Ancient Imperial Examination Daily

Chapter 645 Ask
The ministers who can go to the Golden Temple and have the qualifications to speak must be at least 45 years old.These people prefer to live a stable life, so their thinking is relatively conservative, and they are unwilling to try new things, let alone take risks.Ever since Zhao Yu became emperor, he always felt that he was standing in the mud, and that every step he took was entangled.This feeling made him very uncomfortable.

He wants to forge ahead, and he wants these ministers to clearly know that his policy is different from that of the previous emperor, but there is never an opportunity for him to stand up.And Du Jinning's article, because he knows what he can do.

He wants to make big ships, he wants people to sail far, and he wants to conquer the stars and the sea.Blockers, get out!

After calming down, he sat down and turned his attention to Du Jinning's third article.

In this article, Du Jinning still used the same style, citing classics to list the various benefits obtained by China's trade with Silla and Japan in the past.What caught Zhao Wei's eyes the most was that Du Jinning told in the article that trade with countries near the sea can not only promote the prosperity of the national economy, but also have great strategic significance-trade can promote closer relations between countries .And once the two countries can be used by me, then the islands where Silla and Japan are located are like the observation towers of the Song Dynasty, and can become the first line of defense in the southeast of the Song Dynasty.Once an overseas enemy comes, the two countries can give Song an early warning.Song Dynasty can also send troops to support them to resist foreign enemies and wipe out foreign enemies outside the country.

The article not only summarizes the achievements of the previous trade with these two countries, but also points out many shortcomings, pointing out how to use materials to restrain the development of the two countries while sharing interests, so that they can become the vassal state of Song Dynasty, forever It is inseparable from the support of Da Song.

"Excellent, well written."

Once again, Zhao Wei's blood boiled with excitement, and he couldn't help standing up and pacing back and forth in the room to calm down his turbulent mood.

These three policy questions were just written down by him because of his occasional thoughts.He didn't think that these Gongsheng students who had never been in contact with state affairs could write any practical opinions and suggestions.But he didn't expect Du Jinning to give him such a big surprise. Every article not only pointed out the problem, but also gave the most practical suggestions.

Could it be that these Gongsheng students have such a level, is there a problem with the articles I read before?

With such doubts in mind, Zhao Hu temporarily put Du Jinning's test paper aside, and looked at the articles of other Gongsheng students—the reason for saying this was temporarily because he planned to read these three articles carefully after reviewing the test papers. , it is good to think about how to implement Du Jinning's suggestions in these three aspects.

The No.2 article is also very well written, and it also writes more detailed content on agriculture, navigation and trade. From the lines, it can be seen that the candidate is relatively old, so the suggestions put forward are very calm, and only do some small things. It is a small attempt, and no big action is recommended - this article will definitely win the appreciation of those conservative ministers if it is brought to the court.

The two test papers with completely different styles were probably selected by the eight examiners after trying to figure out what he and the ministers were thinking.Putting Du Jinning's test paper first also meant putting him, the emperor, first, so as not to bear his wrath.

Comprehending the intention behind the two test papers, Zhao He's mouth curled up, revealing a mocking smile.

Putting the second test paper on the other side, Zhao Wei continued to read the third test paper.

No. 1 is Du Jinning, No. 3 is Qi Muyuan, and Qi Muyuan is Qi Bokun's grandson. This is something he knew when he was proctoring the exam in the hall.

So he was very curious about what kind of articles Qi Bokun's grandson would write about the three strategies.

After reading the three articles carefully, a satisfied smile appeared on Zhao Yu's face.

The reason why he reuses Qi Bokun is because Qi Bokun always coincides with his ideas.Although Qi Bokun was old, he was not as conservative as those courtiers who were full of pedantic atmosphere.Even if he can't understand some ideas, he is loyal and can faithfully carry out Zhao Hu's wishes.

This made Zhao Wei feel very satisfied.

As for Qi Bokun's grandson, the ideas shown in his articles are in the same line as Qi Bokun: rigorous and full of fighting spirit.The most rare thing is that Qi Muyuan can make many good suggestions at such a young age.Although the article is not as passionate and demagogic as Du Jinning's, it thinks deeply and sees far, and the suggestions put forward are more practical.But considering Qi Muyuan's age, it is also very rare, and they are three excellent articles.

Zhao Yu nodded.

Leaving aside the point of trying to figure out what you want, at least the eight examiners are quite discerning in selecting talents.This is for sure.

After reading the remaining seven test papers, although these people's articles are well written and have something to say, there are not many bright spots.

Zhao Wei took the article by Du Jinning, picked up the ink pen, and was about to write something down. After thinking for a while, he put down the pen again, and told Mr. Wu: "Let someone find out what Du Jinning is doing today. In addition, Get Feng Jikang from Taixue."

"Yes." Eunuch Wu went out to give orders, and then came in again.

……

Feng Jikang, the student of Taixue, was wondering today.

Because the students accepted by Taixue are basically Juren, the period between the general examination and the imperial examination is the day when the students of Taixue take the exam, and the Taixue is basically empty.Needless to say, the students who will pass the examination can wait for the appointment of officials after passing the imperial examination, and they don’t have to study in the Taixue; Licking the wound, I don't want to come to the academy.

But today, a Zhaifu came to report that some students of Du Jinning had come to read books in the Taixue library.

After more than an hour, someone came to the palace again, saying that the emperor was looking for him.

"Master Xuezheng, nothing will happen, right?" Zhai Fu, who was serving Feng Jikang, said nervously.

Feng Jikang was actually very nervous. After all, with his official position, he rarely had the opportunity to meet the emperor.

But he didn't show it, he waved his hand and said: "It's okay. If there is something wrong, the emperor will directly order me to be arrested, and let me argue in front of him?"

Only then did Zhai Fu feel relieved, and watched Feng Jikang get into the carriage and go to the palace.

Feng Jikang followed the eunuch into the palace, went straight to the main hall, kowtowed to the top with stiff limbs and saluted.

"Get up." He heard a clear voice, and got up after being signaled by the eunuch.But he kept his head down and dared not look up.

"Let me ask you, Du Jinning has been in Taixue for more than half a year, how is his performance?" Zhao He asked.

(End of this chapter)