The spring sunshine shines through the glazed tile roof of the palace and shines on Zhao Yingluo's jade face, reflecting her firm and deep eyes. She stood in the main hall, facing groups of excited and high-pitched disciples, but secretly sneered in her heart. "Zhao Yingluo! Why don't you return power to Zhao Gou? He is the orthodox emperor of the Song Dynasty. What you did is just an ambitious woman's greed for power!" A young official shouted indignantly. question. Zhao Yingluo smiled slightly, with a bit of disdain and ridicule in her smile. "Zhao Gou? That weak and incompetent emperor?" she asked softly, her tone full of disdain. The candidates were stunned, as if they did not expect that Zhao Yingluo would belittle Zhao Gou so directly. But they soon regained their excitement, and one after another they refuted Zhao Yingluo. "Although Zhao Gou is young, his kindness and wisdom have won the hearts of the people. You are just a woman, how can you usurp power and seize the throne like this?" "Zhao Yingluo, you should know that the affairs of the world cannot be done by one person. Returning power to Zhao Gou is the blessing of the Song Dynasty!" Zhao Yingluo listened quietly, always maintaining a faint smile on her face. But her heart was filled with disappointment and disdain for these actions. She understood that the reason why these people were so loyal to Zhao Gou was only because of their desire for power and their dissatisfaction with the status quo. Their so-called loyalty and justice are just excuses for their pursuit of power. Finally, when the voices of the candidates gradually subsided, Zhao Yingluo spoke slowly. "I heard your request. But I'm sorry, I can't agree." Her voice was calm and firm, "Zhao Gou's weakness and incompetence has plunged the Song Dynasty into chaos and crisis. What I need is a powerful emperor. , rather than a puppet who only relies on others.” Saying that, Zhao Yingluo paused slightly and glanced at the angry-looking officials. "As for you, since you are so loyal to Zhao Gou, then go back and assist him. However, please remember that the future of the Song Dynasty cannot be changed by you people who only know how to be loyal to the old master and ignore reality." The candidates looked at Zhao Yingluo angrily, but they had nothing to say. They knew that what Zhao Yingluo said was true. Although they were loyal to Zhao Gou, they could not change the current situation of the Song Dynasty. Although Zhao Yingluo was ruthless and ambitious, she made great contributions to the stability and development of the Song Dynasty.
Finally, Zhao Yingluo issued an order: "Cancel this scientific examination and take it again in the fall." After her words fell, there was silence in the hall. The candidates looked at each other and reluctantly accepted this fact. Zhao Yingluo turned and left, leaving behind a cold and firm figure. At the same time, Zhao Yingluo publicly announced a new decision in the imperial garden of the palace. The flowers in the imperial garden are in full bloom, as if celebrating this important moment. Zhao Yingluo stood among the blooming peonies, and the sunlight shone through the petals on her face, adding a bit of softness and kindness to her. She looked around at the crowd around her. The disciples were talking incessantly, with uneasiness and confusion written on their faces. Zhao Yingluo smiled slightly and said in a clear and firm voice: "In order to select more comprehensive talents, I have decided to add an agricultural subject to the imperial examination in the fall. The examination will be divided into two parts: a theoretical examination and a practical examination." As soon as these words came out, the disciples immediately burst into mourning. They looked at each other with helplessness and anxiety written on their faces. An older scholar sighed, shook his head and said, "We scholars are good at having sex with prostitutes in brothels and reciting poems and composing poems. How can we know anything about agriculture?" Zhao Yingluo smiled slightly. She understood the confusion and dissatisfaction caused by these actions. But she firmly believed that her decision was for the future of Song Dynasty. She walked down the steps, came to the middle of the disciples, and said gently: "I know this is a challenge for you, but agriculture is the foundation of national development. Only by understanding the way of farming can we better govern the country and benefit the people." ." She paused and continued: "I know many of you may have never been exposed to agriculture, but please remember that learning is a process. You have sharp minds and rich knowledge, as long as you are willing to put in the effort, I believe you will be able to master agricultural knowledge.” Although Zhao Yingluo's words were gentle, they were full of determination and confidence. She believes that her decision is correct and that these leaders have the ability to meet this challenge. However, the mood of the candidates did not become lighter. They knew that if they wanted to stand out in the imperial examinations, they had to work hard to learn agricultural knowledge. This is a new field for them, full of unknowns and difficulties. After Zhao Yingluo announced the decision, the atmosphere in the Imperial Garden became heavy. The disciples discussed this sudden change one after another, their faces full of anxiety and uneasiness. But no matter what, this decision cannot be changed. They can only work hard to adapt and meet this new challenge. In Zhao Yingluo's heart, she hopes that these students will find fun and growth in their future studies and contribute to the prosperity and stability of the Song Dynasty. After learning that Zhao Yingluo's decision could not be changed, the mood of the candidates changed from frustration to anxiety. They returned to their villages and towns one after another, rushed into the farmland eagerly, and began to learn various planting methods. There was a busy scene in the fields. The children communicated with the farmers, learned farming techniques, and tried sowing, fertilizing, and watering with their own hands. Although they were clumsy at first, each one was full of determination and hard work. "You see, this kind of seed needs to be buried deeper so that it can take root and sprout." A farmer patiently taught a young man. "I see, thank you for your advice." Juzi studied with an open mind and worked hard to master every detail. During this process, the students not only learned agricultural knowledge, but also experienced the hard work and hardship of farmers. They began to understand why Zhao Yingluo wanted to add an agricultural subject to the imperial examination. This was not only to select more comprehensive talents, but also to allow scholars like them to get closer to the people's livelihood and understand the foundation of the country. As time goes by, the children gradually master the basic knowledge of agriculture, and their performance in the farmland becomes better and better. Although the process was full of difficulties and challenges, they all persisted and proved their abilities with their own efforts and sweat. During this process, the mentality of the candidates also changed. They no longer see agronomy as a burden and trouble, but as an opportunity for growth and exercise. They began to cherish this experience and were grateful for the challenges and opportunities Zhao Yingluo brought to them. When the autumn imperial examinations finally arrived, the examinees walked into the examination room with confidence. They not only demonstrated their talents in literature, classics, etc., but also demonstrated their hard work and efforts in the farmland in the agricultural examination.
