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Chapter 76 076. Two years later...

Although the carriage looks unattractive, the horses pulling it are not ordinary horses. They are high-quality horses used for long distances. Generally, only high-ranking families can own them. Look at the direction they left, that is... Bianjing …

Gu Xiaoxiao had some guesses, but she did not tell Zhou Zeyun.

The man helped them find someone from the yamen, and sent a boy to say something to the examiner. He still watched all this silently in the backyard.

No matter what, she knew that this man was helping them and there was no threat. She accepted the favor and would definitely repay it at every opportunity in the future.

She will definitely find out those who are plotting evil intentions, and she will not let them go!
When he got home, Teacher Xu's eyes were shining. He dragged Zhou Zeyun into the house and discussed the test questions of the provincial examination. From time to time, he exclaimed, "Okay! Great! This answer is wonderful!!!"

In the days that followed, the children attended class as usual, Zhou Zeyun reviewed as usual, and Teacher Xu was always looking forward to the day when the results would be released, even more anxiously than the exam itself!
Gu Xiaoxiao, on the other hand, secretly investigated all the people who might cause harm, and even went to the Yamen secretly. However, he did not expect that the person committed suicide by taking poison the night he was caught. The direct clues to the cheating incident were thus cut off, and the Yamen The case was also closed there.

And the group of people who stayed at Gu Xiaoxiao's house many times late at night have not appeared since the provincial examination, as if they had never appeared before. Gu Xiaoxiao almost felt that those people were her hallucinations.

The more it disappears, the more it means there is something wrong. Thinking of the carriage from Bianjing, Gu Xiaoxiao has a feeling that all doubts point to Bianjing. If he goes to Bianjing, all this may be clear.

That group of people might have been sent by people from Bianjing!
Just for Zhou Zeyun?Gu Xiaoxiao was very confused about the reason. Those people hiding in the dark seemed to take Zhou Zeyun very seriously!

Gu Xiaoxiao didn't know if he was thinking too much!

The day for the results of the Provincial Examination came soon, but Teacher Xu finally got through it as if his days were like years.

As before, Gu Xiaoxiao and Zhou Zeyun went to see the results, and the results were no exception, Jie Yuan from the provincial examination!

From then on, Zhou Zeyun became one of the best!
The next examination will be in Bianjing. Gu Xiaoxiao feels that many things may have answers!

But before that, it may be necessary to know more about the situation in Bianjing, and since it is not possible to go directly to Bianjing to settle down, Gu Xiaoxiao thought about expanding his business to Bianjing first. With something to take care of, it would not be too late to go there. !

Otherwise, there would be too many hidden dangers behind the scenes, and Gu Xiaoxiao would feel a little uneasy.

It happened that the time for the examination was very long, and there were still two years left. Zhou Zeyun also had enough time to study. He had been busy with his studies before, so he could take a break.

Gu Xiaoxiao can also take this opportunity to develop her business. By cooperating with Xiao Mu in the food industry, a monopoly is just around the corner. She must also work harder on her own pharmaceutical industry!

The answer will be there after all!
……

Two years later.

In a house in Zhoucheng, smoke rises from the kitchen, and the fragrance floats for ten miles. The aroma of rice mixed with the aroma of wine makes people salivate.

There are many unique toys and equipment in the courtyard, such as slides, trampolines, rocking chairs, etc...

They are all things that no one else has seen before.

"Mom! Are you making something delicious again? Is it the sauced pork elbow I ate last time?"

Four teenagers swarmed in from outside the gate, and the boy with the roundest figure shouted loudly.

The youngest grinned and said, "I also smell my favorite lion's head!"

Another young man took a deep breath and said quietly: "And wine!"

The last young man glanced at the other three indifferently, and then said calmly, "You will never tire of fine food, and you will never tire of delicious food. Don't overdo your appetite!"

The three men secretly rolled their eyes at the arrogant elder brother.

The food cooked by my mother is delicious!

The eldest brother also ate less than the three of them at the dinner table!
While speaking, a graceful figure in the kitchen raised her head and looked out.

Seeing the four children, he smiled.

Nowadays, Gu Xiaoxiao has completely lost weight, and her skin is so white and translucent that it can be broken with a blow.

Sometimes she looked in the mirror and saw a face similar to the one in the apocalypse, and she felt as if she was in another world.

The children swarmed into the kitchen and gathered around Gu Xiaoxiao, their faces full of joy.

"I heard the voices of the four of you from so far away, so I knew I was thinking about food!"

Gu Xiaoxiao raised his hand and tapped their noses, smiling fondly.

At this time, two people came from the corridor. One of them was older and said something excitedly to the person next to him. The other person had an indifferent expression and came holding a book.

From a distance, the man looked extraordinary. He was wearing a blue and white straight-fronted robe, with a belt dotted with auspicious cloud patterns, and a black jade pendant that added a sense of calmness.

Broad shoulders and narrow waist, just right.

Looking closer, his eyes are more mature, and his behavior is calm, as if he is strategizing everywhere.

When the man saw the beautiful girl beside the child, his eyes were filled with tenderness, and there was even a little smile on his face.

Gu Xiaoxiao looked at Zhou Zeyun who strode to his side, then looked at Xu Jiaoxi who was being ignored, and gave the man next to him a coquettish look.

Zhou Zeyun looked innocent.

"As for you, if you want to eat the delicious food I just mentioned, you must first tell me the results of the ranking list!"

Gu Xiaoxiao turned his attention to the children again and said seriously.

But the teenagers were not frightened and were still smiling. Si Bao was the first to speak: "Mom, we are all on the list! The one with the best grades is the eldest brother, who is the head of the case just like dad back then!"

After hearing this, Dabao, who had been putting on airs, silently puffed up his chest, his face full of pride and pride.

That's right!

In the past two years, Gu Xiaoxiao not only improved herself, but also supervised the growth of her children.

The ancient imperial examination system had no age limit. As long as you wanted to take the exam, you could do it even when you were babbling or senile.

As long as you want to take the exam!
The most basic level is the Children's Examination, which is held twice in three years. After the Children's Examination, there are scholars. Gu Xiaoxiao also seized the opportunity and sent four children to the imperial examination for the second Children's Examination two years later!
Although they are very young, they have been studying with Professor Xu for more than two years, and with the continuous nourishment of her spiritual spring water, the child test is still okay for her children.Gu Xiaoxiao did some calculations. This children's test is like a modern kindergarten or elementary school, so regardless of your young age, you still have to take the test!
What's more, she consulted with Xu Jiaoxi and found out that the Imperial College in Bianjing was the highest institution of higher education, with a strong faculty and a place where many officials rushed to send their children.

She also wanted to give the children and Zhou Zeyun the best learning environment after going to Bianjing.

The Imperial College in this era was equivalent to a modern aristocratic school.

There are certain requirements for admission to the Imperial College. Children of relatives of the emperor or court officials can be admitted without taking the exam with recommendation letters from their elders. Merchants and nobles can also find connections to write recommendation letters for them without taking the exam.

If there is no relationship or background, then you need to have outstanding ability and be a scholar or above to enroll. There is also an entrance exam before admission, and only those who pass can enter.

And from the beginning to the present, there are very few people who have no background and have passed the exam.

Gu Xiaoxiao believes that her family members will be able to do it.

Among them is the confidence that Teacher Xu gave her. After all, Teacher Xu once worked in the Imperial College, and he is very familiar with the assessment standards of the Imperial College. If he says it is okay, then it must be okay!
But hard work pays off.

On the day when the results were released, Gu Xiaoxiao wanted to study recipes and provide dishes for Shiweixuan, so she asked Qian Bin to take the children to see the test results. She prepared celebratory food for the children at home. Of course, the recipes had also been sent to Xiao Take a shower.

Zhou Zeyun has also been pulled by Teacher Xu to "retreat and practice". He will only be released after completing the project.

Hence the previous conversation!

Erbao happened to be at the bottom and got the last talent spot, followed by Sibao and Sanbao in order, and Dabao won the top spot.

Now, nothing can satisfy the old mother's heart more than her children being successful.

You must know that nowadays, there are many people who have worked hard for most of their lives to get the title of "old scholar"!
The children she raised are so outstanding, and of course the role of the spiritual spring water is indispensable!
Gu Xiaoxiao smiled with satisfaction.

Then she looked down at the children, who were begging for rewards, and smiled knowingly, saying, "In that case, I'll reward you with the braised elbows, lion heads, and wine you want!"

Then he rubbed Dabao's head again, "Our Dabao is really awesome this time!"

In an instant, Dabao's proud little face turned red with embarrassment.

Erbao called out, "Mom! I can be on the list, isn't it great! It seems that I am both civil and military!"

Gu Xiaoxiao also rubbed Erbao's head, "Yes, yes, our Erbao is also great!"

"What! Second brother, you have the nerve to say that you are already at the bottom of the list!" Si Bao pouted and said.

"So what! No matter how high or low your ranking is, you still have the title of scholar when you go out!" Erbao's face was filled with pride, but a strange emotion flashed in his eyes.

When Dabao on the side saw his mother rubbing Erbao's head again, he immediately pursed his lips and his eyes darkened.

That was his reward for being the first in the case. Why could the second brother be rewarded by his mother for being the last? !

Just as he was thinking this, a pair of big hands patted his shoulders, and he raised his head and looked straight into Zhou Zeyun's deep eyes.

There was recognition and relief in his eyes. Zhou Zeyun said: "Boy, that's great! Keep working hard!"

Dabao's heart suddenly boiled and he nodded vigorously!
With his father's approval, he will definitely try to follow his father's footsteps, climb up little by little, and give his mother enough protection!
At the dinner table, a family of six was enjoying themselves happily. Gu Xiaoxiao picked up a small glass of wine and motioned to have a drink on this day to celebrate!
Zhou Zeyun and the children are not surprised by this kind of ritual, because my mother said that this is an act that can promote harmonious relationships between people. During every New Year and festival, the whole family must have this ritual.

After clinking glasses, Sanbao took the wine and tasted it carefully.

In the past two years, Gu Xiaoxiao has grown Anhetang, and now it has penetrated into Bianjing, stores have been opened, and Anhetang has become famous in Hanguo Anhetang.

Shiwei Xuan, which has invested in it, is still doing brisk business, with an endless stream of Yemeni customers from Sweet Sweet Food. Xiao Family Industry has also achieved a monopoly on the food market thanks to Gu Xiaoxiao's exclusive products.

The former glory of the Xiao family is now back!
All of this depends on Gu Xiaoxiao!
Xiao Mu's network has completely become Gu Xiaoxiao's help!

At the same time, Gu Xiaoxiao started the wine business. If she wanted to eat, she had to drink. She knew how to make wine, so she discussed it with Xiao Mu, and "Xiao Mu Wine" was launched!
"Xiao" is the "small" of Gu Xiaoxiao, and "mu" is naturally the "mu" of Xiao Mu.

Xiaomu Liquor Industry follows the previous cooperation method between the two, with Xiao Mu managing and Gu Xiaoxiao technical. This time, one person will own half of the capital, and each will hold 50.00% of the shares.

Nowadays, all types include wine, red wine, white wine, and foreign wine, and Gu Xiaoxiao continues to develop them.

As soon as these wines were sold, they were snapped up like crazy. With Mrs. Gu's reputation far and wide, and the successful cases of Shiwei Xuan and Tian Tian Zhai, the regular customers didn't say anything, and the main thing was trust!
Some customers were hesitant and bought less to taste, only to regret not buying more!

Wine is something that officials and nobles prefer to taste carefully. In addition, the production process is cumbersome and the fermentation time of wine is too long, so the price is also high.

There are funds that ordinary people can afford, and there are also funds that are reserved for high-status people.

Gradually, the wine of Xiaomu Winery became famous far and wide, and was requisitioned by many wealthy businessmen in Bianjing, including many of them relatives of the emperor and court officials.

Because Xiaomu Liquor's wine is in short supply and the market demand is too high, many Bianjing nobles do some honor projects just to be able to drink Xiaomu Liquor's wine.

The main thing is the taste and texture. When entertaining guests, bringing out a bottle of Xiaomu Winery’s wine is the highest level of hospitality!
Because of Sanbao's business and negotiation skills that he has shown since he was a child, the children, for some unknown reason, are particularly interested in these wines.

It was also because of this that Gu Xiaoxiao thought about selling wine, so Xiaomu Wine Industry came into being.

From the day Xiaomu Liquor was established, Gu Xiaoxiao took Sanbao to participate in R&D and production, and often took him to the store to see how others communicated with customers to improve his abilities.

Sanbao lived up to her expectations, and gradually became able to handle many things in the wine industry with ease. He was also very good at making wines. Many people could not imagine that some of the wines they drank were actually a child under ten years old. maded!
Gu Xiaoxiao does not have high demands on her children and respects their respective interests and hobbies. She does not require that all children must take the imperial examination and become the number one scholar.

She just hopes to do her best to make them better versions of themselves, to be able to live a happy life and do the things they really like.

So while they are studying, she will teach them many things that interest them, and it will become a path for them to choose from in the future!

Of course, you still have to continue learning, but the minimum goal she set for her children is to be talented. After that, whether they continue to take exams or do other things, she respects them.

Of course, if you have no other precise goals, you will still have to go to the Imperial College to study without taking exams. In this life, it is still beneficial to study more.

There is no end to learning about life!

　I'm catching up with the progress ~ So I want to jump in years as quickly as possible, but I'm afraid that the time is too long and it won't be consistent with the article. No matter what, I try my best to get through the transition period and look forward to the future development and Bianjing's answer. ~

　　
　
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