Chapter 463 Zhuge Liang initiated the move of the capital
Lu Xuan looked at everyone present, picked up the wine bottle and said loudly: "Today is a good day for the Five Classics Hall. We have selected the five talents of the Five Classics Hall, headed by ten of you. Congratulations to you, and congratulations to all gentlemen for their hard work. I am very happy.
Please drink this cup!"
"King Wu please!"
Everyone toasted with wine bottles.
The scholars drank wine and sat upright, very nervous. Apart from Zhuge Liang and Lu Xuan talking in person, these ten scholars, Bu Zhi and Xu Sheng, all had close contact with Lu Xuan for the first time.
Lu Xuan put down the wine bottle and said: "Today, the road from the Five Classics Hall to Prince Wu's Mansion was full of people and people cheering. This scene reminded me of the scene in the past when the Five Classics Hall was just established."
"At that time, the Five Classics Institute had just been established, and the first batch of three hundred scholars from poor families were selected."
"But in the school, there are countless officials from wealthy families who despise the Five Classics Hall and look down on the scholars in the Five Classics Hall. Three years have passed, and you have all grown up. You are no longer the same people you used to be. There are even countless people who want to curry favor with you.
Choose you as your son-in-law."
"That's the biggest change."
Lu Xuan's voice echoed.
The faces of famous Confucian scholars like Zheng Xuan also showed expressions full of emotion. They were also under tremendous pressure when teaching in the Five Classics Hall, because many scholars criticized them, saying that they were flattering Lu Xuan and that they were not doing their jobs properly.
Now, the name has been corrected.
No one dares to say how bad the Five Classics Museum is anymore.
The expressions of Zhuge Liang, Bu Zhi and others were faintly excited, because the Five Classics Hall has now proven itself, and this is a huge change.
Lu Xuan continued: "All of you have proven yourselves through diligent study in the Five Classics Hall. However, if the big family wants to choose you as their son-in-law, does it really recognize your abilities?"
"I see that this is not the case."
"Actually, I think that with the current foundation, you will have a better future."
"So next, you have to continue to prove yourself, work more steadfastly, prove your abilities, prove that the gentlemen of the Five Classics Hall have trained you correctly, and also prove that my vision is correct."
Zhuge Liang looked solemn and took the lead in saying: "I will certainly live up to King Wu's high hopes."
"I will definitely live up to King Wu's high expectations."
Bu Zhi, Xu Sheng and other scholars spoke one after another.
Lu Xuan was very satisfied with the energy of the ten people. He nodded and continued: "I approve the assessment of the Five Classics Museum. I also believe that you must be talented people."
"Especially the top three, Zhuge Liang, Bu Zhi and Xu Sheng, I have high hopes for. Because you three are the best among this group of scholars, you represent the highest level of scholars in the Five Classics Hall."
"So, if you look at the current state of Wu, what thoughts and suggestions do you have, or what do you think the current state of Wu is not doing well, feel free to speak freely."
"The king wants to hear your opinions."
"You three will speak on your own, not in order of ranking. Who wants to come first?"
There was more expectation in Lu Xuan's eyes.
This was something he had thought about a long time ago, and there must be some inquiry and strategy. According to the palace examinations of later generations, Lu Xuan should set up a test paper and let Zhuge Liang, Bu Zhi, Xu Sheng and other people take the final assessment. Lu Xuan would then take the test based on
The person who answered the question will be judged.
It's just too complicated.
Nowadays, there are not many scholars in the Five Classics Hall, and there is a big wave of chaos. The people Lu Xuan remembers who can leave their names in history are definitely more likely to become talents. Those who are truly left out of history are only a few after all.
Lu Xuan did not choose the palace examination, but chose the simplest method of asking the top three.
This is also the honor that the three of them deserve.
Pairs of eyes fell on the faces of Zhuge Liang, Bu Zhi and Xu Sheng. Most of the other seven people behind them were a little lucky, because Lu Xuan's inquiry seemed simple, but in fact it was not easy.
Zheng Xuan's eyes became even more expectant.
He knew Zhuge Liang's strategy, so he expected Zhuge Liang to make a surprise move.
"King Wu, Zhuge Liang has something to say."
Without any hesitation, Zhuge Liang stood up first and saluted Lu Xuan in a neither humble nor overbearing manner.
Lu Xuan said: "I am all ears."
Zhuge Liang was calm and composed, and said seriously: "During my study, I learned about the situation in Wu in detail, and I believe that Wu's top priority is not government administration, farming, or the preparation of troops."
"Looking at Jin, Qin and Wu, in terms of official administration, agricultural promotion, military strength and horse strength, Wu is the best among the three countries."
"Wu's wealth and strength are recognized throughout the world."
Zhuge Liang's unhurried analysis seemed very patient.
Lu Xuan became curious and asked: "In that case, what does Kong Ming think is the most urgent priority for the Wu Kingdom?"
Bu Zhao, Xu Sheng also followed and looked over.
One by one, the scholars' eyes fell on Zhuge Liang.
Zhang Zhao was also sizing up Zhuge Liang.
He had some impressions of Zhuge Liang. Lu Xuan arranged for Zhuge Jin to bring back his brother. He heard that Lu Xuan wanted to use Zhuge Liang, but Zhuge Liang refused and took the initiative to ask to study at the Five Classics Hall.
The famous Confucian scholars from the Five Classics Hall also followed and looked over.
Zhuge Liang had great respect for the famous Confucian scholars in the Five Classics Hall, and they all studied under these great Confucian disciples. Although he did not formally become a disciple like Zheng Xuan, all the famous Confucian scholars in the Five Classics Hall regarded Zhuge Liang as his disciple.
Now that the disciples had to explain their strategies in front of Lu Xuan, naturally everyone was concerned.
Everyone is paying attention and their eyes are eager.
Zhuge Liang's expression remained normal, without any panic, and he said calmly: "I believe that Wu's top priority is to move the capital to stabilize the south, lay the foundation for the Northern Expedition, and ensure that it can unify the world in the future."
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There was a lot of surprise in the hall.
The scholars in the Five Classics Hall were shocked. Although they all sat quietly, their expressions were extremely horrified.
Zhuge Liang's words can be called bold.
Many great scholars in the Five Classics Hall also looked over and were shocked. They did not expect Zhuge Liang to come up with such a strategy as moving the capital, which caught people off guard.
Zhang Zhao's eyes sparkled.
He looked at Zhuge Liang and had a different impression. Although this young man was handsome and approachable, he made shocking remarks as soon as he opened his mouth. It was a big deal and would definitely spark discussions among countless people and easily lead to controversy.
Zhang Zhao was a little curious, how would Zhuge Liang explain the reasons for moving the capital?
The gaze he stared at Zhang Zhao became more and more intense.
Lu Xuan was pleasantly surprised.
Zhuge Liang's words can be said to be unremarkable. In fact, this is a very important topic, but I have never considered it before.
Lu Xuan admired in his heart and said with a smile: "Kong Ming said that the top priority is to move the capital, why should we move the capital?"
