From the moment Chen Siyuan agreed, she would visit the Wen family every day. She would first sit with her maternal grandfather and then talk to her third cousin for a while.
The visit won't last long; I'll leave in less than the time it takes for an incense stick to burn.
Every day he would arrive with some useful books, sometimes even past exam questions.
For Chen Siyuan, these things were easily obtainable if she wanted them.
Later, Chen Siyuan listed out all the questions that would be asked this year.
Among them was indeed a challenging question from a past life's imperial examination.
At first, Auntie San thought that she shouldn't let others disturb her son at crucial moments, but she gradually changed her mind.
Seeing that her son was gradually becoming less sullen and more confident, and seeing the treasures Chen Siyuan brought—treasures that money couldn't buy—she couldn't say anything.
Later, I heard that Chen Siyuan liked Su Ji pastries, so I would prepare some every day and chat with my son while eating them when Chen Siyuan arrived.
Time flies, and in the blink of an eye, half a month has passed, and it's time for the scientific expedition.
...
The eighth day of the eighth lunar month.
The autumn scientific expedition has begun.
As soon as it was light, Chen Siyuan got up, washed and dressed, and without even having breakfast, asked Wang Li to quickly drive the carriage to the Wen family.
Upon arriving at the Wen family's residence, they learned that the Wen family had already left, so they hurriedly rushed to the Imperial Examination Hall in the east of the capital.
When we arrived, there were huge crowds.
Chen Siyuan got off the carriage and saw a surging crowd of people, as well as various spacious and luxurious carriages around her.
With so many people, Chen Siyuan didn't know where Wenxuan was.
I felt anxious because I hadn't kept my promise to Wenxuan.
In order to find the person as soon as possible, she quickly climbed up the carriage.
Standing on the roof of the carriage, the view suddenly became much wider.
Chen Siyuan glanced around but didn't find her target. Worried that continuing the search aimlessly would cause her to miss her chance, she disregarded her appearance, put her hands to her mouth, and shouted, "Third Cousin—"
This sound is penetrating enough.
The chaotic scene instantly quieted down.
Soon, people saw Chen Siyuan standing on top of the carriage.
Chen Siyuan stood there, her features obscured by the sunlight, but her smiling face was clearly imprinted in everyone's eyes.
Everyone who comes to participate in the scientific expedition is a little nervous, but after the initial shock at seeing this scene, they all smile.
The Wen family thought Chen Siyuan wouldn't come. Wen Xuan was the most nervous. He hadn't seen her since he woke up and was worried that she wouldn't come. He was unsure of what to do.
They haven't met in public yet, and only a few people know about their relationship.
She tried to tell herself that Chen Siyuan, as the young mistress of the General's Mansion and a first-rank imperial consort, was not suitable to meet him in such a public place.
Feeling dejected, I was about to head to the examination hall when I heard this noise.
He forgot his own identity, stood still, and waved his hand, "Cousin, I'm here!"
That call was embarrassing enough, but unfortunately, the person involved didn't feel embarrassed, so it was others who were embarrassed.
Wen Kai had come to see someone off, but he was speechless at what he saw.
My third brother is already such a grown man, but he wouldn't go in unless he saw Chen Siyuan. Now look what's happened, he's caused this whole mess, it's so embarrassing.
His younger brother and cousin, neither of them is easy to deal with.
Seeing Chen Siyuan standing on the carriage, he was about to leap over her.
At that moment, someone else was one step ahead of him.
This person was none other than his second younger brother, Wentao.
Wen Kai was completely speechless.
I don't know how Qiao Yuchen could be such a husband, how could he let a woman appear in front of everyone like this at this time?
At this moment, Tao Yifan, who had arrived as an invigilator, also noticed Chen Siyuan.
All I can say is that Tao Yifan has been doing very well lately because his mother hasn't been causing trouble around him.
Seeing Chen Siyuan today under these circumstances, he stared intently at a certain spot.
The proctor who came to participate in this imperial examination was somewhat beneath his talents, but it was the Third Prince's idea. The more important reason for his arrival was that he knew about Chen Siyuan's recent movements and that Chen Siyuan's cousin, Wenxuan, would also be participating in this imperial examination, which is why he was so eager to come.
Sure enough, the trip was worthwhile.
He saw that woman openly and honestly once again.
The woman standing on the carriage, shouting loudly, was still so dazzling.
He stared, his eyes fixed on the woman, and then his gaze changed.
Just because Qiao Yuchen arrived, he easily swept past, and the woman was carried down by him.
With just a simple movement, it seemed he felt his treasure being defiled again, and wanted to rush over, but reason told him he couldn't.
One's love should not become a burden to a woman, nor should it become a weapon to "attack" her.
At this moment, he began to regret that if he hadn't used cooperation as an excuse to reveal his true feelings, would this woman have stood by his side? Would he have been qualified to do anything she wanted for him?
"Lord Tao, are you alright?" Minister Su arrived and looked at this year's students with great satisfaction.
He had initially thought that not many people would participate in the scientific expedition given what had happened not long ago, but seeing this, he was satisfied.
Turning her head, she saw Tao Yifan, who was pale-faced, and asked him with concern.
Minister Su also favored the Third Prince, but he kept his opinion hidden, unlike Tao Yifan who did so openly.
"It's nothing." Tao Yifan's official rank was not as high as Minister Su's, but the Tao family had a rich background and was a special presence in the capital.
Furthermore, Tao Yifan is a role model for the younger generation, and everyone who sees Tao Yifan will look at him with more respect.
"What do you think of this year's students?" Minister Su asked, trying to strike up a conversation with Tao Yifan.
Tao Yifan glanced around and saw that heartbreaking figure again. Now, he had not forgotten his duty.
"This year's students are all full of energy, and I hope they will all do well."
There can only be one top scorer, and ultimately, only one person is truly happy.
Thinking about it, I couldn't help but think of the eccentric top scholar from three years ago. He gave up a perfectly good job and jumped headfirst into the Dali Temple. And sure enough, he really did cause a lot of chaos in the entire Dali Temple for quite a while.
Three years have passed, and the sons of merchants who were once looked down upon have finally stood in the imperial court.
Qiao Yuchen carried Chen Siyuan to the Wen family.
"Third cousin, good luck." Chen Siyuan said, and quickly took out a talisman. "I went to Ping'an Temple yesterday to get this for you. Third cousin, you should wear it carefully."
"Thank you, cousin." Wenxuan regained his usual confidence, no longer the gloomy boy he had been, and now looked like a sunny young man.
“Cousin—” Wen Tao returned looking disheveled.
He originally wanted to show off in front of his cousin, but Qiao Yuchen beat him to it.
As a result, it would take him a long time to return before other people did.
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