As a friend, Yun Jinhe naturally hoped that Yao Jinsheng and Sun Tianxiu would achieve good results. Otherwise, all his painstaking efforts would be in vain.
In fact, Murong Qing also contributed greatly to tutoring.
Moreover, her teaching methods were very advanced and flexible. For a particular problem, she could explain it to the two slow learners in a simple and understandable way, allowing them to grasp the essence of problem-solving in a short period.
"Really hope they can pass?"
Yun Jinhe was pacing back and forth, anxious as if he had fire burning in his eyebrows. Suddenly, a voice came from behind him.
Turning around, he saw Yang Jingrui holding a folding fan, looking at Yun Jinhe with a calm expression.
"Young Master Yang?" Yun Jinhe raised his eyebrows, feeling a bit surprised.
Since coming to the Imperial Academy from Bocai Academy, Yun Jinhe had hardly interacted with him. Therefore, Yang Jingrui's sudden approach to strike up a conversation made Jinhe feel very strange.
Yang Jingrui smiled slightly, "If Young Master Yun needs help, I can say a word to my father. It's not difficult to place two students in the Imperial Academy!"
Yun Jinhe: "..."
If he had to pull strings, why wouldn't he go directly to the young crown prince?
Look at how smug you are.
"No need, thank you, Young Master Yang!" Yun Jinhe rolled his eyes inwardly and turned away, not wanting to deal with him.
Yang Jingrui knew that Jinhe was at odds with him, but this did not affect his pursuit of the girl.
"Jinhe, I actually have something else to talk to you about!" Yang Jingrui pondered for a moment and slowly spoke.
Yun Jinhe glanced back at him, frowning, "What is it?"
Seeing the smug look on this kid's face, he knew it wouldn't be anything good.
As expected, Yang Jingrui took out a finely crafted jade flute from his sleeve and handed it to Yun Jinhe. "Jinhe, please help me deliver this flute to Miss Murong. Tell her that the Prime Minister's mansion will be hosting a family banquet in a few days, and I wish to invite her as a guest!"
Yun Jinhe: "..."
Look at this kid, he's still thinking about Murong Qing. He doesn't even ask if the girl likes him, and he's already secretly sending gifts.
Yun Jinhe didn't even look at the flute and sneered, "Since it's a gift prepared by Young Master Yang for Miss Murong, it's best if you deliver it to her yourself. I'm very busy and don't have time to deliver gifts for others."
Yang Jingrui: "???"
Quite temperamental.
Looking at your sarcastic demeanor, you probably already like Miss Murong, right?
"Alright!" Yang Jingrui withdrew the jade flute and chuckled, "Since Young Master Yun is unwilling to help, I won't force it. However, I have a word for Young Master Yun..."
Yun Jinshan narrowed his eyes and remained silent.
Yang Jingrui walked forward a couple of steps, and as he brushed past Yun Jinhe, he smiled faintly, "I can see that you also like Miss Murong. Then let's compete fairly. I'll give you three months. If Miss Murong willingly follows me, you should pack your things and return to your impoverished village early, and don't be an eyesore in front of me..."
Yun Jinhe was struck by lightning upon hearing this, his lungs almost exploding with anger.
He abruptly turned around and glared at Yang Jingrui, "Why should I make a bet with you?"
Relying on his father being the current Prime Minister, he could do whatever he pleased in the Imperial Academy?
Yun Jinhe considered himself to have seen many shameless people, but this was the first time he had encountered such an openly shameless scoundrel as Yang Jingrui.
"Just because I'm confident!"
Yang Jingrui patted his folding fan and said unhurriedly, "In terms of background, status, appearance, and talent, in what aspect can you compare to me? As the saying goes, people strive for higher places and water flows to lower places. I presume Miss Murong wouldn't want to live a life of poverty with you?"
Yun Jinhe: "..."
Where does your confidence come from?
Based on your outrageous remarks just now, Miss Murong wouldn't even bother to acknowledge you.
You're so full of yourself, acting like a monkey.
"Excuse me, Young Master Yang, I don't engage in such boring bets. The classroom is currently in an examination. If Young Master Yang has nothing else, please leave and don't disturb my friends' tests!" Yun Jinhe said indifferently.
It's too disgusting.
Yang Jingrui pouted, "Alright, Young Master Yun, there's a saying, 'reading a script while riding a donkey,' let's wait and see, hum..."
After saying that, he strode away, humming a little tune.
Looking at Yang Jingrui's retreating back, Yun Jinhe's teeth itched with anger, and he really wanted to rush over and beat him up.
Just then, the classroom door was pushed open, and Dean Qian walked out slowly, holding two sets of exam papers.
Seeing this, Yun Jinhe quickly went up to him, "Dean Qian, how did they do on the exam?"
Old Master Yao had great expectations for Yao Jinsheng and Sun Tianxiu. If they failed this time, Yun Jinhe would also lose face.
Dean Qian had a stern face, "I haven't graded the papers yet, how would I know if they did well? Jinhe, you've worked hard during this period. Come to my house for a meal later!"
Now Yun Jinhe and Murong Qing had moved to the Yun Mansion and lived as neighbors to Dean Qian. They could even hitch a ride in his carriage for school every day.
Moreover, Zhao Guihua often mailed some pickles and wild goods to her son. Dean Qian would visit the Yun Mansion whenever he had time, just to satisfy his cravings.
"Alright, student will visit the Dean tonight..." Yun Jinhe cupped his hands in a salute.
He'd also bring some dried mushrooms and dried wood ear fungus, which Dean Qian particularly enjoyed.
Dean Qian grunted, looked around, and seeing no one passing by, leaned closer to Yun Jinhe's ear, "Don't forget to bring some dried pork and dried lamb. Those are great with wine!"
Yun Jinhe: "..."
As expected, his intentions were not just for the meal.
"Student remembers!" Yun Jinhe said with a wry smile.
After Dean Qian left, Yao Jinsheng and Sun Tianxiu walked out of the classroom.
Seeing them with their heads hanging low, Yun Jinhe knew they hadn't done well.
"How was it, were the papers difficult? Were there any questions you couldn't answer?" Yun Jinhe stepped forward and asked.
Yao Jinsheng sighed deeply and looked up at the sky, "Oh heavens, why are there exams in this world? Please show your divine power and burn all the test papers!"
Yun Jinhe: "..."
What is this guy up to?
"Tianxiu, you tell me, how did the exam go?" Yun Jinhe asked Sun Tianxiu.
Sun Tianxiu sighed slightly, "Perhaps my foundation wasn't strong enough, so I found it a bit difficult to answer the questions. However, I am quite confident in the essays I wrote..."
This exam had three subjects in total: mathematics, law, and political theory. Ultimately, only the total score mattered.
Therefore, if one had severe weaknesses in certain subjects but could perform normally in others, they could still pass.
"That's good!" Yun Jinhe smiled slightly, finally relieved.