Anning, being pregnant, naturally couldn't witness Xiao Yuan's glorious moment becoming the top scorer.
However, Mrs. Xiao and Mr. Xiao had already reserved a room at their own tavern, where they spent the day waiting to see.
It was not until evening that they returned home with Xiao Yuan.
It was only then that Anning heard about Prince Su's involvement from Xiao Yuan.
She also realized how Xiao Yuan had achieved his title as top scorer.
Xiao Yuan was overly confident, thinking he earned the title purely on his merits and that Prince Su was just a like-minded person, without giving it much thought.
But in her heart, Anning knew exactly what Xiao Yuan was capable of.
If Xiao Yuan hadn't run into Prince Su, and if he hadn't impressed him with his boastful talks capturing Prince Su's interest, Prince Su would not have sent someone to escort him to the exam hall.
