The matter of the imperial examination was thus settled. It has to be fast and it has to be steady.
Wu Nian was relieved to have Liu Zhixing and others taking care of things. Moreover. Liu Zhixing said it more tactfully. Compared with Chu State, its territory is vast.
Han State is just a small quagmire. The territory is large, and it will take time to gather people for examinations.
The site is small, and a lot of time can be saved by concentrating people.
There will be no problem with the imperial examination next fall.
However, something happened that caught Wu Nian off guard.
December sixteenth.
Morning.
Although it was still early and the weather was cold. But Chengjiang County, the capital of the Han Dynasty, is already quite lively. And because of the new year, people's desire for consumption is high, making business very prosperous.
"Da da da."
Amidst the sound of the rapid march of men and horses, a large group of men and horses surrounded the King of Han's Luan Yu and moved forward. The people were caught off guard and quickly separated on both sides. Seeing this, they couldn't help but feel worried.
"It seems like something big happened?"
"Could it be that the Meng Yuan people came back?"
"Probably not. The Meng Yuan people were severely injured by the king's beating. Even if they get beaten back, what else can they do? And looking at the king like this, he seems to be in a hurry."
The large group of people arrived in front of Chen Guogong's mansion.
The Duke's Mansion is luxurious and luxurious, with red doors and copper nails, showing the momentum of the mansion of the top dignitaries of the Han Dynasty.
The door of the mansion is wide open. Li Yong's son Li Ping led his servants to greet him.
After seeing Wu Nian getting off Luan Yu, Li Ping's eyes turned red, he stepped forward and saluted, "Your Majesty."
"No need to say more." Wu Nian waved to him, then entered Chen Guogong's mansion with a serious face and went straight to Li Yong's bedroom.
The bedroom was filled with the pungent smell of soup.
Wu Nian frowned and looked at Li Yong on the bed. Li Yong was old, his hair was white as frost, and he was lying on the bed, very weak.
"Your Majesty, Your Majesty." Li Yong struggled to sit up, but couldn't.
Wu Nian looked at him and felt very distressed. Also very scared. More than ten years have passed in the blink of an eye, and this old brother may be gone at any time.
This time he became seriously ill.
I don’t know if I can get through it.
"Lie down, lie down." Wu Nian stepped forward, stopped Li Yong, and pressed his body to lie down.
Li Ping stood aside, wiping tears.
"Your Majesty. I am ashamed to have asked Your Majesty to bother you." Li Yong took a breath and said.
"What are you talking about? We are old brothers. You are sick, how can I not come to see you? Besides, come to see you, why bother?" Wu Nian looked at Li Yong complainingly, and then said softly : "Don't think about anything. Leave all national affairs to Liu Zhixing and Zhang Haiping."
"Just relax and recuperate."
As he said this, Wu Nian felt ashamed and said, "Over the past few years, I have been a hand-off shopkeeper and handed over the heavy national affairs to you, which has made you tired."
"Your Majesty's words are serious." Li Yong shook his head, looked at Wu Nian and said sincerely: "Your Majesty has no doubts about employing people and leaves all important national affairs to us."
"How many ministers can only ask for it."
“It’s not too late for us to be grateful.”
A word spoken entirely from the heart. Li Yong has held a high position in recent years, and has come into contact with and knows more.
The founding king of the previous dynasty had many heroes killed.
Wu Nian is really a harmonious place here. Civil servants and military generals are not afraid of suspicion while they are alive. After death, there is no need to worry about descendants.
Such a wise king, such a relaxed court.
How many ministers could not ask for more.
Being able to serve as an official in the Han Dynasty and become a cabinet minister. Li Yong's heart was full of gratitude, and he also lamented the wonder of fate.
in those days.
I, the old man, am just a veteran.
Now he is the second assistant to the cabinet, Chen Guogong.
The encounters in life are truly a dream.
Wu Nian shook his head, still ashamed. Li Yong is really old, and there are so many heavy government affairs weighing on him.
The monarch and his ministers talked for a while. Li Yong stretched out his hand to pull the quilt and took the initiative to say to Wu Nian: "Your Majesty, I am old. I am unable to do my daily work. Even if the disease can be cured, I am afraid it will be just a waste of time."
"Old minister, you cannot occupy your position and do nothing. I ask you to resign."
Wu Nian was very moved. Should he let Li Yong take off his burden and take care of himself? But then he thought about it, what if Li Yong was relieved of his burden?
After thinking for a moment, Wu Nian shook his head and said, "No. You are old enough to seek the country, and the country cannot do without you."
Immediately, Wu Nian didn't wait for Li Yong to speak, and said with a smile: "However, it is a fact that cabinet ministers are busy with affairs. I will promote a few more people to expand the cabinet staff. Just treat it as if you are just doing it. When you go to work and get off work on weekdays, when you encounter It’s a big deal, come up with an idea.”
As soon as Li Yong heard this, he could no longer say anything about his resignation. makes sense. As the cabinet expands, their workload is relatively reduced.
He can also be a wood carving and clay sculpture with peace of mind.
He acts as a mascot on weekdays and will be there for whatever happens.
"Thank you, Your Majesty." Li Yong said.
"By the way. Talking about expanding the cabinet. Do you have any candidates?" Wu Nian asked while the iron was hot.
Although he doesn't care about anything, he knows all the people under him. In an instant, there were many candidates in my mind.
But Cabinet Minister, this is not an easy decision.
Wu Nian had to seek opinions from many parties before he could decide on the person.
The king and his ministers are of one mind and have no need to worry. Li Yong replied: "Your Majesty. Gongsun Sang, the Minister of Household Affairs, is good at collecting money and is loyal to your Majesty. He is the best choice."
"In the imperial court, the ministers, ministers, and chief officials of various ministries are all excellent. In terms of ability, the veteran minister has no choice. But in terms of status, the veteran minister recommended Cui Wushuang, the left minister of the Ministry of Rites, to join the cabinet."
Wu Nian immediately understood Li Yong's intention. That day, regarding the imperial examination, I divided the quota for admission into Jinshi into nine parts.
Five people from Liaodong.
Youyan people four.
And now that the cabinet is expanding, it would be unjustifiable if there is not a Youyan person in it.
Cui Wushuang has enough fame and abilities. Although he does not have much advantage over other outstanding officials in terms of ability, he has an advantage in terms of status.
After thinking for a moment, Wu Nian nodded and said, "Okay, I will consider it."
"Thank you, Your Majesty." Li Yong nodded.
Seeing that he was weak, Wu Nian stopped disturbing him and let his servants in. He and Li Ping left the bedroom together. in front of the door. Wu Nian said to Li Ping, "My dear nephew. I let Dr. Li from Tai Hospital stay at your house. You should also take good care of your father. If you encounter any difficulties, tell me immediately."
Li Ping is similar in age to Wu Nian, but there is no sense of incompatibility when he is called a nephew.
"Thank you, Your Majesty." Li Ping said with sincere gratitude.
Wu Nian nodded, and with Li Ping's farewell, he left the Duke's Mansion, got on the Luan Yu, and returned to the palace. He summoned Liu Zhixing and Zhang Haiping in the imperial study room and asked them for their opinions.
The matter was settled.
As long as Li Yong is still alive, he will not be an old fool anymore. Just continue to be his second assistant.
Gongsun Sang and Cui Wushuang entered the cabinet.
