I was a gentleman in ancient times

Yingyang Academy occupies a very large area, almost occupying half of the foothills of Longming Mountain.

Wei Su left Wei Zhen in the carriage, and asked Zhou Chengtie and Sanniang to take his younger sister to the new home not far away.I followed the crowd along the winding mountain road all the way up.

After walking for about half a stick of incense, I came to a spacious flat ground surrounded by shrubs and bamboo forests, and among the bamboo forests there is a majestic stone pillar plaque with four big characters engraved on it: Yingyang Academy.

At this time, everyone stopped and looked at these four words carefully. Everyone's faces were flushed, and they were all a little excited.

There are also students from other places who come to the Contemplative Learning Ceremony one after another around.If there is a chance, these people can also rely on their own strength, or rely on their own strengths to win the favor of Mr. Yingyang Xuegong, and make an exception to accept them as his disciples.

It is also because of this that the Ceremony of Discourses held every five years is an opportunity for everyone. As long as they enter Yingyang Academy, their status will naturally be different.With such a background, the future is boundless, which is why everyone in the world is flocking to it.

Not long after, the gate of Yingyang Academy opened, and students came out in a file. This group of people dressed in uniform blue and white Confucian uniforms lined up neatly as soon as they came out, dignified and majestic, and imposing.

The hearts of all the children of the aristocratic family are surging. As long as today is over, they will also become a member of this family, a symbol of the family's glory, why not make people excited?

Tao Jin stood beside Wei Su and said in a low voice: "Among these people are the children sent in by the last four big families. Well, the fourth one in the second row is the Cui family's Saburo, and there are also the Xie family and the Wang family's children over there." Also there."

Wei Su didn't lie to him, and he didn't mean to compete for the Tao family's place to enter the academy.From the beginning to the end, he never thought about the place in the Tao family.

Standing here today, Wei Su doesn't rely on his family's quota or any external force, so he is going to enter the palace by virtue of his true ability.

A few days ago, at Tao Fu's request, he studied with Wei Su, but he was reluctant at first.He's just a farmer's son, even if he studied in the fourth uncle's private school for a few years, how can he compare with him, a son of aristocratic family cultivated by the Tao family with all their efforts?

But it was only later that he realized his superficiality.Wei Su only asked him some questions, and he had already grasped his weak points in study.

So Wei Su specially formulated a set of study plans for him, and even helped him sort out the key points of the assessment, corrected the deficiencies in his articles, and even gave him a lot of suggestions.In Wei Su's words, it's like sharpening the gun in front of the battle, and if it doesn't shine, it will shine. If this test-taking plan doesn't work, it will be a waste of his decades of effort.It's just that Wei Su was only over 20 years old from the womb, so where did he get decades of effort?

Tao Jin has also gained a certain understanding of Wei Su's ability these days, at least in many knowledge and insights, he is far behind.It would be the best if Wei Su can enter the academy, at least, someone can be on the same path with him, and the two of them can help each other, so he won't be too lonely.

Wei Su wondered, "What about your Tao family?" Since other families have children in the academy, it is impossible for their Tao family to not have them.

Tao Jin's face became a little uncomfortable, but someone behind him sneered and said: "Tao family? Hehe, the last Tao family's children did not live up to expectations, and their good quota was lost by themselves. Tsk tsk! I feel sorry for his Tao family ?”

Wei Su turned around, but he didn't know this person.However, Tao Jin gritted his teeth and said harshly: "Xie Zhuo, there is no need for you to be hypocritical."

It turned out to be a child of the Xie family, Xie Zhuo smiled coldly, "Why bother? It's a well-known thing, why? Why don't people say it?"

Tao Jin didn't want to pay attention to him, but Xie Zhuo didn't let him go. He lightly raised his chin and said provocatively: "I didn't expect to see your Tao family today. Wasn't there a rumor that your Tao family's quota was given to outsiders? Who is it? The fourth master of the Tao family brought it back? Do you want to enter the academy too?"

"It's nothing but nonsense, only those who have no brains will believe it? As for Mr. Wei, he is a guest of Tao's family, and not an outsider can comment on it." Tao Jin said bluntly.

Xie Zhuo's expression changed, and just as he was about to speak, Tao Jin smiled slightly, "I don't know that the Xie family's rules are that you can talk about others behind your back. I really admire the Xie family's family rules."

"You..." Xie Zhuo was defeated by Tao Jin, and wanted to argue, but was held back.

"Okay, Ninth Brother, don't you want to see where this is? How can you act recklessly?" Another Xie family member gave Tao Jin a cool look, and persuaded his younger brother.

Xie Zhuo had a hard time, so he had to say: "Thank you, Brother Seven, for your reminder. What Brother Seven said was true. As a big family, Xie's family naturally has to be tolerant. How can we argue with him? Let's do it ourselves this time. Don't be like last time."

For Xie Zhuo's cynicism, Tao Jin was young after all, couldn't hold back, and wanted to go back.Wei Su shook his head at him, Tao Jin choked for a moment, remembering what the Patriarch had just said at the foot of the mountain, he finally held back.

Wei Su glanced at him approvingly, a child can be taught, he can bend and stretch before he is a real man.

Tao Jin ignored Xie Zhuo no longer, so he had no reason to be provocative, so he could only stare at Tao Jin and stop talking.

At this time, a middle-aged man with a long beard came out. He stood with his hands behind his back, and his majestic gaze scanned the surrounding area.Everyone didn't dare to breathe out, and there was no sound.

Only then did the middle-aged man stroke his beard in satisfaction, and said loudly: "All the children of aristocratic families who have quotas, come forward."

The atmosphere became tense, Tao Jin looked at Wei Su, and with Wei Su's nod, took a deep breath and walked forward.

The old man looked at the dozen or so people in front of him, and said slowly: "My surname is Chu, and my name is Shan Yan. You can call me Mr. Chu."

"Mr. Chu, so he is Mr. Chu!" Someone exclaimed.Everyone looked even more respectful.

"Chu Yan, Mr. Chu?" Wei Su was puzzled.

The person next to him heard Wei Su's doubts and said in surprise, "You don't know Mr. Chu, do you?"

Wei Su really didn't know, judging by everyone's expressions, this person should have a great reputation, but Wei Su had never heard of this name.But having said that, he just came from Yunshui Village, that small place, except for celebrities like Lizheng and the county magistrate, there is no way to know about the rest.After he came to Yingyang City, he spent most of his time reading books in the library and never went out at all, so naturally no news could reach his ears.

Wei Su shook his head and explained: "I used to live in a remote place, and my parents were both farmers. It is a great blessing for me to be able to read and write. It is also a coincidence that I came to Yingyang City."

"It turned out to be a farm boy?" The man was a little surprised, but as a scholar, he still didn't say anything too hurtful.

No wonder others are surprised, because now the class division of scholars, peasants, businessmen and commerce is very strict.Scholars who can read and write all have family heritage, which has been passed down from generation to generation.How can a farmer be able to read and write?

The man looked at Wei Su again, no matter whether he believed Wei Su's words or not, since Wei Su came here, he could no longer treat him as a farmer's son.

"My name is Wei Su, I don't know what to call my brother?" Wei Su cupped his hands in salute.

The man returned the salute, "My name is Sun Zhang. I didn't know it before, but I hope you can forgive me." Seeing that Wei Su waved his hand indifferently, he explained Wei Su's confusion: "You don't know this Mr. Chu, but he is a famous military master. , his attainments in the art of war can be described as superb. Do you know Zhong Lihui, General Lou Guo?"

Wei Su still shook his head, there wasn't a single character he was familiar with.

Sun Zhang didn't know what to say anymore, thinking about his identity, he felt relieved again.He explained in a low voice: "I don't blame you if you don't know, as long as you know, Zhong Lihui is an invincible general. He once defeated tens of thousands of Zou's army with thousands of soldiers and horses, and became famous all over the world in one fell swoop. Such a person, then He is Mr. Chu's disciple."

Wei Su cooperated and expressed surprise, "So powerful?"

Sun Zhang was triumphant, as if he was honored, "Of course, how can there be any masters in Yingyang Academy who are not good? It would be great if I can also enter Yingyang Academy."

The last words were somewhat lonely, Wei Su comforted with a smile: "If I have learned something, I will definitely be favored by my husband, and it is not impossible."

"It's true." Sun Zhang nodded, and his heart began to look forward to it.He also has a certain amount of confidence in his talents, otherwise he wouldn't have traveled all the way to Yingyang City.

While the two of them were talking here, Mr. Chu had already announced the rules of Yingyang Academy.Ask everyone to choose a blank slip according to what they have learned, and then someone will give you a question according to your choice, and everyone must complete the answer on the slip within a stick of incense.In the end, Mr. Xuegong will use this to determine whether to pass the admission.

Of course, this kind of entry-level answering standard is extremely simple. To put it bluntly, it is a chance for the children of the aristocratic family, as long as they have a certain foundation, they can pass.Otherwise, the quotas given to various families in the academy would be useless.

Tao Jin took a piece of slips, turned her head and glanced at Wei Su nervously, Wei Su waved his fist, cheering him on.Tao Jin nodded understandingly. The reason why he became dependent on Wei Su was that when he was studying with Wei Su a few days ago, what Wei Su summed up for him benefited him a lot.

With Wei Su's encouragement, he secretly settled down.Only then did he return to the designated place, sat on the ground, and began to think about how to answer.

Seeing this scene, Sun Zhang next to him asked curiously: "What is your relationship with the Tao family? It seems that the direct descendant of the Tao family values ​​you very much?"

Wei Su thought for a while and said, "Well, I was able to come to Yingyang City thanks to Tao's family. These days, I also live in Tao's family."

Sun Zhang understood it wrong, and said with a smile: "So Brother Wei is actually a member of the Tao family?"

Keeper?Wei Su touched his nose, he still understood the general meaning of the doorman.It's like taking refuge in a wealthy family and relying on the master's family for support, but doing things for the master's family and giving ideas for the sake of the master's family.He should be like this, right?Then nodded.

Nowadays, many capable people will set their own prices and choose to work for the rich and powerful.Firstly, one's own ability has been demonstrated, and secondly, one will not be so poor that one cannot support oneself. This is also a good way out.Youdao is to learn literary and martial arts, and the goods are exchanged with the emperor's family at equal value.

Speaking of which, the people who have successfully graduated from Yingyang Academy become the guests of the kings of various countries. Isn't it to reflect their own value?

Sun Zhang's eyes lit up, and he nodded, "Very good, but why are you here as a diner? You want to enter Yingyang Academy, can the Tao family agree?"

Wei Su smiled slightly, "Why don't you agree? Today I came with the team of the Tao family, and I have a letter of recommendation from the head of the Tao family."

"I didn't expect the Tao family to be such a family of benevolence and righteousness." Sun Zhang sighed.Ordinary diners will be restricted by some rules when they take refuge in the master's house. It is really rare to see someone as free as Wei Su.Sun Zhang naturally understands this, so he feels it.If he failed to enter the Yingyang Academy, the Tao family might be a good choice.

Wei Su didn't even know that he had gained a lot of favor for the Tao family.He was just paying attention to Tao Jin in the field. After Tao Jin sat down and read his question, his slightly frowning brows gradually relaxed.In the end, after thinking for a while, he picked up the pen he brought, dipped in the ink, and quickly wrote on the bamboo slips.