Chapter 97
It is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for a woman to participate in the palace examination. The female students in this subject, whether they are successful or not, have been remembered by history and have become winners in life. However, the human heart always yearns for a higher goal, and this is true for both men and women. Now that we have gone through hardships to get here, how can we return empty-handed?
Ruolan took a deep breath, calmed down, and continued to write quickly. The words flowing from her pen are like her inner monologue, sincere and profound. She wrote about the difficulties of women, her desire for knowledge, and her longing for the future. Every word seems to be a mark of her soul, recording every bit of her growth.
The palace examination lasted for four full hours and did not end until nightfall. The students left the palace one after another, while officials from the Ministry of Rites were busy sealing the place, covering the names and place of origin on the test papers with gold-sprinkled paper, and then hurriedly sent them to Wenyuan Pavilion. In Wenyuan Pavilion, the marking officers who had been waiting for a long time were gearing up and preparing to start their work. These grading officials were all Jinshi and had held important positions in the Qing court. Their eyes revealed an indescribable majesty and wisdom.
The marking work began, and a tense and solemn atmosphere filled the entire Wenyuan Pavilion. The marking officers all looked attentive, as if they were having a silent dialogue with the words. They either nodded in praise or frowned in thought. Every action revealed their seriousness and responsibility for the work. Pan Xiaoming, the minister, selected ten excellent works from the examination papers of male and female students. These excellent works were like bright stars, shining among the many examination papers.
After discussing with Zhongshu Ling Liu Yong, Pan Xiaoming submitted the selected test papers to the imperial case of Qianqing Palace. In the Qianqing Palace, Emperor Li Qingge was sitting on the dragon throne, her eyes revealing an indescribable majesty and wisdom. She took the test paper and flipped through it page by page, as if she was having a spiritual communication with the words.
More than a hundred students participated in the palace examination, and each test paper was thousands of words long. Faced with such a huge amount of reading, the emperor naturally could not review them one by one. Therefore, they could only select representative test papers and submit them to the emperor so that the emperor could make the final decision. Due to the initiative of the imperial examination system of the Great Yan Dynasty to test both men and women, the number of examination papers that Li Qingge needed to review was more than double that of the previous emperor. However, instead of getting bored or exhausted, she threw herself into the job with an unprecedented enthusiasm.
Although Li Qingge was not born into a family of ancient emperors and has limited understanding of such ancient articles, she can still roughly grasp the articles with her modern wisdom and vision, as well as her desire and respect for knowledge. The theme and essence of. She seemed to be able to penetrate the surface of those words and see the emotions and thoughts behind them. Each article seems to be an independent world for her to travel and explore.
Finally, under Li Qingge’s personal decision, the rankings of the imperial examination were settled. Du Ruolan's name was prominently listed, and her talent was recognized and appreciated by the emperor. At that moment, Ruolan's heart was filled with unspeakable excitement and joy. She knew that she had experienced too many hardships and hardships along the way, but it was these experiences that made her cherish everything in front of her even more.
The starting point of all this was that moment when Du Ruolan gradually understood the true meaning of female self-worth. She proved with her actions that women can also have their own sky and live an independent and wonderful life.
Choosing a talent like the top pick is indeed a big challenge for Li Qingge. As the first emperor of the Great Yan Dynasty to break the rules and allow women to participate in the imperial examinations, she knew that this step was not only a challenge to the old system, but also a major test of her own vision and wisdom.
Li Qingge, this witty queen, although she has the world, she never relies on her talent. She knew that she was not the best in literary appreciation, especially when faced with a mountain of test papers, many of which were written by talented people. It was not easy to select the real number one among them. So, she thought hard and finally came up with a clever trick - to use rhyme combined with vernacular to judge.
In ancient times, articles, especially poems and verses, paid great attention to rhyme and rhythm. Song lyrics were born for singing. Although the tune may have been lost now, future generations can still recompose the music according to the rhythm of the words and sentences, and regain the charm that spans time and space. Li Qingge is well aware of this. She believes that the content of an article with a pleasant rhyme may not necessarily be top-notch; but a truly good article must have an outstanding rhyme, as harmonious and moving as a piece of music.
So, she summoned Pan Xiaoming, the loyal and capable Minister of Rites, and ordered him to find someone to translate the twenty papers into vernacular, and then select some reading experts to recite according to the feeling of the original text. Li Qingge himself was sitting on the dragon chair, his ears as erect as a rabbit, listening intently. That expression seemed to be listening to the sounds of nature, and also seemed to be capturing the subtle emotions between the lines.
With the sound of reading aloud, each article seemed to be given life. They flowed in the air and turned into vivid pictures. Li Qingge closed her eyes and listened, sometimes frowning, sometimes raising the corners of her mouth. Her soul seemed to resonate with those words, and she felt the author's joy, anger, sorrow, and joy.
After listening, she selected a few articles that she particularly liked, and then carefully reviewed them against the vernacular translations. Her eyes are as sharp as an eagle, not missing any detail, and her thinking is as quick as lightning, quickly constructing the framework and context of the article in her mind. In the end, she decided on the top picks and second picks - Jiang Shiheng and Lin Ruowei as the top picks of both sexes, and Zhong Yuan and Xu Lin as the second picks of both sexes.
As for the selection of the top pick, you have to arrange another interview. The position of Tanhua is special and eye-catching. It requires not only talent, but also good looks. In the eyes of everyone, the number one scholar may be the pinnacle of the imperial examination, but the position of third prize is the dream of countless students. The No. 1 pick and the No. 2 pick mainly depend on talent, but the No. 1 pick is different. It requires a perfect combination of talent and personable demeanor, both of which are indispensable.
Just like Li Xunhuan in history, he has both talent and appearance, and has become a model of the most beautiful woman. And Lin Daiyu's father in "Do You Know" was also born in Tanhua, so Lin Daiyu inherited that talent and beauty. From ancient times to the present, people have valued appearance, and good-looking people can indeed take advantage of them. If you are both talented and beautiful, you are simply a winner in life, with a bright future, and even marriage is a hot commodity.
Just like Mrs. Sheng in "Do You Know", she is the daughter of Yongyi Hou and has a distinguished status. However, because she fell in love with Tanhua Lang's handsome appearance, she married him with a generous dowry regardless of her family's objections. . The imperial examination system has been around for thousands of years, and the prospect of the top candidate is often better than that of the top pick or the second pick. Even though the emperor himself did not judge people by their appearance, Tanhua Lang married a beautiful wife and had the support of his in-law family, so his career was smooth sailing. In history, there are even cases where the emperor originally selected the first prize, but when he saw that the parents were too good-looking, he directly changed it to the third prize.
The three words "Tanhualang" have almost become synonymous with both talent and appearance. Every time I mention it, it makes me yearn for it. But then again, there are no absolutes. There are also the kind of wizards who are ranked No. 6, and their aura of No. 1 can directly overshadow the No. 3 overall pick. The imperial examination system was a little different in each dynasty, some were simple and some were complex. But no matter how it changes, it still carries the dreams and hopes of countless people.
In this complex imperial examination system, from county examinations, government examinations, and college examinations to township examinations, joint examinations, and palace examinations, the best talents must be selected at each level. The first place in the county, prefecture, and hospital examinations is named Jianshou, which is the first to show his talent; the first place in the provincial examination is named Jieyuan, which is a little famous; the first place in the general examination is named Huiyuan, which is a rise in fame; The first place is what we often call the number one scholar. It is an honor that shines on the lintel and is famous in history.
Li Qingge sat on the dragon chair, looking at Jiang Shiheng, Lin Ruowei and others kneeling below, feeling unspeakable joy and pride in his heart. She knew that by taking this step, she not only selected real talents for the Great Yan Dynasty, but also opened a door to their dreams for women all over the world. And all of this stems from her respect for knowledge, thirst for talents, and brave innovation of the system.
These six exams are like the six difficulties on the road of life. The county exam, the government exam, the college exam, the township exam, the general exam, and the palace exam are all linked together and closely connected to form the "scholar's dream" Six yuan". The glory of "six yuan and a third grade" is like a shooting star in the sky, rare and bright. The imperial examination system has gone through thousands of years of ups and downs, and only two people can win this crown, which shows how difficult it is.
The curtain of the palace examination has just fallen. Inside and outside the palace, those students who have read poetry and books are like ants on a hot pot, anxiously waiting for the moment when they will be named on the gold list. In their hearts, in addition to their infinite longing for the No. 1 Scholar, there is also a place occupied by the honor of Tanhua Lang. Especially when the news came that Her Majesty the Queen would select ten outstanding students from each of the male and female subjects for interviews. For a moment, the selected students seemed to be surrounded by clouds of happiness, and their joy was beyond words. They know very well that this interview is actually the ultimate test for the potential beauty. Winning the first prize will certainly bring glory to the family, but the title of Tanhua Lang is like the smoke rising from the ancestor's grave, indicating a more glorious future. Once you wear the crown of Tanhua, your career or marriage will be even more powerful. As long as you don't make unforgivable mistakes, you will be firmly on the road to success in this life.
Li Qingge, the empress of the Great Yan Dynasty, chose the Tihe Hall in the southwest corner of the palace for the interview. This palace was once a holy place for the emperor to select women, but now it seems empty and quiet due to the queen's accession to the throne and the promotion of monogamy. Li Qingge secretly thought: Although the audition and interview have different purposes, they both serve to select the best. Why not take this opportunity to rejuvenate the Tihe Hall? So, she made the final decision, and Tihe Hall became the stage for this interview.
After the students learned about the interview location, they were even more convinced that this interview was actually the selection of the beauty queen. Tanhua, as the third place in the first class of the imperial examination, although her status is not as good as the number one and second place, but the requirement of having both talent and appearance fascinates countless students. Since the third overall pick is to be selected, the top pick and second pick must have already been settled in the Queen's heart.
Among the twenty students selected for the interview, Du Ruolan is undoubtedly the most eye-catching presence. She is talented, has poems and songs at her fingertips, and has an outstanding appearance. She is as beautiful as a peach blossom blooming in spring. Among the ten people on the female list, she is the youngest, but she is so beautiful that people cannot take their eyes away. Students on both the male and female lists were involuntarily attracted by her grace, and looking at her more often seemed to be tainted by her talent and beauty.
In the men's list, Pope's appearance is undoubtedly a beautiful sight. He is twenty-five years old. Although he is not young by ancient standards, he is the youngest and most handsome among the students interviewed this time. His posture is as straight as a pine, tall and strong, his face is as handsome as jade, fresh and refined. Standing among a group of old academics in their thirties and forties, he stood out like a chicken and stood out.
Empress Li Qingge was sitting on a high dragon chair. Her eyes glanced at Pope and Du Ruolan inadvertently, and she couldn't help but admire them secretly. She softly asked Pan Xiaoming next to her: "What's the name of that young man?" Pan Xiaoming replied respectfully: "His name is Pu Bo, and his courtesy name is Ming Zhang." Li Qingge nodded and said, "Pine and cypress are evergreen, what a good name! You go. Tell him that there will be a ceremony in the Hall of Supreme Harmony three days after the interview, and I will announce the results in public. "
"Yes!" Pan Xiaoming responded and left quickly. When the twenty students heard the news that the interview was over, they all breathed a sigh of relief, and their tense nerves finally relaxed. They stood up and left one after another, some cheering and others silent, with mixed feelings in their hearts.
After Queen Li Qingge returned to Qianqing Palace, she still couldn't forget the grace of Pope and Du Ruolan. She ordered: "Bring Pope and Du Ruolan's test papers, I want to take a closer look." Upon hearing this, the attendants immediately presented their test papers. Li Qingge took the test paper and read it carefully. Every time she read a sentence, she seemed to be able to see the two people writing hard in the examination room. Her talent and hard work made her admire her.
The night is getting darker and the lights in Qianqing Palace are brightly lit. Queen Li Qingge sat in front of the case, holding the test papers of Pope and Du Ruolan tightly in her hands, but she was thinking about something more profound in her heart. She knew that this interview was not only the selection of Tanhualang, but also an important test for the future talents of Dayan Dynasty. She hopes that through this interview, truly talented and ambitious students can be selected to contribute to the prosperity of the Great Yan Dynasty.
In the early morning of the next day, the sun filled the palace, and in the Tihe Hall, a unique interview was quietly taking place. Queen Li Qingge sat on the dragon chair, scanning each student with sharp eyes. She already had her own judgment standards in her heart. Pope and Du Ruolan, as the top candidates in this interview, have become the focus of her attention.
During the interview process, both Pope and Du Ruolan showed their talents and style. They either quoted scriptures or talked about current affairs, all with ease and ease. Queen Li Qingge saw this and was delighted. She knew that these two people were definitely the talents she wanted.
After the interview, Queen Li Qingge returned to Qianqing Palace, but she was still thinking about the performances of Pope and Du Ruolan. She decided that no matter what, she would keep these two people by her side and contribute her own strength to the future of Dayan Dynasty. Therefore, she ordered her attendants to prepare for the matters related to the grand ceremony. She would personally announce the results of this interview in the Hall of Supreme Harmony, so that everyone could witness the glory of this moment.
Three days later, the Hall of Supreme Harmony was filled with people and excitement. Queen Li Qingge was sitting on the dragon throne, looking majestically at the crowd below. She took a deep breath, and then spoke slowly: "The results of this interview have been announced. I have decided that Pope will be the most beautiful girl on the male list, and Du Ruolan will be the most beautiful girl on the female list!" As soon as she finished speaking, a shout suddenly sounded in the Hall of Supreme Harmony. There was a round of applause and cheers. Pope and Du Ruolan also showed surprised smiles. They knew that at this moment, they finally realized their dreams.
Queen Li Qingge also showed a satisfied smile. She knew that through this interview, she not only selected two talented young men, but also sowed the seeds of hope for the future of the Great Yan Dynasty. She believed that in the near future, these two people would definitely become the pillars of the Great Yan Dynasty and contribute their own strength to the prosperity of the Great Yan Dynasty.
Okay! ”
While Pan Xiaoming responded, he hurriedly pulled out the answer sheets of Du Ruolan and Pope from the pile of test papers, and presented them with both hands, revealing an unquestionable respect and caution in his movements. The sun shone through. Passing through the window lattice, mottled light fell on his face, reflecting some traces of time, but also showing his composure and sophistication
At this time. , in the nine-peach incense burner, Ruinao incense is burning slowly, and the rising smoke is like filaments, and floats like a veil, covering the entire space in a hazy and mysterious atmosphere. It is neither too rich nor too elegant. It stimulates people's senses just right and makes people feel peaceful, as if it can wash away all dust and distracting thoughts.
Emperor Li Qingge was sitting on the dragon chair, wearing a golden dragon robe. His clothes swayed gently with his movements, like a golden dragon leaping, majestic yet gentle. In this lingering fragrance, she spent half an hour carefully reading the answer sheets of Du Ruolan and Pope, word for word. Her eyes were sometimes solemn and sometimes twinkling, as if she could see the hard work and talent behind the two students through the words.
After reading, she gently put down the test paper, turned to look at Pan Xiaoming, her voice was gentle but with unquestionable majesty: "The answers of these two people are of great literary talent and overflowing aura. It is indeed indistinguishable. But compared with the number one pick, where do you think they are?”
Hearing this, Pan Xiaoming bowed slightly and thought for a moment. After a while, he replied: "Returning to your majesty, I think that although these two students have good intentions, they may be a little immature and have not enough experience. After all, they are young and have not experienced too many hardships in the world. They have many expectations for everything in the world. I have good wishes, but I have never deeply realized the complexity and change of world affairs and the cruelty and ruthlessness of reality."
Emperor Qingge Wen. He nodded slightly, with a flash of approval in his eyes: "That's true. The disaster relief strategy of the top scholar I selected is so profound and sharp, and it goes straight to the core of the problem. It's amazing. He said frankly that although natural disasters are fierce, man-made disasters are It is often more serious if the greed of people cannot be effectively curbed during disaster relief and ensure that the materials are actually delivered to those in need. The disaster will only get worse and the tragedy will be more serious." At this point, she couldn't help but sigh, with a bit of worry and helplessness in her eyes: "In comparison, the measures proposed by Du Ruolan and Pope in the disaster relief strategy. Although it is a good idea, it is still a bit immature and fails to get to the root of the problem. ”
When Pan Xiaoming heard the words, he thought to himself, and then responded respectfully: "What your Majesty said is absolutely true. However, I believe that although these two students have not yet reached the height of the number one scholar in terms of insights, their disaster relief answers are also excellent. The reason why they They are not as good as the number one scholar, not because they lack literary talent, but because they lack years of accumulation and experience. It would be unfair to easily deny their talent and potential because they are young."
After hearing this, Emperor Qingge nodded in agreement. twinkling in eyes After a hint of relief and expectation: "You are right. Age is not a barrier, but may be capital for their future growth. They are still young and have a long way to go in the future. Many opportunities for experience are waiting for them. The future of the country , after all It’s up to these young people to shoulder the responsibility. In this case, let’s choose Pope as the male prostitute and Du Ruolan as the female prostitute.” Pan Xiaoming responded respectfully, secretly feeling sorry for these two. A student is happy. He knew that Emperor Qingge specially reviewed these two examination papers, and he also understood that these two students were the best in both talent and appearance in the palace examination. Now receiving this honor is undoubtedly an affirmation of their talent and hard work.
After the interview, the students who took the imperial examination were eagerly waiting for the final confirmation of the candidate and the arrival of the ceremony. The entire palace seemed to be immersed in a tense and exciting atmosphere, and everyone was looking forward to that moment.
The so-called Chuanlu Ceremony is a grand ceremony in the ancient imperial examination system to announce the ranking of Jinshi. In ancient times, "胪" had the meaning of announcing to the next, and "chuan" meant to announce by roll call. Therefore, the ceremony for announcing the rank of Jinshi was called the "Chuan Lu Ceremony". This day is a crucial day for all students participating in the palace examination.
The day finally came, and the students came to the Hall of Supreme Harmony early to wait. As the first of the three main halls of the outer dynasty, the Hall of Supreme Harmony is the most magnificent and highly regulated building in the Dayan Palace. It is commonly known as the "Jinluan Hall" among the people. It towers into the clouds and is majestic, as if it is the most solemn existence in the world.
The students were dressed in new official uniforms. The men were wearing pink clothes, looking heroic and energetic; the women were wearing long blue skirts, gentle, pleasant, dignified and elegant. It is worth mentioning that the official uniforms worn by the men in this palace examination were specifically pink. Whether in the East or the West, pink was once an exclusive color for men. First, because pink dye is precious, second only to purple and cyan, and only noble people are qualified to wear it; second, because in traditional aesthetics, warm colors are regarded as masculine and are consistent with a man’s virile temperament; while cool colors are Negative, more suitable for women. Therefore, pink, as one of the warm colors, has naturally become one of the favorite colors for men. Blue symbolizes the vast sky and the tranquil universe. Women wearing blue clothes look more gentle, quiet, dignified and elegant.
As the Chuanlu Ceremony approaches, the entire Hall of Supreme Harmony is immersed in a solemn and warm atmosphere. The students stood or sat, chatted in low voices, or prayed silently. Everyone's face was full of anticipation and nervousness. They know that the arrival of this moment will mean that their lives will open a new page. No matter what the outcome is, they will go all out to win glory for themselves, their family, and their country.
Finally, with a melodious bell ringing, the Chuanlu Ceremony officially began. The eunuchs held yellow scrolls and shouted loudly to announce the ranking of the Jinshi. Every time a name was announced, there was a burst of warm applause and cheers in the Hall of Supreme Harmony. The students were either happy or sad, excited or calm, but no matter what, they all felt the solemnity and sanctity of the imperial examination system at this moment.
When the eunuch sang the names of Pope and Du Ruolan, they stood up almost at the same time, with excitement and joy shining in their eyes. They know that the arrival of this moment means that their efforts and talents have been recognized and affirmed. They looked at each other and smiled, as if to say: "We did it!"
The Chuanlu Ceremony ended successfully with warm applause and cheers. The students saluted and thanked the emperor one after another, thanking her for her appreciation and promotion. Emperor Qingge looked at them with a smile, his eyes full of relief and expectation. She knows that these young people will be the future and hope of the country. She believes that with their efforts, the country will become more prosperous.
Speaking of it, pink, in the past years, was the elegance of a gentleman. It carries a gentle and elegant temperament without losing strength. Blue, on the other hand, is like a lady, quietly flowing with gentleness and tranquility. However, time flies and things change. People today always like to joke that men are truly brave and fearless when they wear pink. This is not groundless. There has been such a fashion trend in the long history of history.
Since the seventh year of the Republic of China, the voice of women's rights has become increasingly louder, and girls have begun to boldly try boys' colors to demonstrate their determination to pursue equality. Over time, the balance of aesthetics has quietly tilted. Blue has gradually become a symbol of men, while pink has unexpectedly become the exclusive territory of girls. This change, although not explicitly stipulated, has become a customary rule in society.
Li Qingge, this girl who traveled through time and space, was shocked by this subversive concept of color when she first arrived in this world. She looked at the pink colors all over the street, from rose pink to Barbie pink, it was a dazzling array of colors. And when she saw the male students wearing pink clothes, she was so surprised that her jaw almost dropped. She felt that such a combination was too abrupt and unacceptable.
Her heart could not help but ripples. She thought that if the children wore pink, it might add a bit of cuteness; but if the weather-beaten old men, all of whom were preparing to take the imperial examinations, with gray hair and wrinkles on their faces, wore pink, the scene would be simply too ugly. I dare not look directly at him, it is too inconsistent.
Li Qingge frowned, but the people around him didn't seem to think there was anything wrong with it. Instead, they thought this was how a real man should dress. Times are changing, and so are aesthetics. Although Li Qingge has no choice but to go with the flow. As time passed, she gradually got used to this subversive color combination.
When it comes to the imperial examination, it is a major event in a scholar's life. It is like a carp leaping over the dragon's gate. Once he becomes famous, he can jump from a country boy to a celebrity around the emperor. The Chuanlu Ceremony is like celebrating the New Year, and the students are all looking forward to this day. The newly established Enke in the Great Yan Dynasty was naturally a top priority for Li Qingge.
She specially ordered someone to make a red tapestry dragon robe for her, embroidered with light golden peonies. The gorgeousness was simply breathtaking. Putting it on, Li Qingge not only didn't have the slightest air of makeup, but instead exuded a domineering aura that dominated the world, making people look at him.
In front of the Hall of Supreme Harmony, the sound of royal ritual music was loud. The officials of the Ministry of Rites, dressed in uniform court uniforms, cleared their throats and prepared to start the ceremony. All the civil and military officials were also dressed in handsome official uniforms. They walked neatly into the hall and took their positions.
The etiquette officer said "the auspicious time has come", and Li Qingge walked into the hall with firm steps. She sat firmly on the Nine Dragons Throne, with such a majestic aura that people dared not look directly at her. All the officials and students saluted and shouted: "Her Majesty the Queen!"
"No courtesy!" Li Qingge waved his hand, his eyes as sharp as an eagle, and his voice was steady and powerful. She said: "Let's begin!"
As soon as she finished speaking, firecrackers went off, and the ceremony of passing on the name officially kicked off. Zhongshu ordered Liu Yong, as the head of the hundred officials, to hold the imperial edict and begin to read it. His voice, like a great bell, resounded throughout the Hall of Supreme Harmony.
As the play says, the best is yet to come. First, the list of the second and third class was announced. There were so many people, so they only reported the numbers. The list was posted at the entrance of the palace for everyone to check by themselves.
When it comes to the most exciting first place, it is the glorious moment of being number one, number two, and third overall. Whether we can honor our ancestors depends on this tremor. The official announced in a loud voice: "The new number one scholar is Jiang Shiheng on the male list, and Lin Ruowei on the female list!" His voice was long and drawn out, and every word could be heard clearly, echoing in the Hall of Supreme Harmony. , as if to penetrate the sky.
The rules of this tradition are to sing and sigh three times, and the lingering sound will linger for three days. Inside and outside the palace, officials announced at the same time, pushing the ceremony to a climax. Li Qingge sat on the Nine Dragons Throne, looking at the students kneeling below and feeling an inexplicable emotion in his heart. She knew that these students, after years of hard study, finally ushered in their moment of glory at this moment. And she, as a witness of this era, also feels extremely honored and proud.
Jiang Shiheng and Lin Ruowei, as the top picks in the new department, have become the focus of everyone's attention. Wearing gorgeous official uniforms, they came forward to salute and thank Li Qingge. Li Qingge looked at them, filled with relief and expectation. She knows that these young talented men and women will be the country's future pillars, and they will contribute their own strength to the development of this country.
After the Chuanlu Ceremony, Li Qingge held a banquet in the Hall of Supreme Harmony to entertain officials and students. At the banquet, she personally toasted Jiang Shiheng and Lin Ruowei to congratulate them on their achievements. Jiang Shiheng and Lin Ruowei were also grateful and expressed that they would do their best to serve the country.
Looking at this scene, Li Qingge couldn't help but feel a warm current in his heart. She knows that this era has become more exciting and vibrant because of the existence of these talented men and women. And she will continue to write her own legendary stories in this era.
In the main hall, candlelight flickers and is resplendent, reflecting a solemn and solemn scene. The official was dressed in gorgeous court clothes, holding an ivory wat tablet, and his voice was as loud as a bell. As soon as he finished speaking, a loud announcement sounded from the door of the palace, like spring thunder exploding in everyone's ears: "This is The new top scorer in this year’s class is out! The man's name is Jiang Shiheng, and the woman's name is Lin Ruowei!" These words were shouted three times in front of the hall. Each time they were shouted, it was like beating a drum in everyone's heart, shaking people's hearts. The last two champions were considered It's a done deal, beyond dispute.
Jiang Shiheng, dressed in a green shirt, with a face like a crown of jade, and a bookish air between his brows, could not hide the excitement in his heart. He clenched his fists tightly, his nails almost digging into his palms, but he forced himself to remain calm. Lin Ruowei, on the other hand, was wearing an elegant skirt, her hair was pulled high, her eyebrows were like distant mountains, and her eyes were like autumn water. Although her face tried her best to remain calm, the twinkling light in her eyes revealed the turmoil in her heart. The two slowly walked out of the queue. Although their steps were slow, they were extremely determined, as if they were stepping on the clouds with every step. They stood in the center of the hall, accepting gazes from all directions.
Immediately afterwards, the official's voice sounded again, like the autumn wind sweeping through fallen leaves, clear and powerful: "The second in the new department, the male is Zhong Yuan, the female is Xu Lin!" The same words were shouted three times, and the voice echoed in the hall, It was lingering around for a while before it dispersed. Zhong Yuan has a burly figure, a resolute face, and an indomitable spirit in his eyes; Xu Lin is as gentle as water, with a touch of sadness in her eyebrows, but without losing her perseverance. The two looked at each other and smiled, conveying silent encouragement and support to each other.
Let’s talk about Tanhua, who is responsible for good looks among this group of talented people and beauties. Pope has a tall and straight body, a face like a sculpture, and an extraordinary temperament; Du Ruolan has a flowery face and a moonlike appearance, a temperament like an orchid, fresh and refined. Although everyone knew it, they still felt a little regretful when they actually heard the messenger read out their names. After all, the position of third flower is no worse than the number one scholar. The No. 1 scholar means a bright future; the No. 1 scholar means a good career and marriage. As the old saying goes, "The night of flowers and candles in the bridal chamber, the time when the gold medal is named", both are achieved.
The official Chuan Lu accurately reported the names of the first and three people again, and his voice echoed in the hall, which seemed particularly solemn. Queen Li Qingge, dressed in a luxurious dragon robe and a phoenix crown, sits on a high dragon chair, majestic yet loving. She gave an order: "Picture above!" As soon as she finished speaking, two guards on white horses flew over like arrows, and a huge picture scroll unfolded in their hands. On the scroll, there was a huge turtle named "Ao". According to the old rules, these talented people and beauties from Yijia had to step on this picture to pay homage to the emperor.
Under the guidance of the official, Jiang Shiheng and Lin Ruowei stood side by side at the top of the mountain. They looked at each other and smiled, with excitement and pride in their eyes. Zhong Yuan and Xu Lin stepped on Ao's front feet, standing upright with solemn expressions. Pope and Du Ruolan stood on the back foot. Although their positions were slightly inferior, there was no displeasure on their faces, but a kind of indifference and ease. The six people stood upright and saluted Queen Li Qingge together: "See Her Majesty the Queen!"
Queen Li Qingge smiled slightly, and that smile was like the spring breeze blowing on her face, making people feel warm. She said softly: "Everyone, get up and look up." When the new scholars heard this, although they were in awe of the majesty of the emperor, they couldn't help but secretly raised their heads to see the beauty of Queen Mingde. True appearance.
At this sight, the six people were stunned. The shock in their hearts was beyond words. Everyone said that Her Majesty the Queen was ruthless in her methods and ruthless in governing the country. She established the Great Yan Dynasty amidst the bloody storms, and used severe punishments to attack the landlords and return the fields to the people. Therefore, everyone thinks that the queen should be a tall, powerful and imposing character. Except for the difference in gender, she is just like the male emperor. But the Queen in front of her is so beautiful that it makes people's hearts flutter.
Her appearance is just like that of a fairy from heaven, so radiant that people can't take their eyes away from her. The skin is as delicate as gelatin, the eyebrows are as smokey as distant mountains, the eyes are like autumn waves, the bridge of the nose is high, and the lips are bright red. Every part is just right, as if it is the most perfect masterpiece of nature. She was wearing a dragon robe and a phoenix crown, which added a bit of majesty and dignity, but her fairy spirit did not diminish at all, but became even stronger.
Du Ruolan was even more surprised, she couldn't believe her eyes. She looked at Her Majesty the Queen sitting in her seat, and suddenly remembered the scene when the other party came to rescue her when she was in trouble last year. At that time, she was alone, in danger, and almost desperate. At that moment, a woman in gorgeous clothes suddenly appeared and rescued her from danger like a god descending from the earth. At that time, she felt that the other person was so beautiful that she was unforgettable. That kind of beauty was not only in appearance, but also in temperament, as if it came from the bones.
Unexpectedly, this savior turned out to be Her Majesty Queen Dayan! The surprise and emotion at this moment made Du Ruolan unable to calm down for a long time. She looked at Her Majesty the Queen and felt an indescribable admiration and gratitude in her heart. She knew that in addition to her own efforts, she was able to stand here and become the number three star of the new school, and it was also inseparable from Her Majesty the Queen's protection and care.
Queen Li Qingge looked at the six new scholars in front of her, and her heart was filled with joy and expectation. She knew that these people were the pillars of the country and the hope of the future Great Yan Dynasty. She hopes that they can use their talents and wisdom to contribute to the development of the country. At the same time, she also hopes that they can maintain their original intention and innocence and not be fooled by the prosperity and temptation of the world.