12dz Chapter 321 The Little Nun 49
Chapter 321 The Little Nun 49
“When people are idle, trouble will break out,” Ling Yi said quietly. Under Master Xu’s apprehensive gaze, she added unhurriedly, “In that case, let’s all go back to studying.”
Master Xu: "?"
What kind of routine is this?
"Read it carefully, read it thoroughly!" Ling Yi smiled, revealing her snow-white teeth: "Understand the outline of government affairs, and then you will be granted a substantive post."
As Master Xu knew, the summary of government affairs was compiled by Ling Yi amidst her busy schedule. It contained various methods for handling government affairs, tricks used by subordinates to deceive people, and methods for calculating various data.
She summarized all the shady dealings in officialdom in several books.
At the time, Master Xu didn't understand why she was doing all this, but now it seems...
It was premeditated.
In an instant, he even began to sympathize with those generals who were secretly plotting trouble.
Few of them were willing to study.
He paused slightly, then asked in a low voice, "What if I don't pass?"
“Those who excel will be promoted, those who are qualified will not be punished, and those who are unqualified…” Ling Yi slapped her riding whip twice in her hand, her eyes lighting up: “Let their children and uncles come to class, and then teach them.”
“If the fathers are consistently unqualified, the children will never be able to inherit a title or become officials.”
Upon hearing this, Xue Zhen whispered a reminder to Ling Yi: "Some people only have one daughter."
Ling Yi smiled and said, "How could I forget this? A female official is an official too..."
“But if you’re still worried, then let’s add another one.” She stabbed Xu Fuzi in the heart, which was already riddled with wounds, once again: “If the child can’t be taught, let the wife teach him. If she does, she’ll be granted a first-class imperial title!”
Master Xu's lips twitched: "Are these really okay?"
The ethical relationships between husband and wife, father and son have been established since ancient times. Ling Yi's actions now are likely to provoke a backlash from the generals.
Xue Zhen: "If you don't like your wife and kids teaching you, I can teach you!"
He just happened to be free!
"If you have any complaints, feel free to come to me!"
When Master Xu heard the King of Yan add those words from behind, he slapped the horse's rump so hard it hurt, and the horse jumped up and down several times in displeasure.
rear……
"What? The general has actually agreed to such an absurd thing?"
"How can a son teach his father? If the relationship between teacher and student is like that of father and son, what would we be then?"
"Like father and son in a trance," a general muttered quietly.
Not having kids means you can be this carefree...
Master Xu glanced at him sideways and said indifferently, "If you have no son, then let your wife teach him. Once she has taught him, I will promote her to a higher rank."
The man shut up instantly.
His wife was also a general, holding the same rank as him. When they were being promoted, she was given an additional imperial title. How could they possibly live like that?
He'll be lucky to get hung up and beaten!
"No, how can we let the rebels do whatever that woman says? I need to see the general!"
Two voices fell silent, and then another voice rose.
Master Xu said without even raising his eyelids, "The general said that if no one else can teach a student, then send him to learn. He guarantees to be a good teacher."
What kind of good man?
Is he a good teacher who can kill three bad students with a single spear?
Under the suppression of force, everyone fell silent.
Seeing this, Master Xu softened his tone: "Think about it, as long as you can understand those books, you will be able to get a real position."
"This is unprecedented in all dynasties. General Ling has already shown you enough favoritism."
When conquering a country, generals are needed to charge ahead, but once the country is stable, generals need to step back.
Although he enjoyed all the riches and honors, he probably didn't get involved in many court affairs.
Let alone the garrison commanders and border troops, how many people could they possibly fit in? Most of them just stayed at home indulging in pleasure and decadence, which is why the nobles became corrupt so quickly after the dynasty was established.
Is this simply because the emperor wanted to discard the generals after they had served their purpose and didn't want to give them a chance to showcase their talents?
Isn't it more that the generals were simply incapable of taking on the responsibility of handling government affairs in the imperial court?
These roughnecks are far more skilled at wielding knives than at writing, yet the imperial court is precisely not the place to wield a knife.
If differing political views necessitate physical solutions to political enemies, how can the imperial court possibly function properly?
Therefore, Master Xu felt that although Ling Yi's teaching method was somewhat unconventional, it was still a good approach.
He also didn't want his old brothers to decay and dalliance with their concubines in the mansion from now on.
Why not take the opportunity to demonstrate your abilities in the imperial court?
He coldly swept his gaze over the several female generals who also disliked reading: "Didn't I say you were the ones?"
"General Ling said that if you can't read the books, he will send two nannies to teach you embroidery!"
Under the instantly pale gazes of the female generals, Master Xu stroked his beard with satisfaction. Although General Ling's methods were insidious, they really hit the nail on the head and were very effective.
With Ling Yi's ultimatum, the rest of the march became eerily quiet.
The sight of generals, who didn't want to lose face in front of their wives and children and who didn't want to do embroidery, working together on horseback became a rare pastime along the way.
The strategists and clerks, who were thoroughly exasperated by their way of doing things, would always make a few sarcastic remarks when passing by them: "How's your studying going? Are there any words you don't recognize? Have you asked your wife and children how to read them?"
What followed was a chaotic chase and fight.
When the troops returned to the rebel camp, the generals, who were deeply troubled by their studies, were listless and looked even worse than if they had suffered a defeat.
But what does this have to do with Ling Yi, who only came up with an idea?
If she doesn't want to be an official, she doesn't have to study. She's going to find her teacher.
She never forgot the original owner's wish: to bring her master and fellow disciples home.
The number of people in the labor camp has decreased significantly, with many having been sent back to their hometowns.
It's still early, and we can still catch up with spring planting.
The new dynasty was established, and taxes were waived for three years.
This time is enough for them to catch their breath after being overwhelmed by life.
"Master!" When Ling Yi excitedly lifted the tent flap, besides her master and a few junior sisters, she also saw several familiar faces.
She rummaged through her hazy memories and hesitated before asking, "Are you... Granny Han's family?"
Upon hearing Ling Yi's words, the group nodded hurriedly, "Yes, yes, it's us!"
"The nun found us before the New Year and said we would travel together on our way home!" The woman tried her best to remain calm, but her shifty eyes betrayed her nervousness.
The appearance of her younger siblings and children behind her was even worse; they were practically curled up into a ball.
This was the instinctive fear that ordinary people had of officials in this era. Ling Yi couldn't do anything about it; she couldn't very well ask her to take off her armor.
To undress in public is considered immoral and offensive.