"Magistrate Yang, what are the students outside making noise about? It sounds like they are talking about injustice. What is going on?"

The examiner came with several other invigilators. This matter was related to their reputation, so they naturally had to ask questions clearly.

"My lords, it's like this. Fang Jinyang, a candidate from Yuanshan County, won the first place in the examination. Others are a little confused." The master stood up and replied.

Several examiners breathed a sigh of relief. They had all read Fang Jinyang's article, and they decided the ranking together, so naturally there would be no problem.

"Then just post his test paper and let those people see if he deserves the first place." The examiner made the final decision.

"yes."

The government examination has always made the top three test papers public, but it has not transcribed seven copies yet, so it is not easy for Yuanshan County to publish them first. Now that the examiner has spoken, they will post the Yuanshan County papers first.

…

"Students, please calm down first. This is the important place of the county government and the office of the imperial officials. Are you allowed to make so much noise?" It was still the clerk who came out to post the papers.

"Sir, if we had to yell at the government office, I would be so depressed that I cannot let go. The county and government examinations are meant to seek talents, but now there is a person who got completely different results in these two exams. We are really stupid, and we still can't.

Please help us clear up our doubts." A student stepped forward and cupped his hands.

"I will clear up your doubts right away. What I have in hand are the top three test papers of this government examination. Now I will post them together for you to take a look. Let's talk after reading them."

The clerk posted the test paper on the wall, and everyone immediately gathered around to read it. The meanings of the scriptures and the three nine-chapter questions were all correct, and the five-character rhyme poems were neatly contrasted and expressed their thoughts directly. The essay questions were even more precise and meaningful.

It makes people marvel.

If these people can't get to the top of the list, then who else has the right to be the top?

The booing person fell silent, but the student who spoke was even more unconvinced.

"This Fang Jinyang came last in the exam last time and barely passed. But this time he was able to write such a good article. Could it be that he got enlightened within a few days? Or was it for some other reason? Of course, if he could get it in advance,

I can explain the test questions quite well."

As soon as this statement came out, the clerk knew that something was wrong. I don't know what this person was thinking. He just said it was unfair, but now after reading the article, he implicated fraud. This is to muddy the waters!

The county magistrate finally couldn't sit still anymore and hurriedly led the people out. With a glance of his majestic eyes, the people immediately became quiet.

"I heard that some people suspected that there was fraud in this government examination. I really couldn't sit still, so I came out to take a look. Apart from Fang Jinyang of Yuanshan County, are there other people you suspect? If so.

, I would like to mention it together now so that I can know it."

The rankings of the others on the list did not fluctuate too much, and some people from other counties were added in the middle. No one's rankings fluctuated as much as Fang Jinyang's.

When no one spoke, the county magistrate said: "Take the county examination papers and post them."

Soon, someone brought over the test paper sealed in red paper, and then found Fang Jinyang's test paper in front of everyone.

As soon as I posted it, everyone was surprised, because Fang Jinyang's article was also very good, and the theory should not be ranked last. Someone who was careful pointed out that Fang Jinyang missed a question and did not copy it.

This gave them a reason. If they didn't copy the questions, they clearly showed contempt for the examination room. How could such people pass the test?

The county magistrate smiled coldly and asked, "Is Fang Jinyang from Yong'an Town down there?"

"The student is here." Fang Jinyang walked out from the crowd calmly and bowed respectfully to the county magistrate, "The student is Fang Jinyang from Yong'an Town."

The county magistrate nodded. This man was calm, and could remain indifferent to everyone's doubts.

"Explain to everyone why you didn't do the nine-chapter question."

"Yes, the student is ashamed. I have been weak since I was a child, and I catch a cold every year due to weather changes. On the day of the county examination, the student actually had a fever. The high fever made him dizzy, so he missed a question. It was really not true.

I did it on purpose, and I dare not look down on the examination room. I hope you will forgive me."

"It's good that he still insisted on finishing the exam despite feeling unwell." The county magistrate praised him. "It's not that he despises the exam room, but that he is powerless. I've always come to rule the world with benevolence. How can I not be open-minded to candidates who work so hard?"

?Besides, his articles are indeed better than many others."

"However, if in the future students can't do the questions and then lie about being unwell, can they just ignore it? Wouldn't it be too emotional?"

Chu Ci could tell that he was probably a gangster, and his purpose was probably not that simple.

"Who are you?" The county magistrate looked at this scholar who was always aggressive and vaguely occupied the leading position among the candidates.

"The student is Zhao Zhaoming from Qinghe Town." Zhao Zhaoming's voice was particularly loud when he introduced himself, and everyone standing at the alley probably heard his name.

If this matter is really done by him, then when people mention Zhao Zhaoming in the future, he will probably be someone who is not afraid of power and has the courage to expose the darkness.

The common people always spread the word about this kind of thing quickly, and they also like people who dare to resist very much.

However, at this time, Zhao Zhaoming was planning to climb up the ranks by relying on the reputation of the county magistrate and Fang Jinyang, which Chu Chuci could not agree with.

Just as the county magistrate was about to launch an attack, Chu Ci stood up and said, "My parents are kind to me, and my students also have something to say."

"Who are you? What do you want to say?" The county magistrate's eyes are not kind. Zhao Zhaoming has already given him a headache. Now another one comes out. What does he want to do?

"Student Chang Xicun Chu Ci, I met my old parents."

Chu Ci? There are few scholars in Yuanshan County who don’t know Chu Ci. I heard that he was wrongfully involved in a fraud case last year. He should be very angry at the person who committed the fraud. The students present thought so.

The county magistrate's expression softened. He was deeply impressed by Chu Ci, the author of Cihai Collection. From what the book manager said, he should be a person who is very aware of current affairs.

"No need to be polite, just say whatever you want."

"Brothers, I actually think this matter is somewhat unfair."

Magistrate Yang's expression suddenly became very ugly, while Zhao Zhaoming was a little disdainful. What's the use now? He is the one everyone remembers.

"But it's not unfair to you, but it's unfair to Jinyang."

Chu Ci looked at everyone's surprised expressions and continued: "You are all people who have passed the county examination. You should know the rules for obtaining official positions in the county examination. It is the duty of a scholar to paste the scriptures and ink their meanings. This question does not

There are only a few mistakes allowed, but once you make a mistake, you don’t need to look at the rest and just don’t take it.”

"The nine-chapter questions were added after he ascended the throne. Before that, scholars only studied articles and did not know the nine chapters, so he allowed two of the three to be chosen. In other words, if two of the three nine-chapter questions were correct, then

Can be admitted. Yes or no?"

"Looking at Brother Fang's articles again, both poems and essays are superior to others. Two questions in the nine chapters are also correct. He shouldn't be ranked last, but his parents put him last. Everyone.

Have you ever wondered why this is?"

Everyone was deep in thought, but only the magistrate smiled faintly, obviously knowing what he was about to say.

"Those people ranked above him are deficient compared to him, but you have worked hard on the questions and your parents are kind and can't bear to put you below them, so they ranked Fang Jinyang at the bottom. And Fang Jinyang

Generally speaking, his poems and articles are very good, but after all, there are some regrets. The last point is also a warning, so that he will remember not to neglect it next time. My old parents love talents and cherish them, and they think about you in every aspect.

Now you are still gathering people to roar and interfere with your work. I think this is also unfair to your benevolent heart!"

Zhao Zhaoming muttered twice, but found that he didn't know where to criticize, so he could only give up in frustration.

Others shouted: "My parents are kind and righteous, but we are ignorant. I hope my parents will forgive me."

"How can you forgive me? We are a family. Our teeth can touch our lips, so what about you and me? We just have a heart-to-heart talk today. I don't know anything else."

The county magistrate laughed loudly, and others laughed too. The originally tense atmosphere suddenly became harmonious.

Zhao Zhaoming's face turned gloomy. He glared at Chu Ci fiercely and then left. If things didn't work out today, he offended the county magistrate again. Fortunately, he had passed the county and government examinations, otherwise it would have been terrible.

Chu Ci, Zhang and Fang also dispersed with the crowd. Fang Jinyang looked grateful, while Zhang Wenhai looked happy.

"Brother Chu, I just thought you were going to speak for that person. I was scared to death. You didn't see that. Your words made Zhao Zhaoming's face turn black. It made me laugh so hard."

"Yes, thanks to Brother Chu for speaking up, otherwise I might not be able to argue with you today." Fang Jinyang smiled bitterly, and after the hospital test was over, he was going to find a temple to clean up for a while to get rid of bad luck.

"By the way, I haven't congratulated you, Brother Fang, for becoming a student. If you get first place in the college examination, you will be the second best." Chu Ci cupped his hands and said.

He must pass the first college examination in the government examination. Even if Fang Jinyang does not take the college examination, he is still a standard scholar. He can be regarded as having paid off his hardships.

"Yes, Jinyang, how are you? I have to take another test tomorrow to find out." Zhang Wenhai said.

"Tomorrow's test is the easiest. If you get thirty-two in the imperial examination, you should be able to pass the college examination." Chu Ci patted him on the shoulder. As long as he didn't seek death, he would be a scholar.

Back at the academy, it was just when school was about to end in Mengtong Hall. Chu Ci was going to wait outside the door, but happened to meet Butler Xu at the door who was delivering something.

Ordinary people are not allowed to enter the Mengtong Pavilion. Even if Butler Xu wants to use some tricks, he can't. Moreover, he doesn't dare to go in. He is afraid that the young master will cry and make a fuss, so he will take him back if he is soft-hearted.

"Chu Xiucai, you came at the right time. These things are for you, in triplicate. Remember to take them together later."

There are two large packages on the ground, which are full and heavy at first sight.

"Butler Xu, why are you so polite? You just need to prepare little friend Zhongli's."

"Chu Xiucai was joking. I asked you to take care of my young master this time because I was so shameless. I didn't have time to deal with the scholar's complaint last time, but it cost you money. This little thought is nothing.

What?" Butler Xu said.

"It's okay, don't say that Brother Kou is helping me. Even if he has never helped me, for the sake of little friend Zhongli and my nephew being classmates, he should still help each other."

"Oh, talking about my young master, Chu Xiucai, I wrote a letter to the young master before. When I mentioned this matter, my young master was very angry and said that what I did was unfair. He specially revised a letter and told you personally.

Sin." Butler Xu took out another letter from his arms with a smile.

Chu Ci:...Are you addicted to writing?

"My young master also said that there was no response to my last letter to you. I guess it was because it was too presumptuous and made you unhappy. If it is convenient for Chu Xiucai, can you also send a letter to my young master?"

Butler Xu was lying low in order to gain his trust, and Chu Ci couldn't bear to embarrass him. Besides, he also admired Brother Kou's character. In this case, why not make a pen pal?

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