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The Cold Door Hero

Chapter 124: Competition for Rankings (Part 1). [123]



Summary

Ouyang Xun, the chief examiner, recognizes Li Yan Qing's exceptional exam paper and praises its profound content and elegant presentation. Despite Guo Bai Song's skepticism about Li Yan Qing's strategy essay on the Jurchens, Ouyang defends it as insightful and deserving of the top rank. Guo Bai Song, seeking to promote his own candidates, pressures Ouyang to consider Zheng Rong Tai and Zhao Yu Shu's papers, which he views as contenders for the top scholar title. Ouyang, aware of the political connections and bribery involved, critiques Zheng Rong Tai's paper for its mediocrity and errors, insisting on adhering to examination protocols. Meanwhile, candidates await the results, with Zhao Yu Shu, feeling insecure about his performance, plotting revenge against Li Yan Qing for a past grievance.

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