"Academy selection is a joint election held by the Two Academies to choose the students eligible to take this year's imperial examinations."
"Otherwise, you'll still need to take the Tong Sheng Examination."
Liu Xian looked earnestly at Zeng Anmin. "So, for Brother Quanfu, taking the Academy Selection Examination to obtain a quota for the imperial examinations is currently the quickest route."
"Oh~"
Zeng Anmin nodded, a thoughtful look in his eyes. After pondering for a moment, he said, "So that means I'll have to take the Academy Selection Examination."
The Academy Selection Examination...
To be honest, Zeng Anmin did not want to take it.
As a Minister's son, if Father spoke personally, the Imperial Academy would not dare refuse him that courtesy.
But Father's influence at court had only just taken shape and still needed time to stabilize.
During this period, it was best not to stir up any trouble.
"Your foolish younger brother dares ask: which of the six arts does Brother intend to choose?"
Liu Xian cautiously raised his head to look at Zeng Anmin.
"Archery, I suppose?"
Zeng Anmin frowned.
Of the six arts, this was the only one he could currently hold his own in.
"Archery?"
At this, Liu Xian's heart sank slightly, and a trace of concern appeared on his face.
Seeing his expression, Zeng Anmin raised a brow and asked, "What? Could there be some hidden circumstances?"
Liu Xian drew a deep breath and said, "Brother does not know this, but Qilin Academy has a student named Li Ru. His archery is unparalleled."
"A Great Scholar once said: Li Ru merely has yet to reach the required realm. Once he steps into Sixth Grade, it will be the moment he enters Fifth Grade and condenses the Dharma Aspect of a Confucian."
"In other words,