Chapter 41 Promotion
Song Yuning did not go on the Qingming Festival outing this time.
Xu didn't want Song Yuning to go in the first place, so she was very satisfied with Song Yuning's well-behaved behavior and agreed to let her stay at home.
It was a rare day off, so Song Yuning stayed at home embroidering all day long. It was not until the evening, when her sixth sister Yuwan and the others came back from an outing, that Song Yuning stepped out of the room.
The three sisters came together to find Song Yuning.
"You just came back. Aren't you tired? Why are you coming to my place instead of going back to rest?" Song Yuning asked with some confusion.
Tenth sister Song Yuyao raised a letter in her hand and said proudly, "Of course we have something to ask you! Tell the truth, when did you become so close to cousin Xu Hui?
"You weren't feeling well today and didn't go outing. Cousin Xu Hui asked us to bring you a letter." After saying that, she handed the letter to Song Yuning.
Song Yuwan and Song Yurou also had playful expressions on their faces, hoping to see Song Yuning blush shyly. However, to their disappointment, Song Yuning remained calm and collected as usual, without any reaction.
Song Yuning looked at the letter and couldn't help but sigh: "You received this letter. I'm afraid I'll have to trouble you to send it back later."
"Why send it back?" Song Yuyao asked in surprise.
"Why do you think I didn't go to the outing today? The reason I didn't go was actually to avoid my cousin Xu Hui.
"My mother had warned me before that, given my status, there was no way Cousin Xu Hui would marry me. I didn't go to the outing to reassure her and show her that I had no improper thoughts about Cousin Xu Hui," Song Yuning explained helplessly.
The three sisters looked at each other and no one spoke.
"After all, she still thinks our status is not noble enough." Song Yuwan curled her lips, a hint of dissatisfaction on her face and resentment in her eyes.
Song Yuning remained silent, while Song Yuyao looked at the letter in her hand with tears in her eyes, muttering to herself, "My good intentions really ended up in a bad way this time. I have to send it back to you."
Song Yuning forced a smile, but it didn't reach her eyes. "After all, her status is there. She's a lady from a wealthy family, so it's normal for her to look down on us. Tenth sister, please make the trip."
The three of them did not stay here for long and left soon. Song Yuwan did not return to her own courtyard, but went to Aunt Lin's place.
"I met Lu Zhixing today. He said he had met my father twice. Based on the situation in the court, he suggested that my father lead troops to suppress the bandits." Song Yuwan said to Aunt Lin.
Aunt Lin nodded gently, then said to Song Yuwan gently, "I have heard about this from your brother. Your father was a military commander, and now that there are no wars, the status of military commanders has long been reduced.
Asking your father to fight the bandits was actually in the hope that he could achieve some small achievements. Your father has been eager to be promoted in his position for many years, but has never been able to do so.
Now that he finally has such an opportunity, he naturally won't miss it.
Moreover, if he can achieve even a little success, he will definitely be promoted for the sake of the Fifth Prince. By then, your father will definitely trust and rely on Lu Zhixing even more."
Military generals, especially those like Song Hongzhi who want to be promoted but don't have the brains to do so, most need an aide who can understand the affairs of the court.
It now seems that Lu Zhixing is a smart and ambitious person. As long as Song Hongzhi is willing to obey him, he will definitely be promoted in the future.
Although Song Hongzhi loves to play with women, his martial arts skills are not bad, otherwise he would not have reached this level.
Song Yuwan nodded silently in understanding, a hint of worry on her face. She said softly, "I ran into Madam Lu again today. Although she didn't see us this time, I'm worried that grandma will mention the previous matter again."
Aunt Lin patted Song Yuwan's hand comfortingly and said, "Don't worry, your brother and Lu Zhixing will take part in the Spring Examination in a few days.
I'll have your brother tell him to come to our house and ask for marriage as soon as the results are announced. That way, we can avoid any further complications."
Song Yuwan couldn't help feeling a little shy, and nodded with a blushing face.
Time passed quickly, and in the blink of an eye it was time for the Spring Examination.
Aunt Lin also gave Lu Zhixing a set of exam-related items in accordance with Song Chengxu's specifications.
Lu Zhixing accepted the gift with tears of gratitude and said that he would work hard to pass the exam. In this way, Lu Zhixing and Song Chengxu walked into the examination room together.
A few days after the Spring Examination, Song Hongzhi successfully completed the mission of leading his army to wipe out the bandits and returned triumphantly.
These bandit dens are large in scale and have been entrenched in the area for more than ten years.
However, when Song Hongzhi went there, he brought a large number of soldiers with him. He easily surrounded and wiped out the thieves' den and confiscated a lot of gold, silver and treasures.
These properties were escorted back safely and then handed over to the court in full.
Song Hongzhi is now the father of the fifth prince's concubine, so naturally there are many people who flatter him. Many censors in the court have submitted memorials praising Song Hongzhi's achievements this time.
The emperor also believed that Song Hongzhi's bandit suppression operation was very successful, so he appointed him as the second-rank Right Guard General the next day.
Song Hongzhi was ecstatic about his promotion. He became very high-spirited and drank and had fun with the officials who came to congratulate him. He was really happy for several days.
Just when Song Hongzhi was feeling proud of himself, an exciting piece of news came.
Song Chengxu and Lu Zhixing both passed the imperial examination! This good news was undoubtedly the icing on the cake, filling the Song family with laughter and joy.
"Father, Brother Lu has also passed the imperial examination, and he said he will come tomorrow and asks to see you." Song Chengxu said to Song Hongzhi.
He was promoted and Song Chengxu passed the imperial examination, which made him very happy.
When Song Hongzhi heard that Lu Zhixing was coming, he waved his hand and immediately said, "I have to thank him for this matter. Let him come. I will prepare good wine and delicious food to entertain him."
Song Hongzhi still valued Lu Zhixing very much, so he turned down today's banquet and specially entertained him.
As soon as Lu Zhixing entered, Song Hongzhi stood up and laughed heartily, saying, "I heard that my nephew Lu also passed the imperial examination. I knew that with your talent, you would definitely pass."
Lu Zhixing quickly bowed and said sincerely, "I would also like to thank Master Song for his support."
Song Hongzhi laughed heartily and quickly stepped forward to help Lu Zhixing up. He said affectionately, "Nephew Lu, what are you talking about? You are so talented. Even without me, you will definitely be able to pass the exam! Please take a seat."
After Lu Zhixing thanked him, he sat in the guest seat as he was told.
Song Hongzhi looked at the promising young man in front of him with admiration in his eyes. He was also very fond of Lu Zhixing.
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