I, Jiajing, successfully cultivated immortality

Chapter 765 Completes the Class Jump

After asking Hu Zongxian to comment on the papers, Xu Wei's anxious heart was finally relieved.

Recently, he has been staying in his room, studying hard and preparing for the final palace examination.

Generally speaking, being able to reach the palace examination is considered a success.

After all, candidates are generally not dismissed in the palace examination. As long as they don't make too many mistakes and answer the exam papers safely, they can wait to become an official with peace of mind.

After the palace examination is over, the final rankings will be determined. There are only three people in the first class, namely the number one scholar, the second best scholar, and the third flower, who will be awarded Jinshi. A number of people in the second class will be given a Jinshi background, and a number of people in the third class will be given a Jinshi background.

No matter how difficult it is, there is still a county magistrate who can do it.

Among the many candidates who participated in this Enke exam, there are also people from poor families and generations of white people. They relied on the exam to completely change their destiny.

For them, taking the post of county magistrate was a real class transition, from being a white person to becoming one of the ruling classes of the empire.

In a blink of an eye, it was the day for the imperial court to release the results.

Before dawn, many candidates arrived early and waited at the place where the imperial court posted the imperial list.

Generally speaking, the rankings of the examinations will be posted on the east wall of the Gongyuan. Where the list is posted, there are four vertical pieces of yellow paper. It is also called the "Golden List" or the "Dragon and Tiger List."

The process of the palace examination is very different from that of the general examination. After every palace examination, the imperial court would set up a temporary dragon shed outside the left gate of Chang'an.

The names of those who pass the imperial examination will be written on the imperial list and posted here.

Afterwards, the number one scholar will be dressed in red silk, ride a tall horse, and parade on Tianjie Street. After that, there will be a series of activities such as roll call, thanksgiving, banquet, paying homage to the saints and teachers, erecting inscription tablets, and compiling scientific records.

Because before this, many candidates had gotten into trouble because they lost control of their emotions while watching the results.

In order not to repeat the same mistake, the Ministry of Rites deliberately "examined itself with a false list" and posted the real list a little later in the evening.

At this time, Xu Wei looked at the crowd of people who came to see the list with a look of joy on his face.

Then, he turned around, looked at Xu Shixing and Zhu Shunxian not far away, and then said: "Fortunately, I came here early in the morning, otherwise, with this posture, I don't know when I will be able to see them." Ranking!”

Xu Shixing nodded when he heard the words. Just when he wanted to echo his words, his voice was drowned by the noisy crowd.

Looking around, I saw the official responsible for posting the list walking slowly towards the direction where the crowd was gathering.

And around the official, there were many fully armed guards responsible for protecting his safety, looking majestic.

"Everyone give in, everyone give in!"

The official responsible for posting the list was already familiar with the bustling and noisy crowd around him.

After all, this is the scene every year when the list is posted.

The crowd saw the arrival of the official responsible for posting the list and quickly made way for him.

The crowd that was noisy before suddenly became quiet.

……

At this time, most of the eyes present fell on the official responsible for posting the list. Many people did not even dare to breathe for fear of disturbing the official responsible for posting the list.

When the official responsible for posting the list came to the east wall, after looking around, he took the list from the subordinates on the side and carefully posted it up.

After doing this, the official left the scene under the escort of the guards.

Almost as soon as the official left the scene, the crowd gathered around him at an extremely fast speed.

At this time, countless students present had only one thought in their minds, and that was to see if their names were on the list.

The crowd became crowded, and everyone was pushing forward desperately, even if there were soldiers responsible for maintaining order, it was of no avail.

And those soldiers who were responsible for maintaining order at the scene did not dare to go too far. After all, the people present were all famous, and they were the masters of the Juren!

"Don't worry, there will be plenty of time next, so don't squeeze in the rest!"

"Ouch, who stepped on me?"

"Hey, where is the money I have on me?"

In the chaos, someone finally saw his name on the list.

The candidate was a little unbelievable at first. After confirming it several times, he laughed like crazy: "Oh, I won, I won, hahaha!"

The examinee's words undoubtedly ignited the atmosphere at the scene, and the crowd became even crazier and began to squeeze in the direction of the list desperately.

After that, some people saw their names on the list one after another, and even more people lost their names.

Some people read the list from beginning to end several times and couldn't find their own name. They couldn't help but feel sad and began to cry uncontrollably.

There are those who are complacent and complacent, and there are those who are lost and soulless, like walking corpses. The two are intertwined to form an excellent picture of all living beings.

After getting rid of the crowded crowd, Xu Shixing also saw his name on the list.

At first, Xu Shixing thought he had made a mistake. After confirming it several times, he was convinced that he had really passed the Huiyuan exam!
"Hahaha, I got it, I got it!"

At this time, seeing his name at the top of the list, Xu Shixing suddenly felt the urge to cry.

Xu Shixing had a rough life. His father was a wealthy businessman named Shen, and his biological mother was said to be a nun. This shows how much discrimination and criticism Xu Shixing suffered from childhood.

Xu Shixing has always had a dream hidden in his heart, that is, after he becomes the number one scholar in high school, people from the Shen family will come to ask him to recognize his ancestor.

Now, Xu Shixing is only one step away from realizing his dream.

Thinking of this, Xu Shixing clenched his fists subconsciously, his face full of excitement that could not be concealed.

After taking a deep breath and calming down, Xu Shixing calmed down and continued to look down. Soon, he saw the names of Xu Wei and Zhu Shunxian on the list.

Seeing that his two friends were also on the list, Xu Shixing breathed a sigh of relief.

When he finally got rid of the crowded crowd, he met Xu Wei and Zhu Shunxian's eyes not far away.

Zhu Shun first saw Xu Shixing coming out of the crowded crowd and hurriedly greeted him, his face full of emotion: "Brother Rumo is really just silent, and it's such a blockbuster that he was able to pass the Huiyuan exam in one fell swoop!"

When Xu Shixing heard Zhu Shunxian's words, his face was full of humility, he shook his head, and then said: "It's just luck."

After that, Xu Wei on the side also stepped forward to congratulate him.

Xu Shixing could see that Zhu Shunxian and Xu Wei were sincerely happy for him, which made him feel warm in his heart.

Then, he calmed down and glanced at Xu Wei and Zhu Shunxian respectively. He smiled and said, "It's getting late. Let's go. I'll be in charge today. Let's celebrate!"

……

Capital City, Yan Mansion.

At this time, Yan Shifan was seen knocking on the door of the study room angrily.

"Father, father, the rankings for the competition are out!"

After knocking for a while, Yan Song's slightly helpless voice came from the study: "Come in!"

After the words fell, Yan Shifan immediately opened the door and entered without any hesitation.

Yan Song, who was sitting behind the desk, saw Yan Shifan arriving. He immediately turned his attention away from the book in front of him, then looked in the direction of Yan Shifan and asked, "Where is the ranking in the general examination?"

When Yan Shifan heard this, he didn't dare to be negligent at all, and immediately handed out the paper with the ranking from his sleeve: "Father!"

After Yan Song responded, he took the paper from Yan Shifan's hand, then put on his reading glasses and read it with special concentration.

"Xu Shixing?"

Yan Shifan, who was waiting aside, saw a look of confusion on Yan Song's face. He immediately stepped forward and explained: "Father, you don't know something. This Xu Shixing is the adopted son of Xu Shangzhen, the prefect of Suzhou. It is said..."

After listening to Yan Shifan's narration, Yan Song couldn't help but sigh: "Well, yes, this Xu Shixing is a good seedling."

Seeing that Yan Song admired this Xu Shixing, Yan Shifan mustered up the courage and asked cautiously: "Father, do you think we should take the opportunity to win over this Xu Shixing?"

When Yan Shifan finished his words, Yan Song shook his head imperceptibly and said slowly: "No need, we are a step too late, this Xu Shixing has already been spotted!"

Hearing Yan Song's words, Yan Shifan had a look of surprise on his face and asked, "Father, what do you mean..."

Facing Yan Shifan's doubtful gaze, Yan Song sighed and explained: "Didn't you hear that Zhang Juzheng personally reviewed Xu Shixing's answer sheet?"

"Not only that, Zhang Juzheng also left more than 60 words of comments on Xu Shixing's answer sheet."

When Yan Song said this, he paused for a moment and continued: "There is no need for us to offend Zhang Juzheng for Xu Shixing!"

After listening to Yan Song's explanation, Yan Shifan's face was filled with a look of sudden realization. Then, he lowered his head and respectfully said, "Thank you, father, for your guidance. I understand!" Then, Yan Shifan came. He walked in front of Yan Song, pointed to a name on the list, and said in a low voice: "Father, look here!"

Yan Song looked where Yan Shifan pointed and saw Zhu Shunxian's name at a glance.

"Father, what do you think we should do next? This Zhu Shunxian is a member of the clan after all. If the time comes..."

Before Yan Shifan finished speaking, he was coldly interrupted by Yan Song: "Huh, what else can I do? Putting aside his clan status, he is just like all the scholars in the world. He has passed the child examination and the provincial examination, and obtained the To qualify for the examination, and then go to Beijing to take the exam, just based on experience, it is blameless!"

"Besides, this Zhu Shunxian, as the only clan member participating in this examination, must have fallen into His Majesty's eyes."

After Yan Song finished speaking, he looked in the direction of Yan Shifan and said solemnly: "Put away all your little thoughts. Your Majesty obviously wants to use this Zhu Shunxian to set an example to inspire those clans and nobles. "

"If anyone attacks him, it's like hitting the point of a gun. Do you understand?"

When Yan Shifan heard this, a look of sincerity appeared on his face, he lowered his head and respectfully responded: "Yes, father, the child understands!"

After that, Yan Song seemed to suddenly think of something. He looked in the direction of Yan Shifan and continued to ask: "By the way, is Xu Jie's eldest son, Xu Fan, still in Songjiang Mansion?"

Although he was confused about this question, Yan Shifan still answered honestly: "Yes, father, Xu Jie's eldest son Xu Fan is still staying in his hometown in Songjiang Mansion. It is said that his condition has worsened again!"

"At this rate, I'm afraid he won't be able to recover by the end of the year!"

When Yan Shifan said this, his face was full of gloating.

After learning the news from Yan Shifan, the expression on Yan Song's face did not change much. He just waved his hand and said: "Well, I understand, you go down first!"

"Yes, father, please leave now!"

……

On the other side, in Zhejiang, within the Chief Envoy's Office.

In the room, Zheng Michang was sitting on a chair, sipping tea from his cup leisurely, while He Maocai was sitting not far from him.

At this time, the two of them were chatting.

Zheng Mi Chang put down the tea cup in his hand, looked at He Maocai aside, and took the lead in provoking the topic: "Old He, do you still remember the staff member who was beside the Governor?"

Hearing Zheng Michang's words, He Maocai had a look of doubt on his face. After thinking about it for a moment, he said uncertainly: "I remember that person's name seems to be Xu Wei. By the way, hasn't this person resigned from the official position of the Governor's Mansion? Why are you mentioning him?"

Zheng Michang took in the expression on He Maocai's face, shook his head, and then said: "You are too ill-informed. This Xu Wei passed the exam last year and has gone to the capital to attend the court meeting this year. tried!"

When Zheng Michang said this, he paused for a moment and continued: "Don't forget, when the Governor was still in Zhejiang, he valued Xu Wei very much."

When Zheng Michang finished his words, He Maocai, who was standing by, had a belated look on his face: "Yes, how could I have forgotten this!"

When Zheng Michang said this, his face was filled with an inexplicable look. He sighed, and then said: "Old He, you see, so much time has passed, and only the two of us are still standing still. !”

"The Governor-General was transferred to the imperial court to serve as Minister of the Ministry of Civil Affairs. Hai Rui is now the censor of the right capital of the Inspectorate. Gao Hanwen, who was sent earlier, was also sent to Bozhou by the imperial court. Qi Jiguang and Yu Dayou even personally He commanded a large army and fought against the Tatars on the front line, and I heard that he won a great victory!"

"Now even the staff around the Governor have passed the exam and went to the capital to take the examination."

"Old He, the five hundred thousand taels of silver we sent to Mr. Yan Ge last year didn't even make a splash!"

He Maocai on the side saw Zheng Michang's demoralization and quickly comforted him: "Okay, don't think so much. We are lucky to be able to keep our current position!"

"As long as you survive until the day you become official, you will be considered a success!"

After finishing his emotion, He Maocai looked away from Zheng Michang and changed the topic: "By the way, the price of silk has dropped a lot compared to last year!"

"Old Zheng, you didn't invest any money in this, did you?"

When Zheng Michang heard what He Maocai said, he fell into silence.

He Maocai on the side saw that Zheng Michang had not replied for a long time, and he suddenly understood. Then, he forcibly suppressed the curiosity in his heart and asked: "Old Zheng, how much did you invest?"

When Zheng Michang heard He Maocai's words, he had no intention of speaking and just made some gestures with his hands.

When He Maocai heard this, he couldn't help but take a breath of cold air, and immediately lost his voice: "What, six hundred thousand taels!"

As soon as He Maocai finished speaking, Zheng Michang's face was full of panic, and he immediately signaled He Maocai to be silent: "Shh, keep your voice down!"

Afterwards, Zheng Michang felt relieved after confirming that no one was eavesdropping.

Immediately, He Maocai looked in the direction of Zheng Michang and lowered his voice: "Old Zheng, what on earth is going on? Why did you invest so much money in it?"

When Zheng Michang heard what He Maocai said, he immediately cried with regret on his face: "Oh, forget it, last year, I saw the people who planted mulberry seedlings and made a lot of money by selling raw silk. I couldn't help but participate. A few shares went in!"

"But who knew that the price of silk would drop so fast this year. Last year, a piece of silk could be sold for fifteen taels of silver, but this year it can only be sold for nine taels at most."

"Not to mention that there are labor costs involved. Those weavers are really a bunch of bastards. Not only do they need high wages, but they also have to provide good food and drink, otherwise they will be poached by other companies!"

Zheng Michang seemed to be quite complaining about this, dragging He Maocai to complain for a long time.

After Zheng Michang's emotions were almost vented, He Maocai asked tentatively: "Old Zheng, what should we do next?"

When Zheng Michang heard what He Maocai said, he looked self-defeating and said slowly: "At this point, I can only write to Mr. Yan Ge and the others to see what they can do. It would be great if the imperial court can take action!"

"It doesn't matter if we buy raw silk at market price, as long as we can recover the cost, we don't dare to ask for anything else."

He Maocai on the side heard this and after thinking about it for a moment, he suggested: "How about we inform the governor of this situation first and let him make a decision?"

After listening to He Maocai's suggestion, Zheng Michang nodded and said in agreement: "Well, that makes sense. Just in case, let's find out what's going on with the governor first!"

"Without further ado, let's go to the Governor's Mansion right now!"

"Ah."

……

Zhejiang Governor's Mansion, in the study.

At this time, Zhao Zhenji was sitting behind the desk, processing official documents sent by his subordinates in an orderly manner.

Now Zhao Zhenji is completely familiar with the relevant processes and can get twice the result with half the effort.

"Let's get here first today!"

After saying that, Zhao Zhenji stood up from his seat and moved his limbs.

At this moment, there was a slight knock on the door. After receiving permission, a subordinate clerk pushed the door open and entered.

After the subordinate official entered the study, he immediately leaned down and said respectfully: "Your Majesty the Governor, the Chief Envoy and the Inspector are outside asking for an audience. They say they have something important to report!"

When Zhao Zhenji heard what the subordinate said, a look of surprise flashed across his face, and he secretly said, "What are they two doing here?"

Immediately, Zhao Zhenji came back to his senses, looked in the direction of the subordinate official, waved his hand, and gave instructions: "Well, I know, let the two of them wait in the hall, I will wait for a while Just go over there!”

"Yes, Lord Governor!"

After the subordinate responded, he immediately walked away without any hesitation.

Shortly after the subordinate official left, Zhao Zhenji was seen walking at a leisurely pace towards the meeting hall of the Governor's Mansion.

When Zheng Michang and He Maocai saw Zhao Zhenji's arrival, they did not dare to show any signs of neglect. They immediately stood up from their seats, bowed to him and said, "I have seen the governor!"

Hearing this, Zhao Zhenji glanced at Zheng Michang and He Maocai respectively, waved his hand, and said: "Everyone, sit down!"

"Yes, Lord Governor!"

After responding, Zheng Michang and He Maocai just sat back down.

Afterwards, Zhao Zhenji was seen sitting in the main seat minding his own business, withdrew his gaze, and then said: "Tell me, do you have anything to report to me?"

Seeing this situation, Zheng Michang had no intention of hiding it, and immediately told the whole story: "Master Governor, the thing is like this, the price of silk has plummeted this year, and a piece of silk can only be sold for ninety taels of silver at most! "

"Last year, many people saw that planting mulberry seedlings was profitable, so they sold their property and joined the ranks of planting mulberry seedlings. But this year, the price of silk has plummeted, and these people may not be able to recoup their costs!"

"If profiteers take the opportunity to hoard food, food prices will skyrocket, and trouble may arise!"

When Zheng Michang said this, his face was full of worry that could not be concealed, and he looked like a virtuous minister serving the country and the people.

Zhao Zhenji, who was sitting at the top, couldn't help but feel surprised after listening to Zheng Michang's words.

In his impression, Zheng Michang is definitely not a person of this nature. If something goes wrong, there must be a monster!
Because of this, Zhao Zhenji did not express his attitude at the first time, but nodded and said unhurriedly: "Don't worry too much. As early as last year, I made this clear to the court. worries!"

"The imperial court will not sit idly by and ignore this matter. Next, you only need to keep an eye on the price of food. Once you find that a grain dealer is hoarding food and deliberately raising the price of food, you can take it down immediately without reporting it!"

As soon as Zhao Zhenji finished speaking, Zheng Michang and He Maocai stood up from their seats, leaned down, and responded in a deep voice: "Yes, Lord Governor!"

(End of this chapter)