Chapter 98 The Top Scholar's Parade Through the Streets
Then, after thinking for a moment, he said, "I was wondering why the Prince of Shou'an came yesterday, and that he said he was friends with your second brother."
But your second brother's attitude didn't seem like that of a friend.
So the root is actually with you?
"Truly, a master doesn't reveal their true abilities."
Now it was Xue Weiyang's turn to talk about Xie Yunyu.
But who is Xie Yunyu? He's lived two lifetimes, why would he be afraid of such teasing?
He waved his hand dismissively and said, "Our relationship is a mess, unlike yours and my second brother. You were scheming and had planned this all along."
Xue Weiyang had recovered by now and was no longer embarrassed.
Hearing Xie Yunyu's words, a slight smile played on her lips as she said haughtily:
"Since he disagreed, I had no choice but to resort to this tactic."
Xie Yunyu laughed: "So when does your family plan to come to my house to discuss marriage?"
"My third brother said we should go and exchange the birth certificates today, just in case something goes wrong."
Wu Yumin nodded in agreement: "My husband said that the eldest prince is probably still not giving up. It would be good to hurry up and settle the marriage first."
After Erlang finishes his imperial examination, the rest of the wedding ceremonies should be completed quickly so that the marriage can be finalized as soon as possible.
Xue Weiyang nodded in agreement: "That's what my third brother thinks too."
Then she added, "My mother has already prepared my dowry, so I don't need to prepare anything here."
"It all depends on your family. You can get married whenever you're ready."
Wu Yumin glanced at her after hearing this:
"Who's like you, so eager to marry him right away?"
Xie Yunyu laughed and said, "That only means that my second brother is too attractive to someone."
Both of them laughed when they heard that.
The three of them laughed and joked around.
The Duke of Zhenguo personally visited the Xie residence today, and the two families successfully exchanged birth charts.
When the news reached the ears of the eldest prince, he overturned the table beside him.
If we were to ask who was in the best mood, it would undoubtedly be Princess Jinyang.
Upon returning home yesterday, he shared the good news with his son-in-law.
The Duke of Qi was quite pleased to hear this.
"Xie Yunman is getting married. I hope our Ling'er can let go of that and start anew."
"I hope so."
The eldest princess said with a delighted expression.
The couple even shared a drink to celebrate.
This morning, the eldest princess was cutting flowers in her room, humming a little tune, and was in a really good mood.
Seeing Xiao Ling get up to go to the yamen, he even greeted him.
After carefully observing his son's expression, I couldn't discern anything, so I had no choice but to let him go.
The next morning at court, everyone knew about it and congratulated the Duke of Zhenguo.
The Duke of Zhenguo grinned, revealing a row of gleaming teeth, seemingly quite satisfied with his son-in-law, whom he had found through the examination.
People from the Hanlin Academy also congratulated Xie Yuntang, mostly wishing Xie Yunman the top score in the first class of the imperial examination.
Few people talk about Xie Yunman being chosen as a son-in-law after passing the imperial examination.
On the third day, the newly appointed Jinshi (successful candidate in the highest imperial examination) stood before the emperor.
After a series of assessments, the top three were determined.
Xie Yunman was the youngest and best-looking. Of the remaining two, one was in his thirties or forties, and the other was in his mid-twenties.
If things were done according to custom, Xie Yunman would undoubtedly be the third-ranked scholar.
However, the emperor was very pleased with Xie Yunman's examination paper and appointed him as the top scholar.
The older man is called Geng Changsheng, and the man in his mid-twenties is called Yu Guanying.
The emperor appointed Geng Changsheng as the second-ranked scholar and Yu Guanying as the third-ranked scholar.
After their names were called out at Donghua Gate, the three changed into robes and went on a parade through the streets.
The people of the capital lined the streets to welcome Xie Yunman, who, dressed in a red robe, with a handsome face and radiant spirit, rode at the very front.
The young women cheered continuously.
"Why does this year's top scholar look so young, while the third-ranked scholar is so much older?"
"Oh my, don't you know? This top scholar is the youngest person in our Great Yong Dynasty to achieve the triple crown of the imperial examination, a literary star descended from heaven."
I heard that the Duke of Zhenguo's mansion even issued a notice to recruit a son-in-law just two days ago.
"Who caught him?"
"The one who destroyed the Southern Li Kingdom, the Duke of Zhenguo."
"Oh, oh, the Duke of Zhenguo! Alas, with the Duke of Zhenguo's appearance, how good could his daughter possibly be..."
Such a handsome top scholar, what a pity…
"What do you know? I've seen the Ninth Lady of the Duke of Zhenguo's Mansion; she's quite beautiful."
"How beautiful she is! Is she as beautiful as Lady Wei?"
"No, the young ladies of the Duke of Zhenguo's mansion are all very beautiful and heroic."
"Sigh, what a waste of the top scholar's good looks."
People were talking about it, but it didn't affect Xue Weiyang's mood at all.
Today, Xie Yunyu, Wu Yumin, and I arrived early at the viewing tower next to this street and reserved the best spot.
Right now, I'm looking out the window.
He noticed that the young women on the roadside were throwing sachets at Xie Yunman.
Wu Yumin joked, "Your husband, the top scholar, is too attractive. You'd better keep a close eye on him."
Xue Weiyang was beaming with joy today. Looking down at the top scholar she had won through her own merit, she couldn't stop smiling.
He didn't say anything after hearing Wu Yumin's joke.
He simply pushed the window open completely and shouted at Xie Yunman:
"Xie Lang, over here..."
Upon hearing this, Xie Yunman instinctively looked over and saw Xue Weiyang waving at him.
Xie Yunman waved awkwardly back at her.
The next moment, he saw Xue Weiyang throw something at him, and Xie Yunman reached out and caught it.
It feels warm and smooth to the touch. Upon closer inspection, it turns out to be a piece of jade pendant with a floral and fish design. It looks like a pair, and the one I have is one half.
Xie Yunman tucked the jade pendant into his bosom.
Seeing that he had accepted it, Xue Weiyang smiled happily and waved to him again.
Xue Zhan, who was standing by the window across the street, witnessed this scene and shook his head, saying:
"Alas, daughters grow up and leave home."
Wu Yumin and Xie Yunyu teased each other, "Oh my, you're even calling him Xie Lang now, how sweet!"
Xue Weiyang pursed her lips, proudly arched her neck, and said:
"I'm willing, so what?"
"It's none of my business, it's none of my business. What kind of sister-in-law interferes with her sister-in-law? I can't control that."
Xie Yunyu joked.
Xue Weiyang smiled upon hearing this and remained silent.
In an inconspicuous corner of a building diagonally across the street, a window was open. It was quiet by the window, and no one was peeking out to see what was going on.
The hustle and bustle outside the window seemed to have nothing to do with this place.
Inside the room sat a man and a woman. The man was tall and burly, but his face was full of hostility.
The woman had exquisite features and looked gentle and serene; she was none other than Wei Ningyan, the woman the people below were talking about.
The man is naturally the eldest prince.
Listening to the commotion outside, Wei Ningyan said calmly, "I've seen him build tall buildings, I've seen him host lavish banquets, I've seen him become the top scholar, enjoying unparalleled fame for a time..."
Upon hearing this, the eldest prince suddenly flew into a rage and overturned the table beside him.
The elegant room was instantly turned into a mess.
Wei Ningyan calmly continued, "I told you to just tie him up and bring him back to your residence, and make it a fait accompli."
You refused, saying you cherished Xue Weiyang and wanted His Majesty to grant you a marriage.
You may cherish her, but she may not cherish you.
Look, the marriage with the Xie family is about to be finalized.
Your plan has failed.
The Crown Prince's cold gaze fell on Wei Ningyan like a blade, but Wei Ningyan was not afraid at all.
"My affairs are none of your business."
The eldest prince's voice was icy cold, devoid of any warmth.
Upon hearing this, Wei Ningyan stood up and said calmly, "In that case, I won't disturb you any longer."
Please consider my suggestion carefully.
This is your only chance. If you miss it, once she marries Xie Yunman, you'll never have her again.
After speaking, he bowed and walked out of the room.
The eldest prince spoke, his voice filled with suppressed anger: "If we can't have her, then we'll destroy her."
Upon hearing this, Wei Ningyan continued walking away, but a slow smile crept onto her lips.
Hmph, Xue Weiyang, your good days are over.
Those who scheme against me, I will get my revenge.
If I'm not doing well, none of you will have a good life.
Of course, Qin Yingying also couldn't escape it.
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