Disguised as a man: Watch me create a new dynasty

Chapter 137: The provincial examination is over, and the Yan family changes

"Oh! My answer sheet! My hard work!" A student's desperate cry was heard not far away, his voice full of pain and despair.

"Why is God so unfair? I have studied hard for ten years, and all of this is ruined!"

"Damn rain! Why does it fall at this time?" another student complained angrily.

"I just wrote the key part of this article, but it was completely ruined by the rain!"

Yan Nansheng sat up and heard the crying and complaints of students all around.

"It's over, it's over, everything is over! How can I pass the provincial examination with such illegible handwriting!" A student beat his chest and stamped his feet, his tears flowing with the rain.

"Why am I so unlucky? I have worked so hard to prepare for so long, but still suffer such a disaster!" Someone else burst into tears, and the sound sounded particularly miserable in the rain.

Yan Nansheng looked over and saw many unprepared students frantically trying to save their answer sheets that were wet by the rain.

Their faces were filled with fear and helplessness. The originally clear handwriting on the answer sheets in their hands became blurred by the rain, just like their shattered dreams.

After a while, the officials hurried over to deal with the matter.

They calmed the students while checking the damage. Yan Nansheng felt a little relieved when he saw the busy figures of the officials.

After confirming that the situation was under control, Yan Nansheng lay down again, listening to the sound of rain outside, with a lot of thoughts in his mind.

She was glad that she had listened to her great uncle and made preparations in advance, but she also felt sorry for those students who had encountered misfortune.

On this stormy night, Yan Nansheng slowly fell asleep again with mixed feelings.

The second round of the provincial examination placed more emphasis on practical application and comprehensive analysis capabilities.

The essay question usually expresses views and opinions on social phenomena, political issues or academic topics of the time, requiring candidates to have keen insight and profound analytical skills.

The five judgments involve judging and deciding some specific cases or situations, testing the candidates' legal awareness and ability to make fair judgments.

In addition, the imperial edicts, imperial decrees, and memorials require candidates to be proficient in the writing standards and techniques of different styles of writing and be able to write official documents that meet the requirements of the court.

The third round mainly consists of five questions on classics, history and current affairs.

Candidates need to use the accumulated knowledge of classics and history to evaluate and summarize historical events and figures and draw lessons from them.

At the same time, it proposes response strategies and solutions to current affairs and government affairs, demonstrating concern for social realities and the ability to solve practical problems.

This exam has high requirements on the breadth and depth of candidates' knowledge and sensitivity to current affairs.

In short, the three examinations of the provincial examination covered many aspects such as classical theory, practical application, historical summary and current affairs response, comprehensively examining the candidates' knowledge, thinking and problem-solving ability.

When the third test paper was handed out, everyone stared with bated breath, lost in thought.

Yan Nansheng only took a quick glance at the question and already had a clear idea in his mind.

She narrowed her eyes slightly, a hint of sharpness and certainty flashed in her eyes, then she calmly picked up the brush on the table and gently dipped it in the inkstone.

When Yan Nansheng picked up the pen, his fingers were as steady as a rock and his wrist moved flexibly.

The tip of the pen lightly touches the rice paper, like a nimble dancer dancing on the stage.

She frowned slightly from time to time and paused for a moment, as if she was choosing her words.

Sometimes the corners of his mouth rise, a confident light appears in his eyes, and the words from his pen pour out like a spring.

She wrote: "A gentleman puts virtue and behavior first and has the world in his heart. His virtue is like the breeze, sweeping away the filth of the world; his behavior is like the warm sun, warming the coldness of people's hearts. The prosperity of the country depends on the guidance and responsibility of gentlemen."

Yan Nansheng's writing is fluent and powerful, and her handwriting is dignified and beautiful. Every word seems to contain her profound learning and firm belief.

While other students were still struggling to figure out how to solve the problem, Yan Nansheng had already begun his discussion fluently.

"The virtue of a gentleman lies in self-cultivation, family management, governance of the country, and peace in the world. Cultivate oneself to rectify one's mind, regulate one's family to reconcile one's relatives, govern the country to make the people at ease, and bring peace to the world to benefit the masses."

She quoted from classics, from the teachings of Confucius and Mencius to the deeds of famous officials throughout the ages, to explain the importance of the gentleman's way to the prosperity of the country.

"In the past, there was Fan Gong, who worried before enjoying himself and had the world in his heart; there was also Bao Gong, who was fair and honest and spoke for the people. They are all role models of gentlemen and have made immortal contributions to the prosperity of their country."

Yan Nansheng occasionally raised his head slightly, as if recalling the glorious deeds of those great men.

Sometimes his eyes were focused on the paper, his pen tip moved rapidly, and his expression was solemn and devoted.

She continued, "Today's world also needs the spirit of a gentleman. We should base ourselves on honesty, be kind, and be brave. In the face of difficulties, we should not retreat; in the face of temptation, we should not waver; in the face of responsibility, we should not evade. Only in this way can we achieve personal virtue and promote the prosperity of our country."

At this moment, the examination room was silent, with only the rustling sound of Yan Nansheng's pen on the paper.

Her thoughts flowed like a torrent of water, and every point was explained vividly without any sense of stagnation.

"So, the way of a gentleman is the foundation for the prosperity of our country. We should hold ourselves to the standards of a gentleman and work tirelessly to achieve the prosperity of our country."

Yan Nansheng paused and wrote the last word. She gently put down the pen, a satisfied smile appeared on her face, and she breathed a sigh of relief. She finally finished writing.

At this time, some other students had just solved the problem, while others were still scratching their heads and thinking hard.

Yan Nansheng's speed in answering the questions was like a shining pearl, particularly dazzling in this examination room.

When the bell rang to signal the end of the exam, Yan Nansheng stood up calmly and handed in his perfect answer sheet.

The moment she walked out of the examination room, the sunlight shone on him, as if foreshadowing his brilliant future.

On the day when the provincial examination ended, the entrance to the Imperial Examination Hall was crowded with people and it was extremely lively.

The Yan family came in a grand procession. Old Man Yan, looking energetic, walked in the front, followed closely by Mrs. Zhang and several aunts. They all stood beside the carriage, looking forward to it.

Many people from the side branches also came, and the Yan family's display was truly eye-catching.

Old Master Xu stood beside Old Master Yan, his eyes slowly sweeping over the current members of the Yan family.

They were all dressed appropriately, behaved gracefully, and their faces were filled with confidence and composure.

Old Master Xu was filled with emotion, and his thoughts drifted back to the past.

When I first met these Yan family members, their eyes were full of cowardice and inferiority, and they acted timidly.

Only a few people dared to come up to him and talk to him, while the others kept their heads down and dared not look at him.

Now, under Sheng'er's careful training, they have grown into such a noble family!

How could such a Yan family not prosper?

Mr. Xu's eyes were full of relief.