boyutpedia Chapter 299 A Major Earthquake May Be Coming to the Officialdom
Chapter 299 A Major Earthquake May Be Coming to the Officialdom
Just then, Ying Wuyou, with a smile on his face, continued unhurriedly, "There is another extremely crucial and unavoidable issue: the communication and coordination between departments. I'm sure all of you here are aware that in our vast court, communication breakdowns and delays due to personal relationships are common occurrences. Putting aside personal issues, discrepancies in the information exchanged, or unexpected situations causing delays, can all have serious consequences."
Upon hearing this, everyone in the court fell into deep thought. In truth, they had all experienced these problems caused by poor communication to varying degrees, and were well aware of them. Even the King of Qin himself was deeply aware of this. Therefore, when he heard Ying Wuyou point out these problems so bluntly, he felt even more that Ying Wuyou's insight was unique and incisive. So, the King of Qin immediately asked, "In that case, are there any effective solutions to this problem?"
Ying Wuyou continued, "Your Majesty, I believe that a unified system for official document circulation should be established. In this way, all official communications between the court and the government can be clearly recorded and accurately transmitted through this system. This will not only greatly improve efficiency but also ensure the authenticity and completeness of information. At the same time, regular inter-departmental communication should be held. This will give personnel from different departments the opportunity to communicate face-to-face, gain a deeper understanding of each other's work content and needs, and thus further strengthen their ability to cooperate and coordinate with each other."
Some nodded in agreement with the suggestion, while others pondered it. Ying Wuyou continued, "In addition, we need to establish an official position specifically responsible for coordinating the relationships between various departments. This person must be able to comprehensively analyze the conflicts between the parties and take timely and effective measures to properly resolve problems caused by poor communication. Another crucial point is that, in order to prevent personal relationships from causing unnecessary interference in official business, we must formulate an extremely strict set of rules for recusal. For example, if officials are related, they should absolutely not be allowed to participate in the decision-making of the same matter, and so on. Only in this way can we ensure that the handling of affairs in the court is fair, just, and orderly."
The King of Qin listened with a smile, his eyes full of appreciation. After Ying Wuyou finished speaking, he laughed loudly, "Jiayang, your suggestion is very well thought out!"
Ying Wuyou smiled modestly and quickly bowed, saying, "Thank you for your praise, Father. I have only done my bit of help."
The King of Qin nodded slightly, then his gaze slowly swept over the group of ministers who were still standing respectfully with their backs bowed, and he said in a loud voice, "Very well, my beloved ministers, please rise. The matters discussed today shall be implemented step by step as Jia Yang suggested. I hope that you will all work together to help our Great Qin prosper!"
Everyone was stunned. They had been discussing the bureaucratic system enthusiastically, so how did the topic suddenly shift like this? They looked at each other, full of doubt and confusion. At this moment, Wang Wan couldn't help but ask, "Your Majesty, about the bureaucratic system reform we've been discussing..." Before he could finish speaking, the King of Qin raised his hand to interrupt him.
The King of Qin narrowed his eyes slightly, seemingly pondering for a moment before slowly saying, "The systems you proposed, undeniably, each have their unique advantages and unavoidable disadvantages. As for which plan to ultimately choose, I need to consider it carefully. You should all return and think it over thoroughly. Remember, do not focus solely on your own gains and losses; know that only when the Qin Dynasty prospers can you live a better life."
After listening to the King of Qin's words, Wang Wan nodded thoughtfully, but still pressed on, "Then how should we deal with the views and suggestions that Princess Jiayang just mentioned?"
The King of Qin thought for a moment and said, "The problems and solutions that Jia Yang raised this time are indeed quite ingenious. All of you should go back and think about them carefully."
Upon hearing this, all the ministers bowed and shouted in unison, "Your Majesty is wise!" Then, the King of Qin waved his hand and formally announced the adjournment of the court.
Ying Wuyou slowly emerged from the main hall, mingling with the bustling crowd. Brilliant sunlight cascaded down like a golden waterfall, gently bathing her in its warmth. She looked up at the azure sky, as clear as a jewel, and took a deep breath, feeling the warm, fresh air fill her chest. Although she knew in her heart that the road ahead was long and fraught with difficulties, at this moment, she was filled with unwavering confidence in the future. She firmly believed that as long as she moved forward steadily, step by step, one day she would successfully change this ancient dynasty, allowing it to radiate new life and vitality.
In stark contrast to Ying Wuyou's initial elation, the opinions of almost all the ministers in the court towards her had drastically changed from admiration and praise to uncontrollable anger and resentment. Just moments before, during the morning court session, Ying Wuyou's series of solutions had struck the ministers like thunderbolts. She had proposed a strict oversight mechanism for every official, including periodic performance evaluations. Failure to pass the evaluations would result in demotion or even dismissal! What terrified the ministers even more was Ying Wuyou's advocacy for the implementation of the imperial examination system to select new talent. This undoubtedly meant a surge of fresh blood into the officialdom, competing with them for limited resources.
The thought of navigating the harsh and demanding world of officialdom filled these ministers with dread. They couldn't fathom the immense psychological pressure they would endure daily, walking on thin ice, constantly on edge, and how they would maintain their vigilance to avoid making mistakes. After all, they had entered officialdom hoping to secure a more comfortable and prosperous life through their positions. If Ying Wuyou's proposed new policies were implemented, wouldn't they be living in constant fear from now on? What would be the point of being an official then?
Today in court, due to the suddenness of the event, no one had time to think things through, and since no one took the lead in opposing it, no obvious resistance was shown at the time. However, now that the court bell has rung and the ministers have dispersed, as they calmly reflect on the events of the morning court session, they are all shocked and their panic is palpable.