The terror of self-discipline.
Time flew by in a flash. Soon, Zhao Jing and the others received the examination permits issued by the Academic Administration Office, allowing them to participate in the upcoming Provincial Examination.
This was a paper certificate printed with the candidate's name, native place, age, three generations of family history, and personal information such as height and appearance, all stamped with an official seal.
Because the information recorded was so detailed, the certificate served, to a certain extent, to prevent cheating by substitution.
With their permits in hand, Zhao Jing and De'an returned to the prefectural school once more.
This time, they did not return from the school until the second day of the eighth month.
They spent the few remaining days at home, either reviewing their studies or preparing the necessary items for the Provincial Examination.
