Fu Chengwang was a smart guy. He knew at a glance that Lan'er must have gone to inquire about the provincial examination, so he just asked directly.
Lan Er glanced at Fu Liqing and said loudly, "The champion is Mr. Zhao. Master, Miss, Mr. Zhao has won first place again."
"Really?" Fu Liqing was surprised and delighted, and looked at Fu Chengwang proudly: "First again."
Fu Chengwang was also slightly surprised, and then snorted coldly: "So what if I'm the top scorer?"
Yes, so what if I’m the top scorer.
Fu Liqing's expression darkened.
Although Jieyuan is indeed good, he is only Jieyuan.
Even if he was the top scholar, Fu Chengwang would not take him seriously.
The reason why Bai Shicheng was valued by the emperor and respected and envied by everyone was not because he was the top scholar, but because his surname was Bai.
It's that simple.
No matter how talented Zhao Lin is, even if he wins the top three places in the imperial examinations, without any background and support, and now he has offended Bai Shicheng, Jiang Yichen and the Zhenbei Marquisate, he will definitely have a difficult time in the court in the future. If he is lucky, he will be sent out to be a county official for the rest of his life. If he is unlucky, he will be an editor in the Hanlin Academy for the rest of his life, sorting out those ancient books and materials that have been eaten by insects.
Among those who desperately participated in the imperial examinations, how many of them did so to organize information? Aren’t they all doing so to become officials?
But if you want to become an official, how can you do it without a backer and someone to guide you?
What's more, Zhao Lin is only the top scorer in Shengjing Prefecture now. There are 34 top scorers in the 34 prefectures across the country.
There are also the champion and the number one scholar above.
Fu Liqing said, "Dad, why are you so prejudiced against Zhao Lin? He is a very good person."
Fu Chengwang said disdainfully, "How can someone who can come up with such a plan be a good person?"
Fu Liqing was about to speak, but Fu Chengwang interrupted him, saying, "No need to say more. Continue the house arrest."
After saying that, Fu Chengwang turned around and left.
Fu Liqing stamped his feet in anger, but he didn't dare to go out. He could only say to Lan'er, "Go prepare some gifts for Mr. Zhao to celebrate his success."
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"This guy actually got the upper hand."
When Wang Ziyao got the news, he showed an expression of excitement and envy.
The Wang family members are not good at using their brains. They are good at fighting, but they are not good at studying.
Wang Chong had thought about having a few scholars in the Wang family, but one or two of them would fall asleep as soon as they picked up a book, and the best one was only a scholar, so he had to give up.
"You useless thing, you hang out with others all day long. They understand Yuan, but you just stay at home and waste food."
Hearing the shouting and cursing, Wang Ziyao rolled his eyes and said, "You can only blame your offspring. Otherwise, why is there no one in our family who can read?"
Wang Chong was so angry that his beard stood up. He shouted angrily, "Get out! Get out right now! Get out of here as far as you can. Don't let me see you."
Wang Ziyao was overjoyed: "Has the battle between the Crown Prince and Prince Yu been decided? No, there's no news. Could it be that there's another war in the north?"
Wang Chong's expression grew serious, and he nodded, saying, "Lord Zhao has sent word that the Northern Di are ready to make a move. He has sent several scouts to investigate the situation at Zhenbei Pass. There may be a war ahead."
Wang Ziyao said, "Autumn is here, and we should start harvesting grass and grain as usual. What are you worried about?"
Wang Chong snorted coldly, "Useless thing! If we were really going to attack Caogu, why would Lord Zhao be so nervous? Obviously there's something else he's not telling us. But no matter what, there will be a war. Get ready and set off for Zhenbei Pass."
Wang Ziyao said without hesitation, "Okay! When do we leave? I can go say goodbye to Zhao Lin and the others."
Wang Chong said: "The sooner the better."
Wang Ziyao said, "Then let's do it tomorrow. Today we'll go celebrate Zhao Lin's success and say goodbye."
Wang Ziyao's face was calm, without any panic about rushing to the border. He jumped up and asked his servants to prepare gifts so that he could celebrate with Zhao Lin.
Wang Chong sighed.
The general died in hundreds of battles, this is the fate of the Wang family.
Unless someone can study hard and achieve good results and become a civil servant.
"Jieyuan, although there are still the metropolitan examination and palace examination to come, it is still enviable." Wang Chong said with emotion.
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"That kid actually passed the Jieyuan exam!"
Bai Shicheng's face twisted, and he gritted his teeth and said, "He's just a beggar, what right? Brother, you're the chief examiner, and you can make him fail the exam with just a flick of the pen. Why did you still give him the title of Jieyuan?"
Bai Shicheng was very puzzled.
According to Bai Shiyuan, he recognized it as Zhao Lin's paper at a glance, so why didn't he fail?
The biggest difficulty in making someone fail the exam is not tampering with it, but finding that person's paper among so many papers.
Because when marking the papers, people are required to copy them first, then cover their names, and finally show them to the chief examiner, so as to prevent cheating in the exams as much as possible.
In fact, it is very effective.
But that can only protect ordinary people.
Bai Shiyuan recognized Zhao Lin's paper at a glance and had dozens of ways to make him fail the exam without having to take any responsibility. However, not only did he not do anything, he also gave the other party a top scorer. What did he mean?
Bai Shiyuan glanced at Bai Shicheng calmly and said, "Do you know why I, at such a young age, can hold such an important position as the chief examiner of the provincial examination?"
Bai Shicheng said without hesitation: "Of course it is the kindness of your Majesty."
Bai Shiyuan said, "That's good to understand. You should know that everything we have is given by His Majesty. Our job is to share His Majesty's worries so that we can do our own things. It would be easy to fail Zhao Lin, but his essay is extraordinary and unique, the only one of its kind in this provincial examination. To fail such an essay, do you think the emperor's favor is too great, or that he is too high-ranking?"
Bai Shicheng was immediately frightened and broke out in a cold sweat. He quickly apologized: "I was wrong."
"I understand."
Bai Shiyuan said, "Don't worry, Zhao Lin can't compete with you. Let alone becoming the first place in the imperial examination, what difference would it make even if he became the first place in the imperial examination? His biggest flaw is his lack of family background."
Bai Shicheng whispered, "I'm afraid Minister Fu will take a fancy to him."
"No chance." Bai Shiyuan said, "I have already made an agreement with Minister Fu. After the palace examination, I will let you and Miss Fu get married. Don't go anywhere these days. Just stay at home and study hard, waiting for the big exam after the new year. Understand?"
"Thank you, brother."
Bai Shicheng was overjoyed.
As long as she marries Fu Liqing, she will not only get Fu Chengwang's support, but also be able to strike a blow against Zhao Lin, killing two birds with one stone and returning all the humiliation she suffered before.
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"This bastard actually passed the Li Yuan exam."
Jiang Yichen was very annoyed.
This amorous young man was tricked by Zhao Lin and lost face. He has been confined to his home until now. He just heard such bad news when he was able to come out.
"Is there any way to prevent him from taking the exam?" Jiang Yichen asked Jiang Chadao.
Jiang Cha said crisply, "Let him be disabled."
Jiang Yichen frowned and said, "It's not easy to do it, right?"
Jiang Cha said, "That's easy. We just need to find an opportunity to start a conflict with him. Even if it gets to Shengjing Prefecture, we can't be blamed."
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