Of course, as a founding monarch, Li Xingchen wanted to stabilize his country, and he could not overly suppress the founding heroes. This also included the interests of many aristocratic families, so Li Xingchen could not act too much.
Looking at the kings of the past, in fact, the founding heroes are a hot issue. Liu Bang, the founder of the Han Dynasty, adopted the tactic of "officials forcing the people to rebel", and finally wiped out the former heroes one by one. The Eastern Han and Tang Dynasties both used the method of praising, especially
They are the "Twenty-Eight Generals of Yuntai" by Guangwu of the Han Dynasty and the "Twenty-Four Heroes of Lingyan Pavilion" by Emperor Taizong of the Tang Dynasty. They are equivalent to holding these heroes in a very high position, unless they are like Hou Junji who have been completely destroyed.
Being caught up in the whirlpool and unable to extricate themselves, the other heroes would not rather smear their own reputations than do anything outrageous.
And Zhao Kuangyin's drinking of wine to release military power also has the same purpose. As for Zhu Yuanzhang, he completely followed Liu Bang's old path. In the end, Liu Bang had Empress Lu, and Zhu Yuanzhang had the Battle of Jingnan, but in any case, at least the country was still in the hands of his descendants.
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The issue of meritorious officials has always been a difficult problem to solve. Of course, Li Xingchen has not yet aspired to the Central Plains, and naturally it is not time to consider this issue, especially since the Pei family and the Xiao family, who are the first to achieve the goal, have actually become one with the imperial power.
The Wu family, Xu family, etc. are also actively trying to integrate into this group through marriage and other means. This is certainly not a bad thing for Li Xingchen.
But it is impossible for Li Xingchen not to consider the existence of heroes at all, so he can only say that he is giving all those who want to make progress a relatively fair competition or opportunity. As for whether they can grasp it, Li Xingchen cannot
Say more, after all, opportunities are reserved for those who are truly dedicated, and heroes never fail to emerge because of different times.
Li Xingchen was telling and encouraging people to make progress, and he was also enlightening and guiding the thoughts of this era through many academies. Chinese thought was actually completely ahead of the entire world during the feudal period, even with the imperial examination system and the nine-rank Zhongzheng system.
It is also remarkable in maintaining rule and maintaining national unity, not to mention the imperial examination system that has evolved the method of selecting talents in society to the extreme during the feudal period.
However, it is precisely because of this long-term lead that China has moved slower and slower in ideological changes and progress. Especially with the subsequent isolation of the country, China's thinking has regressed to a certain extent.
Perhaps it was because of the status of the Great Kingdom of China that the current dynasty did not want to change at all, or perhaps it was the traditional idea of Chinese peace and relocation that made people happy to "follow the rules and follow the rules." But after all, this is not a good idea for a nation that wants to be strong.
It is not a good thing to say, so Li Xingchen wanted to enlighten the thoughts of this nation and let them know the importance of "change" and how to "change". Therefore, rather than saying that Li Xingchen was carrying out the Chinese Renaissance, it would be better to say that he was carrying out the Chinese Renaissance.
Carry out the enlightenment movement belonging to China.
By enlightening thoughts and giving opportunities, Li Xingchen taught this nation how to move forward with the rolling trend.
And the way Li Xingchen gave these people opportunities was through "examination", which is the relatively fairest selection system no matter where it is in time and space.
Speaking of this, even Li Xingchen felt a little sad. Thinking back then, what he, or most of the students, hated most was probably the exam, right?
And what I have to do now is to release this exam that has made future generations panic but have to devote themselves to it, and use the exam to select talents. In fact, the exam is also the core of the imperial examination, but as mentioned before, Li Xingchen
He did not plan to directly implement the imperial examination, but used the academy as an opportunity to change the minds of scholars all over the world bit by bit, and at the same time, he used kindness and power to prevent the aristocratic families from counterattacking.
This is destined to be a long process and an arduous struggle. Li Xingchen took a deep breath: "You must come up with a suitable charter and submit it to me as soon as possible. As long as it is suitable, you will have made a great contribution."
Xiao Cong raised his hand in surprise, while Li Xingchen strode through the corridor and suddenly saw the slightly older figure standing under the corridor.
The man obviously saw Li Xinchen and greeted Li Xinchen hurriedly and respectfully. Xiao Xiang, who was standing next to Li Xinchen, quickly rushed forward: "Dad!"
Of course, Li Xingchen didn't believe that Xiao Cong, who was about the same age as him, could see everything so deeply and prepare everything so well. Xiao Kui, an old man who had experienced ups and downs, obviously played a more important role in it.
Immediately, Li Xingchen tilted his head slightly and said, "My father-in-law and I are chatting about some household matters. Everyone who has nothing to do with us please step aside."
The gentlemen from the academy who followed behind seemed to have been granted amnesty. They had no intention of knowing what the relationship was between His Majesty and the former Emperor of Xi Liang, and what views or opinions they had towards each other.
Xiao Cong hurriedly sent someone to boil water and make tea, making a gesture of invitation.
Xiao Kui was chatting with his daughter about household matters with a smile on his face. It was obvious that he was in a good mood. He looked up and saw Li Xingchen, and he bowed slightly: "Common people see you, Your Majesty."
It seems that His Majesty the Emperor is still a little bit dissatisfied with having defeated and captured his opponent alive, not to mention that Li Xingchen is still his junior, so he does not want to give a full salute. And Li Xingchen does not feel dissatisfied with Xiao Kui's fate.
For someone who is already destined, Li Xingchen doesn't demand anything from him.
"Mr. Xiao, you are well." Li Xingchen said with a smile.
"You are in good health. I occasionally felt cold a few days ago, but you are fine now." Xiao Kui nodded and looked at his daughter lovingly.
He once regarded this daughter as his own disaster, but in the end he discovered that it was actually this daughter who actually protected his life. In addition, people have fallen to this point, and it is already a blessing to have children around his knees.
Therefore, Xiao Kui, who has seen through the ups and downs of the world and the various aspects of life, and has tasted the peak and decline, cherishes family affection even more.
Li Xingchen said in a deep voice: "I came here this time, firstly, to visit Duke Xiao and take a look at the construction status of Jinling Academy. Secondly, I also have questions and want to ask Duke Xiao."
Xiao Kui was startled for a moment, Li Xinchen came here to ask for advice? And what does Li Xinchen, the majesty of the emperor, need to ask about his half-prisoner?
Xiao Cong and Xiao Xiang next to them were also a little strange. Xiao Kui patted his daughter and asked her to go to his study. Xiao Cong also withdrew with a wink, and served tea and water himself.
Stroking his beard, Xiao Kui said with a smile: "Your Majesty, it doesn't matter. As long as I can solve it, I should go all out."
Li Xingchen gave him a lot of face, so naturally he wouldn't put on airs.
"Have you considered Duke Xiao and Yuchi Jiong to have dealt with each other before?" Li Xingchen asked thoughtfully, "Based on the current situation, how does Duke Xiao think I should solve the problem in Luoyang?"