When Emperor Yuan Jing finished speaking, everyone present was shocked again.
A question was presented, and if Song Chi could answer it, he would be crowned the number one scholar in front of the emperor.
After the joint examination, those who passed it were called Gongshi. The palace examination would usually be held half a month after the results were announced. Those who ranked in the top three were called Zhuangyuan, Tanhua and Bangyan.
The results of the imperial examination have not yet been announced. Song Chi has just been designated as the first place in the imperial examination, making him the number one in the Great Zhou Dynasty. Now he has been given another chance to be the first place in the imperial examination.
This banquet was held because the emperor was entertaining his ministers. He thought the protagonist would be King Xiang who had not returned to the capital for a long time, but unexpectedly it was Song Chi.
Song Chi bowed and said, "Your Majesty, please give us a question."
Why not use such an opportunity?
After the dinner, he became His Majesty's favorite.
Emperor Yuan Jing said, "In just over a month I will attack Northern Wei. This is the first war I have launched in over twenty years since I ascended the throne. I must have a legitimate reason and announce it to the world. Now everything is ready, only the east wind is lacking. I want you to write a conquest manifesto for me to announce it to the world and appease the people. Are you willing?"
This is the question posed by Emperor Yuan Jing.
Lu Taiyuan hurriedly looked at Song Chi and shook his head imperceptibly. With Song Chi's talent, it would be easy for him to write a war manifesto, but this matter was too risky. War was uncertain and it was not certain to be won. If there were any problems in the future.
Song Chi, who first proposed the plan and then wrote the war manifesto, could not escape blame and became the biggest scapegoat.
Before the war started, Lu Taiyuan and Song Shiwen had reached a tacit understanding that if anything went wrong during the war, the Ministry of Revenue would take the blame.
But now Song Chi is making too much noise.
He is still young and shouldn't take such a risk.
Lu Taiyuan also had another consideration. If Song Chi really wrote a war manifesto, His Majesty would pay more attention to him. He was worried that he would lose control if he climbed too fast.
"No... Song Chi, don't..."
Shen Liangyu, who was very close to Song Chi, whispered that she didn't want to see Song Chi go to extremes. If the war was lost, he would be scolded to death by the people!
Song Chi turned around, she did not see the accusation in Shen Liangyu's eyes, only worry.
Under the gazes of many, Song Chi turned back, looked at Emperor Yuan Jing, bowed, and said, "Your Majesty, attacking the Northern Wei is in accordance with the will of Heaven and in line with the will of the people. It is my honor and duty to write a conquest manifesto for Your Majesty."
"I can do it now. Your Majesty, please correct me!"
"remember!"
Emperor Yuan Jing was delighted and gave direct orders.
Liu Bao, who was behind him, wrote it himself, and Song Chi also recited it.
"In the past, Taizu defined the boundaries of the Great Zhou; Shizong launched campaigns to promote the principles of propriety and righteousness. Today, the Jie slaves of the Northern Wei, originally from the dens of wolves in the Yin Mountains, have never been taught the ways of dress and propriety. They admire the virtues of our Central Plains king and are secretly imitating his attire, but their beastly hearts are ultimately untameable."
"The Zhou Dynasty inherited the throne from Heaven and ruled the world with ease. Its virtues spread to the grass and trees, and its influence benefited all the peoples. Your barbarian chieftain, the Tuoba clan, received our crown and sash, and our titles and salaries, yet instead of thinking of repaying our kindness, you act like the wolf of Zhongshan, devouring your master, betraying his virtue, and resorting to war against the people. How can this be tolerated?"
Song Chi spoke each word with such intensity that the sound shook the roof tiles.
Liu Bao wrote very quickly, wiping the cold sweat from his forehead from time to time.
The eunuch in charge of the seal of the Imperial Household Department is in charge of the emperor's seal and is known as the chief minister of the inner court. Writing is naturally a problem for him, but normally he is not required to write by himself. But now His Majesty has appointed him to write, so it can be imagined how important Song Chi is in the heart of Emperor Jing of Yuan.
Emperor Yuan Jing was visibly delighted and a little excited.
The question was asked in a split second and he recited the entire text without even thinking. This was the first time he had seen such a person.
The article is also very well written.
Emperor Taizu of the Zhou Dynasty founded the country, and later Emperor Shizong expanded the territory. With the current territory of the Zhou Dynasty, dominating the Central Plains is the orthodox one. In comparison, the Northern Wei Dynasty is the scoundrel.
The Northern Wei invaded savagely and broke their promise, so the Great Zhou sent troops with a legitimate reason.
"Their crimes are too numerous to count: they raided the borders, plundered towns, and burned our Ji Temple; they rode their iron cavalry, trampling mulberry and hemp. The old and weak were buried in ditches, and women and children wept in the countryside. Furthermore, their vulgar customs of wearing felt and fur stained our clothes; their fishy smell polluted our Qing Temple. They destroyed the written covenant beneath the ancestral temple and shot arrows from the peak of the palace. This is truly infuriating to both gods and men, and unacceptable to heaven and earth!"
Emperor Yuan Jing echoed what Song Chi said, and at this moment he was truly delighted.
Everyone present couldn't help but marvel inwardly.
This guy is truly talented. His writing is as sharp as knives, and this manifesto is truly grand and magnificent.
Song Chi said in a deep voice: "Today, the Emperor of the Great Zhou Dynasty, obeying the will of Heaven, has sent out six armies to suppress the rebellion. Wherever the dragon flag points, millions of Pixiu will block out the sun; when the gongs and drums sound, the sword energy will rush straight to the Douniu..."
"good!"
Upon hearing this, Emperor Yuan Jing couldn't help but cheer.
Song Chiru didn't hear it and continued to recite.
"And let me tell all the foreign nations: When Yelang challenged the throne, their heads hung before the Northern Palace. Now, as we see the Northern Wei impending its fall, you must defend your borders and protect your people. Do not rush into a flame like a moth. If you secretly collude with us, we will dispatch our troops to punish you. If you offer food as a reward, we will divide your land and plunder it. Success or failure will be decided in a moment!"
In addition to attacking the Northern Wei, he also warned other countries not to act differently and to be careful not to follow in the footsteps of the Northern Wei.
After reciting the last word, Song Chi bowed and said, "The above is the student's proclamation. Your Majesty, please correct me."
Emperor Yuan Jing looked at Liu Bao and asked hurriedly, "Did you write it down?"
"Every word, no omissions!"
Liu Bao put down his pen, rubbed his aching wrist, and bowed, saying, "I congratulate Your Majesty on receiving this conquest manifesto. Our Great Zhou will surely triumph over Wei!"
This is not flattery.
He really thought that the war manifesto was excellent and a rare masterpiece.
He speaks without thinking, but eloquently.
There really are such talented people in the world. Liu Bao was amazed in his heart and thought that those who excel in learning will become officials.
He knew that Song Chi's manifesto completely touched the heart of His Majesty, and His Majesty would appreciate Song Chi even more. After the banquet, Song Chi would become a close minister, or even a favorite minister!
"Ha ha!"
Emperor Yuan Jing laughed loudly, with wrinkles on his face.
The Crown Prince Mu Yunyin, who was closest to him, was surprised and puzzled. He had not seen His Majesty so happy for a long time.
Teacher Kun has secretly brought Song Chi over.
Song Chi is the teacher's son. No matter how close Lu Taiyuan is to Song Chi, can they be closer than father and son?
Mu Yunyin thought to himself.
At this moment, Song Chi's value has surpassed everything.
This kid really has something.
At this moment, Mu Yunxiu's eyes also fell on Song Chi. Fortunately, he had been won over by Lu Taiyuan, but he didn't know whether this guy had any relationship with Song Shiwen.
At first I didn't doubt their identities.
However, Song Chi's style of using any means to achieve his goals is very similar to Song Shiwen.
Many people present had different thoughts.
Emperor Yuan Jing stood up and said loudly: "You have all heard the proclamation written by Song Chi. With the grace of Heaven and the protection of Taizu, Wenqu has now descended to our Great Zhou. The Great Zhou will surely prosper, and the conquest of Wei will be victorious!"
This statement again shocked everyone.
Your Majesty directly designated Song Chi as Wenqu who came down to earth. He is truly the best in the Great Zhou.
"Today, I appoint Song Chi as the number one scholar before the Holy Emperor!"
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