Peasant Woman’s Decreed Life as a Wife

Chapter 2552: Chapter 2549: Candor

Emperor Xuanming watched Chu Jin speak confidently and tapped his fingers on the table: “Are your words your own thoughts?”

“Of course, Emperor, though I don’t understand the official circle, I have managed a fleet before. It’s precisely because of clear rewards and punishments that many troubles are avoided, cohesion is stronger than before, casualties are fewer, and the gains are greater.”

“I think managing a fleet is similar to managing in official circles, although there’s more complexity in official circles. However, the principles of employing people are universal. That’s why when organizing competitions and equestrian activities, I applied these principles. The people below handled things well, and even if there were servants who didn’t obey orders or violated regulations, they were promptly dealt with, and replacements were quickly found.” Chu Jin spoke confidently.

Emperor Xuanming smiled at him: “You appear young, yet you understand quite a bit.”

“Emperor, it’s no choice. Doing good deeds brings benefits. When I do a task well, I can enjoy a year of leisure, so naturally, I need to learn more. It’s my honor to ease your burdens.”

“Since that’s the case, go ahead and boldly complete the competition tasks.” Emperor Xuanming was curious to see what results he could achieve.

As for the screening system in official circles… Emperor Xuanming did not immediately express his stance.

After Chu Jin left the palace, half a month passed, and as the provincial examination approached, Emperor Xuanming summoned Elder Zhong, the Six Ministers, and other cabinet officials after court.

The issue of reforming the assessment system in official circles was placed openly.

Privately, the subjects had varying thoughts.

Chu Heng came out after the court session, and before he took two steps, he was surrounded by several officials.

“Lord Chu, wait a moment. Do you have time to go to Xiangchun Tower for some tea?”

Chu Heng stopped and looked at his visitor: “Lord Guo, forget the tea. My young son needs care, and I truly have no time.”

“However… you must be asking about the assessment system.”

Seeing Chu Heng bring it up himself, they all stared at him, waiting for his stance.

Chu Heng didn’t disappoint them and smiled: “I naturally agree with the Emperor’s intention. What difficulties do you face? If you trust me, you can inform me, because every system has its flaws, and discussing them can help make improvements.”

The expressions of several officials were indescribable.

Who the hell wants improvements? They simply don’t want changes.

“Hehe, Lord Chu is right. As officials, we will definitely ponder it carefully when we return.” They made excuses and quickly left.

Chu Heng’s attitude spread out on the same day.

Chu Heng knew and didn’t put much thought into these matters. To him, the person he needed to persuade wasn’t the ministers but the Emperor.

Since the Emperor agreed, given the current court situation, even if ministers disagreed, they couldn’t do anything, except perhaps delay it for a while.

Chu Heng returned to the residence and saw Chu Jin in the family school writing something with Nuanbao.

Ye Muyu was helping scholars in the family review manuscripts.

“Why isn’t Chu Jin at the Imperial College?” Chu Heng entered and naturally sat on the bench next to Ye Muyu.

The scholar helping moved away quickly with an excuse.

“Today is the exam at Imperial College. The provincial exam is approaching, so after posing exam questions, they have a three-day holiday.”

“Besides, don’t you know your son? With the Emperor’s orders, he is entirely focused on the competition tasks. At the Imperial College, skipping classes has become the norm.” If Ye Muyu didn’t see that Chu Jin hadn’t given up on studying and learning, he might not agree with him skipping classes.