Chapter 69: A Battle of Wits Against the Scholars

Zhao Kai’s reputation soon reached the ears of His Majesty. Even before the Grand Scholar had spoken of the matter, someone had already submitted a memorial, declaring that there was an extraordinary talent among the common people, one who could rival Master Zhuang.

Master Zhuang was renowned as the most learned man of the age. To hear that someone could match Master Zhuang piqued the Emperor’s interest.

“This Zhao Kai—what is his background?” the Emperor inquired.

Huang Liangcai, who waited by the Emperor’s side, bowed his head...