A Top Scholar From A Humble Background.

Summary

At just 10 years old, Shen Xi gained notoriety in the Tingzhou imperial examination, being the only candidate called first, which led to ridicule from peers who doubted his talent. Despite mockery, Shen Xi remained unfazed, supported by his friend Su Tong. Shen Xi cleverly countered a mocker's taunts, turning the laughter back on them. As discussions shifted to Wu Sheng Yu, an illegitimate child from an official family, Shen Xi reflected on social hierarchies. Amidst the crowd awaiting examination results, Shen Xi displayed calmness, contrasting with his anxious peers, revealing a deeper understanding of the examination's pressures and expectations.

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