Chapter 2797: Xu Zisheng’s inexhaustible policy, a poem written in seven steps to promise a new year

"Your Majesty, I am wronged! I am wronged!"

Qin Yuandao, the Minister of War, came to his senses at this time and struggled desperately. However, he was just a weak scholar. He was no match for the big and round guards of the Royal Forest Army. He could not break free at all. He could only shout loudly, and his voice was horrifying.

"Your Majesty, I wonder what happened that made Long Yan so angry?"

The Minister of Dali Temple was anxious and quickly stood up. The Minister of War was the core figure of their party. How could he be taken down for no reason and have to be handed over to the three departments for trial.

"Qin Yuandao is so courageous. He actually dares to embezzle 30% of the army's pay, involving hundreds of thousands of taels of silver. Death is not a pity!"

Emperor Yuan Jing closed the memorial on his case, which recorded the whereabouts of the money. It was very clear, even he who was not proficient in accounting could understand it.

Xu Zisheng sneered. The Minister of War's embezzlement of military pay was done perfectly. He also found someone who was proficient in accounting to make corrections, but he couldn't hide it from him. It only took him a day to sort it out. It was enough to make him completely unable to turn over.

Xu Zisheng did not speak for Xu New Year, but chose to surround Wei and rescue Zhao, and directly killed the minister of the Ministry of War. The remaining censor of Zuodu was left to Xu Qian's side.

After a moment of silence, Yuan Xiong, the censor of Zuodu, did not want to cause trouble and spoke again.

"Your Majesty, what Duke Cao Guo said is so heartbreaking! If Xu Xinnian is treated lightly because he is a student of Yunlu Academy, how will the Imperial Academy feel? How do the scholars in the world feel?"

"Back then, Emperor Wenzu established the Imperial Academy and swept the scholars of Yunlu Academy out of the court. Why? It was because the scholars of Yunlu Academy had no regard for the emperor and violated the law with their writing.

"Cheng Yasheng set up a stele in Yunlu Academy and inscribed the inscription: He died righteously to repay the kindness of the emperor, and his name will be remembered forever. It is to tell future generations how to be loyal to the emperor and love the country. Do you want to let the helplessness of Emperor Wenzu happen again?"

When the minister of Dali Temple heard this, the corner of his mouth slightly curled up. This was Wang Zha. It involved the battle between the Imperial College and Yunlu Academy. It was a battle between orthodoxies. The ministers in the court would definitely not support Yunlu Academy. Because they all came from the Imperial College. If you dare to speak for Xu New Year, you have to consider your own position and whether you will betray the court and the ministers because of this.

"snort!"

At this time, a cold snort filled with overwhelming anger resounded in the hall. Everyone turned their heads following the sound, and it turned out to be Prince Yu, who had been transparent in recent years. The prince in dark yellow dragon clothes stepped out, his face was ashen, and his two He has white temples and deep crow's feet at the corners of his eyes, making him look extremely old.

Yuan Xiong, the censor of Zuodu, who had just been filled with emotion when he saw King Yu coming out, felt his heart sink in vain, feeling bad.

"Going forward two hundred years, I have never heard of any scholar from Yunlu Academy plotting to harm the princess. Is this what you Imperial College scholars call loyalty to the emperor and patriotism?"

King Yu's face was full of anger, and he cursed unceremoniously at Zuo Du Yushi.

"hypocritical!"

"Your Majesty, I don't care about the truth of the imperial examination fraud case. I just think that the officials in the Ministry of Punishment are stupid and incompetent. If they knew how to handle the case, how could my poor Pingyang die crying for injustice? After a thorough investigation of this case, I am afraid that the injustice will still not be redressed today. The imperial examination fraud case is of great significance. I hope that your majesty can retry the case and have the three divisions jointly examine it together with the supervisor."

Emperor Yuan Jing frowned, looked hesitantly, and looked at all the civil and military officials.

King Yu knew how to show weakness, and he burst into tears immediately, making Emperor Yuan Jing look unbearable.

"Your Majesty, my poor Pingyang!"

“Shameless!!

The expressions of the minister of Dali Temple, the censor of Zuodu and others changed drastically. The case of Princess Pingyang was a thorn in the side between the civil servants and Emperor Yuan Jing. The censor of Zuodu told Emperor Jing of the Yuan Dynasty that the scholars at Yunlu Academy could not control it. At this time, King Yu told Emperor Yuan Jing that the scholars in the Imperial College also had the intention to murder the clan and would take action.

Wei Yuan secretly laughed in his heart. He expected Xu Qian to ask King Yu for help, but he also had a rough guess as to why Cao Guogong turned against him in the face of battle.

Although Xu Ningyan was not good at party disputes, he was extremely savvy and saw the situation sharply. At this time, Cao Guogong and other nobles all agreed, forming a vague confrontation with the civil officials.

Wang Shoufu watched with cold eyes, but he was quite surprised in his heart. The current situation of confrontation between nobles and civil servants was something he had never imagined. Duke Cao Guo and King Yu are not the same person, and neither are they the same person as Wei Yuan, but it is an indisputable fact that the two sides join forces. Who is manipulating all this behind the scenes?

"Cao Guogong, Wuxun Group, King Yu, could it be him!"

A guess flashed through the mind of Chief Assistant Wang Wenzhen, and his face paused slightly before returning to normal.

The situation suddenly took a turn for the worse, and Zuo Du Yushi and others were frightened. If this case is retried and the police officer gets involved, all plans will come to nothing and a stalemate will eventually result.

Wang Wenzhen frowned slightly. From his standpoint, he didn't care who won or lost in this case. Firstly, Wei Yuan will not end up, and secondly, Xu New Year cannot represent the entire Yunlu Academy. If he really doesn't like it, he can just find a reason to send him to the corner of the corner!

"It's just that this case is no longer a simple case of fraud in the examination room, but a confrontation between the Wu Xun Group and the Civil Service Group. Xu Zisheng, the newly promoted cabinet bachelor, has taken action, which poses a certain threat to his status. He must suppress it. , otherwise he won’t be able to sit in the position of chief assistant for long!”

"Your Majesty, I do have a way to resolve this case quickly."

"Has Zhao Tingfang, the great scholar of Dongge University, leaked the question? He only needs to try to wish for a new year. Your Majesty can summon him to the palace, and you can personally come up with the questions for the examination, and let him compose a poem in front of all the princes. The poem "Walking on the Road" "Difficult" is ghostwritten by others, you will know in one test. As for the theory of classics and meanings, the imperial examination is about to take place. Whether Xu New Year has real talent and practical knowledge, your majesty will decide for yourself after reading the article. If it is really a idiot, it means that the leaked question is true and the cheating is Really, severe punishment will not be tolerated."

Wang Wenzhen was secretly changing his concept. Even if Xu Xinyin couldn't write a poem, it didn't mean that he had cheated in the examination.

Emperor Yuan Jing, who had been in charge of the government for decades, naturally knew the difference. He took a deep look at Wang Wenzhen and nodded.

"This statement makes sense, just follow what I love you to say."

A glint flashed in Xu Zisheng's eyes. The reactions of Emperor Yuan Jing and Wang Wenzhen were really interesting. It seemed that they didn't want his power to expand and wanted to suppress his edge.

"However, Xu Qi'an can help Xu Xinyin pass the exam questions. There is no reason why I can't do it. How can I not take this step!"

"It's all in vain to draw water from a bamboo basket!"

Xu Zisheng's expression was as usual, without any movement. King Yu glanced at Xu Zisheng and saw that he was unmoved. He was a little worried and said quickly.

"Your Majesty, this method is too rash. How can a masterpiece of poetry be easily picked up by an idle person?"

Cao Guogong and other generals also agreed and opposed this.

"In the examination room, time is also limited. If Xu Huiyuan can compose one song, why can't he compose a second one?"

"What King Yu said is wrong. Xu New Year's ability to produce a masterpiece that will be passed down to generations shows that he is very good at poetry. When he composes another poem, it will become clear after comparing the two."

"Your Majesty, this method is wonderful!"

The six ministries were the troublemakers, and they all spoke out to refute King Yu and agreed with the proposal of Chief Assistant Wang Wenzhen.

"My decision has been made, Prince Yu, there is no need to say more!"

Emperor Yuan Jing waved his hand to stop King Yu's rebuttal and said with a very serious expression.

After about a stick of incense, Xu New Year, wearing prison uniform, slowly walked through the passage paved with scarlet carpets, passed through the ministers on both sides, and came to the front of Emperor Yuan Jing.

"This is the Jinluan Palace!"

Xu Xinnian was extremely excited. After ten years of hard work, he just wanted to step into the Jinluan Palace and rank above the imperial court.

"Xu New Year has seen His Majesty!"

Emperor Yuan Jing looked at the handsome and delicate Xu Xinnian, and he felt a little more favorable, and thought to himself.

"Are Xu New Year and Xu Qi'an really cousins? Their looks are so different that it makes people feel comfortable!"

Emperor Yuan Jing withdrew his gaze, restored his imperial majesty, and asked Xu Xinnian very seriously.

"Let me ask you, did Grand Scholar Dongge accept bribes to leak questions to you?"

"Your Majesty, the student was wronged and there was no cheating!"

Xu New Year looked aggrieved, fell to his knees and shouted loudly.

"I will give you a chance. If you want to prove your innocence, you can compose a poem in this Jinluan Palace. I will write the title myself and wish you a happy new year. Do you dare?"

Xu New Year's face changed slightly when he heard this, and he was secretly surprised. When his eldest brother visited that day, he asked himself to recite a poem, saying that Xu University had asked him to prepare it in advance. Could it be that he had expected this step a long time ago? How is this possible?

The changes in Xu New Year's expression were seen by the ministers and Emperor Yuan Jing. They all thought that Xu New Year had a guilty conscience.

Xu New Year swallowed his saliva, his hands and feet trembled slightly, and he said inexplicably in shock.

"Your Majesty, please give me a question!"

"Repay the kindness of the emperor with righteousness and death, and be famous for centuries to come. This is what Cheng Yasheng said when he was established in Yunlu Academy. As a student of Yunlu Academy, you must have been deeply impressed. Today, I will write a poem with the theme of loyalty to the emperor and serving the country. First of all, I will give you a moment to burn incense."

“It’s actually a patriotic poem!”

Xu Xinnian looked at Emperor Yuan Jing in disbelief. Could it be that His Majesty and Academician Xu had already discussed it? This is the real leak! Otherwise, why would it be such a coincidence? It happens to be a patriotic poem!

Emperor Yuan Jing looked at Xu New Year with an expressionless face. Every emperor is a master of observing words and expressions. This is a skill they developed when they were princes.

"He seemed stunned. It seems he really can't compose poetry!"

King Yu also thought that Xu New Year was frightened. He coughed and wanted to plead for him, saying in a deep voice.

"His Majesty!"

"King Yu, Xu New Year only has time for one stick of incense, so don't disturb him from composing poems!"

The censor of Zuodu looked stern, and took a step forward to stop King Yu, his expression full of pride.

Only then did Xu New Year react. He remembered his eldest brother's behavior in front of everyone during the Buddhist fight that day. His heart moved and he took a step, causing everyone to stop and turn their attention to him.

"It turns out this is what it feels like to be in the spotlight. It's great!"

Under the astonished gazes of everyone, Xu New Year took another step forward. His expression was calm and unhurried, and his steps were firm and steady, which made people feel a powerful force.

"Your Majesty, students don't need a stick of incense. My eldest brother is the leader of great poets. Although I am not as good as him, I can still write a poem in seven steps!"

Just as Xu New Year was speaking, he took five more steps, turned around and looked at the ministers with a solemn expression.

"A poem in seven steps?!"

Everyone looked at Xu New Year in surprise, their eyes full of disbelief. Xu New Year was so confident, he couldn't be just pretending!

"And he's already taken seven steps!"

At this moment, Xu New Year stood with his hands behind his back, raising his head slightly, his face full of solemnity and admirable aura.

"Dark clouds are pressing down on the city, about to destroy it, and the armor's light is shining towards the golden scales of the sun. The sound of horns fills the autumn sky, and the swallow's fat is stuffed with night purple. A half-rolled red flag faces the Yishui, and the sound of the heavy frost and cold drums cannot be heard."

The civil servants frowned slightly, with a bit of shock in their eyes. This poem is indeed good and surprising.

Zuodu Yushi and Dali Temple Qing looked at each other with ugly expressions on their faces, took a step quickly, and spoke at the same time.

"This poem is certainly good, but what does it have to do with being loyal to the emperor? What you wrote is just about soldiers and horses on the battlefield, and the meeting of heroes in a dignified manner. You can't even fit the title of the poem. Isn't this cheating?"

Xu New Year turned a deaf ear, turned around suddenly, bowed his head to Emperor Yuan Jing, and his voice became louder and louder, resounding throughout the palace.

"Report your favor on the golden stage, support the Jade Dragon and die for you."

Xu Xinnian knew how to show his holiness in front of others. He was obviously influenced by Xu Qian's ears and eyes, and he would not miss any opportunity to show off. As soon as the last line of the poem was uttered, the Jinluan Palace was silent and everyone stood dumbfounded.

"Report your favor on the golden stage, support the Jade Dragon and die for you."

Emperor Yuan Jing thought about it leisurely, then showed a smile, his face was filled with joy. With his tone and expression, anyone could tell that he was in a very good mood.

"Good poem, good poem. As expected of Hui Yuan, worthy of a talented man who could write "The Road Is Difficult"."

"Xu Huiyuan's poetry talent is not inferior to that of my brother. "Traveling is Difficult" was written by you and there was no fraud. I will allow you to enter the Hanlin Academy."

The Hanlin Academy is also known as the place of the prime minister. Only those who have entered the Hanlin Academy can be qualified to join the cabinet. They are the first-class nobles in the dynasty.

Xu New Year was excited, bowed and saluted, and shouted loudly.

"Your Majesty, Holy Might!"

"I am tired and will withdraw from the court."

Emperor Yuan Jing rubbed his brows and watched a big show. His interest was gone, so he got up and left the Jinluan Hall.

At this point, the examination fraud case has come to an end, and the verdict has been sealed. The faces of all the ministers and workers were strange, they did not expect that the case would end like this.

The censor of Zuodu and the Minister of Dali Temple looked extremely ugly. According to the usual practice, Xu Xinnian, as a student of Yunlu Academy, would not be able to enter the Hanlin Academy. The best result would be to be assigned to Qingzhou. If you serve as an official in the territory of Yang Gong, the layman of Ziyang, you will never want to enter the center of the court.

The sixth-grade officer, as well as the other third-grade officials, felt disappointed and dissatisfied. This dissatisfaction almost reached its peak after hearing Emperor Yuan Jing's promise to let Xu Xinnian enter the Hanlin Academy.

What qualifications does a student from Yunlu Academy have to enter the Hanlin Academy? In the two hundred years since the Imperial College was founded, nothing like this has ever happened.

The princes in the palace and the ministers outside the palace dispersed with complicated emotions. When they passed through the main square, they saw a silver gong standing with a sword. Facing the Meridian Gate, facing the officials.

Chief Assistant Wang Wenzhen stopped, frowned, and looked at Xu Qi'an, wondering what he was going to do and whether he dared to fight with them. Even Wei Yuan did not have the guts.

However, Xu Zisheng kept walking and continued to move forward leisurely. He surpassed Wang Wenzhen, passed Xu Qi'an, walked forward, and gradually disappeared from everyone's sight.

Xu Qi'an did not stop him. He waited until Xu Zisheng was far away before he made a move. His eyes slowly swept over everyone, and he suddenly sneered, and said slowly with anger in his Dantian.

"Both your body and name will be destroyed, but the flow of rivers will not be destroyed forever! Bah!"

Xu Qian spat fiercely, picked up the knife, and walked away slowly. He came here just to curse and disgust all the civil servants.

There was a dead silence inside and outside the Meridian Gate. Hundreds of officials seemed to have lost their voices collectively, and this ironic poem echoed in their ears. Only scholars can truly understand the irony contained in this poem, how sharp it is!

Scholars are not afraid of being scolded, nor are they afraid of quarrels. Some even regard quarrels as discussions and are complacent. People with low status like to quarrel with people with high status.

He has a long-standing reputation and likes to quarrel with people of the same level, and even likes to quarrel with the emperor. Once the emperor became angry and frustrated, they would become even more energetic, as if they had been given a shot of chicken blood. The leader among them was Liu Bu Gei Shizhong.

But scholars also care about something, reputation! Being famous before and after death is their highest pursuit. Er Cao's body and name are both destroyed, and the eternal flow of rivers will not be wasted. This is a heart-wrenching statement. No scholar can tolerate the ridicule of this poem. It is too malicious.

"A madman, a bastard, a rude fellow! How dare you bully us like this! My lords, you can't stand it anymore. Send troops quickly to kill this thief."

Yuan Xiong, the censor of Zuodu, was furious. All his plans had failed, and his mood was already at a low point. His whole body was like a powder keg. At this time, Xu Qian's behavior of deliberately waiting to step on the Meridian Gate made his heart hurt with anger. He felt that Xu Qi'an's poem was mocking him and wanted to nail him to the pillar of shame.

It's a pity that the Ouchi guards only obey the orders of Emperor Yuan Jing, and even the princess and prince have no right to transfer them.

Wang Wenzhen, the chief minister of the cabinet, took a deep breath, looked away from Xu Zisheng's retreating back, twitched the corners of his mouth slightly, looked at Wei Yuan behind him, and said with a smile.

"Mr. Wei has really cultivated a capable subordinate!"

Wang Wenzhen was originally unhappy because he didn't suppress Xu Zisheng's limelight today. Originally, he was so deep in the city that he could not show his emotions. Every time he thought of being blocked and scolded by Xu Qian, he couldn't help but feel a little angry. It can be seen from this sentence The lethality of poetry.

At this time, all the officials looked at Wei Yuan angrily and questioned him with their eyes.

Only then did Wei Yuan come back to his senses, with a calm demeanor, and asked unhurriedly.

"What are you doing? Do you want to take your seat?!"

When the officials heard this, their expressions froze, and their eyes were turned away. They were defeated by Wei Yuan's light words.

"Then how should today's incident be written in the history books?"

A young Hanlin Academy lecturer looked at the ministers, holding a pen in his right hand and a book in his left hand, and asked in a deep voice.

Before he finished speaking, all the ministers turned their heads one after another and looked at him with faint eyes, as if to say, you are stupid from reading!

The minister of the Hanlin Academy, who had just returned to China in the future, shrank his head and said sincerely.

"Such a small thing is not enough to be recorded in the annals of history."

In the palace, Emperor Yuan Jing, holding the Taoist Scripture in his hand, listened silently to the old eunuch's report and learned about what happened at the Meridian Gate.

"How brave!"

Emperor Yuan Jing laughed loudly, with a joking expression on his face and said loudly.