Chapter 4:
Muniang's interest was piqued when she heard about the imperial examination. Following the gaze of the noblewoman who had spoken, she saw Lady Feng indeed smiling radiantly as she repeatedly said, "Lady Jin is making fun of me. My little boy hardly ever studies diligently; he merely muddled through with some ink. He's entering the examination merely to try his luck. As for the outcome, we'll have to leave that to fate."
Although her words were modest, Muniang sensed an unwavering confidence in Lady Feng's smile, suggesting that Mr. Feng Rui was no ordinary character. Muniang didn't look down upon the scholarly pursuits of these noblemen's sons. Normally, they have a higher chance of passing compared to commonfolk because wealthy families can provide the best educational resources. Moreover, being in the elegant Daqian Dynasty, even the sons of affluent families would carry a bit of literary grace, if only to elevate their status.
