You have to study hard for many years and participate in the imperial examinations. You have to compete with the world's students. The chance of winning is too low. Even if you are on the list, you can only start with a small official of the sixth and seventh rank, which is not as glorious as your own title. Therefore, there are not many noble children who choose this path. % Chinese % Novels

It is also very hard to learn martial arts, but you can make up your numbers. As long as you follow the right general, it is easy to make a few military achievements. When the Chu is strong, the risk of making merits in the army is not very high. Most of the nobles' children go to the army to exercise just after they are over ten years old, playing and waiting to receive their merits.

There are also some people, as legitimate sons and grandsons, who have been waiting for the inheritance of the ancestors from the date of birth, are not interested in literature and martial arts, and can hide if they can, read and write, and ride horses, even if they are done.

Han Ruzi had joined the army as a Juehou, and during his first tour, the children of nobles who saw him were still determined to make contributions. However, he was born at the wrong time and caught the weakening of the Chu power, but the enemy suddenly became stronger. Although many people made contributions, there were heavy casualties. For many families, this was a huge loss that they could not afford.

The "Son Army" dug out those young men who were not interested in making contributions and went to the Shattered Iron City outside the Great Wall. There were no servants around him, and they were just ordinary soldiers. They had to do everything themselves, such as nailing wooden stakes, setting up tents, feeding horses, and cooking.

They were looking forward to their father and brother's rescue, but they did not dare to slow down. The march had been reported to the emperor. After receiving this special army, they had to deliver official documents to the Ministry of War to explain the details. By comparing the two, they could know whether the march was on time.

Han Ruzi stayed in place and ordered the Nan and Northern Army to set up checkpoints on various official roads. Whenever he met a pedestrian who looked like a slave, he would ask about his origin. Anyone who wanted to follow his master would be persuaded to retreat.

The reaction in the city was not that fast. No one came to plead with the emperor on the first afternoon and throughout the evening.

Nothing the next day either.

In fact, ministers and noble families cannot plead for mercy. When the emperor forgives his impersonation a few days ago, he once "puts on his heart" to them. They all promised faithfully that they would never drag the emperor and the court. As a prominent person, they should set an example and be willing to go through fire and water for the emperor.

I was too full to say that I couldn't turn it around again.

If the emperor is ready to fight back, he can't even hold on to a marching. Why should he go through fire and water for the emperor? Unfortunately, he didn't have the chance to say this.

On the third day, the 1,000 Southern Army and 1,000 Northern Army set off with the trip. The trip was the same as the "Children's Army", and the speed was slightly faster. They would arrive at Shaticheng on the same day to show another military appearance, and also supervise the "Children's Army".

Both marches were very sudden and were also a test for all parts of the way. Han Ruzi chose Shattered Iron City as the end point. There were often troops traveling in the capital, Shenxiong Pass, Shattered Iron City, and there was also a Mancang City with abundant food and grass in the middle. The county was skillful in supply and the pressure was minimal.

No one has come to plead, but Han Ruzi was a little disappointed. On the fourth day, he drove back to the city under the escort of the One Thousand Guards. Outside the city, he finally welcomed an "opponent".

The prime minister stated that he was about to retire. Before handing over the seal, he also wanted to "put his heart on" the emperor.

Chen Mingzhi wrote a letter to beg for bones twice half a month ago, and the emperor returned them all, and encouraged him in the approval.

The prime minister and the emperor are tacit about retirement, but the procedures that should be taken cannot be omitted. The prime minister must write at least three times, or even five times, or seven times before the emperor can accept it. The entire process usually lasts for two or three months.

Zhao Ruosu explained the need for this move to the emperor, "After the emperor's words and deeds spread throughout the world, they will be magnified ten times or a hundred times. If Your Majesty immediately agrees to the prime minister to retire, it is tantamount to convicting him. The prime minister either commits suicide to apologize or returns home in fear. No official dares to approach, and the whole family will be implicated."

Han Ruzi didn't admire the prime minister very much, but he was not as fast as he wanted to get rid of it. He hoped to declare his will to retire normally and return to his hometown to enjoy his old age, so he had to abide by the rules and push back and forth.

Shun Mingzhi is a wise man. This time he went out of the city to welcome the emperor, which was also the third time he had become old because of illness.

A colorful shed has been set up outside the city gate. The emperor will meet the ministers here, drink a glass of wine to wash the dust, and then enter the city. The rules are so that the practice can be compatible. The emperor does not have to come forward in person, but let the eunuch do it on his behalf.

Before entering the city, Han Ruzi was more willing to ride a horse. At this time, she stopped on a small hill with no followers around her. The mountain was covered with many guards. Shen Mingzhi rode his horse alone and carefully controlled the reins.

When Han Ruzi saw that Shen Mingzhi was about to quit, she waved her hand, "No need to be polite, the prime minister invites you."

It is an honor to be able to talk with the emperor side by side. He came over with fear and fear, and did not let his horse surpass the emperor's head. He was used to sitting in a sedan chair, and his hands and feet were a little nervous.

Han Ruzi looked at the towering city walls several miles away and asked, "If the city walls are so strong and thick and the river pools are so deep and wide, can the capital be the best in the world?"

"Of course, the capital took decades to be fully built, and the efforts of the three emperors of the Great Chu Dynasty were all done."

"If the prime minister attacked the city, what method would he use?"

Shin Mingzhi was startled and almost rolled down from his horse. His face suddenly changed, "Your Majesty... Why did Your Majesty say this?"

Han Ruzi smiled and said, "Don't be surprised, the so-called "knowing the enemy and the one who knows the enemy will never be defeated in a hundred battles. Think about how to break through the capital, which is both aware of the enemy and a confidant."

Shen Mingzhi originally wanted to say that no enemy could attack the capital of Dachu, but he swallowed the words back to his mouth, and instead said, "It is better to attack people than to attack the city. The city is high and the pool is deep, and it is not easy to break it. It is better to let the people in the city voluntarily and consciously open the city gate."

"The prime minister has great opinions." This is exactly the answer Han Ruzi wanted to hear.

Shun Mingzhi is a smart person and understands that the nobles cannot turn around and return to the capital in advance. They are the "loopholes" that the emperor is repairing.

"Your Majesty praised you. The old minister has been practicing literature throughout his life and does not know much about siege in the city and field battles. However, the old minister has a saying, please pay attention to it."

Han Ruzi looked at Shen Mingzhi, "Prime Minister, please tell me."

"Building a city will take decades, and building people's hearts will take longer."

"No matter how long it takes, you have to do it. I don't want to achieve it quickly. I'm the initiator."

Shi Mingzhi felt tired. The young emperor was even more difficult to deal with than the Emperor of Martial Arts. He sighed and said, "Your Majesty is galloping in front, but the old minister is already dull and can't keep up. Your Majesty..."

"I'll talk about this matter back to the city." Han Ruzi didn't want to discuss resignation with the prime minister in person, and would rather communicate with memorials according to the rules.

"Yes, Your Majesty." Shi Mingzhi hesitated and said, "Can the old minister comment on how many people you have for Your Majesty?"

The person who the prime minister wants to comment is of course the prime minister's candidate. Han Ruzi nodded, "Prime Minister, please tell me."

"Feng Ju, the left censor and the Minister of Personnel, both serve as the position of governing officials. The two overlap and have too much power and cannot last for a long time."

"Well, this situation will adjust soon."

"Feng Ju was also an old minister for several dynasties. Emperor Wu once praised him for his 'prime talent'. The old minister thought this was the case, but Feng Ju was an official for too long. Like the old minister, he had more than his achievements and lacked progress. I am afraid he would not be able to catch up with His Majesty's pace."

If the prime minister and the emperor cannot be synchronized, it will naturally not last long.

Han Ruzi did not respond. He was still hesitating about the future prime minister's choice. This was one of the reasons why he was not in a hurry to accept the declaration of his resignation.

Shin Mingzhi continued: "The Imperial College Priest, and His Majesty's teacher Qu Zixi is famous. All scholars all over the world think he has the 'prime talent'."

From the moment Qu Zixi was appointed as the imperial teacher, experienced ministers had already understood that the emperor would reuse this person sooner or later.

"What do the Prime Minister think?" Han Ruzi asked.

Shin Mingzhi replied: "The old minister thinks that being too famous is a kind of drag. Is Qu Zixi able to govern officials, transform the people, defend against enemies, and treat scholars equally? His disciples are spread all over the world and will surely become a powerful force in a few years."

Shi Mingzhi can only say this, and it is like slandering it.

Han Ruzi nodded, not saying anything.

Shin Mingzhi continued: "The county magistrate Zhuo Ruhe was the assistant minister of Emperor Huan when he was the crown prince. He served in the six ministries and was also a person with the 'prime talent'. However, he was very few to adapt. Your Majesty can trust him, but it is difficult to expect him to solve his problems."

"Didn't Zhuo Ruhe do a good job in Yunmengze?" Han Ruzi didn't agree with Shen Mingzhi's evaluation.

Shi Mingzhi grabbed the reins and tried to make his horse take two steps back. "In Yunmengze, he was ordered to do things, and everything he did was planned in advance. Zhuo Ruhe was just right. However, the job of the prime minister was to make plans, not to implement them, not director Zhuo Ruhe."

Han Ruzi was silent. Zhuo Ruhe had the opportunity to lead the Chu army outside the Great Wall to rescue him, but he only brought a few Chu troops into the pass, which was captured by the Huns. His loyalty to the emperor was a good example. His ability was indeed a little lacking in the overall situation.

"Is there any more?" Han Ruzi asked, Shen Mingzhi had not spoken for a while.

Shin Mingzhi shook his head, "Your Majesty will never find a prime minister who suits you."

Han Ruzi thought that he was sarcastic about sarcasm for a moment, and then woke up and smiled and said, "I will never be the emperor who suits my wishes. Don't worry, the prime minister. I only seek temporary use, and all three of them can do it."

Shi Mingzhi was relieved and surrendered, without saying a word about "Children's Army". After returning to the city, he still had to persuade those anxious parents: Be honest and wait for their son to come back.

Han Ruzi looked at Shen Mingzhi going down the mountain and suddenly felt that the prime minister was not bad. He immediately took back this idea. Shen Mingzhi had to hand over his seal, which had little to do with his ability, but because he and Han Chou were not clear about it, and did not stand firmly on the emperor's side at the critical moment.

There will be more critical moments in the future, and Han Ruzi needs a prime minister who can support him.

When Han Ruzi returned to the palace, he was already at night and still went to pay tribute to his mother. Here, he met a real pleader.

He successfully blocked the mouths of his father and brother in the "Children's Army" city, but failed to let their mother accept the facts.

(Today's update, I hope you know. At 3:00 pm, the QQ group is looking forward to everyone's arrival.) (To be continued.)

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