Reborn in Liangshan: I built the strongest lineup

After resolving Zong Ze's issue, the situation on Dayi's side was also mostly resolved. Apart from their king appearing to have some difficulty walking these past few days, there were basically no other problems.

"Master, you went too far."

Ren Yuan's leg disability was naturally Zhou Tong's doing. There was no way around it; the apprentice was too cautious and needed his master to wake him up.

"Where did I go wrong? I didn't even slap you in the face. Didn't you get bruised and swollen a lot when you were learning your skills?"

When Zhou Tong taught Ren Yuan martial arts, he often beat Ren Yuan until his head was swollen like a pig's. However, after beating him, he would rub the head with his unique ointment, which eventually made Ren Yuan look better.

"Master, how big is the gap between us? It feels like after reaching the pinnacle, I'm even less able to beat you."

Ren Yuan asked, grinning.

"You're not even close yet."

Zhou Tong did not answer directly, but instead said to Ren Yuan:

"Although you're going to follow the path of an emperor, don't neglect your martial arts. Martial arts can keep your courageous and diligent heart, so you won't be lost again in the future."

"Thank you for your teachings, Master."

Ren Zheng bowed solemnly to Zhou Tong. He knew that Zhou Tong was giving him some pointers. This time, because of Qin Hui's matter, he, a dignified prince, almost lost his composure, which was really embarrassing.

"Alright, just remember the lesson. For example, you did a great job when facing Zong Ze."

Zhou Tong still encouraged Ren Yuan. Zong Ze, that stubborn kid, didn't get the slightest advantage from Ren Yuan this time, which made Zhou Tong very satisfied.

His mischievous apprentice was indeed good at judging people, but sometimes he overthought things. Zhou Tong could clearly sense that his apprentice was reluctant to deal with certain people, most of whom had some tricks up their sleeves. This made Zhou Tong think of the rumor that his apprentice was born with knowledge.

Could it be that my apprentice's mind is truly different from ordinary people? Is he really born with innate knowledge?

However, Zhou Tong did not dwell on this issue any further. All he needed to know was that Ren Yuan was his apprentice; nothing else mattered.

My apprentice, I will protect him for the rest of my life!

……

The Liangshan headquarters has been busy with the imperial examinations these past few days. Of course, there was also a happy event during this time: their strategist, Xiao Jiasui, married Cheng Wan'er on an auspicious day, officially joining the group of leaders with families.

On the day of Xiao Jiasui's wedding, the entire Liangshan camp was exceptionally lively. Ren Yuan personally led the way for him, and Zhou Tong also stood by him. After all, Xiao Jiasui was an orphan and needed an elder to accompany him. After six games of chess, Zhou Tong finally agreed to the task, satisfied with his request.

Meanwhile, all the brothers in the Liangshan camp came out to be Xiao Jiasui's supporters. The grand wedding of the strategist and the return of Yanyun was a spectacle that filled the entire stronghold.

Among these brothers, Mi Sheng was the most boisterous, because he felt that after Xiao Jia Sui got married, she would have to take care of her family, and from now on no one would be able to compete with him for battle! Married people should be like Brother Xu Ning, going straight home after their shifts every day to be with their wives, instead of competing with them, these military generals, for battle opportunities.

So that day, Mi Sheng got so excited that he drank too much and then clung to a big tree, refusing to let go, even trying to become its sworn brother. Shan Shiqi and the others had to exert a lot of effort to drag Mi Sheng back, and after he came back, he drank several more jars of wine and fell into a deep sleep on the table.

"Why is Old Hei so happy that the strategist is getting married?"

Shan Shiqi was a little confused at the time, but everyone breathed a sigh of relief that Lao Hei did not act out while drunk. If Lao Hei had acted out on this joyous day, it would have been difficult to handle. So they settled Mi Sheng in the room next door so that he could get a good night's sleep.

But after Mi Sheng was brought into the house, a lively-looking figure, carrying a handkerchief and a basin of water, avoided the sight of most people and went into the room where Mi Sheng was to wipe his face. Only after she was tidied up did she return to the wedding banquet.

Most people didn't see this scene, but a few, including Ren Yuan and Xiao Jiasui, did.

"Brother, it seems that Lao Hei's marriage should also be put on the agenda."

When Xiao Jiahui and Ren Yuan toasted each other, they joked with each other.

“Liu’er is your sister now, so you can worry about this. After all, you are the brother-in-law and Lao Hei is your sister’s brother-in-law.”

Ren Yuan immediately said, "This job is for Xiao Jiasui."

"I'll do it, don't worry. I already asked Liu'er. She has feelings for Lao Hei, but Lao Hei is just a blockhead."

Xiao Jiahui downed the wine in one gulp and accepted the task with a smile.

When Mi Sheng woke up the next day, she had no memory of what had happened, except that she had drunk too much at Xiao Junshi's wedding banquet.

However, he then happily went to the Lieshan Army's garrison to train the soldiers. In his mind, Xiao Jiasui would no longer be able to take his job! He needed to focus on training the soldiers and earn more merits!

But his joy didn't last long, because just a few days after Xiao Jiasui's wedding, he suddenly brought Cheng Wan'er to Mi Sheng's house and discussed Mi Sheng's marriage with Mi Sheng's mother.

What?! I'm getting married?! Strategist, are you doing this on purpose?!

Mi Sheng received the news at the camp and was so frightened that he rushed back! But with his mother at home, even if Mi Sheng was at home, it was his mother who made the decisions! Everything was up to his mother! So, during the pleasant discussion between Cheng Wan'er and Mi Sheng's mother, the marriage between Mi Sheng and Liu'er was officially settled, although it wouldn't be held so soon.

When Mi Sheng returned home, he saw Xiao Jiasui leading Cheng Wan'er out of his house. His mother was seeing them off with a big smile, clearly indicating that they had a good talk.

"Old Hei, you're back just in time! Congratulations! You should also prepare for your wedding!"

Xiao Jiahui patted Mi Sheng on the shoulder and laughed as she spoke.

"Ah? Military Advisor, you..."

Mi Sheng's eyes widened, filled with confusion!

No, how, how did things suddenly turn out like this! Strategist, you can't drag me down with you just because you can't go to the battlefield yourself!

"Old Hei, from now on, you'll still call me strategist on the battlefield, but in daily life, you'll call me brother-in-law."

Xiao Jiahui and his wife left with smiles on their faces, leaving Mi Sheng alone in front of his house, bewildered in the wind.

"Mother, are you just going to marry your child off like this?"

Mi Sheng looked at his mother and complained.

"Oh my, what do you mean by 'marrying you off'? It's clearly that your mother can finally see you get married! You silly boy, you should be secretly happy to marry Miss Liu'er!"

……

Autumn of 1115 AD.

As the first autumn breeze blows down the first red leaf, the first imperial examination in Dayi is finally about to begin!

This imperial examination was scheduled for this harvest season, and Dayi hoped that it would help them recruit their own talented individuals!

Tao Zongwang worked overtime to have the engineering team build a sturdy arch bridge on the way to the examination hall. Although the bridge was not very long, its shape was meant to symbolize a carp leaping over the dragon gate. Students taking the exam had to cross the bridge in an orderly manner before entering the examination hall, hoping for good luck!

On either side of the main gate to the examination hall, Ren Yuan also had two stone tablets erected! Inscribed on them were:

"Those seeking promotion and wealth, go elsewhere! Those who fear death, do not enter this gate!"

Upon seeing these two sentences, all the students who came to take the exam stopped in their tracks, and their expressions turned serious.

"Dear students!"

Ren Yuan, holding a tin megaphone, stood on the high platform outside the examination hall and shouted to everyone:

"All students who have come to my Dayi Imperial Examination, please remember these two sentences! If anyone regrets their decision and wants to withdraw, they may leave now!"

"But once you step through this door, these two sentences will stay with you for the rest of your lives! There will be no room for regret!"

"Now! Those who can do it, enter the examination room!!!"