When Shen Xingqi was speechless, she saw a figure rushing into the kitchen with a "whoosh".
"Madam, I'm so happy, so happy!"
The two people in the kitchen were stunned for a moment before realizing that the figure was Su Zhan who had gone out early in the morning to find out the news.
Isn’t this reaction a little too big?
Su Zhan always gave people a stable impression, and everyone was used to his unhurried style of doing things in the past. They had never seen him lose his temper like this before.
Isn't this thing worn?
Cheng Xi complained nonchalantly in her mind, "Looking at you so happy, your son is not at the top of the list, right?"
As soon as he finished speaking, Su Zhan looked like " Madam, how did you know?"
Cheng Xi: "."
To be honest, she really just blurted out what she said. Could it be that she really hit the mark, right?
Cheng Xi did have enough confidence in Shen Xingluo, and also firmly believed that he could absolutely crush his peers based on his abilities, but the expectation was one thing, and the reality was another.
In fact, when she saw Su Zhan's eyes that were equivalent to confirmation, she felt a joy that she had not noticed in her heart.
"It's true! Now our family is going to be in the limelight."
But is this important?
It’s not important, it’s really not important.
After all, it was only a matter of time before Shen Xingluo came out sooner or later, as he was so sinister that he plotted against people's death. It didn't make much difference whether he came out early or late.
Shen Xingqi next to her realized it later, with an extremely excited expression on her face.
"Brother is at the top of the list? Brother is at the top of the list! Huiyuan in this audition, is it true? Really???"
"Really, Miss, you heard me right. , my subordinates saw it with their own eyes from the imperial list posted by the Ministry of Rites."
"Great, my brother is so awesome, I know it!"
Cheng Xi: "."
That's not what you just said.
She seemed to be infected by the little girl's smile, she chuckled and waved her hand, "In that case, give me a good meal tonight!"
"Okay. ~(〃'▽'〃)”
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Shen Xingluo and Qin Zheng pushed the door open, and a domineering fragrance hit their faces, causing the latter to take a breath.
“Ouch!”
It smells so good!
It must be another rare delicacy!
Qin Zheng suddenly couldn't hold himself any longer, stepped into the wooden door, crossed the male owner of the small courtyard and headed straight for the backyard.
"My sister-in-law is making delicious food again. I'm so lucky!"
Shen Xingluo has long been accustomed to his fiery temperament, and he quickly followed up without even pausing. Go into the backyard.
At this time, the long dining table in the living room was already filled with all kinds of food, each of which was full of aroma. Because the distance was so close, the smell just now was even more overbearing.
Cumin mutton, sweet and sour short ribs, pickled fish, boiled prawns, grilled quail
Flying in the sky and running on the ground, swimming in the water, a combination of meat and vegetables, nutritionally balanced No, there are even several dishes that even Qin Zheng can't tell what kind of ingredients are used.
Even Qin Zheng, who was used to big scenes, couldn't help but his eyelids twitching and the corners of his eyes twitching.
Good guy, he called him a good guy, this food is too rich, isn't it?
Compared with the food of the Shen family, even the three meals a day of the major royal families and official families in the capital are much inferior. What's more, although the dishes on this table are indeed richer than in the past, the Shen family The usual meals are not included at all.
Qin Zheng suddenly felt a strange sense of humility in his heart.
What's the use of the Qin family being the richest man in the Yan Dynasty? They were so busy all day long with things in major shops, their strength and intelligence were not as good as this couple's, and their food was incomparable. What on earth did you want so much money for?
In terms of enjoyment, it's even worse.
Lost, lost, it was his Qin family who lost.
No comparison, no comparison at all.
Seeing Qin Zheng's face getting weirder and weirder, even Shen Xingluo, who could see through people's hearts, couldn't guess what he was thinking about.
However, the other party did not need him to greet him at all when it came to eating. Before the host and hostess of the Shen family sat down, Qin Zheng took a seat by himself, and his expression recovered from the initial depression. It's normal.
Others: "."
Are you so big-hearted?
Sure enough, mentally retarded children are much happier.
Although Qin Zheng is not mentally retarded in the traditional sense, he can be regarded as a silly son of a landlord to a certain extent.
“It’s so lively in front of Gongyuan today, why didn’t my sister-in-law go take a look?”
As he gulped down the sweet and sour pork ribs, he didn't forget to cue the others.
“Let’s forget it.”
Cheng Xi, who has experienced countless crowds during the Spring Festival and tourist season, said she is really not interested in crowds, “Today is a big lemon It’s a live show, I’m just a mortal, I won’t join in the fun anymore.”
Lemons are turned into essence? What is that?
Qin Zheng wanted to ask, but when he saw that the plate of prawns in front of him only had one chopstick, he stretched out his chopsticks very quickly. He breathed a sigh of relief when the prawn fell into his bowl.
Fortunately, okay, I saved it. It scared him to death just now.
The guests and hosts enjoyed this meal. The Shen family members were really happy. They were happy for Shen Xingluo from the bottom of their hearts. Qin Zheng himself also achieved an amazing ranking. , so I got high while eating and drinking, and soon started dancing.
Just as he was sitting down, Mr. Xu held a bottle of fruit wine in one hand and drank. His wise eyes narrowed slightly and fell on Shen Xingluo and let out a groan.
This guy has some ideas.
Well, he is worthy enough to be the disciple he took in halfway, that is.
“Why does this girl have such a silly smile on her face?”
Cheng Xi, who is worried about her future life by her master Unaware of Mr. Xu's worries, he ordered everyone here to disperse after instructing Qin Shan to send his master back to the next door.
When she returned to the room, Shen Xingluo was sitting in front of the window and looking quietly at the scenery outside the courtyard. It was difficult to tell what he was thinking in his dark eyes.
“What’s going on, you’re not happy about winning the top spot?”
Shen Xingluo came to his senses, stood up and made room for her, "Madam, you are overthinking, and you are in a very good mood tonight."
Cheng Xi looked at him for a moment, "You don't look happy. , is it possible that you don’t have confidence in the imperial examination?”
Not waiting for Shen Xing? Luo replied that she had denied this statement herself, "That shouldn't be the case. If there is no student from this class of essays who can beat you, no one will be your opponent."
"." He didn't really want to fight with others, so why did he use this description?
But one thing is right, those scholars who cannot carry on their shoulders and lift with their hands are indeed a bunch of weak chickens with no fighting ability.
"There is no need to worry about this matter. Although the competition in the palace examination is not only about articles and opinions, but also requires a certain amount of luck, I am confident that I can have a place in the first class."
First class?
Isn’t that the number one pick, the second pick, and the third overall pick?
“So confident——”
Cheng Xi saw Shen Xingluo’s expression of indifference, and based on her understanding of him, she knew that this was not an exaggeration. He must have had his own considerations in saying this.
"Tell me the basis for your conclusion?"
It is not easy for a child from a poor family to stand out. Some things are not determined by strength. There is no one in the court and no background. No matter how strong you are, It’s also hard to get ahead.
Furthermore, this exam is also an additional test for students from other places. The level of students from the Zijian School in Beijing is not low. The latter also has advantages that students from other places do not have - connections and background.
Based on this analysis, the possibility of foreign students wanting to enter the first class is really very small.
“The three places in the first class are appointed by the emperor.”
Shen Xingluo said calmly, "As the emperor, how many of you have a good impression of the aristocratic families? The intricate connections between these families have weakened the emperor's power a lot. Even if they are involved in the interests of the royal family, your majesty does not have a good impression of them."
"So, Your Majesty intends to weaken the power of the family?"
Cheng Xi suddenly remembered what he once said, that Yu Heting in the previous life would still be the third best in the next imperial examination.
“By the way, how is Mr. Yu’s ranking?”
“Very high, seventh on the list.”
"Wow~"
He is also a real god of learning.
It’s just that this god of learning may really have to say goodbye to Yijia this time. After all, there is someone in front of him who is more popular than him. No matter how much your majesty wants to weaken the power of the family, it is impossible for him to kiss him all at once. Point two children from poor families as one.
Cheng Xi thought about something and rolled his eyes, with a bit of slyness, "I think you can be a little bolder."
If the man on the dragon throne really wants to take action against the noble family, say Maybe they can give it a push.
"What does Madam want to say?"
"Here, guess what this is?"
Shen Xingluo looked up and saw Cheng Xi's slender fingers holding a thin letter. , "Is it a letter from Shenjiacun?"< br>
"Yes, do you want to guess what the news is?"
The man thought for a moment and thought, "The second season of potatoes will be harvested this year. This is the good news from Uncle Mantun. Letters.”
"Smart."
Cheng Xi was not surprised that he could guess that the letter sent from Shenjiacun was nothing more than those few things. It would be even weirder if he really couldn't guess it at this time and in this season.
“The second crop of potatoes was planted in early July. Uncle Mantun has rich planting experience and managed the second crop of potato seedlings very well. It is already mid-September, and the potatoes will not be able to wait any longer. It won’t grow too much, so the harvest is most suitable at this time. "
The current person in power in Lin'an Mansion is the son-in-law of the Du family, and Shenjia Village is tightly protected by the Fifth Prince's soldiers. Even the neighboring villages know nothing about planting potatoes. It can be said that confidentiality is kept tight.
However, both Magistrate Xie and the Fifth Prince knew that the person behind the potato planting was Shen Xingluo. When all the potatoes were harvested and a memorial was presented, his name would definitely fall on that person's case. superior.
Perhaps you have already registered your name with His Majesty?
Cheng Xi continued, "The potato output in the upper-grade fields is basically maintained at about 4,500 jins, and the potato output in the lower-grade fields is also more than 3,500 jins. They will all be harvested in a few days. The news will spread accordingly.”
In fact, Shen Mantun’s letter was not sent after the whole village had harvested potatoes, but only a few acres were selected to see the yield. The result was very surprising. Satisfying.
After all the potatoes in Shenjia Village are harvested, there will be hundreds of thousands of kilograms of potatoes.