The spring sunshine fell on the capital, and Zhao Yingluo stood quietly under the glazed tile roof of the palace. The sunlight filtered through the gaps between the tiles and shone mottledly on her jade face, reflecting her firm and deep eyes. Above the main hall, groups of excited and high-pitched disciples gathered around, their voices rising and falling like ocean waves.
"Zhao Yingluo! Why don't you return power to Zhao Gou? He is the orthodox emperor of the Song Dynasty. What you did is just an ambitious woman's greed for power!" A young official said in his voice It exploded like spring thunder, filled with righteous indignation.
Zhao Yingluo smiled slightly, with a bit of disdain and ridicule in her smile. "Zhao Gou? That weak and incompetent emperor?" she asked softly, her voice full of disdain.
The candidates were stunned, as if they did not expect that Zhao Yingluo would belittle Zhao Gou so directly. But they soon regained their excitement, and one after another they refuted Zhao Yingluo.
"Although Zhao Gou is young, his kindness and wisdom have won the hearts of the people. You are just a woman, how can you usurp power and seize the throne like this?"
"Zhao Yingluo, you should know that the affairs of the world cannot be done by one person. Returning power to Zhao Gou is the blessing of the Song Dynasty!"
Zhao Yingluo listened quietly, always maintaining a faint smile on her face. But her heart was filled with disappointment and disdain for these actions. She understood that the reason why these people were so loyal to Zhao Gou was only because of their desire for power and their dissatisfaction with the status quo.
Finally, when the voices of the candidates gradually subsided, Zhao Yingluo spoke slowly. "I heard your request. But I'm sorry, I can't agree." Her voice was calm and firm, as fresh as the morning dew.
"Zhao Gou's weakness and incompetence has plunged the Song Dynasty into chaos and crisis. What I need is a powerful emperor, not a puppet who only relies on others."
Saying that, Zhao Yingluo paused slightly and glanced at the angry-looking officials. "As for you, since you are so loyal to Zhao Gou, then go back and assist him. However, please remember that the future of the Song Dynasty cannot be changed by you people who only know how to be loyal to the old master and ignore reality."
The candidates looked at Zhao Yingluo angrily, but they had nothing to say. They knew that what Zhao Yingluo said was true. Although they were loyal to Zhao Gou, they could not change the current situation of the Song Dynasty. Although Zhao Yingluo was ruthless and ambitious, she made great contributions to the stability and development of the Song Dynasty.
Finally, Zhao Yingluo issued an order: "Cancel this scientific examination and take it again in the fall." After her words fell, there was silence in the hall. The candidates looked at each other and reluctantly accepted this fact. Zhao Yingluo turned and left, leaving behind a cold and firm figure.
At the same time, in the imperial garden of the palace, Zhao Yingluo stood among the blooming peonies. The sun shone through the petals on her face, adding a bit of softness and kindness to her. The flowers in the imperial garden are in full bloom, as if celebrating this important moment.
She looked around at the crowd around her. The disciples were talking incessantly, with uneasiness and confusion written on their faces. Zhao Yingluo smiled slightly and said in a clear and firm voice: "In order to select more comprehensive talents, I have decided to add an agricultural subject to the imperial examination in the fall. The examination will be divided into two parts: a theoretical examination and a practical examination."
As soon as these words came out, the disciples immediately burst into mourning. They looked at each other with helplessness and anxiety written on their faces. An older scholar sighed, shook his head and said, "We scholars are good at courting prostitutes in brothels and reciting poems and composing poems. How can we know anything about agriculture?" Zhao Yingluo smiled slightly. She understood the confusion of these scholars. and dissatisfaction. But she firmly believed that her decision was for the future of Song Dynasty. She walked down the steps, came to the middle of the disciples, and said gently: "I know this is a challenge for you, but agriculture is the foundation of national development. Only by understanding the way of farming can we better govern the country and benefit the people." .”
She paused and continued: "I know many of you may have never been exposed to agriculture, but please remember that learning is a process. You have sharp minds and rich knowledge. As long as you are willing to put in the effort, I believe you You must be able to master agricultural knowledge.”
Although Zhao Yingluo's words were gentle, they were full of determination and confidence. She believes that her decision is correct and that these leaders have the ability to meet this challenge.
The candidates looked at each other, knowing that Zhao Yingluo's decision could not be changed. A young official said hesitantly: "Your Majesty, we... we will do our best."
Zhao Yingluo nodded, her eyes flashing with expectation: "I believe in you, the future of Da Song Dynasty needs your efforts."
As Zhao Yingluo finished speaking, the atmosphere in the Royal Garden became a little solemn. The candidates no longer talked about each other, but began to think about their future silently. They knew that if they wanted to stand out in the imperial examinations, they had to work harder than usual.
As the days passed, the students returned to their villages and towns one after another, eager to devote themselves to the study of agriculture. In the fields, busy figures can be seen everywhere. They asked the farmers for farming skills, sowing, fertilizing, and watering with their own hands. Although the process was difficult, everyone's face was full of determination and determination.
In this process, the students not only learned agricultural knowledge, but also experienced the hard work and hardship of farmers. They began to understand that agriculture is not just a subject, but also a life attitude and responsibility.
As time goes by, the children gradually master the basic knowledge of agriculture, and their performance in the farmland becomes better and better. Whenever they see those green crops growing vigorously in their hands, their hearts are filled with joy and pride.
When the autumn imperial examinations finally arrived, the examinees walked into the examination room with confidence. They not only demonstrated their talents in literature, classics, etc., but also demonstrated their hard work and efforts in the farmland in the agricultural examination.
Zhao Yingluo was at the highest point of the palace, overlooking the entire capital. She looked at the candidates who were busy preparing for the imperial examinations, and her heart was full of expectation and relief. She knew that her decision was beginning to take effect, and that these pioneers had begun to value agriculture and began to understand the foundation of the country.
After the exam, Zhao Yingluo personally reviewed each test paper. She saw the enthusiasm and efforts of the students in agriculture, and also saw their talents in literature, classics and other aspects. She understood that these heroes had begun to grow and began to contribute to the future of the Song Dynasty.
In the end, Zhao Yingluo selected a group of outstanding candidates who had both literary talent and agricultural knowledge. They stood out in the imperial examination and became a new batch of officials in the Song Dynasty. These officials not only have rich knowledge of literature and classics, but also have a solid foundation in agriculture, so they can better govern the country and benefit the people.
