But don't think that passing the Imperial Examination means everything is fine. Once Gu Chengyu enters the court, he will realize the cruelty of court politics. Events like those involving Wan Xue Nian can only be blamed on his own carelessness. Yu Zheng scoffed inwardly and shifted his gaze elsewhere.
By the time the sun had set, Gu Chengyu had finished transcribing his exam paper, and the Emperor had long since left Baohe Hall.
It was widely known among the later examinees that the Emperor lingered behind Gu Chengyu. They envied the attention Gu Chengyu received. After Xia Qing sought a conversation with Min Feng last time, he became much calmer.
Even though he knew the Emperor was satisfied with Gu Chengyu's exam paper, he did not lose heart and remained focused on his paper.
