What those in power don’t like, Jia Cong naturally would not join and fail. The sentence "The king is light" in "Mencius" cannot be said to definitely make the emperor hate it. Most of the emperors in the middle and late Ming Dynasty had Hanlin Academy and Zhan Shifu lecturers from childhood taught Confucian theory, governing the country and other knowledge.

Even if some emperors delayed their teaching since childhood, they still had "classic lectures" after they took office. In the lectures, the lecturers could arbitrarily accuse the emperor of being rude. At this time, they were also teaching Confucian theory of governing the country. It can be said that the biggest thing in feudal society is not the emperor, but Confucianism. The emperor himself must follow Confucianism in life and other aspects to set an example.

Although the words of the sub-saint Mencius are in conflict with reality, no one can say that Mencius is wrong. Where Confucianism and reality conflict, emperors and ministers, including Jia Cong himself, will not take this sentence seriously. Some of the eight-legged essays that are taken seriously are not lacking. Since Confucianism is a kind of ruling idea, it is wrong and right. How could they slap themselves in the face?

This time and space inherited the Ming system. Just as there were many shadows of the Ming Dynasty in the Qing Dynasty, Emperor Yongle also taught calligraphy, poetry and calligraphy by lecturers since childhood. He himself was influenced by Confucianism.

When it comes to music books, Jia Cong naturally couldn't help but flatter and praise his ethics. Teacher Qin said that Emperor Yongle's words of flattery were still very touching. Jia Cong shamelessly wrote: "I thought of my emperor's tenth year of Renshen, and the power of heaven was great. He pardoned witch doctors, musicians and other witch doctors, music craftsmen and other craftsmen, and the subordinates were deposed because they violated the intention of our priesthood. Now they will not forgive all the numbers, and they have a deep meaning. Since they use singing and dancing as food, if they pardon them for the people, there is no other way to play musical instruments. Therefore, they will be chaotic and born, illegally selling them privately, and riots in the five cities will arise... Isn't it because they buy a box and return a pearl, because they lose the big ones? This is what it means that our emperor is compassionate with the world, comparable to Yao and Shun, the wise king, and Tang Wen is in the world... Spread the Qing Fragrance of Hengzhi, and the quilts of all ages to cover the world, so as to safeguard the world, and to pacify the world..."

As the flattery words continue, Jia Cong cleverly discussed the real reason why pardoning some untouchables is more beneficial than pardoning all, that is, "you cannot lose all the power of the untouchables, otherwise you will not be able to do your job", which will breed greater disadvantages.

There are two aspects of Jia Cong's political speculation. The first is that he was pardoned by Leji. It is said that Emperor Yongle did it without intention. He followed the order of the empress dowager in order to be filial. Today he took it out and praised it with great detail. He analyzed it carefully and said it in a very reasonable and orderly manner, which would make the emperor feel that "it turns out that I am really destined to be a god."

The second is to consider his preferences. To protect himself first or gain fame and fortune, he must submit to the emperor's preferences. Yan Song and Xu Jie were able to become the chief assistant, so he would write Qing Ci to Jiajing. Including the "iron triangle" that Li Zhi, Jiangdongzhi, and Yang Keli later, they all figured out Wanli's thoughts correctly. Of course, this is just a temporary measure, and speculation cannot protect himself forever.

Jia Cong's approach is not ashamed of the so-called righteous gentlemen.

After writing the subsequent discussion, checking it, and getting up to hand in the paper, Jia Cong saw that he was not the most backward. Yu Guang glanced at the emperor walking down to inspect and added an extra candlestick to Wei Shixuan, who was not far away. Wei Shixuan was flattered. Emperor Yongle waved his hand to stop him. Suddenly, many scholars were excited and secretly vowed to devote their entire life to His Majesty the Emperor.

...

On April 24, eight ministers read the papers equally divided the papers. After one person's nearly 200 copies were reviewed, the ministers began to turn the table and read. Liu Dongsheng picked up Jia Cong's papers: "Old Zhang Ge Lao, Jia Cong is already the winner of the five yuan. If the first ten copies are not included, it is probably unreasonable."

Zhang Fenyi looked through ten thousand words and opinions at a glance, and was displeased. He thought to himself: "This son's inappropriate mind, the Jia family has received the emperor's favor. Although Ningguo Mansion has fallen, Rongguo Mansion has not lost its favor. He has flattered all his words and honors. He is a traitor in the future? He simply dismissed him..."

"It's still a little short of time. Please read it among the hundreds of people in the back." Zhang Fenyi picked up the papers of Fang Wuhui, Huating Wei Shixuan and others in Tongcheng, and put them in the top ten.

Liu Dongsheng hesitated for a moment and smiled and said, "The old master of the cabinet is very busy. The ministers of the department, the ministers of the Ministry and the government (cabinet) often have conflicts. The officials often follow the ticket plan. The assessment of the Censorate of the Censorate... He was also too busy and was dizzy for a moment..."

The implication is that he has the right to manage the Taoist officials of the Department, and the Taoist officials of the Department are often the thugs of the big guys. There are many factions. You help me, I will help you, and mediate each other... Zhang Fenyi said, "Don't worry, I'm done today, and there will be a time to rest."

If it is not included in the first ten pieces, Jia Cong will have no chance with Yijia. Qin Ye coughed dryly and said, "After the officials heard that Wang Tongzhi of the Nine Borders, they once submitted memorials saying that after reading Jia Cong's collection of works, they were quite ashamed. The country was appointed to justice. Wang Tongzhi has been guarding the Nine Borders for many years, and his heroic spirit has shocked Mongolians in the northern desert and the Liaodong Jurchens. He begged the Lord to pay attention to the merits..."

Zhang Fenyi's hand holding the paper stopped, "When is this memorial? Why haven't I heard of it?"

"Just just heard what Liu Bingbi said, he went to the Tongzhengsiwenwen Office...ah..." Qin Ye sighed to the sky: "I am old and I am about to die. When I hear this, I feel that my contribution is scarce and I feel that I am ashamed of the emperor's kindness..."

"Hahaha... Mr. Qin has said too much. Are there still fewer officials in the inner palace? It's a great contribution..." Zhang Fenyi was confused. Since Prince Teng made a memorial and handed over the defense of the Nine Borders to him with the emperor's trust in him, it would be unreasonable. Even if he failed the exam, he was just a matter of one sentence.

There is another thing, Jia Cong once attended the Dai Quan literary meeting and was full of flattery. This flattery really made Zhang Ge Lao dislike. People at that time attached great importance to the opinions of the community. Many people were forced to surrender to the eunuch party, criticize the winners, and intend to separate the votes, which had long been destined to conflicts between the cabinet and the literati. Some cabinet ministers had a good relationship with eunuchs, but Zhang Fenyi did not belong to that category.

"The Minister of Qin taught a good student." Zhang Fenyi quietly won Jia Cong's test. Liu Dongsheng, Qin Ye was secretly relieved, and the other ministers all smiled.

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"Who are there in the first ten?"

"Report to Master Long Sui, Wei Shixuan, Fang Wuhui, Gong Dingci, Wang Yinglin, Jia Cong, Dai Fengxiang..."

"Dai Quan, you read..."

"Yes." Dai Quan took the first place and bent over to the emperor. This person was Fang Wuhui. Zhang Fenyi had high hopes. Unfortunately, Dai Quan hated these Jiangxi literati who looked down on him. He thought, "There is a corps to give horses to the people... Therefore, it is a waste of money and breeds horse thieves. This is a loss..." Dai Quan added another word: "This is a loss of power..."

"It's too unruly! I ordered Taipu Temple to supervise the horses and manage the horses, divide the horses to the people, dismount the horses for the people, and mount the horses for the soldiers. What is the loss of power? This guy is so abominable! I won't take this book!" Emperor Yongle slapped the table and said that Fang Wuhui, one of the three great masters of Jiangzuo, decided the achievements of a eunuch.

When he was reading Jia Cong's paper, Dai Quan suddenly remembered that literary meeting, which really made him feel very proud and he was also sensible.

Such a tiny detail can really determine the eunuch's attitude. When Yan Song was in power, the eunuchs said privately, "George Yan bowed when he saw us"... So Yan Song was stable for decades, while Donglin was severely injured.

Dai Quan knew the most about Emperor Yongle's temper. He knew the emperor's life rules, what he liked and didn't like. When he read the sentences that the emperor did not like, he took the initiative to skip them.

When Emperor Yongle heard the praise, Long Yan was very happy: "Who wrote this article?"

"Rongguo Mansion, Jia Cong. This person is good at paying attention to current affairs and worldly affairs, so he can hit the mark. His theory of river management was once circulated among the ministers and ministers of the Ministry of Science and Technology, and the Guiyou provincial examination case also involved this person..."
Chapter completed!