The matter of the imperial examination was decided like this. It must be fast and stable.

Wu Nian was very relieved to have Liu Zhixing and others doing things. Besides, Liu Zhixing was more tactful. Compared with the vast territory of Chu.

The Han Dynasty is just a small quagmire. It has a large territory and it takes time for people to take centralized exams.

The territory is small, and a lot of time can be omitted when it comes to concentrating personnel.

There will be no problems in the palace examination next fall.

However, something happened that caught Wu Nian off guard.

December 16.

Morning.

Although it was still early and the weather was cold, Jiang County, the capital of the Han Dynasty, was already quite lively. Because of the end of the year, the people's desire for consumption increased, making business very prosperous.

"Da da da da da."

Amid the rapid sound of the marching of the horses, a large group of people surrounded the Han King's carriage and walked forward. The people were caught off guard and quickly separated from each other. When they saw this, they couldn't help but worry.

"What seems like something big happened?"

"Could it be that the Mongols and Yuan people have been called back?"

"It shouldn't be. The Mongols were severely damaged by the king's energy. Even if they were beaten back, what else could they do? And seeing the king's behavior seems to be very anxious."

A large group of people came to the front of Duke Chen's mansion.

The Duke's Mansion is luxurious and rich, with copper nails, showing the momentum of the mansions of the top powerful and noble in the Han Dynasty.

The door of the mansion was wide open. Li Yong's son Li Ping led his family slaves to greet him.

After seeing Wu Nian get off the Luanyu, Li Ping's eyes turned red and he went forward and bowed, "Master."

"No need to say more." Wu Nian waved his hand at him, then entered the Duke Chen's mansion with a serious expression and went straight to Li Yong's bedroom.

The bedroom was filled with the pungent smell of decoction.

Wu Nian frowned and looked at Li Yong on the bed. Li Yong is old, his head is white, and he is lying on the bed, very weak.

"King, Your Majesty." Li Yong struggled to sit up, but couldn't.

Wu Nian felt very distressed and frightened when he looked at him. In the blink of an eye, more than ten years have passed, and this old man may be gone at any time.

This time I was very ill.

I don't know if I can endure it or not.

"Lying down, lying down." Wu Nian stepped forward, stopped Li Yong, and lay down with his body.

Li Ping stood aside, wiping his tears.

"Master, let the king worry, and the old minister is ashamed." Li Yong breathed a sigh of relief and said.

"What are you saying? We are old brothers. You are sick, how can I not come to visit you? Let's talk about it. Come and see you, what's the point?" Wu Nian looked at Li Yong complainingly, and then said softly: "You don't think about anything. The whole matter of the country will be left to Liu Zhixing and Zhang Haiping."

"You just need to rest assured to recuperate."

As he said that, Wu Nian said ashamed: "I have been a hand-off manager in recent years, and I have handed over the heavy national affairs to you, which will make you suffer."

"The king is so serious." Li Yong shook his head and looked at Wu Nian and said sincerely: "The king will use people without doubt and hand over all the national affairs to us."

"How many ministers can't ask for it."

"We are grateful but it's too late."

His words came from the heart. Li Yong had a high position in recent years, and he had more contact and knowledge.

There are many founding kings of the previous dynasty and killing heroes.

Wu Nian is really a harmonious place. Civil officials and military generals are not afraid of being suspicious when they are alive. After they die, they do not have to worry about their descendants.

Such a wise ruler, such a loose court.

How many ministers can't help but ask for it.

Li Yong was able to be an official in the Han Dynasty and become a cabinet minister. Li Yong was full of gratitude and sighed at the wonder of fate.

Think of that year.

Old man, I am just a veteran.

Now he is the second assistant to the cabinet, Duke Chen.

Life experience is really a dream.

Wu Nian shook his head, still ashamed. Li Yong is really old and has so many heavy government affairs pressing on him.

After talking for a while, Li Yong reached out to pull the quilt and took the initiative to say to Wu Nian: "The old minister is old and he is unable to do his daily work. Even if the disease can be cured, it is probably a waste of time."

"The old minister cannot occupy a position and does not do anything. The old minister resigns."

Wu Nian was very moved. Should I let Li Yong take off his burden and live a life of life? But then he thought, if the burden is put down, Li Yong will burst into pieces?

After thinking for a while, Wu Nian shook his head and said, "No. If you are always a conscientious country, you are indispensable to the country."

Immediately, Wu Nian did not wait for Li Yong to speak and said with a smile: "However, it is a fact that the cabinet ministers are busy. I will promote a few more people and expand the cabinet staff. Just treat it as your substitute. When you go to work and get off work on weekdays, you can make an idea if you encounter major issues."

When Li Yong heard this, he said no more and said nothing. He said that as the cabinet expanded, their workload was relatively reduced.

He can also be a wood sculpture with peace of mind.

It acts as a mascot on weekdays and is at the forefront of anything you encounter.

"Thank you, the king." Li Yong said.

"By the way. Speaking of expanding the cabinet, do you have any choice?" Wu Nian asked while the iron was hot.

Although he didn't care about the matter, he knew who he had. In an instant, there were many candidates in his mind.

But the cabinet ministers, this is not a good decision.

Wu Nian had to ask for advice from many parties before he could set him down.

The king and his ministers are united, without any scruples. Li Yong replied: "The king. Gongsun Sang, the Minister of the Ministry of Revenue, is a good master, and is loyal to the king. He is the only choice."

"In the court, the ministers, the ministers, and the chief officials of each department were excellent. In terms of ability, the old minister had no choice. However, in terms of identity, the old minister elected the left minister of the Ministry of Rites Cui Wushuang to the cabinet."

Wu Nian immediately understood Li Yong's intention. That day, when it comes to imperial examinations, he divided the quota for the admission of Jinshi into nine parts.

Liaodong people five.

The four people of Youyan.

Now that the cabinet is expanded, it would be unreasonable if there is no Youyan person among them.

Cui Wushuang has enough fame and ability. Although he does not have much advantage in ability compared to other excellent officials, he has an advantage in identity.

After thinking for a while, Wu Nian nodded and said, "Okay, I will consider it."

"Thank you, the king." Li Yong nodded and said.

Seeing that he was weak, Wu Nian stopped disturbing and asked his servants to come in. He left the bedroom with Li Ping. In front of the door, Wu Nian said to Li Ping: "Nephew. I asked Doctor Li from the Imperial Hospital to stay at your home. You must also take good care of your father. If you encounter any difficulties, tell me immediately."

Li Ping is about the same age as Wu Nian, but this nephew is not inconsistent.

"Thank you, the king." Li Ping said sincerely.

Wu Nian nodded, and after Li Ping's farewell, he left the Duke's Mansion, sat on the Luanyu, and returned to the palace. He summoned Liu Zhixing and Zhang Haiping in the imperial study room and asked about their opinions.

Things were decided.

As long as Li Yong is still alive and is not too confused, he will continue to be his secondary assistant.
Chapter completed!