The person in charge of the porridge stall turned out to be Mr. Qin's sister and brother-in-law.
Fan Long curiously inquired about the names of this couple and their background.
Ma Yang found this person rather slick, completely different from his honest appearance, and was somewhat displeased.
But it was natural for an unfamiliar candidate from the provinces to ask more questions as it wasn't easy for them.
He then told them the couple's names, as it wasn't a secret; all the candidates in the courtyard knew about it.
He also mentioned that Liu Ji and Qi Xian were disciples of the great scholars and were very knowledgeable.
His words exuded admiration and envy.
Ma Yang jokingly mocked himself, saying, "In private, everyone says that young Mr. Qi will likely become this year's Champion Scholar, making us old uncles blush with shame."
Fan Long's expression suddenly changed; he stopped drinking the porridge and asked with a strange expression:
