The days when I was an obstetrician and gynecologist in Chang'an

Chapter 994 The Glory of the Extraordinary!

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Several other physicians from the Imperial Medical Bureau also stepped forward one by one: "Your Majesty, Physician Li's medical skills are superb, especially in the fields of ulceration and obstetrics and gynecology. Moreover, his management talent and innovative thinking far surpass ours."

"It is truly a blessing for the medical profession and a boon for the people that she is in charge of the 'Maternity Clinic'!"

Thus, the situation in the main hall was instantly reversed.

Minister Cui, Imperial Censor Wang, and others looked ashen-faced and were too embarrassed to utter any further rebuttals.

What Li San Niang presented were real, undeniable achievements and irrefutable truths.

On the dragon throne, Emperor Wu's lips curled into a barely perceptible smile.

Knowing the time was right, she said loudly, "Excellent! Li Qing's words are pearls of wisdom and every sentence makes perfect sense!"

With outstanding achievements and lofty aspirations, he is truly my right-hand man and a blessing to the people!

If we cling to old ways and insist on gender and seniority, thus abandoning such great talents, is that the behavior of a wise ruler? Is that a blessing for the nation?

I have exceptionally promoted Li Mingfang, not to violate the law, but in accordance with the very essence of the law—to reward those who have rendered meritorious service and to bring peace to the realm!

I want to tell the world that anyone who brings great benefit to the country and the people, regardless of their origin or gender, will be generously rewarded by the court!

This is the way to inspire the talents of the world, and the foundation for the strength and prosperity of our Great Tang!

The Empress suddenly stood up, her majestic gaze sweeping across the entire hall: "Li Mingfang's achievements are not comparable to ordinary military or political accomplishments; they are great achievements that benefit the people and consolidate the foundation of the nation!"

I promote her not for her sake, but for the sake of the entire nation!

If such merits are not rewarded handsomely, wouldn't it discourage people of virtue and ambition throughout the world?
This matter needs no further discussion!

My mind is made up!

Li Mingfang is promoted to Director of the Imperial Medical Bureau, a third-rank official, effective immediately!
She oversees all matters related to obstetrics and gynecology in the land and also serves as the head of the 'Peaceful Women's Medical College'!
You may submit memorials to the emperor directly!
I will reward you with another thousand bolts of silk and a hundred acres of fertile land!
I hope that Minister Li will live up to my expectations and the hopes of the people, and continue his efforts to achieve even greater success!

As soon as the emperor's voice fell, the entire hall fell silent.

"Your subject, Li Mingfang, accepts the imperial decree and expresses his gratitude!"
We must exert every ounce of our strength, even unto death!

Li San Niang knelt down before Emperor Wu at the head of the table, her voice firm.

"The sage is wise!"

The courtiers in the hall then shouted in unison, and this time, no one objected.

At the same time that Emperor Wu promoted Li Sanniang to the rank of Third Rank Official, he did not stop bestowing honors upon her.

After Li San Niang returned to the Imperial Medical Bureau to express her gratitude, Emperor Wu's gaze swept over the assembled officials once more, and she continued to announce her praise for the others in her calm and authoritative voice.

"The people are the foundation of the nation, and food is the most important thing for the people."

Emperor Wu's voice echoed in the hall, "I have long heard that agriculture is the foundation of the world, and only when the granaries are full will people know etiquette."

"Now we have Bi Qionglan, a female official of the Ministry of Agriculture, who is an expert in agriculture and has worked tirelessly for over a decade to ensure the food security of millions of people in our Great Tang Dynasty!"

As soon as Emperor Wu said this, many officials pricked up their ears.

Food is always the top priority for a nation.

"The wheat produced using this method is drought-resistant and disease-resistant, with large ears and full grains!"

Emperor Wu's tone carried a rare hint of appreciation: "Last year, we conducted a trial planting in three counties around the capital. Compared with ordinary wheat varieties, the average yield per mu increased by more than 30%!"
This is life-sustaining food, grain that keeps people alive!
If this policy were implemented throughout the land, our Great Tang Dynasty could collect millions or even tens of millions of shi of grain every year!
How many more starving people could be saved? How many more elite soldiers could be raised?
This merit will benefit future generations!

Emperor Wu looked down at the person whose name she had mentioned—Bi Qionglan, who was wearing a scarlet official robe, whose face bore the marks of wind and sun, but whose eyes were exceptionally bright and determined!

Bi Qionglan may not have had a legendary experience like Li Sanniang, but she was rooted in the fields, accompanied by soil and crops. She even traveled thousands of miles to the south at the age of over sixty to grow wheat!

Her achievements were equally significant, impacting the nation's economy and people's livelihood. A chorus of heartfelt praise arose from among the assembled officials.

Food has always been the most important thing!

Increase production by 30%!

These are real, tangible achievements that are enough to silence any doubters.

With Li San Niang as an example, who among the officials present would dare to raise any objections to Bi Qiong Lan's achievement?

Many officials have already begun to calculate in their minds how much the annual yield could increase if the new wheat varieties could be introduced to various prefectures and cities of the Tang Dynasty.

"I hereby promote Bi Qionglan to the rank of Junior Minister of Agriculture (third rank), in charge of the selection, breeding and promotion of superior varieties!"
He will also bestow upon the emperor a thousand bolts of silk, a hundred acres of fertile land, and a manor!

At this moment, no one in the entire hall stood up to oppose Emperor Wu's words.

A few breaths later, Bi Qionglan stepped out of the ranks, faced Emperor Wu, and said loudly, "Your subject, Bi Qionglan, thanks Your Majesty for your great favor!"

"I will do everything in my power to ensure that our Great Tang Dynasty will never again suffer from famine!"

Bi Qionglan's voice trembled slightly with excitement, but it was also filled with determination. Like Li Sanniang, she had spent countless efforts and made great sacrifices to get to where she was today.

She, they, deserve it!

Immediately afterwards, Emperor Wu's gaze fell upon a middle-aged official in the Ministry of Works' ranks.

"Chang Siyuan, Assistant Minister of the Ministry of Works, step forward to receive your appointment!"

A refined and scholarly official, yet possessing a craftsman-like pragmatism, stepped forward in response.

"Chang Siyuan was skilled in craftsmanship and compassionate towards the people."

The improved curved plow is lightweight and labor-saving, and can be used for deep plowing and weeding, which can double the farming efficiency of ordinary farmers and liberate countless animal and human labor!
The benefits of this one thing reach countless people throughout the world!

"His invention of movable type printing," Emperor Wu raised his voice slightly, "used clay to carve characters, which were then fired to harden them, allowing for typesetting and printing that was flexible and efficient!"
Compared to woodblock printing, it saves more than ten or a hundred times the time, effort, and materials.
From then on, the cost of printing books and disseminating culture and education was greatly reduced!

Students from impoverished families across the country can now hope to afford education.
Imperial decrees and laws can be swiftly transmitted to prefectures and counties!

This is a powerful tool for enlightening the people and consolidating education; its merits benefit the present and future generations!

Emperor Wu also held Chang Siyuan, this extraordinary person, in extremely high regard.

The curved plow was a real innovation in agricultural tools, but the significance of movable type printing was far more profound, bringing about a revolution in information dissemination.

"Chang Siyuan is promoted to the rank of Junior Supervisor of Works, a fourth-rank official, and given the position of Director of the Machinery and Equipment Innovation Department of the Ministry of Works!"
He will also bestow upon the recipient a thousand bolts of silk, a hundred acres of fertile land, and a hundred taels of gold!

"Your subject, Chang Siyuan, thanks Your Majesty for your great favor!"

Chang Siyuan stepped forward and bowed to express his gratitude, his face filled with barely suppressed excitement and pride.

He knew that this was not just a reward for him alone, but also a great affirmation from the sage of "investigating things to acquire knowledge" and the craftsman's skill.

He said in a deep voice, "Your subject will strive for excellence and use craftsmanship to create things, to help the sage create a prosperous era and benefit all people!"

The assembled officials in the hall were all deeply moved by this sight.

Emperor Wu's successive promotions today are all for achievements that have benefited the country and its people, and the talents he values ​​are all capable ministers and officials. His determination to govern diligently and to appoint people based solely on their abilities is clearly evident.

Li Sanniang, Bi Qionglan, Chang Siyuan, and others standing in the queue exchanged glances from afar, and they all saw the determination and passion in each other's eyes.

They knew that this was not just a personal honor, but also Emperor Wu's appreciation for the contributions these extraordinary individuals had made to the Tang Dynasty!

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