the imperial examination is next spring. Going there now will allow me to adapt to the environment in the capital. Besides, the difference between the prefectural school and the imperial school is significant. If I can go to the imperial school, wouldn't my chances be much more secure next year?"
Fang Qing is right about everything.
In his previous life, Zhao Shi'an was a prime minister who assisted in the new government. Not to mention studying at the Imperial Academy, even if he went to the Imperial Academy to give lectures, people would have to kneel down to listen.
But that was in the previous life, and Zhao Shi'an could not find any reason to disagree now.
"Okay, I'll do whatever you say."
“Then I’ll pack your things for you, brother. You and Brother Dashu will go to Beijing together in a few days. It’s a good opportunity for the two of you to take care of each other.”
Zhao Shi'an's gaze never left her face as he nodded perfunctorily.
It would be good to go to the capital first.
Having chosen the imperial examination system, one must be prepared to face whatever situation comes their way.
Now it's time for him to test the waters in the capital.
Time was of the essence, so Zhao Shi'an and Fang Dashu set off for the capital two days later.
The journey was long and it was inconvenient to bring anything, so Fang Qing stuffed a lot of silver notes into Zhao Shi'an's hand and sent him to the county town.
They set off from the county town and went directly to the capital.
Fang Dashu and Fang Sanhua, a married couple, were talking when Fang Qing tugged at Zhao Shi'an's sleeve.
"Brother, be careful in everything you do when you get to the capital."
"good."
"Also, be careful in making friends."
Knowing that Zhao Shi'an was going to the capital, Fang Qing had been having nightmares about him for the past two days.
She had this dream a few years ago; it was a scene where Zhao Shi'an, the main villain, was murdered by his most trusted friend.
Zhao Shi'an smiled and ruffled her hair.
"good."
"Also, buy whatever you want to eat, and be careful about what others give you."
In the dream, Zhao Shi'an was poisoned to death by a box of pastries.
Zhao Shi'an had obviously also thought about what happened in his previous life.
He couldn't help but raise his eyebrows.
He actually finds many things amazing.
For example, why is Fang Qing different from her previous life?
For example, Fang Qing seems to know something about him from his previous life.
He had suspected that Fang Qing was reborn.
Or perhaps Fang Qing is from another world.
No matter what she was like, she was the one he loved and never intended to hurt him.
Thinking this, Zhao Shi'an's expression softened even more.
"I've written it all down."
Fang Qing then loosened her grip on his sleeve.
Before he got into the carriage, Fang Qing gave him some more instructions.
"Most importantly, don't get too close to the Gao family."
Given Zhao Shi'an's current abilities, going up against the Gao family would likely just be suicide.
Fang Qing was afraid that Zhao Shi'an would clash with Gao Ren because Gao Ren had made things difficult for her before.
"You've said that several times already."
Zhao Shi'an smiled helplessly.
In the past two days, Fang Qing spent the rest of her time either packing his things or explaining this and that to him.
Silly girl.
In his previous life, the capital was his territory. Even though he is now in decline, he will not give those people the chance to dominate him.
Fang Qing released Zhao Shi'an in a daze.
"That's all. Take care on your journey, brother."
As she spoke, she took a step back and waited for Zhao Shi'an to get into the carriage.
Zhao Shi'an looked at her and couldn't help but come over and hug her.
Fang Qing was stunned, and even Fang Daniu and Zhao Shi next to her widened their eyes and subconsciously looked around.
"elder brother!"
Zhao Shi'an buried his face in her neck for a moment before letting go.
But at that moment, Fang Qing clearly felt Zhao Shi'an's lips land on her skin.
Her body was stiff.
"I'm leaving."
He pinched Fang Qing's cheek again, nodded to Fang Daniu and Zhao Shi, and then turned and got into the carriage.
As she watched them disappear down the road, Fang Qing felt a deep emptiness in her heart.
"Bean Sprout, time to go home."
Fang Qing boarded the carriage to go home.
She started missing Zhao Shi'an less than half a day after they parted.
I couldn't muster any energy to do anything all day, and I even had insomnia at night.
I finally fell asleep, but my dreams were filled with Zhao Shi'an.
She dreamt that Zhao Shi'an was kissing her; the scene was so intense that Fang Qing woke up in a fright.
My dear reader, there's more to this chapter! Please click the next page to continue reading—even more exciting content awaits!
Continue read on readnovelmtl.com
