When Kuang Gong's words fell, everyone in the hall unconsciously sat up straight and looked at the 22 Xia Scholars on the seats.
At this moment, many people were thinking about whether this meeting would choose one of the four soldiers to be the new Xia soldier, or would it be like the past few years, where no one would be chosen?
Although one Xia soldier didn't seem to have much of an effect, in reality, every additional Xia soldier would change the structure of the Commissar a little.
This was because every Xia soldier had the right to give advice to the higher-ups. All of the Xia soldiers had to protect their rights. This was also to protect themselves. Thus, they could be seen as individuals, but they could also be seen as a whole.
When these influential people worked together, it was easy to imagine how great their influence would be. As long as it did not involve the fundamental interests of the protectorate, many reasonable suggestions would be seriously considered and implemented by the protectorate.
Of course, this was also caused by the unique structure and environment of the East Court. After all, the Protectorate only had a population of three million, one-third of which was concentrated in Auspicious Light City. There were also relatively few higher-ups, so they could quickly communicate and deal with problems. After straightening out the affairs of Auspicious Light City, the entire Protectorate would have no problems. However, in Tianxia's territory, this was not the case.
At this moment, Xu Wenyue and the other two were extremely nervous. They clearly knew that their chances were not high, but they still held on to the slightest hope.
Yang Ying sat there, inexplicably feeling somewhat nervous.
At this moment, a few people were secretly observing Zhang Yu, as if they wanted to see something from his expression. However, they found that he was calm and composed, his expression very natural. There was no strange expression on his face, as if he didn't care about the gains and losses of this matter.
Footsteps sounded, and two rows of servants walked up to the soldiers of Tianxia. In their hands, they each carried a black plate with a red surface. Inside the plate were first-rate brushes, ink, paper, and inkstones.
This was to ask the soldiers to write down who they thought was the most suitable candidate, as well as the reason for their choice. Moreover, this would be recorded in a sealed file for future generations to read.
The moment Xia Shidai took the pen and paper, their expressions became serious.
It could be said that all of them were people who had protected their reputations for their entire lives. Therefore, they would never joke about their own reputations and the reputation behind them. Every single one of them was serious and meticulous when they wrote, and they would deliberate over and over again.
After half an hour, everyone finished writing and handed it to a civil official, who then sent it to the two oldest people here, Duke Kuang and Duke Yu.
The two elders, Kuang and Yu, put on their glasses and carefully read the name books. Every time they read a book, they would write their names at the bottom and stamp their names. Then, they would pass it down for everyone to read.
And every Xia Shi that received it, after carefully reading it, would also sign and stamp on it.
After the twenty-two Xia soldiers read through the books, they had a clear answer in their hearts. Everyone looked at Kuang and Yu, waiting for them to announce the results.
Duke Kuang glanced at Duke Yu and said, "You say it, or I say it?"
Duke Yu stroked his beard and glanced at him, saying, "You've already said so much, why are you still modestly declining to me at this time? You say it. "
Duke Kuang nodded. He tidied his clothes and appearance, and stood up. He first clasped his hands towards the seats above, and then turned around, saying, "I have discussed with the other officials, and have come to a conclusion for this selection."
Everyone couldn't help but hold their breaths, waiting for him to announce the results.
Duke Kuang's gaze looked at the four people at the selector seats, and finally focused on Zhang Yu, saying, "Zhang Yu, please come forward."
Hearing these words, the expressions of Xu Wenyue and the other two dimmed, and they were very disappointed.
Zhang Yu stood up from his seat, straightened his attire slightly, and then walked forward. He walked along the wide aisle to arrive among the soldiers, and then stood still on the main seat of the main hall of the Great Council Hall.
At this time, Duke Kuang slowly raised his hands and clasped them together, cupping his hands towards him, and said in a serious voice, "Honor is a scholar, honor is a scholar, and honor is a scholar! Teacher Zhang, today, the soldiers of the East Court have agreed to accept you as a scholar of Tianxia! May you live up to your reputation and honor, and live up to your people! "
After he finished speaking, he clasped his hands towards him.
At this moment, the soldiers on both sides stood up, clasped their hands together, and bent their upper bodies slightly forward, clasping their hands together.
Zhang Yu stood in place, raised his sleeves, and clasped his hands together.
At this moment, in the Great Council Hall, large sleeves fluttered in the wind, and the clear sound of jade resounded. At a glance, Tianxia's attire was everywhere, and Tianxia's attire was everywhere. The vast summer wind blew, and the hearts of those who missed summer spontaneously arose.
Seeing this scene, many people in the hall had complicated expressions.
In the past sixty years, many people in the Protectorate had tried to push the Protectorate to become independent, but other than those who were truly subversive, many people had been hesitant.
Yang Ying was incomparably excited at this moment, and she clenched her small fists tightly.
An Youting watched silently, thinking about something.
Xu Wenyue and the other two looked at each other. For some reason, at this moment, they felt as if a heavy burden had been lifted from their hearts.
At this moment, Duke Yu lamented, "It's a pity that there's no music. In the end, something is still missing."
He couldn't help but think of seventy-seven years ago, when he had bestowed the title of a scholar, the majestic sound of drums and bells had resounded in the Protectorate. Although the bells and drums were still there, there weren't enough people who could play these instruments anymore.
Duke Kuang said, "With the name and etiquette, even if there's no music, it's not a big problem." He looked at Zhang Yu and said, "Teacher Zhang, the soldiers of Tianxia all have the 'Scholar's Jade Seal' as proof of their etiquette. In a moment, I will carve the seal for you."
Duke Yu sighed and said, "The Scholar's Jade Seal needs to be made of green jade. This was brought from Tianxia by our ancestors and is not available anywhere else. Until now, there's only one palm left, and it's only enough for Teacher Zhang to use. After Teacher Zhang, we will choose another scholar. Without this as proof, I'm afraid it's only in name."
After becoming a soldier of Tianxia, one could be called a 'Scholar Lord'. However, in addition to the detailed records that had to be kept in the Protectorate, one also had to have a seal carved from green jade as one's own gift jade.
This thing was only available in Tianxia, and the more it was used, the less it would be used. If it wasn't for the fact that in the past sixty years, it would have been used up long ago.
Now, the remaining palm of green jade was just enough to be used as Zhang Yu's gift jade. Furthermore, although the Protectorate could also choose a scholar, without this thing, when one arrived in Tianxia, no one would recognize it. Unless this person's reputation and achievements were especially high, only then would Tianxia's Ministry of Rites have a chance to record them. However, this situation was almost impossible.
At this moment, another white-haired old man walked over, smiled warmly and said, "Teacher Zhang's Jade Seal, let me carve it. Please wait for a moment."
Carving green jade was not a simple matter, because this jade was almost indestructible. In order to work on this jade, one had to have a set of special skills and tools. These were the same as the green jade itself, and were naturally in the hands of these Scholars.
Zhang Yu clasped his hands together and said, "May I ask for elder's name?"
The old man immediately returned the greeting and said, "This old man is Huai Yi."
Zhang Yu said, "Then I'll have to trouble Duke Huai."
Duke Huai smiled, turned his head and said to the civil official in the distance, "I need to borrow the side chamber."
That civil official immediately bowed and made a gesture of invitation, saying, "Duke Huai, please come this way."
Duke Huai followed him into the side chamber. Not long after, he heard the sound of jade ringing coming from inside. It was like the sound of spring water, but also like the sound of a mountain stream. It was clear and pleasant to the ear, and echoed inside and outside.
After about half an hour, Duke Huai came out from inside. He held a green jade seal that was supported by a red silk cloth. Solemnly, he handed it to Zhang Yu and said, "Teacher Zhang, the Jade Seal is here. Please keep it well."
Zhang Yu raised his hands and received the green jade seal. He took it and observed it. The quality of this green jade was different from ordinary jade. The color was pure and flawless. It was a touch of sky blue, and it was warm and moist to the touch. The button on the top was a green cicada. On the other hand, it was engraved in red characters. On it was his name and Teacher Zhang's Jade Seal.
He looked at it for a moment, and like the other Scholars, he hung the jade seal on his body.
Duke Huai and the others saw that he wore the jade seal and said, "Teacher Zhang, please return to your seat."
Zhang Yu's gaze turned, and he walked to the left seat. He stood on a seat that had been left empty a long time ago.
At this time, the Scholars also returned to their seats. After bowing respectfully, they all sat down.
Zhang Yu also sat on his seat. From this moment until the end of the meeting, he had the authority to propose policies, inspections, regulations, abolition, and other matters to the Protectorate General.
At this time, Liu Fengquan took out a document that had already been written by an official. He looked through it and saw that there were no mistakes. Then, he signed his name and seal on it. This could be considered an explanation and witness for what had happened today.
After stamping, he handed the document back to the civil official. He then looked at all the Scholars in the Great Council Hall and said, "Gentlemen, since the Scholars have been selected, then the meeting should continue. Do you have any suggestions?"
At this time, Duke Huai thought for a moment and turned to look at Zhang Yu. He said politely, "Teacher Zhang, do you have any suggestions?"
As a Scholar, Zhang Yu had the right to make suggestions. However, those who had just become Scholars were cautious and would not make any suggestions.
Furthermore, usually, before the Scholars made any requests to the Protectorate General, they would try to communicate briefly with the Protectorate General. This was to better resolve the problem and prevent the two sides from falling into endless conflict and quarrel.
Thus, Duke Huai only asked this out of respect for Zhang Yu.
However, Zhang Yu was not polite. He nodded and said, "I do have a matter that I need to make a request of the Protectorate General."
Duke Huai was slightly startled.
Zhang Yu stood up. He took a few steps forward and once again stood in the middle aisle of the Great Council Hall. He turned to face upward, raised his sleeves, and clasped his hands. "I request that the case of the Xiuwen Courtyard fire from four years ago be reexamined!"
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