The Empress used the words "to convey a message" with great difficulty.
Emperor: Hmph, all that petty cleverness!
The emperor did not believe that there were any perfect people in the world. Since someone had such a stunning face, they could not possibly have much wisdom!
The emperor decided to test this man, asking, "What is your view on the current situation of the Great Jin Dynasty?"
Su Heng thought for a moment and replied, "With a rich and powerful nation, all under heaven submit. Even if there are rebellions by the common people on the borders, they will not last long. The Emperor is kind and benevolent, and loves his people like his own children. All the people in the world call the Emperor a wise ruler. Under the Emperor's rule, the Great Jin Dynasty will surely move towards a golden age."
The emperor frowned, somewhat disappointed; he wasn't interested in flattery.
So I asked a few more questions, and Su Heng answered them all well, but not particularly brilliantly. His answers were mostly flattery and offered very little practical advice.
It's all just for show!
The emperor waved his hand in displeasure, ordering Shen Congliang to take Su Heng back.
He would have to choose someone else to send to Xiao Liang Kingdom. The emperor rubbed his temples.
Before leaving, Su Heng glanced at Chuanwen, who gave him a big smile. Su Heng smiled back and followed Shen Congliang out the door.
After leaving the palace, Shen Congliang hesitated, as if he wanted to say something but couldn't. Su Heng pretended not to notice, but Shen Congliang couldn't help but ask him in the end, "Why do I feel like you've been hiding your talents?"
Su Heng looked apologetic. "I have done my best, but I have not caught the Emperor's eye. It is truly a pity. I have only failed to live up to the General's good intentions in recommending me."
Shen Congliang waved his hand, "That doesn't matter. Why don't you come join my army?"
Unsurprisingly, Shen Congliang was politely rejected again. Although he was a little disappointed, he wasn't annoyed and focused on maintaining a good attitude. He thought, "If I ask every day, maybe I'll win them over. Even in ancient times, people had to face rejection several times when seeking talent. Good people are hard to find."
Back home, Su Heng continued his studies and cooking as usual, as if nothing had happened about being summoned by the Emperor and then sent back. The only thing that could make him smile was seeing Chuanwen today.
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