Perhaps because he wanted to show off, Sun Dacai did not directly tell the result of the matter, but started with the reason.
"Recently, a merchant from the north came to my place to pay homage to Shantou, oh no, to discuss business ideas with each other. He told me that the imperial martial arts examination was carried out very quickly, and it only took a few months.
Completed all the procedures and successfully competed for the much-anticipated Sanding Armor..."
"So fast?"
"Um……"
Qi Yu was stunned for a moment, and then started to analyze.
The martial arts examination is different from the civil examination, the results are judged on the spot, and the whole process is fast.
Of course, this is also directly related to the method and content of the exam.
details as follows:
There are two examinations at each stage of the martial arts examination. The first session is a test of martial arts, which includes horseback arrows and spears, knives, swords, halberds, boxing, stabbing, etc. The second session is a test of camp formations and mines (note: traps)
.), gunpowder, chariots, etc.
From this, it is not difficult to see that the examination items at each level are similar, and the only difference is the difficulty. By proceeding in this way, the speed will naturally increase. What's more, with the constant urging from the court, it will be even more difficult to stop.
Objectively speaking, although this type of scientific examination can provide a platform for private experts to jump into the dragon's gate, it is difficult to attract real talents.
There is no other reason than that this talent selection method lacks the core essence.
Anyone who is a commander must know astronomy and geography. In addition, he must be proficient in military tactics and strategy. If he only focuses on physical skills, what is the difference between recruiting a reckless man?
In other words, there are serious problems with this method of talent selection.
It was precisely for this reason that Qi Yu didn't pay much attention to martial arts, and just went through the motions with nothing, even if he had completed the task.
The topic has gone too far, let’s get back to the present.
After Sun Dacai finished pulling a lot of calves, he directly answered his brother-in-law's question: "It is said that Jinke's top martial arts champion was picked off by a master named Wang Zhifan."
Wang Zhifan?
Who is this person?
Qi Yu thought about it for a while, shook his head and said, "I don't know..."
Yu Hai hurriedly answered: "There are countless unknown people, so it wouldn't be surprising if you don't know them."
Makes sense.
Having said that, is the topic of Wu Zhuangyuan finished?
not at all.
I saw Sun Dacai taking a bite of watermelon and saying while chewing: "I also heard that at the suggestion of Mr. Kang Yu, the Minister of War, the martial arts champion successively set up arenas in the south of the Yangtze River, saying that he wanted to exchange ideas with private experts and exchange ideas.
To improve.”
What?
Set up a challenge?
Qi Yu was stunned at first, and then after a brief glance, he figured out the meaning.
Last year's defeat in the battle with Fuso really disgraced the Minister of War. Now that he had a suitable opportunity to show his face, he naturally had to find a way to regain his reputation.
And setting up an arena is a very good option.
High-profile, flamboyant, and influential.
If done properly, it is easy to form a healthy trend of worshiping the strong, and use this to clear away the haze left by the past.
And His Majesty the Emperor is equally happy with it. This operation can not only well reflect the golden age when talents are abundant, but also greatly demonstrate his noble character of thirsting for talents. Why not do such a wonderful thing?
In this way, the monarch and his ministers sang a double act that pleased everyone.
In response, Qi Yu just laughed and then ignored it.
We are currently busy with disaster relief, so how can we have time to pay attention to these gossips?
After the discussion was over, Yu Hai immediately started taking action according to the agreed upon plan. All aspects were carried out at the same time in no particular order. Although it seemed extremely tense, it was actually orderly and not chaotic.
…
As the saying goes, disaster relief is like putting out fire, and no time can be wasted.
The most important thing is speed.
Therefore, early the next morning, Qiongzhou's disaster relief fleet gathered at Tianzi Pier. They only waited for Mr. Qi's order to set off in a mighty manner.
look!
The rows of ships were all pressed to the waterline, and there was no remainder. It is not difficult to see that this trip is absolutely full and full, with great intentions and sincerity.
The banner that read "When one party is in trouble, support from all directions" pulled out from the ship and written by Qi Yu himself was eye-catching in the field of vision. Every word in it was full of a kind of righteousness.
The sentiment can make people's hearts surge and bring tears to their eyes.
Under the gaze of everyone, Qi Yu, dressed in military uniform, rode up at high speed.
"See Mr. Qi!"
"Everyone! No courtesy!"
After getting off his horse, Qi Yu immediately stepped onto the temporary commander's platform and looked down at his soldiers with dignity.
Finally, he said loudly: "Disaster relief is like fighting, so today I specially used the military ceremony to see you off!"
"Roar!!"
Qi Yu pressed his hands and said: "When you arrive at the disaster area, you must spread the message widely and tell the local victims tirelessly that our fleet of steam engines is just an urgent vanguard. Follow-up, there will be sailing ships.
The second and third support teams have enough food to eat, so they don’t have to steal or rob, they can just wait there for rescue!”
"yes!"
As soon as his voice changed, Qi Yu said solemnly: "If you meet someone who deliberately makes things difficult for you on the way, I grant you the right to shoot and kill them. No matter what the consequences are, I will be solely responsible for them."
"yes!"
After that, he told Wei Qingyang, the temporary deputy commander-in-chief of the disaster relief: "On this trip, I also grant you the right to behead three times. That is, those who are unfavorable for disaster relief will be beheaded! Those who disobey military discipline will be beheaded! Those who harass the people will be beheaded.
!Everything is done cheaply, kill first and report later!"
When the latter heard this, he hurriedly replied solemnly: "I sincerely comply with Lord Qi Jun's decree!"
Qi Yu nodded, and then said loudly: "Start the cannon firing! The army moves out!"
"yes!!"
Amidst the roaring sound of cannons, Qiongzhou's disaster relief fleet lined up in a long formation on the sea. After the farewell military salute, they sailed away from the shore as quickly as possible.
Seen from a distance, the fleet looks like a South Sea dragon emerging from the sea, full of momentum, mighty and domineering.
It contains not only relief money and food, but also Qiyu’s political ideals and ambitions.
Being poor cares themselves, being wealthy cares the world.
Now, it's time to put it into practice.
Qi Yu stood with his hands behind his back, standing tall and straight on the beach, watching and listening to the waves crashing on the shore in front of him, seemingly deep in thought.
He knew very well that as long as his disaster relief fleet left the shore, the lurking internal guard would spread the news to the capital as quickly as possible. And His Majesty the Emperor would be able to truly see the whereabouts of his family.
