Every time I wear it quickly, there are always big guys giving it away.
Chapter 158 The Queen Arrives 47
Qionglin Banquet.
After passing the imperial examination, all the successful candidates were eligible to attend the banquet given by the imperial court to celebrate their success. Because the banquet was held in the famous royal garden, Qionglin Garden, it was named "Qionglin Banquet", also known as "Wenxi Banquet".
The environment in the garden is elegant, with ancient cypresses and tall pines along the corridors, and crabapple gardens, camellia gardens, banana gardens, etc. on both sides; there are also many pavilions and waterside pavilions, which are magnificent.
The scholars who rode on horses in the parade seemed to be in a mood to see all the prosperity of Kyoto in one day. The first three scholars in the parade were the most popular and attracted a lot of attention.
The streets were crowded with people watching the fun, and the buildings along the street were also full of guests.
Regardless of whether the scholars were mentally prepared or not, many young girls who had their eyes on the ideal man were very unrestrained and would throw whatever they had in their hands, with their goal being the man's arms.
Handsome men are chosen more often, while men with average or even ugly looks are ignored.
Embarrassment comes from comparison, but fortunately they can comfort themselves: compared with those students who failed the exam, they are much better off.
After the parade with gongs and drums, these scholars will attend the first important banquet in their lives - the Qionglin Banquet.
Kyoto is indeed a place where nobles gather, and the officials at this banquet are all of high rank.
They were the kind of important figures whom they never saw normally, but now they were seen everywhere in the park.
In the past, such an important figure would definitely not even give them a glance; but now, seeing this group of young scholars coming in one after another, he would just nod slightly, with a faint smile on his face.
Chen Jia and the Regent were the last to arrive. The scholars who had already taken their seats followed the ministers in front of them to pay their respects, and no one dared to look up at them at this time.
Chen Jia was not the kind of king who liked long speeches. After taking her seat, she nodded to Eunuch Lu.
Eunuch Lu stepped forward, unfolded the decree that had been prepared earlier and read it out, which was to announce the destinations of the successful candidates.
Therefore, the scholars below all pricked up their ears and listened very carefully.
Not all successful Jinshi candidates could immediately become officials. Except for the top three Jinshi candidates, the others only obtained the qualifications to become officials and had to pass the strict examination of the Ministry of Personnel before they could become officials.
Officials who successfully pass the assessment will generally be sent to local areas to serve as county magistrates and start from the bottom.
The top scholar was usually awarded the title of editor in the Hanlin Academy, while the second and third place winners were awarded the title of editor in the Hanlin Academy.
This means that you have officially entered the official career.
It is rare for a successful Jinshi to rise to a high position immediately. One must have some achievements before the family can help.
After Eunuch Lu finished reading, the scholars immediately kowtowed to express their gratitude. The ministers also had expressions that were not surprising.
It seems that the queen does not have any particular favorite students. The places she arranges for these successful candidates are quite standard and no one can find fault with them.
The banquet was filled with joy, and the music of stringed instruments was pleasant to the ears. Occasionally, students would recite works of extraordinary talent, which would cause the ministers who loved talented people to nod their heads frequently.
During the break of the banquet, Chen Jia took some time to pay attention to the direction of the successful candidates, especially the top three, whom she paid special attention to.
However, this attention cannot be too obvious, otherwise these ministers who only know how to give advice will think wrongly!
To be fair, the top scholar and the two next scholars all have good looks, and the top scholar is the best among them.
Before he even reached twenty, he had already surpassed everyone else and won the title of top scholar, which shows his true talent and knowledge.
He was dressed simply and plainly, exuding a scholarly air and a gentle and refined manner. Although it was his first time to personally experience such an important occasion, he was still able to handle it calmly and steadily.
This kind of courage has won the appreciation of many people.
The Qionglin Banquet ended early, and the ministers who had daughters of marriageable age began to take the initiative.
Of course, they don’t want to snatch all the Jinshi candidates, but only those who catch their eyes.
As for the most sought-after number one scholar, Cui Xingjian had already gone against all odds and brought him back to his mansion for a gathering.
Many ministers knew that there was no hope. One reason was that their teacher had done them a great favor, and the other was that the Cui family also had many daughters of marriageable age.
How could the experienced and experienced Master Cui miss such an outstanding young man!
Chen Jia stepped onto the carriage back to the palace. She was just about to close her eyes and take a nap, but the next second she was staring into the eyes of the regent who lifted the curtain and took his seat.
Chen Jia was the first to give in. "Uncle, is there anything you haven't said yet?"
Otherwise, at this hour, it’s neither early nor late, we should all go home and rest early.
The Regent stared at the person opposite him, like an agile and sharp hunter staring at his prey. This overwhelming momentum made Chen Jia subconsciously hold his breath and wait for his next words.
"Your Majesty is considering the minister's suggestion?"
This question was incoherent. Chen Jia frowned and thought for a long time, but she couldn't remember any suggestions that she had forgotten.
After racking her brains for a long time, she decided to give up and get straight to the point, "Uncle, why don't you explain it more clearly?"
It’s almost like saying “I really can’t remember it.”
The Regent paused, as if he had not expected the lady's reaction to be so strange.
He took a breath and said in a deep voice, "Your Majesty, the three-year period is coming soon. Logically, you can start considering choosing someone to take over the harem..."
The fact of being named did not make him feel better, but made him feel even heavier.
Chen Jia was confused and said softly: "I remember that I seemed to reject the minister's advice, uncle, have you forgotten?"
She looked a little hesitant, and looked at the other person with a serious expression.
Is the emperor's uncle beginning to show signs of forgetfulness at such a young age? Is it because she has squeezed him too hard?
She felt a little guilty and hurriedly asked, "Uncle, have you been too tired these days? You don't have to worry so much, I'm here to take care of you!"
"I haven't forgotten!"
The Regent almost wanted to give up, he was a little tired.
The reply from the lady seemed to be fine, but it was totally off the point, and it was even getting further and further away, almost leading him astray!
Chen Jia's expression clearly showed "I am confused", "Why do you ask questions when you already know the answer", "What is the profound meaning that I haven't realized?"
"Just now at the dinner, you were staring at the number one scholar. I thought you..." The Regent gradually stopped talking, as if he didn't know how to start again.
Chen Jia laughed, "Do you think I like him?"
The other party hesitated for a moment, but nodded after a while, "Not really?"
"I do - have a crush on him -" For some reason, a chill suddenly blew through the carriage, and Chen Jia immediately put on her cloak. "After all, I am attracted by his talent, so I guess that counts as a crush!"
Chen Jia smiled slightly, "Talents like this should shine in suitable positions. It would be a pity to put them in the harem—"
Moreover, she faced the celestial-looking Regent every day, and her horizons had unconsciously risen by several levels.
The still green top scholar really couldn't impress her.
"Haha..." The Regent sneered, "Your Majesty thinks highly of him and is willing to lower his status!"
Chen Jia suddenly understood what it meant to "have a point but cannot explain it clearly". The Regent now seemed to be making trouble for no reason.
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