The Bookish Scholar of the Red Mansion

Not long after, Chen Heng showed his strategy to Jia Yucun. However, his strategies have always been personally guided by Lin Ruhai. Jia Yucun watched it for a long time and could only say good.

Looking at your writing, there should be someone giving guidance behind it. Jia Yucun put down his teacup and said with great relief.

Chen Heng thought for a while and decided not to mention what happened to Uncle Lin. He just made some excuses, The mountain chief has warned me many times in private. If I don't write well again, I'm afraid I'll be punished.

Jia Yucun laughed when he heard this. From Pei Huaizhen's ability to let Chen Heng go out for so long, he could see the mountain chief's extra care for him. He nodded again and said, Remember to guard against arrogance and impetuosity, and don't let down your guard.

Chen Heng immediately nodded in agreement, and Jia Yucun waved him away.

After watching the other party leave step by step, Jia Yucun lowered his head and looked at Chen Heng's article again.

I am also a farmer. If I had a good place like Leyi Academy and a famous teacher like Pei Huaizhen when I was a child, would my life now be better?

This question only stayed in Jia Yucun's mind for a while, and then he waved it away.

It is useless to think too much. Now that I am a Jinshi, can I go back to my childhood and take the exam again?

Jia Yucun shook his head and laughed. He raised his hand to find a book from the bookshelf, sat back on the chair and quietly enjoyed the afternoon.

Time flies. After Chen Heng and Xue Biao finished their make-up exams, June was only a few days away.

In the last two days, Mei Xuezheng, who had left the academy for many years, suddenly visited Lok Yi Academy again.

As the head of the academy in Yangzhou Prefecture, in charge of the academic achievements of scholars and young students, there were many students and scholars in the academy who were very enthusiastic about his arrival.

Chen Heng would know the news, or Xue Biao, who had gone out on the way, came back angrily to tell him.

So, you met Mei Shengjia on the road?

Chen Heng called the other party's name very rudely. Although he had no grudge against the other party, he had no grudge.

However, the other party is someone Xue Biao hates. If he is too polite, he will chill his friend's heart.

This is nothing to be ashamed of. Friendship between men also requires such childish maintenance.

Isn't that right? I thought he was just waiting halfway to show off in front of me on purpose. Xue Biao was still a little unconvinced.

It is said that people are more afraid of being famous than they are of being strong. Now that Mei Xuezheng has risen so high that it can be seen with the naked eye, even Mei Shengjia is arrogant in the academy.

Don't be angry, don't be angry. Chen Heng also laughed secretly, not knowing what the other party said, which made Mr. Chengcheng so angry, What did he say?

He asked me if I could come to my house to play after a few days of rest. Xue Biao rolled his eyes, not even caring about his manners, and pulled up the bench to sit next to Chen Heng and fanned.

Chen Hengsha smiled and said no more. The second wife of the Xue family is now somewhat out of position. After all, their family is not close to the now prominent Wang and Jia families.

These relationships all fall on the head of the Xue family, so they have nothing to do with them.

But after a few years, when Xue Ai, who is in charge of the newspaper industry, becomes prosperous, it will be difficult to say who is more powerful.

Chen Heng thought this in his mind and asked again: Then what is Mei Xuezheng doing here this time?

It's just a matter of time. Xue Biao shrugged, Next year, it will be the time when Mei Xuezheng will step down. Don't take advantage of this opportunity to make more money so that you can go to Beijing to seek an official position.

Chen Heng nodded and said that Mei Jin's luck has been really good in recent years.

The annual examination is held twice every three years, and the academic administration in each province and government generally has a three-year term. The reason for such frequent replacements was because the imperial court was worried that some academic officials would accept bribes and wantonly suppress students from all over the country.

The former is bearable, but the latter is prone to trouble.

In previous years, there were cases in other provinces where academic administrators asked students to collect money and caused trouble with the court.

The most recent time, twenty or thirty years ago, there was a new academic administration in Jiangxi. This academic administration was from other provinces, and he probably didn’t know the rules clearly. He not only accepted money from Jiangxi students, but also wanted to show some prestige and manipulate them secretly. Imperial College quota, and rural examination qualifications.

How could Jiangxi students get used to this? A few bold ones were trapped in the academy while clinging to academic affairs. Those who are good at writing will write articles on the spot, while those who are well-connected will go out to call people, and bring the matter all the way from the government office to the court.

Not to mention the punishment the imperial court imposed on the students afterwards, this academic administration was definitely doomed.

When it comes to the academic administration of various provinces, the most honest one is that of Lu. This place is also the place most academics hate to go.

Probably because they respect etiquette and rules, but they cannot compare to Shandong people.

Two years ago, when Mei Xuezheng's first term expired. The imperial court had been quarreling for several days over the post of Yangzhou's academic affairs. In the end, the honest and obedient Mei Xuezheng got the advantage, and he was re-elected for another three years for free.

But no matter what, it is certain to return to Beijing at the end of this year.

After all, the annual exam was too far away from them, so Chen Heng and Xue Biao quickly changed the topic elsewhere.

Xue Biao and Chen Heng are not the only ones who have trouble with the Mei family.

At this time, Jia Yucun also had a cold face, following Mei Jin around the academy.

The two of them were also followed by Meihua, Anding and other Xuezheng from the academy. They gathered here today because of the second annual exam in September, also called the scientific examination.

In August of this year, there was a rural examination in Yangzhou. Because the number of students in Yangzhou has increased in recent years, the expansion of the original Gongyuan is imminent. As soon as the rural examination was over, the government office decided to close the courtyard and expand it, and also build a Confucius Temple.

At that time, the scientific examination venue will have to be moved to Leyi Academy. This is a good thing, after all, it can make more people proud of being admitted to Lok Yi Academy.

But Mei Xuezheng didn't know what medicine he took wrong today, so he shouted Jia Xuezheng to Jia Yucun. From time to time, he would pull Xuezheng from other colleges and point to the flowers, plants and trees in the courtyard and say: When and under what circumstances did he plant these?

For fear that others would not know, Jia Yucun took his place.

A caring person was happy to see Le Yi Academy's jokes and secretly gave Mei Xuezheng some advice.

That is to say, Mei Xuezheng knew that there was still an old master sitting in the academy and did not dare to make too many mistakes. In addition, Jia Yucun's own qi-raising skills are sufficient, and he can still hold on until now.

However, Jia Yucun couldn't help but get angry when he thought that he, a second-ranked Jinshi, was being lorded over by a fool who was ranked third.

The hands hanging down were tightly held in the sleeves. No matter how angry Jia Yucun was now, he could only hold back his breath and follow Mei Xuezheng step by step.

After a while, Mei Jin finished inspecting all the places in the academy, then faced everyone in front of her and asked with a smile: I think this Leyi Academy is a suitable venue for scientific examinations.

Isn’t this just taking off your pants and farting? No need to ask. Many students nodded head-on, but they couldn't help complaining in their hearts: Isn't it just because of this that we have been shopping here for a long time, otherwise no one would see you showing off here for a long time.

How could Mei Jin not guess what they were thinking, but did he care? This is what he wants.

The taste of power is so good.

The academic and political affairs of a government can be so glorious, how could Mei Jin give up.

Thinking that next winter, I will be leaving to return to Beijing to report on my work, I really can’t bear to think about it.

No, we have to establish a relationship with the second roommate of the Xue family as soon as possible.

Mei Xuezheng made up his mind. He knew that his family's family background and Xue's parents did not like his son, so he had no choice but to target Xue Baoqin.

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Chen Heng and Xue Biao didn't know what was going on outside. After Mei Xuezheng left, Xin Suzhao returned to the academy, and Mei Shengjia hid somewhere.

In the evening, Chen Heng received a message from Sister Lin, saying that his family would have a small gathering on the sixth day of June. She invited Sister Xue and wanted to invite Chen Heng and Xue Biao to accompany her.

Chen Heng asked Xue Biao what he meant and saw that there was no problem with him, so he wrote back to Sister Lin.

What festival is this on the sixth day of June? Chen Heng asked curiously.

Xue Biao was also confused, I've only heard of the Clothes Suning Festival, but not many people celebrate it. I guess it's my sister who is having fun, so let her be.

If you two have nothing to talk about, don't be idle here. Come over and help us pick articles. Jiang Yuanbai looked at the two of them with a resentful look. The articles picked today will be sent to the newspaper tomorrow. .

He was so anxious that the two of them were still discussing about the clothes-drying festival. They were simply out of ideas.

Chen Heng and Xue Biao laughed and quickly stood up to apologize. One sat next to Jiang Yuanbai, and the other moved to Qian Dayou's side, and worked as a coolie honestly.

In a blink of an eye, the sixth day of June came. Chen Heng and Xue Biao packed up a little and got on the Xue family's carriage to go to the Lin family.

With Chen Heng's face, the two of them naturally didn't have to deal with the trivial matter of door stickers.

The servants led them all the way to the Lin family courtyard. There were already three or five figures in the pavilion in the distance.

Brother. Lin Jue had the sharpest eyes. She shouted when she saw Chen Heng and ran towards him with a smile.

Juedi's complexion was better than before. Chen Heng smiled, pinched the other person's face, and introduced him: This is your brother from the Xue family. You should also call me brother.

Hello, Brother Xue. Lin Jue said sweetly.

Hello, Brother Lin. Xue Biao had already learned from Chen Heng that Sister Lin had such a brother, so naturally he brought a gift when he came to visit him for the first time.

Lin Jue happily accepted it and asked Chen Heng, Brother, did you bring me a gift?

Of course. Chen Heng smiled slightly and took out a custom-made exercise book.

Brother, you gave me this last time too!!! Lin Jue was also stunned.

Chen Heng continued to maintain a kind smile, Don't worry, don't worry, it will happen in the future.

Hahahahaha.

Lin Daiyu, who didn't know when she came over, covered her mouth to suppress laughter and finally covered her stomach. She couldn't help but stamp her feet and said: Brother, you bully my brother too much.

As I said, this is what I give to Double Happiness and Good Luck. As brothers, you should treat them equally. Chen Heng waved his hands shamelessly. Even though his two younger brothers were far away, he didn't hold back anything that should be sent back. .

If Lin Jue has it, he must also have double happiness and good luck.

They are all brothers, and he loves them all.

Hello, Sister Lin, my roommate and I are going to come to bother you this time. After Chen Heng finished speaking, Xue Biao said hello to Sister Lin.

Brother Xue is welcome, my relationship with sister Baoqin is no worse than yours. Lin Daiyu wrinkled her nose and pulled Baoqin out from behind.

Two exotic fairy flowers, one is elegant and noble, the other is bright and majestic, each has its own style.

Hello, sister Xue family. Chen Heng also saluted.

Hello, Brother Chen. Baoqin lowered his head slightly, and then hid behind Sister Lin for some unknown reason.

Sister Lin took Bao Qin's hand and said to the three people in front of her: Let's go to the pavilion and sit and chat.

Halfway through, Lin Daiyu suddenly smiled at Chen Heng: Brother, I heard that you were scolded?

Oops, how could I have such a caring book friend. I was really touched. The book friends in the group said, let me pay attention to my body, not be in a hurry to update, and have a good sleep first.

Wow wow wow, so touching. You guys are so kind. But the three updates in the past few days have really squeezed the last drop out of me. I'll take it easy, brothers, don't wait any longer. I'll make up for it tomorrow and the day after tomorrow.