Chapter 171: First Update
Luh Xingze and his group of four were all dressed and ready to go early in the morning, with Wen Zan joining solely to make up the numbers, unable to lend any help.
"Brother Mu, you look quite splendid today!" As soon as Lin Haosi caught sight of Mu Qingfeng, who had arrived early, his eyes brightened. Adorned in brocade, Mu Qingfeng looked no different from those other aristocratic youths, and perhaps even more distinguished.
"Brother Shen’s outfit is also impressive." Luh Xingze scratched his head as he observed Shen Houmu’s appearance. Had he missed something? There was no mention of dressing so formally, was there?
"Brother Luh, Brother Lin, this time we are representing the newly appointed officials from the imperial examination, the youngest faces of the imperial court. Although our role is minor, we must not tarnish the reputation of all the examination officials," Shen Houmu said earnestly.
Luh Xingze and Lin Haosi suddenly realized their oversight and bowed their heads in embarrassment.
"What’s there to worry about? I’ve already prepared everything for you," Wen Zan arrived brimming with pride, bringing along two carriages marked with the Wen Family crest, an impressive sight indeed.
Immediately, attendants started to carry stacks of clothing into Youchun Workshop.
"Brother Wen, how could I accept this?" Luh Xingze said awkwardly, realizing it was his lack of foresight.
"Sigh, don’t thank me. The truth is, the Crown Prince had thought of this early on. As officials from the examination, you are the new force of the imperial court. The Crown Prince hopes to take this opportunity to let you shine and in turn inspire the ambitious youths of Nanzheng State," Wen Zan declared seriously, waving his fan.