Chapter 1 Difficulty in Two Phases Above the Court
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Zhengyao returned to the Shuzhou Guild Hall from the palace without any danger, and explained to Liu Yan, Zhang Cheng, and Yuan Haiyun the reason why he was called away by Ning'an. Of course, this "reason" was just a personal secret of his children made up by Zhengyao.
Emotional
After all, Jiajing repeatedly emphasized that the matter was serious and could not be disclosed to others. Although Zhengyao knew that Zhang Cheng, Liu Yan and others would not say anything, there was no guarantee that the walls had ears. Besides, if one less person knew, there would be less danger and more protection.
Why not?
Three days later, Jiajing finally appeared in the main hall and hand-picked the number one, second and top pick of this year's imperial examination. Yan Hao happily became the number one, making Yan Song and Yan Shifan look radiant and proud.
However, it was expected that Liu Yan and Zhang Cheng were ranked second and third overall, but Liu Yan's face still did not show joy. On the contrary, Lu Bing, who was standing on the left before the exam, looked extremely happy.
It was agreed back then that if Liu Yan wanted to marry Lu Wanyi, he had to pass the first place exam. Now he was only one short of getting the second place. But in front of Lu Bing, there was no room for negotiation. And Liu Yan also understood that he didn't.
Fulfill the agreement, blame others, only blame yourself secretly
After a large number of rewards, I thought I could retreat from the court, but then I saw Lu Bing step forward, which immediately aroused doubts among the courtiers.
Lu Bing, who usually doesn't play at all, and basically ignores the government affairs, actually took the initiative to start playing today. This is indeed a sight. Even Yan Song and Prince Jing couldn't help but feel puzzled.
"Your Majesty, there has been a saying since ancient times that civil and military forces are not second. That means that both civil and military forces are very important. But now our Ming army, whether it is the imperial guards, is short of talents. In order to protect the safety of the royal family, we must protect the safety of the royal family.
During the reign of the Ming Dynasty, I boldly suggested that the Emperor hold a special martial arts examination, and I also ask for the Emperor's permission."
As soon as Lu Bing said these words, others were shocked
You must know that since the founding of the People's Republic of China by Zhu Yuanzhang, some people have suggested resuming the martial arts examination, but they were reprimanded by Zhu Yuanzhang. In fact, Zhu Yuanzhang, like most emperors, was a person who could only share hardships but not wealth, because he was afraid that the heroes would do to him
created a threat, so he killed most of the meritorious
In the same way, if there were a large number of martial arts examiners, it would be too dangerous for them to rebel. Therefore, there was no martial arts examination until the end of Chongzhen. When the situation was endangered, the first and last martial arts champion of the Ming Dynasty was born. He fought
Serving the country loyally to death on the battlefield, but still unable to save the collapsed Ming Dynasty
And now Lu Bing actually bluntly proposed to hold the martial arts examination. This is really unexpected, and he is indeed brave enough to propose it.
Isn't it a clear disrespect to the ancestor emperor Zhu Yuanzhang to openly propose the resumption of the martial arts examination? Even if you are a noble, you must not say anything wrong about the ancestor emperor.
This time, Yan Song finally seized the opportunity to impeach Lu Bing, so he immediately took two steps forward, lowered his head and said: "This action of reporting to the emperor Lu Bing is really a treasonous and unethical act. The minister thought that Lu Bing should be impeached immediately."
He was imprisoned in the Tianlao, handed over to Dali Temple for interrogation, and then pushed to the Meridian Gate for interrogation and execution as a warning to others."
I have to say that this Yan Song's heart is really dark. Lu Bing just came up with an idea. If you don't agree with it, don't agree. He actually involved some treachery. In serious cases, he wanted to bring Dali Temple to justice, and he even wanted to be executed at the Meridian Gate.
This is too cruel
But everyone knows that this is just Yan Song's usual way of doing things, adding fuel to the fire and adding fuel to the fire. Liu Yan and Zhang Cheng could only bow their heads and say nothing. Of course, they also knew that since Lu Bing dared to say this
, where can people like Yan Song take advantage of it? Naturally, there are backup plans.
"Your Majesty, Lord Yan, is right. I hope your Majesty will think twice about the martial arts examination."
"Yes, yes, your Majesty, please think twice."
Just listening to Yan Song's words, half of the ministers in the court started to boo, even though they didn't think what Yan Song said was very reasonable.
Seeing this situation, Jiajing felt angry in his heart. He hadn't realized it before. It turned out that these ministers were doing things like this. It was really abominable. It was clearly Yan Song who was deliberately targeting him. These stupid ministers were actually cheering along with him.
But he couldn't make a fuss about it. After all, the martial arts examination was abolished by Zhu Yuanzhang, the ancestor emperor. What Yan Song said was not unreasonable. So Jiajing agreed or disagreed. Faced with the dilemma, he had to choose
He looked at Lu Bing, hoping he could give an explanation.
At this time, everyone turned their attention to Lu Bing. Lu Bing looked calm and composed. He didn't seem to care at all about Yan Song's impeachment. In other words, he had already expected that Yan Song would
Impeach him like this
"The emperor's minister said this. Naturally, he has his intentions. Please listen to the minister's explanation in detail." After saying this, Lu Bing immediately raised his head, looked at Yan Song, and said, "Master Yan said that this great master is treasonous and unethical. That's why."
Extremely ridiculous
Emperor Taizu abolished the imperial examination system because at that time, due to the continuous wars, there were very few people studying and many people practicing martial arts. In order to govern the country, he just decided to emphasize literature over martial arts. However, after so many years, now
Contrary to the past, the Ming Dynasty will definitely fall into a passive state if a war breaks out.
Now, I just suggest that a special martial arts examination be held to select a group of talents to meet the urgent needs of the moment. What is the purpose of Mr. Yan to accuse me of unfounded charges? "
Either you don't speak, and when you speak, you will be a blockbuster. Lu Bing has taken this to the extreme. After Yan Song, who thought he had picked up a small advantage, listened to Lu Bing's plausible words, he couldn't find the words to refute him for a long time, so he could only watch.
Jiajing, it seems like I want to say something but can’t open my mouth.
"Your Lord Yan has disciples all over the government and the public. This time the imperial examination was organized by you alone, and a group of talents were promoted among them. But as far as I know, most of these people are people who have some relationship with you, Lord Yan. I would also like to ask
Ask, what are your Yan Song’s intentions?”
Lu Bing looked directly at Yan Song and said without being humble or arrogant, and this question suddenly made Yan Song stunned again. He didn't expect that this martial artist's eloquence was so good.
At this time, King Jing also stood up and said: "I would like to inform the emperor that I think Mr. Lu's proposal is feasible. Firstly, we can use this martial arts examination to recruit a group of capable people for the use of the court; secondly, we can also borrow
This opportunity tells the people all over the world that regardless of their ability, they can serve the imperial court. This is
In this way, the prestige of the imperial court among the people has naturally been improved to a certain extent; thirdly, the civil and military examinations can be carried out in parallel, which can reflect the emperor's literary, Taoist and military strategies. In this way, in the eyes of all people, the emperor must be an eternal wise king. These three benefits
, Naturally, the ministers must be willing to serve as the emperor's vanguard and personally organize this martial arts examination."
"I am reporting to the Emperor. What King Jing said is very reasonable. I hope that the Emperor will put the people of the world, the country and the country as the most important thing and allow the holding of the martial arts examination." Although Xu Jie is a scholar, he also stood up at this moment. I have to say that Xu Jie is right
He is still very good at controlling the overall situation.
Gu Ruzhi and others on the side also kept nodding, thinking that this matter was feasible, and asked Jiajing En for permission.
As a result, two factions suddenly appeared in the court. One faction was naturally the pro-strict faction, and the other was the pro-mainland faction.
"Your Majesty, please think twice."
"Please give me your permission"
The two gangs of Yan Song and Lu Bing each had their own opinions, and they all knelt down and said that they only waited for Jiajing to make the final decision.
"this……"
For a moment, Jiajing was confused by these two groups and didn't know how to support Yan Song, which was against his original intention; supporting Lu Bing, after all, he still felt that it was a bit disrespectful to Emperor Taizu, such a rebellious act,
He still doesn't dare to do it
Hesitating and repeating, Jiajing suddenly felt that this was too embarrassing. He couldn't help but looked at the eunuch Meng Eunuch beside him, but saw that Meng Eunuch also looked embarrassed. Jiajing felt helpless again.
However, a group of courtiers below the hall were still kneeling on the ground motionless, saying nothing but "please think twice, your Majesty" or "please grant your permission," which made Jiajing's ears straighten and helpless.
"You bastard, you can't handle such a simple matter, how did you become the emperor?" (To be continued)
Chapter completed!