"Knowledge monopoly is the root cause, clan concept is the breeding ground, and the implementation of the Nine-Rank Zhongzheng System is the inducement and the most direct manifestation of this out-of-control power."
Wang Zi'an thought of those idiot roommates who argued with him on this issue in his previous life, and couldn't help but look in a daze, showing a look of nostalgia.
At this time, the fire was going out, illuminating Wang Zi'an's handsome face, making his eyes look extraordinarily deep and distant, with a faint air of independence.
Li Shimin and Wei Zheng had already unknowingly sat up straight, looking at Wang Zi'an's face, not daring to make a sound for fear of interrupting Wang Zi'an's silk fabric.
Naturally, they had also considered the issue of aristocratic families and had various thoughts in private, but no one had ever been able to get to the core of the problem like Wang Zi'an.
These conclusions may be familiar to netizens in previous lives, but to them, they are as enlightening as Huang Zhongdalu.
"Crack-"
The slight sound of the fire exploding brought Wang Zi'an back to his senses slightly.
He glanced at Li Shimin and Wei Zheng, who were sitting upright and behaved like two primary school students, and couldn't help but laugh.
As expected, birds of a feather flock together, and Lao Li, a guy who likes to discuss national affairs, is surrounded by such a group of idiot friends. From Lao Cheng, Xiao Li, to this old Master Wei, who is ignorant of his studies, they all have such a virtuous attitude, which really makes people laugh or cry.
But it feels pretty good!
"The monopoly of knowledge has allowed elites to emerge in large numbers in their sect, and has also allowed them to become talents and forces that have been strived for by successive dynasties. As a result, their clansmen have become generals and ministers, and their disciples and former officials are all over the world. In addition, many outstanding clansmen are also Made many solid political achievements——"
Speaking of this, Wang Zi'an's tone was a bit complicated. Looking at the past dynasties, these aristocratic families have produced many amazing talents.
"All of this earned them a great reputation, and they were gradually respected by people all over the world. In the end, everyone even felt proud to have a relationship with them. Even the current emperor is no exception - it is a pity that he has to choose his son. He's so hot that people don't care about him at all..."
Li Shimin:...
You just want to catch a little bit of embarrassment and there will be no end to it, right?
Wei Zheng: Cough cough cough——
He quickly turned around to grab the kettle, pretending not to see the embarrassed look on his Majesty's face.
"Due to serving as officials in the past dynasties, their family's wealth has gradually expanded and turned into behemoths that can influence the overall situation of the world - even the current emperor has to be in awe of him. It is really powerful for a family to develop to this extent. ah!"
Speaking of which? Wang Zi'an suddenly sighed with emotion.
"Dynasties rise and fall, but families do not. The original elite of the times, the sages who led the world, slowly changed their taste under the influence of family interests. What's more, there was a brain-dead Ninth Grade Zhongzheng among them. The system has directly pushed this concept of family status, family honor, and family interests to the pinnacle——"
Speaking of this, Wang Zi'an suddenly remembered something and showed a bit of sarcasm.
"By the way, our emperor who wants to join the family? It seems that he still uses this official selection system..."
"No? No - just? Just reference it occasionally? Reference it occasionally..."
When Li Shimin saw that the flames of war were about to burn him again, he quickly denied it.
Wang Zi'an glanced at him funny and joked.
"Look? You still defend the emperor of your family who has no ambition - I said brother, it's useless. Are you talking about this emperor to me every day? It's already hopeless..."
Li Shimin:...
You said it, not me!
"Ahem? In fact, the ninth-grade Zhongzheng system is not completely unreasonable. The children of aristocratic families do have many talented people with both good character and academics. If they don't use it, wouldn't it be a waste of talent? It's a pity..."
Wei Zheng defended his emperor in a low voice.
There was no way. The imperial examination system and the nine-level Zhongzheng system were developed simultaneously and complemented each other. The method of gradually advancing them was discussed by the big guys like them. At that time, everyone thought it was very safe and wonderful.
I can't get rid of this pot.
"Look - even a bookkeeper like you thinks so. Isn't it reasonable for people in the world to respect them? If the emperor thinks so too, it will be hopeless..."
Wang Zi'an leaned back in his chair and saw that the old god was there.
"This is how the pattern determines the future, and choice determines life. If your pattern is not enough, no one can save him--"
Li Shimin felt like he was struck by lightning and almost doubted his life.
Could it be that I, Li Shimin, am not good enough?
"As the saying goes, if you don't plan for the eternity, you can't plan for a moment; if you don't plan for the overall situation, you can't plan for a region. So I say that His Majesty the Emperor still doesn't have enough structure and long-term vision -"
"Then what do you think? Do you want the emperor to leave those people alone?"
Li Shimin leaned forward and stared at Wang Zi'an who was lazily leaning on the back of the chair.
"I'm not, I didn't, don't talk nonsense——"
Seeing his overly serious look, Wang Zi'an couldn't help but think of the three consecutive denials in his previous life, and deliberately laughed.
"My little friend, if we don't use these talents, how will the world be governed?"
Wei Zheng was really convinced now. He stood up respectfully, picked up the teapot and filled Wang Zi'an with water while asking for advice.
[ ] Wang Zi’an:……
We are the accountant, accountant, old gentleman!
"Come on, come on, sit down quickly, your attitude makes me think that I am the prime minister of the Tang Dynasty now——"
Wang Zi'an said, not realizing it was funny. Lao Li's group of people were more fun than his group of idiot roommates. Those roommates were arguing about this, but at least they still remembered that they were a glutton, while Lao Li and the others directly stepped in...
"With your ability, even if you can go straight into the center, why not be a prime minister? Zian, come out! I will ensure that you go straight to the top..."
Li Shimin couldn't help but invite him again. It would be such a waste for such a talent to live in seclusion!
"Stop it, stop it, can you still brag properly - you didn't drink even when you came today..."
Wang Zi'an interrupted him angrily and put the teacup on the table.
"I finally put on my clothes - well, I lived once. Am I here to work as a cow or horse for them and continue the blessings of 996? In this life, I just want my wife and children to be on the kang, happy and happy, and enjoy the fun of life - Go, go, go, I can’t explain it to a layman like you..."
Just knew it was so.
Although Li Shimin had known for a long time that this might be the result, he still couldn't help but feel disappointed.
Wei Zheng couldn't help but be stunned.
Are there still people like this in this world?
Especially when he is still just a young man.
"Forget it, everyone has their own ambitions. If you want to live this way, just live this way. When you figure it out, tell me and I will arrange it-"
Lao Li, I forgot to tell you that your bragging posture is very handsome!
