The reform of the imperial examination system was a major event.
Even though it was only raised by a few scholars, the court was still in a state of unease.
Almost every family and clan stayed up all night, and Concubine Rou stayed in the Inspector Division until midnight.
Hundreds of scholars complained that Concubine Rou was exhausted just listening to the case, not to mention Li Cheng, who was only eleven years old.
Concubine Rou felt sorry for Li Cheng, so she let Li Cheng go to bed early, and listened to the cases of these scholars until late at night.
In fact, she has long been impatient, but after all, this is the first case she has taken over, and it is her first step in supervising Si Liwei. In any case, she has to let Li Cheng handle this matter well. Pave the way for Li Cheng.
So Concubine Rou gritted her teeth, and after listening to the last scholar, she saw that Shang Guanya came up with a confession, and said with a smile: "Niangniang, the confessions of all the people involved in the case have been recorded, please ask Niangniang to instruct."
Concubine Rou looked at Shangguanya, she wanted to replace Shangguanya, after all, she was a girl from the Shangguan family. But now she doesn't have the strength to argue with Shangguanya, and she can't find someone who can replace Shangguanya for the time being. So she smiled and said, "It's getting late, after putting the confession away, go back to sleep first."
Having received Concubine Rou's words, Shangguan Ya saluted and retreated with her. Concubine Rou got up and went back to the carriage. When she sat on the carriage alone, she had the time and strength to reflect on today's events.
In the morning, Cui Yulang came to her and told her about the lawsuit filed by the scholar at the gate of the palace. She wanted to take this opportunity to take over the inspector and make some achievements for Li Cheng and make Li Ming happy.
Li Cheng is still too young now, and Li Ming's health has not been good recently, and she has always been a little uneasy in her heart. Give Li Cheng something as soon as possible. If something happens to Li Ming, she should prepare early.
I just didn't expect it to be such a big trouble, how could she afford such a big restructuring
Cui Yulang this bastard...
Concubine Rou cursed inwardly, she was just about to let Cui Yulang enter the palace tomorrow morning, but before she could speak, the carriage stopped abruptly.
"Niangniang," the driver's voice came from outside, "Well, the second son asks to see you."
When Concubine Rou heard this, she paused, and after a moment of hesitation, she finally nodded: "Let him get on the carriage and talk."
The coachman was talking to the outsiders for a while, and saw a young man in a black robe jump up.
He got into the carriage, first bowed to Concubine Rou, his posture was upright and elegant, and then he took his seat calmly.
"What are you here for?"
Concubine Rou sat in her seat, feeling a little uneasy in her heart.
The other party sat in the carriage furthest away from her, and said slowly: "Today, the lady took over the scholar's case. I don't know who suggested it?"
The other party knew her too well, and she didn't even consider that she came up with it herself.
But how could Concubine Rou recruit Cui Yulang so easily? Even if she has a grudge against Cui Yulang now, it does not mean that she is not prepared for this person. So she brought the tea and laughed lightly: "This is what Ben Gong himself meant, where do I need someone's advice?"
"Oh?" The other party's tone was a little cold, "Is it the maiden who came up with the idea to fight against the noble family? Niangniang, you and His Royal Highness Su have no foundation in the court, and even His Highness Pingle avoided this case. It was designed by someone. Speaking of which, I hope Niangniang will take care of herself."
After the other party finished speaking, he asked people to stop the carriage, then jumped out of the carriage and left in the dark.
Concubine Rou felt angry and cold in her heart, she knew that what this person said was right, but she had no choice. She took the case in front of everyone, and now these scholars must be staring at her and making trouble. Although she was not in the court, and King Su was young, because of her background, there were a lot of people in the Han family who secretly supported King Su.
She came to win the support of the Han people, not to smash the stall. She took the case. If these scholars are not satisfied and make trouble again, Li Cheng's reputation will be ruined to some extent.
Let her close the case...
Where did she get the ability to change the system
Concubine Rou breathed a sigh of relief, wanting herself not to think too much. She advanced to the palace and met Li Ming.
When Concubine Rou returned to the palace, Li Ming was already waiting for her in her palace.
It was the first time for her to come back so late, and it was not interesting for Li Ming to wait for him. He had someone bring tea to him, and he waited in the hall for a while, thinking back to what he and Pei Wenxuan had discussed during the day.
Pei Wenxuan planned these scholars to make trouble.
Although he is young, he has the means to make the words of these scholars all the way to the main hall. Although this is a small matter, there are many joints that need to be opened up.
From the guards outside the palace gate to the guards and eunuchs inside the palace, any problems in the middle will not be reported to the main hall.
But a few days ago, Pei Wenxuan had already discussed it with him.
Pei Wenxuan asked these scholars to sue, and then pretended to have a conflict with him. He took the opportunity to hand over the imperial examination to Pei Wenxuan and let Pei Wenxuan take full control of the matter. After that, Pei Wenxuan went out of the palace and took over these scholars for restructuring. requirements.
The reform of the imperial examination system was something he had been thinking about for many years.
In fact, he didn't want to do it in such a hurry, but since the beginning of this year, his health has not been good, and he always feels that there are many things that he can't do.
He was afraid that King Su would not be able to wait for him.
And Pei Wenxuan happened to hand him the reason for the restructuring at this time. There is an opportunity, there is an executor, even if there is some risk, he has to take it.
Who would have thought that in the end, Concubine Rou came out to take over the case.
So he hurriedly brought Pei Wenxuan over and discussed with Pei Wenxuan for an afternoon.
He privately didn't want Concubine Rou to take this case. He knew the risks involved. For him, Prince Su was a trump card he used to contain Li Chuan. He didn't want Concubine Rou to have an accident and affect Prince Su.
Thinking of this, Li Ming sighed softly. Fulai was pouring tea for Li Ming. Hearing Li Ming's sigh in the trickling water, Fulai couldn't help but ask, "Why is your majesty sighing?"
"Concubine Rou," Li Ming felt helpless, "too stupid."
"This is the end of the matter," Fu Lai put down the teapot and handed the teacup to Li Ming's Handbook, with a bit of regret in the spy's voice, "In any case, Concubine Rou is also sharing the worries of Your Majesty, Your Majesty, please relax."
Listening to Fulai's comfort, Li Ming remained silent.
He and Pei Wenxuan had discussed all afternoon, and the best way to deal with this matter was to let Concubine Rou take the case with peace of mind.
If successful, Concubine Rou will be able to control the supervisory division and pave the way for Li Cheng.
If you lose...
Li Ming's eyes are a little cold, Concubine Rou is a concubine... It's all her fault after all.
Li Ming had already figured out all the escape routes, and after waiting for a long time, he heard the voice of Concubine Rou coming back from outside.
Concubine Rou was still outside the palace gate, listening to Li Ming waiting for her. She was shocked and puzzled. Li Ming was not a good-tempered person. She always accommodated him. This was the first time he had waited for her like this.
Concubine Rou hurriedly entered the hall, then knelt in front of Li Ming and said apologetically, "My concubine was delayed by other affairs today, and I failed to meet Your Majesty in time. I hope Your Majesty will forgive me."
"I know," Li Ming got up and went to help her personally, with a gentle voice, "You've worked hard, how can I blame you?"
Concubine Rou was helped up by Li Ming, and Li Ming took her into the hall: "Have you eaten?"
After being reminded like this, Concubine Rou remembered that she hardly ate anything all day, but Li Ming came over late at night and waited for her for so long. If she had to rush to eat, she was afraid that Li Ming would not like it. She was about to say that she had eaten, but Li Ming had already asked someone to bring the cooked porridge.
"I don't think you've ever eaten it before, so you just made porridge." Li Ming's voice was gentle, he sat down with Concubine Rou, took Concubine Rou's hand, and said softly, "I know you don't like sweets. Porridge, specially made porridge with preserved eggs and lean meat. You haven't eaten anything for a day, and you can't eat anything too hard."
Li Ming takes care of women and is also very attentive. Concubine Rou didn't know what to do, and felt a little sour in her heart.
It seems that she has not been favored by Li Ming for many years. Between her and Li Ming, she used to take care of Li Ming and accommodate Li Ming. After all, Li Ming is the emperor and the foundation of her life.
With so many women, why did Li Ming dote on her? She is now about the same age as Li Ming. In terms of beauty, she is not as good as those young girls, and in terms of family background, she is not as good as a family like Shangguan Yue. She is not good at piano, chess, calligraphy and painting. She can stay with Li Ming for so long, except for her The identity of the poor family, the affection when she was young, the most important thing is that she understands Li Ming.
Her unconditional accommodation and company are what Li Ming needs most in this deep palace.
He has been oppressed by courtiers for too long. The pride of being an emperor makes him extremely sensitive to all disobedience. Any unhappiness in the family is arrogant in his heart, and the so-called character of the women of the family is nothing to him. is disrespectful.
Therefore, her gentleness, obedience, seemingly unconditional dedication, and wholehearted companionship are all things that Li Ming values very much.
Li Ming has been willful with her for so many years, and she almost forgot that she is a woman. Now that Li Ming has coaxed her like this, her eyes are suddenly sore.
Li Ming looked at her with red eyes, and couldn't help but say: "Why is it good, but it seems like you're going to cry?"
Concubine Rou smiled reluctantly. She sniffed and whispered, "I just remember when I was young, Your Majesty treated the concubine well, and felt that the concubine had failed His Majesty all these years."
"How did you fail?" Li Ming shook his head, "You have done a great job. In this court, you are the only one who is willing to share things for me."
Li Ming said, sighed, and seemed to feel guilty: "The matter in the court should not involve your women, but now you have to come and charge for me. How can I be a husband?"
"Your Majesty..."
When Concubine Rou heard the word "husband", she burst into tears. Li Ming laughed and took the person into his arms: "Why are you crying? Don't be afraid," Li Ming reassured her, "I will restore your concubine position tomorrow, and you can let go of the affairs of the supervisor. That is, I have my backing for you."
"I will arrange everything for you, don't worry."
"My concubine understands." Concubine Rou heard Li Ming's promise, most of her heart was relieved.
She suddenly stopped complaining about Cui Yulang.
She remembered what Cui Yulang had persuaded her to say in the daytime: "Niangniang, Your Majesty is your root. No family wants to support a prince of the Han family. For a family based on the blood of the surname, this is a humiliation."
"Only Your Majesty is the only support for the Empress."
Cui Yulang was right.
When Concubine Rou leaned against Li Minghuai, she calmed down.
Regardless of whether there is an imperial examination system, she and the family are not on the same path after all.
Li Ming was the only one she could rely on.