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Chapter 202 0199 [This subordinate is worthy of the Ma family, but I am not? 】

Han Zhen chuckled and said, "I've been working hard these days. Let's go back and have a good rest to prepare for the hall-locking test in three days."

"Resign in humility!"

The subordinate officials bowed together and left the hall one after another.

In fact, Han Zhen knew which of these people had outstanding abilities.

Combining the opinions given by Chang Yukun and Liu Mi, he has basically finalized the quota of six officials.

So why go to all the trouble to hold a lock-down test?

Because this lock-down test was not done for these subordinates at all.

This is a show, a big show for the people of the city, especially the wealthy families and the group of scholars.

Subordinate officials can become officials!
For a moment, only Zhao Ting, who suddenly understood, was left in the originally crowded lobby.

He had long heard Liu Mi say that these subordinate officials were desperate to do their jobs one by one. He didn't understand it before.

At this moment, he finally understood.

It turns out he can be an official!

Thinking about it from his perspective, if he were a subordinate and had the opportunity to become an official, he would probably be more desperate than these people.

Suddenly, Zhao Ting seemed to have thought of something, and a trace of horror flashed in his eyes.

and many more!

A subordinate official becomes an official?

This... I'm afraid things are really going to change!

"Zhao Zhizhou!"

At this moment, Han Zhen's voice sounded in his ears.

Zhao Ting was excited, suppressed the turmoil in his heart, and said respectfully: "I'm here!"

Han Zhen asked: "Who is Benzhou Tixue?"

Tixue, the full name is the Academic Affairs Department, was established in the second year of Chongning. It is in charge of the academic affairs of the prefecture and county. Every year, it inspects the merits, demerits and diligence of the academic officials and students in the prefecture and county, and rewards and punishes them.

In the third year of Xuanhe's reign, he was deposed by Emperor Huizong of the Song Dynasty and was reinstated soon after.

Such operations have become commonplace since Zhao Ji took office. Handling government affairs depends entirely on personal preference and mood of the day.

Suddenly one day, on a whim, a certain official position will be removed, or a new official position will be added.

Zhao Ting answered truthfully: "For the county magistrate, Song Wei is the one who proposed to study in this state. He took leave last month due to illness and has been recuperating at home."

Han Zhen asked again: "How is Song Wei's character?"

It was just a reminder, he really didn't pay much attention to it before.

"Song Wei was a man of upright temperament and quite talented. However, his fate was not good. He studied under Chen Guan, who studied Luo studies. Prime Minister Cai... the capital banned Luo studies and Shu studies, and was a mortal enemy of Chen Guan. Song Wei Naturally, I couldn't please him. He was initially appointed as editor and editor of Jiying Palace, but later he was demoted and sent to Qingzhou to study."

Han Zhen didn't know much about the dispute between Xinxue and Luoxue, so he ordered: "I'll get off work later and go visit him on my behalf to see if I can use him."

Zhao Ting responded: "I'm from Xiaguan Province."

Han Zhen continued to give instructions: "By the way, you will be the examiner for the locked examination in three days' time."

"The subordinate takes orders!"

Zhao Ting looked happy and quickly accepted.

……

The good news returned by the scouts just now added a bit of celebration to the bustle of the county.

In the streets and alleys, in teahouses and restaurants, people can be seen everywhere talking about the great victory of Shouguang and Changle.

At this time, in the southeast corner of the Zhuo Tower Hall, several scholars wearing Confucian robes were drinking.

One of the young men was dressed more plainly than the other four.

The light blue Confucian robe was slightly whitish, and there was a patch on the lower edge.

There was only a piece of linen wrapped around his waist, which looked extremely shabby compared to other people's carved and jade-inlaid belts.

Despite this, there was no trace of restraint or embarrassment on the young man's face, and he was calm and composed.

A square-faced young man wearing a moon-white Confucian robe said with emotion: "The power of Han Zhen's army was beyond our expectations. In just a few days, he wiped out Zhang Wanxian, who was said to be a hundred thousand men. It is really impressive." terror."

As soon as he finished speaking, the person sitting opposite him looked disdainful and sneered: "Although the Ganchi Army has a hundred thousand troops, it is just a bunch of rabble. In my opinion, the annihilation of Zhang Wanxian is nothing more than that. Why should brother Wenxi brag?" Woolen cloth."

This man's name was Tan Xingzhong, and the reason why he spared no effort to belittle Han Zhen was because his teacher was from the Wang family.

The Wang family was slaughtered, so he naturally held a grudge.

But he didn't have the courage, so he only dared to slander and say some mean words in private.

In fact, when Han Zhen left the county and returned to Linzi a few days ago, more than a dozen disciples of the Wang family secretly conspired to connect with the wealthy gentry in the city and persuade Zhao Ting, Liu Mi and other officials to launch a mutiny.

In the imagination of these disciples of the Wang family, if they raise their arms and call for help, the wealthy gentry in the city will definitely respond.

At that time, including the archers from various nursing homes and government officials, an army of thousands of people can be assembled in the blink of an eye.

The Qingzhou Army left behind in the city is only five hundred, and they are sure to win.

But on the day of the incident, not only all the big players chose to remain silent and watch with cold eyes.

Even the former disciples of the Wang family refused.

Among them, Tan Xingzhong was included.

The young man in simple clothes frowned slightly and said: "Brother Tan, what you said is wrong. I heard that Zhang Wanxian once made a rule that if you dare to surrender [-]% of the proceeds from the plunder, the rest will belong to yourself. This is The way of the wolf army. Therefore, every time we fight, everyone in the Dao Chi Army scrambles to be the first, and they are not afraid of death."

"If it is really a mob as Brother Tan said, I'm afraid they would have been wiped out by the armed guards long ago. Why wait until today?"

These words immediately attracted the agreement of the other three people.

Tan Xingzhong was a little embarrassed, a trace of displeasure flashed in his eyes, but he said with a smile: "Brother Qi is helping Han Zhen to speak like this, does he want to turn into a traitor?"

Hearing this, the square-faced young man who spoke earlier frowned and said, "Brother Tan, that's too much. How can Brother Qi be such a person!"

Qi Meng said sternly: "I know that Brother Tan is unhappy because of the affairs of the Wang family, but I know that private enmity should not be compared with public affairs, good should not be abolished, evil should not be done by good, this is the law of righteousness. Whether the Wang family has been poisoned by Han Zhen, I I don’t know, but I have seen the Qingzhou Army under him with my own eyes. They are all fierce and fierce, with the legacy of the Han and Tang Dynasties. This shows that Han Zhen has quite a lot of experience in military formations."

Tan Xingzhong cupped his hands and said with a ashamed look on his face: "Brother Qi, please forgive me. I just made a mistake because of my brother."

"Brother Tan, there is no need to apologize."

Qi Meng waved his hand and chuckled: "I do intend to vote for Han Zhen."

"Ah?" As soon as these words came out, the other four people were shocked.

The square-faced young man hurriedly advised: "Brother Qi, think twice. This Han Zhen is a rebel. Once he gets involved, our innocence will be completely ruined. Besides, the Western Army is about to move south. Will Han Zhen be able to stop the Western Army?" It’s still unknown.”

The other two people also nodded and agreed: "What Brother Wenxi said makes sense, but it is unwise to surrender to thieves now. With Brother Qi's talent and learning, he will definitely be named on the gold list in the spring of next year."

"I appreciate your good intentions, but I have already made up my mind."

Qi Meng first bowed his hands in thanks, and then explained: "I have seen everything Han Zhen did since he entered the city, and I have made a decision in my heart."

None of the people here are sour scholars who have become stupid because of their studies. After observing these days, they already have the answer in their minds as to what kind of person Han Zhen is.

Qi Meng paused slightly, and said in a bitter tone: "Besides, the family is in a difficult situation. There is an old mother to support me, and there are children who are waiting for food."

Qi Meng was a little disheartened after failing the exam twice in a row. At the same time, as his mother fell ill two years ago, the burden of supporting the family became heavier.

They naturally know Qi Meng's family background.

His father died young, and it was his mother who raised him up and frugally provided for him to study.

The square-faced young man immediately spoke up and said righteously: "Brother Qi is short of money, so I just need to say something."

Qi Meng shook his head: "Qi Meng is grateful for the care I have received from all of you over the years. I am already in my thirties, and my hands and feet are healthy. How can I live on the help of others."

After a moment of silence, Tan Xingzhong couldn't help but ask: "What errand does Brother Qi plan to do?"

Qi Meng replied: "Now the government office is recruiting more subordinate officials, and I plan to recommend myself."

"Subordinate official?"

The square-faced young man frowned and said, "How can we associate with despicable officials after we have read poetry and books?"

"Ha ha!"

Qi Meng didn't care, and smiled: "The elders of the Su family and Ma family can do it, why can't I do it? I heard that Han Zhen increased the salary of subordinate officials several times, I think it is enough to support the family."

In fact, he didn't say the most important thing.

Through this period of observation, he had a vague feeling that Han Zhen's methods of rectifying subordinate officials should go beyond this.

Maybe the subordinate staff will have the opportunity to become an official.

The Su family and the Ma family are not fools. If they are willing to let their eldest son become a subordinate, they must have a plan.

The reason why he didn't say it out wasn't to hide his secret. After all, it was just his guess. If he guessed wrong, wouldn't it hurt others?
After chatting for a while, everyone stood up to pay the bill.

After leaving the restaurant, they said goodbye to each other and then dispersed.

Qi Meng looked up at the scorching sun and felt that it was still early, so he planned to go to the government office to apply.

At this moment, an ox cart stopped in front of Qi Meng.

The carriage door curtain was opened, revealing the smiling face of a square-faced young man: "Brother Qi, I'm giving you a ride!"

Qi Meng was slightly startled, and then explained: "Brother Wenxi accepted it kindly. I am not going home, but I plan to go to the government office."

"No problem."

The square-faced young man waved his hand: "I just happen to have to go to the government office, so I'm on my way!"

"Thank you so much, Brother Wenxi!"

Qi Meng did not show any pretense. After thanking him, he lifted up the hem of his Confucian robe and boarded the oxcart.

A square-faced young man named Zhu Da, whose family has been running a bookshop for generations.

Although it is not as good as the Su family and the Ma family, it can still be called a wealthy gentry.

Sitting in the exquisite carriage, Qi Meng asked curiously: "Brother Wenxi, why did you go to the government office?"

Zhu Da said with a half-smile, "Of course he is just like Brother Qi!"

hiss!
Qi Meng took a deep breath and looked at the other party in surprise.

You know, a moment ago Zhu Da looked ashamed to be in the company of subordinates, and tried to persuade himself.

In the blink of an eye, he was about to apply for a subordinate position.

This change really surprised Qi Meng.

Zhu Da picked up a piece of candied fruit and threw it into his mouth, joking: "Brother Qi is not kind, he has learned to hide his secrets."

Qi Meng smiled bitterly: "It's not that I'm hiding anything, I'm just guessing in my heart. If I hurt all my colleagues, it would be a sin."

Others said this, but Zhu Da definitely didn't believe it.

But when it came out of Qimeng's mouth, he still believed it.

To be honest, the reason why they, the children of the rich family, made friends with Qi Meng was not only to learn from him well, but also because of his character.

Who doesn't want to have a close friend who has noble character and a gentleman's style?
"The Ma family's eldest son has been promoted!"

Zhu Da glanced in the direction of the coachman, lowered his voice, and said this sentence without thinking.

Qi Meng was startled and immediately understood the meaning of his words.

The old man of the Ma family was previously a subordinate, but now he has been promoted. What does this mean?
Perhaps in the eyes of the common people, it is nothing.

After all, the Ma family voted for Han Zhen, so shouldn't they be promoted high?

But in the eyes of smart people, it is completely different.

Since the patriarch of the Ma family is destined to be an official, why should he become a subordinate first?

Could it be that Han Zhen had nothing to do and wanted to humiliate these two families?

The speed of the bullock cart was very slow, and the two of them changed the topic of chatting at the same time.

A quarter of an hour later, the bullock cart slowly stopped.

The coachman's voice came from outside: "Young Master, the government office has arrived!"

"Ok!"

Zhu Da nodded, turned around and said: "Brother Qi, please stop!"

Qi Meng opened the door curtain and got out of the car first, but as soon as he landed, he couldn't help but be stunned.

I saw four bullock carts parked in front of the government office.

Tan Xingzhong and the other four who had just left were standing in front of the government office, holding their hands in the distance: "Brother Qi, we meet again!"

Seeing this scene, Qi Meng couldn't help shaking his head and laughing.

(End of this chapter)