This small episode did not affect the atmosphere of Lu Ming Banquet, and Suo Shengxuan did not come to see Xue Qing again, and the young men from Xiliang were excited to eat and drink in their seats... It did not seem to affect their mood.
There Xue Qing and the candidates from Chang'an Prefecture went to toast the chief examiner together.
Because there are many people, the etiquette officials arranged the same arrangements with candidates from the prefecture, and the examiner also stopped taking a brief taste. Otherwise, even if so many people have a good alcohol tolerance, they will be drunk.
The chief examiner Jiang Xian and the deputy chief examiner Qian Mo talked with everyone for a moment. There were too many people and I couldn't remember it. The candidates were not real articles for the imperial examination, and it was unknown whether they could win fame in the future. So the brief discussion was stopped, but Xue Qing was different.
"Are you studying under Mr. Qingxia?" Jiang Xian stroked his beautiful beard, "It's really awesome for young people."
Qian Mo turned around and invited Mr. Qingxia, who stood up and greeted her.
Jiang Xian just uttered a few classics casually, and Xue Qing answered like a stream.
Zhang Shuangtong, who was standing behind, exhaled and muttered lightly.
Pang An whispered: "What's the risk?"
Zhang Shuangtong whispered: "I was going to say just now that I was also a student of Mr. Qingxia... This chief examiner actually had to take the article exam, but fortunately I didn't say it."
Pang An couldn't help laughing, and everyone from front to back to left and right looked over. Pang An blushed and lowered his head, and his shoulders couldn't help but thrust.
Xue Qing's answer earlier made the two examiners very satisfied and even surprised.
"It's okay to have a good imperial examination at this level. Why do you have to come to the gentleman to try it? What a pity." Qian Mo blurted out.
A gentleman cannot compare with the normal imperial examination. It is a bit of a joke for scholars in the court and the world. Even if he passes the Jinshi in the future, he will definitely be lower than others' backgrounds.
But now it is on the gentleman's test, and it is a bit inappropriate to say this. Jiang Xian coughed lightly and reminded Qian Mo smiled and said nothing more. Although these gentleman's test candidates do not read well in articles, classics, classics, calligraphy, painting, etc. can also gather fame.
There were candidates from other state prefectures waiting behind. Jiang Xian finished the conversation and said, "Everything is inferior, but you are very good at studying. You are right. I hope you will achieve good results in the next exam." He also said, "You can come to Beijing next year and see me."
This is considered to have recognized the disciple and can enter the house.
Xue Qing hurriedly bowed: "Thank you, teacher."
Mr. Qingxia said: "Mr. Jiang, Mr. Qian, is a talented young man. At 20 o'clock, I went to Hanlin. I would like to ask them for advice."
Xue Qing responded to the yes.
Jiang Xian and Qian Mo smiled and said, "With Mr. Qingxia here, we are offering our best."
After joking, Xue Qing took his leave and wanted to return to his seat with the candidates from Chang'an Prefecture. The candidates of other prefectures who were waiting on the other side were about to step forward. Jiang Xian suddenly raised his hand and said, "Yan Zi."
Yi, Yanzi... This kind of name is only available to an acquaintance.
The candidates from Chang'an Prefecture looked at Pei Yanzi in surprise. Do Pei Yanzi and Jiang Xian know each other?
Pei Yanzi's expression was still calm. He turned around and looked over to salute, but did not step forward.
Jiang Xian didn't say anything, and waved his hand.
Pei Yanzi continued to step, and the candidates in Chang'an Prefecture came to their senses and followed. Zhang Shuangtong stared at Pei Yanzi and said, "I didn't see that you actually recognized the exam. Pei Yanzi, you are so good at pretending... I finally got scary. Why don't you tell me if you know the exam?"
Pei Yanzi said: "What's the point? I'm here to take the exam."
Pang An said: "The chief examiner, I will take care of you after saying so much." Or you can also tell the people of Xiliang to have a lawsuit.
Pei Yanzi said: "Am I someone who needs to be taken care of?"
Uh...Pang An choked, and Zhang Shuangtong sneered: "Why don't you take the top spot if you don't need it?"
Pei Yanzi said: "Do I need to take the top spot?"
Zhang Shuangtong glared and turned to look at Xue Qing: "Sanshilang, he looks down on you."
Xue Qing smiled and said, "It's okay, I'll just look down on him."
The teenagers couldn't help laughing, and Zhang Shuangtong shook his head helplessly: "You two are cunning verbal verbal ghosts, I won't talk to you."
Lin Xiucai turned around and whispered: "Don't make noise, I'll see the house teacher..."
The examiners of the Six Arts in front sat aside. There were more candidates around here, and they were chatting and laughing easily. The main examination was from a regular imperial examination and valued beautiful articles. The students also knew themselves in front of them, but the teachers were different. The scores they personally ordered were somewhat understood. In addition, the common hobbies on the Six Arts, there were many things to say... Some exchanged ancient rituals, some discussed piano music, and poetry, calligraphy and painting were all lively. There was no distinction between the prefectures here, and everyone was at will.
Pang An looked at an examiner excitedly and said, "That's Huang, Liuzhou. His ancestors, as Mrs. Wei, lived in seclusion in Xiaoque Mountain. He has heard of his name for a long time. He didn't expect to meet him in person today."
Xue Qing said: "Everyone Huang is very happy to be able to communicate with fellow friends, and there are so many junior talents." He patted Pang An, "You go quickly."
Pang An wanted to take a step and look back at her: "Where are you Xue Qing? Who do you want to ask? Your painting is very good. Next to Huang, Ju Yun, Wanxiang Layman..."
Xue Qing smiled and said, "Let everyone come first." She has the top position and comes forward, everyone must avoid it.
What a humble and polite young man. Pang An went forward with a smile. The candidates in Chang'an Mansion had already dispersed, and only Liu Chunyang and Pei Yanzi were left beside Xue Qing.
Pei Yanzi said: "Where to go?"
Xue Qing said: "Of course, go wherever there are fewer people..." Her eyes swept over and fell in one direction. Several examiners over there were talking low, and there were not many candidates surrounding him... Xue Qing walked over.
"Thank you, mentors," she bowed.
The candidates standing in front moved aside, and the examiners also raised their heads, and the eyes of both sides were facing each other... It turned out that they were examiners of chess skills, and Xue Qing's smile on her face became stronger.
"Thank you, my teacher." She said again, a gift.
This repetition is to others to express respect for teachers, but it is meaningless to those examiners. They looked at Xue Qing as if she wanted to speak but didn't want to speak, and the atmosphere was inexplicably awkward.
"When you have the opportunity to ask the teachers for advice," Xue Qing said, "Students will leave first."
Several examiners nodded at the same time this time: "Okay, okay, go."
Xue Qing did walk away, and Liu Chunyang and Pei Yanzi also followed him away with him with a polite manner. The candidates who deliberately avoided him were a little surprised... Xue Qing's six arts are among the best, but the most eye-catching thing is his chess skills. He fought with Prince Suo, a strange game of all ages, and vomited blood. Such a strange thing is bound to be a long talk for those who love chess. Why do the two sides almost part without saying anything when they meet?
"...Xue Qing, come, come..."
A rough voice sounded over there. The candidates here looked at it and saw that it was the generals of the Shooting and Imperial College... The examiners were sitting there with a blank face and drinking one cup after another. It seemed that they were just here to attend the banquet. There was no one in front of them... Most of them hurriedly bowed and walked away.
But now when they saw Xue Qing, their eyes shining, they stood up and waved their hands to greet them, their faces full of smiles and enthusiasm... It seemed that they were the juniors who had seen their seniors who had long admired Daming and couldn't wait to be excited.
Right, that's the only reaction.
Xue Qing walked over and bowed with a smile: "I have met several teachers."
A general waved his hand and said, "Don't be polite..." At least he controlled his brother's words and did not say them.
Another general looked at Xue Qing with a smile and said, "Young Master Xue, I heard that you have to participate in the examination and you will recognize your fame. Don't worry, I, Lao Hu, here to guarantee that your achievements will always be counted in our army. You are welcome to be unable to attend the imperial examination."
Liu Chunyang laughed, and the general next to him also glared at him: "Talking nonsense!" He looked at Xue Qing again, "We mean, Young Master Xue, if you fail the imperial examination, you can still win fame in the army. General Guo has been in the army for generations. As his son-in-law, you will also adhere to the family tradition and will definitely surpass the young people."
After all, I still eagerly hope that Xue Qing would not succeed in the imperial examination and join the army. This is not a curse, but a value. Xue Qing laughed and saluted several people, responding solemnly.
These generals did not mean to let Xue Qing go, and they surrounded her and asked about riding and shooting...
"Xue Qing."
A voice came from the other side.
The general said angrily: "Who is calling me? I didn't say anything..." He looked over and swallowed the rest of his words immediately. Chen Sheng sat upright and looked at them with a smile on his face.
"Prince." The general smiled and bowed to Chen Sheng, and urged Xue Qing, "Hurry, Prime Minister is calling you."
Xue Qing bowed to him and thanked the teacher again before walking towards Chen Sheng. He was neither anxious nor fond of him nor surprised... This is Wenhan's aura. Several generals looked at the back of the young man in green.
"This is a scholar." A general sighed, "Although he has no official position, he can do this when facing a big figure like the prime minister. He is not like us military men..." He is three points short in front of the scholar.
Another general looked at him and said unhappily: "You were too cowardly just now, Prime Minister, Prime Minister, look at your flattery! It's so embarrassing to be in front of that young man. How could he be willing to join the army in this way..."
The general blushed and groaned: "They won't join the army at all. He is so powerful. The prime minister specially summoned him. He is also a disciple of Mr. Qingxia. How can he stump him when he can test the palace? Let's just think about it."
"It's a pity to join the army with such talents. There is no war to fight now." An older general said, looking into the hall, "The people of Xiliang have become guests of honor."
Everyone looked over and saw the group of young men in white robe walking through it, which was particularly eye-catching.
"Didn't your husband really believe that King Xiliang has become a cat?" A general said in a muffled voice, "I could have made a big splash at the beginning... I just stopped the army."
"That has nothing to do with the prince, it is the late emperor..." another general blurted out.
"Stop." The general led by the army shouted.
The voice stopped abruptly and a silence.
The general in charge said, "Sit down, sit down, and the students are going to come to become disciples. Let me show you the teacher's appearance, don't be embarrassed."
Several generals sat down accordingly, picked up their glasses and ate and drank, chatted and laughed, and joked and joked at the candidates who came here.
"Is your wine real or water?"
"Do you really want to drink with me?"
The candidates were trembling and laughed and couldn't help but hustle and avoided.
Xue Qing had already stood in front of Chen Sheng and leaned over to salute: "I have met the prime minister."
Chen Sheng said: "What, am I not a teacher?"
Xue Qing looked at the minister Gu's life who was entrusted by the late emperor. He had gray hair and beard, describing Qinghuang, wearing an ordinary Confucian robe, and sat behind a few tables. Although he sat upright like Mr. Qingxia, he was a little leisurely and comfortable. This was the first time the two of them talked face to face, and they were not restrained and polite.
Xue Qing smiled and bowed: "I've seen the teacher."
Chen Sheng said, "How do you feel if you get the top spot?"
This question... Xue Qing smiled: "It feels good."
Chen Sheng also smiled and said, "Your handwriting is well written."
After her calligraphy skills that day, everyone praised her for her good paintings... Xue Qing said: "Everyone said that the teacher's calligraphy is good, it turns out."
Chen Sheng smiled and said, "Because I can see that your calligraphy is better than painting?" He looked at her and said, "Everyone said, who told you that my calligraphy is good?"
Well... Xue Qing said: "Huang Sha Dao said, teacher, your words are hanging on the city gate."
Chen Sheng laughed again, and the examiner next to him also looked at Xue Qing and said, "Your young man can really speak."
Xue Qing smiled embarrassedly and didn't say anything.
Chen Sheng said: "Actually it's not that good. They are all entrusted to me to write the plaque of Huangsha Road, and it is naturally because it is Huangsha Road..." He stopped here and said, "When you come to the capital next year, you will write to my mansion and let me take a good look."
Following the chief examiner Jiang Xian, another person invited Xue Qing. Only Xue Qing was treated like this in Lu Ming Banquet tonight, and the top of the list was different.
The candidates who heard them all looked envious.
Xue Qing bowed and responded to the yes.
Chen Sheng said: "You go." He simply did not stay any more.
As the banquet was about to end, Xue Qing came to Mr. Qingxia again. The teachers and students talked about it without any attention in this restaurant where the banquet was full of wine.
"Have I taken half a step into the capital and the officialdom?" Xue Qing whispered.
Mr. Qingxia nodded with a smile and said, "This is the way to the imperial examination. Congratulations, the officials of the Great Zhou Dynasty have begun to see you." He turned to look at the boy. In half of the shadow, her face was beautiful and her eyes were as bright as stars.
Mr. Qingxia's lips moved slightly, and Xue Qing could recognize the silent words.
Your Highness.
"It is essential to have physical evidence orthodoxy, but people's hearts need to be replaced." Mr. Qingxia whispered, "Cultivating oneself, managing the family, governing the country and pacifying the world is also the best teaching and learning."
Is the crown prince’s education? The crown prince who can be educated like this is his own. He finally traveled through time once, so of course he should be different? Xue Qing nodded with a smile.
The two of them didn't say anything anymore. They stood in front of the corridor column, listening to the students who were laughing and discussing the banquet behind them, and looking at Emeiyue who was hanging high outside the window at some point.
The moon is small and dull, and countless torches on the ground swallow the night.
The dense black armored guards surrounded the ground.
"Sir, come in here." Several black armored guards signaled.
Qi Xiu, surrounded by torches, wrapped in his cloak and looked at the opening exposed in the huge pit dug in front of him.
Song Yuan said: "Is it safe?" He didn't dare to take a step, and he looked scared under the fire.
A black armored guard said, "Don't worry, Lord Duan is already inside."
Song Yuan said: "This guy is so bold." He still didn't take a step.
He was really a greedy person who was afraid of death. Qi Xiu looked at him with contempt and said, "Let's go, why are you waiting for? While they are all at Lu Ming Banquet, do what we should do quickly." Say, walk inward.
Song Yuan did not dare to stay and follow him anymore.
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"This is the underground palace."
Song Yuan stood in Kuolang's hall and looked around. Although there were broken walls and broken walls everywhere, he could not hide its former beauty. His gaze fell on a huge black stone beside him.
"Oh, that!" he whispered, "That's it?"
The man walked over anxiously, and then stopped timidly when he arrived.
The tall black stone fits seamlessly with the hole walls on both sides. If they hadn't dug them from both sides, they would have been unable to enter.
"But someone entered."
Duan Shan's voice came from the side, and the man also sent a pile of gravel wooden racks to stand up, throwing down the broken wood in his hand, and making a sound in the empty underground palace.
"Is someone really coming in?" Qi Xiu said.
Duan Shan pointed around and said, "These are all cut off by man, and there is also the... human figurines... originally were in the palace. Even if the underground palace collapses, the palace will be intact. The human figurines over there will not roll here."
Qi Xiu and Song Yuan looked at the palace. The walls in other places rolled and collapsed, but the palace was safe and sound, with the steps smashed, and the three figures on the four corners were even more conspicuous... One was missing.
Duan Shan walked towards the palace with great strides.
"What are you doing?" Song Yuan asked hurriedly.
Duan Shan turned around, under the illuminated torch of Lieli, his face was muddy and said, "Open the coffin."
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Chapter completed!