Time passed quickly and there were only seven days left before the imperial exam. During this period of time, Li Xianxian went to see Li Youyun almost every day. This made the two of them quickly call each other brothers and their relationship became even better.
The Four Books and Five Classics, astronomy and geography, the two of them talked about everything and regretted not having met earlier.
However, the closer Li Xianxian got to Li Youyun, the more unfriendly Lin Feiyun looked at Li Youyun. However, he did not dare to do anything to Li Youyun. After all, he could not afford to offend Li Xianxian.
However, Lin Feiyun already had a grudge against Li Youyun and set up a dead end. He only needed to wait for Li Youyun to step into the trap.
In the Laifu Inn.
"Brother Youyun, tomorrow is the imperial exam. I believe that you will definitely be the top scorer. At that time, we will meet in the throne room." Li Xianxian raised his wine cup and drank it in one gulp.
"A Worthy Younger Brother's auspicious words. You and I will be the top scorer together. At that time, we can also visit the common people." Li Youyun said loudly and also drank his wine.
…
On the day of the imperial exam, the entire capital became extremely lively. A large number of students rushed to the Scholar Pavilion because the examination hall was located there.
In the examination hall.
Li Youyun sat upright. Although he was slightly nervous, he was still full of confidence. He believed that with his knowledge, he would definitely be the top scorer.
However, Li Youyun was slightly regretful that he did not see Li Xianxian in the examination hall. Presumably, she should be in another examination hall.
"Answer the questions first."
Ding Ling Ling!
The examiner rang the golden bell and the door of the examination hall slowly closed. A set of examination questions were given to each student. This also meant that the imperial exam had officially begun.
"The world is ruled by literature and the country can be pacified by martial arts. If Confucianism uses literature to create chaos and martial arts to break the law, is there a good solution?"
Li Youyun looked at the question in front of him and smiled slightly. This question was too easy for him. He immediately ground an ink stick and picked up a brush to write.
Time passed bit by bit. As the golden bell rang again, the examiners collected the papers one by one, and the first round of the imperial examination ended.
However, the Imperial Examination would last for three consecutive days. During these three days, the students were not allowed to leave the examination hall. Everyone had their own private residence. After the three days of examination, they could leave the Scholar Pavilion.
Of course, if there were students who gave up, they could leave first. However, this would also mean that they would fall behind and have no chance to pursue an official career.
The first day of the exam ended just like that. What Li Youyun didn't know was that his exam paper wasn't placed with the other students, but was placed in front of someone else.
In a separate room in the Scholar Pavilion.
"Lord Zhang, what do you think of Li Youyun's results?"
Lin Feiyun casually passed the test paper in his hand to the person beside him. This person was wearing a second-rank official's robe. He was actually the Grand Secretary who was in charge of the Imperial Examination, Zhang Chunshan.
"Good, good, good. What a good 'rule the country by law'."
When Zhang Chunshan finished reading Li Youyun's test paper in one breath, he said the word "good" three times. His face was extremely excited.
"What? Did this person really answer the questions very well? "Lin Feiyun said with a gloomy face.
Unfortunately, Grand Secretary Zhang Chunshan didn't notice Lin Feiyun's expression at all. Instead, he praised with great emotion, "It's not just good. It's simply a great talent in ruling the world. If the Saints saw this essay, they would definitely place him in a great position."
Whoosh!
Suddenly, Lin Feiyun actually snatched the test paper from Zhang Chunshan's hand. Then, with a gloomy face, he tore the test paper in half.
"Young … Young Master Lin … Why are you doing this?" Grand Secretary Zhang Chunshan asked in shock.
"Lord Zhang, I remember that when you first entered the capital, it was my father who cultivated you vigorously. That's why you are a second-rank official today, right?" Lin Feiyun said lightly.
"Yes … That's right … Prime Minister Lin's kindness … I will never forget it." Zhang Chunshan hurriedly made a fist salute, as if he vaguely understood Lin Feiyun's thoughts.
"This Li Youyun has offended me. He can forget about becoming an official in this lifetime. Do you know what to do?" Lin Feiyun said gloomily.
"I … I understand … But if people find out … I'm afraid I …" Zhang Chunshan wiped the cold sweat on his forehead. He wanted to say something but stopped on second thought.
"You can rest assured. In the capital, other than His Majesty, my father is the most powerful. You can do whatever you want. I don't want to see this Li Youyun again. Do things to the extreme. You must have a way."
"Of course. As long as you do this for me, I will personally go see my father. The position of Minister of Revenue will be yours." Lin Feiyun patted Zhang Chunshan's shoulder, a cruel smile on his face.
"Oh right, since this test paper is excellent, you can put it under my name. Otherwise, it would be a pity to abandon it."
"Haha."
Lin Feiyun laughed and left, leaving Grand Secretary Zhang Chunshan sighing. He secretly blamed this student called Li Youyun for offending Lin Feiyun of all people.
"Li Youyun, for my own career, I can only destroy you. In your next life, don't offend people you shouldn't offend." Zhang Chunshan murmured with a ruthless expression.
If a scholar wanted to be ruthless, there was nothing a martial artist could do. Zhang Chunshan knew how deep the waters of the imperial court were. If he righteously rejected Lin Feiyun today, he might be demoted to a pauper tomorrow. Naturally, someone would do this for Lin Feiyun.
Therefore, Zhang Chunshan went all the way. He already wanted to kill this student called Li Youyun.
…
"Sir, I'm innocent. I really didn't cheat. This thing really isn't mine."
In the examination room, two soldiers dragged Li Youyun out of the examination room. Li Youyun tried hard to explain to Zhang Chunshan. Unfortunately, Zhang Chunshan wronged him. Why would he listen to his explanation?
"Hmph."
Zhang Chunshan scolded coldly. He threw the test paper in Li Youyun's face and said, "Did I give you this answer?"
"This … this …?"
Li Youyun was so angry that he couldn't speak. Today was the last exam. He was writing at a fast speed and was about to finish the paper. Suddenly, the examiner in front of him slapped the test paper in front of him and loudly scolded him for cheating.
Before Li Youyun could react, the examiner ordered the soldiers to arrest him. That was why this scene happened.
"How dare you, Li Youyun. Where did you get this test paper? Why don't you tell me the truth?" Zhang Chunshan scolded angrily. However, there was a trace of guilt in his eyes.
"Sir, I'm innocent. I'm really innocent." Li Youyun's face and ears were red. It was obvious that he still hadn't figured out what was going on. He could only anxiously cry out for his innocence.
"Hmph, what a bold madman. Take him to the imperial prison." Zhang Chunshan rebuked. Two soldiers escorted Li Youyun out of the examination room.
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