The emperor was already thirty-eight years old when he ascended the throne. After he ascended the throne, because he was busy stabilizing the government, he never had a show to enrich the harem.
Now that they suddenly heard that the emperor wanted to choose a concubine, everyone in the Shi family was shocked.
You know, the eldest prince to the sixth prince are already adults. There are many princes and princesses in the palace. The emperor is not short of heirs.
"Is this news true?"
Mrs. Shi looked at Zeng Yuwei.
Zeng Yuwei regretted the words as soon as she said them. Zeng's mother had told her to keep the emperor's choice of concubine a secret. Now that the words had been spoken, she could only continue: "It should be true, but there are details in the palace.
Before you get the news, please don’t talk about it outside.”
Mrs. Shi glanced at her, was silent for a moment, looked at the rest of the Shi family, and asked everyone not to spread rumors. After everyone nodded in agreement, she changed the topic.
Shi Fuxin was not interested in this matter and thought it had nothing to do with their family, so she didn't take it to heart, but looked at Shi Dingxuan: "Fifth brother, the martial arts exam will start in a few days, how are you preparing?
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As soon as these words came out, everyone looked at Shi Dingxuan.
Shi Dingxuan smiled and said: "I will try my best."
Shi Fuxin smiled brightly back: "Brother, we all believe in you."
Mr. Shi looked at the calm fifth grandson and looked at each other with Mrs. Shi, both of whom had happy smiles in their eyes.
Wulang was so calm, presumably because he knew what he was doing.
Also, Wulang's only shortcoming is strategy. From the Chinese New Year to now, he has been going to Duke Dingguo's Mansion to be taught by Xiahou Old Duke. During this period, even if he cannot become a top military talent all at once, he should be enough to cope with the martial arts examination.
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The Dachu Martial Arts Examination, like the Liberal Arts Examination, takes place every three years. The initial test strategy mainly tests students' military literacy and examines students' knowledge in the art of war, astronomy, and geography.
The second martial arts test includes various shooting skills, the use of guns on horseback, and strength and courage skills.
Three trial camp battles to examine the use of mines, gunpowder, tanks, etc. in combat.
Finally, students are ranked based on their overall performance.
"The emperor may come to watch this year's martial arts test in person."
In Class 9 with yellow characters, a group of twelve or thirteen-year-old girls were surrounding a girl wearing a moon-white men's robe, listening to her talk about some news that they had no access to.
While talking, the girl dressed in men's clothing peeked in Shi Fuxin's direction from time to time.
Seeing that Fu Xin was still as indifferent as ever and had no intention of taking the initiative to talk to her, Qiao Xinyu felt a little frustrated and depressed.
At this time, Fuxin was really a dull person. Faced with the ostracism from her classmates, the others had probably tried their best to blend in, but she was better off, acting even colder than them, making it seem like it wasn't everyone who was ostracizing her, but her.
It's like he doesn't want to talk to everyone.
After thinking for a while, Qiao Xinyu walked over: "Shi Fuxin, the martial arts exam starts today, you are quite calm."
Shi Fuxin glanced at her: "I'm not taking the exam, so of course I'm calm."
Qiao Xinyu: "...You don't want to take the exam, but your brother is going to take the exam. Aren't you worried about him?"
Shi Fuxin smiled: "I believe in my brother."
Qiao Xinyu snorted: "You are quite confident, but I heard that your brother didn't go to school much before he returned to Beijing."
Shi Fuxin looked at Qiao Xinyu with a smile: "Why, are you questioning the ability of old Duke Xiahou to be a believer?"
The wife of Duke Dingguo came from the Qiao family in the north of the Yangtze River. The Qiao family has been a century-old and well-known family with many outstanding children. Qiao Xinyu's father is the current Imperial College Jijiu.
In the yellow class nine, Qiao Xinyu is very popular among her classmates because of her noble birth, her fearlessness, and her generosity. She is considered the leader of the class. Many times, everyone has to look at her to act.
How could Qiao Xinyu dare to question the old Duke of Xiahou? She quickly defended: "What nonsense are you talking about? The abilities of the old Duke's disciples are naturally first-rate."
Shi Fuxin was puzzled: "If that's the case, then why do you ask such a stupid question? My brother was taught by the old Duke of Xiahou. If you really care about his knowledge, just ask the old Duke.
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Qiao Xinyu was stuck. She glared at Shi Fuxin angrily and finally choked out: "I'm too lazy to pay attention to you."
Seeing that Qiao Xinyu was angry, Shi Fuxin smiled and shook her head, took out a blank book and continued to compile a medical training book.
After class that afternoon, Shi Fuxin quickly packed up her books and books. As soon as she walked out of the classroom, she was stopped by Qiao Xinyu.
Shi Fuxin raised her eyebrows and looked at Qiao Xinyu. This girl was usually like a arrogant peacock, but today she actually approached her twice. She must be holding back something bad.
"Is something wrong?"
Regarding Shi Fuxin's distant attitude, Qiao Xinyu shook her head in disapproval: "Shi Fuxin, you are too withdrawn. We are classmates. Isn't it normal for me to go to school with you?"
Shi Fuxin rolled her eyes: "I've been in Class 9 for several months, and everyone is alienating me. Don't tell me, you don't know this."
Qiao Xinyu's face turned pale, her eyes wandered, and she refused to admit, "This has nothing to do with me." Really, she didn't let others exclude Shi Fuxin.
If Shi Fuxin is to blame, she can only blame her for being too independent.
What's more, the Wuchang House has been away from the circle of nobles for too long in recent years, and there are no outstanding men in the house. Everyone is not very familiar with it. If Shi Fuxin doesn't take the initiative to make friends, others will naturally not take the initiative to talk to her.
Who is not the charming daughter of the family?
The old Duke of Xiahou was half of her brother's master, and the wife of Duke Ding was Qiao Xinyu's aunt. Shi Fuxin really ignored Qiao Xinyu and could only ask patiently:
"You also know that my brother is taking the martial arts policy exam today, and I'm in a hurry to go back and make chicken soup for my brother. If you need anything, please tell me right away."
Qiao Xinyu was not a grumpy person. She looked around, grabbed Shi Fuxin's wrist and pulled her to the corner next to her: "Do you want to watch your brother's bow and horse assessment?"
Shi Fuxin looked at her suspiciously: "What do you want to do?"
Seeing Shi Fuxin's wariness, Qiao Xinyu curled her lips unhappily: "What can I do to eat you?" Seeing that Shi Fuxin didn't speak and just looked at her, Qiao Xinyu had no choice but to disarm.
surrender.
"Okay, don't look at me like that. To tell you the truth, I just want to go to the martial arts arena to see the world, but I don't dare to do it alone. I want to find someone to accompany me to build up my courage."
"Then you have found the wrong person. I am very timid." Shi Fuxin stepped up to leave.
Qiao Xinyu quickly pulled her away: "Don't try to lie to me. You are very courageous. You are the one who deserts the most in our class. In every class, there are teachers who glare at you, but you still go your own way. You don't even teach
You’re not even afraid of the emperor, but you’re still afraid of following me to the martial arts arena?”
Seeing that Shi Fuxin's expression softened, Qiao Xinyu kept up her efforts and said seductively: "The emperor will also go to the martial arts field this time. Don't you want to see your brother's performance in front of the emperor?"
Shi Fuxin looked at Qiao Xinyu: "The place where the emperor is going must be heavily guarded. How are you going to sneak in?"
When Qiao Xinyu heard this, she immediately knew there was something going on, and immediately patted her chest: "I can get the token to enter the martial arts arena, now you can rest assured, right?"
Shi Fuxin really wanted to see the skills of the students taking the martial arts exam. She looked at Qiao Xinyu who was staring at her eagerly and smiled: "Okay, then I'll go and take a look with you."
"However, I have to tell you in advance. I am really not very courageous. If anything happens, I will run away first."
"..."
Qiao Xinyu gritted her teeth: "Okay." After saying that, she patted Shi Fuxin's shoulder generously, "From now on, Shi Fuxin, you are my sister."
If she was really going to be discovered, she would definitely drag Shi Fuxin along.
What are sisters used for?
Isn't it just that when something happens, you pull me in to support you? Oh, no, sisters have to share the same hardships.