TFWYH – Chapter 498 The Provincial Examination Begins

Time flew by, and soon it was the day of the provincial examination.

Over the past few days, Jin Lin had been thoroughly “tormented” by Ling Yu all over again.

No one knew whether it was because of what he had said to Tang Wan, or because the provincial exam was more difficult—but Ling Yu had given Jin Lin over fifty pages of predicted exam topics.

When Jin Lin saw that thick stack, he almost dropped to his knees.

But the ones suffering the most were the servants in Jin Lin’s household.

For the past few days, they had been subjected daily to their master’s “devilish voice.”

His throat had gone hoarse from reciting, yet he still hadn’t stopped!

As for Tang Wan, she had already instructed the shopkeeper yesterday to prepare extra dry rations—whatever was both delicious and nutritious.

Early this morning, before dawn, she got up and went downstairs to fetch Ling Yu’s provisions.

When she arrived downstairs, the ranking board had already changed.

Ever since the shopkeeper learned that Ling Yu was the top scorer of the “minor triple crown,” he had specially had a wooden name plaque made and hung up.

Over the past few days, the plaque bearing Ling Yu’s name had risen to the top, and many people were placing bets on him to succeed.

Tang Wan only glanced at it briefly and didn’t bother with it further. She had no intention of gambling.

There was no need—if she really wanted to gamble, she could just take her handsome husband to a gambling house and let him shine there.

Tang Wan went straight to the kitchen.

Though it was still dark, the chefs at Zuixian Tower were already busy.

Some were kneading dough, others were mixing fillings.

It wasn’t just Tang Wan who needed dry rations—other examinees did too.

Since she arrived early, the chefs had only just started working.

By the time the food was ready, it was already daylight.

Each portion of dry rations was packed in an exquisite small wooden box—seven layers per box, each layer enough for one day. It looked elegant and high-end.

Of course, the price was just as “high-end.”

After informing the chefs, Tang Wan took her portion and left.

When she brought the food back to the room, her handsome husband was still asleep.

She quickly prepared a light blanket and thicker clothing for him as well.

It was already winter. Although the capital had relatively mild seasons, it still got cold at night—she couldn’t let him catch a chill.

Only after Tang Wan finished preparing everything did Ling Yu slowly wake up.

Looking at the busy little woman in front of him, Ling Yu’s lips curved slightly upward, his heart filled with satisfaction.

“Husband, you’re awake? Go change first—I’ll bring you some water to wash your face,” Tang Wan said before hurrying off again.

Ling Yu chuckled softly, got up, changed into his Qingshan Academy student uniform, and took his identification plaque.

Tang Wan soon returned, carrying a basin of water. She helped him wash his face, combed his hair, and tied it up…

She was busy like a spinning top.

And yet, a certain “handsome gentleman” thoroughly enjoyed being served by her.

After Tang Wan finished attending to him, she received a loving kiss from him. Only then did the couple head out together.

When they arrived at the examination compound, many scholars were already there waiting.

Before long, Su Yangyu and Xie Wenjie also arrived.

As for Jin Lin, he showed up just in time.

There were dark circles under his eyes, his steps were unsteady, and his voice was hoarse—drawing frequent looks of disdain from the surrounding scholars.

The exam was about to begin, yet he had clearly been out fooling around and ended up in such a state.

What a “talent” indeed!

Jin Lin: …

He felt deeply wronged!

Sure, he used to fool around, but lately he hadn’t touched a woman at all.

This was entirely from memorizing those topics!

Especially when he noticed even Tang Wan looking at him with a meaningful gaze, he couldn’t take it anymore and opened his mouth to explain—

But time was already up.

The gates of the examination compound swung open.