Early Tang Dynasty: forge ahead

Chapter 154 Mr. Chen and Wang Zuocai

Looking at the somewhat aggressive Xu Jingzong, Chen Qingsi did not show any restraint, but smiled naturally and said: "If I can make the decision, Ling Sun will definitely be the one to do it."

Xu Yanbo was overjoyed when he heard this.

With Xu Jingzong's powerful position, it was only a matter of words for Xu Yanbo to enter the official position.

Xu Yanbo initially had no intention of taking the imperial examination and looked down upon the so-called number one scholar at all.

But Xu Jingzong's words changed his attitude.

Xu Jingzong had extraordinary political acumen. He analyzed some patterns from Li Zhi's attitude towards talents and judged that the No. [-] scholar would become more and more important in the next few decades, and would even be associated with civil service, at least in Li Zhi's dynasty. .

Now, take advantage of the opportunity to get the No. [-] pick, and get it first to avoid any setbacks in the future.

If Chen Qingsi heard this, he would probably give Xu Jingzong a thumbs up. No wonder this insight would become the only evergreen tree in the Li Zhi Dynasty.

In history, as the imperial examination system gradually took shape, the unwritten rule gradually formed that only those with Jinshi, Mingjing and Jinshi backgrounds were qualified to serve as prime ministers.Very few prime ministers who were not born as Jinshi would even be despised and ridiculed.

Before Xu Jingzong could say anything, Xu Yanbo had already stepped forward and bowed in obeisance: "Sir, the kindness of mentoring me will never be forgotten in my life."

But Xu Jingzong heard the hidden meaning, waved his hand to stop Xu Yanbo and said, "Mr. Chen seems to have other intentions?"

Because of the prosperous Tang Dynasty, Xu Jingzong did not have a good impression of Chen Qingsi, but he cherished fame and was in a high position, so it was inconvenient to argue with him.

However, Chen Qingsi has great potential, and Xu Jingzong was moved to support him.

Palace style poetry and Tang Dynasty style are incompatible with each other, but Xu Jingzong can tolerate Chen Qingsi and show the world his mind as a prime minister.

Of course, the matter can't be discussed, it's just another situation.

Chen Qingsi pondered for a moment and said: "Although this matter is not considered a secret, I have never told anyone else. If Mr. Xu asks about it, I can't hide it. In the coming year, a new policy will be adopted for the imperial examination, and the top three will also be personally presented in the palace by your Majesty. It has been finalized beforehand and no one can interfere.”

Xu Jingzong narrowed his eyes and said: "In this case, it's me Meng Lang. It doesn't matter, sir, all you need to do is ensure that my grandson can come to the palace and accept your majesty's assessment."

Chen Qingsi said: "I'm afraid I can't do it."

Xu Jingzong looked solemn and said, "Why?"

"In the coming year, the imperial examination will adopt a name-blinding system. The names of all candidates' examination papers will be printed on paper. The examiners will not be able to know who wrote the examination papers."

Xu Jingzong said: "This is also simple. It can be determined by taking notes."

Chen Qingsi continued to shake his head: "There will be a special person responsible for copying the papers, and all the notes will be useless. Instead, there will be punishment for dirty papers..."

There was no anger in Xu Jingzong's eyes, but fear, and he said: "The test questions are set by Mr. Chen, right?"

"That's true!" Chen Qingsi said: "If Mr. Xu can determine the scope of the examination from Your Majesty in advance, I can determine the examination questions. According to the new regulations, Your Majesty decided on the scope of the scientific examination and sent someone to the examination room early that morning. The examiner then selects the test questions.”

Chen Qingsi smiled secretly in her heart. The imperial examination has been developing in China for thousands of years, and various fraudulent methods have emerged in endlessly.Every imperial examination is a battle. In order to eliminate fraud in the imperial examination, policies are constantly revised to fill in the gaps.I can’t say it’s perfect, but at least there won’t be any obvious loopholes to exploit.

No matter how great Xu Jingzong is, he can't find an opportunity.

Xu Jingzong clapped vigorously with both hands and laughed: "Okay, wonderful. Mr. Chen is really a strange person! You will preside over the imperial examination, so I feel relieved... Go down!"

He said and waved his hand, letting Xu Yanbo go down.

Chen Qingsi understood and said: "Ms. Xu is trying me!"

Seeing Chen Qingsi, Xu Jingzong immediately realized what he meant. He took a deep look at him and said, "Mr. Chen is young, your Majesty values ​​you, and he has a heavy responsibility. As a servant, I naturally have the obligation to monitor whether Mr. Chen is worthy of your Majesty's responsibility." Deserving of His Majesty’s trust.”

This is not appropriate for others to say.

But coming from Xu Jingzong's mouth, it was reasonable.

Xu Jingzong was appointed as one of the ministers, and he was the number one in the provincial department.The subordinate provinces are responsible for reviewing edicts, signing memorials, and have the power to refute and supervise.

Officials under the jurisdiction of the province are responsible for the mistakes made in the affairs, the casual cavalry, and the admonishment officials.Chen Qingsi bowed and said, "I wonder if this official deserves your majesty's trust?"

Xu Jingzong did not answer directly, but his eyes were full of approval and he said seriously: "Although Mr. Chen is young, he is as talented as a king. He should be a prominent official and become famous in the world."

Chen Qingsi was neither arrogant nor impetuous, but she knew in her heart that she had made the right bet. She bowed and said, "Thank you, Mr. Xu. I will be loyal to the country and live up to expectations."

Xu Jingzong is Li Zhi's most trusted minister, and Li Yifu is Li Zhi's sword.

Li Zhi handed over Dali Temple to them and asked them to deal with people they didn't like.

Offending Li Yifu is not fatal, and offending Xu Jingzong also has room for maneuver, but offending both of them is possible.

Even if they are not unable to survive, they still have to walk around with their eyes wide open and live under the noses of a group of admonishers every day.

Xu Jingzong and Li Yifu are the same kind of people, but they are slightly different.

The difference is that Xu Jingzong is a rational snake, while Li Yifu is a lawless cat...

In terms of ability, Xu Jingzong is stronger, but he has a fatal weakness.

Xu Jingzong recommended Xu Yanbo today, which shows that he has certain expectations for the future of the Xu family.

age……

No matter how well he takes care of himself, Xu Jingzong will be 65 this year.

Life is rare in the past seventy years.

At this age, Xu Jingzong thinks more not about himself, but about the glory of the Xu family.

This is Xu Jingzong's weakness.

Xu Jingzong personally escorted Chen Qingsi out of the Xu family's residence.

"Ms. sir, please come back!"

Chen Qingsi bowed and left.

How could Xu Jingzong not see that Chen Qingsi was showing off her abilities to him?
But this is what he is eating now.

Chen Qingsi was entrusted with important tasks by Emperor Li Zhi, and within one year, he could not be touched.If the imperial examination is successfully completed, at least there will be a few years of immunity from death.

People like Chen Qingsi will eventually rise to prominence if they are not killed immediately.

He is too young.

Xu Jingzong didn't know how long he could live. The Xu family had lost his blessing and could not be Chen Qingsi's opponent.

Rather than making a big enemy for your descendants, it is better to form a good relationship and find a protective umbrella for the Xu family's future.

Xu Jingzong is ten or 20 years younger, and he believes that he can definitely suppress Chen Qingsi, but at the age of 65, he really has no good way to face the 23-year-old Chen Qingsi.

Youth is capital.

Chen Qingsi took control of his destiny.

Looking at the young figure, Xu Jingzong shook his head and chuckled: "You are young and promising."

The greatest strength of a person like him is to know current affairs, know how to seek good luck and avoid bad luck, and choose the way of survival that is most beneficial to him.Chen Qingsi was given the upper hand, and she was not at all depressed. Instead, she calmly allowed Xu Yanbo to get closer to Chen Qingsi.

　I coded a chapter on my mobile phone in the hospital and wrote my best wishes to my brothers and sisters again!

　　
　
(End of this chapter)