Chapter 1331 - 185, Host a Banquet (First Watch)
After a series of provincial and imperial examinations, the top three ranks in this round of exams had finally emerged. Ma Junying lived up to expectations and claimed the title of First Scholar, bringing glory to the people of Zhuma Town.
Master Ma had arrived in the capital city from Zhuma Town with Ma Xiaonan even before the imperial examination. As soon as he heard that his son had topped the exams, he was overjoyed and immediately sent someone back home with the good news.
As the First Scholar, it was customary to host a banquet for relatives, friends, and classmates. According to Ma Bowen’s wishes, they would have the banquet at Drunken Immortal Tower, the best restaurant in the capital city. Although it was a bit pricey, it was well worth it to celebrate his son’s achievement and save face.
However, Ma Junying disagreed and insisted on having the event at Dong Tian—a choice whose reasons were perhaps known only to him.
Dong Tian was a recent up-and-comer in the capital city, not as established as Drunken Immortal Tower, but thanks to its delicious food and uniquely decorated interior, it had quickly built a great reputation.
With the Boss being an acquaintance, Ma Bowen reluctantly agreed.
Ironically, when Ma Junying sent someone to Dong Tian to set the place and time, Xia Zheng happened to be there.
Glancing at the jealous fellow, Lin Yuan secretly grimaced. Before Xia Zheng could react, she had already preemptively declined, "I’m terribly sorry, but I’m afraid our Dong Tian’s main hall can’t accommodate so many guests, so please, Top Scholar Ma, consider..."
"Hey!" Xia Zheng suddenly intervened with an indirect objection, "If the First Scholar of this year’s examinations were to have his banquet at our Dong Tian, it would be our great fortune and happiness. Never mind the small space, I’d even knock down walls if needed to accommodate Top Scholar Ma here!"