Red Mansions: My Book is Cool

There are only 66 candidates for one subject in the general examination, but there are thousands of candidates from all over the country who gather in the capital to take the examination.It can be seen that it was not easy for Lin Mingan to get this result, [-]th place, no surprises, he can firmly climb to the top two.Of course, this is not as eye-catching as Yijia, but Lin Mingan doesn't need it, too much attention is not a good thing.

Besides, is Yijia a Chinese cabbage that you can take if you say it?Lin Ming'an felt that the setting of some time-traveling novels was very speechless. The protagonists were the chosen ones. After studying for a few years, they started to hang out all the way. No. [-] scholar, Tanhua, even the three-yuan, and even the six-yuan, were all easy to catch.They knew that the only person in history who scored six yuan consecutively was an outstanding scholar in the Ming Dynasty.Some of the well-known figures we know, including Du Fu, Han Yu, Meng Haoran, Zuo Zongtang, Zeng Guofan, etc., have all failed the list. Of course, this does not prevent them from working hard to turn around in the future.But from this we can see how difficult it is to be a Jinshi in the general examination, even if it is a fellow Jinshi!It's no wonder that Rong Guogong Jia Daishan, who was at the height of his power, married his only prostitute Jia Min to Lin Ruhai.With Jia Min's identity and background at that time, being a princess was enough!Cao Xueqin had an aunt who was married by Kangxi and became Fujin, the iron hat king of the Qing Dynasty.

Lin Qing was extremely satisfied with the result, and so was Lin Mingan.He knew in his heart that his achievement was a bit of a fluke.If the pattern of the test does not change this time, he will definitely be ranked at the back, and he may not even be on the list.

The policy theory part in the test paper has been increased, and a lot of content on the art of mathematics has also been interspersed.If you don't know the math, you can't do some parts of the theory, because you need to calculate the numbers first to draw a conclusion.

After the meeting, some people also raised objections.The examiner, who was supported by the emperor, spoke plausibly: A gentleman's six arts, don't they include spells?Besides, if you become an official, can you only write poems and essays and know nothing about these practical matters, and let the subordinate staff and staff play with them in the future?Opponents have no words to refute, and can only give up.

This time, Lin Mingan took a big advantage.But even so, he wasn't at the top either.Therefore, from this matter, Lin Mingan reminded himself not to underestimate the ancients.They may not be as good as modern people in terms of science and technology and vision, but it was because of the times.In terms of intelligence and scheming, the outstanding ancients will be even better.Those outstanding children from famous families have been nurtured in the political environment since they were young, and those who can make it to the top all have an exquisite heart!In contrast, the living environment of modern people is relatively simple and not very suitable for this era.If you force yourself to adapt, you will be very tired.

People from the Ministry of Industry congratulated Lin Qing one after another, seeing that his son would also enter the ranks of Jinshi, and would inevitably be awarded an official position in the future.At his age, he can definitely be called a young hero.Now that they are in a relationship, who knows where they will go in the future?Just looking at the emperor's kindness to Lin Qing, one knows that his son's future will not be bad.

Moreover, Lin Qing's family is not a poor family, and they have quite some assets in Shuzhong. There is only one only child in the family, so the family property will not be dispersed.

And a daughter?The daughter doesn't count, it's just a dowry!

It is heard that the Lin family has already bought a four-entry mansion on Changbai Street where officials live concentratedly, and is waiting for the original owner to move.

It is a good object of marriage!Some families with young daughters, or families with suitable girls, are already secretly thinking about how to get to know Lin Ming'an better, so that they can speak in the future.

At this time, Lin Qing was all smiles, thanking everyone who came to congratulate, including Jia Zheng who came forward to congratulate him, who was shy and half-hidden.

Now, he is very pleasing to everyone, and he doesn't care about the little quarrels in the past.Regarding Jia Zheng's proposal to hold a banquet to celebrate Lin Ming'an, Lin Qing politely declined.One month later, Lin Ming'an would still be taking part in the palace examination, so he couldn't be distracted at this moment, and it was even more inappropriate to show off.

A colleague found a business that had hundreds of catties of wool, but it was useless and the price was cheap.Lin Qing hurriedly asked his colleagues to contact them to accept them all, and he told Lin Mingan himself.

Lin Ming'an went to see it in person. The wool was sent by a tribe on the northern grassland to repay the debt.

These wools can only be woven into rough and rough blankets with a slight smell of fish on the grasslands.But this certainly cannot be covered on the body, it can only be used as a carpet.But how can rich people value such a low-end thing?Poor people, what more carpets do poor people need!Seeing that the batch of goods was about to be smashed into their hands, and now someone was willing to take it, the firm sold it at a very low price while being happy.

Lin Ming Antuo's father found a reliable textile workshop, signed a confidential contract with the workshop owner, and offered a rather high price, asking the workshop owner to speed up the work according to the method he taught.Some of the preparatory work will be done by the Fangzhu with familiar staff, and he is willing to pay for it.Within a month, be sure to make some finished products.

At the same time, Lin Mingan was also thinking about the palace examination.The palace examination was held in the Hall of Supreme Harmony, and the emperor personally presided over and set the questions, and determined the order of the top ten.Generally, after the emperor announces the start of the palace examination, he can sit for a while, check around, and then leave.After the palace examination is over, the chief examiner will mark the papers on the spot, and after ranking roughly, the emperor will personally read the examination papers of the tributes.Of course, it is impossible for all 300 people to read it all. The top three must be reviewed carefully, and the top ten will also read it. The rest is based on interest.The emperor can also adjust the ranking of the tribute students, but there must be a reason that can convince the public, and they can't do too much under the watchful eyes of the public.

Lin Mingan learned about Emperor Yongjia's character, hobbies, experiences, and ambitions from various channels: the impressions of Lin Mingan's meeting with him, Li Yue's introduction, and the discussions of the people in the capital, etc., and initially outlined the image of Emperor Yongjia in his heart.

He kept thinking about what questions Emperor Yongjia would ask in the palace examination, how he should answer them, and how to impress Emperor Yongjia...over and over again.

If everything is forewarned, it will be abandoned. Opportunities will only be seized by those who are prepared.

On the day of the palace examination, Lin Ming'an was woken up early in the morning by Lin Qing, and put on the clothes issued by the imperial court for the tribute students participating in the palace examination, tidy up and down.Under Lin Qing's supervision, he ate some dry snacks, and didn't dare to drink too much water. He just took a sip with the tea bowl to moisten his lips.

Lin Qing personally sent them to the gate of the palace. He watched Lin Mingan enter the gate of the palace with the other tribute students anxiously. He didn't leave until he could no longer see his back.

The Hall of Supreme Harmony is the place where the emperor holds important events. It is solemn and solemn, and the tall palace shows the royal majesty.Lin Ming'an looked at this vast palace, thinking of how many talented people have tried their best in the past, just to come here for a while, and he felt a little awe.

Today, he can no longer regard himself as an outsider to overlook the world, because he is a member of this world of mortals, and he can only live in the present and live his life well.Alas, it would be great if he transmigrated into the fairy world!However, it is also inescapable. Immortals also have grievances, desires and joys and sorrows.

The test papers were handed out, and there was only one question for them to express their opinions on how to solve the financial pressure of the imperial court, strengthen the national power, and enrich the people.

Lin Mingan had already anticipated this topic and made corresponding preparations.While grinding the ink quietly, he was concentrating on meditation, thinking about how to organize the language.After thinking about it maturely, write it down on scratch paper first.After finishing writing, carefully transcribe it on the test paper.

Emperor Yongjia did not just go through the motions like previous emperors did.He got off the throne, checked and walked around the examination room once, and went through all the candidates.The candidates who participated in the examination were all quite old, thinking of Zhongshun's words, he sighed inwardly.However, it's not surprising. After ten years of hard work, many people have passed the exam many times. How can they be so young?

Among a group of tribute scholars who had reached the 'middle' age, dozens of younger ones seemed to stand out, and Emperor Yongjia inevitably took a few extra glances.Among them, Lin Mingan's extraordinarily young and radiant appearance caught his eyes even more.He couldn't help but paced over to have a look.

Feeling someone approaching, Lin Mingan saw a corner of the bright yellow robe out of the corner of his eye, and his heart skipped a beat.But he forced himself to remain calm, still holding the pen firmly in both hands, writing the test paper unhurriedly.

Emperor Yongjia was a little surprised by Lin Mingan's calmness, but at the same time he admired it. He leaned over to read Lin Mingan's test paper, and the first thing he saw was the neat, free and easy handwriting, and he nodded in satisfaction.When he looked down at the content, his expression gradually became serious.

Not wanting to disturb the candidates, Emperor Yongjia carefully looked at the names on the test paper.

"Lin Mingan"?He suddenly remembered, isn't this the name of Lin Qing's son he newly rewarded?Is it this handsome and calm young man who proposed the 'method of drying salt'?

Emperor Yongjia took a deep look at Lin Mingan, left from his examination table, and went to inspect elsewhere.

After the palace examination, the Gongsheng students did not go out of the palace, and the rankings had to be determined on the same day.The examiners respectfully presented the results of the examination papers, and Emperor Yongjia paid attention to Lin Mingan's ranking, ranking No. 40 and seventh.

He reviewed the test papers of many scholars calmly, and made some adjustments when he finally decided on the ranking.For example, the ranking of Gongsheng Lin Mingan was adjusted to No.10.Emperor Yongjia's explanation for this considerable adjustment is: Lin Mingan's answer is quite innovative, literary talent comes second, and he proposes a practical solution. Right now, the imperial court needs such practical talents, and Lin Mingan can serve as a model.

Although the No.10 and No.40 ranks have different rankings, there is not much difference in essence. They are all second-class Jinshi, and it is not as important as first-class and fourth and fifth Chuanlu, so no one raised any objections.Dai Quan noticed this scene and thought in his heart, it seems that the emperor looks at Lin Mingan differently, this person must not be offended

The ranking has been determined. The candidates who have passed the examination will wear official uniforms and three-branched nine-leaf crowns. They stand in front of the court and wait for the call. Then they enter the Hall of Supreme Harmony together with the princes and other officials. , ranking.

The deacon placed the list in the imperial road of Danchi, and all the Jinshi knelt down.A group of people held their breath and waited for the last moment.

"Second A No. 7, Xuzhou Gongshi Lin Ming'an, granted a Jinshi background!" The resonant voice of the deacon sounded again, Lin Ming'an suddenly raised his eyes to look up, then lowered his head respectfully, covering the corner of his mouth with a smile.

They are all top two, it doesn't matter if they are ranked higher or lower.But from ranking 66 on the apricot list to No. 7 in the second class, it was somewhat unexpected.It can be judged that Emperor Yongjia changed his ranking, and only Emperor Yongjia has this power.

Maybe it was his own opinion in the test paper that caught his attention, and he stood beside him and looked at it for a long time during the palace test; maybe it was after offering the method of drying salt that he caught his eye?

No matter what the reason is, it is a good start for yourself!

Lin Mingan smiled slightly as he thought about the things he had prepared two days ago.