"Your Majesty, who made this list?" Sun Chengzong asked suddenly.
This time, Xu Guangqi refused to give in. He took a step forward, straightened his back, and said directly, "Of course, this should be formulated by the Ministry of Rites. This is the Ministry's business."
At the same time, Xu Guangqi turned to Zhu Youxiao and said, "I think it would be more appropriate to let the Ministry of Rites formulate it."
Several people all looked at Xu Guangqi. This old man really didn't hide his feelings at all, and everyone was surprised by his behavior.
Everyone knows who the Ministry of Rites belongs to.
It seems that Shen Tingyun and Xu Guangqi are almost in cahoots. If the Ministry of Rites is allowed to make the decision on this matter, what is the difference between that and letting Xu Guangqi do it?
These two people are both disciples of the School of Mind. What does this represent?
It means that they will definitely praise themselves and step on others.
This was something that no one else could accept, so Sun Chengzong spoke up, "I think this should be treated seriously. This is a major matter for the entire Ming Dynasty. If we leave it solely to the Ministry of Rites, it might be a bit too frivolous."
"In my opinion, we should gather all the Hanlin Academy scholars and select some officials from the six ministries to conduct a detailed study and discussion before making a decision. We must not rush into anything. Only in this way can we achieve stability and security."
Zhu Youxiao realized that Xu Guangqi and Sun Chengzong were actually fighting for control of the list.
It's just that Xu Guangqi was more radical and seemed aggressive; Sun Chengzong was not like that. It seemed that he just wanted to protect his own interests and not make any trouble, but he would not agree to remove Neo-Confucianism from the imperial examination syllabus.
Although the two sides cannot be said to be at loggerheads now, there is absolutely no possibility of reconciliation.
Sun Chengzong mentioned the Hanlin Academy, where most of the students were Neo-Confucianists, and there were almost no students of the School of Mind. So once the Hanlin Academy was involved and more people were involved, Xu Guangji would not be able to suppress Neo-Confucianism.
The debate between Xu Guangqi and Sun Chengzong was actually a test of their own ideas, because their own attitude was the most crucial in this matter.
"My two dear ministers, there is no need to do this. This matter still needs long-term consideration. You two dear ministers can go and ask first and then make a decision. It will not be too late to discuss this matter after everything is settled." Zhu Youxiao said with a smile on his face.
Zhu Youxiao chose to smooth things over at this time.
No one knew what His Majesty was thinking. For a moment, everyone present was at a loss.
However, the issue of formulating the syllabus for the imperial examination was bound to develop into a major duel between Neo-Confucianism and the School of Mind, with both sides wanting to overwhelm the other as quickly as possible.
Under such circumstances, things will definitely collide violently from the very beginning. Perhaps this is what Your Majesty wants to see.
Having followed His Majesty for such a long time, the five people present understood that His Majesty liked to watch his subjects fight, so they would also fight for His Majesty to watch.
However, there was one thing they didn't understand, and that was Huang Kezun's behavior was very abnormal.
There must be something wrong when something is abnormal. I must investigate it thoroughly when I get back.
After the meeting, Zhu Youxiao glanced at Chen Hong who was standing beside him and slowly asked, "What happened to Huang Kezun?"
Zhu Youxiao was also very curious about this matter. He also wanted to know what exactly happened and what had caused Huang Kexun to reach this point?
This was nothing like what he normally did.
"Your Majesty, how about I go and ask?" Chen Hong said hesitantly.
Chen Hong's behavior was to show that he knew nothing and needed to ask. This was also a skill. If Chen Hong could directly tell why, then he would probably be finished.
Privately investigating a cabinet minister is not something Chen Hong should do.
Zhu Youxiao nodded gently and said, "Okay."
After obtaining the emperor's permission, Chen Hong left the hall and prepared to inquire about the news.
Zhu Youxiao did not wait there, but turned around and went to Queen Zhang to chat with her.
After the four cabinet ministers returned to the cabinet, the news of the meeting spread throughout the court in an instant.
Everyone was shocked, and countless people were looking for Wei Dazhong.
Someone knew Wei Dazhong, so he was even more incredulous. He was Gao Panlong's student and had been trying to figure out how to save Gao Panlong these days.
With so many people paying attention, the news quickly spread back. The farce at the literary conference also appeared in everyone's sight, and the quarrel between Wei Dazhong and Song Yingxing was also known, but it did not bring them any good news.
"Only the teachings of saints who are worthy of being enshrined in the Confucius Temple can be taught." These words were indeed said by Wei Dazhong himself, but it is unknown who told Your Majesty.
No matter who told this matter to His Majesty, that person definitely has bad intentions. He wants to cause chaos among everyone and use this matter to achieve his ulterior motives.
Everyone's first suspicion was Wei Zhongxian.
The results of the court's discussion came out, and Huang Kezun, the Grand Secretary of the Cabinet, put forward a new proposal, which was to draw up an outline for the imperial examination.
This outline will specify in detail the books and knowledge used in the exam, and will not set questions based on the teachings of the ancient sages in the Confucius Temple.
When the news came out, everyone was a little overwhelmed and didn't know whether it was good or bad for a while.
There are still many debates, but not many people dare to stand up and oppose it openly.
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