Daming: The most ruthless tyrant in history

Chapter 902 Enke Preparation
Wei Zhongxian sold official positions and titles, and then accelerated the construction of various projects in Dongfan, increased deterrence to the surrounding waters, and strengthened resistance to unknown risks. This made Zhu Youxiao understand that once this matter started, some of his previously clear plans and deployments must be accelerated.

Overseas transfer of fiefdoms.

Minister Wang.

Reform of power structure.

Separation of the military and government
Administration...

Those that are being promoted should be accelerated, and those that have not been promoted should be promoted after careful consideration of the circumstances, otherwise the Ming Dynasty will be torn apart.

To put it simply, while there were various changes in the Ming Dynasty, the overseas areas of the Ming Dynasty were not static; these regions and groups were also moving.

It may even be influenced by the Ming Dynasty and undergo corresponding changes.

The Ming Dynasty was too large, and any changes would force the surrounding countries or forces to make corresponding countermeasures.

This is the Ming Dynasty.

Because of Wei Zhongxian's selling of official positions and titles, Zhu Youxiao made one thing clear: as for the Ming Dynasty's royal family and vassal states, he wanted them to start participating in the Ming Dynasty's reforms. Those who were suitable to stay in the local area would be placed in the fields he wanted to change, and those who went overseas would be asked to follow the trend of the times and fight against the forces or groups active overseas.

Especially the latter, those who can go overseas must have certain ambitions, so that they can compete with those immoral robbers who advocate looting.

So the Ming Dynasty is facing some problems and confusion right now, so it is most appropriate to ask these people to participate in it and then screen and eliminate them.

Only when people encounter problems, face difficulties, and are faced with choices, will they reveal their true inner feelings.

In later generations, the great voyages were described as a symbol of civilization and an important sign of promoting world development, but Zhu Youxiao was well aware of the true faces of those guys.

How much killing.

How much looting.

What a tragedy.

It appeared during this period.

If the Ming Dynasty chose to get involved, it had to do two things. One was to be more ruthless and more vicious with the bandits, and the other was to increase cultural output so that the Nanyang region could be further integrated into the Han civilization circle. By constantly relocating the fiefs, setting up resident governors, and taking back various decentralized powers, this region could completely become a part of the local area in a few decades or even longer.

The army of Emperor Mingzong and the school of Emperor Mingzong both faced corresponding tests. Zhu Youxiao had to use a method of continuous elimination to promote the outstanding talents among them and then advance his big chess game.

The elimination of the various branches of the Zhu family began.

Correspondingly, the elimination process in the Ming Dynasty officialdom must also be accelerated.

Official corruption is serious, isn't it? Well, let's take advantage of the opportunity to rectify the administration of officials and speed up the recruitment of fresh blood. Then, we can identify the unpolished gems among them and eliminate those that have already rotted, are rotting, and want to rot little by little. As long as the political arena of the Ming Dynasty is not in chaos and there are people who can take over power, then the Ming Dynasty will not be in chaos.

For this reason, Zhu Youxiao convened another court meeting.

The people who came this time were officials from the Ministry of Rites.

Inside Dongnuan Pavilion.

"Your Majesty, last year's special provincial examination was affected in some places, causing some students to fail to catch up with the provincial examination, but the relevant education officials have appeased them."

The new Minister of Rites, Huang Liji, bowed to the emperor respectfully and reported: "This year's imperial examination will be held. Since the end of last year, a large number of students have come to Beijing. The officials of the Ministry of Rites have arranged for them to ensure that every student who comes to Beijing to take part in the imperial examination can smoothly participate in this year's imperial examination."

When saying this, Huang Liji felt a little nervous because the emperor didn't say a word from beginning to end.

Since Sun Ruyou was arrested, the position of Minister of Rites has been vacant. This position was not recommended by the court or the Ministry of Personnel, but was directly appointed by the emperor. Many people discussed this.

But Zhu Youxiao didn't care about these discussions at all.

The Ministry of Rites will be the focus of future reforms. It will focus on education in the future, and powers such as selection and diplomacy should be split or transferred as needed.

The six-department system could not meet the needs of Ming Dynasty's rule.

"This year's weather is colder than ever before."

Zhu Youxiao leaned on the cushion, looked at Huang Liji and said, "We must ensure that we keep warm. I don't want anyone to freeze to death before the Enke examination. And there is the issue of embezzlement. If anyone dares to let me know, I will chop off his head."

"The minister obeys the order!"

Huang Liji's heart tightened, and he bowed hurriedly and said, "Please rest assured, Your Majesty, I will handle this matter."

"besides."

Zhu Youxiao continued, "We must hurry up the preparations for the special examinations. We must also not slacken off on the provincial examinations that are scheduled to be held this year. Although there is still some time before the provincial examinations, everything will be done in a timely manner."

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"In addition, starting from this provincial examination, the provincial education officials will only be responsible for inspecting the examination venues. The provincial examination questions will be set by the Ministry of Rites, and will be sent to the provinces by the joint officials when the exam is due."

"!!!"

Huang Liji was shocked.

This has never happened before. If this is really done, the provincial education officials will probably resign. Besides, the central government will not be stable.

After all, before this, except for the palace examination which was set by the emperor himself, the metropolitan examination and the provincial examination were all conducted by the corresponding examiners, while the academy examination, prefectural examination and county examination were all conducted by the local officials. Who knows how many problems will arise from this change.

The most important point is that the right to set questions for the provincial examination has been taken away, so the space for behind-the-scenes manipulation has been compressed. How can those who deserve to enter take the next step forward? This will ruin the wealth and connections of many people.

If the provincial examination is so difficult, what about the imperial examination?
Correspondingly, what about the academy examination, prefectural examination, and county examination?

"Why? Do you have any objection, my dear?"

Zhu Youxiao raised his eyebrows slightly and stared at Huang Liji, whose expression changed drastically.

"No, no."

Huang Liji said subconsciously.

"It's fine if you don't."

Zhu Youxiao snorted coldly: "Look at the provincial examinations in the past. Every few years, or even several consecutive years, there will be such dirty things as cheating in the examination hall. This has caused so much resentment among students from all over the country."

"After studying hard for more than ten years, isn't it just to be able to get promoted in the imperial examination and then get a place on the list of successful candidates? But some people have put their minds on unorthodox ways."

"My dear minister, as the Minister of Rites, you have to shoulder your responsibilities. The provincial examination is just the beginning. When the metropolitan examination begins next year, I will order someone to take charge. I want to see if there will be cheating in the examination again!"

Huang Liji's hanging hand trembled slightly.

It was not until now that Huang Liji finally understood why the emperor asked him to be the Minister of Rites. This was pushing him to the forefront and asking him to reform the imperial examinations. However, if he did so, he would be criticized or even abused. After all, this would cut off the interests of too many people.

(End of this chapter)