Collapse, surrender to me!

Although some people expressed admiration for Gray's great power, others expressed concerns that with such a large scope, it would be difficult for examiners to monitor whether there was cheating.

"There's no way to cheat."

Gresh shook her head.

Cheating means someone leaks the test questions, or there is a fixed pattern, like the eight-legged essay, so that one can cheat with the answers.

When these Han Dynasty people first saw the questions posed by Gray, they were probably completely confused.

The same is true.

The hotel room had a big, soft bed, and some people even spent an hour trying to turn the lights on and off.

But most people ignored these external objects and looked at the test paper on the table.

Those who can make it to the state examination all have some aspirations and abilities.

But even so, his eyes widened.

This test paper is large and in color.

It was none other than the world map of 184.

Although it was unbelievable, since the Immortal Emperor had put out this map, he certainly couldn't be teasing them.

There was even an instruction manual on the map, teaching them how to zoom in and out on the areas on the map.

"The territory of our Han Dynasty is so small!"

"I never thought there would be a country with a territory comparable to our Han Dynasty!"

"It's a great honor to be able to see this map!"

Reactions from these future Han officials varied.

But everyone's attention was focused on the topic of this state exam -

[This is the current world map. If you become the Han emperor, what should you do? ! ]

For a moment, everyone looked solemn.

Fortunately, Grayshu's world map would show the approximate population, military forces, economy and other status of other foreign countries, so they didn't have to guess randomly.

……

"Kill! Today, our great Han army is strong and powerful. How can a mere barbarian resist the might of our great Han cavalry—"

Gongsun Zan wrote with his blood boiling.

Then I got stuck halfway through writing it.

Originally, he had been fighting against the northern nomadic peoples with a tough attitude, fighting bravely and dominating the border areas.

After seeing the world map, he just wanted to defeat all these people.

But the problem is that he can't even deal with these northern nomadic peoples.

Not to mention attacking those countries whose population is no less than that of the Han Dynasty.

But foreign tribes like these are really difficult to deal with. They run away if you can't defeat them. They have no cities or lands, so it's very difficult to wipe them out.

But he was also unwilling to give up his position.

So I crossed out what I had just written and replaced it with a more euphemistic statement.

"Foreigners are ignorant of education and fear power rather than virtue. Only by using a large army to scare them and prevent them from invading can we expand the territory of our Han Dynasty... Liu Yu and others are so naive that they want to appease them through education. Foreigners are ambitious and will never think of you! "

……

Here, Gongsun Zan was thinking about how to get Grayshu to agree with his plan of fighting.

On the other side, Liu Yu, who had always been at odds with him, also started writing.

"We should educate and educate people, trade with foreign races, and spread our Han culture, so that we can have long-term peace... For example, General Gongsun has been killing people one after another, and there is a deep hatred between us. How can there be peace? If we use this to conquer the world, all races in the world will be enemies of our Han Dynasty!"

Chapter 487: The eighteen princes attacked Himiko!

No matter who it is, there is only one thought in his mind.

That means all other lands in the world belong to the Han people.

In fact, if you throw this map to the Roman Empire next door, the effect will be similar.

Soon, all the test papers were delivered to Grace.

Gray took a look and felt very strange.

Because the question she asked was what you would do after becoming emperor.

But the answers on these test papers seem to show that they are strategists and generals.

But there was one person who answered her question very honestly.

Simple, just thirteen words.

"If I become the Emperor of Han, I will abdicate to Emperor Gexian."

Gray Xiu: “?”

So after going around in a big circle, you're back here, right?

Matryoshka is prohibited.

But the process has come to this point, the worst that can happen is that she can just appoint someone at random to be the emperor.

She has read the Romance of the Three Kingdoms and knows who the capable people are. The answers on these test papers also show that they are worthy of their reputation.

There are so many talented people in this era, so can't we just choose them randomly?

Just like Zhuge Kongming whom Grace liked... No, Kongming is only three years old now.

She thought about it, picked out thirty or forty test papers, and gave orders to let these people take part in the palace examination.

……

Outside the palace, as soon as the list of candidates for the palace examination was announced, those who saw that they were selected immediately gathered together.

In the center is a huge mahogany table, which is filled with various delicious dishes and exquisite wine utensils.

There were low cushions arranged around the table, and everyone sat on the ground.

"I don't think I need to say much about this gathering of all of you."

Taiwei Yang Ci, Situ Yuan Huai, Sikong Zhang Ji.

The three ministers gathered together, ostensibly to congratulate the court on the arrival of new blood.

In fact, it was just to remind everyone who was about to meet Emperor Gexian.

"The Gexian Emperor will return to heaven one day, but he will stay here for as long as he can."

As soon as Yang Ci opened his mouth, he set the tone.

Although at the beginning, they did hope that Grey would choose a qualified emperor.

But now.

Really fragrant.

People have their limits. To say something that goes against our ancestors' words, even if Emperor Gaozu or Emperor Guangwu were reborn, there would be very little they could do.

Yang Ci and others will also support Grace.

And according to Gaozu's personality, he might be the first to be dazzled and then lick her faster than anyone else.

From this perspective, it doesn't go against our ancestors.

"We'll know."

Everyone below nodded.

……

The next day, all the capable ministers and generals of the Han Dynasty gathered in the palace.

Grayshu looked at the people in front of her and couldn't help but feel a little emotional.

If there had been no involution, this dynasty would probably have become stronger and stronger.

After all, there are still a large number of capable people who are still being fed.

There is no problem of a lack of successors.

What questions would be asked in the palace examination? Grayxiu really hadn't figured it out.

It would be better to let these people practice it.

But before that, she made it clear.

"I left a thought in the imperial seal. No matter whose surname is, only the one who can pick up the seal can become the emperor."

Grayshu is not against a family monarchy. As long as your son is strong enough, he can be the emperor. But if not, forget it.

"Can you accept it?"

"..."

Everyone looked at each other.

Emperor Gexian wants to change the rules back to the ancient system of abdication.

The most famous ones are naturally Yao, Shun and Yu.

The system of abdication actually carries no fewer risks than the hereditary monarchy.

During the implementation of the abdication system, although the clan leaders demonstrated selflessness and the recommendation of talented people, in actual operation, this system often ran into problems due to the high concentration of power.

For example, Yao "abdicated" the throne to Shun, and Shun abdicated to Dayu. This change of power was regarded as a manifestation of noble morality.

However, there are also some examples in history, such as King Kui of Yan, who followed the example of Emperors Yao and Shun and voluntarily gave up the throne to his prime minister Zizhi, which eventually led to political chaos in the country and a tragic ending.

So although in theory this is a more reliable "rule by sages", in practice, due to the decentralized nature of its political system and the concentration of power, this system faces challenges in managing large countries.

In addition, the implementation of the abdication system also depends on the personal character and wisdom of the leader. Once the leader makes mistakes or behaves inappropriately, it may have serious consequences for the country.

Ultimately, no one knows whether this leader is capable or not.

But now that we have the Imperial Seal passed down through the guidance of the Immortal Emperor, there shouldn't be any major problems.

"I have no objection."

"Well, in that case, next we will test your practical ability."

Gray practiced Buddhism.

"Choose a place as the battlefield."

"The slave country."

Grace glanced at the person who was speaking. He was very young, but unusually calm.

It is Xun Yu, Xun Wenruo, who is just 21 years old now.

"What's the reason?"

"Gold and silver."

Xun Yu said.

"According to the map given by the Immortal Emperor, the reserves of gold and silver mines in Weinu Kingdom are astonishing. In the future, if our Han Dynasty wants to swallow up the world, money and food are indispensable. The Immortal Emperor has solved the food problem with high-yield crops, so the next step is to stockpile the treasury in preparation for war."

There is nothing wrong with what Xun Yu said. Japan is located in the Pacific Ring of Fire and Earthquake Belt, where crustal activity is frequent. This geological activity provides favorable conditions for the formation of precious metal mineral resources.

In particular, silver reserves are particularly abundant in Japan.

Among them, the Iwami Ginzan Silver Mine was discovered in the 16th century and was one of the world's most representative silver deposits in the th and th centuries.

The development period of Iwami Ginzan overlapped with the period of commercial development in Japan's economic history, and its silver production accounted for one-third of the world's total silver production at the time.

Moreover, the Weinu Kingdom is not that difficult to conquer.

"What about you? Do you have any other opinions?"

Gray asked.

"What Wen Ruo said is very true. We have no objection."