Han family achievements

Chapter 497 Public

In the first year of Yonghan, mid-September.

Liu Bian took Liu Shao, accompanied by a group of civil and military officials, to inspect Maoyuan.

Gongcao Shangshu Chen Gong followed beside him and introduced: "Your Majesty, Maoyuan has a total of 13,000 examination booths, which can accommodate 15,000 people taking exams at the same time. There are 800 tea rooms and toilets, which are waterproof and fireproof. , anti-theft, etc..."

Liu Bian pulled Liu Shao and walked slowly, watching, nodding and smiling from time to time.

Kong Rong waited for the opportunity and interjected: "Your Majesty, the total number of scholars who applied for the exam this year is 6,800. This is because the roads in various places are difficult to travel, which prevents some people from entering the capital. In addition, the imperial court eliminated quite a few people who were not good in appearance. There are good and bad people, if not, the total number may exceed 10,000. "

Liu Bian's smile did not change, and he said with a hint of emotion: "I think back then, when I first came to Dabao, I was looking for talents everywhere. There were only a hundred people in the recruitment hall all year round. There were countless vacancies inside and outside the court. I was so worried that I couldn't sleep day and night. I could only Pretending to be diligent, people outside are saying that I work hard and stay up all night, haha..."

Liu Bian was laughing, but the courtiers behind him couldn't laugh.

Liu Bian strolled, smiled, and did not continue to sarcastically say: "Kong Qing's family, I heard that the enrollment of Hongdu School has been very unsatisfactory in recent years?"

Kong Rong looked tense and said quickly: "Your Majesty, there are two main reasons. One is that the imperial court is vigorously promoting reclamation, farming, and reassuring the people. The common people are busy farming and are not so enthusiastic about studying."

At this point, Kong Rong quietly raised his head and glanced at Liu Bian, and continued: "Secondly, because of the river control and the conquest of Wuhuan, the court was short of money and food, so the amount given to Taichang Temple was greatly reduced. Therefore, this year's enrollment Slightly reduced.”

"Slightly reduced?"

Liu Bian looked back at him and said: "A sharp drop of nearly 50%, also called a slight decrease? I ask you, how many Hongdu sects and common people signed up for the exam this year? What is the proportion?"

Kong Rong's expression changed, and he glanced at Prime Minister Xun Yu, Li Cao Shangshu Chen Lin and others beside him. Seeing that they did not intervene to help, he had no choice but to bite the bullet and said: "The Hongdumen students who applied for the exam this year are about seventy. The remaining people account for one-tenth..."

Liu Bian had already turned to look at Prime Minister Xun Yu, and said calmly: "Prime Minister."

Xun Yu pondered for a moment and said: "Your Majesty, this matter cannot be entirely blamed on Kong Taichang. I think that the Hongdu School is in Luoyang and is not developing well in the local area. In addition to all kinds of money and food, there are also officials at all levels who are not good enough. The minister suggested that: first, set up an academic administration official to supervise the establishment of schools; third, increase the number of academic administrations, set goals and complete them within a time limit, and have the censor oversee the school. Cross patrol.”

Liu Bian hesitated and said, "Yes."

Xun Yu bowed and accepted the order.

The others had different expressions when they heard the words, and they were silent and did not dare to say anything.

The continuous development of "Hongdu School" has triggered a violent backlash from both the government and the public. Oppositions have arisen one after another. There are many and sufficient reasons for this.

But the Majesty in front of them had repeatedly done so personally, so even if they wanted to object, they could only suppress it in their hearts.

Liu Bian and Liu Shao were 'wandering' in Maoyuan and 'chatting' with the courtiers. Suddenly, it seemed like they caught a glimpse of Liu Ba, the big shopkeeper of the Royal Money Shop, for the first time. He said with a smile: "Shopkeeper Liu, you seem to have something to say. ?”

Logically speaking, Liu Ba was not qualified to appear on such an occasion. All those present were the highest-ranking officials of the Han Dynasty.

Under the gaze of everyone, Liu Ba stepped forward cautiously and said: "It seems that there are some harsh conditions for the appointment of officials in the imperial court. The sage's teachings are without distinction. The humble ministers think that I will use my talents according to my ability, and I will not be too strict." 'Harshness' blocks the ambition of the world's scholars to serve the country."

Liu Bian raised his eyebrows, looked at Chen Lin, and said, "What kind of discriminatory and unfair rules did Li Cao make?"

Chen Lin said with a normal expression: "Your Majesty, there are some issues, mainly in terms of character."

"And background." Liu Ba quickly answered.

Kong Rong, Chen Lin glanced at him, and even Xun Yu lightly raised his eyelids.

Liu Ba felt it clearly, but he still said cautiously and calmly: "I am a big man who has great ambitions in all walks of life. If the court treats me differently, I am afraid it will hurt the hearts of all the people."

Liu Bian nodded solemnly and asked Xun Yu, "What do you think, Prime Minister?" Xun Yu bowed and said, "The Chancellery will seriously consider this matter and report it to Your Majesty soon."

Liu Bian hummed and said to Liu Ba: "I heard that your Royal Money Shop minted a new batch of money?"

"Yes."

Liu Ba looked cautious and said: "The total number is about 50 million."

"Give it all to the Prime Minister,"

Liu Bian waved his hand and said: "The matter of minting coins must be speeded up. I am a big man and there are miscellaneous things everywhere. I was told by the Chancellor before that the replacement can be completed in at least five years. You cannot hold back."

"I accept the decree," Liu Ba said.

Xun Yu naturally understood what Liu Bian meant and bowed in agreement.

After saying these words, Liu Bian continued to pace. Liu Shao, who was pulled by him, kept looking up at Liu Bian eagerly, with a look of understanding on his little face.

Liu Bian did not explain anything to him, and said: "This year's admissions will remain at around 350 people. We must be fair and impartial, and we must not leave out great talents. We must not let talents drain due to errors in judging papers..."

Chen Lin and Kong Rong looked solemn and listened.

Halfway through speaking, Liu Bian suddenly turned around, took a closer look, and said, "Why aren't Wang Qing's family here?"

Xun Yu quickly explained to Wang Lang: "Your Majesty, Wang Shangshu took leave yesterday. There was a corruption case in Henan County, and he went to deal with it personally."

Liu Bian didn't pay much attention and said, "Try to come back as soon as possible. Cao Cao will arrive in Beijing soon."

Everyone had different expressions when they heard Liu Bian mentioning 'Cao Cao'.

Although Cao Cao's reputation among the people and even opposition officials has improved, the senior officials of the imperial court still dislike or are wary of this person.

Although the imperial court kept silent about "Liucheng was massacred", no one knew about it.

As a well-read poet and scholar, I cannot tolerate Cao Cao's behavior and this kind of person!
At this time, the right servant Xun You had indeed received Cao Cao and took a carriage back to the capital with him.

In the carriage, Xun You had a smile on his face, chatting and laughing, all about Cao Cao's battle to defeat Wuhuan.

Cao Cao also smiled and occasionally chimed in, acting very reserved and sincere.

Xun You glanced at Xu Chu outside the window, and said with a deeper smile: "I have read your petition for merit. Although there are some criticisms in the court, the Office has approved it and has sent it to the palace."

"Is it about Liucheng?" Cao Cao said calmly.

Xun You shook his head and said: "With this great victory and the appointment of the crown prince soon, the Chancellor has decided to press the matter. Meng De does not need to worry about it."

"What's the complaint?" Cao Cao had a hint of curiosity on his face.

Xun You pretended to be deep in thought and said: "That's all, I'll tell you what to say. In your petition for meritorious service, there are 'Cao' and 'Xiahou' everywhere, both of which are from your own clan. Some people in the court suspect that you did this intentionally. "

Cao Cao's expression remained normal, but he understood in his heart.

What Xun You said was already very euphemistic, and it was almost as if he was cultivating his tribe, strengthening his power, and had evil intentions.

(End of this chapter)