When Zhang Xiaobao and Wang Juan arrived at the railway and waited for the first train to move, they heard various voices coming from the crowd.
After Wang Juan heard it, she did not think it was a coincidence. The people who should be talking about the train were actually talking about the upcoming Autumn Examinations. This was definitely not normal. She frowned and listened carefully for a while. Then, she said to Zhang Xiaobao, "It seems that some people don't want us to properly participate in the examinations."
"Yes, they have nothing to do. They have to find something to do to feel that life is not monotonous. They are also very noble. It's not easy. They clearly know that doing such small actions will not have much of an effect on us, but they still insist on doing it. Their goal is to make us worry every time. What kind of spirit is this?"
Zhang Xiaobao's lips curled up. He seemed to be very happy, making the slightly depressed Wang Juan burst out laughing.
"You, if they hear your words and see your expression, I wonder if they will go crazy. You actually don't show any annoyance at all."
"I really don't care. I'm not pretending for others to see. Not to mention that this is an era of imperial power, even in the later era of communism, which commoner can stop the decision of the upper class? If you don't behave, then you will be suppressed. "
Zhang Xiaobao looked around with a calm expression.
Wang Juan was clearly not satisfied with Zhang Xiaobao's evaluation of the regime of a certain era. "There are still better things. The past is the past. What do we do now? The Imperial Examination is a big event. If many people who participate in the examination know that the top scorer has been decided, they might gather together to cause trouble. Do you really plan to suppress them with force? "
"Suppress? Do you think I am such a cold-blooded person? I can't bear to see anyone get hurt. Let's go forward. Don't let people recognize us. That will be troublesome. After all, we are public figures. "
Zhang Xiaobao wanted to pull down the brim of his hat. He pulled Wang Juan's hand and squeezed into the crowd. Only when they were really in the crowd could they feel the lively atmosphere.
Wang Juan also followed suit and pulled down her hat. "Slow down. Aren't you cold-blooded? You can't bear to see others get hurt, so you close your eyes to hurt others. I'm asking you for a proper solution. Your attitude is not good. "
"A solution? It's simple. Watch me. " Zhang Xiaobao and Weiwei smiled, still looking indifferent. They touched the arm of the person beside them and asked, "Big Brother, I want to ask about something. Just now, I heard someone talking about this year's Autumn Examinations. What's going on?"
The person who was touched by Zhang Xiaobao turned his head to look at him. When he saw Zhang Xiaobao smiling very amiably, he also smiled and said in a low voice, "Do you know why there is a Spring Quarter Examination this year, and there will be an Autumn Quarter Examination soon?"
"I don't know. Big Brother, do you have any inside information?" Zhang Xiaobao cooperated with the pose of an underground gang member and asked with a twinkle in his eyes.
"This is for special people."
"Special people? Who was so special? I refuse to accept this, "Zhang Xiaobao said indignantly.
"There are many people who refuse to accept this, but we don't know who it is. Maybe it won't take long to find out. Don't tell others. If you get caught, don't blame me." This person pointed to the sky mysteriously and even trembled, indicating that it was very dangerous.
Zhang Xiaobao nodded repeatedly. "Yes, I won't say. When it comes out of your mouth, it enters my ears. No one else can hear it. Has the top scorer been arranged?"
"What top scorer? The other positions have also been arranged. This year's Autumn Quarter Examination is a scam. "This person's mouth was almost reaching his ears, and he didn't hide his disdain at all.
Zhang Xiaobao also followed this person's words. He gritted his teeth, rolled his eyes, and said, "Big Brother, when I squeezed my way over, I heard that this year's top scorer was given to Zhang Xiaobao. His father is a minister in the Ministry of Works, and his hometown is Zhangjia Zhuangzi in Sanshui County. That little brat is not even 20 years old. How can he be the top scorer? If it's him, I've decided not to stay in Tang. I'll pack up and go somewhere else. "
Oh, this brother, don't blame me. I'm a straightforward person. I'll say whatever comes to my mind. Don't listen to other people's nonsense. If it was really given to Zhang Xiaobao, then it would be fine. Brother, I'm not trying to lecture you, but you should learn more and think more. "
This person directly scolded Zhang Xiaobao. Perhaps he felt that it was a little inappropriate, so he explained himself and changed his tone to that of a teacher.
"Yes, Big Brother is right. Think more, but what are you thinking about?" Zhang Xiaobao turned his head to look at Wang Juan and winked at Wang Juan. He meant to say, 'Look, isn't Big Brother awesome? I have supporters.' Wang Juan pursed her lips and laughed softly, indicating for Zhang Xiaobao to continue.
"Don't know what to think? Let me ask you, what is the purpose of the Imperial Examinations? "This person puffed out his chest and acted like a teacher.
"Purpose? Of course it's to become an official. There needs to be an official in the Imperial Court. "
"That's right. What does an official do? Govern the place, don't you think so? "This person continued to follow Zhang Xiaobao's words.
Zhang Xiaobao nodded. "Yes, and then?"
"Then it's to let the people live a good life. You look like someone with some knowledge. Why don't you understand? Our Xiao Bao and Cuckoo are already governing the place, and they are doing very well. No matter where they are, the people there will live a good life.
Do you understand? Our Xiao Bao and Cuckoo are already good officials. They are not the top scorer because they don't have the time to take the examinations. If they take the examinations, they will pass every examination. It would be strange if Xiao Bao, who can govern the place so well, did not become the top scorer. "
This person kept mentioning our Xiao Bao and Cuckoo. His words were so intimate that Zhang Xiaobao and Wang Juan were stunned.
They looked at each other and saw a hint of moisture and determination in each other's eyes.
Zhang Xiaobao thought for a moment and said to this person, "Big Brother, if Xiao Bao and Cuckoo hear your words, they will be very happy. Maybe they will really participate in the Autumn Examinations this year to be fair. Why don't we find someone to let the people in the imperial court know that it is only fair if Zhang Xiaobao and Wang Juan participate this year? Aiya, I don't think Wang Juan can do it. She is a woman. "
"So what if she is? How many men in Tang dare to say that they are better than her? Our Cuckoo is not inferior to men. Eh? You are right. Let them participate in the Autumn Examinations and see who dares not to become the top scorer. Alright, you stay here first. I will go out and take a walk. "
After this person finished speaking, he did not know where he was going and squeezed out with all his strength.
"You are lying," Wang Juan said to Zhang Xiaobao as she looked in the direction that the person left.
"I am not lying. I am really participating in the Autumn Examinations this year. Everyone says that if the emperor treats me like a country scholar, I will repay him like a country scholar. Since the people think that we are good officials and can let them live a good life, we will work together to make their lives better day by day."
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