"Report! Concubine!" A servant of the estate ran in hurriedly, bowed deeply to Concubine Liu with a joyful expression, and offered the good news: "Congratulations, Concubine! The Second Young Master placed 17th in the second tier, and the Third Young Master placed 10th in the second tier!"
"Come here! Cuixi! Give a reward!" Concubine Liu was so happy she was practically jumping for joy. Passing the imperial examinations on the very first try was a rare feat indeed, especially since both brothers had passed! Upon hearing this, Concubine Liu's personal maid Cuixi hurriedly took out silver coins to reward the messenger who brought the good news.
Concibine Liu took the two brothers to report the good tidings to the Prince and Princess Consort, then rushed the pair back to their studies to prepare for the palace examination a month later.
Chapter 17