Tenth Place

Following the examinations, the candidates opted to remain in the capital to await the results. The top ten performers would earn the opportunity to partake in the Palace Examination, a chance to rise to new heights in their careers. This prospect fueled the hopeful hearts of all the candidates, each believing they had a shot at breaking into the top ranks.

In ancient times, there were no standardized answers; each question required a comprehensive essay response. The examiners' scoring depended largely on whether the essay aligned with their personal preferences.