manynovel Chapter 587 The Number One Scholar Parade
Chapter 587 The Number One Scholar Parade
"Really?" Shen's mouth was wide with joy. "I knew my son would definitely pass the exam and become the top scorer!"
At this time, Qing Lang hurried into the wing room, "Master and Madam, the young master has passed the exam. The young master has won the first place in the imperial examination! The list of winners has been posted!"
He was out of breath, but he heard the loud sound of gongs and drums, so he hurried to the window.
The young man in the front was wearing a black gauze hat with a golden flower on his head, a bright red robe on his body, holding the imperial edict in his hand, riding a red-maned horse, and walking behind the ceremonial procession.
With people coming and going in front and flags leading the way, it was truly a grand occasion.
Looking at his high-spirited brother-in-law, the second son-in-law He Shulin was also happy for him.
"It's Xiao Lang, he really won the first place in the imperial examination!"
The Jiang family members were all delighted, waving and cheering at the ceremonial guards that were approaching from far away.
At this time, the market town was bustling with people, and everyone gathered to see the new number one scholar.
Many young girls threw their sachets and handkerchiefs at the newly-appointed scholars, which was also a tradition of the Jinshi parade. There was no strict separation between men and women on this day, but few girls from wealthy families would do so.
Jiang Youzhen rode on a tall horse with a smile on her face. She bowed to the enthusiastic people from all directions and brushed away the sachets and handkerchiefs thrown at her.
"Is this the top scholar? He's so good-looking!"
"The number one scholar looks so young. I wonder if he is married or not."
Many people were talking about it. In previous years, the third place winner was more popular than the first place winner because they were good-looking. Unexpectedly, the first place winner was so handsome this time, so people began to talk about it with great relish.
"Behind them are the runner-up and third place, right? They are all very handsome. I heard that the top three Jinshi this year all came from the same place. That place must be blessed with talented people!"
Because of the three people's good looks, more and more people came to watch the parade. The surrounding alleys and markets were packed with people, and the streets were truly empty.
"The top scorer is indeed Young Master Jiang Youzhen. Not surprising at all!" someone exclaimed.
Fang Zhongyi, who was standing not far away, saw Jiang Youzhen being paraded through the streets and was sincerely happy for him. Jiang Youzhen had studied hard for the imperial examinations, and it was really amazing that he could become the top scholar at such a young age.
"Brother! Is that the new number one scholar? Is he the Jiang Youzhen you mentioned before? He is really amazing. He won the title at the age of sixteen. From ancient times to the present, he is the first person to win the title at such a young age."
Fang Zhonglian, who was standing aside, had his eyes full of envy; he didn't even have a way out now.
"Loyalty! Mr. Jiang, this is a case of good people being rewarded. He is a good person, so he is rewarded."
Fang's mother was filled with emotion. She still remembered the last time Jiang Youzhen helped them out of trouble.
Seeing the envy in his brother's eyes, Fang Zhongyi patted his shoulder and said, "There are very few people in this world who are so gifted. We are not like those gifted children. You just need to study hard. We should take steady steps and not rush into anything."
Fang Zhonglian agreed quickly. As they were talking and about to go back, Fang Zhongyi felt something hit him on the head. He looked up quickly and saw a young girl with a blushing face, looking at him with an apologetic smile.
"Sir, I'm so sorry." Liu Ya's face flushed with shame. She was originally watching Jiang Youzhen parading in the street and was excited. In her excitement, she dropped the scented fan in her hand and hit him on the head.
Seeing this, Qing Lang said, "Miss, I will go down to apologize and get the fan back for you."
This is a boudoir item and should not fall into the hands of outsiders.
Fang Zhongyi looked up and was stunned after just one glance. The girl's cheeks were white and rosy, just like the peach blossoms blooming in March.
Under a pair of curved eyebrows are clear and bright almond eyes, a delicate nose, cherry lips, and a very bright smile.
Seeing the other person staring at her in a daze, Liu Ya blushed unconsciously and quickly retreated behind the window to avoid the burning gaze.
Qing Lang had already run down, "Sir, my lady's fan fell down, I'm sorry! Are you okay?"
Fang Zhongyi quickly said: "No, no!"
He had already picked up the fan and hurriedly returned it.
"Thank you, sir, for returning it!" Qing Lang bowed and turned to leave.
Fang's mother couldn't help but sigh when she saw this. It was the family that delayed the eldest son. She had started to arrange marriages for the eldest son a few years ago, but she had mentioned several families, but the eldest son was not satisfied with any of them.
She knew that her eldest son was very ambitious and didn't want to marry an illiterate farm girl. But with their family background, it was out of reach for a rich and powerful family.
At this time, the procession of the Jinshi parade was approaching, and the Jiang family members standing at the window saw Jiang Youzhen. Jiang Youzhen had good eyesight and had already seen his family, so he waved happily.
"Xiao Lang!" Shen shouted happily.
The three sisters and their husbands also waved and called out "Xiao Lang".
Jiang Fugui's eyes were moist and his face was full of relief.
Liu Ya didn't care about anything else at this time. She stood by the window and waved at Jiang Youzhen, "Second brother!"
She still called him "Second Brother" out of habit. Fang Zhongyi, who was still stuck in the crowd and couldn't move, heard the sound coming from above and immediately went to see.
When he saw Liu Ya calling his second brother, he was extremely surprised. He didn't expect it to be such a coincidence? Is this girl from the Jiang family?
Jiang Youzhen had already spotted Fang Zhongyi with her sharp eyes. She smiled at Fang Zhongyi and bowed.
Fang Zhongyi finally came to his senses and gave Jiang Youzhen a bright smile.
Jiang Youzhen finally saw everyone's enthusiasm for scholars today. Everyone was pointing and talking about them, and the girls let go of their reserve. She was almost covered with sachets.
"Oh! They're going far away!" Daya couldn't help feeling a little disappointed as she watched the guard of honor leave.
"Mother! Let's go back quickly! The list of successful candidates has been published, and there will be officials coming to announce the good news soon. It's not good for the servants to be alone at home!"
Erya had thought of this. Although the wedding money had been prepared, it would not work without the host.
"Yes, yes, yes! Let's go back quickly!" Shen nodded. After all, they had already seen the parade.
Several people left the window, turned around and went downstairs.
Fang Zhongyi, who had just taken a few steps, turned his head inadvertently and saw the girl coming down the stairs and climbing into a carriage.
There were quite a few people in their group, and he just saw them greeting Jiang Youzhen. The two older ones among them should be Jiang Youzhen's parents.
"Zhongyi, don't look at it. We don't dare to think about a family like that. When we get back, mother will ask someone to find a marriage for us. You are not a child anymore, and now you are an official, so it must be easier to find a marriage than before. If you get married soon, mother will have one less thing to worry about."
"I don't want to get married!" Fang Zhongyi's voice was a little dull. He naturally knew that such a family would still look down on him.
Thinking of those shy and timid eyes, Fang Zhongyi felt a little distraught.
Sometimes fate is so strange that you can meet each other at first sight. Touching his heart that was still pounding with emotion, he sighed helplessly.