Aunt Zhao also began to busily prepare things for Jia Huan to take the exam. However, there was actually nothing much to prepare. The only thing that was needed was a single layer of clothing. The clothes that entered the examination hall could not have any layers. It was only safe to wear more.
On the night before the exam, Aunt Zhao got up early. She calculated that the small kitchen probably wouldn't cook for Jia Huan, so she took her own silver and stuffed it into Jia Huan's hands, instructing him to buy some hot food outside the examination hall.
Jia Zheng was also resting in Concubine Zhao's room. After Jia Zhu, there was another disciple in the Jia residence. Although he was the son of a concubine, he still had some hope in his heart. Looking at Concubine Zhao busy preparing things, he could not help but laugh."There's no need to prepare so much. You can't even bring it into the examination hall.”
"I'm just afraid that he'll freeze and starve inside," Aunt Zhao said worriedly.”
"How can it be like this?" Jia Zheng said. Our family can be considered a passable family. Even if Brother Huan goes hungry for a day, it doesn't matter.”
Aunt Zhao was still a little worried." Brother Huan came out of my stomach. The master doesn't feel bad about it."”
Jia Zheng was speechless. He picked up the teacup and took a sip, saying,"Don't let Brother Huan see you in such a mess. You might affect his ending!”
Lady Zhao agreed and immediately sent Xiao Que to call Jia Huan over.
"I'll get your uncle to go with you. You must pick up the clean stall.”Aunt Zhao repeatedly reminded him.
"I know. Don't worry, YiNiang." Jia Huan naturally agreed.
With that, Jia Huan came out with the test basket.
When she reached the entrance, she met Jia Lian.
When Jia Lian saw Jia Huan, he smiled and said,"Third brother, this time, our family is counting on you. The carriage is ready. Let's go now.”
This was something Jia Huan had not expected, but he immediately felt relieved.
Firstly, Jia Lian's character was not bad, so it was not surprising for him to take care of his younger brother. Secondly, Sister Feng might have analyzed the pros and cons for Jia Lian, which was why Jia Lian appeared at this time.
Jia Huan still had to accept his brother's good intentions.
He immediately jumped onto the carriage and set off in the direction of the examination hall.
Jia Lian had helped to prepare the sesame seed cakes and sauced meat in the carriage. Jia Huan did not stand on ceremony and quickly filled his stomach. Jia Lian looked on with a smile.
When they arrived at the entrance of the examination hall, it was already crowded with people. Fortunately, the Jia family was a noble family and had servants to clear the way. In a short while, Jia Huan was very close to the entrance of the examination hall.
At 11:00, a cannon was fired and the examination hall opened. The examinees rushed in.
Jia Lian cupped his fists at Jia Huan and said,"Third brother, I'm here to congratulate you on reaching high school."”
"Thank you, Second Brother Lian!" Jia Huan said.”
With that, he entered the examination hall.
After finding a seat, Jia Huan quickly sat down and began to grind the ink.
Although the exam would take a few days, the first art was the most important part of the exam, so he did not dare to neglect it.
After the ink mill was done, soldiers quickly came over with the examination questions. Jia Huan took a closer look and saw that it was a phrase from Mencius,"Please do not return, but go to the court."
He then laid out the roll of paper and the pen moved like a dragon and snake.
After he finished writing, it was almost noon. He looked at the paper and saw that there were no mistakes or taboos. In the examination tent was the main examiner of this round, Jiangning County Magistrate Wang Deshan.
He decided to hand in the paper in advance.
Seeing Jia Huan hand in the paper, a few people were also restless.
Wang Deshan saw that someone had handed in his paper, and it was a young man, so he couldn't help but be curious.
A young man who dared to hand in his paper in advance was either a genius or a fool.
He saw that Jia Huan was a talented person and did not look like a fool.
Looking at Jia Huan's paper again, the standard pavilion style was smooth and there was nothing wrong with it. He immediately praised it in his heart. Looking at the article again, it was also smooth and fluent. Reading it carefully, it made people clap their hands and exclaim.
What was the point of not taking on such a young talent?
"Good article, good article!" Wang Deshan immediately said. I can tell you now that you have passed the county examination!”
Jia Huan was overjoyed and immediately thanked him.”
"What classics do virtuous students study?" Wang Deshan asked again.”
"Spring and Autumn," Jia Huan replied.
"The Spring and Autumn Annals has the most words," said Wang Deshan. Why did you choose him?"
Jia Huan replied,"It is precisely because there are many characters in the Spring and Autumn Annals that I chose it." Nothing else, just to strengthen his heart to learn.”
"Great!" Wang Deshan praised. Then he asked,"I have something to say first. Confucius said that the sun and moon are the same. How to solve the question?"
Jia Huan replied loudly,"Before the Headmaster said anything, it was empty."”
He also took the first sentence of the Four Classics and said,"The way of the Great Learning, the destiny of heaven, is called nature. Learn and practice it from time to time. Mencius met King Hui of Liang." How to solve the question?"
Jia Huan thought for a moment and said,"The Tao is based on heaven. It is cultivated and presented to the court."”
Wang Deshan laughed loudly and looked around at the county schools."Does anyone have any questions?"
The few old men congratulated Wang Deshan for obtaining such a talent."Daren has such a good life, we are envious.”
Wang Deshan also smiled and said,"Jia Huan, you go ahead."”
Jia Huan respectfully bowed and took his leave.
After coming out of the examination hall, he found that Zhao Guoji and Jia Lian were both there.
Seeing that Jia Huan looked quite energetic, Jia Lian asked,"Third brother, how is it?"
Jia Huan smiled." Thank you for your words, second brother. I can prepare for the capital examination now."”
"It's only been a day…" Jia Lian said in surprise.
Jia Huan said,"County Head Wang selected my younger brother on the spot, so my younger brother can prepare for the capital examination."”
Jia Lian was overjoyed and immediately wanted to pull Jia Huan out to drink and celebrate.
Jia Huan declined politely,"Second Brother, please spare me first." There were still three days before the exams. Although the county magistrate had already ordered his younger brother, if he really drank too much and missed the exams, then he would really be asking for it.”
Jia Lian suddenly came to his senses and said,"Yes, yes, I forgot myself." Then we brothers have agreed that after the exam, we have to celebrate.”
"Of course," replied Jia Huan.
After returning home, Jia Huan quickly filled his stomach and then went to sleep. There were still three days to go.
Jia Lian returned to the house and told Sister Feng about Jia Huan passing the county examination. "This Third Brother Huan is really lucky."”
Jia Lian was lying down while Ping 'er was massaging his legs. After a while, she said,"Our family might have to rely on him in the future.”
Sister Phoenix also came over.”
"You don't have to say it." Jia Lian said. After all, he is my younger brother. I can't just watch him walk away.”
Sister Feng pursed her lips. Madam Wang could probably watch Jia Huan walk away. Then he carefully reminded her,"Don't tell anyone about Brother Huan being selected first, lest Second Mistress overthinks."”
Jia Lian turned over and touched Sister Feng's face."I'm also itching to see Brother Huan take the exam. "But I can't do it anymore. Let's work harder and give birth to a big fat boy. Teach him well. In the future, he will be able to become a scholar or something.”
Sister Feng hurriedly pushed Jia Lian away and said angrily,"What are you doing in broad daylight?"
"Tonight then," Jia Lian said with a smile.
Sister Phoenix was thin-skinned and pushed Jia Lian hard."I'm going to die."
For the next three days, Jia Huan went to the examination hall seriously. He also answered the examination papers seriously. He could not be arrogant just because the county magistrate had already won.
Three days later, Jia Huan left the examination hall. Jia Lian had been waiting outside the examination hall for a long time. Seeing Jia Huan come out, he smiled and said,"Third Younger Brother is not allowed to hide this time.”
"Let's go, I'll treat you to lunch today," Jia Huan said happily. Everyone, go."
The servants were all very happy.
After choosing a decent restaurant, the group of people sat down. Jia Lian and Jia Huan sat at one table while the rest sat at another table.
Jia Huan poured wine for Jia Lian. Jia Lian raised his glass and said,"Here, I wish third brother success in the county examination. The capital and Dao examinations would definitely go smoothly.”
Jia Huan clinked his wine glass with Jia Lian's and smiled,"Thank you for your kind words, Second Brother Lian."
Then, he drank it all in one go.
He was still young, so he choked immediately.
Jia Lian looked at the young Jia Huan and could not help but feel envious.
The brothers ate a few mouthfuls of food before Jia Lian asked,""When will the results be released?"
Jia Huan thought for a moment and said,"I remember it's three days later."”
"Good!" Jia Lian said happily. Let's look at the rankings in three days!"
Jia Huan was young, so Jia Lian didn't dare to drink. He only drank three cups before stopping.
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