The Great Zhou was in its prime at this time, and thousands of candidates would come to participate in a single test.
In this world, the imperial examination is also based on classics, righteousness, and policy questions. If you pass the college examination, you will be a scholar, and if you pass the rural examination, you will be a scholar. This time it is a general examination, also known as Chunwei.
The examination held every three years is naturally a big event for Xijing, but in the eyes of Ji Fu and other reincarnators, it is just that the inn is full, the flow of people is bustling, and the style of writing is a little more vigorous.
"Out of thousands of people, only two hundred will be taken!"
On the day when the siege opened for the meeting place, Ji Fu and a few servants waited outside the gate, looking at the dark crowd, he sighed a little: "I heard that the elimination of the rural examination is more ruthless. Entering the scholar class has many privileges, and you can get rich in an instant... this method, this method... "
His eyes lit up: "If you generalize it, it's the same in the Great Zhou world. Why are you afraid of the disaster of the aristocratic school?"
Of course, this is not something he can learn from his status, and the backlash is not something the crumbling court can afford.
Thinking of the decline of the imperial court in the main world, Ji Fu's expression suddenly became clear, and he lost all thoughts.
"Squeak!"
Accompanied by a few loud bangs, the courtyard door opened, and people poured out like a tide, and even a few fell to the ground as soon as they went out.
"Looking at Brother Zhang's confidence, I should congratulate him first. I wish Brother Zhang, Jinshi can be expected!"
Ji Fu's eyes lit up, seeing Zhang Tianxiang walking calmly, he hurriedly stepped forward to congratulate him.
"I'm fine..."
Zhang Tianxiang smiled slightly, and refused the help of the servants: "Brother Li and the others are exhausted from traveling all the way, and have been frightened, and they are still struggling so far. Send them back quickly, and ask the doctor to take care of them!"
"Obey!"
Several domestic servants immediately stepped forward and helped Li Juren, who was almost muddy, back to the carriage.
Ji Fu followed behind, but his footsteps stopped suddenly, and he looked at the black shadows at the edge.
"What's wrong?"
Zhang Tianxiang's martial arts was even higher than that of Ji Fu, following Ji Fu's eyes, he immediately saw several monks and Hu people walking hurriedly, he was a little surprised.
"These people are acting sneaky! It seems that the visitors are not good!"
Ji Fu replied solemnly.
"Brother Ji is worrying too much. This is at the feet of the emperor. How dare they do anything?"
Zhang Tianxiang sneered, and looked at Ji Fu thoughtfully again, thinking that if the origin is unknown, I'm afraid this group of talents should pay more attention.
…
A few days later, more than two thousand candidates crowded outside the venue, stretching their necks excitedly.
"The list is released! The list is released!"
Following two salutes, the middle door of the venue opened wide, and two officials from the Ministry of Rituals came out holding a list made of yellow silk, and asked the yamen servant to hang a notice.
Hula!
Thousands of submissions flooded in, looking for their own names, and from time to time there were cheers like "I won" and "I won".
Of course, compared with the few excited people, there are more frustrated people, and there are many people who cry and faint.
Not far from the venue, there is a restaurant.
On the second floor, Zhang Tianxiang reserved a table, watched the scene quietly with a few acquaintances, with mixed feelings in his heart, even if he ordered a table of delicious food, wine and delicacies, how many people were moved Lower the chopsticks.
"This imperial examination is really the lifelong hope of poor scholars, a shortcut to the sky!"
Ji Fu watched this scene silently, feeling a little confused, and then suddenly understood.
He was born in the royal family, and he was well-clothed and well-fed since he was a child, and the world of Dazhou did not practice the imperial examination system, so naturally he didn't have much feeling.
But at this moment, looking at the bustling crowd outside, he felt an indescribable great power rushing towards his face, almost suffocating him.
"I got it! I got it!"
At this time, there was a commotion under the restaurant, and the servant who was sent to see the ranking reported excitedly: "Young master! You have won, and you are number one!"
"Congratulations Huiyuan! Congratulations Huiyuan!"
Everyone who was sitting with him was congratulating, and Zhang Tianxiang toasted each other. Although his expression was still stable, the slightly trembling wine glass still revealed the excitement in his heart.
All of you are very understanding, and few come to laugh at him.
I just waited for a long time, only this one good news, obviously everyone else has lost their names.
Although everyone had already prepared psychologically, they were still somewhat disappointed.
Seeing this, Zhang Tian didn't want to show too much joy. He drank a few drinks with a few people, and then left.
But he didn't know that a group of reincarnated people behind him looked at him with pity in their eyes.
"well… "
Looking at the noisy scene below, Ji Fu couldn't help sighing: "I didn't know the value of Jinshi today! It's a pity..."
He looked to the side, and sure enough, he could see a few black figures flashing in the corner, then disappearing suddenly.
…
It was night, in a Buddhist monastery on the outskirts of Xijing.
Although the place is remote, the steps are bright, obviously the incense is very good. In the huge Buddhist temple, dozens of ever-burning lamps are constantly burning day and night, exuding the air of sandalwood.
This temple is called Luohan Temple and is famous for its eighteen pure bronze statues of Arhats.
In the Arhat Hall, the arhat statue made of red copper is full of majesty and is even more lifelike, as if it is about to jump off the altar in the next moment to display the power of subduing dragons and subduing tigers.
And in the hall, there is only a white thatched futon, on which a monk sits with a seal, his eyebrows and beard are white.
The old monk recited the scriptures silently, but a layer of glazed brilliance emerged on his body, carrying the smell of incense and vows, which complemented the eighteen statues of arhats, and one of the arhats was so radiant that he almost came to life.
"Amitabha! I have seen the Venerable Dragon Subduing!"
A monk came in outside, and when he saw this scene, he clasped his hands together: "My lord's magic power is one step closer, I'm really happy!"
"You come here to disturb the old monk Qingxiu at this time, you must have something important, so it's okay to speak up!"
The old monk turned around and slightly opened his eyes, revealing the cloudy whites.
But for some reason, seeing the opponent standing under the statue of Arhat Subduing Dragon, Monk Fayin suffocated, as if he was facing the real Arhat.
"Report to His Holiness!"
He didn't dare to be negligent, and immediately bowed and said: "My Buddha disciples from the three realms came out together, and finally found that person! We have already investigated the root cause!"
"Who is it?"
"Qingzhu Juren Zhang Tianxiang! This person has already passed the test, and he has the best literary talent, so he was selected as Hui Yuan!"
Venerable Jianglong was slightly surprised: "Have you reached Juren? Then the dragon energy must have already burst out, and it cannot be easily broken!"
"Exactly..."
Monk Fayin's face was solemn, and he put his hands together: "The Venerable Tianyan went to see it in person, and he went blind after he came back. He only said one thing to his disciples - the flying dragon is in the sky!"
"Pass this news through Qin Tianjian, and hand it over!"
Venerable Jianglong suddenly made a decision: "At this time, the dragon aura of the Great Zhou is in full swing, conquering the world, and all nations come to court. All dragon veins in the world should be suppressed, but this son came out with dragon aura, and it has become a climate." , is considered a flood dragon, only real dragons can deal with it!"
Ascetics who participate in this kind of thing often end badly.
Originally, Monk Fayin thought that the lord of the forest in the ten directions would solve it privately. Whether it helped or deprived of dragon energy, it would greatly increase luck, but he didn't expect to alarm the royal family
"Go!"
Venerable Jianglong didn't say much, but sternly shouted.
…
In the imperial city of Xijing.
The rich golden energy majesticly forms a cloud, shrouding the sky at all times, and there seems to be a dragon pillar in the middle, inheriting the heaven and the earth, and oppressing all directions.
Of course, only hopefuls can see this scene, but in the eyes of ordinary people, they also feel that the majesty of the imperial city is extraordinary, with awe-inspiring meaning.
Among the Nine Palaces, within the Imperial Study Room.
Today's son Li Mao, only thirty-three at this time, is the most beautiful age of a man. He is full of energy and often corrects official documents until late at night. He can be regarded as a diligent and conservative king.
"Saint, it's late at night, please go to bed earlier!"
The eunuch wearing a red python robe next to him stepped forward and fiddled with the lamp flame in the magical instrument, and the light in the entire bookstore suddenly became softer.
"Wait a little longer!"
Li Mao approved a few more papers, and then stopped the ink pen, feeling a little heavy on his body, and couldn't help saying: "What time is it now?"
"It's three quarters past midnight..."
The eunuch observed his words and expressions, first brought a hot towel, and then a cup of ginseng tea.
Li Mao warmed his hands and drank a cup of tea. He suddenly felt refreshed and seemed to have some strength again. He said with a smile: "Governing a big country is like making a small fish. If you don't do some things now, the officials below will be more daring." Slack..."
"Saint..."
This father-in-law is also a powerful actor, his eyes were red, and there were some tears: "The sage is so diligent in government and loves the people, it is really a blessing for the country, but Wanwang must also take care of the dragon body!"
"hehe… "
Li Mao smiled: "You old slave, no matter what, just approve three more copies, let's rest..."
He picked up a booklet casually, and smiled again: "Well... this time, the scholars are safe and sound, and there are no epidemics or gatherings. Take the test paper and have a look!"
The Nine-Five Supreme has a life, and the examination paper was naturally put on the desk quickly.
"Good word!"
Li Mao saw that the words were round and smooth, full of grace and grace, and he couldn't help admiring them. Looking at the content again, he felt that every word and sentence was spoken from the bottom of his heart, and he was even more happy: "Sure enough, you are a great talent!"
"Seeing that the saint is so pleased, I am afraid that a champion will not be able to escape..."
After the general examination, the selected candidates are called Gongshi, and they have to pass a palace examination, which is checked by the emperor himself. This piece of astronomy is extraordinary, and it is simple in the emperor's heart. Can a number one scholar still escape
"Congratulations to the sage, congratulations to the sage, this is God's blessing for the great week, and there is such a grand event in the literary world!"
As soon as he rolled his eyes, he congratulated immediately.
"Oh? Why did you say that?"
Li Mao asked curiously.
"Since the establishment of the Ding Dynasty, there has never been a three-yuan winner in a row. Now it is a grand event in the hands of a saint?"
The old eunuch laughed.
Li Mao was startled, then laughed out loud, "That's right!"
"Report! Qin Tianjian's secret performance!"
Suddenly, a memorial came from outside the study. After reading it, Li Mao was stunned. He deformed the memorial without knowing it, and said word by word: "Zhang, Tian, Xiang!"
"Saint..."
The old eunuch was completely stunned, and suddenly fell to his knees, hating himself for flattering too early.