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Chapter 99 The Demon-Exorcising Brand, A High Monk at Kongshan Temple!

Yuanxing was extremely nervous and could hardly sit still.

The demon-exorcising brand of Kongshan Temple only exists in legends; Yuanxing has never seen anyone use it.

Firstly, this mark is extremely difficult to master; only those with great wisdom and innate talent can even begin to acquire it.

Secondly, demons only exist in legends, and Yuanxing has never seen a demon, so there is naturally no place for this mark to be used.

But now, both of these impossibilities have come true!

Someone branded Hu Youniang with an exorcising mark.

This serves as a marker, informing the believers of the nearby Kongshan Temple:

This woman is a demon; be careful.

If given the chance, kill him immediately!

The appearance of the demon-exorcising mark means that there is a high-ranking monk from Kongshan Temple nearby.

Or perhaps it was a peerless high monk who was able to use this mark!

Yuanxing is no match for this person.

He was a taboo in Kongshan Temple. Although he was not a traitor, everyone in Kongshan Temple despised him.

If they knew that he had successfully used the Soul Transfer Technique and taken over Jiang Nianyue's body...

They'll probably take him down and deal with him according to the sect rules!

Mei Xingyue noticed Yuanxing's unease and asked in a low voice, "Xiaoyue, what's wrong? Are you feeling unwell?"

This youngest son had suffered at the hands of Zhou Wei before, and although his broken hands and feet miraculously healed, his teeth also slowly grew back.

But Mei Xingyue favored her youngest son and was particularly concerned about him!

Yuanxing shook her head: "Mother, I'm fine."

Looking at Mei Xingyue's face and Hu Youniang hiding in the crowd, Yuanxing suddenly had an idea!

His original plan was to have Mei Xingyue make a high-profile appearance and recognize the Crown Prince.

Therefore, Mei Xingyue was dressed in an ethereal and stunning manner today, her white dress making her look like a fairy.

Wearing a cloak and veil is to maintain an air of mystery!

However, Yuanxing also knew that without special events to assist him, no matter how perfectly he arranged things, Mei Xingyue's appearance would be difficult to achieve the desired result.

But now that Hu Youniang is here, things are different!

Hu Youniang was simply the best stepping stone for Mei Xingyue.

Goddess and demon, the perfect contrast!

Thinking of this, Yuanxing's breathing became rapid, and her initial fear turned into eagerness.

If he could help Mei Xingyue become the Crown Princess, he could exchange for treasures in the points system.

At that time, no high monk from Kongshan Temple could be his match!

"Very good. Regardless of who this nameless monk is, he has inadvertently helped me."

"Now that we have discovered this demon, we must make the most of it."

Hu Youniang hid in the crowd, watching Chu Tiance, who was writing an essay, with a look of fascination.

They were unaware that she was on the verge of death.

"That day, breaking into the princess's residence to steal was truly dangerous, but fortunately, I managed to escape unscathed."

"I have not wasted my efforts in helping Chu Lang ascend to the top of the literary world in the north. I only wish that Chu Lang will break off the engagement and marry me as his principal wife."

Just now, Zhou Wei was debating with the court officials on the high platform, and the grand ceremony had not yet started, which made Hu Youniang a little anxious.

They were afraid that something might go wrong with her theft.

But now it seems Zhou Wei is nothing special!

He stole many treasures from the princess's residence, disguising it as a theft.

They clearly fooled Zhou Wei and the others!

While dreaming about the future, Hu Youniang glared angrily at Zhou Wei on the high platform.

Before she could retrieve the dagger, she was kicked by that wretched maid. Hu Youniang's hatred for Zhou Wei had reached its peak.

"Once I marry Chu Lang and stabilize my cultivation, I will rip your heart and soul out of you, you wretched servant!"

……

After receiving the test questions, Chu Tianze sat down confidently to answer them.

The students watching the ceremony from a short distance didn't dare to breathe, all staring intently at him.

Everyone is eagerly anticipating the birth of a masterpiece!

The common people didn't care; they didn't understand the story of the God of Literature descending to earth, and they only knew that the excitement hadn't reached its climax yet.

So they sat together in twos and threes, chatting and eating sunflower seeds.

Some women even brought their needlework and made shoe soles on the spot.

The noise from the crowd made the students impatiently turn around repeatedly, but they were helpless.

After uttering a couple of sarcastic remarks, he continued to look at Chu Tiance.

An hour passed quickly. After Chu Tianze had finally checked his paper from beginning to end and confirmed that there were no mistakes, he finally handed it in!

The students, who had been waiting for a long time, could no longer contain themselves and burst into enthusiastic cheers.

This left the onlookers bewildered, and they all stood up to ask what had happened.

"What's wrong? What happened?"

"But was the third-ranked scholar's essay particularly good?"

"What? It was just finished? Then why are these scholars cheering? I thought His Highness the Crown Prince had already read it!"

"A bunch of pedantic scholars, shouting and yelling, making me stand up for nothing!"

"Yes, yes, wake me up when you have the results. I queued for too long last night, I'm going to sleep for a while."

The people made a ruckus and sat down again.

The students stared intently at the platform, awaiting the final review from the three examiners.

Chu Tiance's article was carried back to the high platform by the official in charge of ceremonies.

Chen Wenyu consulted the Crown Prince, who waved his hand and said, "Please, the three of you, conduct the trial first!"

Zhao Wuji, standing to the side, had been impatient for a long time.

Before Chen Wenyu could finish reading it and hand it to him, he leaned over and started reading it with Chen Wenyu.

When Zhao Wuji saw the first sentence again, he was amazed!

"This approach to the topic is brilliant!"

Zhao Wuji was delighted and continued reading. By the middle of the article, he was completely captivated by its ideas.

He exclaimed repeatedly, "Such talent is beyond my reach, beyond my reach!"

Chen Wenyu nodded in agreement, the old man's beard trembling slightly.

That was an uncontrollable physiological reaction when I read a good article.

This shows just how astonishing Chu Tian Ce's strategy is!

After the three examiners finished reading, their expressions said it all.

Everyone has a sense of pride in witnessing the birth of a masterpiece.

The third prince, looking curious and somewhat anxious, asked, "My lords, what do you think of this article?"

Chen Wenyu bowed to the Crown Prince, his voice excited: "Your Highness, Chu Tiance's essay is excellent! It even surpasses the two policy essays he wrote in the provincial and palace examinations!"

"I really don't know what to say. I can only express my gratitude for the Emperor's boundless grace. Our Great Zhou has produced such a talented person."

"The flourishing of our cultural heritage is a blessing for the nation; our Great Zhou Dynasty is truly fortunate!"

Zhao Wuji stood to the side, slightly raising his chin and looking down at Zhou Wei with arrogance.

That expression seemed to suggest that he had already won the final victory!

He stepped forward, cupped his hands, and said to the Crown Prince, "Your Highness, this article is a masterpiece, and the talent it contains accounts for eight-tenths of the talent of the Great Zhou Dynasty!"

"No one but Chu Tiance could have written this article! What others say is a complete fabrication."

The eldest princess had been quietly drinking her tea, but now she put down her teacup and looked at Zhao Wuji.

"Lord Zhao, let me ask you one more question. You just said that if Chu Tiance is indeed a traitor, you would have him beheaded and displayed to the public along with His Highness the Crown Prince. Is that true?"

Zhao Wuji was brimming with confidence when he saw Chu Tiance write the article.

How could we possibly back down?

He immediately replied, “What I say is of course true. As an imperial censor, I have the responsibility to offer advice. Advice must come from my own words. I should set an example for officials and never go back on my word.”

The eldest princess chuckled softly, in a very good mood.

"Very good, then I can rest assured."

"Yue Lin, read aloud the article His Highness the Crown Prince is holding for the officials to hear."