After the early dynasty, the matter of Ying Zheng's initiation of the imperial examination system spread in Xianyang City, and unlike those nobles and officials who opposed it, this matter was definitely a good thing enough to shock the hearts of the people.

In the morning, this matter spread all over Xianyang City.

Even Zhang Liang, who was hiding outside the city, received the news.

He had some doubts in his heart, he didn't understand what Yingzheng was going to do, and even guessed in his heart that there was a bigger conspiracy behind the imperial examination system.

But some people don't think so, such as Gu Siyuan of the Gu family.

Although the Gu family is rich, in the eyes of these upper-class nobles, they are businessmen and the lowest people, and they are not worthy of being in the same room with them, let alone being officials in the same dynasty.

Even if Gu Siyuan wanted to buy officials with money, those people looked down on him as a person, and he was only excluded when he entered the court.

So even if he had this idea in his heart, he had only been by Gu Zongmin's side for so many years, thinking about how to run his family's business, and he didn't show any eagerness.

But now, he has received this news, how can he not be excited?

He couldn't wait to find Gu Zongmin, and as soon as he entered the door, he began to say, "Father, I'm going to give it a try!" ”

"Since Your Majesty has given the order, those people will definitely not dare to embarrass me!"

Gu Zongmin, who was looking at the account books, knew when he heard Gu Siyuan's words that he was talking about the imperial examination system.

In the past few days, he has been preparing for the entry of the four major salt merchants into Xianyang, and Zhang Hanlai told him that after these people enter Xianyang City, they will all ask him to receive them.

Therefore, he will only pay attention to the affairs of the imperial court, but he will not take it to heart.

Now that he suddenly heard Gu Siyuan say this, he was still a little surprised.

"In a few days, the people from the Miao family, the Li family, the Rong family, and the Zi family will come, and there are still many things to deal with, so don't make a mess!"

Gu Zongmin has been in Xianyang City for so many years, although he can't know all the thoughts of those officials, he still dares to say that he knows this kind of thing very well.

Even if it is for their own interests, they will not easily compromise this matter, even if the imperial examination system can be carried out smoothly, and the people who can finally enter the court and become officials are probably still those people.

Only a stunned young man like his son would really believe that the imperial examination system could be carried out smoothly.

"The matter of the imperial examination system is just a rumor, and Your Majesty has not officially announced the decree, so don't take it too seriously."

"If the news of the imperial examination system spreads all over Daqin, it is estimated that many people will pour into Xianyang, and then it will be a good opportunity for us to make money, and you will help me take care of the affairs of the mansion during this time."

"As for those court affairs, it's not something that our Gu family can mix, you still have that heart!"

"Alright, let's go down."

Gu Siyuan looked at his father's eyes with some grievances, and he knew that Gu Zongmin would not agree.

But he wouldn't just give up, and left the house as soon as he turned around, his whole back showing his unhappiness.

"Hmph, I have my own way!"

Looking at his departing back, Gu Zongmin shook his head helplessly.

He knew that Gu Siyuan probably went to Xianyang Prison, and whatever delicious and fun Gu Siyuan got during this time, he had to send a copy to Ran Fang in prison.

Sometimes I often go to Xianyang Prison to play chess and chat with Ran Fang, even if I don't talk to accompany Ran Fang, Gu Siyuan's mood is much better when I come back.

Therefore, he let this matter go, after all, it is also beneficial for the Gu family to be good friends with Ran Fang.

"Silly boy!"

"There are some things that you can't do if you want to."

"What's the use of going to Ran Fang?"

"He can help the Gu family's business to the next level, and there is no way to resist those ministers in the court!"

Gu Siyuan didn't know that Gu Zongmin was not optimistic about himself in his heart, and he didn't think that the other party would be able to change this matter.

He just felt angry, why didn't his father support him, he needed a place to vent his feelings, and someone who was willing to support him.

In his cognition, Ran Fang would definitely agree with this matter.

There's no reason, just your own intuition.

When he came to Xianyang Prison, Ran Fang and Fusu were able to turn a blind eye to him, after all, every time he came, he would keep talking non-stop, and Ran Fang was a little tired of it.

Later, every time he came over, Ran Fang and Fusu turned a deaf ear to his words, and he was the only one there to speak, so he also felt very happy.

Just like now, he sat there angrily, the expression on his face clearly felt that he was in a bad mood at the moment, and no one came up to ask him.

He just sat there sulking by himself, and after a while, Gu Siyuan, who felt a little embarrassed, couldn't help but ask, "Sir, won't you ask me?" ”

"Can't you see that I'm angry?"

Ran Fang raised his head, just glanced at him, and then continued the movements in his hands, without the slightest intention of staying for him.

Seeing this, Gu Siyuan had no choice but to speak by himself.

Just as he was about to speak, he suddenly noticed that today's Xianyang Prison seemed to be extraordinarily quiet, and he couldn't help but ask suspiciously: "Hey, what about those corrupt officials?" ”

"Why are they all gone?"

"Are they all released?"

Hearing his words, Fusu took the lead in replying: "This morning, the people of the Tingwei Mansion have been taken away. ”

"Yes, Your Majesty has ordered that the officials who have been investigated clearly should be punished according to the crimes they have committed, no matter how big or small the crime is, they will have to pay the price."

"As for those corrupt officials, they will all be handed over to the Tingwei Mansion for handling after the investigation is clear, and it is estimated that the corruption case will have a result."

"There are also officials who have been wronged, and they have also been released this morning."

Gu Siyuan nodded understandingly, and did not continue to ask about it.

With no one here, he's even more self-indulgent.

"I see."

"No wonder Your Majesty suddenly gave an order today, it turned out that these people in the DPRK and China have all been disposed of."

Hearing his words, Fusu asked with some confusion, "What is Your Majesty's decree?" ”

Seeing that Fusu didn't know anything, Gu Siyuan was also a little surprised, could it be that even Fusu and Ran Fang didn't know about this matter?

So what should he do about it?

He looked at Ran Fang and saw that he seemed to care very much, and he didn't seem to listen to them, just lowered his head and did his own thing, which made Gu Siyuan even more frustrated.

He thought for a moment, and said in a somewhat decadent tone: "Your Majesty suddenly ordered this morning, saying that the imperial examination system will be held, as long as it is a person from Great Qin, no matter what his status is, he can participate. ”

When he said the words "imperial examination system", the movements in Ran Fang's hands had already stopped.

And Fu Su's indifferent expression instantly became nervous, he saw the movement in Ran Fang's hand, and then looked at Gu Siyuan a little nervously.

He kept glaring at Gu Siyuan, hoping that he wouldn't say any more, and he was worried that he would suddenly say something bigger.

It's a pity that Gu Siyuan didn't see his eyes, and said endlessly: "Although it hasn't been announced yet, the news has already been received in Xianyang City, and people are discussing it." ”

"Your Majesty also said that in five months, a scientific examination will be held in Xianyang City, and the top five can enter the court as officials, and I will also participate in it when the time comes!"

"Maybe I'll get a half-official job!"

"What do you think, sir?"

"If I go to participate, will I be able to make it?"

He looked at Ran Fang with some excitement and nervousness, but saw that the expression on his face seemed to be smiling.

He was a little confused, and asked uncertainly, "Sir?" ”