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Chapter 678: Passing the Imperial Examination

The Minister of Rites bowed respectfully and then returned to his seat.

Seeing that his goal had been achieved, Censor Song bowed and then retreated. When he was retreating, he saw Prince Yong's admiring eyes and couldn't help feeling happy.

The emperor, sitting on the dragon throne, had seen all these little movements clearly, but he did not say anything.

After the court was dismissed, Gu Yankai walked out of the hall with a sullen face along with all the officials.

He was surrounded by only some important military officials and the lord's men, and other civil servants avoided him as much as possible.

"Marquis Ningyuan, I think we should talk to the emperor about this matter. It's okay for Tingye to be punished, but this is too severe."

"Yes, Ningyuan Hou, how about we go and talk to the emperor together?"

The people around him couldn't help but talk to Gu Yankai.

After hearing what these people said, Gu Yankai felt better, but still shook his head.

"No need. Since the government has already made the decision, that is Tingye's fate. He should accept it. It's his fault for letting himself be distracted by pleasure before."

"But... ..."

When someone was about to say something, someone saw the official's personal eunuch coming over and quickly and covertly grabbed him.

"Marquis Ningyuan, the emperor wants to see you."

"Okay, father-in-law, thank you for your help."

"Nothing, this is my duty."

"Everyone, please go back first. I will go to see the official."

After Gu Yankai said something to the others, he left with his personal eunuch.

The others were all a little worried when watching this scene. After all, they could be said to be one and the same. Although they each had their own calculations, they basically huddled together for warmth in the court.

However, there is nothing I can do now, I can only go back and hope that Ning Yuanhou is okay.

Gu Yankai followed his father-in-law to the imperial study, where the emperor was already inside.

"My lord, see your majesty."

"Marquis Ningyuan, please stand up. Please take a seat."

After Gu Yankai stood up, he carefully sat on the stool brought by his father-in-law and looked at the emperor without saying a word.

After the official finished writing the memorial in his hand, he looked up at Gu Yankai.

"How about it, do you think I'm too harsh?"

"I don't dare."

"Okay, sit down, don't kneel down all the time."

The official spoke to Gu Yankai with a smile, and it seemed that he had no intention of blaming Gu Yankai.

Gu Yankai was also relieved, but he still didn't know what the government meant.

"Hey, you also know what's going on in the court. Now everyone wants me to appoint an heir. Prince Yong and Prince Yan are fighting over it. I'm very happy that you can always stand by my side."

"Your Majesty, minister..."

"Okay, you don't have to say anything. I am doing this for your Ningyuan Marquis Mansion. Let's leave Gu Tingye like this for now. Fortunately, Gu Tingyu can take on the responsibility now, so you don't have to worry about it. Let them fight and don't get involved."

"The minister obeys the order."

Gu Yankai also understood what the emperor meant. It was similar to what he thought. He had suffered an unexpected disaster, but the emperor was very satisfied with him.

"Okay, that's enough. You can go down first. Don't worry about Gu Tingye. I will make arrangements when the time comes."

"Thank you, Your Majesty."

Just when Gu Yankai was about to walk out of the imperial study, he heard the emperor's promise, and his heart was completely relieved.

After all, if he really gave up Gu Tingye for the Ningyuan Marquis Mansion, he would still feel a little unwilling.

Fortunately, the government is not a heartless person after all, and has already prepared a way out.

After Gu Yankai left the palace, he got on a carriage and returned to the Marquis' Mansion.

The family was already waiting for Gu Yankai to come back for dinner. Gu Yankai did not directly mention anything about the morning court session, but just asked everyone to start eating.

After finishing the meal, he called Gu Tingyu and Gu Tingye to the study.

"Father, did something happen during the morning court?"

Gu Tingyu noticed that Gu Yankai's expression looked a little strange just now, so he asked after arriving at the study.

"Well, it's an unexpected disaster."

When Gu Yankai spoke, he also looked at Gu Tingye.

Gu Tingye was a little confused by what he was seeing. How could this morning court session have anything to do with him?

Gu Tingyu didn't remember such a thing happening in the original drama. After all, it was he who prevented Gu Tingye from passing the imperial examination. It seemed that this was a butterfly effect.

"Tingye, don't even think about taking the imperial examination this time. You won't pass it."

"Father, the results haven't been announced yet, why..."

"Hey, today..."

Gu Yankai sighed and told the two of them what happened in the morning court today, as well as who Censor Song was and all the other information.

"Father, it seems like this is Prince Yong's revenge or a warning?"

"Yeah, that's right. The two of them are fighting too fiercely now. Tingye is in trouble."

When Gu Tingye heard that he could not pass the imperial examination, he felt like the sky was falling. He never expected that his previous actions would come back to haunt him now.

However, after being sad, she finally came to her senses. She felt better when she thought about what Gu Yankai had said about the government's future arrangements.

"Father, it's okay. Didn't the government also say that there will be arrangements when the time comes? Then I won't worry. Besides, the essay this time is a bit biased. I might not have passed the exam anyway."

"Tingye, as long as you can figure it out, don't worry. The government will definitely give you an explanation."

Gu Tingye nodded. After all, he had to keep his word. He was not worried about this, but he felt a little unwilling.

Afterwards, Gu Tingyu and Gu Yankai talked about the issue of establishing an heir, and Gu Tingye also listened.

I never thought it would become so serious now.

 …

Time passed quickly. After Gu Tingye learned that he would not be able to make the list, he went straight to the Sheng family for classes.

Sheng Hong also knew about Gu Tingye's situation, and was not surprised that he came here to study.

As the announcement of the imperial examination results was approaching, Bianjing became lively again.

On this day, the entrance to the Imperial Examination Hall was once again packed with people. In order to see the list, people even climbed up the surrounding trees.

The Ningyuan Marquis Mansion had already booked a restaurant long ago, so of course there was no need to squeeze in. They just arranged for servants to watch over it.

The restaurant owner is not stupid. The names of the various private rooms are all like "Du Zhan Ao Tou" and "Jin Bang Ti Ming". But everyone does like them.

The Ningyuan Marquis Mansion was located in the most prestigious box, and next door was the Qiguo Duke Mansion. After the two families arrived, they met and chatted for a while.

Gu Tingyu's fourth uncle, fifth uncle and others also came over, pretending to be concerned. Gu Tingyu just shook his head when he saw them.

However, on the surface, they seemed to be having a very pleasant conversation. Gu Yankai watched them and nodded slightly in his heart.

Gu Tingyu stood at the window and saw the Sheng family's carriage coming, so he quickly asked the servants to invite them up. After all, the favor they had received from their previous school stay was still there.

After the two families met, they exchanged polite greetings. Sheng Hong was not overly enthusiastic and maintained the pride of a scholar.

"The results are released."

Suddenly, a loud shout was heard at the entrance of the Imperial Examination Hall, and everyone looked over expectantly.

From time to time, voices could be heard downstairs shouting that they had won the prize, and there were also scenes of wealthy businessmen directly picking sons-in-law from the list. It could be said that they became rich overnight.

But there were more failed candidates who did not even see their names on the list, and left with dejected looks.

"Master, the young master has won, he has won."

Sheng Hong seemed to have vaguely heard the voice of his servant, but he was not sure, so he looked over expectantly.

Unexpectedly, it turned out to be one of his own servants, running over and shouting loudly.

"Haha, my son got it. My son Changbai got it."

Madam Wang also saw it and was so happy that she almost flew up. Sheng Hong also showed a proud smile on his face.

Gu Tingyu didn't hear his name and was worried that he had written too much. Just as he was distracted, a loud shout came from below.

"Congratulations to the young master of Ningyuan Marquis's Mansion, Gu Tingyu, for winning the first place in the exam."