This is Zhao Qi's helplessness and the most difficult psychological threshold for him to overcome.
I thought that I would be able to reach high school and skyrocket from there, and that my family’s life would also be improved by then, and that I would be able to marry the girl Zhaodi.
But now, I sadly failed.
For these literati from poor backgrounds, the imperial examination was the only chance to change their destiny.
If you can't go to high school, your life will not change from now on.
And because of this, every time there is an imperial examination, literati will squeeze their heads and keep entering!
Because this kind of opportunity to change your destiny is really only in this life!
Lin Yiqiu drank tea and sighed: "The so-called spring breeze is so good that horses' hoofs are so bad that they can see all the flowers in Chang'an in one day."
"I failed the general examination, and my pride turned to disappointment. I am really helpless."
"These two lines of poems by Mr. Lin are truly a great talent!"
After Zhao Qi heard the two lines of poetry written by Lin Yiqiu, his expression changed instantly.
Because these two lines of poetry describe the feeling of pride of high school imperial examination vividly!
It's just that at this moment, he is completely opposite to what he said in the poem.
Lin Yiqiu smiled and waved his hand and said, "But the results of the final examination have not come out yet. Why are you so sure that you have failed?"
"Maybe someone will take a fancy to your article and then mention your article to the top three. This is not necessarily true."
"Hey, Mr. Lin, how dare I think of such a good thing?"
Zhao Qi smiled bitterly and shook his head.
"A lot of news about the results of this examination has been leaked, and almost all the candidates know about it."
"My friend Brother Jia also asked many questions and confirmed that the ranking is indeed true!"
"Mr. Lin, thank you for comforting me, but I, Zhao Qi, have indeed failed in this examination. Alas, I have been studying the books of sages for so many years and traveling to so many places, but it is all in vain!"
Lifting the tea cup, Zhao Qi was filled with emotion.
Lin Yiqiu looked at the young man in front of him, and after several conversations, he had almost figured out his character.
Although this Zhao Qi is rigid, he is affectionate and righteous, and he is indeed very ambitious.
When Zhao Di jumped down earlier, apart from himself, only Zhao Qi would rush to rescue her.
From this point of view, his feelings for Zhaodi are also genuine, and he is not someone who started to get into trouble and then gave up.
It was just because after failing the exam, I felt that I could not give Na Zhaodi the life she wanted, so I was unwilling to take her away.
This is also the right choice.
Although Yinxian House is not a high-end brothel in Gaijing, its business is quite good due to its low price.
Moreover, judging from the reaction of Qin's mother and the reactions of the girls in Yinxian Tower, Zhao Di must be living a good life here.
Leaving here and following Zhao Qi is indeed too risky.
On the other hand, Zhao Qi is also very responsible!
The article is well written, sentimental and righteous. Although it is rigid, it can become the foundation for uprightness in the future!
This Zhao Qi can be said to be quite suitable as the number one scholar!
Thinking of this, Lin Yiqiu showed a satisfied smile.
After a while, he said: "Well, you continue to visit Yinxian Tower, take good care of Miss Zhaodi, and never let her do such irrational things again."
"This is some money I gave you, and it will be used as your living expenses in the capital."
After saying this, Lin Yiqiu took out a banknote from his pocket, and the price was one hundred taels!
Zhao Qi was stunned and quickly waved his hand to refuse!
"Mr. Lin, you have been kind to me for rescuing Zhao Di. How can I accept this money now?"
"I, Zhao Qi, would like to thank Mr. Lin for his kindness, but the food I have received is definitely not what I want!"
As expected, Zhao Qi directly refused.
Lin Yiqiu didn't care about this and forcefully stuffed it into the opponent's hands.
Then, he added: "I'm not giving this to you for free, I have conditions."
"Think of these one hundred taels as the expenses I lent you to live in the capital. You will have the opportunity to pay them back later."
"As for how to pay it back, it depends on what my conditions are."
With a slight smile on his lips, Lin Yiqiu looked like an old fox at this moment.
Zhao Qi hesitated for a long time, gritted his teeth and said: "Master Lin, I can borrow it, but if I, Zhao Qi, are asked to do anything that goes against justice in the future, I, Zhao Qi, will never agree!"
"If that's the case, please Mr. Lin, please take it back!"
"Of course I won't let you do anything bad. Do I look like a bad person?"
Lin Yiqiu held his wrist to prevent him from refusing any more.
These one hundred taels should be regarded as my donation and help to a kind, righteous and talented scholar.
As for the future conditions, as long as Zhao Qi successfully becomes an official in the future, Lin Yiqiu will have the ability to shape him into a sharp sword for the Daqian Kingdom!
Today, Lin Yiqiu rescued Zhao Di first and provided help in times of need. Even if other officials want to bribe Zhao Qi in the future.
With Zhao Qi's character, he will not be dragged into the water together.
And this is what Lin Yiqiu cares about most!
The country of Daqian needs people who are almost rigid in their principles to clean up the atmosphere in the officialdom!
Later, Lin Yiqiu said again: "As for the ranking of this examination, haha, when did you originally plan to leave Beijing?"
"This... Since I have failed the examination, it will be no different if I stay any longer. Therefore, I plan to leave quietly after Zhaodi confirms that there is no problem in two days."
"That way, she won't be so sad and can forget about me as soon as possible."
Zhao Qi's eyes dimmed slightly, it seemed that he had already thought about what to do.
Lin Yiqiu smiled and said: "Then listen to me this time, you don't have to be in such a hurry to leave Beijing."
"How about we wait until the palace examination is announced and then decide whether to stay or leave?"
"This...I have already failed, so why wait for the results of the palace examination?"
Zhao Qi was extremely puzzled.
Lin Yiqiu didn't explain much, just patted him on the shoulder.
"You will know the reason, Mr. Zhao, I also want a promise from you!"
"promise?"
Zhao Qi's face was full of doubts.,
Lin Yiqiu's voice suddenly became serious: "I want you to promise that if you become an official in the future, you will definitely live up to your original ambitions! Be a good official who serves the country and the people with a breeze in your sleeves!"
"I..."
Zhao Qi was stunned and said, he no longer thought he had any chance of becoming an official, so what's the use of saying this?
But after a while, he still raised his hands and swore: "If I have the opportunity, I will naturally be a good, fair and selfless official! If I violate it, I will be punished by God!"
"Master Lin, alas, I can abide by this oath for the rest of my life, but it is no longer useful."
"Useless? You must always remember this sentence from now on! As for the result of this test, I will only tell you one thing! Until the end! Everything is possible!"
After saying that, Lin Yiqiu had already stood up.
"Zhao Qi, I hope you will take good care of Miss Zhaodi. We will see her often in the future."
Bang, Lin Yiqiu had already closed the door and left.
Zhao Qi was left alone in the room, holding the one hundred taels of silver notes in a daze!
"Who is this Mr. Lin? What on earth does he mean?" This chapter has been completed!
