roccoschili Chapter 315 Military generals can go, but civil officials cannot?
Chapter 315 Military generals can go, but civil officials cannot?
In Xianyang City, Li Zhi stayed in Xianyang during this period and never set out on the journey back to Chang'an.
But Li Chengqian also had requirements for him.
Every morning he would dress up and go to Xianyang National University.
On the campus of Xianyang National College, the buildings are solemn and majestic, the courtyards are shaded by green trees, and the sounds of students studying can be heard one after another.
Li Zhi and other royal relatives, no matter how noble their status, had to follow the strict local rules in Xianyang and enter this school to receive education as long as they reached school age.
Moreover, all those who enter the academy have equal status and position.
In college, they studied military strategy, governance, science and many other subjects, and their days were fulfilling and busy.
After completing years of study and graduating, you can write your own resume, listing in detail what you have learned, thought and your own ambitions, and submit it to the Xianyang Factory History Office.
Wen Ruchu will take these resumes, which carry hope for the future, and submit them to the cabinet ministers for careful review so that they can arrange suitable official positions and affairs for these students and start their journey of serving the Tang Dynasty.
In comparison, although Li Tai did not have to go to the academy to attend classes every day like Li Zhi, his task was much more difficult than Li Zhi's.
He had the task of writing books, which required him to sort out and record the mountains and rivers, geography, humanities, history, rules and regulations of the Tang Dynasty.
Because I am so busy, I often spend nights in the college dormitory.
Sometimes I am so tired that I sleep with my clothes on.
Sometimes I would rub my sore eyes and lament the hardship of writing a book, but I really love this cultural heritage in my heart.
When compiling the Comprehensive Geography, although Li Shimin had great ambitions, he was extremely frugal with funds because the national treasury was not yet well-off. Every penny had to be carefully calculated and gathered with great difficulty to support the compilation of the gazetteer.
But now, times have changed. Under the careful governance of the emperor's brother, the Tang Dynasty is becoming increasingly prosperous, and the treasury is full.
The emperor attaches great importance to cultural education and academic matters. He is very generous when allocating funds, often starting with five million yuan. His strong financial resources provide solid backing for many cultural undertakings.
Li Chengqian once said: "The Tang Dynasty can be poor, but it cannot be poor in education!"
This sentence is a wake-up call.
When Li Tai heard this, he could hardly contain his excitement.
This sentence deeply touched the grand ideal that often flickered but was elusive in his heart, and made him have a deeper sense of identity with the important task of writing books that he shouldered.
All I can say is, it’s painful and happy!
At the tall and wide gate of the Xianyang Meritorious Officials Sanatorium, a brand new notice was posted firmly, on which were prominently written the relevant matters regarding next year's battlefield tour group.
The appearance of this notice instantly attracted everyone's attention.
Most of the heroes of the sanatorium would stop when passing by, look at the notice and take a look at it.
Yuchi Jingde and Cheng Yaojin returned from the bathhouse arm in arm.
You still have to go to the bathhouse to rub your back in winter!
Their faces still showed the satisfaction after bathing, and they talked and laughed along the way with brisk steps.
But when they stepped into the gate of the sanatorium, they saw Wei Zheng's thin figure standing alone in front of the notice.
Wei Zheng's eyes were fixed on the notice, his expression full of contemplation as he carefully read every word on the notice over and over again.
Cheng Yaojin was a carefree person, and he couldn't help but become curious when he saw this scene.
He shook off his arm, which was linked with Yuchi Jingde's, and strode over to Wei Zheng's side. He pointed at the notice with a thick finger and asked in a gruff voice, "Old Wei, you are a civil servant who deals with pens, ink, paper, and inkstone all day long. What are you doing staring at this thing?"
"This battlefield tour group is heading to a dangerous frontier battlefield. The journey is long and arduous. For us military commanders who have fought on the battlefield for many years, this is naturally something new and interesting."
"But this is completely different from your usual paperwork!"
"It's really interesting for us to be able to watch the battle!"
Wei Zheng raised his head slightly with a faint smile on his face. He first slowly glanced at Cheng Yaojin's face full of doubts, and then passed his gaze over him and fell on Yuchi Jingde behind him.
Wei Zheng gently straightened his clothes and said slowly, "You two generals have fought bravely on the battlefield for many years and have made great achievements."
"It's a pity that I've been trapped in the court all my life, buried in paperwork, and never had the opportunity to witness the heroic scenes of how the warriors of our Tang Dynasty fought bravely on the battlefield, how they achieved great success and promoted the prestige of our country."
"I have always harbored this deep regret in my heart. Now that I have this opportunity, am I going to pass it up just because I'm a civil servant?"
"Are you military commanders the only ones allowed to go to this battlefield? Why can't I, a civilian official, go?"
When Yuchi Jingde heard Wei Zheng's powerful words, he was slightly stunned.
He really didn't like this stubborn old man who always spoke his mind and gave advice.
Throughout the Tang Dynasty, everyone knew that Yuchi Jingde was loyal to Li Shimin and was the most loyal follower of Li Shimin. He was even nicknamed the number one lackey.
But even though he had some resistance to Wei Zheng's style of doing things, he knew Wei Zheng's weight in the court and still had deep respect for his integrity and profound knowledge.
Yuchi Jingde frowned, walked quickly to Wei Zheng, looked at his slightly frail figure, and said earnestly, "Old Wei, look at your frail frame. This battlefield is not a place for children to play house. Even if His Majesty says this is a sightseeing tour, the difficulties and dangers involved should not be underestimated."
"At your age, you don't have the rich experience we have accumulated through fighting on the battlefield. Once you embark on that journey on the battlefield, I'm afraid you will not be able to acclimatize yourself, and your body will not be able to withstand the harsh environment and the hard work!"
"I think you should give up this idea as soon as possible."
"Look at those who want to go on battlefield tours now. Which one of them is not a rough and tumble military general like us? How could a civil official get involved?"
Wei Zheng listened quietly to Yuchi Jingde's words, his eyes lingering on his face for a moment, his eyes showing calmness.
He bowed slightly, smiled, and cupped his hands, his voice steady and powerful: "I thank General Yuchi for his kindness and reminder."
"Although there are currently no civil officials on this list, I want to be the first to break the rules and go to the battlefield. With my eyes as a civil official, I can see the ever-changing situation on the battlefield."
"As a Tang Dynasty official, why not?"
Seeing Wei Zheng's determination, Yuchi Jingde knew that once the old man made up his mind, it would be difficult to change it. He shook his head helplessly and said, "Old Wei, your temper is really unchangeable."
"Since you have decided to go, you must make all preparations in advance."
"This isn't a sightseeing trip. The battlefield is treacherous and full of all kinds of situations."
Wei Zheng smiled and nodded.
"Don't worry, General Yuchi. I will act with caution."
"Although I lack the courage to fight in battle, I have the wisdom to see through the world and will not act rashly."
Cheng Yaojin scratched his head and laughed, "That's all. Old Man Wei has such courage. I, Old Cheng, admire him."
"Perhaps if you, a civil servant, go along, you can leave a good reputation for future generations, and let us, the rough folk, also benefit from it."