Chapter One Hundred and Forty-Six Selected Scholars
Everyone at the table looked at each other in shock when they saw Yu Kangzhi's behavior. Could it be that the translated manuscript could not be read?
Yang Ying was anxious and stood up involuntarily.
An Youting immediately moved his eyes and said in a deep voice: "Sit down."
Yang Ying's body stiffened slightly, she let out a sigh, lowered her head and sat down obediently.
But after sitting down, the more she thought about it, the more unconvinced she became. She gritted her teeth, raised her head, and said, "But..."
An Youting said calmly: "Every scholar can make his or her own decision on matters of inquiry. As military men of the capital, except for inquiry, we can only ask one or two questions, but we cannot interfere in other matters. This is also what your father insists on. What's more,
, don’t you have any serious confidence in your husband?”
Yang Ying was startled for a moment, then her eyes lit up and she looked anxiously towards the field again.
At this time, someone at the table asked: "Mr. Yu, why did you tear up the text translated by Teacher Zhang? But is there anything wrong with it?"
Xu Wenyue and the other three people could not help but look over with concern at this time.
If Zhang Yu failed to pass the "study inquiry", then if the scholars still want to choose a "scholar" this time, they will definitely have to choose among the three of them.
But the moral quality they have cultivated over a long period of time reminds them that it is wrong to think this way.
If someone is too utilitarian, how can he be called a scholar? How can he be regarded as a "scholar"?
Therefore, the emotions that emerged in their hearts at this time were both a little bit of expectation and a lot of shame.
Shang Xueling was also a little strange. He had tried to get to know Zhang Yu before and knew that the latter had a very good command of the ancient writing and language on this land. Otherwise, he would not have taken out these secret texts. Even if
Zhang Yu’s translation was not good, but it would not lead to tearing it up on the spot.
Yu Kangzhi was silent for a long time, and then slowly said: "The reason why I tore up the documents translated by Zhang Shijiao is not that his translation was not good, but that he translated it too well. Not only did he
The original meaning and meaning are translated, and the original fanatical mood of the person who wrote it is also presented on the paper. The words he murmured in his sleep seem to linger in his ears!"
Having said this, he sighed, "If this translation is seen by ordinary people, I'm sure someone will be bewitched by it and become one of the believers of the strange gods."
After hearing his explanation, everyone present suddenly understood.
Shang Xueling secretly lamented that it was a pity. If nothing unexpected happened, the secret text translated by Zhang Yu was exactly what he needed, but it was not impossible to get it...
He couldn't help but think about it.
At this time, Yu Kangzhi picked up Shang Xueling's translation again and said: "Shang Xueling's translation uses rigid words, stiff sentences, and is straightforward and uninteresting. However, it roughly translates the meaning."
, the deviation is not big, but comparing the two, Master Zhang’s teaching skills are superior.”
Shang Xueling smiled, but he didn't feel much defeated. He and Zhang Yuben had no personal grudges. He was not a scholar. He just wanted to take advantage of the opportunity. Whether he lost or won, it didn't matter.
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Kuang Gong said at this time: "But Yu Gong, if you tear out Zhang Shijiao's translation, there will be no evidence left in the document. If someone asks in the future, how should we distinguish today's judgment?"
The Tianxia people present all nodded.
There is no documentation, and it is extremely inappropriate to rely solely on Kang Zhi to judge the authenticity. No matter how talented and knowledgeable Kang Zhi is, it is useless. You can convince the people here, but you cannot convince everyone.
, let alone convince those who came later.
And this is extremely unfair to Zhang Yu himself. Without the records, it means that he can't produce anything to prove himself, and anyone can use this to doubt him in the future.
Yu Kangzhi had already prepared a draft of this, and he said: "It doesn't matter, just let Master Zhang make another copy. You can slightly reduce the sentences praising the gods. It doesn't need to be very precise, just roughly translate the original meaning."
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At this time, Yu Gong said: "That's okay. Although learning and inquiry is a test of school knowledge, there are some things that cannot be done without scruples. The Ability God is the enemy of our Protectorate and is still wandering outside the Honghe Pass. This time
Since the article involves supernatural gods, one cannot be too cautious."
Yu Kangzhi looked at Zhang Yudao: "Then please ask Master Zhang to write another copy."
Zhang Yu nodded. He took another piece of paper, thought for a moment, picked up a pen, and quickly wrote another translation. This time, he blurred some of the deeper metaphors about the alien gods, and
Deliberately weakening the expression of emotions and thoughts in the secret text.
After finishing writing, the servant came over and took the paper away, lowered his head, raised his hands and presented it to Yu Kangzhi. The latter took it over and looked at it carefully. He looked slightly relaxed and said, "That's okay."
At this time, he couldn't help but secretly praise. Even if Zhang Yu removed many things in it, the words and sentences were still very appropriate, allowing people to understand the content clearly and comfortably. In comparison, Shang Xueling's translation
The book is boring and boring, and people have no desire to take a second look at it.
After reading it, he said in a deep voice: "Save it." He paused, "Both copies are sealed."
When everyone heard his words, they knew that Zhang Yu's academic inquiry must have passed smoothly.
However, among the three inquiries, the academic inquiry is actually the easiest to pass.
Because those who can become scholars are the ones who stand out among their peers, and knowledge and talent are their most fundamental things. If there is something lacking here, it is impossible to be recommended by the academy.
The next step will be the government inquiry.
At this time, everyone turned their eyes to the top of the steps, paying special attention to the chief officials of each government office.
Just now, Xu Wenyue and three other people's inquiries were made by three government officials who came forward to inquire. I wonder which ones will come forward this time?
At the banquet, someone walked up to the official Liu Fengchen and whispered a few words beside him. He pondered for a moment, then nodded, as if he agreed to something.
After a while, an elegant man in his forties with a clear beard stood up. Everyone recognized him at a glance as Xiao Qingzhan, the head of the Sihu Yamen Office.
Xiao Qingzhan first saluted Zhang Yu by joining his hands and said: "Teacher Zhang, you once served as a counselor in the Si Li Yamen Office, but I saw that during the more than a month you were in the Yamen Office, you did not give a single word of advice."
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Zhang Yu said frankly: "Although I was serving as a counselor by Chiang's side at that time, in fact, I received news that someone wanted to assassinate him, so I was entrusted by Xuanfu to go to Chiang's side to protect him for a period of time, and I had previously
I have never served as a minister or served in a local government. I am not familiar with internal and external affairs. I am afraid that my random remarks will hinder my official duties, so I have not come up with any policy."
Xiao Qingzhan nodded, cupped his hands and said, "Thank you, Master Zhang, for clarifying my doubts." After saying that, he sat back without asking any more questions.
Among the people present, some people's eyes became unclear, because it was not difficult for them to see that Xiao Qingzhan's question seemed to be accusing Zhang Yu of being careless, but in fact he was helping him.
Because if you want to become a "scholar", the most important condition is virtue.
When Zhang Yu was in the Sihu Yamen Office, he could clearly realize his own shortcomings and shortcomings. He would only do his job well and never interfere in things he didn't understand. Not only did he not need to criticize, but he also
Something worthy of praise.
However, there are also people who know the inside story and understand Xiao Qingzhan's approach when they think about the past between Zhang Yu and Xiao.
As an older brother, you should always help your younger brother.
The person Xiao Qingshu admired the most during his lifetime was Zhang Yu, and he hoped that Zhang Yu could become a scholar of Tianxia. As the elder brother, Xiao Qingzhan naturally wanted to try his best to help his brother fulfill this unfulfilled wish during his lifetime, so that he could rest in peace.
After Xiao Qingzhan sat down, Liu Fengquan looked around and said aloud: "Zhang Shijiao once eliminated a military disaster in the south and made great contributions to the Duhufu. In the past thirty years, the selection of scholars has not been as good as Zhang Shijiao's.
For people who have made great contributions, Master Zhang has actually already passed the examination by the government."
The reason why he mentioned this matter was not only to comply with the public opinion and give Zhang Yu a thumbs up, but also because he had some credit for this matter.
At that time, it was precisely because he cooperated with the capital in a timely manner, allocating a large amount of ordnance and supplies to various towns, and coordinating the transfer of all parties, that allowed the 30,000-strong army to quickly appear in front of the Hard Claw tribe. Through internal and external cooperation, the crisis was successfully resolved.
It was through this that he was able to establish initial prestige within the administration. Every time he thinks about it now, he is still satisfied with his decision at that time.
But just after he finished speaking, he felt a silence in the place, and then he saw Captain An Youting standing up.
An Youting stood there, his tall and handsome figure immediately attracted everyone's attention, and made people feel a sense of oppression. In a sense, he represented the governor, and he also had the qualifications of a government inquiry.
Yang Ying looked at her uncle nervously.
An Youting looked at Zhang Yu and said, "Zhang Shenzhi, if I invite you to join the Governor's Mansion as a court official on behalf of the Governor, will you be willing?"
Zhang Yu didn't hesitate for a moment and replied decisively: "I don't want to!"
He is a spiritual person and will not personally participate in intrigues and political affairs.
And the Xuan Palace behind him was originally superior to the Protector's Palace in terms of Tianxia's ritual system. He wanted to return Dongting to Tianxia instead of maintaining the current situation.
He was not afraid of losing the opportunity to be selected by rejecting An Youting, because An Youting inherited the style of the previous Governor Yang Xuan, who was dedicated to maintaining the balance of the Governor's Palace, strictly abiding by the bottom line of his military generals, and never intervening in affairs.
This person will never do things based on his own likes and dislikes, but will only consider the interests of the Protectorate as a whole.
Facing his answer, An Youting showed no emotion and said calmly: "I understand." After saying that, he sat down again, and the faint sense of oppression in the field immediately disappeared.
Yang Ying patted her chest and breathed a sigh of relief.
At this time, a civil servant came up to Zhang Yu and asked him. He nodded and followed him to a banquet.
Xu Wenyue and three other selectors were sitting nearby. When they saw him approaching, all three of them stood up and raised their hands to salute him. He also saluted him again, and then sat down here.
The Great Hall also became quiet.
At this time, Duke Kuang stood up, waved his hand to the clerk who came up to help him, walked a few steps forward, reached the aisle, and said to the people of Tianxia sitting on both sides: "Masters,
, the selection of the four scholars has gone through three inquiries, we should have a conclusion about who can be a 'scholar'."
