
Who Knew I'd Top the Imperial Exams?
谁料皇榜中状元
- Status
- Completed
- Length
- 215k Words
- Genre
- Danmei (BL)
- Updated
- 2y ago
- Source
- JJWXC
Synopsis
In booklists 10
Memorable Moments for Re-Reading
Search keywords for finding stories
Archive of Books I've Read
Picked out a few books that left a strong impression on me.
I’ve Always Loved Old-School Danmei
Push-and-pull romance and over-the-top melodrama are the best.
Cultivation, Historical Danmei
Some danmei with cultivation or ancient settings
My Personal Taste Recommendations
Infinite flow / modern supernatural / showbiz / cultivation / historical danmei, etc.
Palace Intrigue
Definitely not focused on romance. I just can't stand all the heartache and tragic love anymore.
Palace Intrigue 8
Farming
BL Novels I’ve Finished
Keeping track of the danmei I've finished. I'm picky about prose and narrative style. I like historical danmei and fluffy sweet stories, but not school settings, farming stories, childbirth, or infinite flow. I forget them as soon as I finish
A Mix of Authors
I’m familiar with most of the well-known ones, so I left them out. I added a few just for show, then picked some others I vaguely remember. I’ve been reading for a long time, so look them up yourselves.
Long Live the Plot
Some novels with fantastic plots. I’ll always love stories about shouldering the fate of all living things.
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Reader comments 35
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A few details that struck me as extremely particular (containing spoilers) 1. Lian Hua's yellowed Spring and Autumn Annals was given to him by Xu Youwen. It appears many times, symbolizing the innocent heart; 2. Although the dynasty was arrogant, the system was rigorous and the textual research was meticulous, showing the profound changes that took place in the imperial examination during the Tang and Song Dynasties. In the end, Lian Hua did not become a general or a prime minister, and the number one scholar in the examination was only a sixth-rank civil servant. However, in historical reality, new scholars are generally awarded seven or eight grades, and starting with six grades already reflects the selection of talents; 3. Li Qi asked Huang and Han before going to Zhihai. Huang Qihe expressed his loyalty straightforwardly, so he was promoted later. Han Shuanghong was hesitant and prudent to protect his own safety, but later he was flat. This shows that Li Qi has an emperor's mind. He only needs one person to do one thing. He trusts and delegates authority to the people he employs, while he manages and protects him from a high place. This kind of personality charm is extremely attractive and conquering, and he is destined to win the world. 4. As a descendant of a noble family (the direct grandson of Zhu Guo), Xiao Cen served as prime minister. It was a classic ideal career of hard work, boss and family background. In contrast, Lian Hua did not have such a smooth life, but because of this, looking back at the beginning of the hell mode, it further highlights Lian Hua's outstanding personal abilities and his untainted character. 5. The fan that Li Jingwu gave to Lian Hua hinted at the fate of a good death in the end; 6. Master Yanming's fortune-telling for Li Qi refers to the calamity in which he finally launches a coup and ascends the throne; There are quite a few more, so let me comment on these points first. There are many things worth recalling in this large article. Starting from Peony Qinjian, every article is a work of art.
Lian Hua took the No. 1 Exam for the third time. He had the calmness of knowing the world but pity the grass and green trees, and the profound momentum to face the ideals of life. Li Qi's demeanor was always graceful, not deliberately cold, but with a distant attitude. The two people have gone the farthest on their own paths and met in the most beautiful way. The king is a wise king and the minister is a wise minister. Behind the ultimate romanticism is the long journey they have walked together. Looking forward to hearing about the wedding banquet, the number one scholar will wear a red robe, hat, hairpin, flowers, and spend the full moon with the prince.
This is the most interesting book I have read in the past two years. I would venture to mention "The World Is Lucky to Know Paintings". Both books are profound. It can be seen that the author has a solid foundation in historical materials and can withstand careful consideration. In recent years, the trend of Jinjiang Golden List articles has been to be straightforward, frivolous, and refreshing, with fewer and fewer serious dramas. I am not criticizing this trend. The tension and hardships of real life will naturally make readers prefer to derive happiness from novels. This is understandable. But if all authors follow the trend, Jinjiang novels will only become more homogeneous. Therefore, I can see that there are still authors who insist on their own preferences and ideas. After reading it heartily, I feel even more moved. I hope that the author will not be sad for the temporary popularity, and the rough jade will eventually be revealed to the world.
Have you ever been moved by Zhou Zixiao?
It's so beautiful, the plot is interlocking, and the emotional lines are very natural. Lian Hua's affection for Li Qi arose bit by bit. There was no such clear boundary, and he never officially admitted it. However, as Li Qi's character was revealed bit by bit in the later period, his admiration could be felt. Li Qi is also really good to Lian Hua. He has absolute trust and unconditional protection. He is very calm and determined, and he will always do it. Love between adults is like this, romantic but also restrained, slow and steady.
It is a good comment to restrain oneself and one's mind, and then retire with success. It is also a true reflection of the character of a scholar. He assisted Li Qi to realize his ideals and ambitions, not to seek future glory, so when Li Qi seized the throne, his posture was actually to retreat. Even if he retreated, he still provided important information at critical moments, but always maintained restraint and never wavered in his mood of reading. This is probably the meaning of his last words to Du Junxin - if you can still read quietly in the hustle and bustle, you are not far from the right path in the world.
Throw flowers! It can be seen that the wife has profound literary literacy, is particular about word choice and sentence making, and is well-organized in the officialdom system. The whole story is told in a leisurely manner, and the writing and plot progression are very smooth. Nowadays, there are very few authors in Jinjiang who write a story seriously. My wife is such a breath of fresh air. Come on, I look forward to more new works from my wife!
Why doesn't Lian Hua like living in the palace hahahaha
The story is really novel, and the writing style is a rare one that maintains the same level from beginning to end. It can promote the plot and shape the characters very well, making it very interesting to watch. The sad thing is that Lian Hua's high-spirited youth could only be spent behind the scenes in the dark. As Li Qi's adviser, he could do many things that people in the officialdom could not do, but the only thing he couldn't do was to stand on the stage openly. He missed the best years of his youth. It was a pity. The scene of the top three high school students in the end was really wonderfully written. The calm and gentle breeze under the blooming flowers was touching.