Hearing Gu Siyuan's call, Ran Fang did not answer him, but was thinking about his own question.
He only told the story about the imperial examination system yesterday afternoon. Only Fusu and Ying Zheng heard it at that time, and he also specifically ordered Ying Zheng not to tell anyone about it.
Fusu has been in prison with him and has no chance to contact people outside, so the problem lies with Ying Zheng.
A businessman was able to meet Ying Zheng in such a short period of time and told Ying Zheng such an important matter as the imperial examination system, allowing him to issue a decree the next day.
This is too unbelievable!
Thinking of what Ying Zheng encountered every time he came, as well as his whole demeanor and casual words, they all seemed to illustrate his identity.
There were so many clues in front of him, but he didn't quite believe in himself, so he ignored them.
Following Gu Siyuan's words and Fusu's guilty look, all the things he had doubted before seemed to have answers at this moment.
He looked at Gu Siyuan and asked, "Do you want to become an official in the court?"
Being frightened by Ran Fang's eyes just now, Gu Siyuan could only sit there and wait for Ran Fang to think.
Now that Ran Fang's expression had returned to normal and he asked him this question, he immediately nodded excitedly.
"right."
"Don't you think so, sir?"
Then, without waiting for Ran Fang's answer, he said to himself: "It's a pity that merchants couldn't be officials before. Now that your Majesty is willing to accept the head of Guizhou, then naturally I can do it too."
"If I can become an official in the court one day, I will definitely learn from Xianyang's magistrates who are honest and talented, and I will never join in with those people!"
Seeing how passionate he was, Ran Fang didn't expect it.
Unexpectedly, Lian Liangcai still had supporters. If he could hear it, he would probably feel relieved.
"good very good."
"If you have the heart and the ability, then you can naturally become an official in the court."
Gu Siyuan raised his neck proudly, as if inspired by Ran Fang, and looked very confident in himself.
Seeing him like this, Ran Fang didn't laugh at all and just asked casually: "This imperial examination will definitely cause a lot of fluctuations."
"There must be a lot of people who enter Xianyang to participate in the imperial examination."
"When there are so many people, it will be hard for those who look through the answers. After all, there are so many bamboo slips, and it will take a lot of effort to read them."
Hearing what Ran Fang said, Fusu's originally relaxed expression immediately became tense.
Just as he was about to open his mouth to explain, he heard Gu Siyuan had already spoken, with the same arrogant expression.
"Don't worry, sir, this matter has been resolved."
"A few months ago, the imperial court obtained a magical object called paper. It is as light as cicada wings. You can write and draw on it. It will not smudge and is easy to store."
"Although it is not sold in Xianyang City now, officials in the imperial court can receive a few copies every month. When the time comes, the imperial examinations will also use this thing, so there will be no problem that Mr. will worry about."
After finishing speaking, he didn't even look at Fu Su. He looked at Ran Fang in surprise and said loudly: "I heard that this thing was also made by Mr. Sir. Did Mr. forget it?"
From the moment he heard "paper", Ran Fang's suspicions were confirmed, and there was no expression on his face.
Although he had previously guessed that Ying Zheng and Fu Su had unusual identities, he did not expect that their identities would be so noble.
However, since Fusu is not willing to speak out yet, and Gu Siyuan is here, he does not intend to speak out about it.
He nodded perfunctorily towards Gu Siyuan and said casually: "I forgot."
"In this case, you can go back to your house and start preparing. You will definitely come out on top in the imperial examination!"
"That's natural!" Gu Siyuan patted his chest, as if he had seen his success.
"I feel more relieved to have my husband support me."
"In that case, I will go back first and have someone deliver some delicious food to you in a few days."
After saying that, he left in a hurry, just as angry as when he came.
After he got there, Fusu sat there uneasily, wanting to explain to Ran Fang, but he didn't know where to start, so he could only wait for Ran Fang's "trial".
But Ran Fang acted as if nothing had happened, he just sat there calmly and continued what he was doing.
He had no intention of questioning Fusu or exploring the truth of the matter.
This made Fusu a little confused, wondering what Ran Fang meant?
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Zhangtai Palace.
Ying Zheng sat on the high platform, thinking about the expressions of the officials this morning, and knew that they all disagreed with this matter.
But he didn't care, but he had to find an official who could take the imperial examination.
While he was thinking about it, Wei Liang walked in from outside the main hall and said respectfully: "Your Majesty, Prime Minister Li, Wang Yushi and others are outside asking for an audience."
Ying Zheng showed no expression, raised his head and nodded slightly.
"Xuan."
It was expected that Li Si came to see him, but he didn't expect that Li Si could not wait so impatiently, and that so many ministers also came together.
It seems that he wants to hold the imperial examination system, but it is rare for them to unite.
He raised his head and looked at Li Si and Wang Wan, who were wearing official uniforms, and the people behind them.
"See Your Majesty."
"Get up."
After everyone stood up, Li Si raised his head and looked at Ying Zheng. From Ying Zheng's eyes, he could feel that Ying Zheng knew what he was going to say and would definitely not agree with it.
But no matter what, he must fulfill his duties as prime minister.
He knelt straight on the ground, and the ministers behind him also knelt down and shouted in unison: "Please take back your order."
Ying Zheng didn't speak, his brows were slightly furrowed, and his eyes were fixed on the people in the middle of the hall.
Li Si, Wang Wan and others could feel the oppressive look from Ying Zheng.
But they were not afraid at all, and even straightened their backs.
Li Si was originally planning to go to Xianyang Prison to ask Ran Fang to persuade his majesty to take back his life, but he did not expect that Wang Wan would come to him and express his views on the imperial examination system, and felt that his majesty should take back his life.
Otherwise, when His Majesty issues a decree, the matter will be irreversible.
Thinking about it, he, Wang Wan and others, after discussing with the ministers, came to the palace together to ask to see His Majesty.
When Wang Wan saw that no one was speaking, he raised his head and said loudly: "Your Majesty, I think this matter is inappropriate."
"Now the remnants of the Six Kingdoms are eyeing the Great Qin. If they are allowed to serve as officials in the dynasty, wouldn't they be putting the safety of the Great Qin at risk?"
"When the time comes when they make profits for the old lands of the Six Kingdoms, how will Great Qin deal with it?"
"That will cause the imperial officials to become disloyal and distracted. How will they face the people of Qin then?"
"Therefore, I sincerely request your Majesty to take back your order."
Wang Wan has always done what Ying Zheng says, but this is the first time he dares to face Ying Zheng like this and say these disapproving words.
He was also beating a drum in his heart. After thinking about this matter, he was afraid that he would be recorded by His Majesty.
Sure enough, upon hearing Wang Wan's words, Ying Zheng's frown deepened.
"You are all seeing this corruption case."
"If Da Qin's officials don't change, I'm afraid they will all become moths. Then what future does Da Qin have?!"
"I have already decided on the issue of the imperial examination system. Don't mention it again!"
"You are not allowed to bother Ran Fang in prison. If he finds out about this, I will never forgive him lightly!"
This was Ying Zheng's purpose in letting them in. He knew that someone would definitely bring this matter to Ran Fang.
He was worried that Ran Fang would hold a grudge against "Uncle Su". No matter what he wanted to know, Ran Fang wouldn't be able to tell him.
Seeing this, Li Si and others lowered their heads and wanted to argue a few more words, but Ying Zheng waved his hand and signaled Wei Liang to drive them all out.
Wei Liang understood immediately and stepped forward and said, "My lords, please."
Then he whispered: "Your Majesty is in a bad mood today. If you continue to insist, I'm afraid you will get into trouble."
