boyutpedia Chapter 259 Palace Examination (1)
Chapter 259 Palace Examination (1)
After the fifteenth day of the first lunar month, people throughout the imperial city began to get busy preparing for the new year.
On the seventh day of February, the weather gradually warmed up.
Yu Hui walked around the yard, and after feeling a little warmer, she went back to the bedroom to continue reading.
After looking for a while, she raised her head somewhat absentmindedly and looked at the lush apricot tree outside the window.
It hasn't bloomed yet, but it will probably bloom soon.
In the blink of an eye, she has lived here for more than half a month, and tomorrow is the time to enter the imperial examination.
Because she was worried about arriving too late, all the accommodation near the Imperial Examination Hall was rented out, so Yu Hui set off on the third day of the first lunar month.
Those who were able to take part in the imperial examination were all Juren, and those who had the title of Juren usually escaped poverty.
So when she set out, Yu Hui came by carriage. When she arrived at the imperial city, she was lucky enough to rent this courtyard not far from the Imperial Examination Hall.
Next, I began to calm down and study.
She was extremely lucky, as last year was the year when Enke was launched, which gave her another chance.
In August of the previous year, she took part in the provincial examination for the second time, but unfortunately she still failed to make the list.
Normally, if you fail the provincial examination, you will have to wait another three years.
Just when she was preparing for the next battle, in the second year, that is, last year when the world was unified, Yun Zhi ordered the opening of a special examination, and added a special examination to the provincial examination that year.
It was also in that year that Yu Hui successfully passed the exam.
In the year when the world was unified, Yun Zhi announced that the imperial examination would be held for three consecutive years.
Because it was too late last year, they simply added a provincial examination that year.
This year is the year of the regular examinations of the metropolitan and palace examinations. If nothing unexpected happens, the provincial examinations should be added this year as well. Next year, when the provincial examinations are the regular ones, the special examinations of the metropolitan and palace examinations will be added.
The Enke examination is different from the regular examination. The regular examination is for selecting officials.
The Enke was held to celebrate major events such as the emperor's accession to the throne, wedding, personal rule, birthday, etc. It was also a means to appease the people and win over talented people.
The provincial examination, metropolitan examination, and palace examination were all held every three years, which was a long time interval.
If an ennobled examination is held in a certain year, it means that there is one more opportunity for the provincial and metropolitan examinations that year, which is an additional imperial examination.
Yunzhi has been offering the Enke exam for three consecutive years, which means that the exam that was originally held once every three years has been changed to once a year, greatly increasing the chances of success.
Compared with the regular examination, the examination content of the Enke is different. There will be more content, and the number of admissions is also different. The number of admissions for the regular examination is limited, while the number of admissions for the Enke is based on the emperor's edict.
The treatment is also different. Those who are admitted through the regular examination will usually be awarded an official position, while those who are admitted through the special examination may be awarded an official position, or may just be given some honorary titles or rewards.
The time is also different. The time for the regular exam is fixed, while the time for the enrolment exam is decided at the last minute.
The regular examination will be held at a fixed time, from February 9th to February 17th.
It lasts for nine days and six nights, and you need to arrive one day in advance, which is the eighth day of the second lunar month.
Yu Hui let out a breath, looked away, and looked at the bundle placed on the table beside her.
She reached out and took out a letter that had obviously been carefully preserved by its owner.
This letter was the reply she received after she wrote to Lu Qing to inform him that she had passed the imperial examination.
The letter was filled with Lu Qing's words of happiness and congratulations for her. At the end of the letter, Lu Qing asked her not to forget the agreement between them.
Yu Hui stroked the letter paper with care. In the blink of an eye, she and Qingqing had been separated for more than four years.
Qingqing already has more than four years of experience as an official, while she has only been a juren for half a year.
She folded the letter in half and slowly held it against her chest.
"Qingqing, wait for me. We will meet each other in our best attitudes. See you at the summit."
After reading the letter, Yu Hui's restless heart calmed down.
After putting the letter away safely, Yu Hui opened the book again and continued to review the knowledge.
The sun outside the window gradually rose to its highest point, and the sunlight that had just been shining in slowly retreated to the rear.
After an unknown amount of time, there was a knock on the door from outside. "Miss, lunch is ready."
"Okay, I'll be right there." After packing everything up, Yu Hui walked out of the room.
Day two.
Before dawn, Yu Hui set off for the Imperial Examination Hall in a carriage.
By the time I came out, it was already February 17th.
Yu Hui rubbed her dizzy head, went back, washed up simply, ate something, and went to bed.
When I woke up, it was already bright daylight.
"Cui'er, what time is it now?" Yu Hui stretched and felt relaxed all over.
"My lady, it is now the hour of Si."
"It's so late, no wonder the sky is so bright."
As she spoke, she sat up, dressed herself, walked out of the room and took a deep breath of fresh air.
"It's finally over, Cui'er, let's go and visit the Imperial City. This is my first time here. I was too busy reviewing before and didn't have time, but now I finally have time to go and take a look. This Imperial City is like heaven on earth. It would be a pity if we don't take a good look around when we come here." Yu Hui said excitedly.
For this imperial examination, she had done everything she should have done and tried her best, and the rest was up to fate.
Now it was time for her to have some fun.
April 20th, the day before the palace examination.
The apricot blossoms in the imperial city have been blooming for a month. They are white and very beautiful.
royal palace.
"Your Majesty, tomorrow is the time for the palace examination. Please select the officials who will read the papers." said the Minister of Rites.
As he spoke, he took out a list of the Grand Secretaries, the six ministers, the vice ministers, the left censor-in-chief, and the cabinet scholars.
Looking at the list he took out, Yun Zhi was stunned for a moment. She was so busy that she almost forgot that tomorrow was the palace examination.
"Send it over."
"Yes, Your Majesty."
Yun Zhi glanced through the list and said, "You can leave first. I will inform you after I confirm it."
"Yes, I will retire."
After the Minister of Rites left, Yun Zhi placed the memorial in his hand aside and said, "Please ask Prime Minister Liu to come over."
The female official beside her responded and then turned and left.
After a while, Liu Anruo walked in.
When she was about to salute, Yun Zhi quickly stopped her, "No need to salute."
Seeing Yun Zhi's nervous look, Liu Anruo was somewhat helpless, "Your Majesty, I am truly fine."
"Really?"
Liu Anruo nodded affirmatively, "Really!"
In fact, Liu Anruo was the most considerate and thoughtful minister Yun Zhi had ever met.
Just like now, she has to calculate the time precisely when she gets pregnant and gives birth.
It is now the middle and late fourth month of the lunar calendar. She found out a day or two ago that she is more than a month pregnant. The time for her to give birth will be around the New Year, so it won't delay too many things.
After the confinement period, it will be the end of January or the beginning of February in the lunar calendar. At that time, she will be able to continue to serve the country and His Majesty.
After learning that Liu Anruo was pregnant, Yun Zhi advised her to have a good rest and even said that she would not demote or dismiss her, but she rejected them all sternly.
Liu Anruo, feeling somewhat uncomfortable under Yun Zhi's gaze, coughed lightly and asked, "Your Majesty, why did you summon me here this time?"
Yun Zhi shook her head helplessly, knowing that she had made up her mind, so she didn't mention it anymore.
She picked up the list sent by the Minister of Rites and said, "I called you here to discuss the selection of the next examiner."
Liu Anruo's expression straightened up. "Tomorrow is the palace examination, and we should definitely decide on the examiners."
As she spoke, she walked forward, looked down at the list, and expressed her opinions appropriately.
As dusk fell, the emperor finally selected eight people, including two grand secretaries and six ministers from the six ministries, to review the papers.