After becoming the villain's eldest sister, I take charge of the whole family

The crowd fell silent.

Then, the whole audience was in an uproar, and everyone rushed to the front.

The restaurant was also in turmoil.

In the box.

Xie Lingai stood up and whispered, "It's out!"

Xie Zhongji's mouth tightened into a line.

Xie Shuze clutched the hem of his clothes tightly.

Xie Jijun didn't show it on his face, but his whole body was tense.

Even Xie Linghe, an insider, felt his heartbeat quicken under the influence of this atmosphere.

next moment.

She came to her senses and secretly laughed at herself: How unstable! Why am I still so nervous when I know the result?

Xie Lingai looked at the frantic crowd below, then tilted her head to look at Xie Linghe: "Sister, should we go down and take a look?"

"Need not."

Xie Linghe waved his hands: "There are too many people, we can't squeeze in now."

"Besides, Xie and the others went to guard it early, so they must have seen the result before us. We can just sit here and wait for them to come back."

Hear the words.

Xie Lingai could only suppress her anxiety and sit back in her original seat.

Time passes so slowly.

I don’t know how long it took, but I heard hurried footsteps coming from afar.

Xie Ling and a few others immediately looked towards the door.

next moment.

The door of the box was pushed open, and Xie Wen and Xie He rushed in with flushed faces.

Xie He said loudly to Xie Zhongji: "Brother Ji, you passed the exam and ranked 21st."

Xie Wen said belatedly, looking at Xie Shuze with the same joy: "Brother Ze, you passed the exam, the last one."

Hear the words.

Xie Zhongji and Xie Shuze were overjoyed.

Xie Zhongji laughed: "Okay, okay~"

Xie Shuze was overjoyed: "Really?! Last one, hahahaha, God really heard my prayers..."

Xie Lingai was sincerely happy for her brothers: "That's great! It's really great!"

"Second brother, third brother, you are so awesome."

Xie Linghe was also very happy, but he was even more shocked by Xie Shuze's ranking.

First again?

This kid is really too lucky.

Could it be that he is actually the reincarnation of a koi?

Otherwise, it doesn’t make sense!

In fact, Xie Shuze was not bad at studying, but he was the kind of person who usually did well in studies but performed poorly in exams, so it was always dangerous for him.

However, he was lucky enough to reach the shore every time.

Although she could figure it out, Xie Linghe was still puzzled. At this moment, she accidentally saw Xie Jijun's serious and uneasy expression out of the corner of her eye.

Is the fourth child afraid that he won’t pass the exam?

How could that be? If the third child passed, there was no way the fourth child would fail.

Xie Lingai also noticed something was wrong and asked, "Where's Brother Wu?"

Hear the words.

Xie Wen and Xie He's smiles suddenly disappeared. They looked at each other and didn't dare to speak.

Xie Zhongji and Xie Shuze also thought of something and turned to look at Xie Jijun.

Xie Wen said stubbornly, "Awu is still at the imperial list, waiting for the top ten to be released."

Xie Shuze came back to his senses and nodded: "Yes, there are still the top ten that haven't been posted yet. The fourth one must be in the top ten."

Xie Zhongji agreed: "That's right."

Hear the words.

Xie Wen's expression lightened a bit: "Yes, yes, Wu is waiting for Brother Li Jun's ranking in the top ten."

Xie Jijun's complexion didn't improve much.

He knew that they were all trying to comfort him, fearing that he would be sad.

This provincial examination is very difficult.

He was unsure about several questions, not knowing whether the examiner would like his approach, and he didn't expect to get a high ranking.

He didn't have much confidence in the top ten.

now.

He was extremely confused: Could it be that his answers this time did not meet the examiner's taste, so he failed the exam?

Imperial examination results are subjective.

Therefore, if you are unlucky, you may not pass the exam even if you answer well.

Now, Xie Jijun is worried that he will be in this situation.

See this.

Xie Linghe said, "Don't scare yourself. You will definitely make it into the top ten. The top ten officials will come to announce the good news. Let's wait here."

After hearing what his elder sister said, Xie Jijun felt complicated.

Does elder sister trust him so much?

If Xie Linghe could hear his inner voice, he would definitely refute him: You misunderstood, I don’t trust you, I trust my leader.

The others looked at each other, not daring to speak.

That’s right, how long.

The roll call sounded clear in everyone's ears.

"Tenth place, Luke from Baoding County."

"Tenth place, Luke from Baoding County."

"Tenth place..."

The singing of fame lasts for a long time.

This is an honor for the top ten, and you can become famous by calling out your name in front of all the students.

"Ninth place, Chen Rong from Nanjing Prefecture."

"Ninth place..."

"..."

"Eighth place, Zhou Xu from Suzhou Prefecture."

"..."

From front to back.

The atmosphere in the box became increasingly depressing.

ear.

The roll call said, "Third place, Gong Qing from Nanjing Prefecture."

"Third place..."

Only one or two names were not read out.

Xie Jijun sat on the stool with a pale face.

Everyone looked unhappy.

Xie Jijun must be aware of his own level, and now he must feel that he is hopeless.

In this regard.

Xie Linghe almost laughed.

What happened to Xiao Si? Why is he so unconfident in himself?

She didn't say anything more, as it was useless anyway.

Look towards the Imperial Examination Hall.

at last.

Another team of officials was dispatched: "The second one is Xie Jijun from Chunde County."

"Second place, Xie Jijun from Chunde County."

"..."

In the box.

Except for Xie Linghe, everyone's expression froze.

Xie Linghe laughed and said, "Fourth Brother, congratulations on winning the Asian Champion."

The first place in the provincial examination is called Jieyuan, the second place is called Yayuan, the third, fourth and fifth places are all called Jingkui, and the sixth place is called Yakui.

As soon as these words came out.

Everyone reacted one after another.

Xie Zhongji smiled bitterly: "Fourth Brother, congratulations."

He got 21st place, which was his best performance, but he ended up 19 places lower than his younger brother. As an older brother, he was happy for his younger brother, but at the same time, he felt ashamed of himself.

Xie Shuze hugged him tightly and said, "You kid, you acted so pitiful, but I didn't expect you to do so well in the exam! You made me worry for nothing. You have to pay for the box today."

Xie Shuze didn't refute it, but nodded with a dazed smile: "Okay, I'll treat you."

second?

Second place!

I got second place?

OMG!

Am I dreaming?

Xie Linghe's face flushed with excitement as he cheered, "Brother, you're awesome! You're second place."

Xie He and Xie Wen were also very happy.

At this time.

Xie Wu's excited voice announcing the good news came along with the sound of footsteps: "Jun Ge passed the exam, Jun Ge got second place, Jun Ge is second..."

open the door.

His face flushed: "Brother Jun is second."

When he came, Xie Jijun was completely convinced that he had ranked second and laughed out loud: "Hahaha..."

Everyone also laughed.

Xie Linghe smiled happily.

Here.

When the restaurant owner heard the news, he immediately brought delicious cakes and tea to the private room and said humbly, "Congratulations, Mr. Ya Yuan. This is a small gift from our shop. Please accept it."

Xie Jijun smiled and took it: "Thank you, shopkeeper."

The restaurant owner's smile immediately deepened: "Mr. Ya Yuan, you are too polite."

"..."

Some pleasantries.

When the shopkeeper learned that these three people had passed the imperial examination and were brothers, he became even more enthusiastic.

I was shocked: Oh my god~

The Xie family is amazing, with three successful candidates in the imperial examination. They will surely prosper in the future. I am lucky enough to have the opportunity to meet them, and I must establish a good relationship with them.

therefore.

His attitude became even more ardent, to the point of being humble.

When they were leaving, the shopkeeper gave them a jade pendant and said that if they came to dine in the restaurant again, they could have their meal at half price.

Xie Jijun and others couldn't refuse, so they had to accept it.

aside.

Xie Linghe watched the entire process silently without saying a word.

……

Because I left my address before the exam.

That night, Xie Zhongji and his friends received the notice of the Lu Ming Banquet.

Day two.

They went to attend the Luming Banquet.

In the following days, I was invited by my classmates to have several gatherings.

The first day of October.

Just set out to return home.

As soon as he entered Xinghua Village, he caused a sensation.

More than half a month had passed, and they had already learned the results of the provincial examination from the officers and soldiers who brought the good news. Xie Zhongji, Xie Shuze and Xie Jijun all passed.

As expected of the Qilin child of Xinghua Village~

"Our Juren Gong is back."

"He Jie'er, it's been hard on this journey, right?"

"Finally I'm back~"

"Zhongji and the other two are so talented, they all passed the exam."

"See, I was right, they all passed the exam~"

"Zhongji, I held you in my arms when I was little."

"Ji Jun, you've really grown up."

"..."

Everyone gathered around them.

Mainly the three brothers Xie Zhongji.

Seeing their embarrassment, Xie Linghe smiled without giving them any face.

Nowadays, their family is considered an official family and they have to pay attention to their reputation. These are the uncles and aunts who grew up in the village, so naturally they cannot ignore them and just accept it.

Finally, Chief Xie came and they were freed.

……

back home.

Close the door.

Xie Zhongji and the other two gasped in unison.

"very scary."

"Those aunts look like they want to eat us~"

"terrible."

Xie Lingai covered her mouth and laughed secretly.

Xie Shuze glared at her: "You little heartless thing, you didn't even help your brother just now, and you were still laughing there, I was so angry~"

Xie Lingai wasn't afraid either, she smiled and said, "My uncles and aunts didn't do anything to my third brother, they were just a little enthusiastic."

Xie Shuze was speechless.

More enthusiastic?

Just some?

He felt that their eyes were about to glow green.

Xie Linghe smiled and said to the other two people beside him, "You've all worked hard over the past half month. Your families must miss you very much. Go home first."

Hear the words.

Xie Zhongji reacted and looked at Xie He: "Sister is right, go ahead."

Xie Shuze and Xie Jijun also nodded.

The three of them were young and missed their families, so they immediately smiled and agreed: "Yes."

……

Servants were left at home.

Therefore, there is no need to clean the house when I go home this time.

After a long journey, they went back to their rooms to wash up.

Xie Linghe came out, and the gatekeeper, Mrs. Wang, announced, "Miss, Patriarch Xie is here."

"Where?"

"main hall."

"Got it. Let Lao Er and the others go and entertain them first. I'll come after I change my clothes."

"Yes."

She guessed a little about the patriarch's purpose.

It’s nothing more than organizing a banquet.

really.

When she arrived, Xie Zhongji and the other two had already been chatting with the clan leader for quite some time, and they were talking about the banquet.

"He Jie'er, you came at the perfect time. This time, we have three good things coming together. The villagers and the clan are planning to hold a banquet for half a month. Ji Ge'er and the others agreed to listen to you. What do you think?"

Xie Linghe pondered.

Half a month?

It’s quite a short time.

But what the patriarch said made sense. It was understandable that such a big event would take half a month to complete three happy events.

Besides, it’s a token of our clan’s kindness.

So, she nodded and said, "Just do as the patriarch says."

Patriarch Xie was delighted: "Okay, I'll go prepare it right away."

In the past few years, he has hosted four or five banquets for the Xie family. Each time was very tiring, but he was always excited. These were all great events for the Xie family and represented the prosperity of the Xie family.

Xie Linghe: "Clan leader, let's do it as before. I'll pay for it."

"No." Chief Xie refused seriously: "He Jie'er, thanks to you, everyone in the village has made some money in the past two years. This time, everyone will voluntarily pay for the banquet, so you don't have to pay."

Xie Zhongji and others all passed the imperial examination and were determined to continue taking higher exams.

It is foreseeable that they will not stay in Xinghua Village for long.

It may be difficult to meet in the future, so it would be better to strengthen our relationship before we leave.

Xie Linghe frowned, but didn't refuse: "...Okay."

"..."

……

Rich people in the mountains have distant relatives.

Ever since Xie Linghe and the others came back, everyone, whether they knew each other or not, came to visit, and there was no idle moment at home every day.

A few days down.

Xie Ling and his five siblings looked pale.

Just as matchmakers kept coming to propose marriage, Xie Zhongji and his companions couldn't help but approach Xie Linghe, "Sister, when are we going to Beijing? I want to go there early to prepare for the exam."

Xie Jijun: "Me too."

Xie Shuze: "Brother's letter arrived, and he also asked when we would go to the capital."

Xie Lingai looked eagerly.

in fact.

Xie Linghe had already had this idea: "It's just that the clan will hold a banquet for us..."

Xie Zhongji said without hesitation: "It doesn't matter if we are not here."

Xie Shuze nodded. "That's right. I heard from my classmates that he hasn't been back to the village in the eight years since he started school. Every time there's a happy event, it's always the relatives in the village who preside over it. This time, we can let Second Uncle and the clan leader take charge."

Xie Shuze: "Yes, yes, yes."

When she heard this, she realized it made sense.

"That's fine, just do it."

She was also very annoyed.

The status of the women who came to propose marriage was getting higher and higher, some of them were the daughters of the county magistrate. She was afraid that in a few days even the daughters of the prefect would be married, which would make it even more difficult to refuse.

It would be better to just leave.

Hear the words.

Xie Zhongji and his companions were very excited.

They discussed it and secretly found their second uncle and the clan leader. When they heard that they were going to Beijing to prepare for the imperial examination, they agreed without saying a word.

Besides.

Xie Linghe also arranged matters related to literacy classes, farms and shops.

Three days later.

Before daybreak, Xie Ling and five others quietly left the village in two horse-drawn carriages.

Arrived in town.

Completely away from Xinghua Village, Xie Lingai breathed a sigh of relief in the carriage: "Finally, we've left the village~"

Xie Linghe is funny.

"Sister, you're still laughing~"

"You don't know, the girls in the village come to me every day and praise me like a fairy. I didn't even know I was so outstanding~"

"That's fine, but they come to me every day to ask about my brothers. When they see my brothers, they can't wait to pounce on them. It's obvious that they have other intentions~"

Xie Linghe burst out laughing: "My little sister is really smart, she sees it clearly~"