Liu Zhongqing saw that everyone was paying attention to this reward, and said lightly.

"It's very simple, there is a debate that has been quite famous since ancient times, called 'The Debate of the King'."

As soon as these words came out, everyone present exchanged glances in surprise, obviously very surprised by this question.

This "debate of kingly tyrannical" explores whether the monarch's rule should be "kingly" or "domineering", and Mencius and Xunzi have made different interpretations of this issue.

And what does Liu Zhongqing mean by taking this out today?

Qin Mo had a vague premonition in his heart that Lord Liu brought up this topic, fearing that he was coming for the crown prince.

When Liu Zhongqing saw everyone's expressions, he knew that these people had guessed their purpose.

But he didn't rush to explain, just observed everyone's expressions.

What about the policy of the monarch? If Liu Zhongqing wants to replace him in the future, he will naturally not take care of these.

But the students present are different, some of them are from poor families, if it weren't for His Royal Highness the Prince's extensive opening of the imperial examination this time, they would not have the opportunity to enter the ranks.

Talking about the way of being a king here, I'm afraid these people will feel inappropriate, right?

Sure enough, after Liu Zhongqing was silent for a moment, he found that the expressions of these people had become solemn.

Liu Zhongqing curled the corners of his lips contemptuously and chuckled, "It seems that you all know very little about this issue. ”

If you don't dare to say more now, I'm afraid that you will be a soft-footed shrimp in front of Li Yunxing in the future, how can there be a time when Liu Zhongqing needs to rely on?

Ning Gang stood in the corner of the hall, but he was neither humble nor arrogant.

From Liu Zhongqing's eyes and tone, she had already seen some clues.

This Lord Liu is trying to win people's hearts, and he wants to use this overlord debate to select talents and consolidate his power and status.

He smiled slightly, stepped forward and said, "In this case, there are a few words in the bottom, and I am ugly." ”

"Oh? Ning Gongzi, I don't know what your high opinion is? ”

This Ning Gang is also one of the best young handsome people in the capital, and he still has a lot of support with his prestige and connections among the people.

He can stand out behind so many gates in the capital, which shows how powerful he is.

Not only did Liu Zhongqing treat him differently, but even these poor students were impressed by Ning Gang.

"Throughout history, while every monarch has advocated benevolence and putting the people first, he has done far from it."

"During the Spring and Autumn Period, the heroes pursued profits, if it weren't for the first emperor to calm the world with his own strength, how could there be a peaceful and prosperous era where the people lived and worked in peace and contentment?"

Therefore, although hegemony sounds cruel, it is the law of governance. People's hearts have always been unpredictable, and if there is no coercive means to suppress them, they will get out of control. Only an iron and bloody wrist can stabilize the situation. ”

Ning Gang talked eloquently, causing everyone to nod their heads frequently.

Liu Zhongqing also brushed his head with satisfaction when he heard this.

This Ning Gang is really a talent, compared to his father, he will definitely be able to come out of the blue in the future.

"That's a good point."

Ning Gang bowed humbly, "Lord Liu praises falsely. ”

"Brother Ning is right." Liu Zhongqing affirmed again.

Other students chimed in.

"Do the other people present have different opinions?"

Ning Gang is now in front of Zhuyu, and if the others want to win, they will have to come up with better answers.

Therefore, for a while, no one dared to come up and answer.

Some people also took advantage of this to pat Ning Gang's sycophants, "Ning Gongzi, it is really brilliant, which makes us bow down." ”

Ning Gang smiled and thanked him.

For a while, Ning Gang's limelight overshadowed the others.

It seems that even if it is the position of champion, it can only be Ning Gang's bag.

"Small, small students have something to say."

Suddenly, a timid voice came, causing everyone to look away.

It turned out to be Qin Mo, he had never shown his face in front of so many people, and he couldn't help but get nervous when he was being stared at by everyone at the moment.

"If you have anything to say, just say it, don't cower and lose my face as a man."

Hearing this, Qin Mo raised his eyes and looked at Liu Zhongqing.

It was only when his nails dug into the flesh that he stopped speaking with trembling.

"Xiaosheng is Xuzhou Xie Yuan Qin Mo, Xiaosheng thinks that the way of the world should still be the 'royal road' first."

"Domineering itself is a violent and cruel way. If the world is ruled by the royal way, it will definitely make the people miserable, and even be killed, wouldn't that be a chaotic minister and thief? ”

"All living beings in this world are transformed by the principles of heaven and earth. The monarch can govern the world well by exercising benevolence that loves others. ”

"Hegemony unifies the world, but if the world wants to last for a long time, it must be ruled by the royal way! The royal road is a monarch who cares about the life and death of the people and loves the people! This is Xiaosheng's understanding. ”

Qin Mo's words were loud, and every word was heartfelt, which shocked everyone present.

"Yes, it is worthy of Xuzhou Jieyuan, and he is really broad-minded."

Liu Zhongqing nodded, and looked at Qin Mo a little differently.

His reaction like this made Qin Mo breathe a sigh of relief, and at least he said what he thought in his heart.

Ning Gang naturally wouldn't let Qin Mo steal his limelight like this, "But Qin Gongzi, although the royal road sounds excellent, but the people in this world always tend to be more powerful, this is human nature." The royal road reverses the relationship between righteousness and benefit, and puts the word 'righteousness' first, that is, it does not understand the sinister nature of human nature. If everyone is so naïve, then how can there be wars, displacements, poverty and other disasters in this world? ”

Ning Gang's words not only refuted Qin Mo's point of view, but also mocked Qin Mo as a pedantic and ignorant person.

Qin Mo naturally heard the deep meaning of Ning Gang's words, but he was not afraid, and still looked directly at Ning Gang frankly.

"Although what Ning Gongzi said is a little biased, it is not lacking in truth."

"The imperial power of my Wu Dynasty is above the hundred officials, but the forces of this world cannot be left alone. If they are all overbearing, then how can they talk about the righteousness of kings and ministers? ”

"Could it be that Ning Gongzi was also forced by the coercion of this imperial power to come to participate in the imperial examination?"

This sentence choked Ning Gang, and he paused before saying slowly.

"I'm not here for the exams, but I don't want to see people displaced and famine."

"That's right, if it weren't for a benevolent heart, how could Ning Gongzi be worthy of becoming a man in the world?"

This time it was Ning Gang's turn to be speechless, it was impossible for him to admit that he was doing it for his own selfish interests in order to refute Qin Mo, right?

The debate between the two men was like a clash of swords, and neither could have the upper hand.

In the end, Ning Gang flicked his sleeves and snorted coldly, and sat down in his seat.

Liu Zhongqing looked at Qin Mo with interest, with a faint appreciation in his eyes.

This Qin Mo is young but full of poetry and books, he is really a rare talent.

"Yes, both of them are indeed rare talents and beautiful qualities, and this debate is also to prepare for everyone's future imperial examinations, don't hurt the harmony."