Zhao Yingluo sat on the dragon chair, her deep eyes staring at the ministers below, and she had already made up her mind to severely punish those troublemakers. At this moment, in an inn outside the imperial city, several people who were about to take the imperial examination were gathering together to discuss this exam related to their future.

"I heard that this imperial examination has added a new agricultural practice link, how is this good?" A thin figure said worriedly.

"Hmph, what are you afraid of? We are reading the books of the sages, and how can we be stumped by these trivial things in the field? The other burly man snorted disdainfully.

"Having said that, after all, it's a new part of the exam, so we still have to be more careful." A delicate-faced lifter reminded.

These lifters are Li Xuan, Zhang Qiang and Zhao Ming. Although the three of them have very different personalities, they all have a desire for fame and a vision for the future.

At this moment, a junior came over hurriedly and interrupted their conversation: "Three masters, there is an official outside looking for you." ”

The three of them looked at each other, and they all had some doubts in their hearts. They followed Xiao Er to the outside of the inn, only to see a man in an official uniform standing there waiting for them.

"The officials of the Imperial City Division are here to convey the will on the orders of His Majesty." As the man spoke, he took out a roll of yellow silk from his bosom and read, "Your Majesty has a will, and your sons Li Xuan, Zhang Qiang, and Zhao Ming are talented and well-behaved, and they are specially qualified to participate in this imperial examination." Wanger and others studied diligently, worked hard to forge ahead, served the imperial court, and benefited the people. ”

After hearing the will, the hearts of all three were filled with excitement and joy. They knelt down one after another to thank him and expressed that they would live up to His Majesty's high expectations.

The imperial examination was held as scheduled, and Li Xuan, Zhang Qiang and Zhao Ming all successfully passed the written examination and entered the agricultural practice examination. They toiled in the fields, humbly consulted the old farmers, and made many suggestions for improving the production of the farmland based on what they had learned. Their performance was well received by the examiners.

After the exam, the three of them met at a restaurant to celebrate. They toasted and drank, talked and laughed, as if they had seen the title of their future gold list and the scene of returning to their hometown.

"This imperial examination really benefited us a lot, not only to test our talents, but also to let us experience the hardships and difficulties of farming." Li Xuan said with emotion.

"Yes, it also strengthened my determination to benefit the people." Zhang Qiang agreed.

"It's a great fate that the three of us were able to take this exam together and get good results. I hope that in the future, we can work together and serve the imperial court. Zhao Ming proposed.

The three of them looked at each other and smiled, their hearts full of anticipation and longing for the future. They know that this imperial examination is only a starting point on their life path, and there is still a long way to go, but they are ready to meet all challenges and opportunities.

In the imperial city, Zhao Yingluo also learned about the excellent performance of Li Xuan, Zhang Qiang and Zhao Ming. She nodded slightly, her heart full of appreciation and expectation for these three young people.

The imperial city of golden autumn was shrouded in an aura of slaughter. The fallen leaves were paved into a golden yellow on the bluestone slab, and on the palace wall, Zhao Yingluo stood quietly, her eyes were like torches, piercing through the layers of clouds and mist, looking at the gloom behind the prosperity. As the princess of the Great Song Dynasty, she controls the government of the little emperor Zhao Yang and is the actual ruler of the court.

"Princess, the minister has something important to report." Wen Boyuan hurriedly walked into the imperial study, his face with a hint of solemnity. Although Zhao Yingluo is not His Majesty, the Chinese military officials of the DPRK know that she is the one who can really decide the storm.

Zhao Yingluo turned around and looked at the Imperial City Commander: "Why are you so flustered?" ”

"Princess, when the minister was investigating the case of cheating in the agricultural practice exam, he found some clues that the chief examiner had accepted bribes." Wen Boyuan said in a low voice, his voice revealing a trace of anger and unwillingness.

Zhao Yingluo's brows tightened: "Oh? In detail. ”

Wen Boyuan took out a volume of secret reports from his sleeve and presented it with both hands: "This is the evidence obtained by the minister's secret investigation. It involved a power-for-money bargain between several examiners and the children of rich families, who used their power to provide substitute opportunities for the children of rich families in the practical examination of agriculture, and made huge bribes from them. ”

Zhao Yingluo took the secret report and carefully read it page by page. Her face grew gloomy, and the anger in her eyes seemed to ignite the secret report. It is really audacious that these corrupt examiners dare to play tricks and tarnish the selection in the imperial examination!

"These moths dare to behave so recklessly in the imperial examination!" Zhao Yingluo gritted her teeth and said, her voice revealing an endless chill, "Immediately take down all the examiners involved in the case and interrogate them strictly!" ”

Wen Boyuan took the order and left, and a thunderous operation against the imperial examination fraud case quietly unfolded. Several examiners were awakened in their sleep, and they were escorted to the interrogation room by Wen Boyuan's Imperial City Division soldiers. In the face of Wen Boyuan's stern questioning, their psychological defense line quickly collapsed and truthfully confessed their crimes.

Zhao Yingluo was furious when she learned of the interrogation results. She ordered all the examiners involved in the case to be beheaded and their family property confiscated.

Ten days later, Zhao Yingluo stood in the imperial study, her eyes firm and resolute. Xiao Yan on the side lowered his hand lightly, with a little worry on his face: "Princess, can the re-organization of the agricultural practice exam really eliminate the shadow of fraud completely this time?" ”

Zhao Yingluo smiled slightly and turned her head to look at her: "Xiao Yan, only true fairness and justice can restore the confidence of the scholars. This time, we want to make those who have real talent and real learning stand out. ”

At this moment, a guard hurriedly came to report: "Princess, there are two sons who have asked to see them, and they claim to have something important to report. ”

Zhao Yingluo raised her eyebrows: "Oh? Let them in. ”

Soon, two young lifters were brought into the imperial study. One of them was burly, the other had a delicate face, but both had a determined glint in their eyes. The burly man took the lead in speaking: "Princess, I and the other two have learned that you are going to reorganize the agricultural practice exam, and we are here to help." ”

Zhao Yingluo looked at them curiously: "Do you have any suggestions?" ”

Qingxiu's lifter said: "Princess, we think that some practical links should be added to the examination process, such as letting the lifters personally cultivate, fertilize, harvest, etc. In this way, they can not only test their knowledge of agriculture, but also see their practical ability. ”

Zhao Yingluo's eyes lit up after hearing this: "This suggestion is very good!" What's your name? ”

"Under Li Xuan." The burly man arched his hand.

"Under Zhao Ming." The delicate gesture also saluted.

Zhao Yingluo nodded: "Very good, Li Xuan, Zhao Ming, I will adopt your suggestions." I hope you will be able to do well in the exam as well. ”

The two were overjoyed when they heard this, and after thanking them again and again, they withdrew from the imperial study.

Under the careful preparation of Zhao Yingluo, the agricultural practice examination was held as scheduled. This exam not only added practical operations, but also specially invited agricultural experts to guide the scoring on the spot. The lifters worked hard in the fields, their sweat sprinkled on this golden land, and also watered the hope in their hearts.

After intense competition and rigorous selection, the new list was finally announced. Li Xuan and Zhao Ming stood out with their outstanding performances, winning the top and eye positions respectively. Zhao Yingluo looked at the names on the list and nodded with satisfaction.

In recognition of their talents and contributions, Zhao Yingluo decided to assign Li Xuan and Zhao Ming to important positions in the Ministry of Agriculture.