Chapter 258 Deliberately
Jiang Junli coughed lightly and put his hand on the prince's shoulder. "I just heard many students discussing the exam questions outside the Imperial Examination Hall. They said that all three exams were self-selected, so they were so full of thoughts that they dared not write. They felt more constrained than taking an exam with test questions."
"In the past, the examination questions for the Spring Examination were all determined by the Minister of Rites, the Minister of Personnel, the Imperial College's Chief Academician, and the Imperial Academy's Grand Secretary. This time, all three examinations were set by the independent team. Was it too lazy, or was it intentional?"
The prince drooped his eyelids slightly, "Probably the latter."
Although his father is somewhat obsessed with meteorology and astrology, and has even begun to pursue some art of immortality, and seems unwilling to take part in state affairs, all the officials in the court are still doing their work diligently, and no one has neglected his duties yet.
Especially those old ministers, because they have a strong sense of responsibility in their hearts, they are often worried that the emperor's actions will neglect the affairs of state and affect the country, so they work even harder.
The three times of setting the questions independently were not out of laziness, but because I did so on purpose.
As for the reason why they did this...
As a court official, it is good to obey the court's orders and do your best. However, if you just blindly listen and follow, only know how to do things according to the rules, and have no ideas of your own, then such an official is not a good official.
A qualified official is one who can perform independently and outstandingly in an emergency without any instructions from superiors.
The prince understood the intentions of these old ministers, but he also felt sad that his father, who had once been diligent in government affairs, had become like this.
With mixed emotions, the prince couldn't help but let out a long sigh.
Jiang Junli knew the prince's melancholy at the moment, and patted him on the back, "Let's go to Guanghua Garden and sit for a while."
Having a few drinks and talking about poetry, songs, history books and ancient texts for a while can probably help to ease your mood.
"We have to wait until another day to go to Guanghua Garden." The prince refused. "I have an appointment with the elder to sit in Qingfeng Tower today. Now is the time."
There is an inconspicuous teahouse on the top floor of Qingfeng Building, but Jiang Junli knows that it is the private property of His Royal Highness the Crown Prince. If there is anyone who is inconvenient to meet in public, they will usually go there to talk.
"Okay." Jiang Junli nodded. "The elder is serious and old-fashioned. He attaches great importance to punctuality. It's better to go earlier, but..."
Jiang Junli paused, "But there are some things that need to be said, no need to be so polite."
"Yes." The prince nodded, his voice low, "The elder has a righteous character, and he cares about the country and the stability of the government. Naturally, some things must be made clear to him."
Jiang Junli curled his lips when he heard this, "Where are you talking about him? I mean, if you have anything to say to me, you can just say it directly."
Especially when it comes to money.
To win over court officials and take care of things, majesty is one thing, reason is another, but what is more important is to have substantial benefits, so that others are willing to do things in a down-to-earth manner.
Jiang Junli has been doing business for many years and naturally understands this principle.
The prince also understood what he meant at this time, and a warm feeling appeared in his eyes. He reached out and touched his nose, "I know, I will naturally not be polite with you."
"That's great." Jiang Junli grinned, "I won't say much to you at this moment. I need to take care of something important."
(End of this chapter)
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