ebookland Chapter 170
Chapter 170
Chapter 136: A Place to Use Your Skills
"I saw the imperial examination system you wanted to promote in Li Si."
Meng Tian said slowly, "This system can indeed select more talents for the Qin Dynasty, but at the same time, it may also subvert the foundation of our Qin Dynasty."
Fusu frowned, "Why do you say that, General Meng?"
"The Qin State values martial arts, and this is our tradition," Meng Tian explained.
"Everyone is trying to escape their class by going into battle and killing the enemy."
"But if your imperial examination system is implemented."
"Then many people may choose to change their fate through studying and taking exams rather than through military exploits."
"In this way, the Qin soldiers may feel that their efforts and contributions have become meaningless."
Fusu was shocked when he heard this. He had indeed not considered this before.
He always thought that the imperial examination system could select talents more fairly, but he ignored its possible impact on the traditional martial spirit of the Qin State.
"General Meng, your reminder is very timely." Fusu said with emotion.
"I really didn't consider this before. The implementation of the imperial examination system may indeed have a significant impact on the Qin soldiers."
Meng Tian nodded and said, "Your Highness, I am not against your imperial examination system, but I hope you can consider it carefully."
"If it is not implemented properly, it may cause unnecessary conflicts and disputes."
Meng Tian's words surprised and moved Fusu.
He did not expect that this general, who was famous for his bravery, would support him so firmly, even in the face of possible internal turmoil.
"General Meng, do you really think that you will still support me even if the imperial examination system may bring some instability?"
Fusu couldn't help but confirm again.
Meng Tian nodded, his eyes revealing determination and courage.
"Your Highness, although I, Meng Tian, am a military commander, I am not an unreasonable person."
"I can see that the imperial examination system you promote is for the long-term development of the country."
"Since this is for the future of Daqin, I will naturally give my full support."
After Fusu heard this, a warm feeling welled up in his heart. He had never expected that in the vortex of court struggles, there would be such a loyal and firm supporter.
However, Meng Tian's next words made Fusu feel a little confused.
"However, Your Highness, I am actually full of worries when I return to Xianyang this time."
Fusu frowned slightly, "General Meng, what's bothering you? Tell me about it, maybe I can help you out."
Meng Tian sighed and began to express his worries.
"Now that the six kingdoms have been destroyed, the border is basically stable, and our soldiers have almost no battles to fight on the border."
"During the previous war, although life was bitter and cold, the soldiers wanted to save their military merits and trained hard every day."
"But now, the soldiers' lives are still bitter and cold, and they have lost the way to gain military merit."
"They train hard every day, but they don't know what they are training for."
After hearing this, Fusu felt a surge of emotion.
He understood that these soldiers were heroes who had made great contributions to the Qin Dynasty, but now they were in such a predicament.
This is not only a confusion for the soldiers, but also a problem that the entire Qin Dynasty needs to face.
"General Meng, what do you mean..." Fusu asked tentatively.
"Your Highness, I have previously applied to the King of Qin to expand the borders and expand the territory of Qin, so that the soldiers can also use their skills."
"But the King of Qin refused."