Chapter 421 Three Heads and Six Arms
The women's imperial examination sparked protests from court officials.
In this grand hall, it was always Wei Cha who single-handedly debated with the assembled scholars.
Today, we have gained two fierce and powerful generals.
Wei Cha had Wu Wenguang on his left and Leng Wendong on his right.
The three seemed to have formed a three-headed, six-armed, invulnerable force.
The three of them were like they'd been injected with adrenaline, spitting as they spoke.
Wei Cha, the leader, was even able to find time to temporarily write impeachment memorials against several people.
Lang Qingfeng, Zhao Wuji, and others were also present to lend their support.
The Empress glanced at the Emperor upon seeing the situation.
The emperor calmly wiped the sweat from his brow.
Fortunately, Wei Cha was there.
Even with Wei Cha's sharp tongue, they withstood the pressure to protest.
If I were to handle this matter personally, I'm afraid I'd have a headache for several days.
Cui Ying wasn't sleepy this time; it was the first time she'd ever heard such a dramatic verbal battle.
An hour later, the three men, hands on their hips, faces flushed and voices slightly hoarse, said, "Who else?! Come and debate if you dare!"
The officials in the court looked at the three of them, panting.
Just as someone was about to speak again.
The emperor spoke up: "Enough! What kind of behavior is this, making such a racket in the main hall?"
The officials hurriedly said, "Your Majesty, please calm down!"
The emperor stroked his beard and said, "Our Jin Kingdom is now prosperous, and its literary fortune is of paramount importance. There are many talented young ladies who are famous throughout the land. Although there is no precedent for this in history, it is because the rulers of previous dynasties did not have the courage to do so! Every country that has become strong has started with sweeping reforms. I am willing to set a precedent!"
"Your Majesty! Absolutely not! If women participate in the imperial examinations and this is recorded in history, it will likely leave a bad name for them!"
The emperor laughed heartily, "For the sake of the Jin Kingdom, what does it matter if I leave behind a legacy of infamy!"
Qin Jinzhi glanced at the emperor and gave him an approving look.
The emperor spoke up: "Commander Qin, regarding the recent compliance assessment for newly appointed officials, the ministers strongly recommended you. What are your thoughts on this?"
Qin Jinzhi stepped forward, "Since the State of Jin needs me so much, I will do my utmost to eradicate these long-standing problems!"
The emperor laughed even more heartily and said, "If that's the case..."
"Father!"
The Crown Prince stepped forward and said, “Your Majesty, I feel that this is somewhat inappropriate. Although Commander Qin is a young talent, he is indeed still quite young. This matter concerns the students of Jin, so I urge Your Majesty to reconsider.”
Wei Cha looked at the Crown Prince and said, "The Prince of Zhenbei became famous throughout the land at the age of sixteen for single-handedly killing an enemy general. Your Highness, is such a young age considered young?"
The Crown Prince said coldly, "Lord Wei, how can fighting a war be the same as studying?"
Wei Cha spoke in a nonchalant tone, "Does Your Highness still consider this old minister a scholar?"
The Crown Prince was puzzled. “Lord Wei is a model for scholars.”
Wei Cha looked at everyone with an extremely arrogant gaze, "When I followed His Majesty to conquer the world, I was only fourteen years old."
At the age of fourteen, he followed the State of Jin, traveling all over the country to recruit people, money, and power for the Emperor of Jin.
Every official in the court still held Wei Cha in some respect.
Although Wei Cha's mouth was truly unpleasant to hear, his life could still be described as legendary.
If someone else brings up age, it really doesn't hold much credibility.
But Wei Cha said it was absolutely true.
Wei Cha said loudly, "Age may be related to seniority, but it has absolutely nothing to do with ability. Tell me, which of your young men and women can recite poems like 'The Lament of Loyalty' at the age of Commander Qin? And who else can lead troops to subdue Feng Chi at such a young age?"
Since returning to the capital, Qin Jinzhi has remained silent until she made a stunning debut.
The news of the attack on Fengchi only reached the capital when Qin Jinzhi was about to return victorious and enter the capital.
Not to mention that she fought her way into the hands of the five great families in the capital.
Anyone with eyes to see can tell that she was involved in every single one of these events.
Everyone was stunned. The Qin Jinzhi of today was no longer the spoiled, arrogant, and domineering little princess who relied on the emperor and empress's favor.
Now, she is a princess who protects the country, a title that will be passed down through generations.
He single-handedly established the Thousand Birds Bureau to oversee all officials.
Now she stands in the imperial court, and even has her own faction.
She relied entirely on her own power to stand beside the emperor and empress.
The Crown Prince knew that Qin Jinzhi was a foregone conclusion to take over the matter today, so he changed the subject.
"Lord Wei has misunderstood me. I think that Commander Qin has never been involved in this matter before. Although she is very capable, she is indeed lacking in experience. I would like to suggest that we select senior officials from the Ministry of Rites and learned scholars to assist Commander Qin in handling this matter. Wouldn't that be foolproof?"
The emperor nodded in agreement. “What the Crown Prince said makes sense. Today, I hereby appoint Qin Jinzhi as Inspector General and establish a special Inspector General’s Office. Personnel from the Six Ministries, the Hanlin Academy, and the Three Judicial Offices will be drawn to assist in the inspection. Inspector General Qin will have full authority over the selection of personnel. Any ideas from the various ministries should be discussed directly with Inspector General Qin.”
Qin Jinzhi stepped forward, "Your subject receives the imperial decree!"
The prince's eyes grew increasingly dark.
Although he could place officials in this way.
But isn't Father Emperor's decision tantamount to setting up a mini-court for Qin Jinzhi?
All officials were present and were at Qin Jinzhi's disposal.
If she wants to do something, who in the court can restrain her?
The emperor looked at the officials and spoke again: "As for the matter of women participating in the imperial examinations, if it truly brings eternal infamy, then I will bear it!"
The Empress said, "Since we are going to reform the imperial examination system, why not also reinstate the military examination? There are many talented people in the country, and recruiting more capable people will make Jin prosperous and strong."
"Your Majesty is wise! Your Majesty is wise!"
The Qin family was actually the one most deeply affected by the reinstatement of the martial arts examination.
Military commanders were no longer limited to those who served in the Zhenbei Army.
If the military examination is reinstated, the Qin family's military strength will gradually be dispersed.
This is a good thing for the court and the royal family.
The officials in the court were surprisingly unanimous.
The news that women could participate in the imperial examinations was announced to the world.
This caused a nationwide uproar.
First, women served as officials; later, women participated in the imperial examinations.
Women could not only find a place to live and make a living in this world, but also enter the imperial court with their talents.
The next imperial examination will be held in two years.
Many talented young ladies were confined to their homes.
Upon hearing this news, many young ladies were eager to try.
They also wanted to know if, with their talents and knowledge, they could earn a place in this world!
However, implementing this plan has encountered numerous difficulties.
Once this story spread, some families even forcibly ordered their women not to read or learn to read.
Some families also explicitly forbid their female relatives from having such unorthodox thoughts.
But there is still a small group of people.
They analyzed the situation between North Korea and China thoroughly.
Seeing the public outrage, many people secretly brought home private tutors or hired renowned scholars at great expense.
Now that women have broken with precedent by serving as officials in the imperial court, women's examinations have followed.
This is an inevitable trend.
If that's the case, why not let your own women have a bright future?
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