The rising sun is rising in the east, and the morning light is thousands of miles away.
A new day has begun, and this day is also the day when the candidates of the various state capitals in the Dali Dynasty will be released.
On this day, Yun Jing usually got up early in the morning, washed and ate leisurely, and was very calm. Such an important day seemed to have no impact on him, and he remained as usual.
Song Yan's expression was tense, and he glanced at the sky outside from time to time. He looked so worried and confused. People who didn't know better thought it was because the results of his exam were about to come out.
After eating a spoonful of tender and smooth salty tofu, Yun Jing thought that he would try something sweet some other time, but he still missed the spicy tofu.
Well, there are also foods like tofu, tofu brain, and soy milk in this world. I don’t know who invented it in the first place. Anyway, Yunjing lost an opportunity to ‘create’ delicious food.
Noticing Song Yan's nervous expression next to him, Yunjing felt funny in his heart, secretly saying that his character still needed to be polished and he couldn't calm down at all.
It was estimated that Song Yan had been suppressed for long enough from the end of the exam until now, and today was the day of 'sentencing'. He finally couldn't help it, looked at Yun Jing and said with a smile: "Master, don't be nervous, I believe you will
Can pass the exam”
"...I'm not nervous," Yunjing said with a twitch in his mouth.
Song Yan stared at Yun Jing's subconscious stirring of the tofu without saying a word, his expression clearly saying no, Master, you have it!
After a moment of silence, Yunjing put down his spoon and leaned on the chair and said: "Okay, I do have some expectations, but this is human nature, okay, young master, I am also a human being, not a stone, Hanchuang... Anyway, after reading for so many years
"Book, when it comes to testing the results, I'm not allowed to have any mood swings."
Originally, he wanted to say that he studied hard in Hanchuang, which was also the case. However, he thought that since he started studying, he had not worried about life. Everything was settled by his master, so he was embarrassed to say this.
Song Yan laughed when he heard this, thinking that his young master's reaction was normal, it seemed more real, and his whole person became vivid.
It's not that Yun Jing's calm attitude in the past was bad, anyway, Song Yan felt that Yun Jing was more kind to him in this matter.
He said: "The young master has been smart since he was a child and has a photographic memory. Both his knowledge and martial arts are far beyond ordinary people. He will definitely be on the list in this imperial examination. Now what is considered is the young master's ranking."
You have only been with me for a few years, so you know me very well.
Muttering in his heart, Yun Jing shook his head and said: "It's too early to say that the results haven't been announced yet. Now is not the time to be happy. If I fail, wouldn't my happiness be in vain? How embarrassing would that be?"
"That's what I said, but why are you smiling, young master? You are clearly confident and confident." Song Yan ruthlessly exposed Yun Jing and said with a smile.
On such a happy day, Song Yan boldly dared to joke with Yun Jing. In fact, he himself did not realize that this was because he was too nervous and subconsciously used this to cover up his uneasy emotions.
He sold himself to Yunjing, and Yunjing's achievements were related to his destiny. He naturally hoped that Yunjing would become as high as possible. To put it bluntly, even if Yunjing became a beggar in the future, he would have to beg, and
He himself is not qualified to distribute the things he begged, at least according to the law. If sold into slavery, everything becomes the property of others.
It's not that I don't have it, what are you talking about... the truth...
Well, Yunjing is actually quite confident that he can be on the list. He is not bragging. In terms of the knowledge he holds in his head, few of his peers can match him. However, he has no idea where he will be ranked.
Get it, after all, there are many factors that determine the ranking of the list. The content on the examination paper is only part of it, and of course it is the most important part.
"Okay, let's not talk about this. You can go get something to eat," Yunjing said, changing the subject.
When the master is dining, servants are not allowed to accompany him. This is a rule, and Song Yan abides by it very well. No matter how approachable and approachable Yunjing is, he never goes beyond it.
While eating, Song Yan suddenly asked: "Master, the results are released at noon. The rising sun is in the sky, indicating that the candidates will be successful and famous at the same time. Do you want to see the results in person at that time?"
After thinking for a while, Yunjing said: "Go ahead. It will be quite a sense of accomplishment to see yourself on the list. It will also be very lively by then. I have been very leisurely these days, so I might as well go for a walk."
Nodding, Song Yan turned around and said with some trepidation: "But Master, we are all going to see the results released. What will we do if someone comes to announce the good news?"
Of course when someone comes to announce good news, they have to give money. This is not the time to be stingy, and it is also very beautiful. Song Yan has thought of all this, which is quite thoughtful.
It would be nice if they were at home. Yunjing could go see the announcement in person, and there would be people at home to greet the messengers. Unfortunately, there are only two masters and servants here.
"It's not like we won't come," Yunjing said speechlessly.
Song Yan thought the same thing. The worst he could do was come back after looking at the list. It was better to ask the person bringing the good news to wait. By then, his young master would have become a master, so why should they wait?
Don't worry about these little things. Yunjing was eating in the yard. When he walked under the pear tree, he raised his head slightly, but his heart was in a trance.
The pear tree in the yard is already full of fruit, and the yellow-orange pears above are pleasing to look at.
Time flies so fast, it’s autumn in a blink of an eye, and it’s the harvest season before you know it.
It was still late spring when I went out, and after the lush summer, it is now autumn...
He stretched out his hand and picked up a pear without washing it. Yunjing went straight into his mouth and took one bite. The juice was rich and his mouth was full of sweetness.
It tastes good, and it's worth nourishing it with spiritual energy occasionally, but after all, it's not my own, and it lacks some unique flavor. After I leave, I wonder if this pear tree will still produce pears like this in the next year.
After finishing a pear, Yunjing suddenly felt homesick.
Now when I think back carefully, I suddenly realize that I don’t know since when, I spend less and less time at home and spend less and less time with my family. Is this the so-called growing up?
If you are on the list, there will be a deer-crowing banquet that you must attend. After that, you can go home...
Song Yan quickly filled his stomach, quickly packed up, and came out and said: "Master, let's go there now. I'm afraid we won't have a good seat if we go late. There will be a lot of people watching the announcement of the results and the excitement today."
"What are you busy with? It's still early. If you get on the exam, it won't matter no matter how late you go. If you don't pass, it won't matter how early you go." Yun Jing shook his head and smiled.
Song Yan almost couldn't help laughing, because when Yunjing said this, he walked towards the door honestly, and he immediately lowered his head to follow.
His heart suddenly moved, Song Yan looked at the background of the cloud scene again, and secretly thought that his young master was very different from the past, especially vivid and stumped...
Yes, I am afraid that the young master will make major breakthroughs in some aspects next or soon!
With this thought in his mind, Song Yan was filled with great expectations, which even surpassed whether Yun Jing could pass the examination.
Song Yan couldn't explain why he had such an idea. Anyway, he subconsciously thought so. His young master was usually calm and calm, but now he was extraordinarily different. There must be a reason.
Human personality is a habitual thing. When the personality is different from the past, something must have happened. And the current difference in Yunjing is not a negative change, and good things will definitely happen...
The atmosphere in Qingjiang City today was particularly different. Countless people poured into the streets and rushed towards the government offices. The crowds could be described as a vast ocean. Fortunately, there were soldiers and government officials to maintain law and order, otherwise it would easily have caused a large-scale stampede.
Every time the imperial examination results are released, it is a major event that attracts the attention of the whole people, and the government already has experience in dealing with it.
The place where the results will be released is at the Yamen of the Prefecture. There is a big notice board outside the gate. Today, the list of imperial examinations that everyone is looking forward to and curious about will be posted on the notice board.
Most of the people who flocked to that direction were people watching the fun. After all, things like the imperial examination had nothing to do with ordinary people. Some smart people took the opportunity to start small businesses. Those who sold herbal tea and melons and fruit snacks made so much money that they made everyone smile.
There were many student candidates among them, and this candidate was more or less surrounded by this group of people. It was probably the whole family who came together to witness the moment when the fate was revealed.
Some of the candidates were anxious, some were frustrated, some were smiling bitterly, some were looking forward to it, and some were confident, but no matter what, the results were unknown as the list was not out yet.
Some people clearly know that they did not do well in the exam, but they still take a chance. Some people are confident that they will do well in the exam, but the result is unknown, but they are suppressed and do not dare to celebrate in advance, so as not to be happy too early.
However, Yunjing was a little puzzled. What was going on with those beautifully dressed girls in the crowd? They just wanted to put on the best clothes and put on the best makeup to show off.
Normally there wouldn't be so many gorgeous girls gathering here, but today there were so many of them. There were so many beautiful girls from all over the place, it was really dazzling.
"Young master, you have to be careful when the rankings are released. Don't be snatched away by those little ladies inadvertently. I will try my best to stop you. Really, don't believe me. You know how to catch a son-in-law under the rankings, right?
Those little ladies will tear your clothes to pieces if they get crazy!" On the street, Song Yan suddenly realized something and reminded Yun Jing with a serious expression.
Yunjing was also aware of this. Capturing a son-in-law who was not listed on the list would happen every time after the imperial examination. However, all the names on the list were sweet grasshoppers, and people of all ages would rob them.
Especially when he is like this, hiss... Yunjing took a breath of air and warned, there is danger ahead!
Isn't it too hasty to go and see the results in person? No, you have to protect yourself as much as possible. We are engaged people, and we can't be snatched away by those little goblins, otherwise our little daughter-in-law will go crazy...
"I think you'd better not meddle in other people's business," Yun Jing said, squinting at Song Yan.
"???" Song Yan didn't understand for a moment and looked confused.
Yun Jing smiled, laughed and said, "I'm just kidding, don't take it so seriously. I mean, don't worry, I will run away when I see the situation is not right. I will definitely not be attacked by those little ladies."
"
"Young Master, you can rest assured that you are young. Let me tell you something, it's scary when those little ladies go crazy. After all, if they are greedy for you, it's hard for you to take action, right?" Song Yan nodded and breathed a sigh of relief.
The master and the servant were chatting and laughing, and followed the flow of people. Soon they arrived outside the government office. However, there was a sea of people around them. Not to mention getting close to the signboard, there was half a street across the street, and there were all heads in front of them.
"I just said you should come earlier, how can you see this?" Song Yan said tangledly as he stepped forward and looked forward.
Yun Jing smiled and said: "It doesn't matter how early it is. Many people might come to occupy seats early in the morning."
"But what should we do next? It's not a problem to be so far away," Song Yan continued to struggle.
In fact, it doesn't matter where you stand for Yunjing. You can even see the list with your own eyes in the small rented courtyard. But what you want is an atmosphere. You have come here, how can you not be close?
The reason for watching the list? After all, it was a glorious moment.
"How great is this? With such a long distance, we can avoid those little ladies with ill intentions," Yunjing joked.
Song Yan was speechless and said: "Then why is the list so important?"
Stopping joking, Yun Jing looked ahead and said, "Xiao Song, you have been practicing martial arts for many years. Now it's up to you. Open the way ahead. Master, I believe you won't let me down."
Song Yanxin said that what she was waiting for was Master, and she smiled and said: "Master, please just watch and follow closely."
With that said, he relied on his good force value to push through the crowd and move forward, with Yunjing following closely behind.
In fact, they did this a lot, and there were complaints everywhere. Song Yan didn't do it out of the blue, he was also very measured, and he used his skills to push away the crowd without pushing him.
In such a grand occasion, people understand the mentality of those who push forward. Although they are full of heart, they usually don't get angry. After all, God knows if there is a freshly-made Juren master among the people who push forward. If they offend, then they will
Oh no.
Not long after, Yunjing and the two came to the front. A group of soldiers in front strictly guarded the cordon, leaving plenty of space. Facing a crowd of tens of thousands, they were also under great pressure. Fortunately, they represented the government, and the crowd did not.
Don't go too far.
At the front, there are many students and candidates from well-off families with escorts. Although they can stand at the front with the help of strict guards, they do not occupy too much space. It is just a foothold. If it occupies too much space,
Public outrage is not easy to face.
"Master, I suddenly realized that coming to the front might not be a wise decision," Song Yan said suddenly after reaching the front.
Yunjing also realized this and said tangledly: "But it's already here..."
"So it's better to be careful later," Song Yan said solemnly.
Why did they say such things? Because opposite them, behind the soldiers' defense line, there was a group of hundreds of gorgeous young ladies, looking at the crowd in front of them like hungry wolves!
You can believe that many of these little ladies are carrying sticks in their hands, as if they are ready to knock out their targets and resist them.
Especially when Yun Jing arrives, some young ladies' eyes light up and they even secretly swallow their saliva, making people greedy...
Yunjing's whole body felt bad, and he screamed in his heart that there was something shady. Those young ladies obviously went there because of their connections, and they were just waiting to rob someone.
Are girls so privileged and arrogant? When will boys be able to... Ahem, it's all over.
Fortunately, those girls have privileges, but they don't go too far with the servants. They obviously want to win a husband based on their true skills. Otherwise, if they bring a group of servants, who can they fall in love with?
They were quite restrained at the moment. After all, the list hadn't been released yet, so it wasn't time to grab people.
As for how they can tell who is who after the list is posted, that’s not easy. After being admitted to the Juren Examination and the list is finalized, who can restrain themselves from showing off? Anyway, just knock them out and take them away.
.
"Master, those little ladies are too scary. Look at them. Not only are they carrying sticks, but some of them are also preparing sacks. Oh, by the way, Master, what color sack do you like?" Song Yan said with a solemn expression.
Yun Jing muttered: "Let's look at the rankings quietly later, remember not to make any noise, okay?"
"I understand." Song Yan nodded seriously.
The two of them didn't shy away from other people's conversation, but they actually made them roll their eyes. It was probably to express that you two were probably overthinking and thinking of all the good things. Do you really think you could be on the list?
After all, no one jumped out and made a fuss. At this moment, everyone is holding back their energy and waiting for the results to be released. Who has time to pay attention to other people? Our destiny is not more important than yours?
Some people are so nervous that their faces turn pale, and they may faint at any time under the scorching sun...
Noon came quietly, and the sun was three high. Seeing that the time for releasing the results was approaching, the crowd who gathered subconsciously stopped to communicate. They all looked at the gate of the government office in eager anticipation, and suddenly became strangely quiet.
The young ladies with shining eyes in front also clenched their sticks, ready to knock people away.
At this moment, Yunjing was worried. Will those little ladies start tearing each other up because of someone later? That would be bad. When the time comes, he must spread his fingers and cover his eyes, and don't look at any incest.
Well, affected by the atmosphere, Yunjing was a little nervous at the moment, thinking of random things to distract his attention.
The government did not excite people too much. When the time came, the gate of the government office opened with a bang, and a group of government servants filed out. They were dressed in festive clothes, and they seemed to want to get the glory of the newly promoted government officials.
It's just a matter of releasing the results, and the yamen officials are enough. The big shots will definitely not come forward. During the Lu Ming Banquet, they will naturally have the opportunity to meet the new candidates. I guess those big shots don't want to see the people who failed the list lose their souls. After all, they also experienced it at the beginning.
For those who have experienced this kind of thing, out of sight, out of mind.
When the government officials appeared, the quiet crowd suddenly became excited and began to surge forward like a tide. The soldiers on the defense line felt as if they were facing a formidable enemy.
When the government servants came out, the one at the front was holding a tray with both hands. Above it was a ten-foot-long bright yellow paper roll tied with red silk. Needless to say, that was the list and the focus of people's attention. Millions of pairs of eyes were on it.
focus.
Dang~!
A gong sounded melodiously, and immediately a yamen official shouted: "Congratulations to all the candidates for being elected, please release the results!"
When these words appeared, Yunjing vaguely heard the sound of horses roaring away behind the Yamen. Needless to say, it must be someone from the Yamen who took advantage of their position to report good news and ask for money. This is rare and honest.
If you have the opportunity to reap benefits and meet a generous family, this one time alone is estimated to be enough to earn several years of salary.
Well, I wonder how much the yamen officials fought over the quota of good news...
The yamen officer in charge of posting the list didn't want to tempt anyone, so he quickly posted the 1-foot-square list and moved it aside.
Yun Jing took a closer look, and immediately a hint of surprise flashed in his eyes, but the smile on his lips could not stop no matter what.
This imperial examination was similar to what Yun Jing had guessed. Among the tens of thousands of scholars in Jiangzhou, only fifty candidates were admitted, and their names were all on the list.
The ranking list is divided into three rankings: A, B, and C. Rank A is ranked ten, Rank B is twenty, and Rank C is also twenty.
Everyone on the list is a judge. Strictly speaking, everyone is the same, but this list means ranking. Who doesn't want to be ranked high? The higher the position, the more prestige.
I saw two golden characters on the list, No. 1 on the A list, Yun Jing, high up!
These words are obviously larger than others, and they are written in golden ink. Even without the light and shadow effects, they are extremely dazzling.
After those words, Yunjing's place of origin, written in small black ink characters, was from Xiaoxi Village, Niujiao Town, Xinlin County.
He is actually number one on the list!
To be honest, Yunjing himself was a little surprised by such a result. Was his test paper really that good?
Then, Yunjing was not too surprised. After ten years of hard work day and night, he could not let go of the book. Years of hard work finally paid off, and he achieved it by relying on his true talent and learning, without any water in it!
If your family knew it, they would be very happy, right?
Yunjing was certainly happy to be ranked first on the A-list, but more importantly, he couldn't wait to share this joy with his family.
"I've won, you've won, young master. The number one cloud scene on the list is from Xiaoxi Village, Niujiao Town, Xinlin County. That's right, it's you, young master. You've won, and you're still number one!" who saw the list clearly!
Song Yan suddenly shouted excitedly, not to mention how excited he was.
In fact, he looked at it from the end up, just to be safe, and finally saw his young master's name at the top. Not to mention that feeling, it was nothing like honor.
With his heart condensed, Yun Jing said subconsciously: "Didn't I just agree not to say anything about it?"
"Master, I forgot when I got excited," Song Yan said, shrinking his neck.
How could I care about him at this moment? Yun Jing looked up and his scalp suddenly went numb. He saw a group of young ladies opposite with their eyes shining brightly, looking over like hungry wolves.
"Ah, ah, what a handsome husband, my God, I'm going to faint, I'm so happy."
"Yun Jing, number one on the list, is such a handsome young man, with both talent and appearance. Get away, you little hooves, he is mine, no one can snatch it from me!"
"Master Yun is there, grab it, don't let him escape."
"Mr. Yun, what color sack do you like? I have prepared many kinds of sacks here. Don't worry, I will knock you out and take you back to the bridal chamber. The house has been decorated. It will not be affected by gravity and will be very gentle. Just
One stick and you are mine."
"No, Mr. Yun wants to run away..."
Oh my God, Yunjing's calves were trembling when he faced a group of young ladies who were like wolves and tigers. They almost wanted to eat him alive.
It was so scary that Yun Jing couldn't care about anything else. He just said "Xiao Song, I'll leave first" and he jumped up and used Qing Kung to run away quickly. In the blink of an eye, he disappeared into the distance.
"Wow, Mr. Yun is not only talented and beautiful, but also has such outstanding martial arts training. He is really good at both civil and military skills."
"We absolutely cannot let him run away and chase him."
"Master Yun, don't leave. Come back and marry me. My family is willing to pay a dowry of one hundred thousand taels..."
Swish, swish, swish, with delicate shouts, some young ladies with good martial arts skills immediately jumped up and used Qinggong to chase after him, regardless of any reserve.
