Wang Ji rode a horse, surrounded by dozens of knights, and drove slowly on the road to Luoyang.
Behind him, there was a carriage with ceremonial guards at the front and back. It looked like a high-level official from Wei Dynasty was traveling.
When this group of people came to a city again, they were ready to rest here.
The officials here naturally rushed to greet him.
Facing Wang Ji, the governor of Jingzhou, the officials in these counties were frightened, and when the people on the carriage got off, they became even more frightened.
The person who got off the carriage was Wang Chang, the general who conquered the south.
Wang Chang is now over sixty years old, but he holds a high position of authority. Among the four expeditions and four towns, because of the word "big", even if all four expeditions share the same table, he can still be among the best and sit at the front during military meetings.
Wang Chang got off the carriage, looked around, and then said to Wang Ji: "Let all the officials go back. We are just resting here and will set off tomorrow. We don't need them to serve."
Wang Ji accepted the order and immediately told the officials not to pay a visit but to go back first.
The local officials paid their respects again and again and left immediately.
Wang Chang followed Wang Ji towards the residence arranged by local officials. While walking on the road, Wang Chang suddenly said: "Your Majesty's policy is still useful."
Wang Ji nodded, "Along the way, the changes have become more and more obvious."
"When we first came out of Jingzhou, we could still see a lot of people taking orders, riding horses, and people who wanted to hold a big banquet. But now, the situation seems to be getting better."
"Your Majesty really wants to govern the world well. He sends his servants to various places, not just for his own reputation."
Wang Chang commented: "Since ancient times, this servant has traveled to various places with integrity. The real purpose is not to inspect the local area. It is to let the world know about His Majesty's kindness and to show kindness to the local area."
"To put it simply, it's just for the few strokes of the historian."
"But your Majesty is different now. He really wants to rectify the administration. Along the way, we can see that officials do not dare to neglect. The truly talented officials are satisfied with their ambitions. The officials who have made mistakes are extremely frightened and even want to ask for help." I’m here to help.”
"This is a practical emperor."
Wang Chang had a high opinion of the emperor.
The two entered the inner room and sat down facing each other.
Wang Chang said: "We will arrive in Luoyang soon. There are some things I want to discuss with you."
Wang Chang and Wang Ji guarded Jingzhou over the years. They cooperated well and had some friendship. Although it was not as close as the Yangzhou governor Wenqin and Guanqiu Jian, there were no major differences.
Wang Ji quickly acted like he was listening carefully.
Wang Chang then said: "I received two letters."
"The first letter was written by Shizhong Zhonghui. He hoped that I could go to Luoyang to meet His Majesty."
"The second letter was written by Shangshu Pushe Xunyi. He hoped that I could go to Luoyang to meet His Majesty."
Wang Ji asked: "Then for whose sake does the prince come to Luoyang this time?"
Wang Chang smiled bitterly, "This is what I want to discuss with you."
"For whose sake?"
Zhong Hui and Xun Yi now represent two different camps.
Although both parties assist the emperor and govern the world, they pursue completely different things.
Since the incident with Guo Zhang, the relationship between the ministers and the emperor has become increasingly acute. Although the victory of Yongliang made the emperor dominate the ministers, the ministers did not give in.
Do you want to be favored by the emperor or support by the ministers?
This is a major question before Wang Chang.
With Wang Chang's qualifications and status, he is really worthy of Zhuge Dan Wang Su. Among the three princes in the temple, except Zheng Chong, no one can stabilize him.
If the temple wants to appoint a new general, regardless of the close relationship in His Majesty's heart, then Wang Chang will definitely have the highest priority.
Not only because there is a big character in his prefix, but also because his clan is huge and his classics are passed down from generation to generation.
Wang Chang obviously hopes to advance and retreat with Wang Ji, and it is best for both parties to be in the same camp.
Wang Ji began to think deeply, and then asked: "My lord, how do you think your majesty compares with the general?"
"Your Majesty is still young. As time goes by, he will definitely become even better."
"Then how do you think you compare with the general?"
Wang Chang laughed, "Then I know how to choose."
The two rested here for a day, and then speeded up their journey to Luoyang.
The local situation is improving, and the inspection by the ministers has played a certain role. Even if it is just a temporary pretense, it is much better than before. Wang Chang believes that the most important thing is that this action has inspired many talents with real talents and hard work. .
The overall quality of the officials in the Wei Dynasty is not high, but this does not mean that there are no talented people among them, especially at the bottom, there are still many outstanding talents from poor families.
As for outstanding talents who come from a wealthy family, you don’t have to worry about not being recognized for your talent. If you come from a wealthy family, you can get ahead even if you don’t have talent, let alone those who are talented and learned?
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The buried talents are often those from lower backgrounds.
In the fourth year of Qinglong, Emperor Wei Ming issued an edict to seek talents. Sima Yi personally recommended him, and Wang Chang came into the emperor's sight.
Wang Chang later served as the governor of Xuzhou. He attached great importance to the administration of officials, vigorously promoted many talents from low-level backgrounds, and dealt heavily with the officials under his command.
At the same time, he cultivated farmland locally, hoarded grain and grass, and did an excellent job in government affairs.
Later, when he entered the temple, when King Cao Fang of Qi asked about the strategy of governing the country, Wang Chang wrote again and gave five political strategies.
These five rules for governing the country can be regarded as one of the few contents in the entire Wei Dynasty that focus on the level of government officials.
This is why Wang Chang cared so much about the emperor's rectification of officialdom.
Wang Chang's five-point petition, to this day, no one can surpass him.
He believes that in governing the country, the first step is to uphold orthodoxy, encourage academics, suppress empty talk, build schools on a large scale, allow students to enroll, and cultivate talents.
Second, we need to establish an examination system. Examination is a standard. Without a standard, merit cannot be measured. It is nonsense to promote or dismiss someone without an examination and to judge whether someone has talent through evaluation.
Third, he believed that the terms of office of officials were too short, and officials were directly promoted without any political performance. They should set up longer terms, observe their actions, and then promote and appoint those who have political achievements.
Fourth, reduce the actual income of officials and make them aware of the shame of being honest! Don't let them exploit the people!
Fifth, luxury is strictly prohibited, and reference is encouraged. Officials must be restricted in their residence, travel, clothing, and diet. They are not allowed to act recklessly. If they dare to exceed a certain level, they will be punished with the crime of transgression.
To be honest, Wang Chang's five-point petition was formulated based on the level of contemporary officials and many hidden dangers.
His five-point petition became an important basis for future generations to understand the officials of the Wei and Jin Dynasties. It can be seen from Wang Chang's petition that the officials at that time did not pass examinations, had no talents, low talent reserves, and no political achievements. They liked luxury and squeezed common people
Just from these five points in the letter, and Wang Chang's courage to write in this way, we can know that Wang Chang's vision and talent are far ahead among the ministers.
The emperor was very happy and felt that what Wang Chang said made sense.
An edict was issued to praise him and then put him in charge of the examination.
But that’s why there’s no more content.
The emperor seemed to care more about the few strokes in the history books. On a certain day of a certain year, a certain month, the minister proposed a very important political strategy, and the emperor readily accepted it and rewarded him.
But what about behind?
There is no more behind.
Wang Chang also said later that he did not know the specific methods of examination and calculation of political achievements. He should find someone who specializes in this knowledge, and everyone can work out the specific implementation methods of such examinations and political achievements.
But, no one cares anymore, they have already given you rewards, why are you talking so much?
Along the way, Wang Chang saw the changes in officials in various places, and he had the same emotion as before.
Wang Chang is a person who can really get things done, but he is also worried.
Although the emperor is determined to rectify the government, his ideas are not very recognized by the ministers. They all support verbally, but will not formally pass it. This young emperor, can he understand these letters of mine?
Although the emperor has shown certain talents in strategy and military fields, he has not made any contribution in politics.
If I want to implement these government affairs in detail, I am afraid I will face too much pressure.
Wang Chang sat in the carriage and slowly closed his eyes.
No matter what the emperor thinks, he still finds an opportunity to mention this matter. Maybe he will be interested?
The group soon arrived in Luoyang.
After making a decision, they will no longer delay to observe the situation, and the speed will naturally be very fast.
When they arrived in Luoyang, the emperor naturally went out to greet them.
The return of the Four Expeditions Generals should be on such a scale.
"Greetings to Your Majesty!!"
Wang Chang leaned towards Cao Mao and saluted, and Cao Mao looked at the general who was conquering the south in front of him.
Another confidant of the Sima family.
Although he is a close associate of the Sima family, he comes from a wealthy family, which is different from people like Zhuge Dan who seek fame. Which side will he choose to stand on?
The attitude of the ministers towards him is different from that towards Wang Su. If he is willing to help the rich clan, the ministers will surely welcome him.
Cao Mao helped him up with a smile.
"I heard that General Wang was ill, but now it seems that he has recovered?"
"Due to your Majesty's kindness, I am no longer in any serious trouble. I learned that your Majesty had summoned me and came in a hurry without delay."
Cao Mao immediately asked the officials to come to pay homage. Compared with Wang Chang, Cao Mao cared more about Wang Ji who was standing behind him.
Wang Ji is an underestimated general. His strategic level is extremely high. In history, he has expressed his opinions on the temple's strategy many times, and almost never made any mistakes. His strategic vision is enough to compete with Deng Ai. .
Deng Ai resisted Shu, Wang Jilai resisted Wu, our great Wei is impregnable!
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