Do You Know?: Rule the World.

Chapter 36 The Sheng Family Arrives in Beijing
The successful candidate came from afar alone, and did not know much about the custom of catching a son-in-law in Bianjing.

Faced with these scorching gazes, he couldn't help but take a step back in fear.

As soon as he stammered out the four words "not yet married", several wealthy businessmen rushed over and fought for it.

One pulled his belt, another pulled his collar, and some directly stuffed the engagement letter into his arms.

Taking advantage of the chaos, a burly wealthy businessman joined in with four or five servants. Without saying a word, he pushed everyone away, carried him into his own carriage, and drove away.

This operation left many people stunned and amazed.

Pinlan and Shulan walked through the crowd and came to Zhao Han's side. They said in unison, "Congratulations, Brother Zhao, for winning the first place in the imperial examination!"

"Congratulations, nephew. If Brother Hong knew this news, he would be extremely happy."

As Sheng Wei spoke, the envy in his heart grew stronger.

He knew very well how valuable the title of Huiyuan was. In the Great Zhou Dynasty, those who could pass the Huiyuan examination were already halfway to becoming the prime minister.

Zhao Han remained unfazed by praise or criticism, and said with a cupped hand, "I was able to successfully enter high school this time thanks to Uncle Sheng's care and support. I will never forget this kindness."

When Sheng Wei heard this, he couldn't help but feel warm in his heart, and secretly sighed that Zhao Han's future must be limitless.

After all, if an ordinary candidate wins the first place in the imperial examination, most of them will not be full of confidence and glory, but he can still be so humble and steady.

Thinking of this, he couldn't help but think of the scholar named Sun Zhigao, whom he had tried his best to support when he was in Youyang.

Sun Zhigao passed the imperial examination at the age of twelve and was a well-known child prodigy in Youyang, with a bright future.

But ever since he failed the provincial examination last year, he has become a different person, spending all his time hanging out in places of entertainment, drinking and chatting with people from all walks of life.

The most infuriating thing is that he would come to the Sheng family to borrow money many times in an arrogant manner, saying that he would return all his money even if he spent it all.

If Li had not stopped him, he would have kicked Sun Zhigao out long ago.

After a moment, Sheng Wei came back to his senses. He looked at the humble and polite Zhao Han in front of him.

Thinking about the good-for-nothing Sun Zhigao again, he secretly sighed that he was still not as good as Brother Sheng in the ability to judge people.

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Three days later, the sky was just beginning to brighten.

Zhouqiao Wharf is already a busy scene, with all kinds of ships coming and going on the Bian River.

Zhao Han and Sheng Wei had been waiting here early.

Not long after, a red-lacquered official ship with a flag bearing the Chinese character "Sheng" emerged from the fog. Two young men in brocade robes stood on the bow, waving from afar.

Zhao Han looked closely and saw that it was the brothers Sheng Changbai and Sheng Changfeng.

The boat slowly approached the shore. Zhao Han calmly straightened his clothes. After the rope was tied, Hua Lan supported Old Lady Sheng and walked down the stairs steadily.

The old lady's silver hair was combed meticulously. Hualan wore a lilac-colored skirt with only a few plain pearl flowers in her hair. There was a perfect smile on the corner of her lips. In the morning light, she was as beautiful and elegant as a lotus flower emerging from the water.

Sheng Hong, who had been following behind and kept looking at Lin Qinshuang, suddenly seemed to remember something and hurried forward to support the old lady.

"Mom, please be careful with your steps." Sheng Hong said softly, looking like a loving mother and a filial son.

After approaching, Sheng Hong smiled and bowed to Sheng Wei, "Brother Wei, sorry to have kept you waiting!"

Sheng Wei hurriedly returned the greeting, his sleeves fluttering in the morning breeze: "Why should we be so polite when we're brothers?"

As he spoke, he turned to the old lady and bowed respectfully: "Nephew pays his respects to the old lady. You must have been exhausted from the journey. Are you feeling well?"

Old Madam Sheng extended her hand to support him, and said with a laugh, "Thank you for your concern. I'm fine."

After exchanging pleasantries, Sheng Hong eagerly turned his gaze to Zhao Han. He stroked his beard, his eyes gleaming with anticipation, "The results of the imperial examinations have been released. I wonder how you, my dear son-in-law, ranked?"

Zhao Han smiled slightly, cupped his hands, and said solemnly, "I have lived up to my father-in-law's expectations. I am lucky enough to have passed the imperial examination."

He paused, and out of the corner of his eye he saw Hua Lan lowering her eyes, her long eyelashes casting a faint shadow on her cheek. His voice softened, "Thanks to God's blessing, I have won the first place in the exam."

As soon as these words were spoken, Sheng Hong's eyes widened and his lips trembled slightly.

"Hui...Huiyuan? The first place winner of this year's examination?!"

Hua Lan was shocked and no longer cared about being reserved. She raised her beautiful eyes and stared straight at Zhao Han.

Sheng Wei smiled and raised his hand, pointing in the direction of the Imperial Examination Hall. "Brother Hong, are you confused?"

"The imperial edict is now posted outside the Imperial Examination Hall. I brought two maids to see it with my own eyes. Nephew Zhao's name is written first!"

"Oh my God..." Sheng Hong muttered to himself, and a hint of luck flashed across his eyes.

If he had not decided on the marriage, such a handsome, elegant and talented Huiyuanlang would have been gone.

I'm afraid that he would have been vying for a son-in-law among the nobles in the capital.

Sheng Changbai's eyes showed endless envy, and the old lady also looked at Zhao Han with loving face.

"What a great Huiyuanlang! He is truly a rare talent!"

"It's rare to find someone as young as you who can achieve the highest score in the imperial examination."

As she spoke, Old Lady Sheng smiled and patted Hua Lan's hand, "Our little girl Hua is so lucky to have found such an outstanding husband."

"Grandma..." Hearing this, Hua Lan was so embarrassed that even her ears turned red.

She raised her eyes quietly and met Zhao Han's gentle gaze. She lowered her head hurriedly and twisted the handkerchief in her hand.

Sheng Hong was even more delighted and kept saying, "Mother is absolutely right!"

"My son-in-law is one of the best in the entire Bianjing City, with his good character and talent."

"Let's go back home and have a banquet to celebrate!"

Soon, six or seven carriages slowly drove out from the dock, their wheels making rumbling sounds as they rolled over the bluestone road, and headed straight for Jiying Lane, which was only four or five miles away from the imperial palace.

Hualan, Wang Ruofu, and Rulan and her daughter were in the same plane.

"What did you say? Brother Zhao passed the imperial examination?!"

The round fan in Wang Ruofu's hand slipped into the carriage with a "snap".

The noise made Rulan, who was originally concentrating on playing cricket fighting, prick up her ears and listen carefully.

"Yes, it's a pity that my mother didn't hear it with her own ears."

When they were greeting each other just now, the lady was instructing the servants to pack up the household belongings in the back and missed this amazing news.

Wang Ruofu came back to her senses, moved closer to Hualan, and her voice trembled.

"This is a great joyous event. Back then, your father only ranked second, which was already glorious enough."

"This time, Yuan Lang will enter the Hanlin Academy. Hua'er, Hua'er, we have really found a treasure!"

Hua Lan lowered her eyes and smiled slightly. She was naturally happier than anyone else because her future husband would achieve great things.

"No, no, when I get home I will write a letter and send it to your grandparents to make them happy too!" Wang Ruofu's heart was beating fast and her face was full of smiles!
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