Promotion and fortune in Song Dynasty

Zhao Zhen had long thought of re-organizing the election and promoting people of different ranks, but because he was only the prince of the supervisory country at that time, and the young master said that the time was not yet ripe, he had to shelve it for the time being.

Now that the war is approaching, but there are very few strategic generals in the court, isn't it the best time to select soldiers and select military generals?

The more Zhao Zhen thought about it, the more feasible it became.

According to his deep understanding of the little master's delay in returning to Beijing, if he discusses this matter seriously with the other party, not only will he be rejected by the eloquent former teacher, but he will also be suspected of scaring the snake.

Rather...

Zhao Zhen's eyeballs rolled, and he couldn't hide his complacent "hehe" smile, relying on the fact that there was no one in the hall.

——Half a month later, when Lu Ci received the complete process of drafting by Zhi Zhigao, handwriting by the emperor, and sealing by the Ministry of Education, he was appointed as the chief examiner of the imperial examination, and he returned to the Beijing lock court on the same day. When it came time to issue the imperial edict for matters such as the charter papers, the whole person was in a rare daze.

Seeing his rare petrified appearance, Teng Zongliang couldn't help but come closer to him curiously, and was stunned: "Haven't you already been a probation officer for a tribute exam?"

It's only been eight years since Lu Huhu's title on the gold list, so how could he have accumulated the qualifications of the main examiner for the second degree!

The corners of Lu Ci's mouth twitched: "Then you have to ask the officials."

This miraculous approach can be seen as the work of a former student, and I don't know how he persuaded Li Di and Kou Zhun to agree to pass this ridiculous edict.

Teng Zongliang was both surprised and envious. He clicked his tongue for a long time before suddenly reacting: "No, now that you're leaving, Qinzhou... No, who do you need to turn to for the entire military affairs?"

"Didn't you see the part at the end?" Lu Ci chuckled, "During the election period, Qinzhou affairs will be handled by you and Brother Zhu temporarily, while military affairs will be handled by Gongshou and General Li."

Although the efficiency of the imperial court is relatively low, it still dare not procrastinate and neglect matters that the officials are very concerned about and often inquire about.

Whether it was building the city in ten days, Zhu Shuo, who made Xixia feel like a thorn in his throat, or presiding over the plan to rescue Zongsiluo, or building Zhang Kang, who was close to Tubo, all of them took advantage of the opportunity of the imperial court to employ people and achieved great success. In normal times, it is almost unbelievable to jump five times in a row.

Although it is only temporary, the position in the hands of Jiedu Envoys along the way also has a huge weight, which they usually dare not think about.

"Then I'm really in the honor of Cidi." Thinking of the beautiful situation when no one can use him as a cow anymore, Teng Zongliang couldn't restrain his joy, and said hypocritically: "Cidi, don't worry. Go ahead, I will definitely take a good look at this Qinzhou city for you, and I will never lose half a brick."

Lu Ci didn't bother to pay attention to his slick tongue, frowned for a while, then relaxed his brows, and walked briskly back home.

Fortunately, although the officials are fond of nonsense, they did not make any mistakes in choosing the candidate to take his place temporarily. They only selected someone with real ability and practical work, who was often involved in relevant government affairs on weekdays, saving Lu Ci from too much effort in handing over.

Moreover, the date specified in the imperial edict is very close, which means that his schedule is very urgent, except for the travel needs, at most he can squeeze out two days to make an explanation.

Lu Ci rubbed his brows, and once again made a note of the little boss who gave him extra tasks on a whim, and then organized the official documents piled up on the wooden shelf in an orderly manner.

When Di Qing, who didn't know it, came back from the barracks briskly, and when he was about to stick to him again, he saw that his sweetheart was so busy that he didn't have time to distract himself.

"Are you here?" Lu Ci ordered without raising his head, "It's just in time, hurry up and carefully remove the top five piles for me."

He is no taller than Di Qing, and he stepped on a small wooden frame when he put it on, but he couldn't find it for a while, so of course he took advantage of the tall man who came to the door.

Di Qing responded without even thinking about it, stretched out his hand, and moved down the stacks of old Gao's official documents without any effort: "What else?"

"Not for the time being." Lu Ci quickly said, "The items on the table have already been divided into categories. The ones on the left are for Brother Zhu and Brother Teng, and the ones on the right are for General Li and Gongshou."

Di Qing was taken aback: "Is Yu Yu going to...?"

Lu Ci said helplessly: "The officials ordered me to return to Beijing to support the election system. I will assign the duties to the four of them first."

Di Qing, who was immersed in honey just a moment ago, felt as if he had been struck by five thunderbolts at this moment, his eyes were dull, and he said slowly after a long while: "That, that day?"

Lu Ci: "It's the first ten days of July now, but the exams will be introduced on the second day of August. Are you in a hurry?"

Di Qing: "..."

After Lu Ci reluctantly got distracted and gave a simple explanation, he continued to plunge into the finishing work.

It's not difficult just to classify the texts, but the troublesome part is that if he just handles it himself, some of the short notes are only for reminders, and they are clear enough.

But in the eyes of others, it is obviously not clear enough.

I have to find out one by one, and write more notes.

By the time Lu Ci finished his hard work, it was already late at night.

He was so hungry that he didn't even have time for dinner, so he ordered his servants to bring the meal that had been hot on the stove.

It was at this time that he remembered that there should still be someone beside him, but he didn't know that he had been silent all this time: "Hanchen?"

Di Qing looked utterly listless, sat on the side listlessly, and said in a daze after hearing the words: "Hmm."

Lu Ci wondered, "What's wrong with you?"

Seeing that the two places have to be separated again not long after falling into the blissful love between the two, how can Di Qing regain his energy?

Hearing the inexplicable question from the grandfather, Di Qing felt unspeakable.

He struggled to sort out his emotions before maintaining a calm expression: "...the separation is imminent, so it is inevitable that I will feel a little bit reluctant."

Lu Ci laughed and said: "I see that you have lived in the barracks for a long time. Even after you got in touch with me, you rarely talked to them when you came back. Is endless reluctance coming?"

Di Qing was stunned.

He savored Lu Ci's words carefully, and after a while, he suddenly realized: "Grandpa!"

He thought about it for a while, and was so happy that he even forgot about changing his name.

Lu Ci was lazily leaning against this warm, solid body, closing his eyes and resting his mind, without any defense, he was startled by the suddenly raised voice against the back of his head.

"It's all right, what are you doing when you're surprised?"

Dissatisfied, Lu Ci patted the thick thighs that were attached to the sides of his waist and parted outwards loudly on the human pillow, and ordered, "Lie quietly."

"Yes." After Di Qing answered honestly, although his body remained motionless, his heart was still extremely excited: "Gongzu means that I will go too?"

"Nonsense." Lu Ci didn't know whether to laugh or cry, "I've talked to you about it before. Compared with civil and military examinations, is the method of selecting scholars more suitable for you?"

Not only did Di Qing have a deep understanding of his own level, Lu Ci tutored him for so many years, not only knowing that he was not interested in dancing, but also in military strategy planning, in the midst of the battlefield, he also knew that those who pay attention to elegance and rhythm should be tested. When it comes to poetry and poetry...

Di Qing was afraid that he would have to study extremely painfully, at least he would have to take the exam seven or eight times, and in the end he might have to rely on luck to become a 'Fan Jin'.

If you follow the path of martial arts, you will always be suspected of being inferior in the eyes of the courtiers, and this dynasty emphasizes civility over martial arts, so it is difficult to go smoothly.

In comparison, it is natural that half of the martial arts, half of the literary exams, and finally the "civilian position" and "military position" of the "military planner who can be a general" are the most suitable for Di Qing.

Especially for Di Qing, he has a solid record accumulated over the years on the battlefield with real knives and guns and a little bit of fighting. Before that, because he was white, he knew he had to take the path of restraint, and the officials kept suppressing him. That's why he has been working as a military attache in the army, but he has not had half an official position, and his position is very delicate.

After passing the clear path of the system, these credits can be liquidated together, not to mention reaching the sky in one step, at least he can be a "Confucian general" who can play his own role on the battlefield against Xixia.

Di Qing was still immersed in the joy of not having to leave. Hearing the words, he said without hesitation: "But Gong... Yu Yu is the examiner, so I need to avoid suspicion. If I go to the exam, I'm afraid it will be inappropriate."

Because he understood this too well, as soon as Di Qing heard the news, he naturally put his own reference thoughts behind him.

Finally understanding Di Qing's concerns, Lu Ci laughed and shook his head: "The country selects talents, and you are a capable person, how can you not go? Besides, you can't fake the bow and horse martial arts. The transcription officer is here, don't say that I don't mean to be selfish, even if I really have that intention, it would be as difficult as climbing the sky."

Not only was he not the only one who came up with the questions, but he had to go through at least three examiners to review the test papers. When it was his turn to judge, it was probably already at the stage of final ranking.

As for the others, after he was locked in the hospital, the only thing that would be announced was the scope of the exam questions. That was no secret.

For example, there are always so many reference books in Gongju, but there are countless extensions of examination methods. How can you understand the questions just by talking about them?

It's just that Di Qing's worries are not superfluous.

Lu Ci was very sure that when Di Qing went to the exam, there would be no shortage of officials who would use this statement as an excuse to question him.

It's just that in his opinion, when that day really comes, it's all right to argue with reason.If he wants to live in accordance with the minds of Taiwan officials, then he will have to pack his bags and get out of the officialdom immediately, so as not to disturb the "convention" of promotion based on seniority.

Lu Ci's real confidence lies in the fact that if he really wants to do something, no one can stop him at the moment—let alone the top priority of "send your little boyfriend to sign up for reference and embark on an official career" that he has always cared about. It's a big deal, and there's no room for mistakes.

After hearing this, Di Qing, who was unaware of Lu Ci's plans, was suddenly moved.

He intends to be an official, and has patiently waited for that 'opportunity' for so many years, not because he cares so much about fame and fortune.

And the most important reason is that he still doesn't want to be left far behind by his grandfather all the time, and has the audacity to be that shameless person, but he can't repay his father's half of the burden.

To be able to have your own place in the officialdom, do what you can for your sweetheart...

Seeing that he was silent, but those dark eyes became brighter, Lu Ci couldn't help raising his eyebrows with a smile, and said teasingly: "Why, Hanchen, who is unparalleled in courage and even charged forward to kill the enemy, could be scared on the spot as soon as he holds a pen in his hand?" Zhan, do not want to go?"

"go with!"

Di Qing shook his head embarrassingly, then nodded vigorously and said, "I can't ask for it."

Lu Ci smiled and said, "Then why don't you go back and pack your bags for the day after tomorrow?"

Who made him have an extraordinary vision, and fell in love with this group of irritable little begonias who like to take the lead and charge forward.

It's a long way to go, only he will escort you behind, and you can be the only one who has nothing else to do.