Nine dragons fight for the throne, I don't want to sit on this throne

The city of Kyoto entered a period of chaos in the next few days.

The Crown Prince was very angry about the cooperation of the Fourth Prince and others. On the one hand, he used his power to target this group of people, and on the other hand, he asked the Minister of Justice Ling Haoran to investigate secretly.

Although he was resentful that the other princes had joined forces, the crown prince was no fool. He understood that he had to give an explanation to the emperor in the final analysis.

While dealing with a group of princes, we must find out the truth of the matter.

After joining forces, the Fourth Prince and others did not retreat in the face of pressure from the Crown Prince.

Despite the prince's opposition, they continued to investigate the matter.

This actually gave the busy Chu Ning time to mark the test papers.

Three days later, a group of candidates gathered outside the examination room, waiting for the announcement of the results.

On this day, the sky was clear and the sun was shining brightly, but it could not stop the enthusiasm of the candidates.

"Brother Deng, I believe you will be on the list this time!"

"Hahahaha, with Brother Liu's good words, I believe Brother Liu will not fall behind."

"Hurry up and open the door. The results are about to be announced!"

"I have studied hard for more than ten years. I believe I will be admitted to high school this time!"

This imperial examination will be heard by the emperor. If you can make it to the list, you can then take part in the palace examination and become an official appointed by the court.

In everyone's sight, Chu Ning's figure appeared in front of everyone, followed by Liu Shouren and a group of yamen runners, holding a huge list in their hands.

"Greetings to His Majesty the King of Chu!" Everyone immediately bowed.

Chu Ning nodded slightly and said with a smile: "You are all talents of our dynasty. Regardless of whether you can make the list this time, I hope you will not care too much about the gains and losses.

If you fail once, you can try twice, three times. As long as you don’t give up, you will pass the exam one day!”

As scholars, it is inevitable that some of them are psychologically fragile and cannot accept failure.

But these are all talented people, and Chu Ning couldn't bear to see any of them do stupid things after the results were announced, so he appeased them in advance.

After saying this, Chu Ning continued, "There are a total of 600 people on the list this time. You will take the palace exam tomorrow and your father will select you as the top scorer!"

After he finished speaking, Chu Ning waved his right hand and said solemnly, "Come here, announce the results!"

At a command, the bailiffs carried the list to the huge wall outside the examination room and put it down.

As the list was announced, the hearts of the candidates were in their throats.

On the exquisite silk cloth, three big characters appeared at the top: Deng Hongwen!

"Brother Deng, Huiyuan is indeed you!"

"As expected of Brother Deng, your reputation is well-deserved."

"Hahahaha, congratulations, Brother Deng!"

The candidates around did not seem surprised by this and they all bowed and congratulated a thin, weather-beaten middle-aged man.

Deng Hongwen was extremely excited at this moment. He stared at the list in front of him with tears in his eyes and muttered to himself:

"Dad, Mom, I'm in high school!"

Afterwards, Deng Hongwen came to his senses and returned the greetings to the people around him.

Chu Ning showed a look of satisfaction when he saw this scene.

Deng Hongwen was a man who was astounded by the other party after reading his article.

Whether it is scriptures, theories, policies, edicts, chapters, or memorials, he can use them at will.

At the same time, the insights into national policies are also unique.

After reading this person's article, Chu Ning immediately sent someone to investigate this person.

Deng Hongwen was born in a poor family. In order to support his elderly parents, he refused to marry and have children, for fear of adding to the burden on his parents.

But even so, this man's literary talent had long been famous in Yangzhou. Everyone knew that he had outstanding literary talent and was a famous filial son.

But no matter who tried to recruit him, he was rejected because he wanted to support his parents!

If the imperial court had not provided money to hold the imperial examination, and if his parents had not persuaded him, with this person's personality, it would most likely have been impossible for him to take the examination.

Being able to pass the high school this time is what everyone expected.

Just as Chu Ning was lost in thought, everyone at the scene exclaimed in surprise.

"The second place is actually Yang Wentao!"

"Yeah, I thought Brother Liu would be the second."

"Who said it wasn't true? Brother Liu and Brother Yang each have their own strengths and weaknesses. I didn't expect that Brother Yang would come in second this time!"

For a moment, everyone bowed to a young man who was about 25 years old.

This man was wearing a long silk gown, a hair crown on his head, and holding a feather fan. He looked elegant, but there was a bit of arrogance on his face.

Although he was bowing to everyone in return, there was clearly a hint of pride in his eyes.

Chu Ning looked at this person, and his information appeared in his mind.

Yang Wentao, a native of Yanzhou, had a father who was a businessman. Although he had no connection with any wealthy family, his family background was far superior to that of ordinary people.

If Deng Hongwen deserves the title, then the second place winner Yang Wentao is very controversial.

This person is equally matched with another person, Liu Yunqing, in every aspect.

In the end, he still felt that Yang Wentao's handwriting was better than Liu Yunqing's, so he picked him as the second place.

Just as Chu Ning was deep in thought, the name of the third place appeared in front of everyone.

"It's Brother Liu indeed!"

"What a pity! I don't know where Brother Liu failed to win, but he is ranked third!"

"But Brother Liu doesn't seem to care."

While everyone was discussing, Liu Yunqing, who was also about 25 years old, calmly bowed to everyone in return.

Compared to Yang Wentao's arrogance, Liu Yunqing seemed much calmer.

However, the coarse linen clothes Liu Yunqing was wearing were obviously not as good as Yang Wentao's.

But Liu Yunqing didn't seem to care about these, and his Qi-cultivation skills were better than Yang Wentao's.

Chu Ning took in the expressions of both men, but did not speak.

The results are announced, and it’s not just the top three!

As the lists were presented to everyone, everyone exclaimed in surprise, but some people also burst into tears.

Same examination room, same ranking list, but the joys and sorrows of life are different.

Some are happy and some are sad. Those who are on the list congratulate each other, while those who are not on the list can't hide their disappointment.

For a moment, there was cheering and crying at the scene.

Chu Ning was not surprised by this. He took a deep breath and said loudly, "Everyone!"

As soon as Chu Ning opened his mouth, the scene suddenly became quiet.

"The palace examination will be held in three days. Father will set the questions himself. It is uncertain who will be the top scorer by then!"

"During these three days, everyone should rest well and be well prepared. At the same time, I will ask the people from the Ministry of Rites to explain the etiquette so as to avoid any loss of composure in the Golden Throne Hall."

After saying that, Chu Ning walked forward, and Ran Ming immediately led his men to clear the way.

I have spent these days in the examination room and haven't had a good sleep. Of course, I have to go back and have a good rest in the next three days, and also accompany Shen Wanying.

Thinking of the beauty in the mansion, a hint of anticipation appeared in Chu Ning's eyes.

As a human being, food, sex and nature are all part of human nature. Every normal man has these needs.

This is the age when you are full of vigor and vitality, how can you let a beautiful woman stay alone in an empty room?

After respectfully seeing Chu Ning off, all the candidates rushed to tell each other, and the list of candidates for the imperial examination appeared in the hands of the crown prince, a group of princes and wealthy families an hour later.

The prince and others would certainly not miss such a good opportunity. They responded immediately and prepared to win over this group of people!

So what if the imperial examination was successfully held, so what if the aristocratic families were suppressed? As long as this group of people were bribed, the emperor and Chu Ning's plans would fail!