Chapter 145 Lin Ruhai's Class

After finishing the business, Lin Ruhai turned the topic to Chen Heng's homework. This child will take the college entrance examination in June, and it is impossible for Lin Ruhai to say that he is not worried.

Fortunately, after several tests, Chen Heng answered fluently. Knowing that he has not neglected his homework recently, Lin Ruhai was very satisfied and couldn't help asking: "Are you sure you can take the first place in the college entrance examination this time?"

Daiyu, who was standing aside, didn't expect her father to ask this, and hurriedly turned to look at her brother, fearing that Lin Ruhai's expectations would put pressure on Chen Heng.

Although Chen Heng felt surprised, his expression was still normal. Regardless of other things, he studied so hard and studied day and night. Isn't what he wanted to do to get a place on the gold list and strive for the first place?

However, this kind of thing is unknown before the results come out. Although Chen Heng is confident, he dare not guarantee it for himself, and only said: "Nephew will do his best."

After hearing this, Lin Ruhai nodded with great satisfaction. He understood Chen Heng's personality and knew that this kid was not the kind of person who liked to brag. This kind of person would consider things that he was 70% sure of as 30% as possible.

However, Lin Ruhai decided to add fuel to the fire for this kid, "If you can really get the first place in the exam, I will prepare a gift for you."

After passing the exam for a scholar, even if you officially enter the officialdom, it can be called the first hurdle of the carp leaping over the dragon gate. If you meet someone who supports you, there are precedents for directly becoming an official, but such a person is destined to have a low future.

Hearing that Lin's father painted a pie for himself, Chen Heng couldn't help but get excited and asked immediately: "Uncle, what is this reward?"

"No wonder you are so bad at playing chess and have such poor patience. Are you a monkey?" Lin Ruhai laughed and scolded, making Chen Heng blush for a while, and he just laughed foolishly.

Fortunately, Chen Heng was not without help. Lin Daiyu quickly spoke up for her brother, "Dad, just tell your brother. Who would say such a thing and keep it a secret?"

Ha, your elbow is really quick. Lin Ruhai shook his head helplessly and had to tell Chen Heng frankly: "If you get the first place in the exam, I can let you take charge of the weaving workshop in the west of the city."

When Chen Heng heard this, he immediately stood up and said in surprise: "Uncle, are you serious?"

"I think what you said last time obviously has been planned in your mind. Why not let two people do it and just let you do it directly."

Lin Ruhai had just heard Chen Heng's detailed report and knew that this child would be better than many of his officials in this matter. And he intended to teach Chen Heng that the knowledge in the book is the work of dripping water on a stone, but the knowledge learned should be used after all.

As the saying goes, people can't teach people. Things teach people, once is enough. If we really want to let Chen Heng run, there is nothing better than letting go of the reins and giving him a grassland.

Lin Ruhai also wanted to see how talented Chen Heng was. He continued, "But we have to make three rules. At that time, my uncle will send an official to assist you. He will not interfere with what you do. You just need to report to me every half a month."

"Okay!" Chen Heng agreed immediately. He was already excited and felt deeply grateful for his uncle's support.

In fact, Chen Heng has not figured out that his relationship with Lin Ruhai is now inseparable. They first met because of Wang Xianming's family, and then they traveled thousands of miles to find a doctor to save their son.

Now, Wei Yinghong's promotion has something to do with him. His future career will also depend on him. Lin Ruhai knows that as long as he and Chen Heng continue to move forward, they will be inseparable in any aspect.

Just like Chen Heng, because he has been marked by His Majesty. Then, apart from His Majesty, isn't his mark heavier?

Not to mention, there is a biased Daiyu.

Thinking of this precious daughter, Lin Ruhai couldn't help but turn his head to look at Daiyu. The joy on her face made him, as a father, feel a little jealous.

This silly girl, when I became the prefect, you were so happy. Lin Ruhai shook his head and said to his daughter: "Yu'er, go and tell your mother that your brother will keep lunch at home at noon."

"Huh?" Sister Lin, who was listening happily, was a little surprised to hear this.

For such a small matter, just call a servant to tell him.

Why did Daddy ask her to make a special trip?

Daiyu thought about it carefully in her heart and immediately understood that this was Daddy's way of getting her out of the way and telling her brother something else.

"Oh." She nodded sensibly. At the moment, her brother and Daddy were talking enthusiastically, so she didn't have to worry too much.

After Daiyu left, Chen Heng, who knew that his uncle had other important things, couldn't help but straighten his back and sit up straight.

Lin Ruhai found it interesting and teased the child, "Don't worry, I won't play chess with you."

After being interrupted by his uncle, Chen Heng's serious expression collapsed. He just laughed and said, "Hehe, uncle, just talk, nephew listens carefully."

Seeing the younger generation put on the posture of a good student, Lin Ruhai also smiled and took out a few documents from the desk.

In the past few years, he taught Chen Heng a lot in policy essays. The other party also worked hard, and his learning progress has always made him feel relieved.

Now, it's time to enter the next stage. Since Lin Ruhai wants to teach Chen Heng sincerely, he will not only teach the Four Books and Five Classics.

There are still two sets of knowledge to learn in this world.

For anyone who wants to do something, these two knowledge are indispensable.

Lin Ruhai handed the document in his hand to Chen Heng.

"Heng'er, take a look first."

Chen Heng took the document and opened it to find that it recorded the life stories of the county magistrates and officials in Yangzhou Prefecture. The contents were all detailed and meticulous.

"Uncle, what is this?" Chen Heng held it as if holding a hot potato. He didn't know the deep meaning of his uncle suddenly asking him to read it.

"Don't panic, since it can be shown to you, it is not a big deal." Lin Ruhai smiled and calmed Chen Heng's doubts, "You look first, uncle wants to see what you can see."

Chen Heng nodded and read it carefully. He soon found that the people on this list were actually the list of all the Jinshi and Juren in the prefecture.

He even found Jia Yucun's name on it, including how many years Jia Yucun was a Jinshi, what official position he first held, why he lost his black gauze hat, how old he is now, and what position he currently holds.

If it is just a list of personnel records, it is obviously unnecessary to fill in these Jinshi and Juren who have no official status. After reading it, Chen Heng gently closed the document. He asked Lin Ruhai, "Uncle, are you considering hiring someone?"

"Well, but I have already made up my mind about this matter. I just want to test you. You continue to think about it. Let's take a look at the list first. Is there anything strange?"

As the prefect, how could Lin Ruhai ask Chen Heng's opinion on personnel matters? He just took this opportunity to remind Chen Heng.

"Oh." Chen Heng nodded and hurriedly lowered his head to continue reading the documents. After his uncle reminded him like this, he was very thoughtful and soon found two strange places.

One is Xu Pingzhi, the county magistrate of Taixing County. This person is only a Juren. Among the county magistrates who are all Jinshi, he is particularly outstanding.

You know, Yangzhou Prefecture is a first-class rich place. It is not a remote place. To put it bluntly, the official positions here, the Jinshi who want to come every year, have to fight for it before there is a result.

The other is Jia Yucun, who is a second-rank Jinshi in his prime. Looking through the whole Yangzhou, he is the only one who is in this awkward position in the academy.

Although his predecessor Mei Hanlin is also a Jinshi, Mei Hanlin was appointed by the emperor himself, which means he is the emperor's errand, and everything he does is natural.

Don't you see that Mei Xuezheng was officially promoted to Yangzhou's education commissioner after a few years?

Chen Heng told Lin Ruhai about his doubts, and the latter smiled and nodded. This is exactly what he wanted Chen Heng to find out, and he said directly: "Have you ever thought about why this is?"

"Xu County Magistrate has someone above him."

In front of his uncle, Chen Heng no longer hid his words and answered very straightforwardly.

"Who is his superior?"

"It must be Lord Wei."

Lin Ruhai smiled and told Chen Heng about Xu Pingzhi's past as Wei Yinghong's staff.

Then he raised another question, "Now there are three vacancies in the prefecture: the prefect, the education commissioner, and the salt inspector. Among them, the education commissioner is directly appointed by the court, so let's not talk about it for now. Who do you think is more suitable for the other two positions among the officials in the prefecture and county?"

Uncle, don't you have the answer in your mind? Chen Heng was a little surprised, but he still followed Lin Ruhai's thoughts and began to think about the problem in front of him.

Given the relationship between uncle and Lord Wei, Xu Pingzhi should not be left alone. But is it really appropriate to let a juren take such an important position?

Since Xu Pingzhi is not suitable, what about Zhang Shangxian, the magistrate of Jiangdu County? He is a second-class jinshi and has been in Yangzhou for several years. Whether it is qualifications or imperial examinations, he is qualified.

Chen Heng thought about it and said, "Uncle, do you want Zhang Shangxian to be the salt inspector? And then let Xu Pingzhi be the magistrate of Jiangdu County?"

The advantage of doing this is that it can naturally take into account Wei Yinghong's face, and the plan is also very appropriate.

You idiot, how come you are only half-witted? Lin Ruhai shook his head, and said angrily: "You are only half right. Xu Pingzhi is indeed going to be transferred to Jiangdu County."

Then Zhang Shangxian's position is about to be revealed. Since he is not the Imperial Censor of Salt Inspection, he can only be the prefect. Chen Heng nodded, and suddenly reacted, and said with some horror: "Uncle, you don't want Jia Xuezhen to take the position of Imperial Censor of Salt Inspection."

Otherwise, Chen Heng really couldn't figure out Lin Ruhai's intention of letting him look at the list.

After hearing this, Lin Ruhai smiled and nodded. "Not stupid."

"But can this work?" Chen Heng couldn't help but be curious.

And this is exactly what Lin Ruhai wanted to teach him, seeing that the child figured things out by himself. Lin Ruhai grabbed this example and began to explain.

He first cited the fact that Mei Hanlin was squeezed out of the academy, and pointed out the disputes in the court to Chen Heng. In the context of the two parties fighting, no matter who is given the post of the Salt Inspector, the other party will find it difficult and uneasy.

Then at this time, Jia Yucun's wonderfulness is reflected. He has no relationship with the new or old party, and he has the title of Jinshi. He has also served as a seventh-rank county magistrate. He is indeed extremely suitable.

"But hasn't he been dismissed from office?" Chen Heng was a little confused.

"It is precisely because of this that I recommended him so that I can use this person for my own use." Lin Ruhai said very carefully, and he was teaching Chen Heng from the bottom of his heart, "Heng'er, think about it yourself. For Zhang Shangxian, my recommendation is dispensable. But for Jia Yucun, is my uncle like a second generation?"

In the officialdom, such an action by the uncle can be regarded as a sponsor. After the recommended person becomes an official, if he dares to leave the door, even if he is accepted by political enemies for a while, he will not dare to use him in the future.

After understanding this, Chen Heng nodded quickly, and he continued to listen to Lin Ruhai's teaching.

"The position of the Salt Patrol Censor is related to Yangzhou's salt administration. Nowadays, there are often changes in various grassland ministries, and there may be a war. At this juncture, financial matters must not allow any accidents, and we must not repeat the disaster of Sun Chuanting in the previous Ming Dynasty. ”

Sun Chuanting? Chen Heng wrote down another person's name in his mind, and when he was about to go back, he read the books and read this person's life carefully.

Wait, what did uncle just say? Going to fight? ? ? Chen Heng's eyes widened. He received so much news today that he couldn't react at the moment.

"Uncle, is there going to be a war outside?" Chen Heng immediately thought of Xin Suzhao, who had surrendered to his neighbor.

"It's just possible, but you must be careful about everything and be prepared." Lin Ruhai also sighed. At such a critical time of life and death, the factions in the court are still fighting endlessly. It is a disaster rather than a blessing for the people of the world.

"Then how can uncle guarantee that the court will definitely choose Jia Yucun?"

The soldiers and horses have not moved, but the food and grass go first. Since the salt inspection censor was so important, Chen Heng couldn't help but worry about the outcome of this matter.

Lin Ruhai smiled slightly, "I didn't do anything. I just reported the names of Zhang Shangxian, Xu Pingzhi, and Jia Yucun, and then put Zhang Shangxian's name at the front. Do you understand the meaning?"

This is a fight between river clams and the fisherman wins. Chen Heng nodded. It was simple to do, but to think of it and still use it is the real test of a person's wisdom.

Seeing the subtlety of Lin Ruhai's skills, Chen Heng praised him sincerely: "Uncle is good at making strategies."

"Stop flattering." Lin Ruhai tried his best, but of course it was not to show off. He pulled Chen Heng in front of him and patiently taught him how to grasp people's hearts and analyze the current situation.

No one had ever taught Chen Heng this knowledge before. Not to mention his current life, even if he struggled in society in his previous life, he could only give a general understanding.

Under Lin Ruhai's explanation, a new door seemed to be opened to Chen Heng.

In the history books of past dynasties that were taught in the academy in previous years, many things that were not understood before were explained bit by bit by Lin Ruhai. Chen Heng was in high spirits in class when a servant suddenly came outside and said that food had been prepared outside.

Lin Ruhai, who was enjoying the lecture, had to leave the get out of class temporarily. He only said before leaving: "While you are free these two days, you can stop the New Year greetings and do your homework at home every morning, and come to my class in the afternoon. "

The originally depressed mood was swept away, and Chen Heng immediately said with great joy: "Yes, uncle."

Sorry, sorry, this chapter is late. Mainly because of the awesomeness of Kawenka, I have written several versions, but they are all too cumbersome and the information is too dense. I am afraid that you will not have a good reading experience, so I have written it until now.