He had other plans for Han Sui, and Sikong was not part of the plan.
Moreover, although there are not many suitable candidates for Sikong, they are not unavailable. There is no need to choose from the army, especially those from Xiliang.
Jia Xu's appointment as Taiwei has aroused dissatisfaction among many Shandong people. If Han Sui is appointed as Sikong, and the three princes occupy the second position, the Shandong scholar-bureaucrats are afraid that they will go berserk.
But considering the matter, it is not inappropriate for Han Sui to be Sikong. Although he has many thoughts, he is civilized and military-minded, and has both qualifications and military merit, so it is enough for him to serve as Sikong. In the past two years, he has been in charge of Yanyu and Yuzhou, and his performance has been excellent.
Being diligent and executing the edict well, it still played a big role in changing the bad reputation of the Xiliang Army.
If he is allowed to serve as Sikong, the people of Shandong may not be able to accept it.
"Besides Han Sui, is there anyone else suitable to recommend?" Liu Xie asked.
Xun Wenqian turned her head and looked at Liu Xie with a smile on her face. "Your Majesty, don't you think this concubine is rude? This is the harem intervening in politics."
Liu Xie also laughed. "Do you know who is the most opposed to the harem intervening in politics?"
"who?"
"The young emperor who wants to take back power from the Queen Mother, or the scholar-bureaucrat who wants to compete with his relatives for power."
Xun Wenqian thought for a moment and laughed dumbly. "That's true."
"Besides, you are not nobles in the palace now, and you are exposed to a lot of government affairs, and you may be exposed to more in the future. Common people can discuss government, but you are not allowed to discuss government, which is biased."
Liu Xie pushed the door open and got out of the car, turned around to help Xun Wenqian. Xun Wenqian was startled and quickly declined.
"Your Majesty, this is not acceptable."
"You're pregnant and you followed me for another day. It's a reward."
Xun Wenqian was flattered and shyly agreed. She supported Liu Xie's hand and got out of the car, then bent her knees to express her thanks.
As they walked inside, the two continued chatting about the topic just now.
Some people have advised on the harem’s involvement in politics, and Liu Xie has also considered it. Generally speaking, there are advantages and disadvantages, but the fundamental reason lies in the emperor himself. The emperor is capable and independent, but the harem cannot be involved in politics if it wants to. The emperor does not have the ability and
In my opinion, it’s not just the harem who wants to get involved in politics, everyone wants to get a piece of it.
He had already eliminated eunuchs from the system, so he couldn't eliminate the harem as well, and really be a loner.
This is obviously impossible.
Not to mention abolishing the harem system, it would not be easy even if he wanted to accommodate two noble people. There are too many interests that need to be balanced.
After thinking about it, I can only say that the founding monarch has his own special characteristics. Some rules cannot be implemented yet and can only be discussed later.
Entering the large courtyard that serves as the harem, Queen Fu Shouzheng and Zhen Mi were sitting in the hall. Ma Yunlu and Lu Xiaohuan were standing in the courtyard, gesticulating something. Xiaoqiao was listening but did not see Daqiao.
Seeing Liu Xie and Xun Wenqian coming in, they all stopped what they were doing and came over to greet them.
"How was your Majesty's trip today?" Fu Shou asked with a smile. He stepped forward to take Liu Xie's cloak and turned to hand it to Xiaoqiao.
"It's not bad. Not only did I have lunch, I also won twenty gold in a bet."
"Is there such a good thing?" Lu Xiaohuan couldn't help but interject. "Who is so stupid as to dare to make a bet with His Majesty?"
Xun Wenqian said: "Me."
"You?" Lu Xiaohuan was a little embarrassed and laughed twice.
Xun Wenqian glanced at Liu Xie, and after asking for instructions, she talked about what she had seen and heard in the Yinfang today.
Everyone sat down in the hall and ordered people to arrange dinner while listening to Xun Wenqian's explanation. When she learned that Pan Jun and others wanted to complain about Song Zhong and recommended "The Five Classics Chapters and Verses" as the champion, Queen Fushou frowned and was very surprised.
Not happy.
"These scholars are so courageous that they dare to fake the power of the royal family and go against His Majesty."
"Don't be angry." Liu Xie advised: "Let them talk, the sky will not fall."
Zhen Mi also advised: "It's just that their little thoughts can't accomplish anything big. Your Highness can rest assured. They are so anxious precisely because there are fewer and fewer people willing to study Confucian classics, and county schools even have problems enrolling students.
I had to take the dying blow."
Liu Xie asked in confusion: "Where do you start talking about this?"
Zhen Mi smiled slightly proudly and talked about some recent news.
She has been busy building bridges these days. Most of the craftsmen who assist her are locals, except for the technicians from Jiangwu Hall. The craftsmen mentioned the recent trend in Nanyang, saying that there are many squares in Nanyang and the demand for craftsmen is great.
If you are literary and work hard, you can find a good job and support your wife and children.
In comparison, it is difficult for those who read the Bible. In the past, to become an official by reading the Bible, it was enough to have a good teacher. Now, to become an official, you have to go through elections and examinations. The key is to look at your own ability. It doesn’t matter who the teacher is. There is no need.
Just rush to Nanyang County to study as a teacher and study in the local county school.
After all, there are only a few people who really want to devote themselves to the study of Confucian classics regardless of official career.
As a result, there will be fewer people willing to rush to the county school and study under Song Zhong. Whether it can recruit enough students next year is a question.
If "Five Classics Chapters and Judgments" can be elected as the champion, it may help Song Zhongyang's reputation and increase his appeal.
Before Zhen Mi could finish speaking, she couldn't help laughing.
Liu Xie didn't know whether to laugh or cry after hearing this.
It turns out that there is such a reason behind Pan Jun and others recommending "The Five Classics Chapters and Judgments". It seems that the escape from virtuality and reality has begun to show results. Next, we must pay attention to appropriate guidance and not go too far.
Theoretical research is still needed. After all, the banner of Confucianism cannot be lost. After conquering the Western Regions, they are still needed to establish social consensus and educate the people.
Confucianism has many shortcomings, but its insistence on unity is still meaningful.
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After dinner, He Yan came back to report that the Situ Mansion issued the notice relatively late, and the governors of various states did not have a fixed headquarters. They had been patrolling various places, and there were some difficulties in handing over documents. So far, no one has arrived.
Sikong Zhouzhong said that it was unlikely to happen before the New Year, and the discussion had been postponed until after the New Year.
Liu Xie was a little disappointed, but he couldn't imagine it.
He Yan also said that after he came out of Sikong Mansion, he went to Situ Mansion and saw Da Sinong Liu Ba and others. It was said that Yang Xiu was coming soon, which happened in the past two days.
Liu Xie was quite surprised and looked at He Yan again.
This kid is very active in doing things today.
In the past, when I asked him to do something, it was like counting a bead, moving it once and for all, and never taking an extra step. He couldn't even think about doing something like today without any arrangements.
It seems that he was really stimulated today, but I don't know how many days his enthusiasm can last.
Liu Xie praised a few words and asked He Yan to go have dinner and rest early.
He was tired after running all day today. After all, he was still a child.
He Yan responded, turned around and was about to leave, then stopped. "Your Majesty, I just heard some news."
"explain."
"Sun Quan, the scattered rider, had a conflict with others, and blood was seen."
Liu Xie raised his eyelids. "For what?"
"Some people seem to say that he... has impure blood and is not a true descendant of the Fuchun Sun family."
Liu Xie was a little surprised.
Sun Quan has a pair of blue eyes, and it doesn't take a day or two for him to be mistaken for Hu'er. He has long been used to it, so why would he fight with others or even see blood?