Xu Fenglei's suggestion made Li Shimin and the ministers look curious.
Treat the agreement on the year name as a test question for the princes and princesses?
This is really unique!
"It is said that a famous teacher produces a great disciple. The young master has been teaching me for two years. All the princes and princesses must have achieved something."
Fang Xuanling stroked his beard and smiled,
"Then let's also criticize together?"
"Naturally." Xu Fenglei nodded and said, "This is an open examination. His Majesty, the Queen and all of you are the judges. Everyone can evaluate the merits. If anyone among them can get unanimous praise, that year number Isn’t it settled?”
When all the ministers heard this, they all nodded happily.
Li Shimin and eldest grandson Wugou looked at each other and showed approval.
"That's fine."
Li Erdao,
"After two years, I also want to get a feel for them and see who has made the most progress and who is mediocre and incompetent!"
His eyes fell on the children, especially Li Chengqian, who was drunk, with a hint of scrutiny in his eyes.
The children put away their playful smiles, they were already full of pressure!
Li Chengqian was stared at by his father like a thorn in his back. He hesitated for a moment, stood up suddenly and said:
"Master, the student has an idea!"
Xu Fenglei raised his eyebrows.
"Oh? You want to be the first to stand up and speak? You are so brave..."
He said with a half-smile,
"Don't think about it anymore?"
"Often the first one to speak doesn't get the highest score."
Li Chengqian looked at Xu Fenglei with firm eyes.
"The student thinks that what Duke Wei just said is absolutely right. The emperor should govern from the beginning to the end and not give up halfway."
Li Chengqian resisted the pressure from his father's eyes and said in a deep voice,
"But the word "eternal" is a bit unrealistic. I wonder what things in this world can last forever? Master once said that the only constant thing in the world is that it is always changing."
"Therefore, the word Yong is too idealistic and a bit rigid."
Xu Fenglei smiled with some approval.
Li Shimin was also a little surprised.
He didn't expect that Li Chengqian would have such insight at such a young age that he could even refute Wei Zheng's words?
The refutation is also well-founded and convincing!
Li Er looked at Changsun Wugou, and Changsun Wugou also happened to look at him with a surprised look on his face.
Their eyes met, a little excited in their hearts.
"His Royal Highness the Prince said it very well. The word Yong does have some disadvantages."
When Wei Zheng heard this, he couldn't help but sigh and admitted openly,
"It's my fault that I haven't thought carefully."
"Your Highness is extremely wise, please give me some advice."
As he said that, he actually raised his hand towards Li Chengqian.
Li Shimin and other ministers: "?!"
Awesome! Wei Zheng, who was as tough as iron, actually said soft words, admitted his own shortcomings, and even asked Li Chengqian for advice?
The corners of Li Shimin's mouth rose crazily.
Look, look!
My seed, my seed!
"I don't dare. Master taught me well."
Li Chengqian returned the gift humbly and talked eloquently.
"Wei Gong's meaning is good. Just change it to another word and it will be correct."
"Master often emphasizes that the essence and connotation of the "Book of Changes", if condensed into four words, are Yuan, Heng, Li, and Zhen. And if it can only be summarized in one word, it must be the word 'Zhen'!"
"Zhen, that is, chastity, means being unswerving and unswervingly adhering to the right path!"
"The first hexagram in the Book of Changes is the Qian hexagram, and the first sentence is that the heaven is strong, and a gentleman strives to constantly strive for self-improvement! This is the word 'Zhenzheng'!"
"So the students think that changing the word 'Yong' to 'Zhen' has a better meaning, is more down-to-earth, and can strengthen the king's will."
Snapped! Snapped!
"Well said, great!"
Xu Fenglei was not stingy with his applause, clapped his hands and said,
"The fact that you can say this means that you have not read the books in vain in the past two years!"
"I am very happy for you, my teacher! I believe your father and mother are the same!"
The praise made Li Chengqian's face flush with excitement.
He looked at Li Shimin cautiously, and when he saw his father's surprised face, a feeling of peace suddenly swept through his body!
Father!
Your child may also have a day that surprises you!
"Zhen... okay, okay, this word is indeed two levels higher than 'Yong'!"
Changsun Wuji exclaimed,
"It has a great meaning and is the essence of the Book of Changes. I agree with the choice of this word!"
The other ministers also praised:
"I didn't expect that His Highness the Crown Prince would have such insight at such a young age. This is so rare!"
"How else can we say that the quality of a teacher affects a student's life? The Young Master was invited back from the Qinling Mountains with great effort by His Majesty, so his ability is certainly great! Although the Young Master has a strong plan, teaching and educating talents is his real If you are doing your own job, then you will naturally be stronger!”
"For being able to train His Highness the Crown Prince to this extent, Mr. Xu is worthy of the title of Prince's Young Master! It is certain that he will be promoted to Crown Prince and Grand Master in the future!"
"Yes... I also agree with His Highness the Crown Prince's opinion. I didn't expect that we, a group of old men, are not as good as a young man. It's really shameful..."
"..."
All of a sudden, praise for Li Chengqian and Xu Fenglei poured in.
Even Wei Zheng, after criticizing him, closed his eyes and kept talking about being taught.
How has Li Chengqian ever received so much praise at such a young age? His little face turned red, his heart was beating wildly, and the excitement was about to explode in every pore in his body!
Xu Fenglei, on the other hand, has long been accustomed to praise and is not surprised by it.
However, this time it was his own student who drew applause for his well-spoken words, which made him feel a little proud.
Disciple Gao Guang, of course he has a decent face as a master!
"Your Majesty, the prince's wisdom is extraordinary. He is truly a blessing to the country and the country!"
Changsun Wuji cupped his hands towards Li Shimin and said with a smile,
"The Tang Dynasty has maintained prosperity for hundreds of years."
"Hahaha..." Li Shimin stroked his beard and laughed, and said loudly, "I didn't expect that the prince would say these words, okay, okay! Since all the dear friends agreed, I listened to the prince's suggestion. Among them, choose one word as 'Zhen'!"
The greater the expectation, the greater the joy in the heart when the expectation is achieved!
Listening to Changsun Wuji's praise, Li Er was so excited that he almost jumped!
Swish, swish, swish.
Qi Julang wrote on the side and recorded this highlight moment of Prince Li Chengqian for future generations to read.
"snort!"
When Li Tai saw his brother being praised so harshly, he couldn't help but feel envious and jealous. He just heard him humming unconvincedly,
"What's this? Master often mentions it. I've thought of it too! It's just that my eldest brother beat me to it!"
"That's right..." Li Ke also echoed in a low voice, "Actually, I also thought of it..."
However, it was too late to say anything at this moment, and it seemed like he couldn't afford to lose.
"Don't worry, isn't there another word?"
Li Shimin said cheerfully,
"Who among you can choose the second word, I will talk to your master and let him be an outstanding student! How about it?"
(End of chapter)
