Chang Yi smiled and nodded, "My son, I didn't realize it until I saw Lord Zheng wink at me."
Zhulan, "The Zheng family has decided to choose a son-in-law with a humble family background."
"Son, I guess the Zheng family has already compiled a list. The future son-in-law must have a good family background and some talent, but not too outstanding."
Zhulan said sadly: "It's hard for the Zheng family."
Chang Yi smiled and said, "My son thinks this is a good suggestion."
"Well, Zheng Hong personally came to the rescue today, which shows that he is just waiting for the end of the Autumn Examination to set a date."
Chang Yi started talking about the Ministry of Rites again. "The third prince's mother's family is the Du family. They have been quite quiet this year and are doing their job seriously in the Ministry of Rites."
Zhu Lan thought of the Third Prince, "The Third Prince is in the Ministry of Industry. Now that he has some confidence, he should be punished."
Chang Yi thought so too. "The Ministry of Rites was busy with the Spring Examination. The Second Prince did not intervene but he was paying close attention to this year's candidates."
Zhulan, "Also ranked second, the Second Prince is far behind the King of Qi."
Chang Yi thought to himself that it was far from enough. Plus, the Liu family was too ambitious. If the Crown Prince succeeded to the throne, the Second Prince would not have the freedom of the King of Qi. If he did not stop and continued to make trouble, his fate would be similar to that of King Liang. No, King Liang had the courage to sacrifice his life in exchange for the peace of the Liang Palace, but the Second Prince would not have the guts and determination if that really happened.
In Chuanzhou City, just as Changzhi expected, many people already knew the answers to questions of similar type to the ones in the exam.
Chang Zhi asked, "Do you think that Prefect Shi noticed it?"
"Even if they notice, they will pretend not to know, and they might even help keep it a secret from the adults."
Chang Zhi thought so too. It would not make much sense to be discovered now. He would be shocked only if he was discovered on the day of the Autumn Examination. After the Autumn Examination was over, they would send people to make a fuss and involve him. Prefect Shi and others would be happy because if it succeeded, it would divert a lot of attention. If it failed, it would not be a big loss to them because he would be abandoned anyway.
Ding Jue continued, "Fortunately, the adults have already made arrangements."
Chang Zhi stood with his hands behind his back, "I am looking forward to this autumn exam."
Ding Jue's blood was boiling, "It has been arranged."
Changzhi hummed, "No one is watching you now, send someone to pick up your family in Lichuanzhou."
He was afraid that Ding Jue would not be able to bear it if he knew the truth, so it was better for him to have his family around.
Ding Jue, "Are you afraid that my family members will be in danger if I expose them?"
"Well, even this crazy official has to be careful in the end."
Ding Jue, "I will send someone to pick up my wife and children and bring them to Chuanzhou City."
"Well, everything is arranged at the temple and will be picked up when we leave."
"yes."
Chang Zhi reviewed the plan again in his mind to confirm that there was nothing missing. He couldn't help but touch the token in his arms, which was the basis of the plan.
Ding Jue said, "Sir, An Ao from the An family has not returned yet."
“I can’t run away.”
At this time, someone reported that Master Qian Jiang had arrived. Qian Jiang hurried in and asked, "Sir, who have you tested?"
Changzhi was surprised, "How did you know?"
Qian Jiang did not hide it, "The Qian family in Chuanzhou City has two inns, one of which is close to the examination center."
Changzhi understood, "I didn't expect that Brother Qian has such a rich family background."
Qian Jiang, "Our family has been in Sichuan for generations."
The Qian family is just more low-key.
Changzhi asked, "Are you really not going to take part in the Spring Examination?"
Qian Jiang was a little confused, "Sir, now tell me whether you have tested anyone, this is what is important."
"I understand what you said."
Even if there hadn't been yesterday's chance encounter, he had already made arrangements, and all his plans would have been shattered on the day of the Autumn Examination.
Seeing that Lord Zhou was so confident, Qian Jiang felt a little uneasy. He was indeed not suitable for officialdom. Look at how calm Lord Zhou was. In contrast, he did not dare to delay for a moment when he received the report from the shopkeeper.
Changzhi asked again, "You haven't answered my question yet."
Qian Jiang was conflicted. If he hadn't known Lord Zhou, he would have remained firm in his heart. However, when he met Lord Zhou, his father tried to persuade him not to tell anyone. After the clan members found out, the elders in the clan also advised him not to tell anyone.
He knew in his heart that his participation in the Spring Examination was no longer a personal matter, but now it had become a matter for the entire family. As long as Chuanzhou was not investigated, the family would not interfere with his thoughts. Now the family needed him.
Chang Zhi saw that Qian Jiang was no longer as straightforward as before, and understood. He raised his hand and patted Qian Jiang on the shoulder, "I'll wait for you in Beijing."
Qian Jiang let out a long sigh, "Yes."
In a blink of an eye, it was the day before the Autumn Examination. Zhulan met Jiang Ling and asked, "Is everything arranged?"
Jiang Ling replied, "The house has already been cleaned and everything has been arranged."
Zhulan: "That's good. Have a good rest today."
Jiang Ling specially took a leave to accompany him to take the exam. "I will go back first."
"Okay, Qingxue will see Miss Jiang off."
Jiang Ling hurriedly said no, and in the end it was Qingxue who sent Jiang Ling out.
Minghui came out of the side room, and Zhulan asked, "Don't you really want to go over and take a look?"
Minghui sat down and shook his head, "No, my grandson will only put pressure on Shao Xun if he goes there."
"The Autumn Examination is over, and it's time for Shao Xun and Miss Jiang to get married."
"fine."
Zhulan thought so too, "The autumn examination will be held tomorrow."
Minghui thought of the An family, "The An family hasn't made any moves recently."
Zhu Lan sneered, "They are waiting for the Autumn Examination to be over!"
Minghui was thinking about his fourth uncle. His fourth uncle must have made a big move.
More than that, in the palace, the emperor asked Zhou Shuren, "Aren't you curious about what your fourth son's plan is?"
Zhou Shuren held the eldest grandson in his arms. He had seen him so many times that the eldest grandson no longer rejected him. "I want to get some more sleep."
The emperor curled his lips, "Your son is very courageous."
Zhou Shuren laughed dryly, "Changzhi is a straightforward person. Your Majesty, don't let him go in the future."
The emperor thought of Chang Zhi's plan and nodded in agreement, "I really don't plan to let him go again. He is good at editing books. By the way, your eldest grandson, do you want him to sort out the knowledge points and question types?"
Zhou Shuren, "Minghui, his name is Minghui, the third son of the eldest wife."
The Emperor: "Okay, I'll remember that."
Zhou Shuren then said, "Indeed, I discovered it by accident. I detained him at home and compiled two books. I read them and I think they are good."
"You didn't even bring it to me to see."
Zhou Shuren explained: "I want to see the effect."
Since the emperor had spoken, he naturally knew what had happened, "Then I will wait."
Zhou Shuren smiled and said, "This child takes after my wife."
The emperor nodded, "So it is indeed like your wife."
Zhou Shuren, "Madam."
"Stop, I've heard too much."
As soon as the old man started to show off, he could memorize what he was going to say.
Zhou Shuren was holding back his breath and said dryly, "My wife is indeed amazing."
The emperor laughed, "Yes, I didn't say your wife is not powerful."
The next day, the autumn examination began. Students from all over the country were waiting to enter the examination hall, and there was a long queue in the examination hall.
In Chuanzhou, Changzhi did not rush to enter the examination room, but looked at the scholars queuing up.
The deputy examiner accompanied him, "Sir, we should go in."
Changzhi hummed, "Let's go."