Generals of the Great Song Dynasty.

Summary

In this chapter, over a hundred elite students from the Six Arts Academy participate in the imperial examination, facing unexpected challenges due to higher-ups suppressing their acceptance. Zeng Bu reveals that the authorities want to limit the number of students from the academy, causing concern among the students. Zhang Dun reassures them about his connection to Wang Banchan, easing their worries. As the examination unfolds, political maneuvering occurs behind the scenes, particularly involving Wen Yan Bo, who seeks to undermine the Six Arts Academy by promoting Wang An Shi as the chief examiner, believing he will favor his own faction. However, Wang An Shi is determined to conduct a fair examination, rejecting papers that do not meet his standards, regardless of their quality. Ultimately, 388 candidates are accepted, with 106 from the Liu Yi Academy, establishing its reputation as a leading educational institution. Despite the success, the students fail to arrive for a celebratory gathering, leading to tension as Wang Ning An learns that they have all been arrested.

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