Chapter 139: Chapter 139: Drought and Locust Plague

Qin Xiaoyao's words were true. She was not a man and was not qualified to take the imperial examination. Otherwise, she would definitely try her best to see if she could gain some fame.

After all, she believed that her learning ability was not bad.

Song Que's eyes finally showed a hint of interest.

"It's a shame you're not a man," he whispered.

"Huh? What?" Qin Xiaoyao didn't hear him clearly.

Song Que did not repeat, however.

Instead, he said, "I can't take the scholarly examination for the time being, and there's no need to."

"Why can't you take it?" Qin Xiaoyao was puzzled.

"Isn't the elementary scholar exam held twice every three years? You missed it last year, but you'll have another chance next year."

Song Que glanced at Qin Xiaoyao.

"I am observing a mourning period," he said.

Qin Xiaoyao was stunned.

Only then did she remember this.