A Top Scholar From A Humble Background.

Summary

The parade of the top scholar is a grand event where the emperor announces the names of the top scholars in the Golden Hall. Following this, the champion and other successful candidates express gratitude to the emperor and return home. The event includes a banquet and various ceremonies, culminating in the end of March. Shen Xi, the top scholar, has an additional task of tracking stolen grains mixed with official shipments. His classmates visit to congratulate him, seeking to build connections for future opportunities. Shen Xi agrees to share his manuscript for publication, while also dealing with the complexities of a banquet invitation from Duke Shouning, who may have ulterior motives related to the grain theft. The situation is tense, as Shen Xi must navigate these political waters carefully.

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