Chapter 248: Nameless and without Status

Xiao Jingzhao read the letter quickly, and the corners of his mouth rose unconsciously.

"Your Majesty, does the Emperor of Liang believe that it is true?" Xiang Song had been looking forward to it for a long time, and he couldn't help his curiosity.

"He not only believes it, but he also holds hope. I didn't lie to him about this. Isn't it the right way to send someone to look for it?" Xiao Jingzhao said as he folded the letter and put it back.

The Emperor of Liang sincerely apologized in the letter, saying that the third prince had caused trouble in the border without authorization in order to compete for the position of the crown prince. He knew that he had already disciplined him strictly.

In order to show the sincerity of Liang, Liang would send envoys to Wanling to apologize.

He also said that if Wanling could help Liang find the eldest prince, Liang would be willing to offer three cities as a token of gratitude.

Wanling was a strong country, and Xiao Jingzhao didn't care whether the Emperor of Liang really didn't know what the third prince of Liang did, or was deliberately indulgent.

He was willing to help find the lost eldest prince of Liang State, simply because he did not want to fight, because fighting would kill people.

He was unwilling to satisfy his competitive spirit with the brothers who had lived and died together in the military camp.

He advocated peace and would not go to war unless necessary.

It is said that when gods fight, the people suffer. He would preserve his strength while maintaining friendly relations with neighboring countries.

He would make Wanling State more and more powerful, just as he named the country Sheng.

Three days later, the emperor held a palace examination in Baohe Hall.

After answering questions on policy essays, only a few of the scholars could stand in front of the emperor. Unsurprisingly, Zhen Jingxiu and Su Jin were among them. Lin Xiangzhi had passed this test.

Xiao Jingzhao broke the old rules and asked questions and talked with several people in person.

After a question and answer session, Zhen Jingxiu, Su Jin, and a scholar named Bai Zhou answered fluently, which made Xiao Jingzhao very satisfied.

Although Lin Xiangzhi answered better than the others, there was no harm without comparison.

Just as Lin Xiangzhi was wailing inwardly, Xiao Jingzhao changed the subject and turned the topic to the issue of silver in the national treasury.

Lin Xiangzhi instantly gained confidence. Speaking of silver management, that was his strong point.

He was the only one in the hall who spoke eloquently, and Zhen Jingxiu, Su Jin, Bai Zhou and others were all stunned.

The officials on both sides were dumbfounded. This view was experienced and clear. If someone said that the person in front of them was the Minister of Revenue who had been in office for many years, they would not doubt it at all.

"Good!"

Xiao Jingzhao praised,

and the rest of the people looked at Lin Xiangzhi with new eyes, who had answered mediocre questions in the first two rounds.

After the palace examination, Xiao Jingzhao immediately announced the results of the palace examination and named Zhen Jingxiu as the top scholar.

Su Jin was the second place, and Bai Zhou was the third place.

The top three were all assigned to the Hanlin Academy, and Zhen Jingxiu was awarded the position of editor of the Hanlin Academy, from the sixth rank.

Su Jin and Bai Zhou were granted the title of editors of the Hanlin Academy, and the rank of the seventh rank.

The rest of the people in the hall were granted the title of Jinshi.

Lin Xiangzhi thought:

Wanqiu, the task given to him by the emperor cannot be completed.

The position of the Minister of the Ministry of Revenue will definitely be taken over by others.

Just as everyone thanked the emperor and stood up, the left minister Fan Zhiqing stood up to advise.

"Your Majesty, I have something to say, but I don't know if I should say it or not?"

Xiao Jingzhao nodded slightly, "These days, Mr. Fan has worked hard for the government, and I have seen all of this. If you have any ideas, just say it."

Xiao Jingzhao never hesitated to praise his ministers. He announced it in the morning court before the palace examination. After selecting the top three, the left minister and the cabinet ministers will discuss and decide how to arrange the vacant positions.

He only mentioned one point, that the Minister of the Ministry of Revenue needs a talented person to take on the responsibility.

With the emperor's permission, Fan Zhiqing glanced at Lin Xiangzhi.

"In my opinion, Master Lin knows a lot about the management of money and income. The position of the Minister of the Ministry of Revenue is still vacant, and Master Lin is the most suitable candidate."

"I second the motion."

"I second the motion."

The cabinet ministers on the side all bowed their hands in agreement.

Zhen Jingxiu and Su Jin both cast a happy look at Lin Xiangzhi. The three of them were arguing with each other, and the only thing left was to celebrate in the hall.

Lin Xiangzhi began to let go of his worries. After all, he did not let down the emperor's kindness, and the position of the Minister was about to be secured.

Lin Xiangzhi looked at Xiao Jingzhao in the hall, and the villain in his heart cheered.

Nod quickly! Isn't it just right for someone to send a pillow when you are sleepy?

Xiao Jingzhao raised his sword eyebrows slightly, and nodded slightly with a smile.

Just when everyone thought that this matter was like picking snails with three fingers - a sure thing.

Xiao Jingzhao coughed dryly and said, "Not appropriate."

Lin Xiangzhi's head was buzzing.

He cursed in his heart:

This idiot doesn't know how to take advantage of the situation. Even if he is given another three years, he will not be able to pass the imperial examination!

Zhen Jingxiu and Su Jin were also confused. What is the emperor trying to do?

He said that he would recruit talents regardless of their background. Is his golden words not valid? ? ?

"Your Majesty, please think twice. I believe that I am not wrong. Young Master Lin is a talented person who will definitely be able to manage the purse of Wanling State." Fan Zhiqing bowed again and said earnestly.

"I believe in your judgment. I don't need to elaborate on how important the position of the Minister of Revenue is. Young Master Lin has passed the imperial examination and has not yet been trained. The top scholar is only in the sixth rank. It is definitely inappropriate for a newly promoted Jinshi to be promoted to the third rank."

"This..."

The ministers looked at each other. It is true that a Jinshi can be directly appointed, but from ancient times to the present, there has never been a newly promoted Jinshi who has passed the imperial examination and has been promoted to an important position.

Which of the emperor's words counts?

Lin Xiangzhi drooped his eyelids and simply looked at Xiao Jingzhao, who looked down on him.

He was afraid that he could not control his scolding eyes.

The atmosphere in the hall suddenly became a little dull.

Xiao Jingzhao glanced at everyone and said, "But there are exceptions to everything."

The ministers felt relieved when they heard that there was a play.

Lin Xiangzhi raised his eyelids and looked directly at Xiao Jingzhao.

Xiao Jingzhao smiled a playful smile at the corner of his mouth, which disappeared in an instant.

At an angle that no one could see, Lin Xiangzhi rolled his eyes.

This guy was as black-bellied as ever, and he never played tricks on him the same way every time.

A minister couldn't help but ask: "What does the emperor mean..."

Xiao Jingzhao nodded slightly and nonchalantly: "I approve it, but the new Jinshi has not been trained and sent out, so the post of Minister of the Ministry of Revenue will be temporarily handed over to Lin Xiangzhi. Whether he can do it depends on his ability. What do you think?"

Lin Xiangzhi: "..."

What the hell, you let the horse run without giving it grass to eat, this nameless and unranked, what's the point?

Father, mother and uncle are still waiting for him to announce the good news, how can he announce the good news?

Passed the Jinshi and got a temporary job?

After hearing what Xiao Jingzhao said, the ministers agreed.

The left prime minister was the most excited. These days, the Ministry of Revenue has come to ask him for instructions on all the big and small matters, and he has been so busy that he has neglected his most beloved concubine.

Someone finally took over the pot.

He bowed his hands in admiration: "Your Majesty is wise, but Mr. Lin's rank..."

Xiao Jingzhao glanced at Lin Xiangzhi, who understood immediately.

He hurriedly bowed to the Left Prime Minister: "Thank you for your appreciation, Lord Zuo Xiang. As a minister, I will definitely share the worries of the king. As for the rank, I don't care, it doesn't matter if it's a little lower."

The Left Prime Minister nodded slightly: "Eat the salary and share the worries of the king. Mr. Lin is not only talented, but also has such awareness at a young age. His future is limitless."

Lin Xiangzhi: "..."

It is infinite exploitation...