Text-based martial arts: A nighttime rendezvous with the gang leader's wife in a dilapidated te

[You're fairly satisfied with what you've gained this afternoon; after all, you've earned nearly two thousand potential points alone.]

With this potential, you can try to improve your "Vajra Fighting Ape Stance".

Having thought this through, you stopped being greedy, glanced at the time, and then prepared to go to the market in the city center to buy some food to take back.

However, upon reaching the gate of the government office not far away, you paused slightly in surprise.

At this very moment, a group of figures were gathered around the notice posted not far from the government office.

People were whispering and discussing animatedly.

I must say, you've never been here before.

If the East District was the Shen family's main sphere of influence, then the South District and the docks were the areas primarily controlled by the Golden Dragon Club.

[Therefore, as the government office, it still held some authority within the city.]

However, what are these people doing, gathered in front of the government office?

You were somewhat surprised and suspicious, but seeing that there didn't seem to be any danger, you hurriedly stepped forward to get a clear look.

[Aside from a few faded old notices, a brand new post was displayed on the notice board, and its content was the very thing that the people around were talking about with great interest.]

[By imperial decree, this is hereby proclaimed to all military and civilians throughout the land:]

"It is said that the rule of emperors is based on longevity, and the prosperity of a sage's reign is achieved through the selection of officials through examinations. I, having received the Mandate of Heaven and ruling over the four corners of the land, rely on the blessings of the ancestral temples and the assistance of my subjects, and the realm enjoys relative peace. This year, I celebrate my 800th birthday, a time of universal joy, and my imperial grace should extend far and wide. Therefore, in addition to the regular examinations, I hereby establish a special examination to broaden the Emperor's benevolence and to select the virtuous and talented."

"Enke? The old emperor is already eighty?"

Chen Xuan blinked as he looked at the feedback message, then quickly continued reading:

All matters concerning Enke are listed below:

On the fifteenth day of the ninth month of the fourth year of the Tianwu reign, the provincial examination was held. All those aspiring to official rank and well-versed in Confucian studies, regardless of whether they were students or outstanding talents, could register to take the examination in their native prefecture or county. Those who passed were granted the title of "Xiucai" (秀才).

On the fifteenth day of the second month of the fifth year of the Tianwu reign, the provincial examination was held. Only those holding the title of Xiucai (秀才) were allowed to enter. Those who passed were granted the title of Juren (举人) and were permitted to participate in the metropolitan examination.

On the tenth day of the eighth month of the sixth year of the Tianwu reign, the metropolitan examination was held concurrently as usual. All those who had passed the provincial examinations before this date were eligible to go to the capital to take the metropolitan examination. Those who passed were granted the title of "Gongshi" and, after the palace examination, were awarded the title of Jinshi.

[A special path for martial arts talent is opened: His Majesty values ​​both literary and martial skills. All martial artists who are literate and knowledgeable in the classics and history, regardless of whether they have taken the children's examination, can go directly to their local prefecture or county to register.]

They were exempt from the preliminary examinations of the prefectural and county levels, and directly participated in the provincial examination in September. Those who passed the provincial examination were awarded the title of Xiucai (秀才), and together with the Wenxiu (文秀), participated in the subsequent provincial and metropolitan examinations. Their martial arts skills were assessed by officials appointed by the local garrison or the governor's office, ensuring fairness.

[This is an unprecedented decree, ensuring that no worthy person is overlooked. All relevant government offices should post notices to inform the people, and prohibit any concealment. So be it.]

[On the first day of the seventh month of the fourth year of the Tianwu reign. The Ministry of Rites issued an imperial decree.]

"Is this... the imperial examination?"

Chen Xuan rested his chin on his hand, then shook his head.

This kind of thing doesn't seem to have much to do with me!

He never thought of joining the imperial court; otherwise, he would have accepted the offer from the Six Doors, wouldn't he?

However, just as he was trying to control himself and leave, a completely new feedback suddenly appeared:

Your eyes flickered slightly, and a faint golden hue shimmered within them.

[A special adventure event has been triggered. Do you wish to activate the destiny ability 'Defying Fate'? View the current adventure's trajectory.]

【Yes! 】

[You have initiated a feat of defying fate. In the darkness, your eyes have turned golden, and destiny, time, and cause and effect are as clear before your eyes as the lines on your palm.]

[You have discovered a special adventure trigger:]

【1. The God of Literature Descends to Earth (Heaven): The Triple Crown refers to the top scholar in the provincial examination, the metropolitan examination, and the palace examination. Those who achieve the top three in all three examinations are extremely rare throughout history! Therefore, each one of them is a figure who will be remembered in history! If you can win the top spot in the provincial examination, the metropolitan examination, and the palace examination, you can achieve this accomplishment.

Upon completion, you will obtain the Heavenly Destiny: Wenqu Xingjun!

Note: This destiny can be merged with the Heavenly Destiny "White-haired Scholar" to form the unique Saintly Destiny "Emperor Wenchang".

2. Passing the Imperial Examination (Yellow): As a commoner, how can you not be interested in passing the imperial examination? Even if you are more focused on the chaotic and exciting world of martial arts, you can still use this to prove your talent!

Those whose martial arts level is ≥ Body Refinement Level 4 or higher, whose comprehension is ≥ 6 points, and who have read more than 5 books, can participate in the Imperial Examination in Jinling. Upon passing, they will receive the title 'Scholar'.

"Holy crap?!"

Chen Xuan never dreamed that he would encounter his third Heavenly-level fortuitous encounter at the gate of the Jinling City government office!

Even more importantly, this extraordinary encounter can even be linked with another extraordinary encounter I had before!

Saint-level!

Chen Xuan had hardly ever even heard of such a level, let alone seen it.

The only time I caught a glimpse of it was when I created my account; in the annotations for choosing a destiny, there was a Saint-level, golden category prompt.

Apart from that, he had never heard of martial arts, equipment, or destiny.

He once thought that this level was just for show.

After all, even the Heavenly level is an extremely rare divine skill manual in this martial arts world, in this Great Qian Dynasty.

However, now he sees it.

Moreover, it is a Saint-level destiny.

Wenchang Dijun?

According to legend, they are the celestial deities who govern all scholars in the world.

Is this kind of title used to enhance one's destiny?

How powerful must that be?!

The imperial examination? It must be said that Chen Xuan really had no interest in becoming an official, whether in reality or in the game. However, the subsequent adventures clearly stated that he could take the exam, and if all else failed, he could simply not become an official.

Didn't the Azure Lotus Sword Immortal once say, "When the emperor summons me, I will not board his boat; I proclaim myself a wine immortal"?

Wasn't Li Tanhua a scholar who entered the martial arts world as the third-ranked scholar in his family?

The distinction between the imperial court and the common people is not actually that clear-cut.

It's worth a try!

Regardless, for the sake of seeing this golden destiny for the first time, Chen Xuan thought to himself that it was worth a try!

[You've made up your mind, September 15th? There are still twenty days until the official registration begins.]

Without further hesitation, you left the crowd.

After a while, carrying the food he had bought, he returned to the pharmacy where he hadn't been for two days.

However, to your surprise, Yan Jinghong was already waiting at the entrance of the pharmacy.

What startled you even more was Yan Jinghong's words after you greeted him and entered the room, when you inquired about his presence:

"It's nothing. Someone found completely rotten bones on the banks of the Zijin River. It is speculated that the organs and flesh were destroyed by a very special medicine. However, judging from the bones, they are the skeletons of three adult men."

Based on certain speculations, there is a high probability that the bodies are those of Zhang Xiong, Zhang Dahu, and Zhang Dabao, the three missing members of the Zhang family from Hedong Village…”