The examination papers of these eight extremely outstanding scholars were listed separately and distributed to many scholars to watch. Suddenly, they became the most outstanding talents in the four fields at the moment, and their reputations spread far and wide. Of course, like Chen Not counting people like Deng and Guan Ning who have long been famous, Liu Bei, Zhao Shuang and others have suddenly emerged, especially Liu Bei. Before the assessment, no one had even heard of his name.
The children of the Yuan family, the Xun family and other aristocratic families also occupy the top positions on the list. Their test papers are also very outstanding, but Wang Fu did not list them at the top of the list, which would not mean to suppress them. Yuan Shao and others did not I don’t care, as long as I can pass the assessment, what does it matter?
Liu Bei and others instantly became the most prestigious young talents in Luoyang. Many important ministers even invited them to the mansion for a gathering. However, they were about to meet the Holy Emperor. At such a time, they did not dare to attend without permission. I'm afraid that some banquets will cause some trouble. After all, there are still many people who oppose the meritocracy system.
After waiting anxiously for several days, the day finally came to meet the Holy Emperor.
The eight people were dressed neatly and were led by the yellow gate into the palace. Liu Bei lowered his head and followed carefully behind everyone. After walking for an unknown period of time, another eunuch came to pick them up and told them some basic information. Regarding etiquette, the rest were either from rich families or people who were familiar with etiquette and music. Liu Bei was mixed among them and could only listen carefully to the eunuch's explanation.
The eunuch took them to the main hall and stood at the door without going in.
Several people walked in, and the Holy Emperor was sitting in the main hall. There were seven or eight yellow gates around, all with their heads lowered. Liu Bei was trembling slightly. Chen Deng, the leader, bowed to the Holy Emperor. Liu Bei hurriedly followed, and everyone After kneeling down and prostrating, he stood up again. The Emperor raised his head, and his extremely sharp eyes swept over them one by one. No one dared to look at the Emperor. Then, the Emperor's eyes became kind and gentle.
"Hahaha, gentlemen, please get up and sit down..."
Several people sat down one by one. The emperor smiled and looked at them. Chen Deng raised his hands and said: "I am a native of Pihuaipu, Chen Deng. My courtesy name is Yuanlong. My father is Xianggui of the state of Pei. My ancestor is Chen Qian. I am the prefect of Guanghan." , my uncle Chen Qiu was appointed as Taiwei, my uncle Chen Yu was appointed as the prefect of Wu County, my uncle Chen Cong was appointed as the prefect of Ruyin, my former Taiwei Qiao Gongcha promoted me as Xiaolian and was appointed as the magistrate of Dongyang County. I returned due to my mother's death. I... thank you for your majesty’s appreciation!”
"Four generations of loyalty, very good, good!" the emperor praised.
Chen Deng introduced his family background, neither humble nor arrogant. Of course, he did not mean to show off his prominent family background, but wanted to explain to the emperor that he had been loyal and good for generations and had never had any bad records, that's all.
Chen Deng made a good start, and the scholars who followed knew what to say.
"I am a native of Zhuxu County, Beihai County. Guan Ning, whose nickname is You'an, is after Guan Zhong, the famous prime minister of Qi State, and his ancestor Guan Ling, who came to Jinan to be prime minister... His family fell into decline, but fortunately there were many villagers who supported him... Thank you for your Majesty’s appreciation!”
"After the name and appearance, great!"
"I am Zhao Shuang, a native of Wu County, Wu County, Yangzhou. After Zhao Zhuanghou, he has been good at math since he was a child. He has visited famous teachers everywhere... I would like to thank your majesty for your kindness!"
"I didn't expect to be the queen of a famous general! Shan!"
"I am a native of Zhuo County, Zhuo County, Youzhou. Liu Bei, courtesy name Xuande, is also the successor of Liu Sheng, Prince Jing of Zhongshan. Zuxiong was promoted as a filial and honest person. He was promoted to Fanling of Dongjun County. His father Hong was appointed as the chief registrar of Zhuo County..." , Before Liu Bei finished speaking, the emperor stood up in surprise, his eyes were a little complicated, and he stared at Liu Bei for a long time. Liu Bei was even frightened by the emperor's sight. The emperor just clapped his hands and said: "It turns out he is my younger brother! "
Liu Bei hurriedly bowed down and said: "I am too ashamed to be worthy..."
"You are a descendant of the Liu family, why don't you take it...don't be humble, I am very happy that there is a disciple like you in the clan!"
"Thank you, Your Majesty!"
"I am a native of Dongwuyang, Dongjun, Yanzhou. I am Chen Gong, named Gongtai, and my family background is not obvious. When I was young, I worshiped Han Zhong, Huang Han Gong as my teacher, listened to his teachings, and learned every detail..."
"Gongtai, do I remember you? Do you still remember me?"
"I will live up to your kindness!" Chen Gong bowed heavily.
"I am a native of Gai County, Le'an County, Qingzhou, Guoyuan, named Zini. My family background is unknown. I worshiped Duke Zheng as my teacher when I was young..."
"good!"
"I am a native of Dongwucheng County, Qinghe County. Cui Yan, courtesy name Ji Gui, is a descendant of the current Cui Shi clan of Guangluxun... He became a disciple of Manan County..."
"Good!" The emperor nodded.
The last person left, Cheng Yu, who had been silent all this time, was the crown prince of the law.
Cheng Yu pursed his lips, then raised his hands, bowed to the emperor, and said:
"Cheng Yu, courtesy name Zhongde."
The emperor was stunned, and the people around him were obviously a little surprised. The emperor waited for a moment and saw that this person had no intention of speaking again... Is this the end? The emperor frowned and thought for a moment. He remembered this People are also famous in the Book of Heaven. He thought for a moment, then smiled, nodded, and said nothing more.
Afterwards, there was a banquet. Huangmen brought food and drinks, and the emperor personally entertained them. This naturally made these young talents extremely happy. Only Cheng Yu had no smile on his face, and looked coldly. The other people all wanted to distance themselves from him. For some reason, this man always looked a little gloomy, but he still respected the emperor very much.
The emperor asked questions one by one, asking about some laws, farming and mulberry trees, etc., and everyone answered one by one. The emperor was very happy, so he asked about the people's settlements and other things. Without thinking, Guoyuan actually gave a lot of good advice. Among them, the most important thing is how to cultivate intensively. In this aspect, Guoyuan, who is still young, is still quite proficient. When asked about official studies.
Guan Ning immediately expressed some of his own opinions. It could be seen that they had thought about it for a long time and were well prepared. They were not afraid of the emperor's inquiry. Instead, they were extremely happy to have the opportunity to speak in front of the emperor. Showing his knowledge, Guan Ning was very familiar with the classics. He even knew some classics by heart, and the emperor was amazed by them. Unfortunately, he was not a Gongyang master.
When asked about the law, the emperor did not simply ask. Instead, he asked how the Han law should be implemented in the land of Three Hans, because there was a lack of officials here and the people of the Three Hans did not know the Han law. So for Topics such as how to implement some behaviors that violate Han laws or Han laws that are contrary to their original habits.
Everyone looked at Chen Deng and Cheng Yu, and Chen Deng spoke up and said: "The local officials of the Three Han Dynasties should learn the law, govern them with their own officials, correct their bad behavior, make appropriate adjustments, and send their young children to official schools for dozens of years.
Years later, it will definitely be fully implemented..."
Everyone looked at Cheng Yu who was as cold as ice again. Cheng Yu looked at the emperor and said: "Teach, those who offend will be punished."
Okay, another bad guy.
The emperor thought to himself and looked at Liu Bei with a smile. Liu Bei was trembling all over. Don't ask too difficult questions...
"You are the best at counting, so you must know it. I ask you, do you think it is nonsense to talk about excess or deficiency, adequate excess or adequate deficiency, two excesses and two nots?"
Liu Bei stared blankly at the smiling emperor in front of him.