Swords emerge from the human world

Chapter 79: The Emperor's Favor, the Grandfather's Generosity
The precious document fell, the incense stick went out—just in time.

“What good luck…”

All the elders thought the same thing.

Clan Chief Chen Shouqi glanced at the document and recognized its color and patterns as belonging to the sixth ancestor.

This makes perfect sense.

Regardless, Chen Jin's ancestral protection was a significant advantage, granting him a crucial stepping stone. From then on, he could freely enter and leave the ancestral land and access the first floor of the library to borrow various classic texts and notes.

However, he has not yet formally acknowledged his ancestry, so he is still not allowed to enter important places such as ancestral halls, but he is permitted to stay on the outskirts to burn incense.

Today's ancestral worship ceremony is now complete. The belongings have been moved out, and everyone has left.

When the news spread, the Chen clan members who were watching reacted in various ways. They were neither happy nor hateful; rather, they were filled with envy and jealousy.

That is, after all, a legacy from our ancestors!
Wearing it on your body can enhance your luck and destiny, and ward off evil spirits; it is like a treasure.

But what's done is done, there's nothing more to say. After the excitement, everyone scattered like birds and beasts, returning home to attend to their own affairs.

"Haha, well done! I thought you'd come back empty-handed, but you made it in the end!"

Chen Shounian was in a great mood and said happily.

He was under considerable pressure when he recommended Chen Jin despite opposition from others.

Pressure comes not only from the outside, but also from within.

The other families thought he was being foolish and acting impulsively; his own family members shared the same opinion.

You can never keep a bowl of water level.

If Chen Jin fails and misses out on the opportunity with Zu Yin, there will be even more opposition from the parliament.

Fortunately, he received the favor of his sixth ancestor at the last moment.

The sixth ancestor was the great-great-grandfather of the sixth branch of the family.

The difference between a small family and a larger family lies in the fact that, behind closed doors, the two families are always closer in terms of blood ties.

That's why people say "blood is thicker than water".

What greatly intrigued Chen Shounian was what kind of eulogy Chen Jin ultimately wrote.

However, after thinking it over, he did not ask.

"Grandpa, you're out."

Guo Ai greeted him with a smile, then gave Chen Jin a deep bow: "Congratulations, Young Master Chen, on achieving your wish."

Chen Jin returned the greeting: "I have not failed in my mission."

Chen Xuejie followed Guo Ai and first greeted Chen Shounian. Then he looked Chen Jin up and down and said, "So you are Chen Jin. It's better to meet you than to hear about you."

Chen Shounian immediately introduced Xuejie: ​​"Xuejie is a prodigy of our Chen family. After the New Year, he will set off for the capital to take the imperial examination."

Chen Xuejie said proudly, "If you, Chen Jin, pass the provincial examination this year, you will probably participate in the metropolitan examination next year as well."

Chen Jin replied, "That's exactly what I was thinking."

Chen Xuejie said calmly, "Then you'll have to work hard. I heard you've been taking the provincial examination for many years, and the provincial examination is even more difficult. I took it three times before I finally became a top scholar. It wasn't easy."

Chen Jin nodded slightly: "It is indeed not easy. I will try my best to pass the exam on the first try. After all, I am getting older and dare not waste any more time."

Chen Xuejie: ​​"..."

Feeling a tightness in his chest, feeling quite frustrated and unable to calm down, he bid farewell to Chen Shounian and then said to Guo Ai, "Sister Guo, I have recently written a few poems and would like to ask you for your comments."

Guo Ai quickly replied, "Young Master Jie, you're too kind."

Chen Xuejie glanced at Chen Jin again, then walked away. Watching his retreating figure, Chen Shounian suddenly laughed: "Chen Jin, what do you think of Xuejie?"

Chen Jin replied, "A young man who has achieved success is full of vigor and ambition; we should all be like that."

Upon hearing this, Chen Shounian was taken aback: "You really think so?"

Chen Jin calmly said, "I once heard a saying that 'one should become famous as early as possible,' and there's nothing wrong with that."

Chen Shounian stroked his beard: "Xuejie became famous at a young age and was showered with love and affection, so it's inevitable that he'll be a bit arrogant. But his character is not bad. His unusual behavior just now was probably because he wanted to show off in front of Ai'er."

Chen Jin said, "I understand. It's normal for young people to be attracted to each other. It's like a peacock spreading its tail feathers, wanting to show off its advantages and outshine others."

Guo Ai glanced at her maternal grandfather, then glared at Chen Jin with wide almond-shaped eyes: "Is it polite for you to discuss these things in front of me? Especially you, Young Master Chen Jin, your tone is like that of an elder to me, humph, it's too inappropriate."

After saying that, he stormed off.

Chen Jin blinked: "Sixth Uncle, did I say something wrong?"

Chen Shounian smiled and said, "You're right, sometimes you're just too old-fashioned and not likable."

Chen Jin sighed, "Time waits for no one, and I'm not young anymore."

Next, Chen Shounian took him home for tea. He carefully explained the rules and precautions for entering and leaving the ancestral land, and introduced the library.

These were all very important pieces of information, and Chen Jin listened attentively, not missing a single detail.

Chen Shounian greatly appreciated his humble attitude towards learning, and instructed him: "The books and notes on the first floor of the library contain many of the painstaking works and experiential insights of previous scholars. However, there are too many books in the collection, so you must not be overwhelmed by the choices. You should focus on what you can read. I will give you a list of books, and you can read as many as you can."

At this point, he sighed and said, "Unfortunately, there are only two or three months left until the provincial examination, and the library is only open for a fixed amount of time each day, from morning to afternoon, for about three hours in total. With so little time, how effective will it be to cram at the last minute? It all depends on how you study."

Chen Jin said, "I can't wait."

Before long, someone delivered a waist tag, which was carved from the branches of an old locust tree outside the ancestral hall. The carving was exquisite, with basic information about Chen Jin engraved on the front and a unique flag pattern on the back.

It is the design of the clan emblem of the Chen family of Gaozhou.

Upon closer inspection, the waist tag exuded a faint spiritual aura and divinity, suggesting that the two thousand-year-old locust trees were no ordinary trees either.

This is understandable, given that it has been around for so many years and has a superior geographical location, so it can receive some of the incense offerings and prayers during sacrificial rites.

Chen Shounian added, "Since you practice martial arts and cultivate your skills, ordinary food will certainly not be enough to satisfy you. I will have someone send you a hundred catties of wild boar meat, as well as other medicinal herbs, food, and other necessities. I will send more after you have finished eating."

This is truly extravagant and lavish.

Chen Jin was moved and stood up: "Thank you, Sixth Uncle."

Chen Shounian laughed and said, "You have passed all the tests, which is what you deserve. I really hope that you can pass the imperial examination and make a name for yourself. It would also make me proud. This is my selfish wish."

Chen Jin bowed respectfully and said, "I will do my utmost."

Chen Shounian waved his hand: "Everyone must be tired today, you should go back and rest."

"it is good."

Chen Jin took his leave and went out into the courtyard. There he saw Chen Hesheng leaning against a bamboo tree, looking at him with a resentful gaze: "Chen Jin, we hit it off immediately. I consider you a confidant, which is why I discussed poetry with you. Why did you compose two lines of poetry to humiliate me? Fine, but you won't finish it. I haven't been able to eat or drink for the past two days, constantly thinking about completing it. Today, no matter what, you have to finish it for me. You can't leave it unfinished and become a eunuch!"

Chen Jin: "..."

Fortunately, Guo Ai appeared and called out in a clear voice, "Second Uncle, Grandpa wants you to come in for tea."

Upon hearing this, Chen Hesheng immediately lowered his head and said weakly, "Coming."

Chen Jin breathed a sigh of relief and said to the girl, "Thank you, Miss Guo, for getting me out of that predicament."

Guo Ai gave him a mischievous smile: "I don't want you to become a eunuch either..."

　Thank you "Dragon's Love" 10188 for the good fortune!
　　This is a true die-hard fan of twenty years; the Southern Dynasty should be ashamed.

　　
　
(End of this chapter)