back to ancient times to be emperor

Chapter 279
The emperor's golden mouth speaks well, and the words are imperial decrees.Since Lu Chengqi opened the golden mouth, it has the effect of law.In ancient times when imperial power was supreme, there were a few people like Li Ran who confronted the emperor whose imperial power was increasing day by day.

Not long after, a middle-aged man in a Confucian robe entered the Daqing Hall under the leadership of the drum master.Lu Chengqi's eyesight was pretty good, and he could see this person's face clearly from a long distance away.I saw this person with a Chinese face, raised eyebrows and tiger eyes, and looked extraordinary.He has a high nose bridge, and although he has a beard like most Dashun officials, it can be seen from his appearance that this person looks very official.But for some reason, he is still wearing a Confucian robe, without half an inch of fame.

The drummer said respectfully to Lu Chengqi: "Your Majesty, this is the person who plays the Dengwen drum."

Lu Chengqi nodded, indicating that he could step back.Although the Dengwen Drum Academy was established permanently, from the reign of Joan of Arc to the reign of Hongxiang, more than [-] years, the symbolic significance is greater than the actual significance.Lu Chengqi would like to know who is so courageous that he dared to beat the Dengwen drum and sue the emperor. "Da Shun Law" is not a joke, no one dares to take the risk of being punished with a cane, and play with the Dengwen drum if there is nothing to do.

Seeing this man's graceful demeanor and calm expression, as if he had adapted to court, Lu Chengqi couldn't help but secretly marveled.You must know that although Lu Chengqi's emperor's prestige is not comparable to that of the previous emperor, since he deliberately cultivated, even Xu Chongguang would back away three points when he was angry.

Lu Chengqi said with great interest: "Who are you, why do you play the Dengwen drum? You should know that those who play the Dengwen drum, if they sue the truth, they will be punished by the stick eighty times according to the law, do you know?"

That person knew that in the Daqing Palace, there was only one person who could stand high, needless to say, this person was the emperor.I saw this man respectfully performed a ninety-degree long salute, and said: "White-skinned Wang Anshi, I pay my respects to Your Majesty. Baishen's character is Jiefu. He has read "Dashun Law" thoroughly, and he has heard of the law of drums. Jiefu is familiar with it. There is indeed a grievance in beating the drums this time, and I hope His Majesty will see clearly."

Hearing this person's first words, Lu Chengqi was shocked. Is he Wang Anshi?Could it be that the celebrities in the Northern Song Dynasty had to appear in front of him one by one!It's unbelievable that Wang Anshi, who is so talented, doesn't even have the slightest fame.

After making up his mind so as not to embarrass himself in front of all civil and military officials, Lu Chengqi said slowly: "Isn't Wang Anshi right? If you have any grievances, you can tell them. Although I am not a wise king, I can still argue the right and wrong. "

Wang Anshi didn't have any worries, he regarded all the civil and military officials around him as air, and immediately said loudly: "Jiefu beat Dengwen Drum this time for two reasons. First, Jiefu wants to know, what is your Majesty's reason for scientific research?" Is it true?"

Lu Chengqi was taken aback, and said: "Everything I say is an imperial decree, when can it be true?"

Wang Anshi got the exact affirmation, and he felt relieved, and said: "If this is the case, then the merchant's son can also take the scientific examination?"

Lu Chengqi remembered the decree he had promulgated, nodded and said: "Since the last Enke, businessmen only need to pay taxes honestly for three years before they can obtain the qualifications for the scientific examination. This is an imperial decree that I have promulgated long ago. Naturally, it must be done accurately. Yes." After saying this, Lu Chengqi had some clues as to why Wang Anshi didn't have any fame for such a great talent, presumably someone in his family was in business.Otherwise, why would Wang Anshi ask such a question!

Dashun does not have the relaxed political environment of the Song Dynasty in its official history, and businessmen can take scientific examinations.Those who are not allowed to take the exam are extremely strictly screened by counties, states, prefectures, and roads.Now, although it has become six no-examinations, there are policies and countermeasures, and Lu Chengqi is not sure whether the decree can be issued to all places.After all, the ancient patriarchal clan system was deeply rooted and entrenched, and it was considered a success if government orders were issued to the county.In the villages, most of them still rely on Lizheng, squires and other people to govern themselves, and the laws of the country are not as good as the laws of the family!
Hearing Lu Chengqi's affirmation, Wang Anshi continued: "Since this is the case, Jiefu comes from a side branch of the Wang family in Taiyuan, will His Majesty also arrest Jiefu and bring him to justice?"

Hearing the words "Taiyuan Wang's family" and taking another look at Wang Anshi in the hall, Lu Chengqi suddenly realized why Wang Anshi couldn't take the scientific examination.The Taiyuan Wang family is a problem left over from history. They have transformed into businessmen. They may want to follow the example of the Lu family, keep the family prosperous, and have a certain ability to protect themselves in troubled times.Maybe at that time, they can take advantage of the chaos and rise up to replace them.

Wang Anshi came from a side branch of the Wang family in Taiyuan. Although he was not a direct descendant, and his family moved to Linchuan, they were still connected.Before Yuanshou, merchants were the most restrictive in scientific examinations. Those who caught merchants' sons in scientific examinations were not only exiled into the army, their family properties were confiscated, and their female relatives were used as official prostitutes.Although many businessmen are envious of their political status, they still do not rashly challenge the national law due to security concerns.

Although Wang Anshi has a great talent, not only him, but his father is also a capable person, but he is strictly restricted from this threshold.Apart from being able to buy some land in Linchuan, be a country landlord, and read some poetry and books, scientific research is a delusion.

Presumably Wang Anshi heard that the imperial court had relaxed the policy on merchants, and thought to himself that they were just a side branch of the Taiyuan Wang family. The original family's business operations involved them.

What Lu Chengqi guessed was almost the same.Mr. Linchuan's name is widely heard in later generations.The Xining reform is even more thought-provoking.Although there are doubts about idealization, it is even more idealized than Lu Chengqi's new method, but it can still inspire future generations.Wang Anshi's talent can be imagined.

Thinking of this, Lu Chengqi deliberately pretended to be stupid and said in a daze: "Why did you say that?"

Wang Anshi further clarified: "Since Your Majesty wants to arrest the members of the Taiyuan royal family, Jiefu is also on the list. The country cannot be ruled out, and Jiefu came here to respond to the national law. Your Majesty will neither punish the Taiyuan royal family nor punish them." What do you mean by not letting people go? I am waiting for the members of the Wang family, and I want to know. You need to know that there are hundreds of thousands of people whose names are listed on the Wang family tree. Jiefu has brought the family tree outside the Xuande building. Your Majesty will arrest them by name."

Lu Chengqi was stunned, he didn't expect that Wang Anshi came to force him into the palace.Civil servants are often forced into the palace, but this is the first time I have seen a white man forced into the palace, and I am afraid it is also the first time in history.Wang Anshi is very powerful in the history of the official brand, but in this time and space, he is only a white man, but he still has such confidence.
Lu Chengqi was stunned for a while, then his expression changed, he laughed loudly and said: "Wang Anshi, you don't need to be so aggressive, I have my own plans in my heart. You have said it all, the country cannot fail to stand, the royal family of Taiyuan does not obey the imperial edict, and everyone in the world is afraid." I know. According to the law, I have my own Dali Temple and the Ministry of Criminal Interrogation. I also believe that I, an official of Dashun, will enforce the law impartially. As for how to judge Wang Yuanshi's crime, I don't want to ask. I don't intend to make things difficult for everyone in the Wang family, but before Wang Yuanshi pleaded guilty, I can't let them go easily. My principle is, those who are guilty will be punished, and those who are not guilty will be released. In the Wang family, there must be people who have been wronged, and there are also people who are guilty. Tomorrow is the day of the trial. Wang Anshi, you can go there Listen in. I don't know how I handled it, are you satisfied?"

(End of this chapter)