The Ming Dynasty started with caution

Annan is still sending troops to conquer, and it is unknown how long it will take.

The river section from Tongzhou to Yangzhou needs labor and repair at the same time, so that the Grand Canal can be completed as soon as possible.

Emperor Hongzhi looked at Chai Sheng of the Ministry of War: "Have Pang Wei and Han Wen arrived in the southwest?"

"It has only been half a month. Even if they travel at full speed, it will take a month to join the army." Chai Sheng said.

The army that conquered Annan was the army that suppressed the Tusi rebellion in Yunnan and Guizhou, with a force of 100,000.

After the Milu Rebellion, they have been stationed in Guizhou and trained by Wang Yue.

"If there is any news, let Pang Wei report it back to the capital as soon as possible. It's time for spring plowing, and don't delay the farming season." Emperor Hongzhi said seriously, and he must win Annan.

Chai Sheng nodded in agreement.

Yan Chengjin felt that sending Xu Jinzhong to lead the Li people to conquer might be faster.

The Li people are cruel, and Hainan has a similar climate to Annan, so they can adapt to the jungle terrain of Annan.

…

Yan Mansion,

In front of the storehouse, Li Qing'e was about to push open the door, but heard He Neng shouting in surprise behind her: "Young Madam, this door cannot be opened."

The fat maid said: "Miss is the young madam, what can't she see?"

"It's full of gold and silver treasures. The young master ordered me not to let the young madam go to the place where the treasures are stored, for fear of scaring the young madam." He Neng said.

Gold and silver treasures are piled up like mountains.

Ordinary people are easily bewitched when they see them. Even he feels lost after entering and leaving the storehouse once.

"My father-in-law is going back to the border. I want to make a few clothes. Is there any fabric inside?" Li Qing'e said softly.

Making clothes at home can save 10 or 20 taels of silver. She often makes clothes for Li Dongyang in Li Mansion.

He Neng said: "There is still a little silk in the mansion. I will take it for the young madam."

In fact, there are countless silks in the mansion. He is afraid that Li Qing'e will not be able to stop making them, and then the young master will fine him.

Having to rush back to Ningxia to guard the border, Yan Kesong looked nonchalant, glanced at Yan Chengjin, and hesitated to speak.

Yan Chengjin asked: "Dad, is there something wrong? Why don't you just say it?"

"Nothing, nothing."

After lunch, Yan Kesong returned to his bedroom to take a nap.

Yan Chengjin called the room manager to the study: "My father is at the border, what is it that you are hiding from me?"

"Young master is really smart." The room manager smiled and said: "Recently, the master has been pestered by a female general, who wants to beg to follow the master, kill the Tatars, and make military merits."

Yan Chengjin had a premonition that something was going to happen.

In the Ming Dynasty, there were female generals in the army, the most famous of which were Shen Yunying and Qin Liangyu.

In the army, military generals marrying female generals is as natural as men hugging women.

Just like Qi Jiguang, although his wife did not hold the position of a general, she was also a descendant of a general.

Dad is still a scholar at heart, a scholar meeting a soldier, right?

Yan Chengjin frowned: "What does my father think?"

The housekeeper sighed: "Don't you know the master? The master doesn't like to touch camp prostitutes, and he doesn't like women who dance and fight with sticks."

Literati like Li Dongyang, Han Wen and my father prefer famous actresses who are well-read, even if they come from brothels.

Oh, scholars.

Yan Chengjin said: "Tell me the name of the female general."

Yan Chengjin wants to find out her background.

If this woman has ulterior motives, send her to Africa to open up wasteland.

The next morning.

Yan Kesong rode on the horse, and Yan Chengjin and Li Qing'e stood in front of the door, watching him gradually leave the capital.

"My father-in-law seems to be worried?"

"Don't worry, my husband has to go to the palace to take duty. It's not safe outside the mansion. If you want to leave the mansion, let the Jinyiwei go to the palace to report, and my husband will make arrangements."

There are too many officials in the capital who want his life, so there will inevitably be assassins.

This is something to consider.

After entering the palace, Yan Chengjin went straight to the duty room of the Ministry of War.

When he saw Chai Sheng, he was not polite.

"Sir Chai, I have something to ask. Can I borrow General Yang Qin's family files for a look?"

This kid wants Yang Qin's family files.

He doesn't want to interfere in the affairs of the Ministry of War again, does he? Chai Sheng smiled: "I also want to help Sir Yan, but there are so many family files in the Ministry of War. I don't know if I can find them. What does Sir Yan want the family files for?"

He expected that Chai Sheng would not give them.

"I heard that Sir Chai likes to listen to donkey brays?"

Chai Sheng's face twitched fiercely, and he looked around quickly: "How dare you investigate me?"

"The Censorate has the responsibility of supervising all officials. If you get a salary, you must work." Yan Chengjin looked embarrassed.

You wait for me!

"Go and get Yang Qin's family files!" Chai Sheng's face was gloomy, but he quickly covered it up well and smiled stiffly: "It's just a little hobby, Lord Yan, don't tell anyone."

"If no one threatens, I will always keep my mouth shut."

Seeing Chai Sheng's panic, Yan Chengjin muttered in his heart, is there any other shameful material?

It seems that I have to check it again.

...

Back to the Censorate,

Yan Chengjin flipped through the family files. Yang Qin followed her father to the border since she was a child, reading, writing and practicing martial arts.

Zheng Qian walked into the duty room: "Lord, are you looking for me?"

"Please help me check the background of this female general and the military review." Yan Chengjin handed over the family files.

Five days passed in a flash, and the examination was about to be posted.

Fengtian Hall.

Emperor Hongzhi swept around the hall, the cabinet and the nine ministers were discussing in the court, but Yan Chengjin was not seen.

"Has Yan Qing's family not entered the palace yet?"

Since the wedding, this guy seems to be busier than before. It's human nature, and he can understand it.

Xiao Jing nodded: "According to the report of the gatekeeper, it seems that he didn't come, but he didn't ask for leave either."

Chai Sheng's eyes moved slightly and said: "Yan Chengjin has interfered in the affairs of the Ministry of War again. He came to the Ministry of War and asked for Yang Qin's family files."

Li Dongyang turned his head and heard that this female general was the daughter of the former Xuanfu General Yang.

"I heard from the Jinyiwei that it seems to be related to Yan Kesong." Mou Bin responded at the right time.

Emperor Hongzhi coughed dryly and didn't want to ask more: "A few days ago, I asked the Ministry of Rites to set questions on my behalf, and I slacked off in the Spring Examination.

The list of this year's Spring Examination has been posted, right? Are there any talented people?"

Governing a country requires talents, just like a good cook cannot cook without rice.

After understanding this truth, he became more and more concerned about the Spring Examination.

Zhang Sheng smiled: "Yan Song, Zhan Ruoshui, Cui Xian, and Yang Shen all answered well. Lord Wang is in the Imperial Academy and is in charge of posting the list."

The palace examination is selected by His Majesty.

The nomination of the champion can be done by them, and after filling in the list, it will be posted in the Imperial Academy.

Chai Sheng was a little nervous: "Who is the champion of this year's exam?"

Emperor Hongzhi and all the officials looked at Zhang Sheng expectantly, and were slightly excited.

Chai Sheng smiled even more. Zhan Ruoshui was a disciple of Chen Baisha, and he was very knowledgeable...

Zhang Sheng raised his head slightly: "Yan Song!"

Li Dongyang's eyes widened obviously. This kid has already won two first prizes!

Liu Jian and Xie Qian had different expressions. They almost eliminated this guy because of cheating in the autumn exam. They didn't expect him to be a talent.

Chai Sheng's eyes were dull for a moment, but he heard Zhang Sheng continue: "This guy's essay is very good. He is a genius. After discussing with Wang Dehui, I agree to nominate him as the champion."

Zhang Sheng and Wang Hua were both champions, and they had presided over the imperial examination for many years. All the officials believed in their vision.

Emperor Hongzhi looked at Zhang Sheng: "Who is this kid's teacher?"

There was silence in the hall.

All the officials looked around. They had never heard of Yan Song offering a gift of a gift of a suitcase.

Chai Sheng recovered and said, "Yan Song is a student of Yan Chengjin."

The hall was in an uproar.

The Emperor Hongzhi looked stiff. Could it be that he wanted to pass the imperial examination again?

…

In the Imperial Academy, firecrackers were crackling.

The clerks of the Imperial Academy held the red list and waited until the auspicious time to post it on the wall.

The scholars couldn't wait any longer and surrounded the place.

Yan Song stood nervously under the wall. He read books day and night and asked Wang Shouren for advice.

That adult has very high requirements. I wonder if I can become his disciple.

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