Zhang Yue wanted to be more casual, so he smiled and said: "Zhang is late, please forgive me."

Everyone laughed, and Zhang Yue said: "Today, Sanlang became the number one scholar, and I have just paid my respects to the ancestral tablet. Now the most important thing is to thank my brother and sister-in-law."

Zhang Shi and Yu Shi both smiled and said, "I don't dare to take it seriously."

Everyone pushed them to sit down and brought a futon. Zhang Yue immediately knelt down and saluted the two of them.

Zhang Yu thought to himself that he had the longest seniority among the Zhang family present.

He thought it would be his turn next, but Zhang Yue said: "Thank you for your kindness."

Immediately, Zhang Yue thought of the names of Chen Xiang, Zhang Youzhi, Guo Xuexu, etc. and worshiped them in vain. He also enshrined Ma Zhijiao of Taixue and worshiped again.

Zhang Yu was ignored.

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Then Zhang Yue entertained the guests, Ouyang Fa came with his younger brother Ouyang Pei, Zeng Gong came, Lin Xi came, Wang Anguo came, Lu Huiqing also arrived...

Su Shi and Su Che also arrived.

After Su Shi and Su Che retired to study, Su Shi and Zhang Yue met two or three times. Su Shi liked Zhang Yue's seals and thought they were very exquisite and ingenious, so he came to collect Zhaiwen and Zhang Yue customized two seals, one for himself. , one for his younger brother.

After going back and forth, Zhang Yue and Su Shi also had contacts.

Zhang Yue was very happy to see Su Shi and Su Che coming.

Su Shi smiled and said: "Du Zhi congratulates you."

Zhang Yue's face was full of joy and he said: "Brother Zizhan, brother Ziyou, it's really great that you can come here."

Su Shi smiled and said, "I'm here to apologize to you."

Zhang Yue asked: "Brother Zizhan, why did you say this?"

Su Che on the side also smiled, and Su Shi said with a smile: "In the past, when Zi Ping was the number one scholar, I told people that Zi Ping's talent has not been matched by anyone for a hundred years. Now that I have measured it, do you think I made a mistake in saying this?"

Zhang Yue said with a smile: "Brother Zizhan is serious, I will still ask Xian Kunzhong for advice in the future."

Su Shi smiled and said: "I don't dare to take it anymore. The Pucheng Zhang family has become the leader twice in four years. I really admire you and my younger brother."

Su Zhe also said: "I read the article about brother Du's imperial examination. He is really talented."

Zhang Yue smiled and said: "I heard that you two are going to Dakeda this time?"

Su Shi and Su Che both nodded. Zhang Yue said: "I heard that when Fu Gong (Fu Bi) and Han Gong (Han Qi) first visited the farm, Uncle Mu Xiu said to them: "Jinshi is not enough to fully utilize the talent of a son. We should be famous for our great science."

"Now that Xian Kunzhong is gone, I will be in awe of him."

Zhang Yue told a story about Fu Bi. When Fu Bi was taking the imperial examination, the examiner said that just passing the imperial examination was not enough to make him famous. He had to take major subjects (systematic subjects).

But Fu Bi had already become a Jinshi and went to serve as a local official. As a result, Fan Zhongyan immediately sent people to chase Fu Bi and said that if there is a big department in Beijing, please come back as soon as possible.

After Fu Bi returned to Beijing, he said to Fan Zhongyan, "I have never learned how to take the college entrance examination."

Fan Zhongyan said, I and other officials have recommended you to the emperor, and I have prepared a room full of texts for you. You can go and learn.

As a result, Fu Bi really passed the major exam. By the way, he was introduced by Fan Zhongyan and married the daughter of Prime Minister Yan Shu.

Zhang Yue said this because he meant that if Su Shi and Su Che were to take the Dake exam this time, if they had an outstanding ranking, they would still be above his own title of No. 1 Scholar.

After all, in the Northern Song Dynasty, there were tens of thousands of Jinshi, but there were only about forty in major majors, and only one person entered the third class in major majors.

Su Shi smiled and said: "They were all recommended by Duke Han, Duke Ouyang and Duke Yang. I and my brother-in-law don't dare to resign, so I just gave it a try."

The three of them were chatting and laughing, and Zhang Yue quickly pulled Zhang Qiu over to recommend him to the Ersu brothers.

Of course Zhangqiu had heard of Ersu's name and had learned from their articles, so he had a look of admiration on his face.

Su Shi was very affectionate and fond of Zhangqiu and said: "Duzhi, your nephew has the potential to be a civil servant. I am afraid that your Zhang family will produce a third number one scholar in the future."

Zhang Yue smiled and said: "Don't praise me, Xi'er, without saying hello to you two."

Zhang Qiu bowed as he was told. Seeing that Zhang Qiu was sensible and well-behaved, Su Shi immediately took off a mutton-fat jade pendant from his waist and placed it in his hand.

Zhang Yue said quickly: "Brother Zizhan, it's too precious. This is something you have worn for many years. You can't do it, you can't do it."

Su Shi smiled and said: "How can I accept this call of uncle in vain? Besides, your nephew and I see that we are in love, so don't refuse."

Su Che smiled and took off the jade pendant from his waist and put it in Zhang Qiu's hand.

This gift is quite big.

What else could Zhang Yue say, but he could only tell Zhang Qiu to accept the two jade pendants because the boss was so generous and generous.

Su Shi and Su Che sat down briefly and then left. Zhang Yue immediately went out to see him off.

As for Zhang Yu, he was always watching. As soon as Zhang Yue left, he immediately spoke to Zhang Qiu, and his attitude suddenly became extremely cordial and enthusiastic. Zhang Qiu was unable to react to this change in attitude.

Zhang Yue sent Su Shi and Su Che out of the door. Su Shi suddenly asked Zhang Yue, "Does Du Zhi intend to go to a major university?"

Zhang Yue was stunned and said: "That's not what I meant."

Su Shi said: "That's right. I have never heard of a number one scholar going to a major university. His articles and classical skills can be regarded as a model for the world. If you don't go to a major university, it will be a pity for the world."

Su Zhe said: "Brother, I have no other intentions. I just respect your talent."

Zhang Yue smiled and said: "I understand that it is rare to have a close friend in life. Thank you Xian Kunzhong for taking him so seriously."

Before parting, the three of them reluctantly spoke to each other again, showing a sense of sympathy for each other.

In the end, Su Che helped Su Shi get into the car. When they met just now, he always followed his brother's lead and treated him with respect. Zhang Yue couldn't help but sigh that the relationship between the two brothers was really good.

The night breeze was slightly cool, and Zhang Yue watched as the carriage of the Su brothers disappeared into the streets of Bianjing.

After the Su Shi brothers left, Zhang Yue sent other congratulators out.

Zeng Gong came with his younger brother Zeng Zhao. When Zeng Gong went out, he suddenly asked: "Du Zhi, I think my nephew is smart and steady, and he will not be a thing in the pond in the future."

Zhang Yue was stunned and thought to himself, are you here to congratulate me or to see my nephew?

Zhang Yue said: "Editor Zeng was so complimentary."

Zeng Gong smiled and said: "I think people are not wrong. I wonder if my nephew has promised to marry me?"

Zhang Yue's heart was like ten thousand sheep running past him and he said: "Not yet, I want to study for a few more years before discussing."

Zhang Yue thought to himself, is it possible? Are you attracted to Zhang Qiu again?

Zeng Gong said with a smile: "Don't discuss marriage before you have passed the imperial examination. I can see that my nephew has a bright future. Now he is still content with the imperial examination. Arranging a marriage now will be an insult to him."

Zhang Yue thought that it turned out that he had misunderstood Zeng Gong.

"Thank you very much for the editor Zeng's words. I will tell my brother and sister-in-law right now."

Zeng Gong nodded and said: "Very good. You really didn't disappoint me, Duzhi. I'll take my leave."

After saying this, Zeng Gong said goodbye to Zhang Yue.

Zeng Gong looked at Zhang Yue and hesitated to speak. He was optimistic about Zhang Yue first. Unfortunately, the two of them did not meet each other in the end, but he could not change his appreciation for this young man no matter what.

Zhang Yue looked at Zeng Gong and left with a little regret.

Others said goodbye one after another.

Everyone was very happy to see that Zhang Yue was proud but not arrogant. Such a serious temper was a sign of great talent. When they were leaving, everyone couldn't help but praise him.

At the end of the day, Zhang Yu, Yang Shi, Huang Haoqian, Huang Haoyi, Wu Anshi and other family members were left.

Wu Anshi and Zhang Shi were having a good chat, and Yang and Yu were talking arm in arm.

Huang Haoqian, Su Shi and Su Che were Jinshi scholars in the same year, and they had a good friendship. When the Su brothers came just now, they had a chat.

Huang Haoqian's son Huang Shi also came to congratulate him today.

Finally, a banquet was set up at home, and all the relatives came and sat down to have wine together. Zhang Shi and Zhang Yue invited Guo Lin to be invited. After Guo Lin arrived, everyone started the banquet.

Zhang Yue drank several drinks and became extremely drunk, so he went back to his room to sleep.

On the way back to my room, I felt that the night was dark and the bamboo shadows were fluttering. As I walked on the path, I felt that I had a chance to reflect for a moment. The joy of winning the top prize finally calmed down little by little in my heart.

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When the moon reaches its zenith, the day will pass like this.

No matter how proud you are in life, will it be like today?

Zhang Yue thought of this and pushed the door open. He found a man lying on the floor with his back stretched out and fell into a deep sleep.

That night Zhang Yue fell asleep for a long time, not knowing whether the dream was true or false, as if yesterday's No. 1 scholarship was just a dream.

After sleeping until dawn, Zhang Yue opened his eyes and saw green bamboo leaning against the window, with the breeze blowing. Thinking of yesterday's events, he couldn't help but feel as unreal as a fleeting glimpse.

Zhang Yue didn't confirm it until his eyes fell on the official hat and green robe.
Chapter completed!