Indeed, as soon as these words were spoken, everyone in the room lit up.
Many were indignant; after so many years of hard study, how could they be content to lose to someone who won through connections and backdoor dealings?
"Ha, we thought he was like us, turns out he's just a charlatan!"
"Even if he makes it, there's nothing to be proud of!"
"..."
"..."
Various unpleasant words spilled from the mouths of these candidates, and suddenly, Yang Ming was thrust into the spotlight.
Seeing the effect of his words, and a favorable effect at that, the smile on Mr. Liu's face was fully visible.
He let everyone engage freely; surely before the day was over, rumors of Yang Ming's backdoor dealings would spread throughout Capital City's streets and alleys, ruining Yang Ming's reputation without him doing much.
Originally, these words were just meant to disgust Yang Ming, yet there were unexpected gains.
He could foresee Yang Ming's future.
