Huhai's funeral was extremely grand. Under the leadership of his eldest son, Fusu, it lasted for several hours before they entered the tomb of the royal family.
In the Rain Listening Pavilion of the Marquis of Champion's Residence.
Zhang Liang stood by a pool in the Raindrop Pavilion with an uneasy expression. After the battle at the Sage Gathering Pavilion a few days ago, Ying Xin did not make any arrangements for him, not even summoning him.
This made him very worried and uneasy. The domineering nature of this Marquis Champion had been deeply engraved in his mind that day.
"Why, does Zifang also have such worries?”A teasing voice sounded behind him.
"How many people in the world wouldn't be afraid of the Marquis Champion? Little Zhuang, you really don't mind watching the show.”Zhang Liang turned around and said faintly.
The person who came was Wei Zhuang. These few days, because of his injury, Wei Zhuang was resting in the Marquis of Champion's Estate and was responsible for patrolling the manor.
"If we can see the world's scheming Zi Fang panic, that would be wonderful.”Wei Zhuang smiled.
Zhang Liang shook his head, his face revealing a bitter expression. Then, he asked Wei Zhuang about Ying Xin.
The two of them were originally life and death friends. These things, Wei Zhuang would not hide from Zhang Liang.
After a long while, Wei Zhuang finally let out a long sigh.
"Lord Marquis 'sword art is the first I've seen in my life. It can be called unprecedented.”
Zhang Liang's expression became even more complicated. After hearing Wei Zhuang mention Ying Xin, he discovered that the Marquis was even more terrifying than he had imagined!
He was afraid that it would be very difficult for him to deal with today's summons.
Just as he was thinking this, a series of footsteps sounded outside the Raindrop Pavilion.
Zhang Liang and Wei Zhuang's expressions quickly changed. Ying Xin then led Yu Huatian and the others into the Raindrop Pavilion.
"Greetings, Lord Marquis." Upon seeing Ying Xin, Zhang Liang immediately said respectfully.
Wei Zhuang also bowed slightly.
"No need for formalities."
"Mister Zhang Liang, sorry to keep you waiting. Everyone else, please leave. I still have something to discuss with Mister Zhang Liang.”Ying Xin said indifferently. After which, he waved his hand, and Yu Huatian and the others tactfully withdrew.
Before Wei Zhuang left, he gave Zhang Liang a look, hinting him to relax.
A moment later, only Ying Xin and Zhang Liang were left in the Pavilion of Raindrops. Facing this situation, the pressure in Zhang Liang's heart instantly soared.
He didn't know what Ying Xin wanted to talk to him about, but facing Ying Xin, who had wiped out the Mohist School and the Hundred Schools of Philosophy in a snap of his fingers, a natural fear rose.
"Mister Zhang Liang, what do you think about the Hundred Schools?”Ying Xin said after a moment of silence.
Zhang Liang's heart tightened. It was indeed this matter. He hurriedly said.
"Reporting to Lord Marquis, the Hundred Schools matter is indeed very good, but in my estimation, it will be difficult to carry it out.”
After saying that, cold sweat broke out on Zhang Liang's forehead. He didn't know if this answer would satisfy the marquis.
However, this was indeed the most practical idea he had after analyzing it for the past two days.
Gathering the strengths of the Hundred Schools of Thought and nurturing officials who could educate the people was indeed beneficial to Great Qin. However, for the Hundred Schools of Thought, it was especially so for the small factions that had declined.
This was equivalent to telling them to hand over all their Legacies and serve Great Qin!
People and skills were also needed!
With such an outcome, how could the Hundred Schools of Philosophy not rebel?
"Even Mister Zifang thinks so? "Forget it, I'll tell you what the vision of this Hundred Schools of Thought is…" Ying Xin glanced at Zhang Liang and said indifferently.
He could understand the Hundred Schools of Philosophy and Zhang Liang's thoughts. However, the unified empire had a culture that no one had ever thought of!
That was, the hundreds of schools that were as prosperous as the university system. At the same time, the local governments would recommend and hold the imperial examination!
Ying Xin's specific idea was to first bring the Confucianists, Legalists, Famous Scholars, and miscellaneous schools into the Hundred Schools of Philosophy, and then send smart students to Xianyang to study.
The education system would last for three years. In these three years, these students would learn the theories of the various schools of thought. After three years, these students would be sent back to their respective places to govern. Theory and practice would be unified!
As such, Great Qin's strength would definitely become more powerful!
Moreover, even though Great Qin had a central authority, the local gentry and local factions were incredibly powerful!
After the first batch of students returned to the various regions, Ying Xin would start the Imperial Examination system!
This imperial examination system was somewhat similar to the imperial examination system of the Great Tang, but it was not completely the same. It had drawn more from the experiences of later generations.
After the imperial examination system was launched, Xianyang issued the national examination papers and distributed them to the various places where the first batch of students were located.
However, Ying Xin knew very well that the first batch of imperial examinations wouldn't be passed by any of the lesser disciples. In fact, there wouldn't even be too many noble disciples who could pass!
This was because this examination paper would be born by combining the theories of hundreds of schools to meet the needs of the central government.
Even though the exam papers that were distributed to the various regions would not touch on the core of Great Qin, not many people understood the theory of combining the strengths of various schools of thought.
The first batch of examinations would definitely result in a large number of failures and screenings. However, this was exactly what Ying Xin wanted!
Because only a few would pass!
Those who passed the national examination would be announced all over the country, and Great Qin would announce them!
At the same time, he was bestowed with a title!
This was similar to the parade of officials in the streets of the Great Tang after passing the Jinshi examination, allowing those who made the list to obtain great glory.
At this time, while countless people were envious, Ying Xin would use the first batch of Hundred Schools of Thought as the foundation to open up schools in various places!
These schools would help Great Qin absorb countless Humble Class disciples!
These people would become the tiniest screw in Great Qin's massive empire!
Great Qin would become more and more powerful because of these incredibly tough screws!
Because in Ying Xin's mind, the plan was far from enough to conquer the current Nine Regions. His goal was to point his sword at the Mediterranean Sea and conquer ancient Egypt!
It would make the sea and land belong to Qin soil!
When Ying Xin slowly told Zhang Liang about this idea and concept, he was completely stunned.
His entire body was trembling!
He could feel what kind of changes this would bring to Great Qin!
This was like giving the strongest army the strongest logistics supplies!
Great Qin would truly be invincible!
Among them, the existence of the Hundred Schools would allow one or more orthodoxies to bloom!
Zhang Liang sucked in a breath of cold air. There were hundreds of schools all over Great Qin and countless students…
If this vision really came true…
He raised his head and looked at Ying Xin's calm expression. For the first time, Zhang Liang truly admired the other party. It was not because of his martial strength, but because of his foresight and breadth of mind!
After a moment of silence, Zhang Liang slowly cupped his hands together and bowed.
"Zifang didn't know that Lord Marquis had such monstrous ambitions. Zifang apologizes for the previous impulsiveness.”
"If Lord Marquis does not abandon me, I am willing to bring the small Sage Manor to help Lord Marquis 'great cause!”
"Zi Fang, please rise." Ying Xin faintly smiled. After which, he supported Zhang Liang with both hands.
Looking at Zhang Liang's respectful expression, he was satisfied. The reason why he spared Zhang Liang's life and hid the news of the Little Saint Manor's surrender was all for this moment!
Ying Xin didn't really care about Zhang Liang's agreement.
But Zhang Liang's Martial Uncle, the current Sage, Xun Zi!
However, he had the influence that Ying Xin valued greatly!
The scholarly faction was a great scholar and a saint, and it had a great relationship with the Legalism faction!
If they could invite Xun Zi to become the leader of the Hundred Schools, it would be like adding a pair of wings to Great Qin!
Soaring into the sky!
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