"If the other party is of the sa background as Yan Sanlang, then Yan Sanlang would certainly pass the imperial examination. But if it’s that young scholar from a family who is not officials, then Zhou Wulang would definitely succeed." So children of noble families, who hold themselves in high regard and disdain reading such popular novels, looked down on the book.
With those words spoken, the scholars who were eagerly discussing fell silent in an instant.
Their keenness to express their views sparked by the book was imdiately thwarted by this comnt, which indeed carried so truth.
Chen Run picked up his fan and tapped his palm: "Brother Qi, by saying this, do you an Zhou Wulang definitely succeeds?"
"Brother Chen, I didn’t say that," Qi Yuan, a descendant of the Qi family, had always been irked by Chu Heng, his grandfather’s political adversary in court. Especially since Chu Heng has succeeded every ti, his position becoming increasingly stable, and the favor he received from the emperor was unmatched by the Qi family.
Though Qi Yuan tried his best to disguise his displeasure, his words always revealed a hint of it.
"Hmm, then I must have misunderstood," Chen Run did not continue the topic.
Although the two regarded each other as rivals ordinarily, neither was foolish. Qi Yuan knew Chen Run’s remark was intentionally suggesting that the novel was spread by the Chu family shop, implying the author would naturally be biased towards Chu Heng.
Considering Chu Heng’s background as from families who are not officials, this was indirectly hinting at the current conflict between children of noble families and those of families who are not officials.
Both were not foolish, they certainly wouldn’t dare to bring up this topic themselves.
Of course, this didn’t an they wouldn’t privately stir up the issue, perhaps to create so trouble for the Chu family.
Speaking of which.
After Chen Run and Qi Yuan paused in their dispute.
Other scholars, privately, couldn’t help but be drawn to the novel’s content, often ending up debating and arguing over it.
Especially in guessing who would pass the imperial examination and beco an official, many scholars relished in it tirelessly.
And while "The Imperial Examination Path" was circulating among the scholars, enjoying great popularity.
So rumors began to slowly erge.
Saying the novel was deliberately praising young scholars from families who are not officials and belittling those from noble families.
Thus, it was connected to Chu Heng.
anwhile.
Ye Muyu was in the bathhouse reviewing the ledger.
Su i entered quickly and reported the situation.
The reason she could get the news so fast was because Ye Muyu had asked people to keep an eye on these scholars and watch the public opinion from the start.
No matter when, public opinion is a very fierce thing.
It can harm or assist, all depends on who’s leading it.
"Lady, so have started mocking the master, while so young scholars from families who are not officials, highly praise him."
Ye Muyu wasn’t worried at all, she smiled calmly: "It’s within my expectations. We needn’t rush. When the new Chapter is out tomorrow, their remarks today will have no basis."
"You’ve worked hard. Tomorrow is the thirteenth, better go back for now. Tomorrow with the wedding, things might get busy." Ye Muyu said with a smile: "Congratulations on your upcoming marriage."
"Thank you, Lady." Su i’s face blushed a little; looking at Ye Muyu, her eyes showed gratitude and affection: "Lady, I’ve arranged for Su Lan and the others to temporarily take over my duties."
"Go get married in peace, there’s not much to do at the residence right now. You shouldn’t worry; this is a once-in-a-lifeti event, finally on leave, don’t foolishly rush back." Ye Muyu advised.
Su i chuckled softly, helplessly smiling: "Lady, you’re the only one who dislikes how diligent I am. eting you is truly fortunate."
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