Two days later, in the morning court, Zhu Yuanzhang looked at the empty hall again and felt extremely angry.
On weekdays, he is sanctimonious, standing on the moral high ground, and using moral kidnapping on us, but behind the scenes are corrupt officials who are filthy.
We wish we could cut you to pieces with a thousand knives.
But while he was angry, he also had a headache. The Hu Weiyong case had already depleted officials, and with so many arrests being made in the Zhao Mao case, the gap was even bigger.
Catching corrupt officials is indeed a relief, but it also makes the court's office efficiency plummet.
This matter must be resolved as soon as possible, otherwise we will not be able to punish corrupt officials harshly in the future.
"Do you have the original memorial?"
An official from the Ministry of Industry came out and said: "Your Majesty, the Yellow River burst its banks, Yingze and Yangwu counties were flooded, and more than 50,000 people were affected..."
What?
Zhu Yuanzhang was shocked when he heard the news that the Yellow River had burst its banks, and wanted to scold the Ministry of Works for what they were doing.
After all, the Ming Dynasty system handed over water affairs to the Ministry of Works. They have to bear the main responsibility for such a big thing as the Yellow River bursting its banks.
But before he opened his mouth, he suddenly remembered that the Ministry of Works had been completely wiped out, and there were only three or five officials at the moment, all of whom were newly promoted.
It is estimated that these people are not even familiar with their positions, so there is really no way to criticize them harshly.
But when such a big thing happens, someone must be unlucky, so he looked at a certain Jin Yiwei commander:
"Mao Xiang, why was such a big thing not reported?"
Mao Xiang didn't expect that the fire would burn him, and he felt wronged:
"Your Majesty, Jin Yiwei has limited manpower and is working hard to investigate the Zhao Mao case. It is really unable to take care of other matters."
Zhu Yuanzhang's face became even more gloomy: "Sophistry, if you don't care about such a matter that affects the life and death of all people, what use do you have?"
"If there is a reason, I will fine you half a year's salary. If you do it again, don't blame us for being merciless."
Mao Xiang's face was full of dissatisfaction, but he did not dare to argue anymore: "Thank you, Your Majesty."
How could Zhu Yuanzhang not see what he was thinking? His expression was even colder.
But for now, we should deal with the flood problem first: "Send people to investigate immediately. Let us find out the cause of the dyke breach and the damage caused to the two counties."
"yes."
"Zeng Tai."
Zeng Tai, the Minister of Household Affairs, came out and said: "I am here."
"Allocate money and food immediately to provide relief to the victims."
"I obey the decree."
Zhu Yuanzhang looked at Li Shanchang again: "Hundred Rooms."
Li Shanchang perked up and said, "I'm here."
Zhu Yuanzhang said warmly: "The Yushitai sent several censors to go with the officials from the Ministry of Household Affairs to provide disaster relief."
"According to the order."
Zhu Yuanzhang was decisive and settled the matter quickly.
After that, several people reported some things, and they were all dealt with one by one.
Seeing that no one was doing anything, Zhu Yuanzhang winked at someone.
Gongsun Cong, the newly appointed right minister of the Ministry of Rites, immediately came out and said: "Your Majesty, I have something to report."
Zhu Yuanzhang said calmly: "Oh, what's the matter?"
"It has been thirteen years since His Majesty suspended the imperial examinations in the second year of Hongwu. All scholars in the world are longing for heaven's grace..."
"In addition, the officials recommended and recruited can no longer meet the needs of the court... Therefore, I ask your Majesty to reopen the imperial examination."
"Wow." Upon hearing his words, the deadly silent court became noisy.
First, this matter is too important to restart the imperial examination. For scholars all over the world, there is nothing more important than this.
Once word spreads, it will definitely cause a sensation in the world.
Secondly, I was surprised by Gongsun Cong's boldness.
Many people have made this suggestion over the years, but without exception they have been reprimanded.
Some serious cases were dismissed from office.
Until now, no one has dared to mention this matter. Today, another person who is not afraid of death has come.
Many people looked at Gongsun Cong with eyes full of ridicule, compassion and other emotions.
However, something even more surprising happened.
Zhu Yuanzhang did not get angry, but frowned and said: "We abolished the imperial examination because the officials who won the exam are too flashy."
"If you have a way to solve this problem, it's not that we can't agree to it."
The court fell silent instantly, and everyone looked at him in surprise.
what's the situation? The sun comes out in the west?
Some people who knew Zhu Yuanzhang better and were more sensitive immediately guessed the truth.
Gongsun Cong was instructed by the emperor.
The emperor is about to hold the imperial examination.
The emperor... is about to hold the imperial examination! ! !
Everyone who guessed this showed excitement.
But these were just guesses. They didn't dare to take the risk and decided to wait and see what happened.
Gongsun Cong had already prepared: "I have a way to solve this problem."
After performing the whole play, Zhu Yuanzhang asked: "Oh, I don't know how to do it?"
Everyone looked at Gongsun Cong, waiting for the emperor's conditions.
Gongsun Cong enjoyed the feeling of being the center of attention, and felt a little excited:
"The swordsman and pen official is the most trained person. Scholars who pass the imperial examination first serve as swordsman and pen official for two years. After the training is completed, they will be conferred by the Ministry of Personnel."
Zhu Yuanzhang did not answer, but looked at the ministers: "What do you think of this method?"
No one spoke in the court. At this time, everyone had confirmed their previous guesses. Gongsun Cong had received the emperor's instructions.
Two years of hard work as a swordsman and penman were the conditions set by the emperor.
If it were in the past, they would definitely stand up and oppose it.
Letting scholars serve as officials is an insult to them.
However, the person sitting on the dragon throne is Zhu Yuanzhang, and the imperial examination has been suspended for thirteen years.
The emperor finally relented. What if they objected and the emperor changed his mind again?
If word gets out, all those who reject this proposal will probably be drowned in the scholar's saliva.
But agreeing, it is indeed a bit unwilling.
Just when everyone was hesitant, an inconspicuous official standing at the back of the crowd came out and said:
"Your Majesty's policy is absolutely unacceptable. Since ancient times, there has been a clear distinction between officials and officials. If officials are not officials, and officials are not officials, how can they be dismissed lightly?"
Zhu Yuanzhang said in a serious tone: "Well, what you said makes sense. The reputation of scholars is more important than anything else, how can they be officials? Let's just drop the matter of restarting the imperial examination."
As soon as this statement came out, the ministers no longer cared so much and stood up one after another and said:
"Your Majesty, think twice. I think what Minister Gongsun said is very true..."
"Your Majesty, I also support Gongsun Shilang's policy..."
"Your Majesty, I second the proposal."
"..."
Even Li Shanchang, who rarely speaks, stood up to express his support for this policy.
Zhu Yuanzhang said deliberately: "It concerns the face of the world's scholars. How about you have a good discussion?"
Ren Ang, the newly appointed Minister of Rites, said excitedly: "Your Majesty, Gongsun Shilang's policy is a mature and prudent one."
"The swordsman and pen officer is the most tempering person. Many scholars have no knowledge of government affairs before they become officials. After two years, the sword and pen officer can better understand how to be an official."
"I believe that all the scholars in the world will understand the Holy Will and will never dare to complain."
Others echoed.
This matter must be finalized in court today, and the emperor will never be given a chance to regret.
If they miss this opportunity, I'm afraid all of them will be stabbed in the back by scholars all over the world.
