Chapter 16: Announcement of the big exam near the end of the year
When the New Year is approaching, the results of the big exam are released. The first place is Princess Jinyang, but the name on the list is 'Li', the second place is Qin Huaiyu, the third place is Xue Li, and the next twenty or so are all descendants of nobles.
, but not all of them were dignitaries of the day or children of aristocratic families. Seven or eight of them were actually the sons of low-ranking officials of the sixth or seventh rank, which surprised many people.
In addition, a total of 100 people were admitted this time, which is the first batch of college students.
Many people who knew the identity of the number one 'Li' secretly accused the emperor of playing dirty tricks and actually admitted their own daughter to be the number one.
However, when they discovered that the eldest son of the emperor, Prince An, Li Chengjing, was not among the hundred people, they were speechless because it made no sense at all. There was no need for the emperor to open the back door only for his daughter but not for his son.
Among the first batch of college students, there were fewer girls, only twelve or three, and the rest were all male students. This is also in line with the reality, because many people have outdated ideas and think that it is enough for their daughter to read and write, and
At the age of fourteen or fifteen, it is time for marriage, so it is not suitable to continue reading.
In addition, the boys from Yu Chigong and Cheng Yaojin successfully failed the list.
They originally wanted to ask the emperor for a chance to enroll their son in college, but after seeing that Prince An failed to pass the exam, they immediately gave up the idea and focused on going home and beating their son violently.
Shame on you!
The people in Chang'an had a lot more to talk about. Many people also said that Qin Dalang was very capable and could actually get second place in the exam, which was really unexpected.
Manna Hall.
"Yeah, my daughter passed the exam!" Jin Yang hugged the emperor's arm and said coquettishly.
"I know, I know." Li Zhiyun pinched her little nose dotingly. In fact, he knew who was admitted to the university early on, but he just didn't say it. In addition to Jinyang, Yongning and Li Lizhi also entered the university.
Jinyang smiled and said, "Yeah, you said that you would give your daughter a reward if she gets admitted to college."
"Well, I haven't forgotten, you said, what do you want."
Jinyang's big eyes moved and he said: "My daughter hasn't thought about it yet, so I owe you first."
"Okay, you dare to let me owe you. All civil and military officials in the court are not as good as you, a little girl." Li Zhiyun said with a smile: "Okay, you owe me for now. When you think about it, I will reward you."
"Hehe, thank you very much."
He has never been able to do anything about his eldest daughter. She is smart and cute, and never makes trouble without reason. He naturally dotes on her and spoils her.
Because he got good grades in the exam, Jinyang was in a good mood these days, with a light smile on his face.
When I left Ganlu Hall, I happened to see Li Chengjing.
"My little sister has met her brother."
"There is no need to be polite Jinyang." Li Chengjing said with a smile: "Brother, I haven't congratulated you on being admitted to college."
"It's not too late to say it now," Jin Yang said with a smile.
The brother and sister chatted for a few words and then dispersed.
Li Chengjing looked at the Manlu Palace and asked to see his father with a wry smile. He came to admit his mistake because he had embarrassed his father.
After the father and son met, Li Zhiyun did not blame him much, but comforted him.
"If you still want to take the exam, you can wait until next year and join other children." Li Zhiyun suggested.
Students who did not pass the exam have this option.
Li Chengjing thought for a while and said, "Let me think about it."
"Well, think about it slowly, don't be in a hurry."
He would not interfere with Li Chengjing's choice, because the eldest son had a very weak character. Once he spoke, no matter what decision he made, the eldest son would definitely agree. He didn't want to say that, because the eldest son was not a child who needed supervision.
The Duke's Mansion of the State of Yue.
Because Qin Qiong was admitted to college, Qin Qiong finally no longer had a bad face when facing her son, and Qin Huaiyu no longer had to be cautious at home.
"Very good, you have lived up to your efforts." Qin Qiong said.
Qin Huaiyu said flatteringly: "It is because of my father's full support that my child can pass the exam."
Qin Qiong nodded with satisfaction, and then said: "You must not slack off, the first place in this big test is His Highness Jinyang."
"Is this true?" Qin Huaiyu was dumbfounded. He was punished by the emperor and grounded, so he did not look at the list.
"Really." After saying that, Qin Qiong added: "Wang An failed the exam."
"Ah?" At this moment, Qin Huaiyu had no doubts at all. King An had already failed the list, so who could criticize the authenticity of the list.
Lost again.
No wonder His Highness Jinyang looks down on me.
Qin Huaiyu lowered his head in despair, looking decadent.
Qin Qiong didn't hit him, just let him have a good rest, and then got up and went out to drink. A few days ago, he was too embarrassed to go out, but now, he wanted to mock Yuchi Gong and others.
Qin Huaiyu returned to his small yard and looked at the cold wind blowing, feeling very lonely.
He can now be sure that he just likes His Highness Jinyang, but he is so outstanding and noble, is he worthy of him?
Adolescent boys feel the deep malice of the world and feel that they have no hope at all.
In the prosperous Tang Dynasty, the New Year was naturally lively and festive. If the Tang Dynasty was in a critical period towards its prosperity in the past two years, then now, the Tang Dynasty is already in its prosperous age, and it will get better and better.
There are still more than ten days before the New Year's Eve, and every household in Chang'an has begun to buy new year's goods, and merchants from all over the Tang Dynasty have also arrived in droves.
Li Zhiyun temporarily took off his busy government duties and took some time to take Changsun and Li Lizhi out for fun. Outside, he was dressed in ordinary clothes and pretended to be an ordinary person.
Li Lizhi was admitted to college and was in a good mood. She talked a lot along the way and laughed very happily from time to time.
"Look at the child, he doesn't look like a lady at all." Changsun gently hugged the emperor's arm and pointed at Li Lizhi, who was jumping up and down in front of him.
Li Zhiyun said: "She is still young, so this is more in line with her little daughter's temperament. It was the same in Jinyang a few days ago. It's okay. You don't need to criticize her harshly."
"It's not that small." Changsun said.
"It's okay, as long as I'm here, she will always be a child." Li Zhiyun said with a smile.
Changsun shook her head, feeling very sweet in her heart. Although the emperor could not accompany her all the time, he could always care about her and his daughter. She felt that life like this was quite good now and there was nothing more to ask for.
The two of them visited many places until they were hungry, and then they took a rest in a restaurant.
Li Lizhi held her little face in her hands, looked at the crowd below the restaurant, and said, "It's so lively, even more lively than last year."
Changsun nodded and said: "That's true. Chang'an is becoming more and more lively every year. I still remember Chang'an a few years ago. Although it was also lively, I always felt that something was missing. Now it seems that it is missing the laughter of the people.
Voice."
Li Zhiyun put down the wine cup, gently held Changsun's jade hand, and said with a smile: "What you said seems to be a compliment from the courtiers."
"Your Majesty, just take it as a compliment from my concubine." Changsun said.
Li Zhiyun said: "Then you say a few more words, let me listen and I will be happy."
"Your Majesty!" Changsun was thin-skinned. Not to mention that his daughter was still here, so it was hard for him to be intimate with the emperor. He scolded: "My daughter is still here."
"It's okay." Li Zhiyun didn't care at all, and even kissed her secretly, making her very shy.
When Li Lizhi saw the emperor and her mother being affectionate, she turned away quietly, not daring to look, but her little face turned red with embarrassment.
Changsun drank some wine, her pretty face flushed, and she leaned gently on the emperor's shoulder.
"His Majesty."
"Um?"
"Tonight." She bit her lip and whispered, "Don't go back to the palace, okay?"
Li Zhiyun smiled and said, "Okay, then you have to behave well."
When Changsun heard this, her pretty face became even more rosy.