The Divine Doctor Son of the Female Master

She was wearing a green robe and sitting on a clean but bumpy bench that had lost its original paint color long ago. The surroundings were simple, but it could not conceal her calmness and composure, which also revealed a natural dignity and majesty.

The voice is deep and magnetic, as if it can penetrate people's hearts and make people obey involuntarily.

"Excuse me, young lady." Fei Buli was still confident in his knowledge, but his attitude was humble and respectful.

She could tell that the people in front of her were not ordinary people just by looking at their demeanor.

Especially this woman wearing half a mask.

Luo Qingzhi looked at her and said, "Since you know that the county magistrate is corrupt and oppressing the people, have you ever thought of appealing to a higher authority?"

Fei Buli was silent for a moment, then slowly said, "I once went to Lizhou with a few classmates and friends, intending to report the actions of our Fengyun County Magistrate to the prefect. However, when we got there, the people there changed color every time they heard the name of Prefect Fang."

"After some inquiries, I found out that the prefect's behavior was even worse than that of the county magistrate. He used his power to accept bribes from others, increased taxes, levied miscellaneous levies, and other means to oppress the people, making their already difficult lives even more difficult."

"Not only her, but her children also robbed men in the street. If they refused, they would be beaten to death or disabled. The officials and runners under her also followed suit, abusing their power to seek benefits for their relatives and friends."

"Corruption, bribery, malpractice, disregard for human life, and all kinds of evil deeds are too numerous to count..."

When recounting the series of atrocities, Fei Buli seemed to have expended a lot of energy, and his voice became a little hoarse.

"The mountains are high and the emperor is far away, and they protect each other among their officials... We have no other choice." Her voice was trembling, and her body was shaking slightly with discomfort.

......The mountains are high and the emperor is far away.

What a case of the emperor being far away!

There was a hint of coldness in Luo Qingzhi's eyes, as if a layer of frost had condensed in them, so deep that one could not tell what she was thinking.

Sitting in a high position, the memorials she handled every day were sent from the bottom up and had to go through layers of screening before they reached her. She thought that everything was handled properly, but she was unexpectedly deceived by the officials under her.

Unknown to her, her people were struggling in dire straits, trying hard to survive.

Shouting for help, but no one can help...

Yet no one reported these incidents.

The intrigues in the business world and the conflicts of interest in the underworld are commonplace in her view.

But the people are unarmed and work hard just to live a normal life, yet they have to suffer such disasters and sufferings.

——Damn it!

Luo Qingzhi's expression beneath the mask darkened completely, with a bone-chilling chill. When meeting that gaze, Fei Buli actually shivered for no reason.

After an unknown amount of time, Luo Qingzhi asked, "Since they are protecting each other, even if you pass the exam here, are you sure you can move up?"

Fei Buli smiled bitterly upon hearing this, "Yes, the current talent selection system is that local officials from states, counties, and other places select outstanding students and recommend them to higher levels. Then the higher level will select and recommend them to higher levels. If they are finally selected, they can be appointed as officials without taking any more exams."

"So I thought as long as I was good enough, I could move up. Now I think that was too naive."

After hesitating for a moment, Fei Buli continued, "To be disrespectful, this system of selecting talents based on official recommendations is actually... totally unacceptable."

Before she finished speaking, the uncle nervously scolded her, "Silly child, you are risking your life, how dare you discuss the affairs of the court."

Luo Qingzhi raised her hand to stop him, and said calmly: "Uncle, it's okay. Today's conversation will not be known to anyone else outside of this place. Besides, I also want to hear what different opinions Miss Buli has."

With Luo Qingzhi speaking, Fei Buli took a breath and expressed his opinion calmly.

"This system is prone to nepotism or corruption, which can lead to people with real talent being unable to shine and gradually being buried because they lack the necessary external qualities and cannot get strong recommendations."

"Moreover, the biggest drawback is that because the power of selection is in the hands of officials, that is, the powerful, it will cause the so-called 'there are no poor families in the upper class, and no noble families in the lower class' negative effect.'"

That is, it is difficult for students from poor families to cross the barriers of social classes through personal efforts, while noble ladies from aristocratic families can gain a certain status by relying on their family background even if they have mediocre talents.

Thinking of this, Fei Buli smiled weakly.

Luo Qingzhi looked calm, "If you were given a chance, how do you think this system should be changed to make it more perfect?"

If it were myself!

Fei Buli fell silent and thought for a long time: "Abolish the system of selecting talents for officials. No matter whether they are rich or poor, as long as they pass the examination, they will be promoted from the county to the prefecture and then to the capital. A national unified examination will be implemented, and finally the emperor will personally elect them."

"This is the most fair and just way!"

Yan Yunqi, who was quietly listening to their conversation, was slightly surprised when he heard what they said. Isn't this the "Imperial Examination"?

Sure enough, no matter what dynasty, people’s wisdom cannot be underestimated.

The room fell silent for a moment.

But it was only a moment before Luo Qingzhi nodded in approval, looking at Fei Buli with a hint of appreciation in her eyes, "The people are the foundation of the country, and the officials are the pillars of the country; if the officials are upright, the country will be well governed; if the officials are honest, the country will be safe; if the officials are corrupt, the people will be in chaos. The two are interdependent and closely linked."

Today, there are many factions in the court, disputes are constant, conspiracies and intrigues are rampant, the atmosphere is chaotic and everyone is just trying to show their support.

It is the people who suffer.

......It seems that it is time to inject some fresh blood into the court.

"Yes, so it would be great if the emperor could have this idea, but unfortunately it is nothing but a dream for me." Fei Buli said gloomily.

"time to eat!"

The old lady ended their conversation with a loud shout.

Soon, four side dishes were placed on the only table in the room.

There is also a dish of stir-fried Chinese cabbage with meat, which has more meat and less vegetables.

Yan Yunqi thought, maybe the piece of meat on the beam should be fried together.

After the old lady had finished arranging the dishes, she stood aside and smiled shyly, "Country food, I hope you don't mind it."

"No, just being able to fill my stomach is enough." Yan Yunqi smiled and shook his head. He picked up the chopsticks and was stunned to see that the family was still standing. "Auntie, come and eat together!"

"No, you guys eat, we'll eat later." Looking at her patched and washed-out clothes, the old lady was really afraid that they would dislike them, so she rubbed her hands on the clothes nervously and shook her head repeatedly.

"Auntie, you don't need to be so restrained, we..." Mingyu was about to say something.

The old lady smiled and said, "No, no, it's just that the pot at home is too small, the food is just right, you guys eat, I'll cook after you finish eating."

Seeing that she really refused, Yan Yunqi could only give up.

It would be better to give them more silver at that time. After all, all the old lady’s meat has been used up because of them.

Although the meal was simple, the aunt's cooking skills were obviously very good and they were very satisfied with the meal.

After dinner, the rain stopped.

Yan Yunqi and his companions were about to get up and leave.

When leaving, he asked Keshu to quietly put some silver on the table.

When they reached the door, Luo Qingzhi turned around and looked at Fei Buli, "Do you still want to go to the capital?"