Of course, there are also supporters for Wang Fu's plan to recruit more officials. The supporters are the many students in Taixue and Menzixue. Since the Holy Emperor fully supported the students, there are already students in the two academies.
There are four thousand people in total. In these four years, 80% of the local officials came from Taiyuan University and Menzi School.
There is also a certain degree of competition between the two academies. Most of the Taiyuan College are children of aristocratic families. They have been taught by their elders since they were young, and they are relatively wealthy. For many years, they have been suppressing the sects, and there are also many academic officials.
It originated from Taixue, but this year, because Wang Fu established literary divisions in various places, he also opened official schools in most counties across the country.
As a result, Menzixue, composed of children from poor families, has grown rapidly, and there are still some outstanding talents, so it can barely compete with Taixue. Therefore, Wang Fu's reputation among Taixue and Menzixue is extremely antagonistic. Taixue
The students were mostly influenced by their families and firmly believed that Wang Fu was the most evil traitor in the dynasty and hated him extremely. Some of the criminals who assassinated Wang Fu in the past were young imperial students.
As for the disciples, they regarded Wang Fu as the most virtuous minister in the dynasty. They made many suggestions and asked the emperor to grant marquis and Wang Fu. After all, even eunuchs like Song Dian had already been granted the title of Marquis, and they were still the Marquis of Cai.
But today, the most virtuous minister of the Han Dynasty does not have such a canonization. What should we do? The disciples cried out one after another.
Wang Fu made the conflict between the two colleges deepen. Of course, on the issue of the merit system and the assessment system, they still have to unite to jointly attack those conservative celebrities, but in private, their relationship
It was very bad, because the size of the Embroidered Clothes Envoys continued to increase, and they did not dare to take action in Luoyang. However, small fights still occurred from time to time.
Cai Yong was also worried about this matter. He was the priest of Taixue and Menzixue, and was in charge of both colleges at the same time. To him, the battle between the two colleges was like two of his own
The children were not getting along, and he tried many methods but could not change the situation. Almost every month, he went to the county government office to pick out some of the scholars who participated in the fights.
Today, just as he was about to go out, he received an uninvited guest, Wang Fu.
Wang Fu was different this time. He only brought a few guards and came to Menzi School. This was also the case for Menzi School. If it was Taixue, he would not dare to bring these people there. This time he came without any fanfare and was dressed appropriately.
It was so simple that not many of the scholars noticed Wang Fu's arrival. When he saw Wang Fu coming, Cai Yong also invited him to the study.
"I came here to ask Mr. Cai to introduce some students who are courageous and capable... Too many officials in Jizhou, Youzhou, Bingzhou, and Jingzhou have been punished by your majesty. Now there is a serious shortage of manpower. The emperor will
This matter has been entrusted to me, and I want to select some capable talents to fill this vacancy..."
"Although the students are excellent, they don't have much political talent. If they go there rashly, I'm afraid they will make some mistakes..."
"Don't worry, I will personally assess them. In addition, they are all township officials. Even if they make mistakes, it will not cause a big disaster..." Wang Fu said... Hearing Wang Fu's words,
Cai Yong had no choice but to take out a pen and paper, thinking, and wrote down names one after another. He was thinking of some young people he was optimistic about.
Wang Fu waited for a while, and when he finished writing, he took away the paper and was about to go out. Cai Yong followed him all the way and wanted to see him off. As Wang Fu walked, he ordered: "These scholars, you can inform them yourself. Let him go to Situ Mansion in three days to take part in the quiz... If he can be valued by me..."
At this time, outside Menzi School, a father and son were wandering back and forth. The little guy was only about ten years old. He was squatting on the ground helplessly, watching his father walking around, but he couldn't make up his mind.
"Father, why don't you go home...why waste your time?" the little guy said helplessly.
"We can't...we can't go back like this...this..." The adults were a little undecided. They held the jade pendant tightly in their hands and gritted their teeth. They didn't know what they were thinking. Finally, what they said The lingering still attracted the attention of the watchmen stationed at Menzixue. Two watchmen slowly walked up to them and asked, "What can I do for you?"
"I...I...came to pay homage to the sacrificial wine..." The Lord said in a panic. The guard looked him up and down. This man was dressed simply and seemed to be from an ordinary family. Why did he open his mouth to pay homage? Where is Mr. Cai? Seeing that the watchman didn't answer, the man became even more panicked. He talked hurriedly for a long time, but he couldn't give an idea.
"Father, let's go... We have been here for seven or eight days. I have also listened to many students' high opinions. In my opinion, these students are all ordinary people with average talents. How can I compete with them?" Together?" The little guy said a little proudly. After saying that, he took a deep dive lazily. His father was frightened and quickly covered his mouth and apologized continuously to the two soldiers.
"Hahaha, well said, but they are all useless middlemen..."
One person laughed and said, slowly walked over, followed by another person. The watchman glanced at the man behind him, and immediately leaned down to salute. The man waved his hand, and the watchman left. The man who laughed said: "Cai Jun, you see, even the head boy doesn't like your discipleship. No wonder, in the college of Nuo University, it is difficult to find thirty officials..."
Cai Yong was extremely well-educated, without anger or refutation.
Wang Fu lowered himself and asked: "You are a child, no matter how bad your disciples are, you are still a scholar who is proficient in all kinds of studies. How dare you say such arrogant words?"
"As a human minister, you actually eavesdropped on a child's words. You don't know me, how do you know that I am speaking arrogantly?" the little guy asked proudly.
Wang Fu frowned slowly, and the adults on the side quickly said: "My son is still young, I hope you will forgive me! Forgive me!"
"Then tell me why you think these scholars are the middle class?"
"They go to study the Jianning Stone Sutra every day for several days in a row. They clearly can't remember the content, but they shamelessly regard it as being studious and praise each other. Isn't this mediocre?"
"Oh? You little brat, you still know the Stone Scripture?"
"Hahaha, to be honest with you, when I was four years old, I was already able to read the stone scriptures..."
"Then you can carry a piece of ram and listen to me?"
"After I recite it, will you give me money or land?"
"I won't give it to you, but I will recognize you..."
"Why do I need other people's approval for my actions?!" The little guy said disdainfully, pulling the adult beside him to leave. Wang Fu was a little stunned, and looked at Cai Yong next to him. The adult quickly said: "I'm sorry. Please forgive me..."
"Hahaha, it doesn't have to be like this..." Wang Fu laughed and asked curiously: "Why did you come to Menzi to learn?"
"I am originally a small farmer in Luoyang. I met a noble man before and gave me a jade pendant. It is said that when my child is older, he can enter the Imperial Academy..." The man said, then looked down at his right hand. Holding a jade pendant in his hand, Wang Fu shook his head and said: "You have been deceived. How can a noble person allow his disciples to enter the Imperial Academy for nothing?"
"Yes, Luoyang Order..."
"Not to mention the Luoyang Order, even the three princes of the dynasty don't have that ability..."
"However, since that person asked you to go to Taixue, why did you come to Menzi to study?"
"I went to Taixue before, but..." The man did not continue, and lowered his head a little lonely, but Wang Fu probably knew what happened. Just when he was about to speak, he noticed the jade pendant. Suddenly, he was startled and said, "Give me your jade pendant to take a look at..."
He picked up the jade pendant and looked at the patterns on it. After just looking at it for a moment, Wang Fu was a little stunned and asked: "Is the nobleman you mentioned fat?"
"Yes, he is not very old, but he is fat..."
"Mo Yanduo!!!" Cai Yong on the side shouted quickly.