The busiest market in the East Market was buzzing with people, and many people gathered from all over to ask why. They were all like Lao Zhang and others who came to watch the excitement after hearing the news.
The imperial list was posted on the notice board at the entrance of the market, and there were enthusiastic scholars nearby to help announce the imperial edict. In order for the people to understand, he had to translate the elegant written language into vernacular. Too many people had no choice but to go forward, he said.
My mouth was dry and I had not been able to meet the needs of the people, so I hurriedly drank some water and was urged by the next group of people to continue explaining.
Lao Zhang and others happened to catch up. The scholar had just finished reading the imperial edict, and there was a lot of discussion around him. An old woman with gray hair couldn't believe it, and asked the scholar again and again: "Is it true? Is this true? Your Majesty asked Mrs. Ning Guo to save me.
Are you waiting for the lonely old man?"
The scholar took the trouble to explain: "Auntie, it was Mrs. Ning Guo who spontaneously did good deeds. Your Majesty was grateful for Mrs. Ning Guo's kindness, and issued an imperial edict to ask Li Zheng to cooperate. If your family is poor, or if you have a scholar at home, please go find her as soon as possible.
You are currently applying for the relevant certificates, otherwise there will be too many people going through the formalities later and you will not be able to get the good cards for a while."
"You're right! You're right!"
The old woman woke up from a dream, held the scholar's hand and thanked her profusely: "My son has been studying for more than ten years, and his family is too poor to support his education. Now that the court is willing to support scholars, it is a blessing for thousands of us people!"
My son no longer has to be burdened by his family’s financial situation and be troubled day and night.”
The scholar saw that her conversation was organized and liked her, so he added one more sentence: "Madam, you must know that the treasury's silver is limited, and it does not help scholars to enter academic examinations for free. If they succeed in studying in the future, the silver they spend needs to be as much as
The amount will be repaid. If your ability is limited, it is best to find another job, lest you be unable to repay when the repayment period is up, and end up in jail."
He felt that the old woman's son had not obtained any honors for so many years and must have poor qualifications, so he kindly advised him not to continue to waste money and financial resources.
After all, the imperial court's application for student aid is conditional. In addition to being from a poor family, the applicant must be both good in character and academics. If he fails the imperial examination repeatedly, he will not only lose the opportunity after exceeding the limit, but also face disaster, both public and private.
It's a scandal.
The old woman did not accept his suggestion, but said confidently: "My son is quick in literary thinking and talented. His ability is not inferior to that of Jing Ningbo. Before, he was only hindered by his family background. Now that he has the opportunity, he will definitely
You can soar into the sky and become a master!"
The scholar's face paled.
It's not because of the old woman's pretentious bragging about her son. Jing Ningbo's height is worthy of every scholar to look up to and pursue. It's not a big mistake for a young man to be a little arrogant, but the old woman's idea of not being grateful and just pursuing fame and fortune.
It's not pleasing.
If the national treasury wastes money and cultivates a group of politicians who pursue fame and wealth, what is the use?
The scholar was confused and no longer paid attention to the old woman, nor was he interested in reading out the imperial edict. He walked aimlessly and looked at the various appearances of all living beings. His doubts deepened and he couldn't figure out what benefits this policy would bring to the court.
After all, even without the support of the imperial court, there are still many scholars in the world studying for academic examinations!
Suddenly, someone seemed to shout "Mrs. Ning Guo" next to him. He was refreshed. He looked up and found a woman in gorgeous clothes walking out of a shop. After a closer look, it turned out that it was him who had arrived unknowingly.
National Color”.
Seeing that Mrs. Ning Guo was about to board the carriage and leave, he had the courage to step forward and stop her, shouting, "Mrs. Ning Guo, please stay. Student Gao Yu has something unclear, please take the time to answer it!"
Ye Zhenzhen paused and looked back, her brows furrowed in confusion.
