Qujiang Gardens,
It was located in the southeast of Chang 'an. It was the "Yichun Palace" in Shanglin Garden as early as the Qin and Han Dynasties.
There was a winding water area in the garden called the Qujiang Pool, and the scenery was beautiful.
After the imperial examination results were released, the imperial court would hold the Qujiang Banquet here.
The banquet was very lively!
The examinees who were participating in the imperial examination had already come out to exchange greetings.
Not only were there Humble Class disciples recommended by the various prefectures and counties among these examinees,
There were even young masters from aristocratic families.
Although they could inherit their official titles, participating in the imperial examinations was also a way to prove themselves and win fame.
Moreover…this year's imperial examination might even affect Princess Changle's marriage!
These noble young masters naturally fought bravely, hoping to get the princess's recognition.
At this moment…
At the center of the banquet.
The descendants of the aristocratic families were discussing.
"It's a pity that I only got sixth place…Who do you think took the top scorer?”Du He said.
Du He was Du Ruhui's son.
"Could it be Fang Yi 'ai? I heard that he had been working extremely hard recently, waking up at midnight every night and sleeping until midnight.”said Yuchi Baolin.
He was Yuchi Gong's son, born a military general, and participating in the Imperial Examination was nothing more than a show.
"It's not Fang Yi 'ai, he's ranked third.”Zhangsun Chong stood up and said disdainfully,""With his level of writing poetry, he's far from it.”
"Oh? Could it be that the first place was taken away by our Brother Chong?”The young masters jeered.
"Second." Zhangsun Chong sighed.
In terms of talent and learning, he was still very outstanding. He had also studied in the Imperial College, so he had originally hoped to get the first place.
However, a dark horse had appeared out of nowhere and snatched away the top scholar's throne.
"Tsk tsk, someone just said that my poetry level is far from good. Looks like he's not that good either. He's only second.”
Fang Yi 'ai walked out from the side and mocked,"
" Does everyone still remember that a year ago, the handsome young master Zhangsun was doused by a puddle of virgin boy urine…"
Before he could finish, Zhangsun Chong grabbed Fang Yiai's clothes angrily." Shut up! I'll beat you up!"”
This was a shadow that he would never be able to get rid of.
"Come on, who's afraid of who!" Fang Yi 'ai rolled up his sleeves.
The other young masters immediately separated the two of them. This was the Qu River Banquet, and the Emperor and the Princess would be present later. If they fought, they would definitely be punished!
"Brother Chong, I think that second place is already very good. It's enough to prove your talent. Perhaps Princess Chang Le will admire you this time.”said Yuchi Baolin.
Zhangsun Chong smiled. This time, he was still very confident.
"I just don't know who this top scholar is. I've been investigating for several days, but I haven't found out anything. For some reason, the Ministry of Rites is very tight-lipped this time.”Zhangsun Chong said in puzzlement.
"In my opinion, this top scholar is most likely a descendant of a Humble Class. It is impossible for the princess to marry a Humble Class. Brother Zhangsun, don't worry!”Du He said.
He also wanted to marry Princess Chang Le. What if the princess took a fancy to him?
"Coming, coming!"
At this moment, a wave of cheers broke out in the Qujiang Garden.
Everyone's gaze turned to the Qu River Pool.
On the pond, a royal boat drifted over.
Li Shiming, Empress Zhangsun, and a group of princes and princesses were sitting on the boat.
Princess Chang Le was also among them. She was dressed in a grand palace dress. Although she was only fifteen or sixteen years old, she was still graceful and full of maturity.
After all, she had already given birth to a child.
The person in Princess Chang Le's arms was her son, Li Yu.
"Yu 'er, look at the Qujiang Garden today. It's really lively.”Princess Chang Le was also a little happy to see such a grand scene.
As for Empress Zhangsun's request to help her find a son-in-law, Princess Changle did not take it to heart at all.
She had already thought about it long ago. She wanted to raise the child alone and would not let Yu 'er suffer.
Furthermore…she gave birth to a Heavenly Bestowal Qilin Child.
Who in this world was worthy of her to be the father of this child?
No!
Li Yu lay in Princess Chang Le's arms, grabbed the peach cake in front of him, and placed it on Princess Chang Le's cherry mouth.
Princess Chang Le took a bite and patted Li Yu's head.""Yu 'er is so obedient. Come, Mother will feed you a mouthful too.”
As she spoke, Princess Chang Le gave the remaining half of the peach cake to Li Yu to taste.
Over the past year, Li Yu had long gotten used to being fed by his mother, Princess Changle.
Sometimes, Princess Changle would even taste the taste and warmth before feeding it to Li Yu.
Li Yu didn't mind the food his mother had eaten.
"I hereby announce that the Qujiang Banquet has officially begun!”
Li Shi Min stood on the boat and shouted at the examinees and the onlookers,
"This year's autumn examination is the most prosperous one, indicating that our Great Tang has many talents!
"I congratulate those on the rankings, whether they are from poor families or noble families. I hope that when you enter the officialdom in the future, you will be conscientious and fulfill your duties for the people!”
Li Shi Min said and cheered.
The examinees were excited, and the spectators were even more excited.
Some people even started to jeer,
"Who's this year's top scorer!"
"Who will be the champion and become the first in the imperial examination?”
"Quickly let the top scholar come out and meet him!"
The commoners fought to see the glory of the first place in the imperial examination.
Especially the daughters of the major families in Chang 'an.
They all hide in a hidden place, secretly watching,
They were all unmarried, and this top scholar was a good son-in-law!
Li Shimin said to Wei Zheng,"
"Wei Zheng, you are the chief examiner of this year's imperial examination. Quickly invite the top scholar out and let him meet everyone.”
Wei Zheng stood up and said,
"Your Majesty, the identity of this scholar is indeed a little special.
Why don't I read out the poem he wrote on the test paper for everyone to hear first?”
Instantly, the entire Qujiang Banquet fell silent.
The civil and military officials, the imperial relatives, examinees, merchants, and the young ladies of noble families all pricked up their ears and prepared to listen to Wei Zheng read the poem.
Wei Zheng cleared his throat and started reciting.
Zhao's guests wore unadorned Hu tassel, Wu hook frost snow bright.
The silver saddle shone on the white horse, rustling like a meteor.
Kill a person every ten steps, leave no trace for a thousand miles.
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