Chapter 245: The Nine Voices of the Voice, the Best

"Thank you, sir."

After receiving the reminder from the pilot, Chen Heng hurriedly thanked him. Under the guidance of the other party, he turned around and walked towards the end of the class under the admiration of a group of new scholars.

Just like what the examiners said, a hundred years from now, people may not remember Dayong’s top scorer in every subject. But I will definitely remember the 4th year of Jianping Examination, not only because of Chen Heng’s articles, but also because he was the number one scholar who won six prizes in a row.

When a person shines like the sun, his radiance will inevitably shine on the people around him. No matter how close or distant you are, you can't ignore it wherever you look.

For these Jinshi, from now on, if they tell people around them that they are on the exam list in the fourth year of Jianping, others will definitely slap their thighs and say: This is the list where Chen Zhuangyuan won six yuan in a row.

This feeling was mixed with envy, which made these people's eyes quite complicated. Do you wish you could replace him? Or is it the same as Yourong? No matter what it is, they have to digest it slowly.

Chen Heng didn't squint his eyes, and his originally blank thoughts gradually became clear as he moved forward step by step. When he came to his senses at the end of the class, he glanced at Fengtian Temple and felt that it was majestic and his mind had returned to clarity.

Following the driver, Chen Heng continued up the road on the right. All the way to the steps of the main hall, the howling spring breeze stopped a little. Carrying his clothes and walking up the stairs, Chen Heng looked at the ground and subconsciously glanced sideways.

I saw that the stone carving in the middle of the steps was engraved with a picture of a rising dragon and a giant turtle. The meaning is——the dragon soaring in the blue clouds and the turtle riding on the waves. But for Xinke Jinshi, they prefer another meaning - Pingce was offered in front of the palace and took the first place.

This is the greatest glory of ten years of hard work. Every talented person who is lucky enough to stand here, placed in various state capitals, who is not a dragon or a phoenix among men, a proud son of heaven?

Step by step across the image of the rising dragon and giant turtle, the belated pride in Chen Heng's heart erupted like a blowout. When he stood next to Wei Yinghong in front of the case, the young man gently held his hands in his hands as a gesture of thanks for the government examination and the support of the examination.

After Wei Yinghong finished reciting the name of the top pick, he stopped for the first time and did not continue to recite the name of the second pick. Instead, he waited for Chen Heng to come to his side and saluted before smiling and nodding at him.

Although this was not authorized by Li Zhi, Chen Heng was the first person since the founding of the Yong Dynasty to win six yuan in a row. Appropriate courtesy and honors are given not only to the number one scholar, but also to the emperor himself.

The candidate and the teacher met and bowed. Chen Heng took a deep breath, stepped across the threshold, and walked towards the front row of the Jinluan Hall. All the civil and military officials of the Manchu Dynasty were present, including many ministers wearing pythons and scarves. Everyone was silent, their eyes falling on Chen Heng.

The appearance and style of the new top scholar are indeed extraordinary. Apart from the skin color of a peasant, he is not in line with the mainstream aesthetics of the world. It can be seen that his majestic and majestic attitude, set against the backdrop of the court uniform, actually makes him more dignified and dignified.

No wonder Bao Qingtian and Di Ge Lao in the play like to make black faces, and this is the reason.

Lin Ruhai's smile never stopped since Chen Heng's name was read out. At this moment, watching the students walk to the front of the hall, stand on the square bricks, and bow down, I can't help but feel happy and proud that my family has a talented child.

Li Zhi, who was sitting on the throne, asked His Highness: "Is the one below the number one scholar in a new subject?"

The craftsmen who built the Jinluan Palace were truly ingenious. Li Zhi's voice was not loud, but when it was reflected in the splendid palace and reached Chen Heng's ears, it was as if Li Zhi was speaking close to him.

At this time, Wei Yinghong outside continued to shout the name of the second place winner. But Lord Shangshu's voice was blocked by the wind outside, which did not affect Chen Heng's speech at all.

"Your Majesty Chen Heng, ranked first in the scientific examination."

Li Zhi followed the courtesy given to Sanding Jia in every imperial examination and continued to ask: "Since you are ranked first, can you think about it?"

At this time, Cui Huan, the second best student in the new class, had already entered the hall, and Zhao Mingyi, the top student in the class, had just walked from the top of the class to the bottom of the class. Chen Heng paused slightly. It was customary for Li Zhi to ask this question. But the reply of the top scholar in each subject will be registered and spread everywhere.

In official circles, the relationship between the same age is very important, and among them, the number one scholar leads the way. The reason is here. Chen Heng's reply not only represents himself, but also represents the Jinshi in this subject.

Showing weakness is definitely not allowed. He can be modest about himself, but it involves the collective dignity of Jinshi in this subject. If what he said was too modest and courteous, and if word got out that others said that the Jianping four-year conference failed, then there would be no place to complain.

After thinking for a moment, Chen Heng thought about his words and bowed down to answer: "The imperial examination is about selecting scholars for the country. The ministers and Chinese-style Jinshi are not as talented and learned as Fan Gong, and are as wise as Bi Gan. Fortunately, I am appreciated by His Majesty and can be the emperor's disciple." . I am so grateful that I will remember it forever."

Taking the names of two sages as a means of self-effacement is an excellent way of saying it. While retaining the dignity of Jinshi scholars, his words will not appear too complacent. Later, I did not forget to add His Majesty's kindness. She was beautiful both inside and outside.

The ministers in the court all nodded after hearing this. This No. 1 scholar has indeed experienced in the six subjects, and his thoughts and considerations are better than those of the previous No. 1 scholar.

The chronicler in the corner of the palace is also busy writing. Today's dialogues in front of the palace must be recorded in the book, so that history can be checked and future generations can remember. The so-called glory is nothing more than that.

Chen Heng paused for a moment and continued: "I will assist the country and govern the people in the future to repay the emperor's kindness. We will put the people of Li and the people first, take the country and the country as our responsibilities, and work hard to fulfill our loyalty and virtue."

This is the No. 1 Scholar, who once again expresses his political opinions and official ambitions on behalf of his fellow Jinshi.

Lin Ruhai kept nodding his head. He was able to share the glory with his peers at the most critical moment of his life. Chen Heng, this child, finally lived up to his teachings.

The second place winner Cui Huan and the third place winner Zhao Mingyi both looked at Chen Heng with a subtle look. There is no convention for the top scholar to answer. There were also top scholars in the past who only thought about themselves. It can be said that it is rare to find someone as generous as Chen Heng who does not eat alone. It is also a blessing for their peers.

"Good." Li Zhi smiled and nodded. He was wearing a ceremonial robe today and sitting on the throne. He also admired his vision. There are often good horses, but there are not often good horse trainers. He subconsciously saw Li Xian and Li Jun under the throne. This pair of children and grandchildren were also called here today. It was also Li Zhi's way of telling the centrists in the court that his successors would only be them.

But at the moment, it is not good for the prince to get close to Chen Heng directly. Li Zhi changed his mind and looked at the second place winner and the third place winner.

After that, the dialogue was preceded by Chen Heng's performance. The two of them were similar when they spoke. It is said that when the first phoenix sings, hundreds of birds follow. The weight of the champion lies here.

When the top three scholars finished their dialogue, the ceremonial officer signaled them to express their gratitude and perform the five bows and three kowtows. After this set of rituals, they were officially declared to be the emperor's disciples. It is also okay to say that Li Zhi is their teacher when they go out.

After the prelude of the emperor was over, the ceremonial officer signaled the top three scholars to turn around and leave the hall. They had to walk slower, and the recitation of the second and third places was still going on. However, it was going on very quickly outside, and it would not be sung three times like the top three scholars. When it came to the recitation of the top three scholars, generally only the names and rankings were called out.

When Chen Heng walked to the table where Wei Yinghong was, the new scholars had already arranged their seats. The third scholar walked alone on the right path, and Chen Heng led the second scholar on the left path.

After going down the steps, under the guidance of the guide, Cui Huan, the second place winner, was the head of the left class, and Zhao Mingyi, the third place winner, was the head of the right class. Chen Heng went from the end of the class to the head of the class, and stood alone in front of the Rising Dragon Giant Turtle.

One hundred and forty-nine new Jinshi were divided into two ends, like stars holding the moon, surrounding Chen Heng in front of the stone sculpture. The spring breeze came again, the sun shone in the pavilion, and there was no sound in the quiet place.

The ceremonial officer waiting beside Wei Yinghong took the gold list from his hand and trotted to Chen Heng. The champion took the gold list himself, and then led the Jinshi on both sides to stand up and kowtow to Li Zhi.

This is called "a name on the gold list" and "a leader in the world", which is exactly from here.

After three bows, the chanting officer conveyed the voice of the Golden Palace.

"Stand up."

Then, the imperial edict was heard, "Give the first-class and three-ding officials to tour the imperial city, and the Ministry of Rites and Shuntian Prefecture will accompany them."

Everyone bowed and thanked again.

The music stopped, the whips sounded, and the bells rang.

The emperor withdrew from the court, and all the officials dispersed.

The most exciting parade of officials was just about to begin.

On the central axis of the imperial city, the Fengtian Gate, the Wumen Gate, and the Daming Gate were all open, waiting for the new scholars to pass through in order.

He returned the golden list in his hand to the official of praise, and it would then be pasted under the imperial city by the officials of the Ministry of Rites for the world to look up to. After Chen Heng finished this, Cui Huan, the second place winner, had already come to his side and said, "Chen Zhuangyuan, please lead the way."

Chen Heng nodded, lifted his robe slightly, and led the team on the left to walk forward. It was not until they passed the imperial road that the team of Zhao Mingyi, the third place winner, joined the crowd. The second place winner, the third place winner, and the scholars surrounded the champion, passed the courtyard and the Jinshui Bridge, and arrived in front of the Wumen Gate.

Here, the officials of the Ministry of Rites had set up a colorful tent and were about to invite the champion to change clothes. Fengtian Hall, as the main hall with the highest royal standards, would not allow anyone other than His Majesty to do anything beyond the rules.

"Please change clothes, Chen the champion."

Chen Heng entered the shed, and servants immediately surrounded him. Because he won the champion, Chen Heng's hairpin was silver and gold. He wore a scarlet silk robe and a jade pendant on his waist. He also had a silver wide belt and a pair of black court boots.

After dressing up like this, Chen Heng, who wore a scarlet robe for the first time in his life, once again stood in front of more than a hundred Jinshi wearing blue robes, really standing out from the crowd and leading the trend.

Even among these Jinshi, I don't know if there are one or two people who have the opportunity to wear scarlet belts and jade in this life. The second and third place winners only felt envious at this time. This is a scarlet robe! Only the fourth-rank officials and above have the treatment.

Alas, the ranking is only one or two places away, and the glory is missed, which is really annoying.

The palace servants of the Imperial Horse Administration have already brought a white horse for the champion. With their help, Chen Heng climbed onto the horse quite easily and adjusted his swaying black gauze hat on the golden saddle. A pair of gilded hairpins were swaying up and down, making people look very conspicuous and festive.

The groom who held the reins for Chen Heng winked at the official of the Ministry of Rites. The latter immediately raised his voice and said, "The champion is ordered to show his talents on the imperial street."

The ceremony officially began.

The road in front of the palace gate was still calm before the hustle and bustle. After passing the Daming Gate, the scene of the grand event with a surging crowd appeared before our eyes. Qipan Street was one of the most lively places in the imperial city, and the people of the capital were also curious about the candidates for the champion of the undergraduate program, and the exaggerated flow of people gathered here.

When the Jinwu Guards arrived and blocked the road on both sides, the people who had stopped in front of the golden list and looked around knew that the champion had come out with the Jinshi, and they immediately ran over to take a look at the champion and the third place.

The sound of horse hooves and the sound of the sonata gongs were transmitted to the outside through the palace gate. After a brief period of darkness, we passed the palace gate. The sun was shining brightly in front of us.

The people came forward and exclaimed when they saw Chen Heng's appearance.

"What a handsome champion."

It is said that clothes make the man. According to folk sayings, Chen Heng's appearance is very official. With such a face, coupled with the red robe and court robe, I don't know how many good boys in the world are better than him.

The Ministry of Rites and Shuntian Prefecture rang the gongs all the way to clear the way, protecting the three top candidates to move forward slowly. The young man's youthful and handsome figure made people look again and again.

After seeing the most eye-catching champion, everyone skipped the second place and looked at the third place. Every year when the parade is held, the people are most interested in the appearance of the third place.

Zhao Mingyi is from Henan. He has a strong body, high spirits, and extraordinary style. The second place Cui Huan didn't care. Compared with the Jinshi behind him, he was lucky and proud enough.

Compared with the three people on horseback, the walking Chuanlu Wen Yucai was the most regrettable. It was really just a little bit short, just a little bit. It's a pity and a pity.

Every year, the imperial street praises officials, which is a great scenery in the capital. Not only were the streets full of people, but there were also people standing in the shops on both sides to watch.

It was spring, and when one flower bloomed, hundreds of flowers would bloom. The well-prepared spectators waited for Chen Heng on the golden saddle to pass by, and threw the flowers in their hands to the leading Sandingjia.

When life is happy, you must enjoy it to the fullest. Under the influence of emotions, Chen Heng couldn't help laughing. Although he didn't stretch out his hand, he couldn't resist too many flowers. He only held one or two flowers with his arms, but soon, his arms were filled with branches.

Finally, he looked forward to a thousand colors and fame.

When everyone saw the champion laughing, they were more enthusiastic about throwing flowers. From time to time, someone laughed.

"Champion, look at me, take my flower."

"Champion, take this one, take this one."

Chen Heng had to keep smiling, but he couldn't take more flowers. When they walked a little further, they happened to pass by the second floor of an inn.

Today, regardless of gender, age or status, no one cares about etiquette. Daiyu led her brother Lin Jue to wait here for an unknown period of time. At this moment, she finally saw her lover riding a white horse. She was already unable to show off her feelings and subconsciously took a step forward.

She was not the only one beside her. Xue Ke, Jiang Yuanbai, Liu Xianglian, and Xue Baoqin were all here. In addition to them, Tanchun and Xiangyun were also present.

Speaking of the latter two coming, there is an interesting thing. After Chen Heng passed the imperial examination, Jia Min knew that she had to prepare for her daughter's marriage. Such a big thing must be informed to Mrs. Jia.

This is great, a grandson and a future grandson-in-law, how come they bumped into each other. Mrs. Jia was caught in the middle. When she heard that there was Li Zhi behind Chen Heng as a matchmaker, it was even more difficult to say more. She was worried about how to tell Baoyu about this, and at the same time she had to take into account the dignity of her grandson-in-law.

The two families were going to become relatives after all. Chen Heng was in such an important moment. If no one from the Jia family came, the scene would be unacceptable. But the men in the mansion had no interest in this matter. Jia's mother had no choice but to select Tanchun and Xiangyun to come to support.

Chen Heng didn't notice their figures at first. It was Jiang Yuanbai and Lin Jue, who were bold and thick-skinned, who kept shouting at him, that Chen Heng heard them.

"Hold it! Hold it! We are here."

"Brother-in-law, brother-in-law. Look at me, sister is here."

Lin Jue was the most excited, jumping up and down excitedly. When he thought that his eldest brother would suddenly become a brother-in-law, and a brother-in-law who won six prizes in a row, this kid didn't even care about his sister's shame and shouted directly.

Chen Heng was amused by Lin Jue's brother-in-law, and waved to his relatives and friends, indicating that he had seen them. Daiyu blushed because of her brother, and she didn't know whether to throw away the flowers she had picked in advance.

Lin Jue couldn't sit still and watch her sister make a fool of herself, so she pushed Daiyu forward. Chen Heng saw the flowers in Daiyu's hand and showed his expectation.

Seeing the appearance of her beloved, Daiyu finally got the courage and threw it forward. But she was too weak, and the flowers only floated a short distance in the air before falling straight down. Fortunately, the sky was beautiful, and a breeze suddenly came and blew it towards Chen Heng again.

Chen Heng didn't care about the things in his hand because of the gift from his beloved. He leaned out half of his body on the horse, opened his hands, threw the flowers in his arms behind him, and only tried his best to catch this flower.

Amid the exclamations of the people, Chen Heng happily held Daiyu's flowers. Behind him, the flowers that were originally in his arms fell to the ground like rain, making the ground full of flowers.

With this thing in his hand, Chen Heng never took flowers again.

There is no need to say more about his feelings.

It is easy to get priceless treasures, but it is hard to have a lover. Seeing this, Tanchun and Xiangyun also showed some envy, looking at Daiyu with a slight smile.

The white clouds were sparse and the sky was clear. What a wonderful day.

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The imperial street praise officials, it will not end until they reach the residence of the champion. There are still traces of firecrackers at the door of the Chen family. These festive things will be kept for several days. Xinda and Liu Xianglian are ready to let the neighbors take a good look. They have a champion who has won six consecutive prizes.

When Chen Heng arrived home, he naturally had to thank his parents for raising him. While the conversation in the inner hall continued, Liu Xianglian came to the roof and was alert. He pulled Xinda and said, "Do you think that when Zhixing comes back, he will pass by Ningrong Street?"

"Of course he will." This is the only way to get to the imperial city. Xinda didn't react at first, but then he laughed and said, "You are smart. You should really check out their family situation."

The two of them were looking for answers, and they kept looking outside the house. They waited until Chen Heng finished talking to his parents before coming up with questions.

How could Chen Heng have thought that these two people would still pay attention to this at this time. Unable to stand the two people's constant entanglement, he recalled and said, "They did set off a few strings of firecrackers."

According to the imperial order to praise the official, the wealthy families along the way had to come forward to express their feelings even if they felt uncomfortable. Not only the Jia family, but also the others.

When Liu Xianglian heard this, he wished he was there in person at the time, and even said it was a pity. Xinda was beaming with joy, and the corners of his mouth were about to rise to the sky.

That night, when Chen Qi hugged Gu to sleep. The couple talked on the bed.

"The child's mother..."

"Ah?!"

"You say, our family's ancestral graves will have a few pillars of smoke."

Gu was also speechless and stretched out her hand to push him. It has been so many years, how can I still remember a joke that Heng'er said when he just started studying.

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The court was quite humane and reserved a month's vacation for the new Jinshi. For those who were farther away, the vacation would be extended. Just so that these Jinshi can return home to report to their families, to show that they have returned home in glory and brought honor to their families.

But before they left, the new Jinshi had already pooled money to hold a banquet in a restaurant in the capital, which was considered a class reunion of Dayong. Everyone's friendship was forged and deepened in the comings and goings.

Chen Heng arrived neither too early nor too late, and as soon as he went upstairs, he was surrounded by his classmates. Everyone exchanged greetings and continued to share the joy of the past few days. After a while, the host, Wen Yu, invited Chen Heng to take a seat.

Chen Heng's table was filled with the top ten in the palace examination. The second and third place students sat on the left and right, and the fifth place in the second class, Shen Buyan, Kang Jingsen, Li Mo, Mu Bing, Tang Qian, Sun Zhaoyuan and others sat in order.

Needless to say, the excitement during the banquet was naturally recorded, and a "Classmate Record" was recorded afterwards to commemorate the fate of being in the same year and on the same list. When scholars gather together, they will recite poems and write essays while drinking.

Chen Heng had to write poems in such occasions. If you don't say that you are a talented person, no one will believe you. Chen Heng didn't spoil the fun, and he was in a happy mood, and he pondered slightly.

He was the champion, and he took the lead in writing poems so that everyone could continue to play. Chen Heng didn't let his peers wait too long. After a little thought, he picked up the pen to write poems.

The second place winner Cui Huan was from Chuzhou Prefecture, Zhejiang, which is the Lishui area in later generations. There was a little accent in his voice, which was much better than Sun Zhaoyuan from Guangzhou. The latter's accent was a headache and difficult to understand.

"The first fairy in heaven and on earth, the champion was born today."

Cui Huan took the lead in reading the first sentence, and he applauded Chen Heng's courage. The champion of the same year had such courage, so that everyone could do things in the future. It is normal for those who have won six prizes in a row to be more arrogant. It's boring to be too conventional.

Zhao Mingyi, the third place winner, is from Henan. When he speaks, he speaks in a clear and melodious voice. He read the second half of the sentence aloud: "If I meet him in Penglai, I will laugh at Jia Lang for not getting the whole poem."

After the poem was finished, the people around him cheered in response. The way of poetry is to get a good start. Today is a private gathering, and everyone will not spend a lot of time and effort. Just rely on what you have learned in the past and do it now. When it comes to a major occasion, it is time to take out the carefully crafted poems and make a splash.

After playing for a while, someone asked Chen Heng, "Zhuangyuanlang, who is Jia Lang in your poem?"

"Hahaha." Chen Heng laughed and didn't want to explain more. He just invited Qian Dayou from downstairs and introduced him to his classmates at the table.

Chen Heng played until late at night that day and was able to go home.

After today, he will go back to Yangzhou to discuss the wedding date with the Zhen family. At the same time, he will also invite his grandparents and others to Beijing to prepare for the marriage with the Lin family.

I don’t know if the one-month holiday reserved by the court is enough.

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“What?! Sister Lin is getting married?”

Jia Baoyu suddenly heard the bad news and was stunned on the spot, showing an unbelievable look.

“Second brother Lian, are you lying to me?!”

“Why would I lie to you?” Jia Lian was also in a headache, and seeing Baoyu’s unbearable sadness, he was also surprised: “Do you hate Chen Chixing so much?!”

“I…I…” Jia Baoyu was hesitant to speak, his heart was even more burning with jealousy, his face flushed, and he didn’t say a word for a long time. He did this for a long time, and suddenly shook his body. His eyes went black and he fainted.

Jia Lian jumped up from his seat in fear. My God, what is this?

"Baoyu, Baoyu!!"

"Quickly call the imperial physician, quickly call the imperial physician."

The ignorant servants also shouted outside the house.

"Hurry up, someone, Master Bao has fainted."

Hahahaha, I won't post it early today, let the brothers be happy together. Please vote, please vote.