Chapter 69 Wei Zheng Goes Crazy

"On the Path to a Strong Military!"

Wei Zheng read the title expressionlessly.

Wei Shuyu treated it like an essay, writing a large title in the middle of the paper.

"No matter how well an army is trained, it is still just an army!"

"Looking back at the rise and fall of dynasties throughout history, which dynasty didn't have a strong army?"

"But why were they erased from history?"

"It's not that they aren't strong enough, it's that public opinion is stronger than them!"

"There is no invincible army in the world, only invincible people!"

"My father, Wei Zheng, always believed in the principle that water can carry a boat, but it can also capsize it!"

"Like him, I firmly believe that there is only one way to build a truly invincible army..."

"Military-civilian integration, the whole nation is a soldier!"

"When all the people of the Tang Dynasty were proud of the Tang Dynasty..."

"When all the people of the Tang Dynasty are willing to take up arms for the Tang Dynasty..."

"When all the people of the Tang Dynasty are willing to give their lives for the Tang Dynasty..."

"The Tang Dynasty also possesses an invincible and powerful army!"

Wei Zheng's expression was passionate and stirring, not only because Wei Shuyu wrote well, but also because it expressed his true feelings!

Water can carry a boat, but it can also capsize it.

Well said. The strongest army is still made up of ordinary people.

rub!

Li Shimin stood up in shock!

Wei Shuyu's policy essay truly resonated with him.

He has always wanted to build an invincible and powerful army.

His Xuanjia Army is almost the strongest!

But he still felt insecure, always believing that there were still armies in the world that could threaten him...

Wei Shuyu's words completely awakened him!

Kong Yingda and the others were all dumbfounded...

Isn't this supposed to be written in vernacular Chinese?

Why is it so infectious?

Turning around, I exchanged glances with a few old friends, as if blaming each other for not reading it properly.

Finally, it all turned into a sigh.

"good!"

"good!"

"good!"

As the messenger general Wei Shuyu's article was spread, all the soldiers shouted.

The soldiers were illiterate and didn't know how to interpret words.

Perhaps they don't understand many profound principles...

But they can understand vernacular Chinese!

"Your Majesty, the outcome is decided. Let's begin the second round of the literary contest."

Changsun Wuji sensed something was wrong and immediately jumped out.

Victory or defeat?

Who actually won?

Everyone looked at Li Shimin.

"This..." Li Shimin was stumped.

Judging by its writing style, Wei Shuyu's article would not pass muster.

However, based on the content, Wei Shuyu's essay completely surpasses Changsun Chong's.

Changsun Chong describes what a powerful army he commanded!

Wei Shuyu was describing a grand strategic plan...

In a deeper sense, the two are completely incomparable.

"Your Majesty, Lord Kong, Lord Chu, and Lord Ouyang have just declared Chong'er the winner," Changsun Wuji hurriedly said.

As soon as he finished speaking, Kong Yingda and the others turned a purplish-brown color.

If this gets out, it will damage their reputation.

But it just so happens that it was their judgment that put them in a difficult position.

"fart!"

Wei Zheng returned from the high platform, his face filled with boundless anger.

Even if this article was written by Wei Shuyu, Wei Zheng would still support it, even if it were just the opinion of a poor, pedantic scholar!

"Changsun Wuji, you are a high-ranking official of the Tang Dynasty. You should be strict with yourself and set an example for all officials. Your words and actions represent the authority of the Tang Dynasty. Does such an unfair judgment deserve your title of Duke of Zhao? Does it deserve His Majesty's trust in you?"

Wei Zheng rebuked him sternly.

"I'm just stating the facts. Wei Shuyu's article is well-written, but he has lost in terms of rhetoric!"

Changsun Wuji replied indifferently.

"rhetoric?"

Wei Zheng angrily retorted: "Do you think this is a three-year-old playing house? You only look at the surface of things?"

"In your opinion, does being good-looking guarantee one can become an official, and being beautiful guarantee one can become a general?"

"If that's really the case, what's the point of the Tang Dynasty having civil and military officials? Wouldn't it be better to just find a bunch of handsome men and beautiful women to handle state affairs?"

"By the way, that Jingde guy, don't you think he's unworthy of being the Duke of E?"

However, Changsun Wuji showed no panic when facing Wei Zheng. If he were so easily defeated, he would not deserve to be ranked first among the twenty-four meritorious officials of Lingyan Pavilion.

At least when it comes to talking, he's absolutely diamond-level.

"Don't try to confuse the public or distort the facts. I'm just speaking from the perspective of the imperial examination system!"

Changsun Wuji stood proudly, unmoved.

It evokes a feeling of "let him be strong, the breeze still caresses the mountain."

Wei Zheng, having failed in his first attack, launched another.

"Changsun Wuji, I know you want your son to win, but don't you think your method of protecting him is a bit shameless?"

There's an old saying, "colluding like wolves in sheep's clothing." Have you ever considered that you'd be severely condemned afterward?

Wei Zheng suddenly smiled...

"oh?"

Changsun Wuji raised an eyebrow: "You say I'm protecting my son, but haven't you been protecting your son too?"

"Wei Shuyu's rhetoric is inappropriate; no matter where you take it, I dare to argue with him based on reason!"

Changsun Wuji stood with his hands behind his back, calm and fearless.

"yes!"

Wei Zheng nodded emphatically: "I admit that Shuyu's writing skills are not very high, but it is undeniable that he writes very well!"

Turning around, Wei Zheng bowed to Li Shimin and said, "Your Majesty, today I, Wei Zheng, have spoken out on behalf of my son. If there is anything inappropriate in my words, I am willing to take full responsibility!"

"Minister Wei..."

Li Shimin wanted to say a few words of advice, but saw Wei Zheng suddenly turn around.

His disdainful gaze swept over the crowd...

"You can say I'm being biased, or that I favor my son, but I, Wei Zheng, will say it now: even if it costs me my official position, I will stand by my son and support Shuyu!"

"If anyone disagrees, step forward and I, Wei, will debate with you to see who is right!"

Wei Zheng is serious!

Everyone's heart skipped a beat.

Even Changsun Wuji began to feel apprehensive...

"In ancient times, when Yanzi was sent as an envoy to Chu, Chu insulted him, saying he was so short he had to crawl through a dog hole. What did Yanzi say? He retorted that Chu was a dog state!"

"Today, our Great Tang Dynasty wins by the beauty of its writing, neglecting the actual content. How is this any different from Yanzi's outward appearance?"

"May I ask you all, in the future, will others also curse my Great Tang Dynasty as something else?"

Wei Zheng's sharp gaze swept over Changsun Wuji: "They are colluding with each other, failing to uphold justice, lacking fairness, and abusing their power for personal gain..."

"One day, people will call my Great Tang a country of wolves and wolves!"

Wow.

Everyone's expression changed!

Changsun Wuji's face turned deathly pale...

Yanzi's mission to Chu has earned him lasting fame in history.

If Changsun Wuji dares to continue to insist on his own opinions today, he will very likely be recorded in history.

Wei Zheng, citing classical texts and wielding the power of righteousness, ultimately defeated Changsun Wuji under his fierce attack.

"Wei Zheng!"

Li Shimin roared fiercely.

Wei Zheng's words were an insult to the country and had thoroughly enraged him!

"Your Majesty, please wait, it's not your turn yet..."

Swish.

Wei Zheng turned his gaze to Kong Yingda, Chu Suiliang, and others...

Their hearts were pounding!

Damn, this Wei troll is going crazy with his rant...