The ghost king and princess of Feng Qingtian

Chapter 191
After the news that this year's chief examiner was appointed by the ghost king, the noisy capital calmed down for a while.In the past, activities such as visiting relatives and friends, asking for information through relationships, etc. have all stopped. In the perception of Moyun people, as long as things meet the ghost king, it means that other than walking according to the ghost king's rules, all other actions are the same. Useless work.That's right, the ghost king has always been honest with his ancestor Zhao's family, let alone the others.Anyone with a little brain knows not to jump around in front of the ghost king, otherwise the ghost king will definitely slap you to death, so it is the best policy to be honest.

It's just that the calm is only on the surface, and there are still many people active in the dark.You must know that for many students, the imperial examination is the gate when the carp leaps over the dragon gate, and if you pass through it, you will flourish and rise to the top.In addition, the official recommendation system, which is a shortcut to promotion for the children of official families, is already in jeopardy, so how could they easily give up this opportunity.

After night fell, there were fewer and fewer pedestrians on the road in the capital. Suddenly, small sedan chairs or carriages appeared on the street and came to the alley at the back door of the Zhou Mansion. Then he came to the study room where the Zhou University scholar usually works.

Master Zhou was sitting on the main seat, and there were already thirty or forty people sitting below. They were all dressed in rich or expensive clothes, but all of them were frowning, and many sighed from time to time.

There was a sound of footsteps, and Yu Shangshu was led in.Nowadays, the two factions of Master Zhou and Yu Shangshu have already reached a temporary truce and agreed to deal with the ghost king. None of them can cope with the explosive combat power, so they can only choose to join forces to fight against the enemy.

After Yu Shangshu came in, he looked at the people around him, and said angrily, "Look at how frustrated you all are, the matter is not over yet, the most important thing is to find a solution."

University scholar Zhou said: "That's right, there is a chance before this matter comes to fruition. I called everyone together today to find a way together. The so-called magic is as high as one foot, and the road is as high as ten feet. There are so many of us who can't deal with it." Is he alone?"

The patriarch of an aristocratic family said: "As long as the ghost king is not the chief examiner, things will turn around. I heard that the ghost king has left the palace since he was a child and has been drifting in the rivers and lakes. His knowledge must be limited..."

"The Eldest Princess has been smart since she was a child, and she has the ability to remember with a photograph. She has already memorized more than half of the books in the Imperial Study Room at the age of five. She has learned a lot in the rivers and lakes. She should have also received the guidance of a wise teacher, and she has learned the truth. , she is no worse than anyone present." Yu Shangshu interrupted this person, how could they not think of such an obvious reason when they went to court, if this is the case, he would have brought it up before the court, and there is no need to wait here.

The patriarch stopped talking, and another said: "The eldest princess is a woman, and there have never been women participating in the imperial examinations. The eldest princess's trip is not in line with the ancestral system."

Master Zhou said indifferently: "There has never been a precedent for a woman to be an official, but she first made great contributions to suppressing the rebellion, and then no one could object to her being crowned king, and then she conquered Yuxue. Women are not allowed to lead soldiers, and now it is said that she is a woman and cannot be the chief examiner, what are you doing?"

Everyone fell silent again.Yu Shangshu said: "It seems that it is not feasible to make decisions from the ghost king. Her position as the examiner has been determined, and it is not so easy to change. Now we have to think about how to make the children in the family get the gold list. The most important thing."

A minister sighed: "As long as the ghost king is around, it will be inconvenient for us to do anything."

Yu Shangshu said: "It's just inconvenient, but it doesn't mean it can't be done."

Hearing what he said, everyone was shocked. Does that mean there is still something to be done?Seeing that everyone was in good spirits, Yu Shangshu smiled mysteriously and waved to everyone. Dozens of heads gathered together, and a conspiracy was brewing.

Yun Yuhong was lying in Bai Ziyu's arms, whispering.Bai Ziyu had a rare day of relaxation today. After having dinner with Yun Yuhong at night, he played with Lele for a while, until Lele was tired and carried to sleep, and the two sat down to chat.

Yun Yuhong complained for a while that Bai Ziyu had left her out in the cold and made her a bitter wife, and after being coaxed by Bai Ziyu, she couldn't help feeling better.Hooking Bai Ziyu's neck, Yun Yuhong smiled and said, "A few days ago, when I made such an appearance in Chaoshang, I would probably be regarded as a thorn in the side of many people. In fact, Father intends to let you be the chief examiner, so I robbed you." Are you not unhappy?"

Bai Ziyu hugged Yun Yuhong tightly and said, "Of course not. In fact, if you don't show up, I may not be able to compete for Zhou University."

Yun Yuhong nodded, took Bai Ziyu's hand and said, "I don't know anything about scientific examinations. I don't know what to do or what to pay attention to. Master Bai, do you have any good suggestions?"

Bai Ziyu thought for a while, "Speaking of the experience of this scientific examination, neither I nor Patriarch Yi have any experience. If it is not done well, it will really let Zhou University and others take advantage of the loopholes. In this way, I will go to see Qin tomorrow. University scholar, he has been an official in Moyun for many years, I heard that he also presided over a scientific examination before, let him give you some advice, or simply let him help you, do you think so?"

Yun Yuhong nodded and said: "It would be the best to have the help of Master Qin, and it would be best if he could help me grade the papers. To be honest, I regret it when I think about the countless test papers I have to read in a few days. I didn't think much about being the chief examiner."

Bai Ziyu laughed, Hong'er sometimes lacked some patience, especially when it came to simple and repetitive things that seemed boring, she couldn't sit still for an hour.It was really difficult for her to mark the examination papers.But you have to know that this grading is a very important part, and the main examiner must participate and even make a decision, and no one else can help with this matter.

Fortunately, Yun Yuhong only complained and didn't expect others to do anything for her. Instead, she continued: "The officials in Moyun have long been occupied by the children of the aristocratic family, and they are already very stupid. Now there is an urgent need for a group of courageous and insightful people." Newcomers to replace them. Once they are replaced, Mo Yun’s officialdom will be clear for 20 years, but it is not easy to act on these people. We still have many difficulties in the road ahead. Externally, the threat of the Three Kingdoms is still there. Domestically, Zhou University Scholars and Yu Shangshu are still deeply rooted, Yulang, we really need to work hard for a few more years."

Bai Ziyu nodded and said, "I know, but if you think about it, the current Mo Yun is much better than before. As long as we give us time, Mo Yun will definitely get better."

Yun Yuhong also nodded and said: "So, I hope they will definitely move this time, even if it's only Zhou Dashi or Yu Shangshu alone. They have been quiet for too long, and they will definitely take action this time."

As the night grew darker, people walked out of Zhou Mansion to go home, only Yu Shangshu walked to a secluded tea house.When he got inside, Yu Shangshu gave a salute to the dark place and said, "I've finished everything tonight, and we'll see the result later."

In the dark, a deep voice came, "Very well, although the ghost king has intervened in this matter, but fortunately it is still within the controllable range, we must pay attention in the future, be careful."

Yu Shangshu said respectfully: "Yes, I will pay attention."

There was no sound coming from the dark place, Yu Shangshu gave another salute, and retreated from the room.

Not long after he left, a figure jumped down from the dark place. After searching around the house, there was no one there. The person who came could only jump to the roof again and looked down from a height, but still found nothing.The black shadow jumped away a few times, and only pulled off the mask when it reached a distance. Under the moonlight, a young and thin face was exactly that of a cheapskate.He took off his night clothes and packed a bag on his back, and walked towards Ghost King's Mansion.

When passing by a dark alley, there were two faint voices calling for help. The cheapskate walked in curiously. Two 30-year-old men in brocade clothes were grabbing a woman. One of them was covering her mouth. A man is tearing off a woman's clothes.On the ground, a little maid had fallen in a pool of blood.The stingy ghost immediately understood what was going on, stepped forward and shouted: "Stop, the capital is important, even the emperor's feet dare to commit murder, do you want to die?"

The appearance of the cheapskate startled the two of them, but they did not let go. The one who was undressing turned around and said fiercely to the cheapskate: "You really have the guts to seek death. Since you are here, don't go away." It's gone." Saying that, he drew out his knife and slashed at the cheapskate.

The cheapskate frowned. Although this man was dressed like a kid from a rich family, he was more like a man from a quack. Usually, rich kids don't carry knives and are surrounded by evil servants. They are usually too cruel to be silenced if someone finds out. However, since the master came to the capital, people in the world will be more or less scruples about the power of the master and will not cause trouble in the capital, and some will even avoid it. These two people are a bit strange.

The knife quickly reached the chest of the cheapskate. The cheapskate took a step back, dodged it, and then struck the chest of the person who came by with his palm.The two exchanged four or five moves, and the cheapskate was even more amazed, this guy is good at martial arts, he should be famous in the world, but why would he want to come to the capital to cause trouble?Of course, this person's martial arts are good, but he is still inferior to the cheapskate. After more than a dozen moves, the cheapskate slapped him down with one palm, and the cheapskate tapped his acupoints.

Seeing that his companion had been captured, the other man pulled out a very wide knife and slashed at the cheapskate.I don't know this man, but this knife is very famous in Jianghu. There are two bullies in Zeyu who like to use a broad knife. When fighting the enemy, they like to split people in half. Two people?But how did it come to Moyun?

The cheapskate had a guess in his mind, but his men didn't show mercy. After more than a dozen moves, he also put the man down at his feet, and then he turned to look at the woman lying on the ground. Seeing that, the cheapskate smiled. This is another old man. acquaintance.

(End of this chapter)