The next day was another sunny day with clear blue sky and cloudless sky.
On this day, Qi Yu got up early, washed up neatly, then put on his examination attire, then put a big red flower around his chest, and a proud new imperial examination candidate jumped out.
Yes, today is the day for the Governor's grand deer-crowing banquet, but you must not be late.
I heard that the governor's name is Lu Boxuan. He was originally a second-ranked Jinshi. After he became an official, he worked diligently in political affairs and finally reached the high position of governor.
Qi Yu followed the instructions on the invitation and found the venue of the banquet soon.
Then a Yamen servant ran over to receive him and led him to a hall.
There are quite a few people.
Yes, a lot of people have already arrived. They are greeting each other, socializing, and chatting. We all belong to the same department, so there is no harm in getting to know each other. It is a very valuable personal connection.
Judging from the age structure of these people, most of them are people who know their destiny, and there are not many people in their thirties.
In addition, the Yamen servant also told Qi Yu that there were 180 candidates in this high school, including 80 on the main list and 100 on the deputy list.
Quite a lot indeed!
Compared to the past, this is already a very high admission rate!
Enke is indeed different.
Qi Yu found a corner and sat down, then grabbed the sunflower seeds on the table and ate them. He didn't want any money, so why not eat them?
A casual glance revealed that his old roommate Yin Jun was getting acquainted with others and did not notice his arrival.
Huh? He got hit too?
I still remember that when he walked out of the gate of Gongyuan, he once said that he was super performer and full of confidence. Looking at it now, he must have won in all likelihood.
…
Not long after, the governor Lu Boxuan walked out with the chief envoy, the inspector envoy and others.
"You talented people, I'm so polite..."
"Your Majesty, you are serious..."
"..."
The people cheered like thunder, and they rushed to flatter each other, and their praise turned into respectful welcome.
After a few words of greeting, Lu Boxuan said: "All distinguished talents, please take your seats according to your ranking."
Everyone responded: "Yes!"
Only then did Qi Yu realize that the seats in the hall had already been arranged, and identification tags had been placed on the table.
Counting down from the main table, they are Jieyuan, Yayuan, three Kuixings, Yakui...
Then, everyone thanked and took their seats.
Qi Yu was the sixth Ya Kui, and his seat was relatively forward. After sitting down, he couldn't help but glance at the people in front of him...
Let’s start with Jieyuan. He is an old man in his sixties, whom he does not recognize.
Looking further back, huh? The person behind him turned out to be Yin Jun!
He... actually won the second place Ya Yuan?
It's over, it's over, this generation has been in chaos, who is the boss now?
At this time, Yin Jun also saw Qi Yu in the sixth place. He was startled at first, and then smiled heartily.
mock up!
I'll make you proud!
You can imagine that what Yin Jun was thinking at this time must be disgusting!
Qi Yu: Alas, it was a very happy day, but a blowfly made me sick.
Yin Jun was even more proud when he saw his shriveled appearance. His mouth was so pouted that it could hang an oil bottle.
??
Qi Yu's eyes widened and he said fiercely: Damn!
Yin Jun smiled with his nostrils pointing towards the sky and replied with his eyes: I am the uncle!
This is a silent 'war', both of them are talking in mute words and communicating through the air.
Yin Jun thought about it for a moment, came up with a plan, hurriedly found a pen and paper, and wrote a note in small regular script. After the ink dried, he crumpled it into a ball, and then passed it from person to person through the hands of his colleagues, and finally passed it to Qi Yu.
in hand.
note?
Qi Yu opened it and saw that he wrote playfully: Villager, whoever seats in front of us is the uncle!
Good on you white-faced guy!
The villain succeeds!
Afterwards, the two of them stared at each other for a few more times, looking disgusted at each other. Finally, they each turned their heads and ignored the other.
This time, Qi Yu was completely at a disadvantage.
I can't help it, where are the seats...
Suddenly, Governor Lu said to Yin Jun: "Well, please exchange seats with Mr. Yin from Yayuan and Mr. Qi from Yakui."
What?
Yin Jun's smile instantly cracked his screen, his face full of disbelief.
Just now I said that whoever has the front seat is the boss. Why do you feel like you shot yourself in the foot now?
To change? Or not to change?
"Sir, does this seem a little inappropriate?" Yin Jun summoned up the courage and asked.
"Huh?" Lu Boxuan frowned and said displeasedly: "What's wrong? Stop asking again and exchange it quickly."
"yes!"
Yin Jun swallowed hard, then walked over with a face like a lady.
"I said, sir, let's change places."
"Oh, it seems that I can't even think of becoming an elder!"
"What do you mean?"
"you know!"
…
In fact, Qi Yu was also very surprised, why did Governor Lu arrange it like this?
All the people in charge also had a look of astonishment on their faces, and couldn't help but take a look at Qi Yugao, the Yakui who kept a low profile!
As for why the position was changed, no one dared to ask.
Yes, this is the governor's decree. Who dares to openly question it?
If you have any doubts, you have to swallow them!
However, Qi Yu smiled happily and calmly sat in the second place, feeling proud of himself.
Yin Jun, on the other hand, drooped his head and showed no interest.
After sitting down, Qi Yu also followed Yin Jun's example and passed a note to him, writing: The person sitting here is the uncle!
Suddenly, Yin Jun's face turned purple...
There was a burst of firecrackers, and the deer roaring banquet began.
The banquet was hosted by Governor Lu personally. Also present at the banquet were: the second in command, the third in command, and the ministers of various offices in the provincial government, etc.
Then, the banquet entered the first part, reciting the song "Deer Ming".
"Howl the deer hums, the apples of the eating fields...The deer roars, the songs of the eating fields...", this poem from "The Book of Songs Xiaoya" has been memorized by everyone, but now it feels like something else when reciting it.
A whole new experience.
After reciting the poem, the banquet entered the second part, Kuixing dance.
Dance?
Only then did Qi Yu remember that dancing is an integral part of etiquette and is indispensable.
There is a record in "Book of the Sui Dynasty": The emperor drank wine, danced up and down, and said "Long Live Long Live" three times. If you don't dance, it would be rude.
The corner of Qi Yu's mouth twitched and he looked at this large group of 'old men' and couldn't help but think of those old men who danced in the square in later generations.
What should I do if I can’t dance?
Then twist it!
The dancing begins...
The governor took the lead and danced gracefully. He was the leader of the entire ceremony.
After that, everyone in the government followed suit and jumped up and down. There was also a bald old man whose legs and feet were not very good, and he was tremblingly jumping around with the help of the yamen servant.
Qi Yu hummed, his belly swaying back and forth, and he followed up with the flute. At a glance, he saw that Yin Jun's dancing posture was standard, even a little graceful, and had the style of Cao Zhi.
Finally, the ceremony is over!
Then comes the third part of the banquet - the Deer Crying Banquet Poetry.
Composing poetry?
This was a bit difficult. Qi Yu thought hard and finally followed the trend and wrote a limerick, which was not outstanding.
However, there are indeed talented people who can write poems in seven steps, especially when they are walking slowly with a wine glass in hand, they have a Taibai style.
In this link, the most outstanding person is undoubtedly Yin Jun. He not only wrote poems quickly, but also composed a poem with seven unique features that hides the head, which is amazing.
Yin Jun glanced over and showed off: Haha, am I awesome?
Qi Yu pointed to his seat and stared back: Uncle!
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After struggling for a long time, everyone was also hungry, and finally it was time for dinner.
Serve!
The table was filled with good wine, good food, and delicacies worthy of the name. This time, the provincial government was not stingy and showed sincerity.
Qi Yu secretly thought: Oh, it would be great if I could bring Xiaotong here, she likes sweets the most...
After that, they toasted to each other and got to know each other. Qi Yu didn't drink much, so he just showed off.
Soon after midnight, the banquet broke up.
Then, with a sense of satisfied vanity, everyone left the table almost bursting with laughter.
Qi Yu looked at the leftovers on the table: It's a pity that they can't be packaged.
After walking a few steps, Governor Lu suddenly said: "Qi Yu, you stay!"
??Something happened?
"Uh...yes, sir."
Everyone, including Yin Jun, turned around after hearing the sound, stayed there for a while, and then left thoughtfully.
Qi Yu was a little panicked. Previously, the governor asked him to change seats with Yin Jun, but now he kept him. Is there some reason?