Cui Lin and his eldest brother Cui Yan have always discussed the politics of Youzhou, especially current affairs. However, the two brothers Liu Lin have different opinions. Cui Lin believes that Liu Lin's determination to reform is a move to strengthen the country and enrich the army, while Cui Yan believes that Liu Lin's determination to reform is a move to strengthen the country and enrich the army.
Lin's reforms were a bit biased, especially when it came to attacking wealthy families. Liu Lin spared no effort in attacking wealthy families, which made Cui Yan see a hint of danger, especially now that the world is in chaos and the court is covered in dust. At this time, there are so many people with lofty ideals in the world.
, but Liu Lin's "Land Equalization Order" appeared at the wrong time. He believed that wealthy families have a strong desire to possess land. The reason why wealthy families have survived for thousands of years is not only that they value the education of their children, but also
There is also control over land, and Liu Lin's "Land Equalization Order" is to break this control. In this way, Liu Lin will not get the support of wealthy families. Although Youzhou's politics is relatively stable, this is because Youzhou
Being in the border area, there are relatively few wealthy families. If Liu Lin entered Hebei or even the Central Plains, Liu Lin would not be able to get the support of wealthy families, which would not be conducive to local stability.
However, Cui Yan still admires Liu Lin. Although Cui Yan has seen this, and even Cui Yan knows that Liu Lin's counselors have also seen this, but because of their special status, they will definitely not bring it up. After all, they
Even though he was born in these two camps, a poor family and a wealthy family, even though Liu Lin implemented the imperial examination, Cui Yan also knew that this was the most effective solution, but in Cui Yan's view, there was still some distant water that could not quench the near thirst. Seeing the troubled times in the Central Plains,
If the feudal lords are separated and do not thoroughly reserve some talents, they will definitely lose a lot of points in the future unification of the world. This is Cui Yan's shortcomings of Liu Lin, but Cui Yan is from a poor family and thinks that the Youzhou imperial examination will not be successful.
It was his own opportunity, so even though he was not optimistic about Liu Lin, he still came to participate in the imperial examination. At the same time, Cui Yan also had a deeper reason in his heart, that is, he was waiting for the opportunity in Youzhou to use his talents and learning to accumulate political achievements.
, reputation, finally up for sale.
Cui Lin knew Cui Yan's thoughts better, but Cui Lin didn't understand. He knew that his eldest brother had plans to sell for a price, so this scientific examination should not criticize current affairs. He raised his head and looked at Cui Yan, only to see Cui Yan going to
He nodded, and Cui Lin knew that there must be a change in his eldest brother's heart. He suddenly felt relaxed and even a little happy, because he didn't want his eldest brother to have such a purpose, but he was a little sad.
If you write down your daily criticism of current affairs in policy papers, you are bound to fail.
Cui Yan seemed to know what his younger brother was thinking. He reached out and patted Cui Lin's shoulder gently and said: "Second brother, although I am willing to stay in Youzhou, I still don't want to speak spiritually. Since
If you have some opinions on this, you must speak out. This is the duty of a person and a minister." "That's good. I agree with Brother Ji Gui's words, although I don't know what Brother Ji Gui's policy is.
What is it, but Brother Ji Gui is able to be open-minded, not follow the crowd, and does not make idealistic remarks. I, Mao Jie, admire him very much. Please accept my respect!" After saying that, he bowed to Cui Yan. Cui Yan
He quickly stretched out his hand to help Mao Jie up, and laughed and said: "Xiao Xian, you don't have to be like this. You and I are good friends and confidants. We don't care about these false gifts. Let's go and have a drink. Today we will be drunk until dawn!" Mao Jie!
He also admired Cui Yan's heroic spirit and laughed loudly: "Okay, brother Ji Gui is right, so I will be the host today! I will be drunk until dawn!" Cui Lin looked at the two people from the side and showed a wry smile.
, it seems that as a companion, he will not be able to sleep at night.
The end of the exam is a long marking period. Although it only lasts three days, for many candidates, this time is extremely long and extremely difficult. Cai Yong, as the examiner, took the already arranged papers early in the morning.
The candidates' scores were reported to Liu Lin. In Liu Lin's study, Liu Lin glanced at Mao Jie, who was ranked first in the first class, with a smile on his face. He knew that this Mao Jie was Cao Cao's in history.
The counselor was a well-known upright person, honest and self-disciplined. He did not expect that he would participate in his imperial examination. As soon as he put the list together, he said to Cai Yong: "Father-in-law, let's announce the results according to this ranking!" Cai Yong nodded and said:
"This is Master Xun's ranking. I have one more person here. You can make a decision after reading it!"
Liu Lin was stunned for a moment, glanced at Cai Yong, and felt doubtful in his heart, but without saying anything, he took another test paper from Cai Yong, "Qinghe Cui Yan". Liu Lin was no stranger to this name. He had been there before.
When watching Yi Zhongtian's appraisal of the Three Kingdoms, Yi Zhongtian spoke highly of this person, saying that he was the most virtuous and respected celebrity in the Three Kingdoms. He was decent, elegant, far-sighted, dignified in appearance, and towering over the court. Cao Cao was also impressed by his righteousness.
Frightened, Liu Lin laughed it off. He took a look at Cui Yan's article and put away his contempt. This person pointed out his current shortcomings and even his weakness in competing for world supremacy in the future, but Liu Lin knew that if he knew that he
He still had a trump card in his hand, so he would not have said that. Now he finally understood why Xun Shuang deposed this person. He smiled and said to Cai Yong: "This person is a talent, even though many of his words are inappropriate.
, but he is a rare upright person, so let’s do this, this person will be ranked second, and the original second place Liang Xi will drop one place, and so on!”
Cai Yong looked overjoyed and asked quickly: "Then he still posted this article?" For this exam, Liu Lin wanted to show fairness and justice, so on the day when the results were announced, he would post the top three articles.
Being on the list and letting people criticize is also a way to attract talents, but many of Cui Yanzhi's words involve Liu Lin. It would be inappropriate to post it, but not to post it would definitely be contrary to the original plan.
Liu Lin thought for a while and said: "Come on, since I have chosen him as the second best, then I definitely agree with his point of view. I also want the world to see my mind!" Cai Yong nodded and said, "You have such mind.
I feel relieved!"
After saying that and about to leave, Liu Lin saw this and said with a smile: "Father-in-law, don't you go and see Yan'er?" Cai Yong shook his head and said: "I'm here for business today, so I might as well not see you! We'll talk about it later when we have the chance!"
Liu Lin said: "My mother-in-law came just now!" Cai Yong looked stunned, "What is she doing here? What happened?" Liu Lin said with a smile: "It's a good thing, let's go together!" Cai Yong heard this
, the boss with wide eyes suddenly said: "Yan'er?" Liu Lin smiled and nodded. When Cai Yong heard this, he was overjoyed, tossed his robe, and strode towards the backyard. Liu Lin smiled helplessly.