A Top Scholar From A Humble Background.

Summary

The provincial examination in Shuntian Prefecture faced a scandal when Shen Xi, the chief examiner, confidently asserted that a top candidate's paper had been swapped. Despite skepticism from officials like Tang Ying and Jin Gui, Shen Xi's photographic memory allowed him to recite the correct answers, confirming the paper's illegitimacy. As tensions rose, Tang Ying attempted to leverage connections with the Shou Ning Hou residence to sway Shen Xi, but he remained resolute about maintaining fairness in the examination process. Ultimately, after replacing the compromised papers, Shen Xi ensured the integrity of the examination results, prioritizing justice for deserving candidates.

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