Chapter 416
As soon as Lu Chao and the other two arrived at the door, they heard Qiao Jingru's proud words.
"Xiangxiang, did you hear that? Your sister-in-law trusts me so much. You should learn from her." Lu Chao turned back and said to Lu Xiang proudly.
Lu Xiang: “…”
As long as you are happy.
After Lu Chao finished speaking, he reached out and knocked on the door, then pushed it open and went in.
The moment Qiao Yuanan saw Lu Xiang, his eyes suddenly lit up and he quickly stood up to give Lu Xiang a seat.
Although he was very confident in his talent, there were tens of thousands of students in the Wei Dynasty, and he was able to stand out from them all thanks to the key points that Lu Xiang sent him and the examiners' preferences that he had learned about, so that he could cater to their preferences.
Lu Xiang even secretly told him what kind of articles the emperor liked.
"Xiangxiang, please sit down. Miss Six, please sit down." Qiao Yuanan was very kind to Lu Xiang and kept a polite distance when speaking to Lu Qiao.
Lu Qiao pursed her lips and smiled, not caring.
She is not as close to her eldest sister-in-law as her third sister, so she has no right to be unfair.
Lu Chao narrowed his eyes slightly and looked at the attentive Qiao Yuanan, wondering if this guy was planning on Lu Xiang.
After all, his third sister was beautiful and intelligent, and Qiao Yuanan had received her guidance and help, so it was not impossible for him to gradually fall in love with Lu Xiang.
Thinking about this, he leaned close to Qiao Jing's ear and whispered, "Qiao Qiao, is your second brother interested in Xiang Xiang?"
The warm breath sprayed on Qiao Jingru's ears, causing her heart to tremble violently. A blush crept up her ears. She blinked, suppressed the shyness and joy in her heart, and said, "Ah? No way, I haven't heard my second brother say that."
As soon as he finished speaking, a stool was suddenly forced between the two of them. Qiao Zeran sat between them carelessly, and Lu Chao was forced to move aside.
"What are you whispering about? Let Third Brother listen too."
"Third brother, there are so many seats, why are you squeezing in?" Qiao Jingru looked at Qiao Zeran speechlessly and said.
Qiao Zeran said seriously: "It's cool here."
The corner of Lu Chao's mouth twitched slightly. This is my legitimate wife, why are you making such a fuss as if you were guarding against thieves?
At this time, there was a commotion downstairs. A few people looked out the window and saw a group of imperial guards riding towards them. The leader was holding a scroll of imperial edict in his hand.
As the horses' hooves passed, the crowd that was originally crowded together automatically separated to both sides, allowing the Imperial Guards to march smoothly to the gate of the Imperial Examination Hall.
"Here I come."
Someone shouted excitedly and loudly.
The sound was like a drop of oil splashing into boiling water, causing the crowd, which had been quiet for a moment, to boil again.
"Oh, don't push me, don't push me."
"Ah...who stepped on my foot?"
Although the scene was chaotic, the students were all well-mannered and no one was accidentally injured.
In addition, the Imperial Guards were stationed on both sides of the Imperial Examination Hall, so those who were looking at the list in front of the door did not dare to be too presumptuous.
As soon as the imperial edict arrived, Lu Chao urged Wen Zhu to go down and show him the edict, while he himself leaned forward in front of the window, holding onto the windowsill nervously.
This has to do with whether he can take Qiao Qiao back to the Lu family today.
Qiao Zeran pursed his lips and patted Lu Chao's shoulder soothingly.
Even though he disliked Lu Chao, he still hoped that Lu Chao could get into high school. It was his sister's decision to choose him. If Lu Chao could have a good future, his sister would also be able to enjoy the good fortune.
I don't know if it was Qiao Zeran's comfort that made Lu Chao take off his strong disguise. He turned his head and looked at Qiao Zeran pitifully: "Third brother, you care about me, if I fail the exam, can you let me take Qiao Qiao home?"
Qiao Zeran placed his hand on Lu Chao's shoulder, wishing he could slap him out of the window.
This guy is the one who takes advantage of any opportunity to climb up the pole.
"You think too much. I don't feel sorry for you. I just want to pat the dust off your shoulders."
In front of the imperial edict, some were happy and some were worried. There were continuous voices announcing good news, and there was also an endless stream of students crying because they failed the exam.
After a cup of tea, Lu Chao felt a little anxious.
"Why hasn't Wenzhu come back yet?"
This kid must have run away because he was afraid of being scolded for failing the exam.
The crowded crowd gradually dispersed. Some had rosy faces and walked with a brisk pace, while others looked dejected and dispirited, like eggplants hit by frost.
"Don't look, just sit and wait." Qiao Jingru sensed Lu Chao's uneasiness and pulled him away from the window.
"I got it, I got it." Suddenly, Wen Zhu's shouting came from outside, and the next moment the door was slammed open by him: "Young Master got it, 76th place in the second class."
There was a moment of silence in the room, and then Lu Chao let out a shrill scream.
“Ahhhh, I won, I won, Qiao Qiao, did you hear that? I won.”
Lu Chao jumped up and down in the room like a monkey, and excitedly hugged Qiao Jingru and spun around. Qiao Jingru was shocked and embarrassed, and she didn't have the extra energy to be happy for Lu Chao.
"Someone, someone, please put me down."
Even though they were husband and wife, Qiao Jingru didn't have the nerve to let Lu Chao hug her calmly.
"This kid is great." Qiao Zeran said to Qiao Yuanan in surprise, his eyes full of admiration for Lu Chao, and then he walked forward with disdain to pull Qiao Jingru away: "Can you be more careful outside?"
Lu Chao's face flushed with excitement. He was not angry when Qiao Zeran interrupted him. He smiled and grabbed Qiao Zeran's hand, shaking it vigorously: "Third brother, congratulations to you."
Qiao Zeran: “…”
I don't think I've told you congratulations yet.
After Lu Chao finished speaking, he immediately let go of Qiao Zeran, ran to Qiao Yuanan and Lu Xiang, clasped his fists and bowed deeply: "Second brother, you have worked hard to help me with my studies these days. Thank you for your advice, third sister. I am where I am today, thanks to you."
Qiao Yuanan had seen many of Lu Chao's frivolous and dishonest behavior, so he was a little uncomfortable when he suddenly became so serious and polite.
"Ahem, you're welcome." Qiao Yuanan coughed lightly and said, then looked at him with a warning in his eyes: "Be good to Ru'er in the future. If you make her sad again, no matter who you are, my Qiao family will never let you off easily."
"Don't worry, second brother. I will never let Qiao Qiao down again."
"Taking a concubine is not an option either." Qiao Zeran said.
Lu Chao nodded without hesitation: "Yes, Third Brother, I will never take a concubine."
How abused was he, that after being cheated so badly and nearly losing his life, he still dared to think about a concubine?
Even if he never has a son, he will never touch another woman.
Lu Qiao smiled and congratulated Lu Chao: "Congratulations, Third Brother. I wish you a bright future."
"Hey, good boy." Lu Chao said happily, "Such a big happy event should be celebrated properly. Whatever you want to eat at noon, just order it. It's my treat."
"Don't go home until you're drunk." Qiao Zeran slapped the table and echoed.
Lu Xiang ordered Wen Zhu to return home and inform the old lady.
The old lady had been waiting for the whole morning and was already feeling anxious and uncomfortable.
"Madam, please be patient. We are far away from the Imperial Examination Hall and it will take time for us to come back and report the news." Mother Wen said with a smile.
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