Chapter 117 We Can't Do Anything Against the Law

Chapter 117 We Can't Do Anything Against the Law

Although Gu Changqing reacted indifferently to this matter, Gu Zhao was still very happy.

The old marquis' own son was not very ambitious. Although Gu Changqing also passed the imperial examinations, he never got first place in his life.

As for the grandchildren, Gu Zixuan is a playboy, and Gu Ziyun is always the second in command, always outshined by others. Now that Gu Zilu has ranked first in the county exam, Gu Zhao happily called him to the study, rewarded him with two fine inkstones, and urged him to study hard.

"With Mr. Zhuzhi here, you have all made great progress. Mr. Zhuzhi is indeed very talented."

No wonder the late emperor wanted to keep Mr. Zhuzhi as his imperial tutor. After all this time, it turns out that he really has the ability.

"You can't take the next exam lightly, understand?"

Gu Zhao gave instructions in detail, and Gu Zilu responded carefully and nodded obediently. Gu Zhao immediately felt more relieved. This child was the least worrying among his grandchildren, so the old man naturally nodded with satisfaction.

Because of his old age, Gu Zhao had never taught his grandchildren, but now that Gu Zilu had won the first place in the county exam, Gu Zhao was inexplicably excited. The old marquis actually took some exam questions on the spot, all from the Four Books and Five Classics.

However, Gu Zilu answered all the questions fluently, and Gu Zhao was finally satisfied.

"If you can capture the first place in the case, Grandfather will take you hunting."

hunt?

Gu Zilu's eyes lit up. There was a hunting ground on the outskirts of the city. If possible, he wanted to make a fox fur cloak for his mother. If he couldn't get a cloak, a hat or hand guards would also be fine.

Gu Zilu calculated and nodded: "Yes, grandfather."

"Okay, okay, Brother Lu just finished his test and you want to test him again!"

Zou still felt sorry for the child, so she called Gu Zilu over and stuffed a bowl of lotus seed soup into his hand: "Come, eat more."

Gu Zilu thanked his grandmother and ate his food seriously, which made the old lady very happy.

This fifth brother has always been the most well-behaved and sensible. He is such a good child.

"Here, your grandmother gave it to you!"

Gu Zhao gave an inkstone, and the old lady also gave a reward, a carp jade pendant with floral patterns, which meant a fish leaping over the dragon gate and a good start.

Looking at the jade pendant shining brightly in the sunlight, Gu Zilu happily accepted it.

After drinking the lotus seed porridge and chatting for a while, Gu Zilu made an excuse to study and left.

However, as soon as he walked out of the hospital, he ran into Gu Ziyun in the corridor.

Gu Ziyun was looking for him.

He attached great importance to this imperial examination, especially his father's words that the emperor might have other intentions in adding this imperial examination. This made him more certain that he had definitely seized an excellent opportunity.

If one can figure out the emperor's thoughts during the imperial examination with ulterior motives, wouldn't it be a quick success?

Compared to those who have to waste their lives on foreign assignments after passing the imperial examination, there is no better start than to start from the highest point.

Gu Ziyun took everything for granted and even felt that it was not impossible to rise to the top overnight. He believed that the emperor was another version of Gu Changqing and should not be difficult to please.

However, a letter of allegiance is still required, and the letter of allegiance is the final palace examination, with questions set by the emperor himself. However, Gu Ziyun is too smart to figure it out, so he can only come to Gu Zilu.

Seeing the new jade pendant on Gu Zilu's waist and looking at the brand new inkstone in his arms, Gu Ziyun felt jealous.

However, as long as I can get good results in the imperial examination this time, what does this matter?

So he suppressed the acid in his stomach and congratulated with a smile.

"Congratulations to my fifth brother for getting the first place in the county exam."

He deliberately emphasized the word "county" just to remind Gu Zilu that being the first in a county case was nothing.

In short, he was not jealous at all and there was no reason for him to be jealous.

Gu Ziyun smiled. Everyone can say polite words, but the real business is often the most important.

"By the way, there is something I want to discuss with you. Let's discuss it in detail in the study. It's about this newly added imperial examination. Fifth brother, what do you think the emperor's intention is?"

Gu Ziyun stepped forward and was about to hug Gu Zilu, but the young man quietly stepped aside, avoiding Gu Ziyun's hand, and said, "Second brother, I'll put the things down first, and I'll go find you later, and we'll discuss this in detail."

It's always troublesome to carry so many things.

Gu Ziyun nodded considerately: "Okay, I'll wait for you."

After watching Gu Zilu leave, Gu Ziyun snorted coldly, "You are so pretentious. Holding you for a while longer will make you tired, huh?"

Thinking of this, she left shaking her head, mentally imagining that she would pass the imperial examination and be appreciated by the emperor, and that her wedding night would be praised by Minister Chen, which would be simply perfect.

"Old Five."

Gu Zixuan, who had been hiding nearby, came out and put his hand on Gu Zilu's shoulder.

The young man's calm face revealed a hint of joy when he saw Gu Zixuan.

Gu Zixuan frowned and stared at Gu Ziyun who was leaving, and said unhappily: "Don't keep following him, he has no good intentions."

He started paying attention to Gu Ziyun a few days ago. Today, he happened to hear the two of them talking, and they were talking about the emperor's intentions. Who knows if this person is up to something evil?

Moreover, when the fifth brother was away, Gu Ziyun's grades plummeted. After Gu Zilu came back, Gu Ziyun's talent and reputation also rose. Doesn't this prove a point?

His younger brother is the top judge in the county, the top judge!

It turns out that all those talented poems and songs belonged to Lao Wu!

Gu Zixuan's expression became more and more ugly. He felt that his brother must have been threatened by Gu Ziyun.

"If you have any grievances, just tell me and I will take care of it for you!"

Gu Zilu smiled.

There was a hint of brightness in the calmness, and the young man said calmly: "When will the eldest brother take action against the second brother?"

"?"

Gu Zixuan was stunned: "You know everything?"

"I can guess a little bit. Mu Yanluo is pregnant with my second brother's child, right? On the day of the engagement, she almost cried when she saw my second brother."

“…”

This kid is worthy of being the top case in the county. He has a really smart brain.

"Anyway, you don't have to worry about it. Just do your best in the exam. Among the three of us, you are the only one who is good at studying."

Gu Zixuan reflected on himself. He was not stupid, nor was he unable to learn. He just didn't like it. In fact, learning was not difficult for him. He could keep up with Mr. Zhuzhi's lessons and speak fluently. It's just that he just didn't like it. He always felt that he might not be cut out for it.

But, Lao Wu is the right material. Look at his eyesight and brainpower. Wow, it would be a waste of your talent if you don’t go to study.

"Well, I'm not worried. I just want to remind you, brother, to act as soon as possible. Otherwise, you may not have this opportunity."

After saying that, Gu Zilu waved his hand and left, leaving Gu Zixuan scratching his head in confusion.

What's the meaning?

Lao Wu, you are not going to kill people to silence them, are you?

He was startled, and subconsciously said to Gu Zilu's back: "Old Five, we can't do anything illegal!!"

Gu Zilu: “…”