A master of metaphysics is farming.

Chapter 160 Release of List

The red string passed through my hand and gradually formed a knot.

Tonight, everyone gathered together, even Qi Xin, who rarely appears, sat around, while several girls were knitting and knotting.

After the last red rope was woven, Xiang He lifted the rope buckle and looked at it.

"It's done!"

Jiang Xinyue's eyes lit up, and she pulled Xiang Huiying to her feet. "Come on, let's go prepare some late-night snacks. We're going to have a good meal tonight!"

Xiang Huiying blinked. "Are you hungry again?"

"Have you forgotten that the results will be out tomorrow? We're all so excited, how can we sleep!"

As he spoke, he pushed Xiang Huiying's shoulder, half-forcibly leading her to the kitchen.

"Xin Yue really went to great lengths to keep this a secret for you."

Xiang He placed the Taoist robe on a small table, then placed the peace buckle on the robe. In front of the peace buckle was an item for attracting wealth, and a new incense burner was also prepared.

She lit the incense and candles. "She's had a hard time, so don't say anything. I'm about to begin."

Smoke rose from the kitchen, and the chanting of scriptures echoed from outside the courtyard, adding a unique atmosphere to the night.

He Sui watched quietly, her hands moving gently as she used a vermilion brush to lightly trace lines on each object before applying vermilion.

Her technique seemed to change slightly until the last safety knot.

As soon as he finished speaking and put down his pen, Xiang He deducted points from Ping An's account for the group, and Xing Ji and Zhu Nan immediately wrapped the points around their waists.

Wang Rongxing looked at it for a long time as if it were a precious treasure, "Thank you so much, He Yatou!"

Even happier than him was Qi Xin, who said, "Thank you, Miss Xiang."

"polite."

Xiang He picked up the last one and handed it to He Sui'an, saying, "Here you go."

In her hand was a safety buckle with added variations. He Sui'an reached out and took it, asking, "Why is the technique different?"

"You noticed all of that?" Xiang He folded his Taoist robe. "You've been busy investigating cases lately. If something like today happens again, this will be even more powerful."

"Why are they different now..."

Wang Rongxing pouted, somewhat dissatisfied. Xiang He reached out and patted him on the back, "You're already being kind by not taking your money, and you're still complaining?"

"Yes, yes, thank you for your blessing, He'er."

Xiang He was too lazy to argue with him, so she got up and stretched. Just then, Xiang Huiying and Jiang Xinyue came out carrying a clay pot.

She could tell what she had cooked just by sniffing the air. "Looks like I made some sweet soup. I'll eat it and then get a good night's sleep."

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The morning breeze was cool, and Xiang He got up early, with a black crow perched on her shoulder.

Just as I stepped into the kitchen, He Sui'an appeared outside the door, "So early."

He went inside to help set up the firewood and Xiang He washed the large pot. "Everyone's up early, they must be up too, just waiting to see the results."

"What's so interesting about it? It's just the announcement of results."

As he said this, Xiang He kicked his shoe with her toe, "I care about you, don't I?"

“I was just joking,” He Suian added fuel to the fire, his eyes growing increasingly heated. “Would you be disappointed if I didn’t make the list?”

His hand paused for a moment, but he quickly resumed his normal movements.

"So you're disappointed? Anyway, you're still young. You can climb to the top again in three years, it'll just take longer."

He Sui'an patted his clothes and stood up, saying, "I don't have many three-year periods left, I must pass the exam this year."

"Don't worry, I believe in you."

She smiled and nodded before him; the bright morning sun perfectly complemented her radiant complexion. The moment their eyes met, He Sui'an's eyes softened deeply.

"You two are up so early? I thought I was the first one here!"

A crisp voice broke the tranquility. Xiang He lowered her head and ladled water from the pot. "You're up early too. Are they up yet?"

"I'll be there in a bit." Jiang Xinyue rolled up her sleeves and got to work. "Let's have something simple for breakfast so we can get there earlier to wait for the results."

"Don't rush, there will be a lot of people, we won't be able to squeeze through."

Besides the students, there were also ordinary people who loved to join in the fun, so the examination hall was soon packed with people.

"Give me the spoon, He'er, go and pick the vegetables."

Xiang He handed her the spoon, turned around and went out into the outer courtyard. He picked some fresh green vegetables, and a white blob jumped out. He hadn't expected the rabbit to wake up so early.

She put the vegetables in the basket and picked up the rabbit, saying, "Why has it been so naughty lately? It keeps sneaking out to nibble on the vegetable leaves."

The rabbit was still chewing on a leaf of vegetable, and its beautiful ruby ​​eyes twitched, as if in response to Xiang He's complaint.

After placing the rabbit down, Jinghua Shuiyue began feeding the red fruit again.

Everyone gathered outside the courtyard, eating and chatting until they were full and tidied up, then they all went out together.

The two carriages headed towards the Imperial Examination Hall.

As soon as I got off the carriage, I heard a sweet voice calling out "Happy New Year" from afar.

Tang Yixue ran over, her face flushed, lifting her skirt. "Cousin!" she said, smiling at Xiang He. "Miss Xiang is here too."

"Ah."

Jiang Xinyue, holding Xiang He's hand, narrowed her eyes and immediately saw through the young lady's behavior.

She didn't say anything, but simply pulled Xiang He towards the east wall.

He Suian followed, and the group was filled with excitement, but Xiang He and He Suian remained calm.

Tang Yixue kept talking to He Suian, who only responded politely for a few minutes until the gong sounded. She finally stopped talking and stood on tiptoe to look ahead.

"My cousin will definitely pass the high school entrance exam!"

No sooner had the words been spoken than someone in front said a few words and then posted the list.

Many students squeezed in, searching for their names on a sheet of paper filled with pages.

Some people walked out with a dejected look on their faces after they were eliminated, their eyes vacant and they didn't look at anyone.

He Suian stepped to the side and blocked the person from Xiang He's way.

This small gesture was commonplace for Xiang He, but it made Tang Yixue uncomfortable, and she pouted.

Her thoughts were obvious, which pleased Jiang Xinyue. Anyone with eyes could see that her daughter He had a very good relationship with her husband, and how could a cousin like her interfere?

"I'm hit! I'm hit!"

Suddenly a loud shout rang out, and Jiang Xinyue looked up to see Qi Xin had squeezed in and was jumping for joy in front of the list.

Jiang Xinyue immediately raised her hand and shouted, "Young Master Qi is amazing!"

She grabbed Xiang He's wrist and tried to squeeze into the crowd. He Suian stretched out her hand and secretly pushed the others aside. The group successfully reached the front.

Xiang He looked at the spot Qi Xin was pointing to. He had been accepted as a tribute student, which meant he had taken a step up in the ranks.

Moving my gaze to the far left, the first thing I saw was He Sui'an's name.

A faint smile appeared on his face. "No wonder you were so determined to win. You easily took first place. Congratulations, He Huiyuan."

She looked up and her gaze met He Suian's gentle eyes; they exchanged a knowing smile.

"I only knew I would pass the list, I never thought I would win the top prize."

“Arrogant,” Xiang He said, turning and walking away from the crowd. “I’ve finished looking, let’s go.”

This wonderful news brought joy to everyone who had been anxious all morning, and they all shared their happy news.

Xiang He and He Suian were also talking, but Tang Yixue was alone and didn't know who to talk to, so she could only quietly follow along without being able to get a word in edgewise.

A sense of desolation settled over my heart, yet I was unwilling to accept it.

The group walked out of the crowd. Xiang Huiying pulled Xiang He, wanting to say something, but saw her suddenly stop, look up in confusion, and follow her gaze.

Xiang He and He Sui'an looked in the same direction, where a person stood with his hands behind his back, his face gentle but his eyes cold.

Tang Yixue's expression changed drastically, and the man said calmly, "Father wants to see you."