Red Mansion, Ningfu Scholarly Family

Chapter 277 Exploring the Flower
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"First place in the first class: Zhou Yanru."

Behind Jia Rong, Zhou Yanru, who ranked second in the examination, was so excited that his lips trembled with excitement.

No. !

He actually won the top prize.

Even he thought that Jia Rong, who had won the first place in the provincial examinations and the second place in the imperial examinations, would be the first in the country to win the third place in the imperial examinations.

I didn't expect that I would be able to defeat Jia Rong.

"Zhou Yanru, get out of the line and kneel down immediately." The Minister of Rites reminded him in a low voice.

Zhou Yanru then, with excitement in his heart, led the class to the left of the imperial road according to what he had learned this morning.

To be honest, Jia Rong felt a little disappointed.

His essay for the palace examination was a carefully crafted piece written after careful analysis, which not only satisfied Li Minzhi but also allowed Emperor Anping to see his enterprising spirit.

You know, it is not easy to satisfy both parties.

At the same time, doing so inevitably made both of them feel that Jia Rong had shortcomings.

Or perhaps, this is an inevitable result.

Nothing is perfect.

"First Class, Second Place: Zhao Wende."

Behind him, Zhao Wende immediately jumped up in surprise, hurried out of the class and knelt slightly to the right of the imperial road.

Jia Rong: “…”

Although he was not the second place, Jia Rong was not too worried.

After all, he was the champion.

The confidence lies in this.

Even if he didn't get the first place, he couldn't be too bad, and he basically wouldn't fall out of the top 10. Otherwise, not to mention others, even Jia Jing would be furious.

What? Are you all bullying my eldest grandson?

Even if you are the emperor, I will let you see how powerful I am.

"The third place in the first class is Jia Rong!"

so far so good.

Although Jia Rong had been comforting himself, he was still a little nervous. He had failed so badly in the imperial examination and it was too embarrassing.

Of course, there would be absolutely no problem in winning the third place, after all, I am too young and good-looking.

Zhou Yanru and Zhao Wende, one is in his forties with a big beard, and the other is in his sixties with a white beard. They can't possibly become the third place in the imperial examination.

Jia Jing, who was standing in front of the civil servant, also smiled.

Although it’s not as glorious as passing the imperial examinations, it’s okay.

You can't force perfection in everything.

With him paving the way ahead, the difference between the top scorer and the third place scorer is actually not that big.

Lin Ruhai, who had just joined the Ministry of Rites as Right Vice Minister, smiled and stroked his beard.

Not bad.

Tanhualang.

It has the style of my past.

The announcement of names was still going on, but the ones later on were much faster and there was no need to step out and kneel in line. Jia Rong listened carefully and saw that Xie Jiwen was ranked 51st in the second class.

OK.

It was easy to enter the Six Ministries and Censorates.

Anyway, because of his father's relationship, he can't enter the Hanlin Academy, so there is no need to fight for those few places for the title of Shujishi.

As for Ye Mengshu, he was in a miserable situation, having only improved by one place.

second last.

But in a sense, Ye Mengshu has improved, while I have regressed.

After the announcing officer called out the names, the new scholars knelt and saluted, and then they left the palace in a grand procession, with the imperial edict in front and everyone following behind.

Across the street.

This is the honor that belongs to the newly-minted Jinshi.

Zhou Yanru stood in front with a rosy face, looking as if he was several decades younger and had returned to his teenage years.

The sixty-year-old man following behind held his head high and chest out, and he felt that his hair had become a lot darker.

The spring breeze is proud of the horse's hoof disease.

Only Jia Rong could remain calm in the face of praise or criticism, mainly because he did not become the top scholar. He felt a little regretful and could not be happy.

The main street leading to the palace gate was packed with people.

"Look, that husband is so young."

"Isn't he Young Master Rong? Why isn't he the top scholar?"

"Wow, my eldest son is not the top scholar. That damn old man only studied for a few decades longer. How could he be ahead of my eldest son?" "Yes, the old man is very bad!"

"Tanhua Jia, please take my embroidered bouquet!"

Jia Rong was hit on the head by something thrown at him when he wasn't paying attention. He looked down and saw that it was an exquisitely crafted hydrangea.

so far so good.

Jia Rong breathed a sigh of relief.

Why is no one doing anything? If a stone were thrown here, the most filial, youngest and most handsome scholar in the imperial examination would have died.

“Hit it!”

"I hit the top scholar!"

Suddenly, a bunch of things flew towards Jia Rong.

Jia Rong: “…”

The officer from the Five Cities Army who was in charge of escorting Jia Rong was sweating profusely as he helped to block the way: "Ladies and gentlemen, please don't lose it..."

Oh, where is your modesty?

The modesty of a rich lady!
I, a crude person, can’t bear to watch this!
However, his voice was quickly drowned out.

It's a rare opportunity to go out and relax in broad daylight, and my family doesn't care, so I have to have fun, right?

"Shunzhi!"

Jia Rong seemed to hear a familiar voice and quickly turned his head to look.

I saw a pretty girl in a white silk dress throwing a red hydrangea towards me.

Jia Rong looked at the appearance that was somewhat familiar yet somewhat unfamiliar, and sighed inwardly.

It was the first time he saw Ye Qianjin wearing a skirt.

very beautiful.

but……

He was a little afraid to catch the ball.

If things go as expected, Jia Jinglin Ruhai will be following behind, and even Ye Xiang will be watching from behind.

Unfortunately, things went against one's wishes. The hydrangea fell directly into Jia Rong's arms as if it had eyes.

Ye Lian, who was not far away, suddenly smiled and warned Jia Rong with her eyes: If you dare to get lost, I will go to your house to find you.

Earlier, Zhou Yanru felt that half of his glory as the top scholar was taken away by Jia Rong, and he was very depressed.

I'm only forty, isn't that good?
Also a young talent!

Can you look at me!

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After the ceremony of announcing the names of the emperor's successors, Emperor Anping returned to the Yangxin Palace and spoke a few words to a few cabinet ministers before they dispersed.

Jia Jing hurried out of the palace and took a carriage to catch up with the team crossing the street in front, and Lin Ruhai happened to be following.

"How is it? The eldest grandson I taught?" Jia Jing looked at Lin Ruhai and smiled slightly.

Lin Ruhai said: "He has surpassed his teacher and will surely be a pillar of society in the future, but..."

Jia Jing: "What?"

Lin Ruhai looked at what Jia Rong was holding and said expressionlessly, "You have too much luck with women."

He knew about Baoqin's affairs.

I don't intend to care too much.

After all, she is just a businessman's daughter.

But you still dare to collect things randomly...

Are you planning to have three wives and four concubines?
Seeing that Lin Ruhai was not very happy, Jia Jing patted Lin Ruhai on the shoulder and said with a smile: "Is this worth your worry? Can you let Miss Lin suffer any loss in our family?"

Lin Ruhai hurriedly explained: "Lord, that's not what I meant..."

"I understand." Jia Jing said with a smile, "How can I not give you an explanation? I will make the decision when the time comes. If Miss Lin gives birth to two sons, one will be adopted by her and given the surname Lin."

Jia Jing said very generously.

There was no way. This eldest grandson was too useless. He got too proud of himself and was caught by his father-in-law.

Lin Ruhai's eyes suddenly lit up.

I immediately forgot the previous unhappiness.

If a man doesn't have three wives and four concubines, isn't he a waste?
"Is this true?"

"Don't you dare tease me!"

Jia Jing said seriously, "Do you think what I said is a joke?"

Lin Ruhai was excited and hurriedly smiled and said, "No, no, Mr. Jia's words are as good as gold. I admire you."

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(End of this chapter)