To the First Emperor of Qin: The state has decreed this!

Chapter 175 This is way too easy! It's a complete waste of time!

at the same time.

Inside the 749 Bureau Command Center.

Chunyu Yue's voice came through the speakers clearly.

"Ah! This..."

Mr. Wang, a master of Chinese studies, was urgently invited to provide assistance.

He paused for a moment after hearing the question.

He then chuckled and said:

"Chief Zhu, this question is very simple!"

"There are countless examples and sentences in classical texts that refute this argument!"

"Using our large model or a quick search on the internet, we can find the optimal solution immediately!"

"The ancients' skill level was actually quite mediocre!"

Commander Zhu Feng scratched his head somewhat embarrassedly:

"Mr. Wang, thank you for your hard work. The main problem is that we really..."

Mr. Wang waved his hand and said solemnly:

"To be able to contribute to such an important national project!"

"This is the greatest blessing of my life; how could it be considered hardship!"

After saying that, he immediately put on his headphones and began explaining into the other end:

"Comrade Zhang, don't panic!"

"His arguments seem irrefutable, but in reality, they are full of flaws!"

"Listen carefully, we'll use Confucian classics to refute Confucianism! Its Achilles' heel is right there in the Book of Documents..."

……

At Xianyang Square.

After Chunyu Yue's quotations from classical texts.

Zhang Fan stood there, remaining silent for a long time.

Upon witnessing this scene.

The civil officials instantly found an outlet for their frustrations.

"Why are you so quiet now? Where did your arrogance go?"

"Heh, the professor hit the nail on the head, huh? Speechless now!"

"He's just a country bumpkin, spouting nonsense. The moment he encounters genuine teachings from sages, his true colors are revealed!"

"Your Majesty! This man has run out of words! It is clear that his claim about the imperial examination system is utter nonsense!"

They seemed to have forgotten about the two corpses, Wu Liang and Luo Lang!

All fears and anxieties were cast aside under the common goal of upholding class interests.

In any case, the nomination system must never be changed!

This is their bottom line!

It is a guarantee for future generations!

Just when everyone thought Zhang Fan would be speechless, he smiled slightly and stepped forward calmly.

He first bowed to His Majesty!

He immediately raised his eyes, his gaze clear as he looked at Chunyu Yue:

"Dr. Chunyu quoted from the Book of Documents, saying 'There is an order of rank and seniority, and a distinction between elders and juniors,' which is truly well said!"

He paused, his smile becoming somewhat amused:

"But when you read the Book of Documents, you probably only read half a sentence, not the whole sentence, right?"

What?

Chunyu Yue was taken aback.

The officials were immediately in an uproar!

How dare Zhang Fan question Taibo's level of expertise?

Before they could even start cursing,

Zhang Fan's voice suddenly rose in pitch, each word a gem.

The Book of Documents, in the chapter "The Mandate of Cai Zhong," states: "Heaven has no favorites, but only assists the virtuous!" It also says: "The Way has its ups and downs, and governance changes according to customs!"

"May I ask Dr. Chunyu—is this 'virtue' based on bloodline or talent?"

"If one is born into a noble family, even if one is mediocre and foolish, is that still considered 'following the proper order of rank'?"

"If one were born among the common people, even if one were a person of great talent and ambition, would that still be considered 'disrupting the established order'?"

"What you're doing isn't quoting the Book of Documents; it's hoarding your own family's rules, not using them as a public resource!"

Upon hearing these words, the impoverished scholars in the audience felt as if their vision had suddenly been enlightened!

His previously dull eyes instantly lit up!

The officials turned pale, never expecting Zhang Fan to be able to cite classical texts so precisely in his counterattack!

On the dragon carriage.

Ying Zheng's expression remained unchanged, but he was already amazed in his heart, and his gaze towards Zhang Fan became even more astonished.

Chunyu Yue's face turned pale, clearly not expecting this attack.

Zhang Fan gave him no chance to breathe, pressing forward relentlessly!

"You say that the imperial examination system, which allowed commoners to share the stage with nobles, is a violation of the fundamental principles of morality!"

"Then let me ask you:"

"King Tang of Shang rose from humble origins, and King Wen and King Wu of Zhou rose from the land of Xiqi. Could it be that their ancestors also disrupted the established order?"

"Among the ancient sage rulers, Shun rose from the fields, and Fu Yue was raised from among the builders!"

"They select the virtuous and capable, regardless of background. Doesn't this disrupt the proper hierarchy?"

He suddenly pointed at Chunyu Yue, his voice sharp and stern!

"The 'fundamental principles' you speak of, are they the fundamental principles governing all people under heaven, or the fundamental principles governing the former nobles of the six states?"

"Is it the foundation of governing a country, or a biased tactic for protecting personal interests?!"

The people understood these words completely!

It turns out that the "rules" these officials talked about were just a way to protect themselves!

In an instant, angry criticisms surged towards the officials!

"Shameless!"

"So it was all for their own benefit!"

"Down with the old aristocracy!"

The officials were blushing with embarrassment and were even more anxious.

How is that possible!

Zhang Fan is just a mere alchemist!

How could someone have read so many books?

Ying Zheng's lips finally couldn't help but curl up slightly!

What a Zhang Fan!

well said!

Chunyu Yue was utterly shocked.

He couldn't understand how Zhang Fan could be so familiar with these classic texts!

Even more adept at it than he, a Confucian scholar?

Zhang Fan's momentum surged, and he continued,

"Furthermore, regarding hierarchy—in our Great Qin, hierarchy is based on law, not bloodshed!"

"It's about merit, not clan!"

"Those who have rendered military service should be granted titles, and those who are talented should be appointed to official positions—this is only natural!"

"If social status is determined by birth, then those who hold high positions without merit or merit will occupy them, thus hindering national affairs!"

"This is truly defying destiny, violating ethics, and disgracing the sages!"

His voice turned serious.

"The scholar uses the Book of Documents to protect his hereditary privileges and uses rites and doctrines to block the path to virtue and talent. This is not respecting antiquity, it is slandering antiquity!"

"This isn't governing a country; this is ruining it!"

These concluding remarks are the final word, the definitive statement!

The entire audience fell silent!

The people were shocked by these remarks, even though they couldn't understand much of them!

but!

The hierarchy in the Great Qin Dynasty is based on law, not blood!

Merit matters, not lineage!

They understood those two sentences!

Every word felt exceptionally pleasant!

"good!!!"

It's unclear who was the first to shout it out, but it instantly ignited the crowd in the entire square!

"Well said! It's about merit, not clan! Absolutely right!"

"The immortal master has spoken our minds!"

"Why are they born officials, while we're born to farm our whole lives!"

"Your Majesty is wise! The Immortal Master is wise!"

"..."

The enthusiasm of the people was completely ignited, and cheers that were as loud as a tsunami resounded through the sky!

The civil servants were thoroughly refuted by this theory, and their faces grew increasingly grim!

Chunyu Yue.

This great Confucian master was now ashen-faced!

He opened his mouth as if to say something, but couldn't utter a single word in rebuttal.

Zhang Fan turned around and addressed Ying Zheng in a loud voice:

"Your Majesty's legislation, selecting the most talented people in the land to govern together, aligns with the impartiality of Heaven and the will of the people!"

"Yet Dr. Chunyu, relying on his private school, criticizes His Majesty's impartial laws!"

"I dare to request that the scholar first read the entire *Shangshu* (Book of Documents)!"

"Let us now discuss the two words 'fundamental principles' with the people of the world!"

This statement is clear and powerful!

His tone was also tinged with disdain and impatience.

……

The Book of Documents, "The Mandate of Cai Zhong," states: "Heaven has no favorites; it only assists and protects those who are virtuous!"

The Book of Documents, "The Proclamation on Wine," states: "The Way has its rises and falls, and governance changes according to customs!" (Government decrees and systems must be reformed in accordance with the changes in customs and the times.)

"Your Majesty's legislation, selecting the most talented people in the land to govern together, aligns with the impartiality of Heaven and the will of the people!"

(Note: Your Majesty has enacted laws and selected virtuous and talented individuals from across the land to govern the country together; this aligns with the principle of Heaven's impartiality and fairness, and with the popular sentiment of the people's sincere allegiance.)