Chang Xhong's success as the top scholar drew more attention to him. Zhou Shuren feared his youngest son would be schemed against, warning him of the Duke of Yongan's household.
Zhou Shuren did not believe that his presence would ensure peace, as many lose their sanity in the face of interests.
Chang Xhong was very obedient, leaving home once to check the results and never leaving again. He turned down all invitations with the ready excuse that he was preparing for the palace examination, and no one dared to disturb him, fearing that it would cause Marquis Zhou's household to miss out on the top scorer title resulting in grudges.
Zhulan also learned about Yang Xiu from Chang Xhong's mouth. This time, Yang Xiu struggled to get the fifth place and was her son's competitor.
That day, Chang Yi was off duty at home and came to the main hall after breakfast to talk with his mother.
Zhulan asked, "I heard your father say the Ministry of Rites has drafted a list?"
