"It is time to go and see,"
Si Fengwu nodded slightly, then said indifferently, "The young and promising individuals we selected were all personally trained by many of the great powers in the court.
Shao Nanchuan has long been capable of handling matters independently in the Northwest, and Wen Rusong's oversight of officials has also been quite effective.
Is it not a waste to have Chi Jingchuan and Nan Wushang confined to their own little corners?"
Si Fengwu was not indiscriminate in his selection of people; on the contrary, his criteria were very strict.
Because the personnel changes in the Daqian court had been too frequent in the years following Emperor Jingyou's demise, there were already very few capable individuals left.
Furthermore, he and Lu Qingwan had fought their way together, so the usable people were even more limited.
Therefore, those chosen to be his right-hand men not only needed to be sharp-minded and upright but also capable, ready to be deployed at a moment's notice.
With so much to do, there was simply no time for training.
Chi Jingchuan, Wen Rusong, Shao Nanchuan, and Nan Wushang happened to meet all his requirements.
First, regarding their family backgrounds, the Chi family, Prime Minister Wen, Imperial Son-in-law Shao, and Prince Nan had consistently aligned with him.
Moreover, their elders were all of upright character, posing no threat of any one family dominating or forming factions.
Most importantly, the elder statesmen were all leaders in their respective fields. Chi Jingchuan and the others, as heirs apparent to their legacies, had been influenced since childhood and had the benefit of excellent teachers.
They were precisely the kind of ready-made civil and military officials. If there were any insurmountable problems, external help could be sought, making them incredibly convenient to employ.
If talent is not fully utilized, how can one be content?
Lu Qingwan chuckled upon hearing this, "If Chi Jingchuan knew that we were only pretending to care about him while figuring out ways to burden him further and enslave him, he would surely weep."
Si Fengwu did not reply but looked at her with an expression that suggested he was simply watching her perform.
As he watched, Lu Qingwan could not help but blurt out, "It's just that Songshan Academy and the Military Academy have only recently been established. While they are full of energy, let them handle their current tasks first.
Once Songshan Academy and Jingshan Military Academy are running smoothly, and the civil and military officials in the court take turns lecturing at the academy, won't the two of them have free time to do other things?"
Si Fengwu knew that Lu Qingwan would not genuinely be content to have Chi Jingchuan and Nan Wushang stay in their own domains forever, but he truly did not expect her to come up with such an ingenious idea.
He was astonished, "Having court officials take turns lecturing at the academy and the military academy, what are you thinking?"
Lu Qingwan's ideas, however, went far beyond this.
Sensing the admiration in Si Fengwu's expression, she spoke animatedly with him.
"Not only will ministers lecture at the academy and the military academy.
After screening by the instructors of the academy and military academy, eligible students can also intern in positions related to their specialized fields before graduation.
The purpose of both plans is to allow students to understand the real court and battlefield as much as possible, shorten their adaptation time after graduation, and enable them to achieve practical results with fewer detours..."
Initially, their goal in taking over Daqian was merely to avenge Feng Qingheng's death. Now, they had unconsciously shouldered the responsibility for the Southeast Three Kingdoms and one part.
They were even joyfully planning the future of the Southeast Three Kingdoms and one part.
Si Fengwu looked at Lu Qingwan, engrossed in her own world, and a tenderness welled up in his heart.
"It's a good idea, but many court officials are proud and hold themselves in high regard. This matter requires slow negotiation.
Such matters cannot be resolved by my decree."
"I understand."
Lu Qingwan was somewhat excited by the grand vision she had painted. "It's simple for you to issue an order; you just have to open your mouth, and they have no choice but to comply.
But if they go unwillingly and are forced into it, who can guarantee the quality of the teaching!
For this matter, you don't need to issue an order. I will speak to Chi Jingchuan and Nan Wushang, and they can invite people themselves. At that time, you only need to provide them with a pass."
...
While chatting, they assigned a pile of new tasks to Chi Jingchuan and Nan Wushang.
Nan Wushang was still unaware that his workload had increased again. Upon hearing that Si Fengwu and Lu Qingwan were coming to his military academy, he eagerly went out to greet them.
In his excitement, he forgot the rules of the military academy and was almost hit by a stray bullet from a new trainee.
Lu Qingwan and Si Fengwu saw this scene as soon as they arrived at the military academy, immediately casting doubt on the quality of this institution.
Lu Qingwan even ignored Nan Wushang's presence and asked Si Fengwu directly in front of him, "Your Highness, are you sure it's reliable to have Marquis Nan manage this military academy?
Why does he seem a bit dim-witted?"
It was common sense not to stand behind the target during shooting and archery practice. How could the person in charge of a military academy almost be injured by a stray bullet from his own trainees?
Nan Wushang was originally scratching his head in embarrassment, but upon hearing Lu Qingwan's words, he completely disregarded his dignity and rushed forward, saying anxiously, "Your Highness Consort, you cannot say that!
You can question my intelligence, Nan Wushang, but you cannot question the military academy I worked hard to establish!"
Lu Qingwan's words were meant as a joke, but she went along with it, "Alright, I will not question the quality of the military academy. Would you perhaps lead us to see what this 'undeniable' military academy of yours looks like?"
Lu Qingwan's cooperative flattery made Nan Wushang a little embarrassed.
He gave a sheepish laugh, forced a serious expression, and said solemnly to Lu Qingwan and Si Fengwu, "Reporting to Your Highness, Your Highness Consort, these trainees have been enrolled for a full six months. Because they were selected from the backbone of the armies across various regions, they have been quick to absorb various skills.
I, along with Prince Nan, General He Hongchang, and General Chu Yuanfeng, discussed allowing them to conduct a practical combat exercise. If they perform well, we wish for them to graduate early.
Your Highness and Your Highness Consort have come at just the right time. Today is the last skill demonstration for this batch of trainees. Would you care to observe?"
Lu Qingwan raised a suspicious eyebrow, "Marquis Nan... you didn't perhaps know that my husband and I were coming, and you deliberately staged this for us, did you?"
Upon hearing that their superiors were coming for an inspection, they would pick the most outstanding trainees for a full-performance display.
Lu Qingwan looked at her and Si Fengwu, who were dressed inconspicuously, and then at the bustling Nan Wushang, and instantly felt the thrill of a secret royal visit where the wind had leaked, and they were engaged in a battle of wits.
Nan Wushang was almost speechless with laughter, "Your imagination is too vivid, my dear Princess Consort! If I truly intended to deceive you, I wouldn't have almost been grazed by a stray bullet myself.
It's just that I didn't want those brats below to know you two were coming, so I was perhaps too low-key..."