After dinner, the servants of Songzhuyuan sat in twos and threes on the promenade in the garden, chatting some gossip to pass the time.

A young man in gray clothes said with disdain on his face: "Let me tell you, our Young Master Song is not ordinary, he is clearly just a guest, and he is also pretending to be a deputy master, so there is no need to make people laugh."

Someone else scolded: "Isn't it? You can't be free all day, and you have to order me three or five times during a meal. It's true that our serious master in the White House is not like him!"

A boy in green clothes and trousers, who was obviously more decently dressed, persuaded: "Okay, don't say any more, if the person in Dian Xing Zhai listens to it, and some people will make trouble."

All the servants smiled obsequiously and said, "What Brother Wen said is that you are the only one who serves the young master, and you don't know our hard work. I hope you can say a few words in front of the young master. If you can get out of this sea of ​​suffering, I will give you a piece of cake." It is also possible to set up a tablet of longevity."

The boy in blue waved his hand: "I dare not be the master of the young master."

Recently, Ruan Lezheng was busy with other affairs and couldn't be free, so he didn't even notice that the Bai mansion had undergone a major change of blood.

However, how can Bai Tan, a hot-blooded man, be willing to live in a corner?I have already submitted my name and taboo, and I am ready to take part in the imperial examination to try my hand.

Although Bai Tan was distracted by his own fragrant medicine business, it was indeed difficult to win the number one prize, but it was still easy to beat Ruan Qingsong's Xibei product.

What's more, there is still a good show waiting for him in the palace examination in mid-October, of course Bai Tan doesn't want to miss it.

Therefore, when Ruan Qingsong overheard the sarcasm from the servants, couldn't bear the anger, and aggressively approached Bai Tan for a theory, but the other party was studying hard in the study.

Ruan Qingsong saw that Bai Tan was holding a book in his hand, with the words "Zuo Zhuan Ji Zhu" written on the blue cover with a silver hook and iron painting, and he was sitting behind the desk, reading it seriously.

These few words are written with a strong pen and sharp edge, and they were written by Wei Jiao, who is known as the "Three Outstanding Scholars".

Wei Jiao has unique insights in Confucian classics, and has a deep understanding. Every time he speaks, there are always shocking remarks. Ruan Qingsong was attracted by this person before, and wanted to make him a confidant, and then asked him for advice, but was repeatedly rejected.

Relying on his status as a talented unicorn, Ruan Qingsong is used to being praised by others, and has always regarded himself very highly, but he can't keep his face from flirting with each other, so this has become a pity in his heart.

It's just that literati look down on each other, and now that the imperial examination is coming, the Beijing Central Examiners don't talk about it, but they are eager to search for some beautiful articles that no one else has.

What's more, Wei Jiao was arrogant and arrogant, Ruan Qingsong never thought that the other party would be so generous, and at such a time, he was willing to lend Bai Tan the notes he made.

If it was in modern times, it would be equivalent to getting the notebook of a top student before the college entrance examination. As for the benefits that can be obtained, it is naturally not a little bit.

Seeing Ruan Qingsong's red-eyed expression with jealousy, Bai Tan smiled happily, and asked casually, "Why, what do you want me to do?"

Anyway, as long as Ruan Qingsong is not happy, Bai Tan will be happy.

Ruan Qingsong used to look like he was asking questions, but now he suppressed the accusation that the other party had treated him badly, and said contemptuously, "You are a merchant with a low status, what book do you read?"

Bai Tan shook his head, thinking that Ruan Qingsong is also a person who has traveled through the modern society, why is the concept so old-fashioned, who said that merchants can't read and write?

He raised his chin slightly, and said with a haughty expression, "I study because I want to take the exam."

Ruan Qingsong was startled, and forced himself to calm down: "Do you think you are a child playing house? Without the fame of Juren, I'm afraid you won't even be able to enter the Gongyuan. Be careful of being kicked out!"

Bai Tan turned a page of the book and said leisurely: "Who told you that only Juren can enter?"

Ruan Qingsong frowned and thought.

Bai Tan kindly reminded: "Have you forgotten? I am a privileged class. Last month, Aunt Jincheng persuaded my mother to take me to meet the wife of Master Jiuzhang of the Imperial College. Right now I am studying in the Imperial College with Wei Jiao and the others. .”

Ruan Qingsong suddenly realized, and Erqing's face became gloomy again. The Imperial College is the highest institution of learning and educational administration established by the state, also known as "Tai Xue". Non-noble children and officials are not allowed to enter the school. Students who are studying are called "supervisors". You can skip the college and township examinations in the imperial examinations, and directly participate in the triennial general examinations held in Beijing.

What's more, those who teach in the Guozijian, from Jijiu to doctors and teaching assistants, are all talented people who have read poetry and books, and they are not comparable to ordinary private education.

In the early years, Ruan Qingsong had the extravagant hope of studying in the Imperial College, so he also asked Ruan Lezheng to hand over a name card, but it is a pity that the current Imperial College Jijiu is a real celebrity, and he doesn't like Ruan Lezheng's demeanor, and he doesn't even like Ruan Lezheng. Qingsong, the bastard, finally rejected him.

Unexpectedly, Bai Tan would have what he could not have dreamed of without saying a word, how can one not hate it?

However, Ruan Qingsong's reaction was quick, he calmed down, and said directly: "Even if you have this false name, what can you do? In terms of talent and learning, you have no knowledge; in terms of character, you are arrogant and arrogant. What's more, you have been in business for many years, and you have been infected You smell of copper all over your body, I want to see how you are still trying to gain fame!"

Bai Tan couldn't help laughing.

If Ruan Qingsong had real talent and learning, it would be fine to say this. He obviously obtained the title of "Kirin Talent" by plagiarism. Where did he have the confidence to ridicule others?

Bai Tan stared at him deeply for a long while, "I don't understand fishing for fame, but there are living examples of stealing money."

Ruan Qingsong felt guilty, "What do you mean?"

Bai Tan's eyes were clear and clear, as if he could see through the world, Ruan Qingsong couldn't help but raise his heart slightly, and was worried that he would say something shocking to the world, but the other party looked away naturally, and said lightly: "It's not interesting, I just expressed my feelings." That's all."

Ruan Qingsong still wanted to argue with him, but then he thought about it, since Bai Tan entered the Imperial College, it is basically a foregone conclusion to take part in the imperial examination to obtain a scholar, and it is just a waste of words.

Another one, if I can stop him for a while, how can I stop him for a lifetime?

Ruan Qingsong thought he knew Bai Tan a little bit. Although he didn't like him, he had to admit that this person was definitely not a mediocre person.Now that he is young, it is normal for him to have little knowledge, but after all, the other party is under the tutelage of famous masters, with Wei Jiao and Zhang Yunbo assisting him, given time, he will surely become a master.

Rather than watching the other party soar and rise to the top in the future, it is better to take part in the imperial examination together now, and take advantage of the fledgling white sandalwood to wait for an opportunity to step on it. It is best to think of a plan to deprive the other party of the qualification to participate in the imperial examination, so that he can spend his whole life They can only be peddlers.

It would be a pleasure to see Bai Tan like this with his own eyes!

Thinking of this, Ruan Qingsong couldn't help feeling a surge of anticipation in his heart, and said confidently: "Don't be complacent, let's see later."

Bai Tan didn't fluctuate in his heart, and even wanted to laugh a little.

Ruan Qingsong's eyes flicked over the "Zuo Zhuan Ji Zhu", turned around, and left with a sullen face, frowning and thinking seriously while walking, even forgetting the purpose of his trip.

Bai Tan was relieved, turned around and ordered Zhang Jinzhong to say: "Ruan Qingsong is so angry, it must be because the food has been too greasy recently, tell the back chef to make more light food and send it to Songzhuyuan."

Zhang Jinzhong smiled and said yes.

In a blink of an eye, it was the fifteenth day of the eighth lunar month, and the capital was decorated with lanterns and festoons. The daughters of boudoirs went out together, and the children of the aristocratic families also watched the moon together.

It's just that Bai Tan watched from a distance from the Star Watching Pavilion, and always felt that there was a faint state of decadence amidst the bustle, which was inexplicably sad.

The population of the Bai Mansion is small, and there are no other elders alive, so a few respectable mothers and nurses were invited to accompany Ruan Bai, and everyone had a good time.

On the other hand, Ruan Qingsong invited many literati to come in through the corner door on the west side, welcome them and see them off, making such noise that people's ears hurt.

Provoking Wuyou complained: "I don't know which family's rules it is. I have never seen such a person who comes to the house as a guest and doesn't go through the main entrance and doesn't say hello to the master. It makes no sense! Young master, why don't we Beat people out?"

Bai Tan smiled and said nothing.

Bai Sui was careful and thoughtful, and said worriedly: "My servant took a sneak peek just now and saw that those people behaved inappropriately, and they must not be serious scholars. Please don't let anything happen to you."

Bai Tan took a bite of the mooncake stuffed with jujube paste and yam, squinted his eyes thoughtfully, and said to the boy Duofu: "Go to the front yard and tell Uncle Zhong that there are outsiders coming to the house tonight, and you must be extra careful when patrolling the night." Some, especially mother's place, must not be disturbed. If you pass on my words again, let the girls avoid it, it is best to go back to the room early to rest, and the doors and windows must be closed tightly."

Duofu asked suspiciously, "Young Master, you think you forgot your Qingfeng Building?"

Bai Tan said: "My place is full of ordinary objects, so I won't mobilize the crowd."

Duofu wanted to say something more, but seeing Bai Tan's firm attitude, he reluctantly closed his mouth.

After Duofu took the order to leave, Baitan drove Baisui and Wuyou to Lanyue Pavilion and asked them to serve Ruan Baishi.

Soon Bai Tan was left alone in the gazebo, and he looked more and more lonely, very pitiful.

Autumn is high and crisp, the world is open and open, only a round of bright moon is there for company.

Bai Tan took a sip of the sweet-scented osmanthus wine, and suddenly remembered his experience in the orphanage in his previous life, when life was hard, but there was also the pure joy of young people.

I still remember when I was seven years old, a well-meaning person donated a sum of supplies, including a worn out TV set.

It happened to be the Mid-Autumn Festival at that time, and the second-hand TV set was placed in the middle of the yard in a precious place. Everyone sat on the ground, happily watching the performance of an unknown TV station, and stayed up until midnight, even if their eyes were glued together. Also refused to disperse.

After many years, Bai Tan still remembers the last song of that evening, and now thinking about it, it seems to be wafting in his ears.

The beautiful peach eyes of white sandalwood stared at the full moon in the sky, opened his lips and sang aloud, "When will the bright moon come? Ask the blue sky for wine. I don't know the palace in the sky. What year is it..."

He was not good at singing, and with the passage of time, he couldn't remember the melody clearly, and the tune was somewhat nondescript, but it was surprisingly pleasant to the ear.

"……Nung, moon and new moon……"

The young man's voice was low and melodious, and in the thick night, his expression was also a little drunk, vaguely blurred, leaning over the stone table, almost falling asleep.

A plant with elliptical leaves and rich green color was planted in the corner of the courtyard, but it is a famous product among osmanthus, called "Buddha Pearl". Yellow finely crushed petals.

Bai Tan's eyes were bleary with drunken eyes, and his lips smelled of wine murmured: "Where did the wild cats come from, and they start to call|spring before spring comes?"

Someone hiding in the tree froze.

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