The Ming Dynasty's Spokesperson

The final result of the lottery was that Chen Yunjian was drawn into the Ministry of Personnel and received a ticket to the Ministry of Personnel.

Although I don’t know what Lin Tailai will do, just wait and see. After all, Lin Tailai’s political credibility is well-known.

Shen Jue, who missed the official position, sighed regretfully. This is fate. He can only blame God if he has no one to blame.

After sending the two principals away, Lin Tailai sat in the hall and began to conceive of "Self-defense for the Reform of Official Evaluation Methods".

It is very reasonable to write memorials about the work of the Ministry of Officials in the Judicial Hall of the Ministry of Rites.

The above memorial is a straightforward narrative, objectively explaining the methods and measures of reform without any personal touches.

This memorial will conduct a self-analysis of the character's motivations and explain to the emperor why he proposed to restore the examination method.

"Since I entered the court, I have seen that the atmosphere among officials is loose. Many officials do not want to do their jobs sincerely and like to argue in order to gain fame.

Therefore, the previous petition requested the reinstatement of the examination method, with the intention of clarifying and strengthening the goals and responsibilities of each yamen, and urging all officials to be more attentive and practical.

This will put an end to the phenomenon of being full of food all day long, idle, and getting promoted by relying on one or two good testimonials.

He did not want to avoid empty talk that would harm the country and advocated hard work to rejuvenate the country, but he was attacked by a group of people and asked the emperor to make the decision. "

Reading comprehension standard answer: Some officials and ministers are too idle, so they repeatedly besiege the emperor. In order to consume their energy, the emperor, you have to keep them busy!

There are two channels for ministers to submit memorials. One is to send someone to send the memorial to the General Affairs Department, who will summarize it in a unified manner.

Then it was sent by the Secretary of General Affairs to Huiji Gate, also known as Lao Zuoshun Gate, where the eunuchs of the Clerk's Office of the Bureau of Ceremonies received the memorials.

Another channel is for the minister to enter the inner court in person, go to Huiji Gate in person, and submit the memorial directly to the eunuch in the clerk's room of the Supervisor of Ceremonies on duty.

Lin Tailai chose the second method and registered at the right gate of Chang'an early the next morning, then entered the inner court and came to Huiji Gate.

Unexpectedly, I met an old acquaintance here. The eunuch on duty turned out to be Eunuch Sun Yongsun, the young eunuch in the clerk's room of the Supervisor of Ceremonies.

Lin Tailai asked casually: "Isn't this Eunuch Sun, the admiral of the twenty sects inside and outside the capital? Did you change the admiral to the Ji sect?"

Eunuch Sun replied humbly: "I'm just helping Bingbi's grandfathers."

Lin Tailai threw the notebook in his hand to Eunuch Sun and said, "This is my self-defense."

Eunuch Sun glanced at the cover and said in surprise: "Isn't it a matter of the Ministry of Personnel? How can I use the Notes of the Ministry of Rites?"

Lin Tailai explained: "Don't worry about these details! I have too many part-time departments, and I was overwhelmed at the time."

Eunuch Sun is doing errands here, so of course he knows some tricks.

The memorials sent uniformly by the General Affairs Department are generally "bulk goods" and are just processed parts of the Ming Dynasty's official document process.

The memorials that the minister took the trouble to personally go to Huiji Gate to deliver were mostly full of "private goods" and were the focus of attention.

After going through the process of the cabinet and the Supervisor of Ceremonies, the memorials that are focused on will be sent to the emperor.

Today among the eunuchs in the Supervisor of Ceremonies, Zhang Cheng went to the construction site of the imperial mausoleum, Sun Xian was in Dongchang, and Tian Yi was ill, so Chen Ju was responsible for submitting the memorial to the emperor and communicating with him.

At this time, Emperor Wanli was leaning on the soft couch, hugging a pretty little palace maid who came from nowhere, and enjoying feeding her.

Maybe he was a little drunk. After chewing a few mouthfuls of preserved fruit, the dizzy Emperor Wanli waved his hand and said:

"This book is very well written! Every time he becomes a minister, he should promote this spirit of diligence and pragmatism!

We should talk less about principles, do more practical things, and don’t sit around and make noises after eating all day long! "

Chen Ju: "."

It seems that the contents of Lin Tailai's memorial hit the emperor's brain waves again.

Although on the surface, the memorial did not mention the struggle over the country's foundation, nor did it mention the phenomenon that the emperor was often given remonstrances, it nevertheless successfully aroused the emperor's sympathy.

Because in the emperor's mind, the subjective association was probably: Lin Tailai believed that the reason why so many people came forward one after another to give advice was because these people were too idle and energetic, so they had to use the examination method to keep everyone busy. stand up.

Unexpectedly, Lin Tailai suffered a lot of criticism for such a little idea of ​​"sharing the worries for the emperor", and the emperor really felt for this.

Therefore, Chen Ju once again intuitively felt Lin Tailai's excellent ability to guide the emperor's thinking, and asked: "How to approve it?"

Emperor Wanli ordered: "Together with the previous memorials, they have been approved together!"

Of course, it was not just one thing that came to bother the emperor. Chen Ju also reported several other important matters one by one, and Emperor Wanli gave specific instructions.

The daily government communication between the ceremonial eunuchs and the emperor was roughly like this.

During the Tianqi period in history, it is said that when the nine-thousand-year-old Wei Zhongxian was in power, he often went to make trouble while the emperor was doing carpentry. Every time the emperor was in high spirits, he would impatiently say, "You can do whatever you want."

Although Emperor Wanli was also lazy, he was better than Tianqi's grandson. At least he could personally listen to reports and give instructions on important matters.

After receiving the imperial edict, Chen Ju went to the cabinet to convey it, and asked the academicians to draft the edict and follow the procedures according to the emperor's opinions.

When Shen Shoufu heard that the emperor had approved Lin Tailai's "Reform of Official Assessment Methods", he was also surprised.

The three things that the new official did when he took office, in the eyes of the chief minister, were like a prank to increase his presence, but they actually came true.

Shen Shoufu further confirmed: "After the emperor read Lin Tailai's "Self-defense", he approved the previous "Reform"?"

Chen Ju nodded, that was the situation.

Shen Shoufu then looked at Chen Ju meaningfully, "You were the one who helped me speak in front of the emperor, right?"

Eunuch Chen: "???"

He and Lin Tailai had no friendship, so what could he say for Lin Tailai? Is there something wrong?

"I understand, I understand, let's stop talking!" Shen Shoufu promptly withdrew the topic.

You, Eunuch Chen, are still pretending to be like this. Lin Tailai has already leaked his secrets, saying that he and you are secretly colluding.

The cabinet drafts the edict, then seals it, then sends it to the six departments of the Civil Service Department for review and record keeping, and finally sends it to the Civil Service Examination Department.

The various government officials who received the news were speechless. When Lin Tai came to the "Reform Shu" earlier, the emperor's attitude seemed to be relatively neutral, and he issued it to the courtiers for discussion.

Why did the emperor approve Lin Tailai after being criticized dozens of times?

Lin Tailai can only say that times have changed!

When Zhang Juzheng was liquidated six years ago, the emperor needed leniency, but now the emperor only feels that the courtiers are too noisy.

When the imperial edict arrived at the Gongfu Examination Department, Lin Tailai immediately summoned Yu Zhan, the Yuanwailang, Zhao Nanxing, the chief officer, and Jiang Shixin, the chief officer.

"We will hold a small meeting today to convey and learn the latest decree." Lin Tailai said, "The petition regarding the reform of the assessment method has been approved by the emperor."

The other three people looked at each other, feeling equally unbelievable. At the same time, their moods were a bit complicated.

Lin Tailai, the enemy in the camp, got things done, which was certainly a bit unpleasant.

But the power of the examination department has been expanded, and they seem to be able to benefit. Lin Tailai, the bastard, will not take advantage of it!

Lin Tailai, who was sitting at the top, sneered secretly in his heart, what good things are you three thinking?

Then he continued: "In order to better implement the emperor's will, I plan to set up an assessment method reform group within our department to be responsible for standardizing the language test, restoring the examination method and other matters.

I will serve as the team leader, and then I will select an official as the deputy team leader, and then select eight officials as team members. "

The other three people thought that although this reform group seemed to be suspected of setting up a new mountain, as long as it was still within the framework of the merit examination department, they could not get around the three of them.

Then the deputy leader of the reform team, doesn't he have to choose one from the three of them?

When he said this, Lin Tailai stopped talking about the reform group and suddenly turned to Zhao Nanxing.

And he said: "Earlier I asked you to petition for the reinstatement of the examination law, but you refused over and over again, and publicly opposed the reinstatement of the examination law many times.

Now that the decree of approval has been issued, do you want to write a memorial and continue to express your firm opposition? "

Zhao Nanxing closed his mouth tightly and said nothing. Isn’t it stupid if Shangshu still firmly opposes it now?

Besides, were you against the reinstatement of the entrance examination method? That's against you Lin Tailai!

Lin Tailai said seriously: "In the next at least six months, the reform of assessment methods will become the main task of the Merit Examination Department!

Zhao Nanxing has publicly opposed the reform many times before and expressed his opposition on different occasions. He is no longer suitable to continue working in the Merit Examination Department.

I will suggest to the court that Zhao Nanxing be transferred from the Gongfu Examination Department and find another suitable position. "

Damn it! Zhao Nanxing finally understood why he always felt something was wrong before! It turns out there is a big hole here!

When Lin Tailai repeatedly urged him to petition for reinstatement of the examination method, he was definitely not willing to jump into the trap.

Since you don’t want to jump into the pit, you must oppose it, and do it more than once.

I thought that the matter would just go away, and I was complacent that I didn't fall into the trap, but I didn't expect that my original objection would also become my fault!

Who would have thought at that time that Lin Tailai would resume the examination method so easily?

We can no longer remain silent! Zhao Nanxing immediately argued: "When I opposed the reinstatement of the examination law, there was no decree yet!"

Lin Tailai responded: "That is enough to show that your ideological understanding is not deep enough and you are completely unable to keep up with the new situation. You are indeed not suitable to work in the Examination Department, which is striving for reform."

Zhao Nanxing shouted emotionally: "I am an official of the imperial court, how can I allow you, Lin Tailai, to transfer without permission!"

Lin Tailai sighed and said seriously: "Old Zhao, think about it rationally, is it really good to stay in the Gongfu Examination Department?

You and I hate each other. As my subordinate, you must be feeling very uncomfortable every day, right? Why bother?

Besides, I will definitely not say anything good about you in terms of evaluation. As long as I am still blocking the examination, it will be difficult for you to get promoted.

Don't you want to resume your official position at the level of a fifth-grade Yuanwai Lang as soon as possible? "

Zhao Nanxing was silent. Although Lin Tailai's words were hard to hear, he meant every word in his heart.

Lin Tailai struck while the iron was hot and patiently advised: "So, instead of fighting to the end, we might as well change the track.

There are all your colleagues in the Literature and Selection Department. If you go to other positions with the same colleagues, you will have the opportunity to be promoted. It is better than struggling in the Merit Examination Department.

Don't worry, I will definitely not set up any obstacles for this transfer. I guarantee that you will not lower your status and will still be within the six departments.

We will never send you to other places to work as general judges, tongzhi, or other low-end monasteries or prisons.

Don’t you understand my reputation in officialdom, Lin Tailai? When did you go back on something you promised? "

Lin Tailai's words were so reasonable, and every sentence was considering Zhao Nanxing's future.

Finally, Zhao Nanxing sighed and agreed. He was really scared and didn't want to be Lin Tailai's subordinate.

Lin Tailai smiled amiably and said, "It's OK if you figure it out. I will petition the court to transfer you to another position in the name of strengthening the reform of the official assessment method."

This may be the first time in Lin Tailai's life that he was so kind to Zhao Nanxing.

Two days later, the petition for the transfer of Zhao Nanxing, the head of the Examination Department, was approved, and the decree was sent to the Selection Department.

Chen Younian, the doctor of the Selection Department, invited Zhao Nanxing to come over for an organizational talk.

"Where was I transferred to?" Zhao Nanxing asked.

Chen Younian looked desolate, as if he was mourning the death of a rabbit, and replied in a barely perceptible voice: "Ministry of Rites."

Zhao Nanxing, who had already come to terms with it, was relaxed and said with a smile: "The Ministry of Rites is not bad either, with less work, quick promotions, high rank, and many colleagues there, so it's a good place to go.

Speaking of which, Lin Tailai really kept his word and didn't request to transfer me to other places or those messy government offices."

Simply in terms of prestige, the Ministry of Rites is second only to the Ministry of Personnel among the six ministries, so this arrangement is good enough.

Chen Younian added: "Ministry of Rites, the Ministry of Guests, swap with Chen Yunjian, the head of the Ministry of Guests.

You go there, Chen Yunjian goes to the Ministry of Examinations as the head, and also serves as the deputy head of the reform team."

Zhao Nanxing's smile gradually froze, and his eyes widened

Ministry of Guests? The Ministry of Guests where Lin Tailai worked part-time as a doctor?

In the Ministry of Personnel, his immediate superior was Lin Tailai; to avoid Lin Tailai, he was transferred to the Ministry of Rites, where his immediate superior was still Lin Tailai!

Wouldn't that mean that the transfer was in vain? He also lost the power of the Ministry of Personnel!

"Can't I submit a petition and change my position?" Zhao Nanxing asked with a nearly collapsed look, holding on to the last hope.

Chen Younian said helplessly: "You also know the cost, consequences and risks of submitting a petition, but what reason do you have to submit a petition for you this time?

First of all, it is you who are willing to transfer, which is difficult to distinguish for you;

Secondly, the Ministry of Rites is not bad, and it is not treated unfairly on the surface, so there is no reason to disobey the order. If you forcibly disobey the order, it would be like making trouble for no reason."

Damn it! Zhao Nanxing felt that his meridians and blood vessels were about to explode, and his head was about to explode!

Without saying a word, he turned around and ran out of the Wenxuan Department and the Ministry of Personnel.

Looking around, he found that a large number of Lin Mansion servants were wandering on the Imperial Street outside the Dengying Gate of the Hanlin Academy.

It can be concluded that Lin Tailai is in the Hanlin Academy, so Zhao Nanxing, who is already furious, rushes to the gate of the Hanlin Academy!

Before the gatekeeper of the Hanlin Academy can say anything, the alert servants of the Lin Mansion have already held Zhao Nanxing down.

"Lin Tailai! Come out! Get out!" Zhao Nanxing shouted at the top of his lungs!

Dong Qichang, who came to the Zhuangyuan Hall for tea, asked Lin Tailai: "It seems that someone is calling you outside the gate. I heard it when I passed by just now."

Lin Tailai sighed: "It's not easy for us department heads to do it. There are always some immature subordinates who will ignore the hierarchy and shout when they are dissatisfied.

But we can't fire him, so we can only ignore him."

Dong Qichang said in surprise: "Why do I feel that you are a little guilty? Otherwise, you would have been beaten out a long time ago, why are you hiding and not going out."

Lin Tailai sighed again: "That shows that I am not mature enough, and I can't turn a blind eye and keep my face unchanged."