Royal Gold Medal County Magistrate

With the matter resolved, Zhang Biao closed the gate, and the group went back to continue their meal.

Xiao Tao, who was in the courtyard, noticed a letter on the ground. She picked it up and said, "Young Master, it seems that person was here to deliver a letter to you."

"Oh? What letter? Open it and take a look."

Xiao Tao opened it and read for a while, saying, "It's an invitation to a poetry debate in three days... Hmm, at Quzuo Lake. The seal is from the Ministry of Appointments. Do you want to go?"

Poetry debate? How novel!

Not only did I not inherit any of the original owner's memories after transmigrating, but most of the poems I have in my head are only half-finished. Wouldn't I be embarrassing myself if I went out there!

Poems that go beyond the nine years of compulsory education are considered out-of-scope questions!

Fang Zheng Yi took the letter and scoffed, "I'm not going! It must be Zhang Chang, the son of the Minister of Appointments that Jia Liang mentioned before, trying to get revenge for him!"

"That guy's got something wrong with his head, actually having Jia Liang deliver the letter. It's clearly a Hongmen Banquet. Does he think I'm an idiot?!"

"Young Master, what's a Hongmen Banquet? Is it delicious?" Zhang Biao leaned over.

"Delicious! Unlimited raw meat! You can go in place of this young master!"

Zhang Biao saw that Fang Zheng Yi was teasing him and chuckled, "Raw meat is fine too... Bring it back and cook it before eating it."

"Alright, just tear up the letter. Let's continue eating."

With that, Fang Zheng Yi was about to tear the letter into pieces.

"Ah! Don't tear it!" Bai Yi, who was standing in the corner, suddenly spoke, and everyone looked at her.

Bai Yi walked over sheepishly and took the letter from Fang Zheng Yi's hand, saying hesitantly, "Young Master, this letter is from the Ministry of Appointments, and there will definitely be many young nobles attending the poetry debate."

"So many people are seeking such an opportunity... You're new to the capital and don't know many people. Why don't you... sell this letter!"

Fang Zheng Yi said in surprise, "Oh! Xiao Bai, you've grown! That makes sense, we should take it out and sell it!"

Then, he reached out and ruffled Bai Yi's hair haphazardly.

Bai Yi suppressed the urge to dodge, and her fair face gradually flushed...

"Xiao Tao, tomorrow, go out and check if any of the big restaurants or academies are willing to buy this letter. If anyone doesn't trust you, bring them directly to the manor. This young master will personally receive them!"

"Young Master, leave it to me! I haven't been anywhere in the capital yet, and Sister Xiao Tao has been running around for two days and must be tired," Bai Yi said quickly.

"You?" Fang Zheng Yi looked at Bai Yi suspiciously.

Xiao Tao has been managing Taoyuan County for him for many years and is adept at handling interpersonal relationships. He is also assured by her reliability.

To be honest, Bai Yi looks like a vase, and doesn't seem reliable in her work.

If Bai Yi is sent out, wouldn't she be sold off since she's pretty and naive?

"Can you do it?"

"I can! I can!" Bai Yi said confidently.

"Alright then, have Zhang Biao accompany you tomorrow. Xiao Tao can rest as well. You've performed well this time! If you sell it for a high price, I'll give you a one percent commission!"

"......"

Who cares about your measly money! Bai Yi muttered inwardly.

"Uh... Young Master, a few years ago, I remember my father had some dealings with merchants in the capital, so I'd like to go and see for myself. I won't trouble Brother Biao..."

It seems that Bai Yi wants to show off a bit. It's good to give her some experience.

Fang Zheng Yi continued, "Alright, then have Xiao Tao give you some silver. Be careful when you go out tomorrow. You've performed well today, let's eat."

......

The next day, Fang Zheng Yi was not late.

He arrived on time for the morning court session and, under the disdainful gazes of the crowd, found a spot at the end near a pillar and stood steadily, beginning to space out...

Before Fang Zheng Yi could even warm up his spot, he was reminded by the eunuch in the hall.

Guo Tianyang called out in a low voice, "Lord Fang! Lord Fang! Wake up! You're not supposed to stand there!"

"Ah? Where do I stand?" Fang Zheng Yi looked blank.

Guo Tianyang rolled his eyes and helplessly pulled Fang Zheng Yi out, then led him to the center position.

He whispered again, "Lord Fang... His Majesty is watching you."

Feeling the disdainful gazes of the people around him, Fang Zheng Yi couldn't help but raise his voice, "Thank you, Brother Guo!!"

"........"

The disdainful gazes of the crowd instantly shifted to Guo Tianyang.

Damn it! Why call me Brother Guo in front of so many people! You dog, you can't rest easy unless you screw me over!

Guo Tianyang was dumbfounded, his face flushed red, and he covered his face and walked back to Emperor Jing's side.

Soon after, the bell rang, and the officials began their reports.

Fang Zheng Yi stood there dazedly, the sounds around him becoming increasingly blurred...

He usually sleeps for six hours a day, a good habit that Fang Zheng Yi has cultivated for several years, but since entering the capital, he has only slept for four hours each day.

Getting up so early, Fang Zheng Yi felt like he had been forcibly turned on, and couldn't adapt for a while...

However, Emperor Jing was very considerate and didn't bother Fang Zheng Yi at all, which he was happy about.

.........

After a while, Fang Zheng Yi seemed to feel someone pulling him again. He slowly opened his eyes...

He faintly heard, "Lord Fang! Wake up, it's over!"

"Huh? Is class dismissed?"

Three black lines drooped from Guo Tianyang's head, and he complained, "What dismissed class! Court has adjourned! You hurry to the Court of Judicial Review to report!"

"Hehe... Brother Guo is righteous! I'm leaving." Fang Zheng Yi smiled, wiped his saliva, and turned to leave the hall.

"Wait! Do you know how to get there?" Guo Tianyang looked at Fang Zheng Yi with a look of disappointment.

"That's right, I don't know! I was still sleepy. Brother Guo, will you take me?"

Guo Tianyang waved his hand in disgust and pulled a young eunuch next to him, saying, "This old one has arranged someone for you! Mao Quan, you take Lord Fang to the Court of Judicial Review."

.......

Mao Quan led Fang Zheng Yi all the way to the Court of Judicial Review.

As soon as he entered, Fang Zheng Yi immediately saw Li Yuanzhao, surrounded by eunuchs, walking towards him.

The crown prince had injuries on his face but still smiled and said, "Hehe, Fang Zheng Yi, you've finally come. This prince has been waiting for you!"

Fang Zheng Yi also laughed and said, "This subject has also been missing His Highness! Back in Taoyuan County, it was truly love at first sight!"

"This subject felt that Your Highness was majestic and extraordinary upon first seeing you, never would have thought, wow, that you would be the Crown Prince!"

"Truly unexpected! Yet within reason!"

Hearing Fang Zheng Yi's words, the group of eunuchs around Li Yuanzhao turned their faces away, unable to bear to watch...

Too shameless! Too brazen! If it weren't for the fact that you're wearing an official's uniform, we would have thought a colleague had come in!

Li Yuanzhao was overjoyed upon hearing this and stepped forward to take Fang Zheng Yi's hand, leading him inside while saying incessantly, "Yes, yes, yes! That's what I thought too! This prince truly regrets not meeting you sooner, unlike that Teacher Yan, who can't even say a good word."

"Come with me, Teacher Yan will be here soon, and this prince doesn't want to see him!"