The Cai Mansion's first test to recruit reading companions and writing was actually the Han Yuefu. He only needed to follow up with the corresponding Yuefu poem. This was a bit out of Yang Rui's expectations, but it made sense when he thought about it.
Yang Rui wasn't good at other things, but the only club Yang Rui joined when he was studying in the Medical University was the "Poetry Club". At that time, the club gave practical credits. Yang Rui admitted that he wasn't good at other things, so he chose this club that he felt was the easiest to get practical credits. He still remembered a lot of the poems and songs that he came in contact with at that time.
Therefore, the two entrance examination questions from the Cai Mansion might be difficult for other players, but for Yang Rui, it was just right. Yang Rui quickly answered the two corresponding Yuefu poems and easily stepped into the Cai Mansion's gate.
"Shangxie
I want to know you,
Long life without decline,
Mountains without hills,
Rivers dry up … "
Next, when he entered the inner mansion, the test was still a Han Yuefu poem. This was probably popular in this period of history, but this time, the test method changed from answering questions to answering scrolls.
After Yang Rui looked at the question, he grabbed the brush on the table at the door and wrote the second half without hesitation.
Thunder in the winter,
Snow in the summer,
Heaven and earth together,
I dare to break with you! "
After he finished writing, Yang Rui handed the "answer scroll" to the old man behind the table and stood there waiting.
Yang Rui wasn't good at calligraphy, so the few lines he wrote looked very immature. The old man took Yang Rui's "answer scroll" and looked at it. He couldn't help but frown. Obviously, he didn't dare to compliment Yang Rui's handwriting. However, he still handed the "answer scroll" to the boy next to him and let him take it to the inner mansion.
This test wasn't like the previous ones where the result was immediately known. It seemed that the result would only be decided after the people in the inner mansion looked at it. While waiting, Yang Rui also noticed that the player who arrived before him was still scratching his ears and cheeks as though he was in deep thought.
In fact, the Han Yuefu poem "Shangxie" was quite famous in the real world. Most people could say a sentence or two, but it might be because of the influence of the disassembled version of "Shangxie" in some movies and TV series. There weren't many people who could say the original sentence. Obviously, the player next to Yang Rui was in such a situation.
If it was in the real world, he might consider secretly asking Yang Rui, but the game was much more strict. He was afraid that as soon as he opened his mouth, he might be disqualified.
Moreover, Yang Rui was currently disguised as a scholar. In the eyes of the player, he was just an NPC. If it was Yang Rui, he wouldn't ask an NPC. Therefore, although the player looked at Yang Rui, he didn't ask anything.
Not long after, the player also wrote a few words. As usual, the old man behind the table looked at it and handed it to the boy to be passed to the inner mansion. From the old man's expression, the player's "answer scroll" was obviously not complimentary.
"Young Miss invites the two of you to meet in the mansion."
About a quarter of an hour had passed. A young maidservant walked to the side of the door and whispered into the old man's ear.
Although the maid's voice was soft and ordinary people wouldn't be able to hear it, with Yang Rui's current strength as a Special General, he naturally heard the maid's words. Immediately, Yang Rui was overjoyed. The only person in the Cai Mansion who could bear the title of "Young Miss" was Cai Yan!
Yang Rui immediately figured out the general situation. Presumably, it was Cai Yan who was presiding over this assessment!? Looking at the player next to Yang Rui, he didn't seem to have any reaction. With his strength, he shouldn't have heard the contents of the conversation.
Next, under the guidance of the young maid, Yang Rui and the player entered the inner mansion of the Cai Mansion. After passing through several winding corridors, they finally arrived at a place that looked like a study.
"This one is Cai Shi. I have tried to continue studying the history of the Han Dynasty for a long time, but due to my lack of talent and knowledge, I am unable to fulfill my wish. Previously, the two of you have matched a short poem that I wrote, which is what I admire. I wonder if the two of you are willing to complete my dream of studying history together with me? All the expenses will be borne by Cai Shi alone. Naturally, the salary will not be less than the two of you … "
When Yang Rui and his companion arrived, one of the playboys in the study room had already stood up and cupped his hands towards Yang Rui as he spoke enthusiastically.
Yang Rui looked at him. This person who looked like a young master was no more than fifteen or sixteen years old. His skin was fair and rosy, and he looked very noble. His speech was very mature, and there were two small mustaches above his lips. No matter how you looked at him, he was the young master of a large family!
However, Yang Rui wasn't confused by his appearance. This person should be Cai Yan without a doubt! If Yang Rui hadn't already guessed her identity, he wouldn't have been able to tell that she was a girl.
The matter of the Cai Mansion's recruitment of reading companions and writing had progressed to this point. Yang Rui didn't expect to meet Cai Yan, this talented historical girl with a very rough fate, so quickly. Moreover, he had passed the two tests that she presided over and had the opportunity to get close to this talented girl.
"Miss, you've made a mistake this time. How could these two people in front of us possibly know how to write history books? Look at their crooked handwriting, it's not even as good as ours!"
"That's right! That's right! It's like a crab crawling over, hehehe! "
“.....”
At the same time that Cai Yan sent out the invitation, the two people in the study whispered to each other. However, not a word was missed, and it fell into Yang Rui's ears again. At this point, Yang Rui was even more certain that this Cai Shi was Cai Yan without a doubt!
"How can I refuse Young Master Cai's request? This humble one is Undying Chicken Gower. Although I'm not very talented, I'm very willing to study history together with Young Master Cai. I hope Young Master Cai doesn't mind. "
Before Yang Rui could reply, another player beat him to it.
From a player's point of view, the matter of the Cai Mansion's recruitment of reading companions and writing companions was considered a hidden mission. This player named Undying Chicken Gower was just a very ordinary player. Of course, he wouldn't miss out on such a chance to complete the mission by answering the questions.
"Thank you for your support, Brother Gower. Cai Shi thanks you in advance."
Cai Yan smiled and cupped her hands in greeting. However, she quickly shifted her gaze back to Yang Rui. "Yes, Sir Undying Chicken.
In fact, what Yang Rui didn't know was that although Undying Chicken Gower had passed the first two stages of Cai Yan's examination, his answer in the second stage was still a little forced. On the other hand, Yang Rui had given the most perfect answer, which was why Cai Yan paid more attention to Yang Rui.
Just as Cai Yan said, the poem "Shangxie" was written by her. It was a small confession of her youthful feelings. However, she had only written the first half of the poem and hadn't thought of the second half for the time being. She didn't expect Yang Rui to match the poem perfectly. After reading it, Cai Yan's heart skipped a beat.
Therefore, it was normal for Cai Yan to pay more attention to Yang Rui than to Undying Chicken Gower. Of course, these feelings were something Yang Rui would never have guessed.
"I, Su Yang, am also very willing to study history with Young Master Cai. However, there are some difficulties. I have a mother who is dozens of years old that needs to be taken care of. I'm afraid that I can only spare one day in three days. It's even possible that I won't be able to come over once every few days.
In this way, I will be disturbing Young Master Cai's normal recruitment. Young Master Cai, why don't you recruit other people? However, I am very interested in studying history. I only hope that I can contribute when I have the time. I don't need any salary from the Cai Manor. What do you think, Young Master Cai? "
Yang Rui replied after some consideration. He casually gave himself the identity of "Su Yang".
Due to the limitation of the Polymorph Surface's cooldown period of 36 hours, Yang Rui definitely couldn't stay in the Cai Manor all the time. Therefore, Yang Rui pretended to find an excuse to leave himself some leeway.
When encountering an NPC like Cai Yan, Yang Rui naturally had to do his best to strive for her. With Zhang Ning as an example, it was likely that Cai Yan was one of the very few famous historical figures. To be able to come in close contact with such a person was an opportunity that could only be encountered by chance.
If Cai Yan agreed, Yang Rui would naturally be able to come to the Cai Manor occasionally. There would also be opportunities for him to come in contact with Cai Yan.
However, Cai Yan's expression darkened after hearing Yang Rui's words. She was clearly surprised by Yang Rui's answer. Just when Yang Rui thought that Cai Yan would refuse, Cai Yan's expression changed again. She smiled at Yang Rui.
"Brother Su is extremely talented. It's my honor to be able to study history together with Cai Shi. I hope that Brother Su can come and help us when you're free. With Brother Su and Brother Gao's help, it's enough. There's no need to mention the recruitment of people. "
Cai Yan actually agreed to Yang Rui's request without hesitation. Her words revealed that she had also considered Yang Rui as the main force in the study of history.
Yang Rui was naturally very happy to receive Cai Yan's affirmation. Next, at Cai Yan's invitation, Yang Rui, Cai Yan, and Gore's Undead Chicken sat down in the study. Under Cai Yan's guidance, they once again talked about the Han Yuefu.
Yang Rui was really not good at discussing history. However, when it came to poetry, Yang Rui was not afraid at all. For the next half of the day, not only did Yang Rui show his familiarity with the Han Yuefu, but he also occasionally uttered beautiful sentences that had never appeared in the world. Cai Yan could not help but praise him several times.
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