Li Xian had never thought about the imperial examination before, and he didn't know much about the mystery. If he had heard Li Xian mention this matter so cautiously in the past, I'm afraid he would have scoffed at it, but then
After more than half a year of experience in becoming a vassal, Li Xian is no longer the Amon he used to be. Although he has not yet realized the importance of the imperial examination, he knows that Li Xian's analysis is indeed correct, because he has indeed listened to it frequently during his short career as a governor.
I have said that students from poor families complained about the existing imperial examination selection system, but Li Xian didn't take it seriously at that time. Now that I have Li Xian's analysis, when I look back and think about it, everything suddenly becomes clear.
Of course, it is one thing to understand that the imperial examination system needs to be reformed, but whether it should be proposed by Li Xian is another matter. In Li Xian's view, this move is a bit like taking grain from a fire.
, whether Li Xian could get the chestnuts without hurting his hand became something that Li Xian had to consider in detail.
Difficult, difficult! Li Xian deduced it over and over again in his mind, and found out rather unwillingly that it was really difficult for him to find a way to get the best of both worlds. In this way, the problem of gains and losses was highlighted - while pleasing the poor scholars at the same time
, it is bound to deeply offend the interests of the wealthy family. The relationship between the two is almost one-to-two, which is inevitable. The problem is that as long as Li Xianyi proposes the reform of the imperial examination, this end cannot be closed.
As for the heart of a poor scholar, the wealthy family on that side has already offended him. This alone is enough to make Li Xian timid. However, this strategy was proposed by Li Xian after all, and Li Xian was unwilling and unwilling to do so.
He rejected the proposal easily and could only silently think about the wording of his refusal in his heart.
"Seventh brother said that the imperial examination must be reformed, but he didn't know how this reform should be carried out?"
Although Li Xian had secretly rejected Li Xian's proposal, he didn't want to show it like this right away, so he considered his tone and asked cautiously.
"I want my brother to know. My younger brother has been thinking about this matter for a long time, and he has quite a lot of experience. Firstly, although our military power in the Tang Dynasty is strong now, it is a pity that the important generals are getting old, and there are quite a lot of worries about their successors. However, there are many people among the people.
If a powerful man can be harnessed and put to use, why not do it? Therefore, my younger brother thinks that we should open a martial arts course to recruit generals and talents. The subjects can be divided into five categories: military strategy, cavalry shooting, infantry shooting, carbine, and weight-bearing.
Those who excel in the examination in the county can be regarded as martial arts scholars; those who are selected in the state can be regarded as martial arts examiners; all martial arts examiners are eligible to participate in the three-year competition. Those who pass the examination are regarded as martial arts scholars and are awarded the military rank.
Selecting talents for the army. Secondly, the existing imperial examinations are complex and complicated. They include Jinshi examinations, Mingjing Sutra, Mingshu, Mingshu and other titles. In fact, they are not selecting talents for the country, but are just for the convenience of wealthy families to make profits.
It is definitely not advisable. In my opinion, clear calculation and clear skills may be retained for the purpose of recruiting experts for the Ministry of Industry and others. As for knowing the classics, it is just a trick and not necessary for selecting talents for the country. They should be discarded and used as Jinshi.
It is true that the examination of Jinshi must be reformed. In addition to all the procedures being the same as the martial arts examination, its subjects should be easier, and practical matters such as current policy and classics should be the core. As for poetry, it should be supplementary.
The scale of recruitment of scholars should be greatly increased. If so, there will be no regrets about missing pearls in the court, and there will be no risk of lack of talents." Li Xian's eloquence was excellent, and he continued to speak in a long way, without any atmosphere.
After taking a breath, not only that, but he also said it in a coherent and logical manner, and every sentence could be implemented. Even though Li Xian had already decided not to accept this policy, he was still deeply attracted by the connotation of this policy.
"Seventh brother has written a great article. If I can make the decision as a brother, I should follow my advice, but..."
Li Xian pondered for a long time, but he really couldn't find the reason why he didn't accept this strategy from Li Xian's words. In desperation, he had no choice but to shake his head and sigh. Although he didn't finish the words, he meant to decline politely.
But it has been revealed without a doubt.
Li Xian's refusal was naturally expected by Li Xian. The reason is very simple. Reform is never without cost, especially changes that target existing vested interest groups, which will set off a huge revolution.
Lan, such a potentially overturned situation is beyond the ability of a person like Li Xian who has not yet established a firm foothold to bear. However, Li Xian's offer was not originally intended for Li Xian to come forward, so naturally it is not possible.
Despite his polite refusal, of course, Li Xian was determined to reform the imperial examination, not because he could not see the risks involved, but Li Xian had to do it because of his last resort, and this was precisely the secret that could not be said.
All because even if Li Xian doesn't write a memorial to explain this matter, Empress Wu will make a fuss about it before long. To be honest, the purpose is not much different from Li Xian's calculation.
In this case, Li Xian would not give up the benefits to Empress Wu for nothing. Speaking of the risks to be taken, in fact, for a laid-back prince like Li Xian, it was really
It's not a big deal. He has neither authority nor official position. He really has nothing to lose. As for the reputation, Li Xian doesn't care about that. Being scolded a few times is indispensable. Whoever wants to scold can feel free to scold him.
You can go.
"Sixth brother, if you can make the decision, will this strategy be successful?" Although Li Xian had his own opinion in his heart, he did not intend to speak out immediately, but asked with a smile.
"Well, if this is the case, it may be feasible. In the long run, it will benefit the country, but it may not be good in the short term. Don't blame me for being my brother. If this strategy is adopted, it will become a public enemy. It is really difficult to deal with it. Unless you are unwilling to do it, you can't listen to it."
." Seeing that Li Xian seemed unwilling to give up his plan to reform the imperial examination, Li Xian couldn't help but become a little anxious, and simply made his point of view clear.
"Sixth brother's words are of great benefit, and my younger brother also thinks so. The sage has said: To benefit the country, life and death are based on it. My younger brother is not talented, but I am willing to do it. Since I am the emperor, I have made this clear. If the arrangement is appropriate, this matter will be resolved.
The sixth brother took over the responsibility, and the little brother suffered the infamy, don’t you believe that a little infamy can do anything to me?" As soon as Li Xian finished speaking, Li Xian clapped his hands and laughed, and made an impassioned speech.
"Oh? An Neng is like this?"
When Li Xian heard that Li Xian was so sure, he couldn't help but feel excited - if he could really benefit from the imperial examination without offending those wealthy families, it would be a good thing. Li Xian had no reason not to follow suit.
However, there are only two questions that prevent Li Xian from making this decision easily. The first is, of course, how to implement this strategy to achieve the above goal; as for the second, it is Li Xian's unspeakable worry.
That's it - why did Li Xian do this? Li Xian has been thinking hard about a question these days, that is, why Li Xian wanted to fully support him. Unfortunately, he thought about it and couldn't find the answer. At this time
, this question appeared in Li Xian's mind again like a ghost, but it was difficult to directly ask Li Xian why he was like this, so he could only ask vaguely.
"Didn't Sixth Brother talk about transporting this chapter by water? Since others have benefited here, we should find someone to make up for it. My father, Emperor Shengming, will never suffer a loss from Sixth Brother. As long as this chapter is transported by water, I will
Now, isn't everything going smoothly?" Li Xianming knew that Li Xian's question had two meanings, but he deliberately pretended to only understand the superficial level and explained it with a smile.
road.
"Well, having said that, it's just that the relationship is very important, so I have to be more cautious. As a brother, I have little talent, so I have to think about it carefully. What if we don't discuss this matter again?" Li Xian is originally a very smart person, so what?
He would not have thought of what Li Xian said, but with the most fundamental problem unresolved, Li Xian did not want to settle the matter so quickly, so he replied in a deep voice, with words already revealed in his words.
I mean to chase away guests.
"It should be so. It's getting late. Brother Six has been on the road for several days. He must be exhausted. I don't dare to delay your rest, so I'll leave now." After hearing what Li Xian said, Li Xian naturally didn't understand.
Stay longer. After all, some things cannot be explained in words. Even explanations may not be able to convince the other party. Instead of doing this, it is better to let Li Xian think clearly. In view of this, Li Xian hurriedly
Then he stood up, smiled and said goodbye.
"Well, seventh brother, go slowly. I won't send you off because I'm a brother." Li Xian had something on his mind, so he wouldn't force Li Xian to stay, so he stood up, nodded and watched Li Xian leave the room.
Immediately, he started pacing back and forth in the room anxiously. Unfortunately, he still had to walk a long way, but his mind was like a paste, with no thoughts at all. In desperation, he had no choice but to go back to the bedroom and wash up in a hurry.
After a while, he didn't change his clothes. He just lay on the couch with his clothes on and continued to think wildly. Before he knew it, he was half asleep and half awake.
"Damn it, who's making a noise out there!"
Just when Li Xian was sleeping a little more peacefully in a daze, he suddenly heard a huge noise outside. He couldn't help but feel exposed. He straightened his waist, sat up straight, glared and roared angrily.
"Your Highness, calm down, Your Highness, calm down!"
Even though Li Xian's temper has become much calmer in the past six months, once he gets angry, his power is still very frightening. The two poor maids waiting in his room were so frightened that they fell to their knees trembling.
, but he kowtowed vigorously and begged for mercy.
"Your Highness, are you okay?"
Hearing something strange in the room, Zhang Che led a few guards and rushed in from outside. Seeing Li Xian's angry look, he couldn't help but panic a little, but Zhang Che was calm and hurriedly
He ran forward and quickly bowed and asked.
"Is everything okay? Humph! Why is there so much commotion outside? Tell me!" Li Xian had something on his mind, and due to lack of sleep, he was very angry. He glared at Zhang Che fiercely and shouted at the top of his lungs.
"If I go back to Your Highness, it is His Highness the King of Zhou who is leading people to practice martial arts." Zhang Che is Li Xian's companion. He knows that his master has a bad temper. He shrank unconsciously when Li Xian glared at him.
He lowered his neck and hurriedly reported back.
"Practice martial arts? Are you practicing martial arts in the middle of the night?" When Li Xian heard that the commotion was caused by Li Xian, he felt angry and couldn't express himself, so he reluctantly said something.
"This..." Zhang Che was stunned for a moment, and replied helplessly: "Your Highness, it's already 4:05."
"Ah." When Li Xian heard this, he realized that it was not other people who were making a fuss, but that he himself had slept in. He couldn't help but feel suffocated, shook his head, and stopped everyone from getting angry again, and said in deep thought.
Don't be angry anymore.
"Your Highness, this servant has heard that His Royal Highness the King of Zhou never gave up practicing even when he was traveling. It was the same at the post station in the past few days. It was so noisy that no one could find peace in the post station. He actually made a noise to His Highness. It's really not good.
Well, why don't you please ask His Highness the King of Zhou to calm down?" Seeing that although Li Xian didn't have another attack, his face was still very unhappy, Zhang Che hurriedly came closer and said flatteringly.
"Humph, is this something a lowly person like you can do? Why don't you back down!" Although Li Xian was unhappy, he was not confused by his anger. How could he really let Zhang Che go fool around? What if he really wanted to kill Li Xian?
Xian was annoyed and they didn't get along well with each other, so he glared at Zhang Che angrily and snorted with great dissatisfaction.
"Ah, yes, I obey my command."
In fact, Zhang Che is not stupid at all. The reason why he brought Li Xian out to talk about the matter was just to calm Li Xian's anger. At this moment, seeing Li Xian calling for retreat, who wouldn't run away quickly, so he hurried
After accepting the promise, the leader was about to leave.
"Wait a minute, I said before that my seventh brother has been practicing martial arts these days, but what's the truth?" Before Zhang Che could reach the door of the room, Li Xian's suspicious voice came from behind.
"It's true. I've already sent someone to ask." Zhang Che didn't understand why Li Xian wanted to ask about this, but he didn't hesitate at all and answered quickly.
"Oh?" Li Xian nodded blankly, seeming to think of something, and could not help but frown. But after pondering for a moment, his eyes suddenly lit up, his brows raised, and he burst out laughing.
Full of joy as if he suddenly realized something, Zhang Che and others were all confused when they heard it. No one knew what Li Xian was laughing about.