Zhu Yunying wasn't surprised at all by Zhu Su's words; on the contrary, it was a perfectly normal thing.

The imperial examination system for selecting officials appears to be a relatively fair system, and it did indeed provide the Ming Dynasty with a continuous stream of talented individuals. However, Zhu Yunying also knew that some people, for various reasons, were unable to pass the examinations and that some were indeed overlooked, which was a normal phenomenon.

Not to be outdone, Xiao Zhu, who was stamping the document next to him, quickly chimed in, "Heroes don't ask about origins. Our great-grandfather was a novice monk, and the current Minister of Works isn't exactly a proper scholar either. As long as someone has ability, that's enough. We can't just focus on those who pass the imperial examinations."

Looking at the beaming old Zhu, Zhu Yunying said, "Grandfather, you still need to continue teaching this little crown prince."

Old Zhu nodded with a chuckle; this was indeed his greatest pleasure at the moment. He had already nurtured a wise and powerful Emperor Ying Shi for the Ming Dynasty, and that seemed to be enough.

However, for the workaholic Emperor Zhu, cultivating another outstanding successor for the Ming Dynasty was also of paramount importance. He found joy in this endeavor, not only because of the stability of the Ming Dynasty, but also because educating his great-grandson would bring him the pleasure of doting on his grandchildren.

Let Xiao Zhu continue stamping now. This child is too young and inexperienced. There are many things he still needs to learn slowly and many principles he still needs to figure out slowly. These things cannot be rushed.

Fortunately, both Old Zhu and Little Zhu have enough patience to slowly nurture Little Zhu.