Men, listen, grab the top of the mountain and stand in the center position

Zheng Da came specifically to ask Wangshu to consider reinstating the imperial examination.

He thought that the territory was too large, there were too few officials, and even fewer people who could read and write. In the past, young and strong men were mostly conscripted into the army. The imperial examination gradually became a decoration in the late period of the previous dynasty. The chief examiners accepted bribes and manipulated the system behind the scenes. People like Xie Xin who saw through it clearly didn't want to associate with them, so they could only travel around - or they had money.

Poor people study hard but see no hope, so they don’t study anymore.

"...In the pre-Tang Dynasty, there were three ministries: the Secretariat, the Chancellery, and the Ministry of Palace Affairs. The Secretariat was responsible for drafting summons and participating in decision-making, while the Chancellery was involved in personnel, finance, etiquette, and other matters. Currently, these two areas are relatively stable, but the Secretariat is lacking in its functions. Under the Secretariat are six ministries: the Ministry of Personnel, the Ministry of Revenue, the Ministry of Rites, the Ministry of War, the Ministry of Justice, and the Ministry of Works. Each performs its duties and complements each other. I believe..."

Wangshu leaned over and listened to the talk while flipping through the "History Book Test Points" handed to him. The Three Provinces and Six Ministries system, long time no see, history teacher.

It is indeed troublesome to write to Zheng Da and Qin Xiuyuan for every matter.

"General Zheng, I'll leave it to you."

Zheng Da, a member of the Qin family's martial arts school and a devotee of penal laws, was a champion of military law within the army, a figure who frightened children in Chang'an. Wangshu was heartened by his concern for the Confucian-minded imperial examinations, considering scholars beyond his fellow martial arts students. "You're right. Managing the region and Chang'an well is our top priority."

Many generals urged Qin Xiuyuan to ascend the throne, but he wavered several times, never making up his mind. It was easier to enter the palace than to leave, especially for a grassroots general who could only truly convince the people by unifying the country. Before fulfilling this long-cherished wish, he had to settle the people in his jurisdiction and train a successor.

Zheng Da was not annoyed at all when his words were interrupted. He knew that his wife had the same idea as him!

His voice was excited. "Yes! Madam, let's discuss and submit a set of rules. Then we'll invite Master Xie and the previous top scorers to prepare together!"

"Prepare for the military exam together. Add water conservancy and arithmetic to the imperial examinations to test these practical skills." Wangshu stood up and walked out. Zheng Da followed her, half a step behind, and listened to her words: "As you said, if this person has research in water conservancy, he can be assigned to the Ministry of Works first. If he excels in arithmetic, he's suitable for the Ministry of Justice, and so on. Every horse has its own saddle."

Zheng Da turned around to find a charcoal pencil and wrote it down. "Yes, this is the first time we have to consider all these things more comprehensively. If we just copy the old methods, we will always have to rely on the same team."

It refers to the team in Chang'an, who now look down on each other.

The two walked to the pavilion, and Xiaoqing quietly served two cups of peach crushed ice, honey and milk cheese, with the pomegranate seeds on top bright and juicy, making them mouth-watering.

As soon as he put it down, he looked around and tucked his buttocks together to turn the corner to keep watch.

Wangshu's eyes sparkled, and he immediately ordered Zheng Da, "Eat quickly! No one will be able to eat when your rigid, nagging, and preachy boss comes back! You'll be scolded!"

The two of them buried their heads in the food, and after finishing their meal, they faced each other with smiles on their faces! It’s a cool and refreshing summer delicacy!

As soon as he got off the pirate ship, Zheng Da wanted to capsize it, "Madam, you should eat less cold food."

The lady's health was not very good. The general went out many times to visit famous doctors who were good at treating indigestion and clearing the stomach. He was more anxious than looking for famous teachers who were good at teaching the deaf and dumb.

After the meal was over, Wangshu wiped his mouth and said, "Let's get back to business."

The conversation continued until the father and son returned home. Mingxi came over from the dance hall. Zheng Da saw Mingxi's short braid and was impressed.

If those in higher positions set an example and are strict with themselves, how can those below them not obey?

The pavilion became lively.

Mingxi hugged her father's arm and whispered softly, "Daddy is taking brother out. Mingxi is happy that brother can go out, but also a little sad."

Naturally, I was sad that I couldn't go out with my dad.

The man understood the elegant meaning of the zither. "The sun has been scorching lately. Mingxi, study hard with the teacher and practice dancing. When the weather cools down, Daddy will take you out."

It means that the sun is too strong today, take your brother out and he will be sunburned like a grandson. He has his daughter in his heart and is considerate of her, so he will make arrangements for her when the weather cools down.

"Okay, okay."

Qin Yunxiao didn't care how hot the sun was. The hotter it was, the more aggressive he became. He pulled Wangshu over and boasted, "Mom, I can ride a horse with one hand! And I can ride with Dad!"

There was a layer of salt hanging on the clothes on his back. Wangshu tried to breathe hard, "Wow, you're amazing. Go take a shower!"

"Mother, this is the smell of a man! Proof of an eagle!"

Riding a steed, he compares himself to an eagle. Confidence is what men never lack.

"Then your father won't take a shower tomorrow. You have to hold him tight and keep breathing in the scent of this man."

Qin Xiuyuan, who took a shower as soon as he got home: "..."

Qin Yunxiao was embarrassed and wanted to say something, but he felt something was wrong. He tilted his head and smelled his armpits. He almost choked and said honestly, "Mom, Yunxiao, go take a shower first!"

After the others had gone far away, Zheng Da suppressed his laughter and went to look at the boss. No wonder the boss always shaved when he returned to the city. There was a shower room in the front yard, and he was afraid that if there was even a slight smell, he would not be allowed to enter the room.

The woman used a wet towel to wipe her neck and wrists that had been hugged by her son. Qin Xiuyuan, who was holding the little boy high to reach the grape bunches on the awning, thought to himself, what kind of eagle is this? Even his own mother wanted to push him away. He abandoned the eagle without being able to bear it for a moment.

As the fifteenth day of the lunar month approaches, mooncakes of various patterns and flavors are baked. Zheng Da, who was invited to stay for dinner, rarely meets Wang's mother and son who come to eat mooncakes.

Qin Shiyi now has a son and a daughter. Some time ago, there was a rumor that he wanted to marry Duke Anguo. At that time, Ji Shou even made a bet with him.

Ji Shou’s bet failed.

Zheng Da's gamble will succeed.

Because he knew privately that the Duke of Anguo's Mansion was willing to marry, as long as someone from the General's Mansion could act as a go-between.

Unexpectedly, the lady and the general stood by and watched, and Old Lady Wang did not have the courage to invite the Iceman to come to her house.

The mooncakes are decorated with peony and lotus flowers, as well as characters like "reunion" and "peace" for good luck. Yun Xiaomingxi makes mooncakes every year, rubbing the molds. Even if he knows what they will look like when baked, he still exclaims in amazement, "I made these! There are salted egg yolks inside! Two of them!"

Qin Yunxiao took the pancakes, held his brother's hand, and cut them into small pieces with a small wooden knife. He made five for his younger brothers and sisters. They were made with red bean paste, which had a very light taste and was specially separated from the filling for adults.

"Brother, you can't play with knives. You'll cut your hands."

Wangshu saw that his eldest son couldn't stop himself from grabbing the wooden sword with one hand, so he took the wooden sword and chopped the braised pork five, six, seven or eight times. The juicy honey braised pork was instantly turned into a piece of rotten meat...

He reached out and pulled Xiao San over and was about to cut him with a knife one, two, three, four times like chopping meat. The boy was so scared that he pulled his hand back. Wangshu threw the knife on the table and Xiao San didn't dare to take it.

Wangshu placed the piece of braised pork in front of Xiaosi. The little guy looked at the rotten meat, then at his father, and then at the small wooden knife beside him. He wanted to cry but didn't dare to. He suppressed his fear and grabbed the wooden spoon to slowly dig and eat.

It tasted delicious and sweet after one bite, and I smiled sweetly, eating it with a lot of grunts.

A month has passed since Wang last saw her grandsons eating with wooden spoons. They are now eating more and more like they should, and there is a high probability that they can put the food into her mouth.

"You've really learned how to eat with a spoon!"