256 Three Hairpin Flowers (First Update)

In Zhan Country, there has always been a tradition of the top scorer in the imperial examination wearing a floral hairpin. Initially, only the top scorer was entitled to this hairpin, but over time it evolved to include the top three scholars. These hairpins were conferred by the Emperor, carrying extraordinary significance. Every young lady in Zhan Country aspired to obtain the top three scholars' floral hairpins.

Indeed, the hairpins of the top three scholars were never given to men.

However, it was also not casually given to women. Firstly, it was a gift from the Emperor, cherished by all. Secondly, there was a concern for offending some people by favoritism.