Domineering Daming

Seeing that Amin acquiesced, Huang Taiji also breathed a sigh of relief. Now there are only two big Baylors left in Houjin. He doesn't have enough power to suppress Amin. his power.

He glanced at Amin, then looked at Dorgon and said: "This time, Dorgon will also join us, sending [-] troops, and then unite with Horqin and Khalkha, we must win in one battle!"

Dorgon nodded indifferently, he had only been leading the army for half a month, and he had to listen to Huang Taiji for everything.

Seeing that the matter has been settled, Tong Yangzhen frowned and said, "Then, Dahan, what should Tokyo do? What should we do if Mao Wenlong's fakes come true and a real attack comes?"

Huang Taiji smiled lightly, and said: "Ben Khan is sure that the Ming Dynasty will not, they have more troubles than us, as long as we don't start a war, they will not mess around."

Amin was furious in his heart, and he stood up abruptly and said: "I listen to you! But if you lose again this time, don't blame me for using family law to deal with you!"

After speaking, Amin lifted his foot and left.

Huang Taiji looked at his back, his face was flat, but his eyes were cold.

Dorgon saw everything in his eyes, a sneer appeared in his heart, his expression remained still, and he waited quietly.

Sure enough, Huang Taiji took a deep breath, turned his head to look at Dorgon and said: "Dorgon, Duoduo will not go this time, let him lead four soldiers and horses to guard Tokyo."

Dorgon's eyes flashed with joy, he stood up and said, "Thank you Khan."

Huang Taiji nodded, looked outside the door, smiled at the corner of his mouth, and said: "Go get ready, send troops in five days!"

"Then, do you still need to inform the emperor of the Ming Dynasty?" De Gelei, who had been silent all this time, suddenly asked.

After these words, Jierharang, who was also silent, also raised his head to look at Huang Taiji.

"No need!"

Huang Taiji stood up abruptly, and strode outside.

Chapter 374 Another Conflict with King Xin

Zhu Xu stayed in the military and political institutes for a while, met with the deans of the two institutes, and reiterated the requirements of no party formation, no involvement in politics, etc., and then returned to the palace under the sun.

Once back to the palace, Xin Wang Zhu Youjian and Minister of the Ministry of Officials Zhou Yingqiu were already waiting.

"Your Majesty." The two saluted at the same time.

Zhu Xu waved his hand and said, "Let's go, let's talk in the side room."

Zhu Xu's physique is that he is afraid of the cold in winter and the heat in summer, not to mention facing such a big sun outside.

Both of them had no objection, and followed Zhu Xu to the side room.

Zhu Xu wiped off his sweat, changed his clothes, served three bowls of herbal tea respectively, and took a few sips before feeling relieved.

Sitting on the soft bed, he looked at the two with a smile and said, "Both sit, don't be cautious."

After all, Zhu Youjian was the emperor's elder brother, he hesitated for a while, and sat not far from Zhu Xu, Zhou Yingqiu had no choice but to sit down too.

Zhu Youjian didn't know what Zhu Xu was going to do when he left the palace, and he didn't care. He straightened his back, paused for a while, and said, "Your Majesty, the imperial examination is coming soon, and I'm here for the imperial examination."

As soon as Zhu Xu sat down, he felt unbearably hot all over again, took another sip of herbal tea, and said with a smile, "Well, Brother Huang, tell me what you think."

Zhu Youjian looked at Zhu Xu, and remained silent for a while before saying: "Your Majesty, the Nanjing Tribute Court has been axed, and now the imperial examination needs to be reorganized. I have talked with Zhou Shangshu for a long time, and there are many disputes. I am here to invite the Holy Tribunal."

Zhu Xu's expression remained unchanged, and he secretly smiled.

Zhou Yingqiu belonged to him, Zhu Youjian probably wanted to convince him by saying this.

Zhou Yingqiu saw that Zhu Xu smiled and said nothing, so he said, "Your Majesty, since the Tang Dynasty, there have been too many problems in the imperial examinations. The ministers and officials have carried out bold reforms. However, the prince does not agree."

Zhu Xu nodded, motioning for Zhu Youjian to say.

Zhu Youjian's eyes were fixed, and he said in an unhurried tone: "Your Majesty, the imperial examination is of great importance to the imperial court and to the scholars of the world. Even if there are some disadvantages, we can't overthrow them all and start over. The ministers' proposal is delayed."

Holding the herbal tea cup in both hands, Zhu Xu nodded silently.In Zhu Youjian's words, it was "delayed", but in fact it was still "denied".

Zhou Yingqiu looked at Zhu Xu, his eyes moved slightly, and said: "Your Majesty, this year's imperial examinations are still the same as in previous years. However, every scholar needs to announce his background, property, acres of land, whether he has committed prostitution, crimes, unfilial piety, etc. It will be verified by the local government before they can enter. In addition, the proportion of the south will be further reduced and changed to 'five south and five north', and the prince does not agree with this."

Zhu Xu raised his brows, looked at Zhu Youjian and said, "What's the opinion of Brother Huang?"

Listening to Zhou Yingqiu's words, Zhu Youjian saw that he did not expand, nor did he intend to sow dissension, he felt a little relieved, looked at Zhu Xu and said, "Your Majesty, there is no precedent for asking scholars to announce their property, which may cause dissatisfaction among scholars. Moreover, it will take a long time for the local government to verify, and it is inevitable that favoritism and fraud will occur. The southern people, Fei Cui, are already unequal, and if the number of places is reduced again, the southern provinces will definitely be unequal and at odds with the court."

There are cultural differences between the north and the south of the Ming Dynasty. The culture in the north is weak and the middle ranks are few, while the culture in the south is strong and there are many scholars.

All the people who have ever had Jinshi and rank were from the south. The south has an absolute advantage in the imperial examination. They are absolutely unwilling to give up this advantage. What's more, among the officials in the world, the south is the most, especially the largest. Clique - Donglin Party!

Zhu Xu tapped his fingers on the table, his mind racing.

Zhu Youjian's words are not his own position, but represent most of the scholars in the world, because most of them are from the south.

But the more this is the case, the more a solution is needed.

After a while, he looked up at Zhou Yingqiu and said, "Tell me about next year."

Zhu Youjian frowned, and endured without interrupting.

Zhou Yingqiu was well prepared, bowed and said: "Your Majesty, the Ministry of Officials has a draft. In each chief secretary, academies approved by the imperial court can be set up, divided into three classes, counties, provinces and provinces. They will be assessed and selected at various levels, and finally in each province Scholars who have completed their studies can go to Beijing for reference, and after the middle school, they can enter the Royal Government Academy, and after graduation, they can be arranged by the Ministry of Officials to become an official."

"This is just a general idea, and there are many details to be improved. For example, taxes, catering, age, etc., all need to be finalized. There is also this year's martial arts, which I am still deliberating with my colleagues."

"My minister plans to call the magistrates and prefectures from all over the country to Beijing to enter the Royal Council for assessment. If they fail the assessment, they will be punished. If they are excellent, they can be promoted and reused."

"These ministers have all discussed with Wen Zhaoge, the prince...has a lot of hesitation."

Zhu Youjian listened silently, he knew very well in his heart that even if it wasn't Zhu Xu's instruction, he must have known about it a long time ago.

Such a change was unprecedented. The matter of the imperial examination was too important. It is not an exaggeration to say that it is "the foundation of the country". Without full certainty, it would be very difficult for him to agree.

Seeing that Zhu Youjian was silent, Zhu Xu could understand his thoughts. The imperial examination was as important as the abolition of Nanjing, and even had a greater impact. You have to be careful.

However, in Zhu Xu's view, Daming is full of talents, and there will be no shortage of talents in a short period of time.What he wants to do is not simply to select scholars, just like setting up the three divisions. In addition to decentralizing power, there are also reasons for combating and curbing corruption and improving administrative efficiency.In reforming the imperial examination, Zhu Xu wanted to break the monopoly of the rich, popularize education, and weaken the existing government-business groups.

Zhu Youjian didn't speak, his silence was the best protest.

Zhu Xu tapped his fingers on the table, convincing Zhu Youjian that it was very important.He needs Zhu Youjian to persuade the Donglin Party and reduce opposition, at least not to let the scholars of the world oppose him as the emperor.

"Brother Huang."

Zhu Xu raised his head to look at Zhu Youjian, and said with firm eyes: "The reform of the imperial examination is imperative, and I have made up my mind. I will not interfere in this year's imperial examination, and I will leave it to the emperor to handle it."

Zhu Youjian frowned, and he could tell that this was Zhu Xu's concession, but when it came to the Zhu family's ten thousand-year foundation, he still couldn't compromise, but he also knew that he couldn't stand firm, and said solemnly: "Your Majesty, this is a matter of concern It is important, the minister believes that it should be discussed in court."

Zhu Xu picked up the teacup, his expression was cold, his tone was oppressive, and he said, "Brother Emperor, do you think the court council can stop me?"

The corners of Zhu Youjian's face twitched, and there was a look of contemplation between his brows.