Chapter 80: Shangtianju
Before reaching the door of Tiantianju, Ying'er couldn't help but ask Yang Ning: "Yang Ning, what can you do to let us in without being kicked out? It would be embarrassing!"
Yang Ning looked at the luxurious entrance hall of Tiantianju, smacked his lips and said, "There's no good way, just break in!" After saying that, he stepped up to the steps in front of Tiantianju.
Princess Yongning and Ying'er looked at each other and had no choice but to follow Yang Ning into Tiantianju.
Stepping into the threshold of "Natural Residence", you are faced with a wood-carved green bamboo screen, which is very exquisite. Behind the screen is a tall counter. On both sides of the screen is a spacious lobby with many yellow pear wood wine tables and wooden chairs, but they are scattered.
It's neat and doesn't look crowded. This place is really classy!
At this moment, the lobby of this natural residence is full of diners and bustling with people. But the people present are all young people in scholar uniforms. They are obviously divided into several camps, and they are noisy!
"Brother Wang, what you said is wrong. I think that the 'talented man in white' Zhang Wenkang was born in a family of officials for generations. Not only was he very knowledgeable, but he was also as handsome as jade. He was even better than Pan An. Let's take a look at this 'the most talented man in the capital'
This reputation belongs to him alone!"
"Brother Li, what you said is wrong. If a person is handsome, then he is the 'number one talent'? Let's take a look at the 'carefree talent' Hao Mengyang and Mr. Hao. He is truly handsome, elegant and suave, and he comes from a wealthy family.
In terms of knowledge, he is not necessarily any worse than Zhang Wenkang, the 'talented man in white'. The title of 'the most talented man in the capital' should go to him!"
"Both of you are wrong. If you want to say that the 'number one talent in the capital' is the 'upright talent' from our Hanlin Academy, Wen Qianshi. To compete for the 'number one talent in the capital' is not a matter of birth and appearance.
, but rather than real knowledge. Wen Qianshi is the youngest and most promising scholar in our college. His articles are even praised by the emperor. Who can compare between Zhang Wenkang and Hao Mengyang? What's more, he is still famous in the capital.
The brother of Medical Officer Wen, Medical Officer Wen is such a talented woman, even if her brother is half as good as her, he is enough to look down upon the entire capital!"
Yang Ning could tell when he stood at the door. Sitting here were both tribute students from the Imperial Academy and bachelors from the Hanlin Academy. They were divided into three groups, each cheering for the talents they supported. This was somewhat similar to Twenty-one
Fans of the century are spitting and even fighting in order to support their idols, but now these so-called talented students are much more civilized in their methods, and even their words are polite.
Yang Ning knew that the "Guozijian" was the central official school of the Ming Dynasty. It was the highest institution of education in the Ming Dynasty's education system and was equivalent to a modern university. The students admitted to the "Guozijian" were outstanding scholars from various states, prefectures and counties.
Selected from among the members, the Gongsheng students are equivalent to the deputy list of candidates. Most of them are very hopeful that they can pass the examination in the three-year examination. Becoming a Gongsheng student is actually equivalent to having one foot in the officialdom.
Already.
The Hanlin Academy is in charge of matters such as making imperial edicts and compiling history. It is also responsible for the examination system, correcting documents, and serves as the emperor's advisor. It has Hanlin bachelors, bachelors of the Imperial Academy, bachelors of the imperial lectures, etc.
Even though the top leader in the Hanlin Academy only holds a fifth-grade official position, these Hanlin bachelors have always been called the "choices of nobles and nobles" because there is an unwritten rule in the Ming Dynasty that those who join the cabinet and participate in politics in the future must be
Only a Hanlin bachelor is born. Once a Hanlin bachelor is elected to the six departments, he has achieved enlightenment. If he is elected to the cabinet again, he will be a noble minister!
Yang Ning is well aware of the dangers of the ancient imperial examination system. The so-called "talents" he cultivated are indeed empty talk scholars who are full of beautiful articles but have few real talents. However, these people have a strong sense of superiority and always feel that they are
Talents are a superior class and should be worshiped by others.
Yang Ning is very annoyed by this kind of people. In his opinion, the farmers who cultivate the land are thousands of times better than them. At least they can produce food and contribute to the society, but these talented students are not.
It's rare to find someone useful. This can be seen by just looking at the boring things they are doing now to pursue fame and fortune.
"good--!"
The chatter downstairs was lively, and the commotion upstairs was even louder. The loud cheers resounded through the roof. It seems that these talented bachelors sitting below still can't get on the stage. The real show is upstairs, presumably there
The "Three Great Talents" are also on it.
To be honest, Yang Ning really wanted to see if the so-called "talents" of this era were what he imagined. He also wanted to see what the so-called "talents and learning" of these "talents" were, just to gain more experience.
Let’s take a look at the characteristics of this era and integrate into this era as soon as possible!
"Guests, our store is full today. Please go elsewhere. I'm so sorry!" Yang Ning was about to lead Princess Yongning and Ying'er into the store and go upstairs when a waiter with a long camera came over and stopped them.
The waiter spoke very politely and thoughtfully, and seemed well-trained.
But Yang Ning was not polite. He jumped in front of Princess Yongning and glared: "You are blind, don't you know that our young master is a friend of the 'upright scholar' Wen Gong? This time I came to see him and the other two talents."
The fight was stopped by a waiter like you, if something goes wrong, can you bear it?"
Normally, Yang Ning would never be so arrogant to ordinary people, but he has seen too many people who are willing to accept the tough and not the soft, and look down on others. If he wants to go to the second floor today, it really won't work if he doesn't do it!
The waiter was obviously frightened by Yang Ning, but he didn't panic. He just lowered his head and said: "I'm really sorry for neglecting several guests. Since they are friends of Mr. Wen, let's invite them upstairs!"
Yang Ning snorted, stepped aside and said, "Master, please come upstairs!"
Princess Yongning smiled slightly, led Ying'er through the door and walked straight to the stairs. Yang Ning followed behind as if there was no one else around, completely ignoring the strange, surprised, suspicious looks and buzzing comments from the talented Gongsheng students around them.
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When going upstairs, Princess Yongning turned around and whispered: "Yang Ning, although I know Medical Officer Wen, I have never seen her brother. What should I do if I get dressed later?"
Yang Ning said indifferently: "What does this have to do with it? Could it be that the waiter in the shop will come to supervise our connection with Na Wen Qianshi? There are so many people and he is too busy to take care of us!"
Princess Yongning glared at him and said, "I just realized now that you are so skilled at telling lies without blinking or heartbeat!"
Yang Ning chuckled and said: "The situation requires it, the situation requires it!"
The layout on the second floor of this natural residence is obviously a higher level than the first floor. The consumption must be higher than that on the first floor. The owner of this restaurant is really well versed in business management. He has divided different levels of places for different consumer groups.
The first and second floors are the lobby, and the third, fourth, and fifth floors must be private rooms, and the higher you go, the more upscale and luxurious the decorations are, and the more expensive the consumption. The top floor can enjoy the bustling city of Beijing, and you must have a good meal.
The price of the meal is sky-high!
The table in the middle of the lobby was slightly higher than the surrounding tables. The tables next to it were almost full, but there were only three people sitting at this table. Looking at the situation, Yang Ning judged that these three people must be the "three major people in Beijing".
"talented man", the three of them seemed to be young and about the same age as him.
The young man sitting on the north side of the table is dressed in white clothes like snow, has a jade face and red lips, and is as handsome as jade. However, in Yang Ning's opinion, he looks a bit "pretty". Just by looking at his clothes, this must be him.
That "talented man in white" Zhang Wenkang!
Sitting on the east side of the table is a young man with a handsome face and a slender figure. He is wearing a brand-new Hangzhou silk shirt. He holds a fine black bone and gold folding fan in his hand, fanning it gently from time to time, with an expression that says:
He is extremely chic, and judging by his temperament, he is probably the "carefree talented man" Hao Mengyang. This Hao Mengyang is more pleasing to the eye than Zhang Wenkang.
Finally, Wen Qianshi, who was sitting on the west side of the table, seemed to be a little older, about 20 years old. He was wearing a fine Gebu long gown with green silk straight trim. Compared with the other two, he looked much shabbier. This man had a face with Chinese characters.
He has thick eyebrows and big eyes. Although he is not as thin and tender as Zhang Wenkang, he still has a dignified appearance and an upright look on his face, which does not live up to his reputation as an "upright and talented man".
Yang Ning quickly identified the talents of each of these three people!
Sitting behind the three great talents, there are a group of Gongsheng students. They must be the "fans" of each talent who are worthy of being on the stage. There are quite a few of them, and they are loyally crowding behind their respective "idols" with expressions on their faces.
Excitement and excitement!
The people sitting on the periphery were from various religions and dressed in different colors. These people should be considered special guests, and they must all be respectable people.
Among these people, it was two people who caught Yang Ning's attention. These two people were sitting on a table at the top, looking like judges. The one on the left was a middle-aged scribe.
The middle-aged scribe has a handsome look and three long beards. Although he only wears an ordinary green-faced scribe's uniform, he has an aloof and refined temperament. At first glance, he is not an ordinary person.
The person sitting on the right made Yang Ning shrink when he saw it. This person turned out to be an acquaintance. His fat figure looked so familiar. This person was none other than Monk Fakong from Longfu Temple. He didn't expect him.
That half-skilled monk actually came here to be the "judge"! We haven't seen him for a few days. It seems that this old monk has become a little fatter. The already very wide Taishi chair can't accommodate his huge body. Yang Ning is really worried that he will use that chair.
I collapsed!
Yang Ning didn't want to be seen by Fakong in this situation, but Fakong was so skilled. Looking at him smiling and laughing, in fact, he was not aware of the situation in the field. Yang Ning and the three of them were together.
Chapter completed!