After three days and three nights of discussion with court ministers, Ying Zheng finally established an imperial examination system that was in line with the conditions of the Qin Dynasty.

The examination categories are divided into county examinations, prefecture examinations, and palace examinations, with examinations divided into different subjects and selection at each level. The county examination is held in the spring every three years, the county examination is held in the autumn, and finally the palace examination is held in the winter.

There are no restrictions on gender, property, or prestige for applicants. As long as you are over 16 years old, have good moral character, and can read and write, you can apply.

However, the blacksmith must be strong himself. If he lacks knowledge and ability, he will still be eliminated.

In Zhangtai Palace, Chu Yuening sat beside Ying Zheng and read the imperial edict. Her beautiful brows gradually furrowed, showing a hint of worry. She side-eyed and asked softly.

"A Zheng, isn't the time too tight?"

"No problem, I have already ordered people to start the relevant matters today."

"Yuening, Daqin doesn't need all that red tape. Besides, local officials also arrange examinations every year, so they are not without experience."

Ying Zheng stretched out his big palm to wrap around the woman's slightly cold little hand, and explained in a gentle voice, his phoenix eyes shining, and his brows full of confidence and cheerfulness.

The Qin Dynasty advocates the color black, which symbolizes calmness, rationality, and efficiency. Whether it is laws and decrees or construction projects, it has a resolute and decisive style of action.

Hearing the word "exam", Chu Yuening suddenly understood and her brows relaxed immediately. It seemed that she was worrying too much. She turned her gaze away shyly and murmured softly.

"A Zheng, I worry too much."

In fact, the examination system had already appeared in the Qin Dynasty, and a complete assessment system called "kaoke" was established. The assessment results included "dian" (qualified) and "zui" (failed).

If you pass the exam or are recommended successfully and become an official, there will be a one-year probation period.

This method can be said to be extremely advanced, so there is no need to worry about local officials failing to organize the county examination.

At present, there is an urgent need for talents in all fields of the Qin Dynasty, so efficient selection is naturally necessary, and the progress of the imperial examination must be accelerated accordingly.

When the official bulletins announcing the establishment of the imperial examination were posted in various counties, poor students all over the country were ecstatic and spread the news to others.

The Imperial Academy was located at the feet of the emperor and was the first to receive the news. The teachers and students were all very excited and talked about it a lot. Classes were suspended for a day.

"Brother Zhang, are you going to take the imperial examination? This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity!"

"Well, I'd like to give it a try."

Zhang Liang closed the book that he had not opened for a long time, but his mood was still difficult to calm down. A rare look of surprise appeared on his calm face.

He is extremely intelligent, so how could he not see the advantages of the imperial examination system?

This was not only a reform of the official selection system, but also a reform of social classes.

After getting the answer he wanted, Han Xin laughed heartily. He patted Zhang Liang's shoulder heavily, and his dark and bright eyes were full of the youthful vigor.

"Hahaha, then Brother Zhang, let's go to the government office and register."

"Although I don't have enough knowledge, I heard there is a martial arts exam, so I might as well give it a try."

"I wonder if Brother Xiao wants to sign up? Hmm... but he's already the prince's teacher, so I don't think he'll participate..."

Xiao He, who was being talked about, sneezed without warning. He rubbed the tip of his nose. Teacher Xiao, who was gentle and steady in front of the little prince, now showed his edge and was full of ambition.

He has made up his mind to take part in this year's imperial examination.

Although he now teaches the prince and holds the position of doctor, he does not hold an official position after all, so he has been subject to a lot of criticism and questioning.

Now that he had this good opportunity, he must seize it and prove his strength. He would also be able to realize his ambitions after becoming an official in the court. It just so happened that his Nine Chapters of Qin Law was about to be completed.

Oh, and I have to remind my dear friends that Han Di and the others in the academy must have heard the news. That leaves Cao Shen and the others in Pei County...

Xiao He spread out a piece of white paper, picked up the wolf-hair brush, and dipped it in ink.

After pondering his thoughts for a moment, he began to write with a vigorous and energetic handwriting, and it was not difficult to see the writer's passionate momentum.

"Your Majesty is wise and established the imperial examination system. All talented and ambitious people in the world, regardless of their wealth or poverty, have the opportunity to serve in the court."

"Brother Cao, your talent is no less than mine. Being a jailer is a waste of your talent, a pearl hidden in the dust. Now that we have a good opportunity, why not take it?"

"I am in Xianyang, where the clouds and the moon are still, waiting for good news."

The next day, Sishui County, Pei County.

Cao Shen happily opened the letter from his close friend and carefully read the exquisite handwriting.

The light in his wise eyes grew brighter and brighter, and his former calmness and composure disappeared, replaced by uncontrollable excitement.

At the same time, Zhou Bo had just finished playing the drum for a family who were holding a funeral. He weighed his light purse, sighed helplessly, and a hint of sadness appeared on his honest and simple face.

His family was poor and he could only make a living by raising silkworms. Even if he often did some side jobs, he could not save much.

Thinking about the high prices the government has been paying for cotton in recent years, he couldn't help but want to open up wasteland and farm.

The days of barely having enough to eat and wear are coming to an end, and he doesn't know if the ambitions deep in his heart can be realized. Zhou Bo stared at his strong arms and smiled bitterly.

"Hurry, hurry, let's go to the government office to register."

"Huff... Wait, I, I can't run anymore..."

"Ah, who told you to study in the house all day instead of going out for a walk? When the time comes to rush to the county to take the county exam, you will have to travel a lot and suffer."

"I don't even know if I can pass the county exam yet. We'll see when the time comes."

Two tall and thin young men passed by him, and what they were talking about left Zhou Bo confused. What were county examinations and county examinations? How come they had never heard of them?

He shook his head and started to go home early to feed the silkworms, but there seemed to be a voice guiding him in his heart. After struggling for a while, Zhou Bo finally caught up with the two men.

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