Red Mansion: After being expelled from the family, I was granted the title of Marquis of Mobei

Chapter 87 Release of List
The onlookers were shocked after hearing this, and then a group of wealthy businessmen from Shendu surrounded them.

There is no way, one is the Tanhua, one is the Chuanlu, half of the four most valuable people in this imperial examination are here.

Seeing a group of people surrounding him, Sheng Changbai suddenly felt something was wrong.

Needless to say, these people must be the ones who are looking for a son-in-law under the list, which is also an interesting thing about the announcement of the imperial examination results.

Whenever the imperial examination results were announced, a large number of wealthy businessmen in Shendu would gather at the Imperial Examination Hall to select the students who had passed the exam.

Many students who are not ranked high in high schools and have average family backgrounds would consider marrying a beautiful wife from a wealthy family in the capital.

After all, living in the capital is not easy.

Passing the imperial examination does not mean you can rest easy in the future.

After passing the imperial examination, the top Jinshi in the first and second classes would generally enter the Hanlin Academy to serve. Their future would naturally be promising, so the Hanlin Academy was also known as the place where prime ministers would be stored.

As for the Jinshi who ranked lower in the second class and the Jinshi who were granted the title of "Tong", most of them ended up working in the six ministries and learning about government affairs.

It's like an internship for newcomers.

After the internship period, these Jinshi who have connections can seek a good external position.

Those who have no connections will basically be sent to some remote and cold places, and will hardly have the chance to return to the capital in their lifetime.

Therefore, for the sake of future development, many Jinshi who ranked lower would choose to marry a wife from a wealthy family.

This will help you in future activities.

As for those who ranked at the top of the first and second classes, they were naturally not within the reach of these wealthy businessmen. They were the targets of marriage alliances by officials of the third rank and above in the capital of God.

However, this does not prevent wealthy businessmen from joining in. What if they are really lucky and a top scholar is willing to marry their daughter in exchange for a dowry of hundreds of thousands of taels of silver? Wouldn't they make a fortune then? This is better than any investment.

Just when Sheng Changbai was in a hurry to deal with the wealthy businessman, a team of personal soldiers rushed over and dispersed the wealthy businessmen who surrounded Sheng Changbai and others without saying a word. Then they protected Sheng Changbai and the blue-shirted students and brought them to the periphery.

Seeing this, the wealthy businessmen who were watching did not dare to chase him anymore. After all, some sharp-eyed people had already recognized Sheng Changbai's identity and knew that he was the brother-in-law of the Marquis of Guanjun. These wealthy businessmen knew that they had no chance of success, so they did not continue to follow him, but looked for new targets.

After Sheng Changbai and others arrived at Jia Jue's carriage outside, Jia Jue and Sheng Minglan got off the carriage.

The blue-shirted student expressed gratitude and bowed to Sheng Changbai and Jia Jue before speaking.

"Thank you two brothers for helping me out."

It turned out that it was Sheng Changbai who had asked his personal guards to escort the blue-shirted student out.

After all, the blue-shirted student was of the same year as Sheng Changbai, and was the third in the first class. Needless to say, he and Sheng Changbai would be colleagues in the Hanlin Academy in the future, so Sheng Changbai lent a helping hand to the blue-shirted student.

However, at this moment, Jia Jue looked at the blue-shirted student with a hint of surprise in his eyes, and then asked calmly.

"Changbai, who is this?"

Sheng Changbai smiled and said.

"My Lord, this fellow student is the third-place winner of the first-class imperial examination. I just took a look. Brother Ouyang, right?"

The blue-shirted student nodded and said.

"I am Ouyang Xu, I have met Brother Shengnian, and I have met Lord Marquis, Lord Marquis, etc. Could it be that Lord Champion is here in person?"

At this time, Ouyang Xu also remembered that he still remembered that he had witnessed a grand wedding on Zhuque Street in the capital. The two parties to the wedding were the Guanjun Marquis Mansion and the Sheng family.

The Sheng Changbai in front of him also happened to have the surname Sheng, and Jia Jue was so young.

Thinking of this, Ouyang Xu couldn't help but feel tempted. Marquis of Guanjun, he actually had the chance to interact with such a big shot. It seemed that today was really his lucky day. Not only did he pass the imperial examination, but he also made friends with such a powerful person.

After seeing Ouyang Xu like this, Jia Jue also revealed a meaningful smile.

Emperor Yongping had previously arranged for Jia Jue to remember to get a copy of the Night Banquet Picture from Yang Zhiyuan when he passed through Yuhang on his way south.

At that time, Jia Jue felt that the more he watched, the more it resembled the plot of Meng Hualu.

Now seeing the living Ouyang Xu appear in front of him, Jia Jue couldn't help but feel a little bit of anticipation.

It seems that this trip south, I can not only get my business done, but also meet a beautiful lady in Qiantang.

Apart from anything else, Zhao Pan'er is indeed good-looking, hehe.

As for people like Ouyang Xu, Jia Jue naturally had no great interest in them.

In fact, it is not surprising at all that Ouyang Xu chose to abandon Zhao Pan'er.

After all, Zhao Pan'er was born into a poor family. Although her innocence was not lost, Ouyang Xu's marriage to her was equivalent to leaving a handle on her.

Once Zhao Pan'er's identity is exposed, Ouyang Xu's career will inevitably come to an end.

But Ouyang Xu’s bad thing is that he is ungrateful.

If it weren't for Zhao Pan'er, Ouyang Xu would have died of hunger and cold long ago. Now the grass on his grave is three feet high, and there is no trace of bones left.

Not to mention being able to pass the imperial examination and become the top scholar.

Anyone in this world has the qualifications to despise Zhao Pan'er's identity, except Ouyang Xu, because Zhao Pan'er is his savior.

Therefore, Jia Jue was too lazy to pay attention to such a heartless person like Ouyang Xu. He just nodded lightly and said.

"Mr. Ouyang, there's no need to be so polite. Changbai, our family is still waiting. Let's go back quickly."

Sheng Changbai nodded slightly and said.

"Okay, then Brother Ouyang, I'll take my leave now."

Ouyang Xu said after bowing respectfully.

"My Lord, take care. Brother Shengnian, take care."

After watching Jia Jue and his group get on the carriage and leave, Ouyang Xu felt a little moved.

I wish I could be like the Marquis of Guanjun one day, with a high-ranking official position, a fine horse to ride, and a beautiful wife and concubines.

Just as Ouyang Xu was looking forward to a better life in the future, a middle-aged man dressed as a butler came up to him, bowed and said.

"May I ask if this is Mr. Ouyang, the third place winner of this imperial examination, who is here in person?"

Seeing that the man was dressed like a steward of a powerful family, Ouyang Xu did not dare to be arrogant. He returned the greeting and said.

"It is I who am most incompetent, and I would like to ask who you are."

The man waved his hand and said.

"I don't deserve the title of Young Master. My surname is Gao, and I am the housekeeper of Lord Gao Hu, the Deputy Commander-in-Chief of the Infantry and the Deputy Governor of Guangji Street. The Noble Consort Gao in the palace is my master's biological sister."

Ouyang Xu couldn't help but stand in awe when he heard this. Needless to say, they were royal relatives, people he couldn't afford to offend.

Ouyang Xu hurriedly said humbly.

"So you are here at Lord Gao's residence. I'm so sorry, but I wonder what the Lord Gao wants to talk to me about."

The senior executive smiled and said.

"My master loves young talents the most. When he heard that Mr. Ouyang was ranked third in the imperial examination, he sent me to deliver a gift of one thousand taels, plus a three-story house in East City as a token of his appreciation."

"Also, my master is hosting a banquet at home tonight. Mr. Ouyang, please be sure to come and enjoy it."

Ouyang Xu said after a moment of thought.

"This, without merit, I shall not accept the reward. I am truly ashamed to accept it."

The senior executive chuckled and said.

"Mr. Ouyang, there's no need to be so. It's common for my master to support young talents. There's no need to worry."

"This is an invitation. My master is waiting for you, Master Ouyang, at home tonight. I will take my leave now."

After handing the banknote deed and invitation to Ouyang Xu, the senior family member left.

At this time, Ouyang Xu was also very excited. What happened to him today? Good things happened one after another.

Ouyang Xu hurriedly left the Imperial Examination Hall and began to prepare gifts for the evening banquet at Gao's house.

Let’s talk about Jia Jue and Sheng Changbai. On the way back to the Sheng family, Jia Jue and Sheng Changbai rode in the same carriage, while Sheng Minglan rode in the same carriage with her sisters.

In the carriage, Sheng Changbai and Jia Jue were chatting.

Sheng Changbai hesitated for a moment, then looked at Jia Jue and said, "My Lord, you seem to be somewhat disdainful of Brother Ouyang. Why is that?"

Jia Jue said after smiling calmly.

"Changbai, you, I know I can't hide it from you."

"Yes, I don't like this person very much."

Sheng Changbai said with some doubt.

"Why is that? You are only meeting him for the first time."

Jia Jue said calmly.

"Because this person is too shallow. His face is full of the words 'I want to work hard to climb the ladder' and he is full of scheming."

"When he met me just now, he was so servile and subservient. He had absolutely no trace of the integrity of a scholar. The words 'neither humble nor arrogant' have anything to do with him."

"Those who flatter their superiors will inevitably bully their subordinates. This person has a problem with his character."

Sheng Changbai recalled what happened and said.

"I didn't pay attention to this just now, but now that you mention it, it really is like that."

Jia Jue waved his hand and said.

"You're just too happy to think about it. Anyway, it's best not to open up to this person."

"Okay, let's not talk about him anymore. Your parents-in-law must be very happy that you passed the imperial examination. I guess they've already decorated their house with lanterns and are preparing for a grand celebration."

Sheng Changbai smiled and said.

"Don't tell me, my mother is definitely capable of doing such a thing."

The two chatted idly and unknowingly arrived at the door of the Sheng family.

After a group of people got off the carriage, Sheng Hong and his wife were waiting at the door.

When they saw Sheng Changbai, the joy on their faces was beyond words.

Wang Ruofu came forward happily and said.

"Well, Bai'er, you really made your mother proud this time."

Sheng Hong also said with a smile.

"Changbai, you have brought honor to our Sheng family."

"My dear son-in-law, you have worked hard to protect Changbai. I have finally lived up to your kindness."

Jia Jue said with a calm smile.

"Father-in-law, you are too kind."

"Come on, let's go inside and talk."

Wang Ruofu nodded and said.

"Yes, yes, I'm so happy I'm beside myself. Come on, come in, I've already arranged the kitchen. Today we're having a big banquet to celebrate Changbai's success in high school."

Not long after, Jia Jue and others arrived at Weiruixuan.

After the whole family had a delicious meal together, most of them were about 70% to 80% drunk.

Wang Ruofu also waved her hand and gave the maids and servants half a day off, and gave each of them one or two taels of silver as a wedding gift.

Except for the doorman and guards, most of the servants of the Sheng family went out of the house to go shopping happily.

In Mu Cang Zhai, Sheng Minglan was talking with Sheng Hualan at this time.

Sheng Hualan looked at Sheng Minglan and said shyly.

"Minglan, this, this is suitable. You really want me to stay here."

Sheng Minglan hurriedly spoke upon seeing this.

"Big sister, today is a rare opportunity. My husband, father, and second brother drank a lot of wine and are a little drunk."

"The maids and servants in the mansion have also been given a holiday by the Madam."

"After passing this village, there is no such shop."

"Just wait patiently in Mu Cang Zhai. I'll take care of Sister Zhuang and won't let her delay anything."

"My husband is leaving Beijing soon. After today, I don't know when I'll be able to find another opportunity."

Seeing Sheng Minglan's anxious look, Sheng Hualan had no choice but to nod.

Then Sheng Minglan left Mucangzhai to take care of her niece Zhuang Jie'er.

About two quarters of an hour later, Jia Jue came to Mucangzhai leisurely.

Mucangzhai was Sheng Minglan's residence in the Sheng family before she got married.

After Sheng Minglan got married, Sheng Hong asked Wang Ruofu to keep Mucangzhai in its original state and clean it regularly so that Sheng Minglan could stay here conveniently when she came back to visit her parents.

After the banquet, Jia Jue naturally moved into Mucangzhai.

After Jia Jue walked into Mucangzhai, he shouted with a smile.

"Minglan, Minglan."

Jia Jue was also a little excited at this time.

Seeing his good friend and brother-in-law pass the imperial examination today, Jia Jue was very happy, so today Jia Jue drank happily with Sheng Hong and Sheng Changbai, and made them both drunk.

Although Jia Jue has an extraordinary alcohol tolerance, as the saying goes, wine is the medium of sex.

After a hearty drink, Jia Jue also became interested.

However, after Jia Jue called out twice, Sheng Minglan did not agree.

After Jia Jue walked into the room curiously, he looked at his aunt sitting on the bed and couldn't help but be stunned.

"Big sister, you, what are you doing?"

At this time, Sheng Hualan's face was blushing and she spoke very timidly.

"Yes, Minglan asked me to wait for the Marquis here."

Jia Jue said in surprise after hearing this.

"What the hell is going on here?"

Sheng Hualan shyly told Jia Jue all of Sheng Minglan's concerns, and then said with her head down.

"That's exactly what happened. My Lord, you don't have to worry about what Minglan will think from now on."

After understanding the whole story, Jia Jue didn't know what to say for a moment.

Could this be considered a blessing in disguise? Originally, I was planning to have an underground conversation with my beautiful aunt.

Unexpectedly, his wife was still worried about losing favor, so she pulled him, her aunt, to join the team.

After asking about the situation, Jia Jue no longer had any worries. Then Jia Jue gently lifted Sheng Hualan's chin in front of him, looked at his gentle aunt and said with a smile.

"Big sister, as the saying goes, a drop of kindness should be repaid with a spring. What do you think?"

Sheng Hualan said with a blushing face.

"My Lord, please stop teasing me."

"In my heart, I have long been the Marquis's."

Hearing this, Jia Jue gently kissed Sheng Hualan's cherry lips.

Soon, the two of them were in spiritual and physical union, and they were in love with each other.

(PS: Due to the supreme power of the great god Hexie, ten chapters are omitted here. You can fill in the blanks yourself.)
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