Chapter 717: Chapter 717 Capital Examination

Translator: Dragon Boat Translation Editor: Dragon Boat Translation

Finally, it was the Empress Ceremony. Sun Miaoke became the Empress, and Gu Wanning received the t.i.tle of Consort Xian.

Needless to say, after the two of them dressed up, they looked much more dignified and beautiful.

Perhaps because she was tired, Sun Miaokes delivery came early, and she gave birth to a daughter that night.

The next day, Zhou Ying was stunned when she received the news. Sun Miaoke was only eight months pregnant. A premature birth

Thinking of this, she glanced into the palace. The child was a little thin and weak, and Sun Miaoke had obviously suffered a lot as well; her small face had turned green.

Fortunately, the mother and daughter were safe, and Zhou Ying retreated.

During breakfast, Zhou Ying saw Gu Chengrui smiling from ear to ear. She asked, Whats up? Whats the good news?

Gu Chengrui then told her about the Emperors decision. Twelve days later, all the officials in the Ming Dynasty would have to pay their respects to the Mother G.o.d.

He said, This time, Mother G.o.d is completely established in the country. Itll be difficult to forget her in the future.

Zhou Ying was not very happy after hearing that, as she would have to give the new Emperor a gift.

What do you think I should give him? Zhou Ying asked.

Gu Chengrui paused when he heard that. It was obvious that he had never thought that she would return the gift.

Thats right. The new Emperor had ascended the throne and brought so many people to pay their respects to her. She had to show her grat.i.tude.

After pondering for a moment, he replied, Why dont you give corn seeds to the north and rice seeds to the south?

If we solve the food shortage as soon as possible, people will believe in Mother G.o.d more.

Thats a decent idea. But if I give out seeds, your position as the agriculture minister wont be of much use.

Its okay. I didnt want to be an official in the first place. Gu Chengrui said.

Alright, then its settled.

As the capital examination was the next day, Zhou Ying did not go out again. Instead, she prepared some food for Gu Chenglin.

She prepared meat pies, instant noodles, steamed buns, and braised eggs.

After cooking them, she froze them and gave them to Gu Chenglin, telling him how to cook and eat them later.

Thank you so much, sister-in-law. With these things, I dont have to eat only steamed buns anymore. Gu Chenglin took it and smiled.

Its good that you like it. When you leave, bring a few pears with you in case you get heaty.

Alright, Ill do that. Gu Chenglin nodded.

When he was about to head off to the examination hall the next day, Gu Chengrui personally sent him off and checked whether he had the necessary items, such as brushes, ink, papers, and inkstones.

When they arrived at the entrance of the examination hall, Gu Chengrui saw his nervous expression and patted his head with a smile. Youre already good for your young age. How old are you? If you cant get in, just take the exam three years later. Dont take it too seriously.

Remember, dont bother about anyone else after you enter. Dont be in a hurry, and calm down first.

Wait until youve completely calmed down before you answer the questions.

Gu Chenglin looked up at him. Ill try my best. You can go back. Ill go in now.

Go ahead. Gu Chengrui smiled and waved at him. After watching Gu Chenglin pa.s.s the inspection, he turned around and walked back.

Over the next three days, the husband and wife went to their two newly bought manors. After making arrangements for them, they immediately rushed back.

Just as they reached the entrance of the examination hall, the examination had completely ended. Gu Chengrui immediately got out of the carriage and walked over.

After a while, Gu Chenglin walked out with his head down.

Gu Chengrui smiled. Not bad. You didnt lose weight. Youre in good shape.

Cousin, why dont you ask me how I did?

No matter how the exam went, its already a foregone conclusion.

Why dont we have a good meal and have a good sleep at night? Then, we can happily wait for the results. Didnt I say it before? Youre still young, so you dont have to hurry. Gu Chengrui said..