Su Rong and Zhou Gu stayed in the Ministry of Rites for half a day. Su Rong was very satisfied and finally understood why her biological father insisted on not letting Mr. Zhang grow old. This old minister was really capable and arranged everything very properly. Not the slightest flaw.
On the carriage back to the palace, she leaned against the wall and put her hand on Zhou Gu's to play with, "Do you think it would be too unconventional to let Jiang Zhu take over the old minister's position next year?"
Nowadays, Jiang Zhu is in the fourth rank, but the Minister of Rites is in the third rank.
"In just half a year, Jiang Zhu may not be able to take over this position. It would be better to transfer Ye Guiyan to the Ministry of Rites as Minister." Zhou Gu said: "The eldest son of Prime Minister Ye's Mansion is more suitable."
Su Rong slapped his forehead and said, "Yes, I forgot about Ye Guiyan. He is indeed more suitable. If he is promoted to Jiangzhu, he will reach the third rank in half a year. He is so young and has insufficient qualifications. This is indeed inappropriate."
Even if Jiang Zhu was hers, it would easily cause dissatisfaction among many officials, but Ye Guixue would not have this problem.
The two of them chatted about court affairs all the way back to the palace.
After the two left, Zhang Lixin, the Minister of Rites, sent someone to deliver a message to Sun Chunwang, the Minister of Household Affairs. At the same time, he was deeply impressed by the Queen's way of employing people.
Although he was disappointed that his granddaughter failed in the scientific examination, it was expected and he was not too harsh. However, he was naturally envious when he saw the three women in the court who were on the exam and were treated equally by the princess. I just hope that my granddaughter will pass the exam next year.
But next year’s scientific examination should be more stressful than this year. This year, the woman Enke started suddenly. Many people were unprepared and had no consequences. They are waiting and watching. Next year will be different. With the lessons learned from Nangong Yun and the others being taken seriously, I'm afraid next year's scientific examination will be overcrowded.
Not only women's exams, but also men's exams. Students led by Nangong Che are highly valued by their wives. Next year, a large number of students will take part in the exams.
From this year, we can predict how fierce the competition will be next year. Even if we prepare for the exam for another year, it is hard to say whether his granddaughter can pass the exam.
It's very good now. The princess was promoted in an unusual way. Although she is a ninth-grade woman, she has entered the dynasty.
The descendants of the Zhang family are so weak, otherwise they wouldn't be able to hold on to the court despite their age. All they want is for the younger generation to grow up, but now, it's time to hold on no longer, and their bodies won't allow it. , this year only one of the children of the Sun family entered the second class, and the rest failed. He was very helpless in the middle of the night. Unexpectedly, the concubine probably understood the plight of the Sun family and actually promoted his granddaughter. This made him feel very helpless. He was extremely grateful.
Throughout his life, he has devoted his whole life to Nanchu, but he has indeed done nothing to harm the country. No matter whether he is the king or the queen, they trust him and understand that his years of hard work have been worth it now.
After he retires, he will teach his children and grandchildren well and let the Zhang family have a few more talents, which is good.
Sun Chunwang was shocked when he received Zhang Lixin's message. He couldn't believe it and asked the messenger, "Isn't this a misinformation? Your Excellency, did you really say that?"
“My lord, it’s absolutely true. The younger one can’t be wrong.”
Sun Chunwang was a little excited, "I didn't expect that in the busy schedule of the queen, I would still think of my granddaughter. She has read a few books on her own and has some talents. She just tried it this year and she didn't have the ability to be on the list. But The princess was so concerned that she was given an official position out of the rules. This is a gift, and I have to thank you."
“Has returned to the palace.”
“Old minister, come into the palace now.” Sun Chunwang entered the palace immediately. The news that the concubine had promoted two women who had failed to join the Ministry of Etiquette in an unusual manner quickly spread throughout the government and the public. Although it is ninth grade, it is rare.
After everyone was frightened, they thought about the two women. Although they had no merit, one was the granddaughter of the old minister of the Ministry of Rites, and the other was the granddaughter of the old minister of the Ministry of Hubu. After working hard for the country, especially after the princess returned to the court, the two of them were the oldest and worked hard, so it seemed reasonable to receive this gift.
Zhang Xiyun was so surprised that before she could go to find Sun Keyi, Sun Keyi came to find her. After meeting her, he said excitedly: "Xiyun, I want to thank you."
Zhang Xiyun shook his head quickly, "No, it's not me. If you want to thank me, you have to thank the concubine."
"Of course I want to thank you, the concubine. My grandfather has entered the palace to thank me." Sun Keyi said, "If Grandpa Zhang hadn't mentioned that there are two people missing from the Ministry of Etiquette, I wouldn't be able to be appointed to the Ministry of Etiquette with you, especially the concubine. I can tell you personally, we are handkerchiefs, so I have my share, so I still have to thank you."
Zhang Xiyun held her hand and said, "If you say so, there is no need for us to say thank you."
She came closer to Sun Keyi and whispered: "I have been worried a few days ago, because of Master Feng's incident, I was afraid that the concubine would dislike me. Unexpectedly, my grandfather was too proud, and the concubine did not care about my reckless charge that day, but instead taught me The official is mine. Your Majesty is so kind."
"Yes, the queen is so kind. After the two of us enter the court, we will definitely do a good job." Sun Keyi said.
"Um."
"You still have to continue studying." Sun Keyi added: "When Mr. Cui and Cui Yanjin entered the court, it was said that they studied their studies while on duty in the court. You and I must also learn from him. The books we read are still too high. Less. Otherwise, you won’t fail.”
"right."
They have been close friends since childhood, and now they encourage each other. They are not impetuous because they relied on their grandfather's reputation for being awarded an official after failing in the scientific examination, but they are very motivated.
After Zhang Lixin returned home, he was very pleased to see his granddaughter's condition and her vows in front of him to serve as an official well, not to abandon her studies and studies, and not to disgrace his grandfather.
Although there are few descendants of the Zhang family, there are still a few who failed to make the list. The concubine chose Xiyun, naturally not because she is a woman. Xiyun has the advantages of being lively and uplifting, and her character is also good. Of course, if you are brave and have a vision, If being good is also an advantage, then she does have a lot of advantages. The concubine probably checked her out from childhood to adulthood because of Mr. Feng.
He nodded and told her, "Be more cautious in the future, learn more and ask more questions. When you enter the Ministry of Etiquette, don't feel superior and arrogant just because I am your grandfather. You are only in the ninth rank. If you hold an official position, you will not even be seen in the Ministry of Etiquette." Me. Therefore, I will explore the way to be an official by myself. If you have something to do, my family will say, but if you have nothing to do, don’t come to me in the Ministry of Rites."
Zhang Xiyun nodded, "Grandpa, don't worry, I will do more of the dirty work. I will never bully anyone because of you."
Zhang Lixin nodded, "Okay, be smart about everything."
Zhang Xiyun nodded again.
At the same time, Sun Chunwang was also asking Sun Keyi to rearrange her time and daily homework. He was also glad that the Zhang family did not favor boys over girls. In the civil and military dynasties, only he and Zhang Lixin had treated their grandson and granddaughter for so many years. They were treated equally, so much so that they were the only two people in the entire capital. Although they failed to pass the exam, their writings were not without merit, and they were awarded the official title by the Queen after the Qionglin Banquet. (End of chapter)