Chapter 294 Who is behind the B-word scroll?
When Feng Ziying left Guan Yingzhen's house, she had already realized that this selection of Shujishi Hall might not be as simple and easy as she had imagined before, and it would even exceed Qi Yongtai and Qiao Yingjia's previous expectations.
Whether one is selected is no longer simply a question of the number of places chosen by the Shujishi Hall, it is even related to a certain political trend.
As Guan Yingzhen said, Shen Guangyuan would rather not be the chief minister to defend the power of his chief minister and cabinet. However, Fang Congzhe obviously disagrees with some of the political ideas of Qi Yongtai and Qiao Yingjia, so he is still beginning to show his prominence. The character will definitely object, and it's basically impossible to compromise.
The key to the selection of the office is whether the opinions of the cabinet ministers are consistent with those of the six ministries, the Metropolitan Procuratorate, the General Affairs Department, and the Dali Temple officials.
To put it simply, if the three cabinet ministers all agree or oppose, then the candidate will definitely be approved or rejected, regardless of the opinions of the six ministries, the Metropolitan Procuratorate, the General Affairs Department and the Dali Temple officials.
If the three cabinet ministers have different opinions, then the candidate needs to obtain sufficient support from the six ministries, the Metropolitan Procuratorate, the General Affairs Department and the senior officials of Dali Temple.
Qi Yongtai, Qiao Yingjia and others may be able to win some support for themselves from the Sixth Ministry, the Metropolitan Procuratorate, the General Affairs Department and Dali Temple, such as Gu Bingqian and Zhang Jingqiu. Guan Yingzhen is also willing to help, but among the three in the cabinet, It's more difficult.
Perhaps the only chance is Ye Xianggao, who has a relatively neutral attitude, but in essence, I am afraid that this person does not appreciate him very much. To get him to nod, as Guan Yingzhen said, Qi Yongtai may need to come forward in person. coordination.
Hmm, maybe this is no longer called coordination, it may even be called bowing.
This may be too difficult for Qi Yongtai’s character.
Thinking silently, Feng Ziying walked out of the corridor, but heard a call: "Ziying."
“Brother Zi Xun.” Feng Ziying was slightly surprised when she saw Xu Xie standing on the other side with his hands behind his hands, but walked over quickly.
"Have you finished talking to the officials?" Xu Xie asked with a smile, "Are you feeling a little stressed?"
Feng Ziying also laughed and said, "Well, the official thinks that if I want to select a Shujishi, there may be some resistance."
“Well, let’s go, let’s go for a walk.” Xu Xie seemed to know the situation and nodded.
Feng Ziying didn't ask any more questions, so she walked side by side with Xu Xie.
At present, in the academies, apart from practicing state affairs and already confirmed to enter the Hanlin Academy, the only hope is probably that Xu Xie and Feng Ziying are selected as Shu Jishi.
Xu Xie didn't say anything. If the first place in the second class cannot be selected as a Shujishi, I'm afraid it will arouse widespread doubts. The cabinet may not dare to risk the world's disapproval, but Feng Ziying has more room for maneuver.
Feng Ziying felt that she had underestimated this senior brother who was famous for his poetry and swordsmanship before, and his impression of him was still based on his literary talent.
The relationship between Feng Ziying and Xu Xie is not the closest. Compared with He Lian Guoshi, it is not as good as a few classmates in Dongyuan, but it is better than that of Song Tongyin and Luo Shangzhong. Senior brother Xiyuan is much closer.
After all, the confrontation in front of Qingtan Baishi that day made the two of them famous immediately. In addition to various subsequent activities, Xu Xie was an active member, so they had more contact.
“Brother Zi Xun, are you satisfied with the first place in the top two?” Feng Ziying started the topic.
He felt that Xu Xie might have something to say to him, but he probably hadn't thought about his words yet, and it was not appropriate to be in such a stiff situation, so he simply came up with the topic himself.
"Well, I'm a little regretful. I originally thought that I performed well in the imperial examination, and I should have hope of entering the first class, but after looking at the list of the top three, it seems reasonable." Xu Xie said calmly.
“It’s reasonable? Brother Zi Xun’s statement is very meaningful.” Feng Ziying also said with a smile.
"Ziying, your insight in this area should be sharper and more accurate than Brother Yu's. Are you here to test yourself against Brother Yu?" Xu Xie also smiled brightly, "Brother Junyu is from Henan, Zhenxiang is from Zhejiang, Yibei Yinan, and Wen Ruo is a Huguang native who moved to Shuntian Mansion. Isn't this the perfect top three? The court probably thinks this is the fairest arrangement."
Feng Ziying also didn’t expect Xu Xie to understand this issue so thoroughly and to think highly of Xu Xie.
In a sense, these top three programs are meant to reflect such a balance and provide a convincing explanation to students from the north and the south.
Lian Guoshi was the representative of the northern scholars, Huang Zunsu was the leader of the Jiangnan scholars, and Yang Wenruo was famous in the capital. His father was the censor of the Metropolitan Procuratorate, but he was a Huguang native who was attached to the capital, and Huguang was also a southern scholar. A group second only to Jiangnan scholars also needs a representative.
So, this arrangement is simply perfect, and even Feng Ziying has to admire the skills of the palace examination examiners.
“Well, when Brother Zi Xun said this, I really think that’s what happened.” Feng Ziying quickened her pace slightly and caught up with Xu Xie.
"Ziying, don't act in front of Brother Yu. Jun Yu said that among our classmates who passed the imperial examination, you are the most sensitive in this aspect, and you are also the youngest. I don't know how God has arranged it. Yes, well, he also thinks highly of you the most, Brother Yu feels the same way." Xu Xie glanced at Feng Ziying.
Feng Ziying felt ashamed after hearing this. Was she the most alert? It was really arranged by God. Who allowed me, a person who had stepped into this time and space inexplicably, to have such a journey?
"Brother Zixun, you and Brother Junyu are overly praised. It may be because I was born in a martial arts family. My father has been guarding the border of Datong all year round. It is inevitable that he has to deal with the Imperial Military Department, the Fifth Army Governor's Mansion and the local yamen. Just have more and see more. When it comes to skills, the performance of you and Brother Jun Yu is enough to prove everything. Besides, I’m afraid it’s hard to convince people with my literary talent and level.”
Feng Ziying's self-effacing words didn't bother Xu Xie, "Ziying, there's no need to belittle yourself. The poem you wrote that made Wang Xiangchun unable to step down was even a foolish brother thinks it's difficult to succeed in that kind of situation. Well, It is said that Li Shangshu appreciated that gift very much. Although he still had a straight face at the time, he was full of praise after he left, thinking that you could uphold the heart of a saint and have the ambition to care about the country and the people..."
Feng Ziying was quite surprised. He thought that a rigid and upright person like Li Tingji would have a bad impression of him. Didn't he expect that a confrontation could change Li Tingji's impression?
"Don't think that the ministers in the DPRK are so narrow-minded." Xu Xie seemed to have noticed Feng Ziying's surprise and smiled slightly, "Actually, your performance in the joint examination and the imperial examination attracted a lot of resentment, but it also attracted a lot of people. People pay attention and even appreciate it.”
Attention should be a neutral word, that is, attention, which can be transformed into positive or negative, depending on the next development, but attention is undoubtedly what many people desire.
That is the saddest thing if no one pays attention to it.
“Perhaps there is some attention, but I am self-aware. At this age, I also like to express some opinions that seem unreliable, so I may not get much appreciation.”
Feng Ziying has been trying to figure out Xu Xie's thoughts and intentions. There is no unreasonable hatred or love. Xu Xie must have a purpose to come to her like this.
Even though he and he were classmates in the same year, he still felt a little curious about being so concerned about his own problems.
"Not necessarily." The two of them had already walked under the white stone. "Ziying, do you still remember the confrontation between us two years ago?"
"Haha, how can I not remember? There are no enemies in the world, and there are heroes in the world. Brother Zixun, can you and I be considered heroes now?" Feng Ziying seemed to be aroused with pride.
"Well, judging from our ages, in the eyes of many people in the world, we may barely be considered heroes, but you and I both know that now we both can only be regarded as the most inconspicuous little characters, and no one listens to what we say. , the opinions expressed are insignificant. From this perspective, let’s not say a hero, not even a character of sufficient importance, right?”
Xu Xie’s words made Feng Ziying nod, but she immediately expressed a different opinion, “Brother Zi Xun, we are young, aren’t we? This is our confidence.”
"Indeed, youth is an advantage, but Ziying, have you ever thought about it? Three years later, hundreds of Jinshi will come out, and another group of Sandingjia and Shujishi will come out. How long can this advantage last?" Xu Xie asked back.
Feng Ziying narrowed her eyes slightly and nodded: "Of course, this pressure may exist for each of us."
"So, Ziying, you must become a Shujishi." Xu Xie said solemnly: "The academy needs you to become a Shujishi, and you need it too."
Feng Ziying said leisurely: "Of course I think so, but Brother Zi Xun should know who has the power to choose the Shujishi Pavilion? My article offended many people, and the cabinet ministers probably don't want to see me."
"Ziying, not necessarily." Xu Xie smiled mysteriously, "As far as Brother Yu knows, some people just think that your literary talent is a little inferior and does not match your reputation. As for the views of your article, I think it's a matter of opinion. .”
“For example?” Feng Ziying knew the drama was coming and stared at the other party closely.
“For example, you have some views on the Japanese and Kaihai.” Xu Xie didn’t seem to care about Feng Ziying’s attitude at all.
"Oh?" Feng Ziying's heart skipped a beat. It seemed that she had underestimated the world's heroes. Xu Xie was by no means simple. Who was behind him?
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