The Beloved Imperial Consort - Chapter 284

[284. Chapter 284 Attendance]

Since the fifth day of the fifth day of the first month of the first year, he followed His Royal Highness out of the palace, and went to the market to let go of the lanterns. The joy on Mu Xiyao’s face continued until the day of the bachelor’s banquet after the Lantern Festival.

Shengjing Academy, which started from Li Xiyin’s reading during the reign of Emperor Yuzong, flourished in the revival of Zhu Zeqian during the reign of Emperor Wen, and Shaolong at Guangzu, has a history of nearly 700 years. It is the first complete academy in the history of the Great Wei Dynasty. Famous in the world, famous in all directions, it is in such a place in Mobei that the emphasis on military and literature is neglected. When it comes to “the head of the academy in the world”, no one does not know that this is the Shengjing Academy located in the capital of the Great Wei Dynasty.

Since the establishment of the academy for teaching, people have come to give lectures here and there from time to time, which has made the academy even more famous. It is not that there are no traces of students who came out of the academy, who have entered the imperial court for years in high school, entered the Hanlin, and worshipped Zaifu. During the reign of Emperor Gaozu, two of the three most favored close ministers were from Shengjing Academy. Until Yuan Chengdi ascended the throne, Wang Chonghuan, the master of the Hanlin Academy, and the prince’s grandfather, Wang Chonghuan, was also a leader among the literati of the academy.

Being able to get a seat in the Western Chair under the name of “Muyu” shows that Mu Xiyao has a great reputation among scribes.

As Zongzheng Linyi drove into the academy and passed the “Four Proverbs Monastery Monument”, Mu Xiyao’s eyes suddenly lit up.

“The bachelor’s banquet will last for five days. If you are interested, it will not be too late to watch it again.” Zong Zhenglin glanced at the woman on the window lattice with a smile in his eyes. Xiwen is as eager to learn as she is, and eventually sees some strengths.

The sedan chair passed through the lecture hall and stopped outside the entrance of the examination room. Mu Xiyao followed Zong Zhenglin and came out. Through the wide-opening twelve mahogany doors, one can see the inner second-floor platform at a glance, which is very eye-catching. It should be the chair of the presiding judge. The fifth prince, Zongzhengming, has a calm demeanor, and is chatting happily with the people next to him.

At this time, most of the students and scholars had already entered the door, and there were almost no seats on the first floor. Occasionally there were young scholars arriving late in twos and threes at the door. When they saw the prince Yijia, who was being protected by the guards, they humbly saluted and walked away by themselves.

“His Royal Highness, the concubine thinks that the presiding judge should be the same as before, only three people.” The number of Taishi chairs arranged on the high platform obviously deviates from what she knew beforehand.

“The regulations for the bachelor’s banquet have changed this year.” Zong Zhenglin swept over her dress and saw that there was nothing wrong, so he was satisfied and explained it for her.

Mu Xiyao frowned slightly. “There is nothing in the invitation.” Logically, the invitation should be clear.

“This matter is not a serious problem for the deliberation, so naturally I skip it. There are only two more chief judges than before, and the number of people has increased to five. Most of the changes are in this bachelor’s banquet. Those who are ranked in the top three are granted the title of fellow concubine, and they enter the Hanlin for three years. Afterwards, those who are excellent in the examination will stay in the library.”

“Is there such a thing?” Mu Xiyao thought about it a little, and knew that Emperor Yuancheng intended to promote the poor family. Sir, it is no wonder that the scale of this bachelor’s banquet is unprecedented. “Apart from the two His Royal Highnesses, who are the three other lords?”

“The head of the Hanlin Academy, Wang Chonghuan.” Referring to this person, Zong Zhenglin raised his eyebrows. “Liu Tong, Minister of Rites, and Wenling House, Minister of the Supreme Court.”

Apart from Wang Chonghuan’s ****** mark on his body, the two people next to him were the old man’s confidants.

“So, concubine, thank your Highness for the suggestion.” Naughty winked at him, and Mu Xiyao looked at the deliberation chair on the second floor of the Confucius Building next to the presiding chair, but she was the only one who was assigned seven chairs.

“His Royal Highness, the concubine needs to go first. Otherwise, it’s too late, you should make people laugh at the concubine’s lack of etiquette.” After sorting out her appearance, she specially covered the face towel, Mu Xiyao bowed humbly, and was about to bring Mo Lan through the hall. go.

“It will be over, just wait.” Zong Zhenglin gave her a deep look, and was wary of Mu Xiyao’s various situations.

He raised his eyebrows and hummed, and finally agreed softly, and Zong Zhenglin let him go.

Seeing that she could get in, His Highness Sixth Highness summoned Wei Zhen and ordered him to send someone to guard him secretly, so he stepped inside and went straight to the presiding chair.

“His Royal Highness is here!” The voice of the promise started. Except for Zong Zhengming, who nodded slightly, everyone else stood up and saluted, respectfully calling out, “His Royal Highness.

” With a solemn face, he raised his hand, shook his cloak, and took his seat majestically.

Compared with Zong Zhengming’s talent and style, Zong Zhenglin is more imposing, and he is full of chilling majesty.

Everyone knows that he has always been cold and solemn, and he has led the position of Wu Jiansi, so he has the spirit of conquest on the battlefield. Although he was not a literati, his poetry and literary talent were also admired by literati.

At the most eye-catching presiding chair, the two His Royal Highnesses and the three lords were already seated, and everyone could not help but look up to the Master’s building next to them. Looking at it this way, it was a big surprise. During the deliberation of the seven Xixi seats, two of them were dressed as women, all covered with veils, which is not uncommon in Shengjing Academy, where men have always been in and out.

“This…how can there be women present as non-voting delegates and also hold a deliberation position?” Not to mention the shackles of etiquette, it is knowledge and literary talent, how can a woman hold this position!

The people of the Wei Dynasty were civilized, but women could enter the poetry club, but they could not enter the academy in a dignified manner. Men and women are on the defensive, no matter the concubine or the aristocratic family, they are all guarded and do not dare to disobey. Even if you can meet face to face, you can’t be too close.

For example, on the eve of Mu Xiyao’s wedding, he was hugged by Zong Zhenglin several times. Among them, the meaning of occupation is also real.

It is inevitable that people will talk more and more in private, and they will question the deliberation. After all, before this, the Bachelor’s Banquet had never been held by a woman in such an important position.

Zong Zhengming looked from a distance, and his eyes were fixed on the woman who was leisurely and elegant, not bothered by the outside world, and calmly flipping through the directory.

Just looking at it from a distance, from the eyebrows she accidentally raised, she recognized who this person was at a glance. Looking at Zong Zhenglin, who was also unmoved next to him, Zong Zhengming slowly retracted his gaze, and the order he just wanted to say was unintentionally mentioned.

Why is she here at this moment?

The deliberation seat is initially nominated by the poetry clubs of the academies, and the best twelve people are selected from the hundred people, and then verified by the Ministry of Rites. Yuan Chengdi had a look. Since she is here, the old man believes that Mu Xiyao has this talent, so he can take an unusual position in the deliberation?

Zong Zhengming frowned slightly, his mind complicated and unspeakable.

It is undeniable that there is joy in her heart. However, she was Zong Zhenglin’s concubine. The more capable Mu Xiyao is, the more helpful Yu Zongzhenglin is. In other words, it became a stumbling block to his great career. Such secret and contradictory thoughts caused Zong Zhengming to suddenly become silent compared to before.

I knew she was smart, but if she lived up to her name today, this measure would be over…

Zong Zhenglin didn’t say a word from beginning to end. I never planned to hide from Zong Zhengming, but looking at his expression now, I can see the clue.

That’s it, it’s up to him to weigh it, he is Zong Zhenglin’s woman, he takes care of himself.

“Your Majesty, it’s like this now, you two, but you want to mention the two in the deliberation table to the students here?

” Very dissenting, nodding his head to allow Si Li to do it.

It was a lively time in the examination room. Among the people, there were many students from poor families, and there were not a few young masters from aristocratic families. While looking at the two women with curiosity and contempt, he listened to the boss of the presiding judge speak. “Students, please stay safe. Since the opening of the bachelor’s banquet, I have valued myself, and only your true talents can learn. As long as you are full of articles and knowledgeable people, you don’t need to worry about

the fairness of the evaluation.”

Gradually annihilated, Sili nodded secretly. In the end, it was recommended by various academies, and the reasoning was clear, so that the mind would not go to the wrong place.

“As for the deliberation of the two of you, I don’t want to have a little bit of understanding with you, so that you can compare with peace of mind.”

“The third on the left is Miss Zhuge’s family in Shengjing, who is under the tutelage of a famous Wei master, a master of law, and Mr. Qu Hequ. He is the author of the book “Continued Writing of Wei Shu”, the cifu “Chongyang”, “Yanyan” and “Tang Shangxing”. This time, he will be a member of the deliberation, and his mentor, Mr. Qu Lao, will submit a book and recommend

it .” Every paragraph stood up, bowed generously, and then sat down again. Be well behaved, everyone is good-natured.

In this way, who is known to be the most famous and talented woman of the Wei Dynasty in Shengjing? All of them are top-notch, and compared with men, they may not necessarily lose. It’s not a shame to have her as the deliberation.

Then who is the only other woman who can sit next to him and ranks second?

“As for the person on the right, Rong Zai mentioned this name below, and you should know what books she has under her name.” When he announces this identity, I am afraid that the examination room will immediately become a storm. Even when he just went over to verify the invitation to check the private seal, he was stunned on the spot and didn’t respond for a long time. Now that I think about it, being rude is the worst thing to do.

“This is the one recorded in the “Hongwen Collection”, a top-three celebrity, alias Muyu.” The

voice fell, and the venue really changed frequently, exclaiming and whispering incessantly.

“Hong Wen Ji” influences geometry, and all literati, no one knows it. Not only the students, but also all the Confucian scholars who came from all over, also cast their eyes on Mu Xiyao.

Who is the wooden fish? Since a year and a half ago, it has suddenly emerged, and its articles have been selected from the top three golden pages eight times. The words are sharp, the insights are unique, the poetry and algae are brilliant, and the strategy and theory are sharp. Ordinary topics can also be written from uncommon places, analyzed and pointed to the pros and cons, concise and comprehensive, and are praised by everyone. His reputation is prosperous, and he is also recognized by the public as a rookie in the literary world and an outstanding person.

At this time, Si Liyan said that the woman who sits on the high platform with a relaxed expression is a mysterious and talented wooden fish that has been sought after by everyone for more than a year? Not to mention a scholar, he is an elder with considerable experience, and he still cannot believe it.

Women’s talents are like Zhuge Yue, comparable to men’s talents and virtues, and they have already amazed the world. Now that this person is struck by thunder again, his talent and learning are extremely pure, but few men can reach him.

After the clamor, the examination room became mysteriously silent, the atmosphere was stagnant, and there was a faint sense of heaviness.

Zhuge Yue’s apricot eyes were wide open, looking at the person next to him in shock. Is she a wooden fish? The person who “may see” in the teacher’s mouth?

Zong Zhengming suddenly clenched his palm tightly, his eyes were half closed, and his expression was obscure and indistinguishable.

[End of This Chapter]