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Seeing that her son finally agreed, Yun Xi's heart, which had been hanging in the air, finally settled down, and she couldn't help but breathe a sigh of relief.

She smiled gently and said softly, "Okay, your mother will discuss this matter with your father today and will definitely select the most suitable and outstanding study partner for you."

After saying that, Yun Xi's eyes became firm: This is a great opportunity!

This is a good opportunity for me to select a study partner for Xiuqi and let everyone in the world know that my son, Yun Xi, is a prodigy that only appears once in a century!

Doing so would not only lay a solid foundation for Xiuqi's future path to the throne, but would also make those who once looked down upon them mother and son take notice of them.

It can also prevent those who may want to slander her son outside from carrying out their plans.

Thinking of this, Yun Xi couldn't help but raise the corners of her mouth slightly, with confidence and expectation flashing in her eyes.

After a busy day of state affairs, Xiao Chenyi returned to the palace to rest. He was a little surprised when he heard Yun Xi's words.

He was also very troubled because his son was reluctant to have a study companion.

But the teachers all said that their son was doing well in his studies, so he had no reason to force him.

Unexpectedly, Yun Xi convinced her son.

Xiao Chenyi gently held Yun Xi's hand and said with a gratified smile: "You are really my good wife."

He knew very well how much help Yun Xi had given him along the way. This was far beyond what an ordinary woman could do.

"Do you have any idea about who to choose as Xiuqi's study partner?" Yun Xi asked with concern. "I want to hold a competition for poetry, song, strategy, arithmetic, horse riding, swordsmanship... As long as it is learned in the Imperial College, all will be put into competition. I want to select the best among them."

Xiuqi chose a study partner in order to have a right-hand man in the future. As his study partner, of course, the ability must not be bad.

Of course, it is difficult to be perfect. So just select a few people, each of whom has his or her own special strengths.

"Well, the Queen has a good idea." Xiao Chenyi listened and nodded approvingly.

"I have some ideas in mind. This is a good opportunity to make a fair choice."

No matter how good the rumors are, seeing it with your own eyes is believing.

"Your Majesty, although ability is of vital importance, in my opinion, character is the most important thing!" Yun Xi frowned slightly and looked at the emperor earnestly.

After all, the moral character of the person who accompanies his son has extraordinary significance, far surpassing other aspects.

As everyone knows, as the saying goes, "It's not the hooligans that are scary, what's scary is the hooligans with culture."

If someone has extraordinary abilities but serious moral flaws, allowing him to accompany the prince would have disastrous consequences.

Loyalty is a must, but one must also be upright, dignified, generous, and have a positive attitude, all of which are indispensable qualities for a tutor to the prince. Intelligence is the final consideration.

Xiao Chenyi pondered for a moment and nodded quickly, "Well, what the Queen said makes sense. Don't worry, I will send someone to investigate carefully before the personnel are confirmed. But in the meantime, I will have to trouble you to start some preliminary preparations for the selection."

"Yes, I understand." Yun Xi nodded.

As her son grew up, she felt the burden on her shoulders getting heavier.

He is the future king of a country, so how can we not pay attention to his training?

The next morning, the sun shone through the windows of the palace, illuminating the court.

Xiao Chenyi was wearing a gorgeous dragon robe and sitting on the high throne. His eyes were majestic and deep.

When the ministers in the court stood in line, Xiao Chenyi cleared his throat and solemnly announced the eye-catching news: "My dear ministers, the Queen and I plan to select two or three reading companions for the Crown Prince. Do you have any recommendations?"

As soon as the words fell, the originally quiet and solemn court suddenly exploded.

The ministers were all surprised, with excitement in their eyes. They knew that this was a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. If their children were lucky enough to be selected as the prince's companion, it would not only be a supreme honor for them personally, but also mean that the future of the entire family would become extremely bright and stable.

At this time, Lord Li, the Minister of Rites, could not wait to take the first step and came to the center of the court. Then, he respectfully saluted to Xiao Chenyi and said, "Your Majesty is wise! I dare to recommend my son Li Xuan. This boy is exactly ten years old this year. He has shown extraordinary intelligence and wisdom since he was a child, and he is very familiar with poetry and books. Moreover, he has a good character and is kind and honest. He will definitely get along well with His Royal Highness the Crown Prince and become his mentor and friend."

After saying this, Lord Li looked up at Xiao Chenyi expectantly, hoping to get the emperor's approval.

After hearing this, Xiao Chenyi nodded slightly, with a barely perceptible smile on his face. He silently memorized the name Li Xuan in his heart, but did not make a decision immediately, because he knew that more ministers would come to recommend their own children.

Then, the Minister of War, Lord Wang, was not to be outdone: "Your Majesty, my nephew Wang Yao is outstandingly talented, steady in character, and has a good understanding of classics, history, and literature. He can be a companion to the Crown Prince and can also help the Crown Prince understand some military strategies."

At this time, the Grand Secretary who had been silent all this time spoke up: "Your Majesty, I believe that a companion should not only be talented, but also have a firm mind and a loyal heart. I recommend the youngest son, Su Jin. He has been diligent and studious since he was young, and he is upright and loyal to the royal family."

Everyone has heard of Su Jin, the late son of Su Daxueshi. He enjoys great prestige among the young men in the capital.

Other ministers who wanted to make recommendations all slowed down their pace.

Compared with Master Su Jin, theirs seems to be a little lacking?

Everyone cast angry glances at Academician Su: Your family has enough food and drink, and the emperor favors you very much, so why do you want to steal our jobs?

The fight for seats in the court came to a temporary halt.

Xiao Chenyi raised his eyebrows: Stop now? Do you think my big son is not so popular?

He leaned back on the dragon throne and said calmly, "For this selection, the Queen will hold a selection meeting. At that time, some people who excel in a single project will be selected to serve as the Crown Prince's companion."

Why single project?

It's simple, because if you take all the abilities into consideration, no one can surpass the prince.

Don’t ask me how I know this, I’m just that confident!

Yun Xi had been sitting at the back of the court, eavesdropping on the discussions in the court through a temporary screen.

Just as Yun Xi was thinking, a little eunuch hurried in and whispered something in her ear.

Yun Xi's face turned ugly in an instant. It turned out that someone had reported that the Minister of Rites, Lord Li, had accepted bribes in the imperial examination. Although the matter had not yet been investigated, it had already caused quite a stir in Yun Xi's heart.

Yun Xi couldn't help but have doubts about Li Xuan's selection. If Lord Li really did such a bad thing, would his son Li Xuan also be affected?

Looking at the letter delivered to him, Xiao Chenyi's face darkened.

"Dali Temple, conduct a thorough investigation." Following the emperor's order, Lord Li with disheveled hair was taken away.