You became an emperor by letting me AFK.

The temple is about to undergo a restructuring.

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Chapter 151 We must never be poor in education (4K)

The first naval battle in the history of the Great Qian Dynasty failed to cause any disturbance in Xiayi.

It's nothing more than something to talk about.

For an empire of this size, the slightest disturbance wasn't enough to make people truly feel anything amiss; everything returned to normal, and Feng Tianyin resumed her usual work. Only today was a little different.

He Yuan placed her resignation letter on the table.

"Your Majesty, I think the time is right. I still think it would be better to retire early and have more leisure time."

"...So much time has passed in the blink of an eye. It feels like your teacher just resigned not long ago."

A rare hint of melancholy appeared in Feng Tianyin's tone.

Time flies.

"Back then, the temple system of the Great Qian Dynasty was built by me and Yu Xue and our generation of scribes, and the step towards the feudal dynasty was accomplished with you. You have also achieved great success." She said, half reminiscing and half praising.

"I will focus on building the university and drafting the education plan, so don't worry."

"That's good, it can improve efficiency."

The high priest, who had just been trying to evoke emotions, suddenly changed his tune and started calculating efficiency, which amused He Huang.

She was pleased with her boss's often eccentric and inhuman behavior.

Grow up.

But not many.

“Speaking of which, Bayar, you’re resting too?” Feng Tianyin pointed to another person. “Your psychic talent is better, and you’re in good condition. You can definitely take on responsibilities for longer.”

Upon hearing this, she scratched her head and had no choice but to change her words: "It is entirely up to the High Priest to decide."

"This child may have a good first impression on you, but I didn't teach him enough back then, so his foundation is a bit weak and he may not be suitable for the current overseas strategy."

Gedentana offered a reminder.

The key point wasn't the content, but the advice implied in the words. Feng Tianyin, understanding the unspoken meaning, immediately approved it.

The teacher felt that the students were already tired enough and needed a rest.

Her subconscious question stemmed from the mindset of an immortal, thinking that she could still be used. But then she thought that Bayar was no longer young, so she might as well let go and find a successor. It would be good for them to relax.

“You have all done a great job over the years.”

Feng Tianyin, who never spoke nonsense, once again said goodbye with a touch of relief.

He Wan and Bayar bowed deeply to His Majesty. To them, His Majesty had shown them great favor, enabling them to achieve glorious accomplishments that would be remembered in history. Their relationship was no longer that of superiors and subordinates, but rather that of partners.

But I'm tired.

Not everyone can keep up with the High Priest's energy and be a workaholic.

The Great Qian Dynasty has just entered a period of stability, and it's not a place where the workplace environment is so harsh that one has to stay in their position to avoid being purged, so it's better to retire.

The two left respectfully.

Feng Tianyin glanced at their empty table, which completely symbolized their withdrawal from the core of the temple.

Jiang Bai then politely walked over and bowed.

Even knowing I'm going to take over, I feel nervous. My previous expectations have turned into uncertainty. I don't know how difficult the work will be, and what other problems I'll have to face...

"Don't be nervous, just act as usual. I'll help you during this initial period after you take office."

"Me too."

Gedentana smiled and echoed the sentiment.

The two men's relaxed attitude relieved Jiang Bai. Well, it was just like any other work environment, so there wasn't much difference. She had already encountered most of the tough problems, which actually made her feel more at ease.

The highest echelon of power within the temple still maintains a system of succession based on lineage.

But the people of Daqian see this not as primitive, but rather as a source of stability. They feel reassured and trustworthy upon hearing about the mentor-student relationship between the successor and the predecessor, which also allows the authority of the newcomer to continue.

There isn't even a concept of a term of office.

It should be said that "if the high priest thinks you can still do it, then keep doing it" means you have an extremely long working life, as long as you live long enough and have the energy.

Because He Wan, who has expertise in psychic health, has been in power longer than Yu Xue.

Jiang Bai, who has displayed powerful psychic talent since childhood, will only have a bright future ahead of him.

The superiors set an example for the subordinates.

For many scribes, wasn't the High Priest also their mentor in the academy? Thus, the entire temple's tradition was imbued with a strong sense of master-disciple dynamics. Of course, at the very top, there was the constraint of Feng Tianyin; as long as it was effective, that was fine.

Respect for teachers and the way of learning has at least a moral dimension behind it, which is better than a pure exchange of interests.

"Let's prepare for the formal inauguration ceremony."

Receiving authorization from the high priest is not the end of the matter; there must be a public announcement, which is not only a notification but also a platform to establish the authority of the newcomers.

the next day.

A grand event was held in the temple square, and amidst the attention of many, Jiang Bai accepted the seal handed over by Feng Tianyin.

Amidst fluttering flags and thunderous applause, a new cycle has begun.

Those present were all high-ranking officials of the temple, dignitaries, meritorious individuals, and representatives of officials from various regions. In terms of reach, it certainly could not compare to the common festivals where everyone could enjoy themselves, but in terms of prestige, it was second only to the sacrificial ceremony, and it was a gathering of the highest-ranking officials of the Great Qian Dynasty.

There are few occasions that can be compared to it.

It's highly likely that some important person has passed away and is being given a state funeral, which is why everyone has the rare opportunity to see them.

They genuinely looked forward to Jiang Bai's performance.

This one is reliable too.

As early as the latter half of He Wan's tenure, everyone witnessed the performance of this newcomer. She was truly capable of managing finances. Although she was considered a junior among He Huang's many disciples, she possessed both virtue and talent, enough to shoulder a heavy responsibility.

She took over the mantle during a time when Daqian was boldly pursuing progress in the maritime field, carrying with her a spirit of the times, embarking on a new journey alongside new talents.

Jiang Bai held the imperial seal with immense weight.

The audience applauded continuously, but Teacher He Huang smiled and waved.

The handover has been completed.

On the other side, Hou Yun, the former royal family of Qingzhou, and Fang Shu, the former royal family of Minyue, cheered with joy. After all, their seniors' promotion meant that their own paths would also broaden.

They also represent the excitement of the Southern Group.

After this period of dedicated work, someone has finally entered the upper echelons of the temple. In the future, Jiang Bai will definitely need to train students, and these two are suitable in all aspects, with everyone sharing the same interests.

"how do you feel?"

Feng Tianyin asked curiously, just as she had asked her two predecessors the same question back then.

Jiang Bai squeezed the seal and murmured, "It's like the weight of history. I am very honored."

She was increasingly understanding why the position of chief was special; after all, the appointment and removal of other positions would not be celebrated with such a grand ceremony, and the high priest would personally authorize and stand on the platform.

His Majesty is also endorsing his reputation.

The relationship between the emperor and his ministers in the Great Qian Dynasty was not one where the ruler was aloof and detached, only dealing with ministers when things went wrong. Instead, it truly gave people the feeling that "we are teacher and student as one."

This trust would not be spoken aloud by Feng Tianyin in her style.

But everyone knows that an authorization signifies her approval: "You are the best among the batch I've mentored at the academy," a statement of great value.

"Giving a victory speech would be a good idea."

Thank you everyone.

There was so much to say, but Jiang Bai started with simple lines.

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The chief clerk's inauguration ceremony concluded quickly.

The tradition of the Great Qian Dynasty has both the sense of the past of burning incense to worship the heavens and some modern elements, such as speeches, oaths and introductions of their own governance programs. Jiang Bai was a little tired after going through the whole process.

So busy.

However, the attention and expectations from everyone still give me a sense of pride.

I'm finally going to take on this heavy responsibility.

Compared to Jiang Bai's period of excitement, the experienced Feng Tianyin remained calm, continuing to work at her desk.

Political decisions are often delayed, or rather, the saying "no news is our duty" seems commonplace, so patience is crucial, and what she had to take over was the work that hadn't been handed over yet:

This "Draft Proposal for Compulsory Education" was submitted by He Huanggang.

It summarizes the current college system and the results of the pilot school establishment in Xiayi, and formulates the subsequent charter accordingly...

Very detailed.

It includes a series of things that require Feng Tianyin's approval, such as the location, size, and standards of the school. Only the High Priest can make the decisions, and at least she must be informed, as it concerns the next generation of the Great Qian Dynasty.

Of course, we simply copy the successful cases from the database.

Then, adjustments were made based on the current productivity level of the Great Qian Dynasty, ultimately forming a basic framework.

"You should take a look too."

Feng Tianyin read it through and said, "For now, we should focus on building a six-year compulsory education system. All departments should prepare the necessary resources and implement it as soon as possible."

Her emphasis on it was evident to all, and her subordinates understood that it was a high-priority project.

Six years is just right.

Too much funding would strain the budget and be impractical, while too little wouldn't be enough to cover the children's rapid growth period. Furthermore, it must be considered that Daqian is still primarily an agricultural society, where intensive farming by family units is common, meaning children have to do farm work at a very young age.

Even the people in the temple had experienced this kind of childhood.