As soon as Yang Chen finished speaking, the court instantly fell silent.
Everyone was at a loss. Reforming the imperial examinations?
Xu Zhaozong and the others were shocked.
Wu Ling's expression was calm." How?”
Yang Chen smiled and took out the memorial." The measures regarding the imperial examinations have been detailed in this memorial. Your Majesty, please review them…"
Shangguan Wan 'er walked over and picked up the memorial in his hand before handing it to Wu Ling.
Wu Ling took it and casually glanced at it. The measures that Yang Chen had described to her that day were basically all displayed on it, and there were many more details. Wu Ling nodded repeatedly.
"Yang Qing, why don't you explain it to me in detail..." Wu Ling said with a smile.
Of course, the rest of the officials did not know that the two of them were playing a double act. At this moment, they looked at Yang Chen with some seriousness.
The imperial examinations would probably have a huge impact!
Yang Chen smiled." I believe that the current imperial examinations are already perfect, but there are still areas that can be improved. Just like the first point I wrote in the memorial, the copying system!”
The surrounding officials were confused, not understanding what Yang Chen meant.
"Just copy this name." Yang Chen explained.
The expressions of these officials gradually changed.
There was no doubt that most of the officials in the royal court were from aristocratic families.
After Wu Ling ascended the throne, it was impossible for him to kill all the officials of the previous dynasty.
After all, a huge country needed people to govern it.
Although the imperial examination system could also draw some talents from the poor children, it was extremely difficult to reverse this situation.
As for Wu Ling, he could only try to rope them in and divide them to balance the power of the great clans.
At this moment, after everyone heard Yang Chen's measures, their hearts immediately surged.
"Other than that, there is also the establishment of the court examination…" Yang Chen spoke with confidence and assurance, recounting the measures regarding the imperial examinations once again. His words were naturally meant for these courtiers to hear.
After a while.
"Your Majesty is wise. These are some of my humble opinions…" Yang Chen cupped his hands.
The hall was silent.
Everyone could almost hear their own breathing.
Wu Ling's beautiful face revealed a smile," I think the Yang Family's actions are not bad. What do you think?”
Everyone looked at each other. What did they think?
Of course, they didn't think it was good!
The children of the great clans were going to take the imperial examination. Their status was obvious, and the examiners would definitely give priority to the children of the great clans.
Although the aristocratic families themselves were not united, their attitudes on this issue were quite consistent.
After a while.
One of them stood up and cupped his hands." Your Majesty, I think that although Censor Yang's move is feasible, it will inevitably make the imperial examination more complicated. Moreover, why do we need this martial arts examination?"
This person was the Minister of Personnel Affairs, Wang Yuan!
As an official from an aristocratic family, he naturally did not want Yang Chen's move to pass.
Anyone with discerning eyes could see that these measures were firmly strangling the necks of the aristocratic families.
Yang Chen smiled and said," Minister Wang's words are absurd. The imperial examinations are the foundation of a country. No matter how much manpower and material resources are spent, it should be done. After all, talent is the foundation of governing the country. As for the military examinations, it is even more necessary. Our Great Zhou has the selection of civil officials, so we should also have the selection of military officials. Otherwise, how can we talk about fairness?”
"That's right! I agree with Censor Yang's suggestion." A rough voice sounded.
Yang Chen looked towards the source of the voice and saw that it was a general. This person had a burly figure, a determined expression, bright eyes, and an awe-inspiring aura.
"Yes. Left Military Guard General Li Sheng." The surrounding officials whispered.
Yang Chen was not surprised. After all, this Martial Arts Examination was a good thing for martial artists. It could also raise the status of military officials.
The Minister of Rites, Xu Zhaozong, remained silent. He had been in the imperial court for many years and had experienced two dynasties. He was already a wily old fox. He keenly sensed that Yang Chen's proposal for the imperial examination was probably premeditated. The empress didn't seem surprised at all!
At this time, he naturally would not choose to stand out.
Wu Ling looked at Wang Yuan indifferently." Minister Wang, your words are inappropriate. The imperial examination is a national affair, how can it be a child's play? I thought that Censor Yang's measures could almost perfect the imperial examination. Since it is to select talents for the country, of course we must pursue perfection. What do you think, Minister Wang?”
Her cold gaze made Wang Yuan sweat profusely.
As the empress of a generation, Wu Ling had always been cold and ruthless.
Only Yang Chen was an exception. This was also the reason why Shangguan Wan 'er was rather surprised.
Wan Yuan smiled bitterly." I have no objections…"
The rest of the officials looked at each other. They really couldn't find any good reason to oppose Yang Chen's suggestion.
After all, Yang Chen's reason for reforming the imperial examinations was extremely legitimate. No one could say anything bad about it.
Although everyone was extremely unwilling, they could only remain silent at this moment.
Wu Ling's phoenix eyes were filled with dignity. Her gaze was cold and her beautiful face was filled with coldness. She was like a high and mighty goddess.
"Since that's the case, then we'll follow Yang Qing's family's words and reform the imperial examinations! This year's imperial examination was about to begin, so this imperial examination was a trial! Yang Qing's house. You will be in charge of the imperial examinations."
"Uh..." Yang Chen was stunned. However, he reacted quickly and cupped his hands." Yes, Your Majesty…"
Many officials had solemn expressions. However, they were also quite powerless. Wu Ling's unyielding attitude had already been revealed without a doubt. If it was any other matter, they could still find a reason to refute it. However, this Imperial Examination reform…They really couldn't think of any good reason to stop it.
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