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Chapter 117: Establishing a direct lineage and establishing a virtuous person (please subscribe)

Therefore, Yuan Wenshao did not dare to gamble at all, but he had no reason to blame Ning Zhiguang.

"Okay, I will think it over carefully. You can go down." Yuan Wenshao waved his hand.

Yuan Wenshao thought for a long time in the study, but still couldn't make a decision. He didn't leave the study until Hualan sent someone to inform him of dinner at noon.

Hualan saw that Yuan Wenshao was a little absent-minded while eating, and said: "Official, but the brother-in-law's matter has embarrassed you?"

Yuan Wenshao came back to his senses and saw Hua Lan with a worried look on his face. He smiled and said: "That's not the case. I asked someone to ask. Fang Hang's corruption is just a rumor. There is no proof. He will be released soon." ”

"That's good." Hua Lan smiled after hearing this.

"Since you are so worried, my grandmother and father-in-law should be extremely anxious. After dinner, I will accompany you to tell my father-in-law the news." Yuan Wenshao said.

"If anything happens to the officer, I can just go there myself."

Hualan thought of Yuan Wenshao's expression before and knew that he was worried about other things.

Yuan Wenshao didn't want to say it, and she didn't ask any more questions, but you just wanted to cause trouble to Yuan Wenshao.

"I'm fine. Since Grandma Kong returned to her hometown, Sister Wen doesn't have to learn the rules anymore. Yesterday she pestered me and said she wanted to go and play with some aunts." Yuan Wenshao said with a smile.

"Official, you can't pamper her in everything. Besides, my sisters don't have to learn the rules anymore, so they go to school again, so they don't have time to play with her," Hua Lan said.

"It doesn't matter, we are about to go there. I guess my father-in-law and mother-in-law will definitely want to stay with us for dinner. After they finish school, we can still play for a while." Yuan Wenshao said.

Hua Lan said helplessly: "It's up to you. By the way, officer, how about I get you a concubine?"

"Why are you so rich all of a sudden? Didn't grandma say that the old lady of the He family will come to Beijing in a few months?" Yuan Wenshao said.

"It has nothing to do with that. I just feel that it is too few for an official to have two rooms and concubines. If word spreads, people will think I am jealous." Hua Lan said.

Ever since Mrs. Yuan said those words to her that day, she had been worried about gains and losses.

She was worried that she wouldn't be able to give birth. Yuan Wenshao was so kind to her. If she couldn't give Yuan Wenshao a son, she really didn't know how to face Yuan Wenshao.

And she was worried that Yuan Wenshao would dislike her because of this.

After thinking about it, I thought about getting a few more concubines for Yuan Wenshao.

Even if she couldn't give birth, wouldn't she still have a concubine?

Yuan Wenshao didn't know what Hua Lan was thinking, so he shook his head and said: "In Bianjing's rich and aristocratic families, there are many conflicts between husband and wife because of the issue of taking concubines. In other families, the officials want to take concubines, but the wives are not willing. How come you are here? It’s the other way around.”

"Isn't it the rumor outside that I am jealous and don't allow officials to take concubines? Moreover, officials only have one wife and two concubines, which is indeed a bit less." Hua Lan said.

"Madam, do you know why they spread the word like this? It's because they are jealous of you." Yuan Wenshao said with a smile.

Hua Lan was about to say something else, when she saw Sister Wen put down her bowls and chopsticks and urged: "Mom and dad, I've finished eating. Hurry up. Didn't you say you'd like to go to my grandfather's house after dinner?"

"Yes, yes, let's eat and eat." Yuan Wenshao said as he gave Hua Lan a piece of meat.

After eating and taking a nap, the family of three went to Sheng's house.

First, he went to Shou'an Hall to pay his respects to the old lady. Not long after he sat down, Sheng Hong and Mrs. Wang came over with Chang Wu after hearing the news.

Yuan Wenshao knew what they wanted to know most, and after saluting, he said: "Father-in-law, Chang Wu, you don't have to worry. I asked someone to ask, and there is nothing major going on with Fang Hang. He will be released soon."

Chang Wu said excitedly: "Thank you very much, brother-in-law."

"You're welcome, family. You can continue on duty tomorrow." Yuan Wenshao said with a smile.

"I don't know many people in Bianjing. I asked my old acquaintance on Huainan West Road to inquire. Because the journey is too far, the letter has not been delivered yet. Since nothing happens, I feel relieved." Sheng Hong said with a smile.

Sheng Hong was an official in Yangzhou before. Yangzhou is located on Huainan East Road and adjacent to Huainan West Road. There are still many familiar officials there.

After learning about Fang Hang, he immediately wrote several letters and sent someone to deliver them.

However, because the distance was too far, it took almost half a month to go back and forth, so Chang Bai led Chang Wu to ask Yuan Wenshao for help.

It stands to reason that Sheng Hong should come forward to find Yuan Wenshao in this matter.

But Sheng Hong was concerned about face and felt it was a bit embarrassing to ask his son-in-law for help, so he let Chang Bai go.

"Alas, he originally got an excellent score in this assessment and was supposed to be promoted to a higher level this year. Due to the impact of this incident, I'm afraid he won't have the chance." Sheng Hong said regretfully.

"As long as people are fine, there will be plenty of opportunities in the future," the old lady said.

"That's what mother said." Sheng Hong nodded in agreement.

Sheng Hong sat with him for a while, then stood up and said, "Mother, today is the school exam. My son is going to listen."

"Go ahead, it's almost spring. If these brothers have any problems with their knowledge, you should also pay attention to your teaching methods and don't put too much pressure on them." The old lady said.

"Yes."

Sheng Hong responded, looked at Yuan Wenshao and said, "Erlang, do you want to come with me to have a look?"

"It won't disturb them, right?" Yuan Wenshao said.

"We're just listening outside without letting them see it. It won't affect us," Sheng Hong said.

"In that case, then I will go with my father-in-law to listen, just in time to see the knowledge of the two younger brothers." Yuan Wenshao said with a smile.

"Haha, Zhuang Xuejun said that Changbai's writing knowledge is very good, and he is likely to win the first place in one fell swoop this year." Madam Wang said with a smile.

When Sheng Hong heard this, he glared at her and said, "How can there be such a certainty in the world? Never say such things in front of Chang Bai, so as not to put more pressure on him."

"Don't worry, officer, I know it." Mrs. Wang said.

Sheng Hong and Yuan Wenshao saluted the old lady and left Shou'an Hall.

"Although Zhuang Xuexu didn't win the exam, he is very good at teaching and educating people. He will take a quiz every two weeks, come up with a strategy topic, let them express their opinions, and then give guidance."

On the way, Sheng Hong introduced Yuan Wenshao with a smile.

Although Yuan Wenshao has never participated in the imperial examination, he also knows that during the examination, the article is not the most important, but the policy is the most important.

Those who can pass all the way and qualify for the general examination will not be much worse no matter how bad their writing is.

The policy discussion is different. Generally, policy discussion topics are related to the current situation.

After winning the ranking, the first-level Jinshi will also participate in the palace examination. The officials will personally come up with suggestions and topics, let them play the right match, and select the top two candidates.

Therefore, policy essay questions are not only important in the exam, but are still very important after passing the exam.

The two of them came outside the school, but did not enter. They only heard an old voice coming from inside: "I will try it out in more than a month. Today I will use this book of Confucius' family sayings as a model, and I will open a page at random and point out. In one sentence, we will use this as a topic to make policy discussions."

After Zhuang Xuexue finished speaking, he closed his eyes, opened the book, pointed his finger on the book, and opened his eyes.

When he saw the sentence he clicked with his finger, he chuckled and said, "It's just right for the occasion."

"Everyone, listen up. The topic of today's policy discussion is: How to establish a direct descendant, establish a virtuous person, and establish a mature person?" After Zhuang Xuexuan read the topic, the whole school fell silent.

This topic is not only appropriate to the occasion, but also very sensitive.

Now is the critical time to establish the crown prince. Some people say that King Yong is old, while others say that King Yan is powerful.

Those present were all descendants of nobles and nobles, so they naturally understood that it was taboo to discuss this matter in private.

When Sheng Hong outside heard this question, his expression changed and he whispered: "How could such a question be asked?"

Yuan Wenshao glanced at him and thought to himself: "If you hadn't listened to Minglan's words, you might not even know whether you could have saved your life."

"Father-in-law, don't worry. Everyone in the house knows the importance and won't talk nonsense. Moreover, the official family is currently undecided about whether King Yong or King Yan will be the crown prince. This question may really come up in this palace examination, so be prepared in advance. It's also good." Yuan Wenshao said.

"But if this spreads..."

Yuan Wenshao was naturally aware of Sheng Hong's worries and said with a smile: "There are a lot of discussions outside now, and no officials have ever seen anyone asking questions. Besides, this is just a theory of establishing long-term and virtuous people, and it does not mention King Yong and King Yan. There is no mention of it. Yes."

When Sheng Hong heard this, although he was still a little worried, he gave up the idea of ​​going in to stop it.

At this moment, Chang Bai's voice came from inside the room: "Sir, is this question inappropriate?"

"It doesn't matter. Nowadays in the capital, teahouses and restaurants are talking about this everywhere. Just close the door and say a few words. It doesn't matter. As long as you don't leak it to each other." Zhuang Xuejun said with a smile.

Gu Tingye had always had no scruples. Even Yang Wuduan, whom the officials hated, he dared to complain privately. Now that he heard what Zhuang Xuexue said, he was the first to speak up.

"Since Zhuang Xuexue said it's okay, let's discuss it. The official family has no heirs, so they have to adopt the clan. Although King Yong has mediocre qualifications and no political achievements, he has one advantage, that is, he has many heirs. King Yong's wives and concubines work in groups day and night. , I am so tired that my eyes are filled with stars, and I have given birth to a lot of children..."

"Cough cough cough~"

Zhuang Xuexue heard what he said becoming more and more outrageous, and he quickly interrupted with a cough.

Everyone in the school looked strange, and even Sheng Hong outside cursed in a low voice: "Young boy."

Sheng Changfeng, who was sitting behind Gu Tingye, reminded in a low voice: "Second brother Gu, be careful what you say, there are still women here."

"Oh." Only then did Gu Tingye react and said, "King Yong is old and has many heirs. There is nothing to fight for. Let him be the one."

Sheng Changfeng said: "King Yan is only half a year younger than King Yong. Although he only has one son, both father and son are smart, capable and very popular. Having such a wise king as the heir is also for the sake of the country and the country."

"Half a year younger, that's still young. You can't make an appointment in the same order as your elders. If your name is not right, your words will not go well. If everyone in the world only looks at talent, then this is fine. But everyone has to be classified into high and low. That's how the matter started." Gu Tingye retorted.

"Brother Gu, you put it lightly. This is the throne of the emperor, and we don't want small families to compete for land and shops. If we don't clear our status, wouldn't it be a mess..."

"Ok!"

Xuexue Zhuang interrupted the quarrel between the two, looked at Changbai and said, "Changbai, please tell me."

In his opinion, among the few in the house, Changbai has the greatest chance of winning the ranking.

Changbai stood up and bowed and said: "Sir, the students believe that the direct eldest son should be established. Qin Shihuang abolished the eldest son and established the younger son, which led to the death of the second generation of the Qin Dynasty. Throughout ancient and modern times, many dynasty changes were caused by the abolition of the eldest son and the establishment of younger sons. .”

Chang Feng immediately retorted after hearing this, using the example that Emperor Wu of the Han Dynasty was not his eldest son.

However, Gu Tingye said that before Emperor Jing made Emperor Wu of the Han Dynasty the crown prince, he had straightened up the biological mother of Emperor Wu of the Han Dynasty. There was no problem with etiquette and law.

Mo Lan took Emperor Hui of the Western Jin Dynasty as an example to refute, and felt that virtuous people should be established.

Emperor Hui of Jin was the emperor who said why not eat minced meat.

After Mo Lan finished speaking, Ru Lan stood up to refute again, and the room was full of arguments for a while.

Yuan Wenshao was secretly happy on the outside, because the so-called debate over whether to establish a direct descendant or to establish a virtuous person actually stemmed more from their identities.

Chang Feng and Mo Lan were concubines, so they naturally felt that they should establish virtuous people.

Changbai and Gu Tingye were legitimate sons, so they naturally felt that they should be the legitimate eldest son.

Why has the eldest son inheritance system been passed down for so long?
It is because those in power are the heirs who inherited the family business, so they naturally want to maintain this system.

Otherwise, it would be questioning the legitimacy of inheriting the family business.

Of course, the eldest son inheritance system can determine the heir early and avoid disputes.

Some people say that the Qing Dynasty did not use it, but the Qing Dynasty palace battle dramas filmed in later generations are the most numerous.

Why not take pictures of other dynasties?

Because there are few such things in other dynasties.

The most ridiculous thing is that although the Qing Dynasty abolished the eldest son succession system, the throne was basically inherited by the eldest son.

Zhuang Xuexiu also discovered this problem, so he didn't want to continue talking about it and interrupted: "After listening for a long time, why did the young master and the sixth lady say nothing?"

Qi Heng said: "Mr. Hui, I haven't made up my mind yet. I want to hear other people's opinions first."

Xuexue Zhuang nodded and said, "Miss Six, please tell me."

Minglan mused: "As a woman, the student has never thought about such a thing."

Upon hearing this, Chang Feng said: "Regardless of national affairs, even if it is an ordinary family, the eldest son is mediocre and the second son is smart and capable, who do you think you should establish?"

Because of his words, Ru Lan and Mo Lan quarreled again.

Qi Heng defended: "This matter has little to do with Sixth Sister. She is a woman and doesn't need to take the scientific examination. Since she doesn't want to talk about it, let's forget it."

"But I think we should let her talk. Although she usually doesn't like to talk, she is very opinionated in her heart. Maybe she is blushing when she sees us arguing, and she is secretly laughing in her heart." Gu Tingye said with a smile.

"Second uncle, why are you trying to embarrass her?" Qi Heng whispered.

Gu Tingye lowered his voice and said, "Don't you see that the more you defend her, the more those two will target her? Just let her deal with it on her own. I think she can handle it on her own."

"Okay. Everyone has said it, Miss Six should also say it." Zhuang Xuexue said.

Minglan had no choice but to get up, call Xiaotao and Rulan Molan's maids over, and said, "Which one do you think is better between me and the two sisters?"

Without even thinking about it, the three girls all said how good their girls were and listed the advantages of each girl in detail.

Seeing that the three of them were arguing, Minglan asked them who was older. Now the three maids stopped arguing and all said it was Mo Lan.

When Zhuang Xuexue asked the three maids from Minglan, a smile appeared on his face.

After she finished asking, she said: "You asked the maid, but you still didn't tell me whether it is better to establish a direct lineage or a virtuous one."

"Everyone has a different opinion about what is virtuous and what is not virtuous. On the contrary, it is clear at a glance who is the direct descendant. A man should be loyal to the emperor and patriotic. It is better to be a pure minister without fear of disputes."

"Hahaha." Xuexue Zhuang said with a smile: "It's really rare for Miss Six to have such insight at such a young age."

(End of this chapter)