The end of the world begins with the king

Chapter 541
In Yuanyang city, in the evening, Nancheng.

In a small courtyard in Nanjiaofang, a young man is holding a book in his left hand and pushing a stone mill in his right hand.

The stone mill is small and can be pushed with one hand to grind wheat grains into flour.

"Yuanqing, why don't you read while you're working?" A passing neighbor asked with a smile.

Now the sun has set, and those who have worked outside have returned home.

"Sir, you need to study more!" Huang Yuanqing raised his head and replied.

"In two days, you will be an official. What are you doing reading this book?"

"I heard from your mother that you won the first place in the exam again, so you must be a high official!"

In the eyes of these neighbors, since Huang Yuanqing is going to be a high-ranking official, there is no need to study hard.

Huang Yuanqing replied with a smile: "Uncles, to be an official is to be an official, and to go to school is to go to school!"

Ordinary people cannot listen to these principles.

But Huang Yuanqing is kind and has a good relationship with his neighbors, so no one says he is pedantic.

"Okay, okay, let's not disturb Yuanqing, let's go home..."

"Haha, I've been hungry for a long time, and I don't know if the mother-in-law has cooked..."

"Yuanqing, let's go back first..."

Huang Yuanqing hurriedly said: "All uncles, go slowly!"

It was also after everyone left that an old woman walked out of the kitchen in the yard, and this person was Huang Yuanqing's mother.

"Yuanqing, it's time to eat!"

"Okay!" Huang Yuanqing responded immediately.

Then, without wasting any time, he simply cleaned up the millstone, and then went home with his books.

Today's dinner is richer than before.

In addition to gruel and steamed buns, there are two side dishes.

"Mom... why do you have to do so much!"

Mrs. Huang Zhang replied: "You graduate tomorrow, and my son will be an official. Mother is happy!"

"Our grandparents were all diggers. You have been smart and eager to learn since you were a child. The neighbors say you are a Wenqu star. Now you are finally a glorious ancestor!"

"But no matter you are a high official, your mother wants you to remember, don't forget the suffering you have suffered!"

Upon hearing this, Huang Yuanqing said seriously: "My son will never forget!"

"My lord gave you the opportunity to become an official, so don't try to be a power, let alone bully the common people, otherwise mother won't recognize you!"

Speaking of this, Huang Zhang wiped her tears and said: "If the county master had a little bit of support back then, your father, your eldest brother and your second sister would not have died in vain!"

Huang Yuanqing never forgot the inside story of that year, the bloody feud of that year.

Their family was originally a semi-owner farmer in Jingdong. Ten years ago, a guest from the host’s house came to visit. He suspected that Huang Yuanqing’s brother and sister had stolen the Jade Buddha.

Huang Yuanqing's father came to the door to argue, but was also seriously injured, and eventually died.

Huang Yuanqing was only eight years old back then, but the scene of the tragic death of his relatives was still deeply in his mind.

"Jianzhang villain, my son will never forget it!" Huang Yuanqing's eyes showed a cold light.

At this moment, if his classmates saw the look in his eyes, it would definitely overturn their impression of Huang Yuanqing.

"Unfortunately... I still don't know who this person is!"

That's right, under the obstruction of the master's master Ye County Yamen, they didn't even know the identity of their enemy, only that their name had the word Jianzhang.

Poor orphans and widowed mothers, they can't even maintain their lives, how can they rely on the clues of these two words to find their enemies and take revenge.

After so many years, the world has changed drastically. Although the hatred is still unforgettable, the desire for revenge has diminished.

Wiping away the tears, Huang Zhang quickly said: "It's a great day, don't talk about these unhappy things!"

"Let's eat!"

"Yes!"

Just as Huang Yuanqing was picking up vegetables for his mother, shouts rang out from outside the house.

"Is Xuezi Huang at home?"

"Who called me? What's the matter?"

The person outside replied: "Master Ji Shanzheng sent a villain to pass on a message, saying that he has something important to explain to you, and asks you to go to his house now!"

Ji Shanzheng, Liu Changqing, also has the identity of the head of the School of Lizheng, Huang Yuanqing's mentor, and for him, he has the grace of reinvention.

Huang Zhang also knew about this.

So she immediately urged her son: "Since Mr. is looking for you, hurry up!"

Huang Yuanqing didn't dare to be negligent, and immediately stood up and said, "Mother, you don't have to wait for me, I'll go first!"

After saying that, Huang Yuanqing put on his coat and shoes and socks, opened the door and plunged into the cold wind.

Huang Yuanqing lives in the south city, while Liu Changqing lives in the north city, six or seven miles away.

Fortunately, Liu Changqing moved out of the family area of ​​the palace, otherwise it would be very troublesome for Huang Yuanqing to see him.

When Huang Yuanqing came to Liu's house, night had already fallen.

When they came to Liu's study, the master and apprentice sat opposite each other.

Liu Qingshan looked at Huang Yuanqing like a carver appreciating his own work.

It was Huang Yuanqing who spoke first: "Master called the students over, what instruction do you have?"

Liu Qingshan picked up the water glass and said, "Your Highness is back today!"

Huang Yuanqing listened carefully, he expected that the teacher would call him over, and he would never just talk about this matter.

"Today Zhou Changshi went to see His Highness to discuss the graduation ceremony tomorrow..."

"After reviewing the process, Your Highness specially added one at the end!"

Seeing that Huang Yuanqing was listening carefully without any eagerness, Liu Qingshan was extremely satisfied.

At this moment, Liu Qingshan couldn't help thinking, if he had Huang Yuanqing's determination when he was young, he might have another life.

But if Liu Qingshan knew what crimes Huang Yuanqing had suffered, he would never envy his ability, no one would be willing to bear such a bloody feud.

Of course, Liu Qingshan's thoughts disappeared in a flash, and he continued: "His Royal Highness ordered that after the graduation ceremony, Yu Jinshen will meet the top six students of the school in the main hall, and will be awarded official positions according to their on-the-spot questions. !"

According to the initial setting of Lizheng Xuetang, after graduation, students are not appointed as officials, but officials.

Those with good grades will be assigned to various institutes of the Changshi Division, and those with poor grades will be assigned to various prefectures and counties.

Now according to what Liu Qingshan said, the top six will be awarded official positions, which is a big step ahead of other students in their official career.

A total of 60 people graduated in this round, and only six of them were selected as officials, which is truly one in ten.

"According to Zhou Changshi's intention, besides the county magistrate...may also have the post of magistrate!"

These words shocked Huang Yuanqing even more.

Whether it is the officials of the Changshi Division or the magistrates of the counties below, they are already much faster than others.

But if it is a magistrate, the official rank is higher, which is completely beyond Huang Yuanqing's cognition.

I only heard Liu Qingshan continue to say: "These news will be announced tomorrow. Zhou Changshi asked me to greet you in advance, which shows that he attaches great importance to you!"

But Huang Yuanqing asked: "But if this is the case, is it unfair to others?"

"Although it's a little unfair, it's not an exaggeration. Your Highness didn't say no rumors are allowed!"

Speaking of this, Liu Qingshan picked up his teacup and said, "You have to know, those children from rich families have better admission conditions than you, isn't that fair to you?"

Having said that, Huang Yuanqing always felt a little uncomfortable, but he didn't argue with Liu Qingshan.

Seeing that Huang Yuanqing was still pensive, Liu Qingshan explained: "What kind of person is Zhou Changshi, even he is willing to give you convenience? Why do you bother to trouble yourself?"

Huang Yuanqing naturally admired Zhou Chengping's character, so he didn't say any more.

After taking a sip of hot tea and feeling his body warmer, Huang Yuanqing said, "Do you have a good study of the court performance I gave you earlier?"

"Students always look through it!"

"That's good, you must deal with it well tomorrow, don't let me down!"

"Students must do their best!"

At this moment, Huang Yuanqing is already in his heart, enjoying the situation of tomorrow's court.

For him, Huang Yuanqing, to have the opportunity to enter the palace and be summoned by King Yong, this will be the biggest turning point in his life.

(End of this chapter)