The speaker was a woman, her voice very gentle, yet with a hint of cheerful nonchalance that was very comforting to hear.
Following that, someone in the courtyard who seemed to be a maid said, "After the son-in-law topped the exam, Madam and Miss have been even more excessive in their treatment of the young lady."
"No matter, he has just won the top spot today, naturally there'll be many social engagements. Yurong is also compelled, Du Juan, don't talk nonsense."
Top Scholar? Shen Yurong? Upon hearing this name, Jih Heng understood instantly. He knew Shen Yurong, the recent top exam scorer, and Emperor Hongxiao had even mentioned that he was preparing to bestow a mansion upon him. Hearing about this Top Scholar Shen, who came from a common family and lived in poverty, it was indeed true; he dwelled in such a crude lane.
