The Holy Emperor of Ming

Chapter 31 Tang Bohu, Yan Song, Zhang Cong
Under Zhu Youtang's special arrangement, naturally no one took the initiative to mention Zhu Wushi's departure to Zhu Houzhao.

Zhu Houzhao had so many things to do every day that he didn't think about it.

Soon, New Year's Eve of the eleventh year of Hongzhi arrived.

After going out of the palace for a few days, he only remembered his uncle Thirteenth on New Year's Eve.

After learning about the situation, he was unhappy for a while because his uncle Thirteenth didn't take him with him.

But in a blink of an eye, this unhappiness was forgotten.

The twelfth year of Hongzhi arrived.

The capital city became even more lively because the spring imperial examination held every three years was approaching.

This has nothing to do with Zhu Houzhao, and he doesn't care about it, but Wang Shouren will also participate in this examination.

Wang Shouren, a juren, has been the prince's lecturer for nearly two years.

This was undoubtedly a slap in the face of countless officials in the court, resulting in few officials being willing to mention this matter on weekdays.

But, teaching the prince was something they could not give up.

Over the past year, the civil service has sent several officials to the Eastern Palace to serve as lecturers.

They were all beaten by Zhu Houzhao.

They really had no choice but to accept it.

This time, countless officials were watching Wang Shouren's imperial examination.

Some officials actually wanted Wang Shouren to pass the imperial examination and become a Jinshi.

In this way, Wang Shouren would be the same as them and be considered one of their own, which would not be too embarrassing.

But naturally, there were also many officials who were cynical.

I hope Wang Shouren will not pass the imperial examination, so that he will have the dignity to continue to be the prince's lecturer.

Wang Shouren knew this very well, but he didn't take it to heart.

"Xunhuan, this imperial examination is a good opportunity for us. Try to find like-minded people as much as possible." Wang Shouren said more calmly.

"Well, I will try my best to find it." Li Xunhuan nodded heavily, his expression solemn and a little heavy.

Over the past year, they have made friends and found like-minded people.

The harvest was pretty good.

Many officials were happy to make friends with them, especially him.

He could see this clearly too.

Most of these people are not sincere in making friends with him, but just because they have His Royal Highness the Crown Prince standing behind them.

He just wants to use them as a bridge to cling to His Royal Highness the Crown Prince.

Among them, there are very few who are truly capable.

Most of these people can only be wings, not branches.

Therefore, looking among the scholars who have not yet entered the officialdom is one of their best options now.

This time, Wang Shouren had to prepare for the imperial examination, and all the pressure was on him, so he couldn't help but feel heavy.

"Haha, don't worry and feel any pressure.

No matter when, we should have an optimistic attitude.

Believe in the Ming Dynasty, believe in His Royal Highness the Crown Prince, and believe in ourselves, the result will definitely not let us down. " Wang Shouren saw Li Xunhuan's serious look, and immediately smiled and said in a relaxed and carefree manner.

Li Xun Huan savored these words and smiled with relief, like a spring breeze: "Brother, you are right. I will teach you a lesson."

"Your smile always makes people feel close to you.

For this reason alone, you will definitely have many friends.

With your personality, you will probably have friends all over the world in the future.

But we should also be careful of those with ulterior motives." Wang Shouren said with a smile, his tone carrying some meaning.

"Thank you for the compliment, brother. Xunhuan will remember it." Li Xunhuan replied with a smile.

As soon as Wang Shouren saw this, he realized that Li Xunhuan did not really take his last words to heart.

He was not surprised because that was the other person's personality.

Without saying much, he changed the subject: "Speaking of which, you are getting married soon, right?"

"My eldest brother's three-year mourning period is still a while away, but I have recently discussed marriage with Shiyin, and it has not been decided yet." The happiness in Li Xunhuan's smile was obvious.

Wang Shouren couldn't help but smile when he saw it, and said, "Then let's decide it as soon as possible.

After the mourning period, you can get married directly.

After getting married, many feelings are different. "

Li Xunhuan didn't quite understand the meaning of these words, but he regarded Wang Shouren as his own brother, so he nodded in agreement without saying much.

After talking for a while, neither of them mentioned Wang Shouren's participation in the imperial examination. This was because Li Xunhuan was absolutely confident that Wang Shouren would pass the examination.

Wang Shouren himself never had any emotional fluctuations about the provincial examination or the subsequent palace examination.

As if it was just a trivial and ordinary thing.

In February, the imperial examination was held.

More than ten thousand candidates from the Ming Dynasty participated in a brutal competition.

After the examination, the capital was filled with discussions, and a visible atmosphere of tension permeated the hustle and bustle.

More than ten thousand candidates, including countless people behind them, were waiting for the results.

On the day the results were announced, Wang Shouren did not go to see them, but naturally someone told him.

bingo.

In response, he just nodded and showed no other emotions.

a few days later.

"Brother, there are indeed countless talented people in the world. This time I met several friends who are all very talented." Li Xunhuan said to Wang Shouren happily.

"Really? It just so happens that I also met two friends and was just about to tell you about it." Wang Shouren said with a smile.

"Brother, please speak first." Li Xunhuan stretched out his hand.

"Yan Song, Yan Weizhong, Zhang Cong, and Zhang Bingyong, although they failed the imperial examination, both of them have real talent and learning.

What is even more commendable is that they are not just bookworms, but have a deep understanding of people's livelihood and the common people.

He also has great ambitions in his heart and a strong character. "Wang Shouren said with admiration in his tone.

"These two must be rare talents to be valued by my brother." Li Xunhuan said with confidence.

In terms of looking at people and things, he admired Wang Shouren more and more.

Almost never missed.

"I will introduce you to Xun Huan in two days." Wang Shouren said with a smile.

"Okay." After answering, Li Xun Huan talked about several friends he had made. After he finished speaking, he said with an admiring look: "Among them, Tang Yin is not only elegant and charming, but also extremely powerful, having reached the innate realm.

But he hid his strength."

After a conversation, both of them were very happy.

Because they are sure that among these friends they make, there must be people who truly share the same ideals as them.

A few days after the examination, rumors of cheating in the imperial examination suddenly appeared.

Zhu Youtang was furious and ordered a thorough investigation.

Tang Yin and Xu Jing were caught up in this vortex.

In the East Palace.

"Old Li, are you sure that Tang Yin and Xu Jing did not cheat?" Zhu Houzhao looked at Li Xunhuan curiously.

“I can confirm that Tang Yin and Xu Jing’s literary talent is ten times greater than mine.

Although Tang Yin has a somewhat unruly personality, he is definitely not a person with bad intentions. "Li Xunhuan said without hesitation.

On the side, Wang Shouren shook his head secretly.

Xunhuan's personality is like this. Once he considers someone a friend, he will treat him wholeheartedly.

However, he still believed in the other party's vision of making friends. Xiao Li Feidao's intuition was definitely extraordinary.

Of course, if you make the wrong friends once, it may be a lifelong tragedy.

"Ten times more powerful than you, is it really that powerful?" Zhu Houzhao said in surprise and disbelief.

Li Xunhuan smiled bitterly, worried that he had forgotten that his own prince was the most serious person and would not understand humble words.

But he couldn't explain anything at the moment.

But he admitted it without explanation. What if the Queen came into contact with Tang Yin and the other two and thought that their talents were not ten times as good as his?

Wouldn't you feel like you had deceived him?
“Your Highness, what Xun Huan meant was that these two people were extraordinary in literary talent and were not inferior to him.

Ten times is just a self-deprecating statement for pleasure. "Wang Shouren explained truthfully, but he was worried that His Highness would not understand if it was too complicated.

"Oh, Old Li, you just love to say false things." Zhu Houzhao understood and glared at Li Xunhuan with dissatisfaction.

Li Xun Huan had no way to defend himself, so he could only say, "I know I was wrong, please punish me, Your Highness."

"Forget it, forget it. I am the most magnanimous prince. I forgive you." Zhu Houzhao said complacently and walked out.

"Since you think those two people did not cheat, I will go and tell my father. You must not wrongly accuse the people of the Ming Dynasty."

Li Xunhuan's heart was filled with excitement and he was moved.

How should he repay His Highness' trust?
(Seeking support.)
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(End of this chapter)