Forecasting sunshine and rain is almost like witchcraft in the eyes of Qin people. Recalling that the banishment of immortals came from the Chu region, Confucian scholars are almost certain that this is the Chu people's way of pretending to be gods and ghosts.
Confucian scholars are very resistant to this kind of thing. Involuntarily, it showed in his expression and tone.
Li Shui looked the Confucian scholar up and down and asked, "Why, you don't believe it?"
The Confucian scholar said nothing, which meant that he acquiesced.
Li Shui sneered: "Do you want to bet your life?"
The Confucian scholar suddenly changed his color and flatly refused: "I won't gamble."
After answering this sentence, he seemed to feel a little embarrassed, and added: "I am a Confucian scholar, and I respect Confucius's etiquette and music. Betting on life is too cruel, and a gentleman will not do it." "
Next, he said something about a gentleman's fight, and everything must be shot, which Li Shui couldn't understand.
Li Shui chuckled: "Since you don't dare to risk your life, don't question me."
The Confucian scholar said a little unwillingly: "Sunny and rainy things are the way of heaven. How can the power of heaven be measured?"
When Li Shui heard this, he immediately rolled his eyes, then saluted Ying Zheng and said, "Your Majesty, it is just like the round earth theory and the heliocentric theory. All mysterious things can be explored to find out their causes."
"As for whether it is sunny or rainy in the sky, it can also be studied. By then, mortals will have mastered the way of heaven and acquired the abilities of immortals. If you always fear the way of heaven and do not investigate the way of heaven, how can you live forever? How can you conquer the Qin Dynasty? Build a paradise on earth?"
"There are some adults in the court who stick to their incompleteness and do not want to make progress. I think this is very dangerous."
Ying Zheng nodded.
The Confucian scholar's face turned red. He suddenly hated himself a little. Why didn't he master Mencius's eloquence?
As a result, this was not the end, Li Shui said again: "His Majesty has just agreed. The Shangjun Courtyard will come forward and unite the patent winners to jointly study everything in the world. I plan to publish a book in the future. This book will be published every year Supplement, which describes various achievements in Shangjun's Villa."
"I request your Majesty that after this book comes out, all ministers must study it and conduct regular assessments. Anyone who fails to pass the test will be dismissed immediately. Otherwise, the lunar eclipse will be regarded as a celestial dog and the forecast of sunshine and rain as a witchcraft."
Ying Zheng said calmly: "If the content in the book is verified, it is true. Yes."
When the ministers heard this, they almost fainted. This is a sudden disaster.
Many people looked at the Confucian scholar who just spoke, and their teeth itched with hatred, and they were thinking in their hearts: Are you full? Why are you teasing Huaiguzi when you have nothing to do? It's okay now, but we still have to take regular assessments every day... Is this still a human life?
Knowing that he had offended the public, the Confucian scholar lowered his head with a sad face and did not dare to speak any more.
Normally, Chunyu Yue would have stood up and said a few words to defend this Confucian scholar. But today...Chun Yuyue fell asleep again.
He just slept, but he was discovered by Li Shui.
Li Shui said with a smile: "Dr. Chunyu, what a sweet dream."
Suddenly, all eyes were focused on Chunyu Yue.
Fusu's head was so big that he quickly poked Chunyu Yue. Chunyu Yue woke up from his sleep. When he saw this posture, he immediately understood everything.
He gained wisdom in his haste and said: "Today, I was worried about Xiang Liang in the south and couldn't sleep at night. It was not until I got to the court today and saw the majesty of His Majesty and the wisdom of the ministers that I felt a little more at ease. Once this person relaxes, he will inevitably..."
When the officials heard this, they were stunned. Their first reaction was that Dr. Chunyu was so eloquent. The second reaction was, why do these words sound so familiar?
Soon, someone focused their attention on Li Shui: What the hell? Is this the same reason used to banish an immortal to sleep in front of His Majesty last time?
Many courtiers looked at Chunyu Yue sadly: Was he even assimilated by Huai Guzi, a shameless person? A flattering villain like Zhou Qingchen could just follow Huai Guzi and do evil. Your virtuous and upright Chun Yuyue has also sided with Huaiguzi?
For a time, many people had a sense of sadness that I was alone in the world.
Ying Zheng did not criticize Chunyu Yue harshly. On the one hand, he really believed in Chunyu Yue's words. On the other hand, Chunyu Yue had gray hair. He was indeed old and in low spirits. It was understandable that he would take a nap occasionally.
Ying Zheng acted decisively, but not ruthlessly.
By this time, the court meeting was basically over. Ying Zheng suddenly said: "I want to start implementing the parallel system of counties and states. In the near future, I will make all the princes kings and go to guard them in various places. After the ministers go back, they will think about it carefully. Ten days later, we will discuss it in detail in the court. "
One sentence shocked the civil and military officials of the entire court.
Does this mean the parallelism of counties and states is implemented?
For a long time, His Majesty wanted to promote the parallel operation of counties and states, and these ministers all knew it. But they didn't expect that things would come back so suddenly.
In fact, after thinking about it carefully, some smart courtiers also understood the general idea.
Why does Your Majesty want all the princes to participate in this imperial examination? I am afraid that I have already thought of testing the young masters. Those who do not perform well in this imperial examination may be made princes and leave the capital. The one who performed well stayed in Xianyang and became the prince.
For a time, many people focused their attention on Fu Yao and Fu Su.
Fu Yao was His Majesty's favorite son, and he ranked first in the imperial examination. With the support of his favorite minister, Fu Yao could be said to be the best candidate for the crown prince. The only drawback is that he is younger.
As for Fusu, he was also highly intelligent and ranked among the best in the imperial examination. He was also mature and steady, and won the hearts of the people. He was praised by all the civil and military officials in the court. In addition, he is the eldest son and has natural advantages.
Therefore, it is probably still unknown who the crown prince's position will fall to.
In the corner, Hu Hai looked at Fusu and Fu Yao with a gloomy look.
He did well in the exam this time, but he was only in the middle of the pack. There is no comparison with these two top guys.
Do you want to be a prince and be assigned to a remote place?
This is not the Western Zhou Dynasty, and the princes cannot have much room for development. Let alone dominate one party after several generations. It is still unknown whether this generation will be able to die.
Hu Hai clenched his fists and muttered silently in his heart: "Prince, you must be a prince."
But...how can it be done?
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Just as the ministers were discussing, Ying Zheng suddenly said: "Where are the scholars who took the imperial examination this year?"
Zhou Qingchen and others stood up and said, "Your Majesty, we are all waiting outside the palace."
Ying Zheng said: "Let them come in, I want to see them."
A young eunuch immediately went to deliver the order.
Hundreds of people participated in the imperial examination this time. Thirty people were admitted based on their scores. The admission rate is almost 10%, which is not low.
Of course, the main reason is that there were relatively few scholars participating in the first imperial examination. When the imperial examination becomes more popular in the future, the number of admissions will be adjusted.
Not long after, the thirty people arrived at the Council Hall with nervous expressions on their faces.
Ying Zheng looked at them for a while, nodded with satisfaction, and said: "They are indeed talented people. You are all the pillars of our Great Qin. In the future, you will be the generals and prime ministers, and we will bring peace to the world. You will be indispensable."
These scholars were trembling with excitement.
Ying Zheng smiled slightly and said: "I will follow the previous suggestion of banishing immortals and order you to be... to be..."
Not far away, Li Shui understood what he was thinking and reminded in a low voice: "Trainee official."
Ying Zheng nodded: "Yes, trainee officials. Prime Minister Wang Wan will arrange your whereabouts. After one year of assessment, the top ten will be selected based on their political performance."
At this moment, all the scholars became nervous.
This is not something you can become an official by working hard, but you have to surpass twenty other people. They looked at each other and realized that everyone was a threat to them.
Ying Zheng suddenly asked: "Who is Jing Gao and who is Xiong Pi?"
Jing Gao and Xiong Pei stood up.
Ying Zheng asked Jing Gao, "Did you bet with Xiong Pi before?"
Jing Gao said respectfully: "Yes."
Xiong Pi's heart was pounding now, and he felt that his head was already a little unstable.
Although he had already obtained the forgiveness of being banished to the immortal before entering the palace, who knew whether Jing Gao would have a sudden thought and demand that he fulfill his bet in front of His Majesty? By that time, even if he agrees to banish the immortal, he will not be able to save his life.
Before, Xiong Pi thought that using half of his family property to buy his own life was a bit expensive. Now death is imminent. He suddenly felt that he was willing to give away all his family property.
Xiong Pi's heart was pounding and he looked at Jing Gao nervously. Jing Gao then cleared his throat and said to Ying Zheng: "Your Majesty. I won the bet. According to the agreement, Xiong Pi's head should be taken off. However... God is good at life, so I forgive him this time. "
Xiong Pi suddenly breathed a sigh of relief, his body softened and he almost sat on the ground.
Ying Zheng nodded and said, "You are generous."
Jing Gao said: "I, after all, I studied at Shang Jun's Academy for a period of time. Ban Xian is not only talented, but also has excellent character. I learned from him the principles of being lenient to others and being strict with myself."
The ministers almost vomited. Jing Gao looked very honest, but when it came to speaking, he was second to Zhou Qingchen.
Li Shui was also a little confused: Are you talking about me? You're not mocking me, are you?
In fact, they all wrongfully accused Jing.
In the past, Jing Fu had a relationship with Xiang Liang, and was discovered by Li Shui, so he arranged two personal servants around him to monitor his every move.
What can Jing Fu do? In addition to being frightened every day, he would praise Lishui's benefits at every turn, hoping to impress the two servants and not speak ill of him to Lishui.
Jing Gao heard it often and believed it to be true. Even when he later arrived at Shangjun Courtyard and saw what Li Shui had done, he already had an image of a kind and kind elder in his mind.
I have to say that first impression is really important.
Chunyu Yue, who had watched all this, was a little helpless. He knew that Jing Gao had gained a lot of wealth from Xiong Pei. Now he actually pretends to be a good person in front of the civil and military officials of the entire court.
Chunyu Yue shook his head and thought: You are indeed from Shangjun Courtyard. I don't know if you have learned other skills. Huai Guzi, you have learned this shameless skill very well.
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The meeting dispersed. The courtiers went back to their homes with mixed emotions.
During the previous court discussions, everyone was in a peaceful mood. Come with the problems encountered in governance and leave with the solutions. Step by step, life is small and happy.
But since Li Shui came, the court proceedings have become very exciting, and big news will be made at every turn.
Poor courtiers, when they heard about immortals before, they all yearned for them. Now when I hear the word "immortal", I immediately feel disgusted.
Li Shui didn't know what the ministers were thinking. He was happily returning to Shang Jun's courtyard with Li Shui.
As a result, Li Xin was stopped when he entered. Niu Dao said: "General Li, you owe 300,000 yuan, remember to pay it back."
Li Xin raised his hand and was about to hit him: "Fart."
Niu Calf took out the account book while hiding: "It's the debt owed by Dr. Chunyu, and he said it would be recorded in your account."
Li Xin immediately took his hand back and said excitedly: "Chun Yuyue owes me money?"
The calf scratched his head: "You can say that."
Li Xin rubbed his hands and said to the housekeeper Li Jia who was following him: "Quick, you go home immediately."
Li Jia asked: "Do you want to go to Chunyu Yue's house to ask for an account?"
Li Xin sighed: "Why do you still want three hundred thousand dollars? Can't Chunyu Yue get it? What a fool."
Li Jia asked in confusion: "Then we... don't want the money?"
Li Xin said: "Yes, of course I want it. But I can't ask for it now. After you go back, immediately close the door. If anyone from Chunyu Yue's house comes, they won't be seen."
Li Jia walked away with a blank look on his face.
Li Shui asked curiously: "Brother Li, what are you doing?"
Li Xin said eagerly: "Brother Huai, you don't know. Before you entered Xianyang, I had been ravaged by Chunyu Yue for more than ten years. Especially in the court, he would embarrass me from time to time. It's really embarrassing. Now, now is the chance for revenge."
Li Shui asked: "What does Brother Li plan to do?"
Li Xin chuckled and said, "Of course I will wait until the next court meeting to ask him for the account in front of the civil and military ministers. Hahaha, when I think of Chun Yuyue's expression, I can't help laughing. ”
Li Shui was a little helpless, these two living treasures...
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At the same time, Chunyu Yue had just returned home in a carriage. After returning, he immediately ordered the housekeeper Chun Yujia: "Immediately, prepare three hundred thousand money and send it to Li Xin's house immediately. This matter is unresolved, and I feel uneasy."
Chunyu Jia asked curiously: "Why are you so anxious?"
Chunyu Yue waved his hand: "I don't know, I'm uneasy. I always feel that this matter has caused many nightmares."
Chunyu Jia agreed and did not dare to neglect. He prepared 300,000 yuan and drove the carriage to Li Xin's mansion.
As a result, he walked halfway and saw Li Jia coming back from outside the city on a fast horse.
Chunyu Jia called out: "Brother Li, there are three hundred thousand here..."
When Li Jia saw Chun Yu's carriage in the mansion, he immediately remembered Li Xin's instructions and galloped towards the mansion.
Chunyu Jia's heart thumped as he remembered Chunyu Yue's instructions. Immediately, he desperately fought the horse pulling the cart and chased Li Jia.
After all, the carriage was a little slower. By the time Chunyu Jia arrived, Li Jia had already entered the mansion and immediately closed the door.
When Chunyu Jia arrived, he saw Li Jia standing in the mansion with a devilish smile on his face. Then... there was a bang, and the door of the mansion was closed.
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