Chang Xhong brought Gu Sheng to find Jiang Zhu and the others. Jiang Zhu and Mu Fan were excitedly chatting about something. When Jiang Zhu saw his uncle, he said, "We passed the imperial examination."
They had an advantage; they could listen to their grandfather talk about court politics, and having heard so much, they were not nervous during the palace examination. They even quoted a few sentences from their grandfather, and unexpectedly, they both passed the examination. Jiang Zhu thought he would only become an associate degree holder.
Chang Xhong also laughed, "It is a great occasion."
Jiang Zhu asked Gu Sheng, "Mr. Gu, are you the top scorer?"
Gu Sheng shook his head, "Third-rank Scholar."
Jiang Zhu was momentarily surprised, but then thought it was normal. Who said the top scholar must be the top scorer? "Congratulations."
Gu Sheng returned the gesture, "Congratulations to you as well."
