As soon as Sun Tu said this, not only others, but also Tong Guan, who was very cunning and unrestrained, was a little surprised. This was the first time that someone had refused his support so directly. Could it be that the other party was using the trick of retreating to advance?

Sun Tu also discovered the problem at this time and explained: The Taiwei was forgiven for his crimes. Although he was not talented, he was willing to serve the court, but he really didn't want to be an ordinary military soldier in Guizhou. It would be better to go back to Yuncheng County to live a poor but still comfortable life.

The Song Dynasty's emphasis on literature and military suppression was reflected in all aspects. One of the most serious ones was that it would tattoo the faces of ordinary soldiers of the official army, just like those prisoners who committed serious crimes and were imposed on the remote prisoners, so there was the saying that the thief was a soldier. And this tattoo would be like this for a lifetime and would become an insult that would never be erased. Even Di Qing, who was the deputy envoy of the Privy Council, made countless contributions to the court, still had such a mark on his face.

Even though Sun Tu had the intention to serve the country, he could not accept such a mark on his face, so he immediately declined Tong Guan's support.

Tong Guan, who was still a little unhappy in his heart, couldn't help laughing after hearing his explanation, and shook his head. Fang Qian smiled at the right time: Sun Tu, you underestimate Tong Shuai's use of your heart. Since we want to use you, we will naturally give you a good future. How could we just be Qiu Ba who must be a Qianbei?

Please follow me and sit down and talk well. Tong Guan didn't want to be too many people discussing this matter, so he turned around and walked to the flower hall next to him. Sun Tu did not hesitate, so he gave Tong Mu a wink and followed.

Tong Guan sat down and brought a drink from his own slave - a soup made with various cooling or warm medicines that are quite popular nowadays - even Sun Tu and Fang Qian got a bowl. After taking a sip and moistening their throats, Tong Guan smiled and said: Sun Tu, with your ability, I will not let you start as a military soldier, but want to get you an official, of course, you can only be a military officer. However, as long as you have a suitable assignment, both civil and military can serve the court and have a chance to stand out.

Among many dynasties in history, the Song Dynasty was indeed a very strange existence in terms of official system, which was very different from other dynasties. Officials in the court actually had two to three identities, one of which was the official, or the mail official. This position represents the rank of the official in the court and the salary he could obtain every year. But in fact, almost no official really had a bad job in this position.

The dispatches received are the official position that the official is now in. The real power he holds is also the fundamental reason why he can make political achievements and be promoted. In fact, the number of people with officials inside and outside the court is far greater than the number of dispatches. This is one of the reasons for the redundant officials and redundant officials in the Song Dynasty.

In fact, the reason why the Song Dynasty created such a strange and complex official system was related to his injustice in establishing the country. Because of his guilt, he did not trust his subordinates and officials. He always wanted to separate power. This was true for military generals and civil officials. Because the official's dispatch can be replaced at any time, and the emperor didn't even have to find any reason. He could replace him with an edict.

This time Tong Guan could promise to ask Sun Tu to ask for an appointment, which was even more difficult than helping him get an official position. Although the official position that was able to gain a rank in the Song Dynasty was actually quite rare.

It was not until he understood the weight of Tong Guan's words that Sun Tu was moved by it, stood up solemnly, and thanked Tong Guan: Thank you for your support in the cultivation and support of yourselves. He has made up his mind to live up to his expectations. In the past few months since he came to this era, he has understood how difficult it is to become an official at this time, so naturally he will not let it go.

Seeing this, Tong Guan laughed with satisfaction. This kid is quite smart and reacts quickly. He even quickly caught the title of people around him and called him like that. But then he turned his face sour: But don’t thank me too early. All I can do is give you a chance to become an official. As for whether you can jump over the dragon gate, it depends on your own ability.

Seeing that Sun Tu was a little confused, Fang Qian explained on the side: In February next year, the Third Class Court will have a shooting test court to promote some military generals who have made contributions in the border areas to become officials. At that time, Tong Shuai will recommend you to participate. If you can stand out from it, you can find a position as a ninth-rank military officer. However, there will be quite a lot of competitors with you at that time, and most of them are good players in the army. If you can't compare with them, then Tong Shuai will not be able to take care of you even if you are willing to take care of you.

As the name suggests, the so-called shooting test palace court is to use its own shooting skills and martial arts in front of the emperor. This is one of the few channels in the Song Dynasty that emphasizes literature and over military affairs that can allow military personnel to become officials. Moreover, this is different from the imperial examinations that appear every three years, and it is always irregular.

In addition to those generals who are of low origin but have made contributions to the army and have been recommended by important officials in the border areas, senior officials in the court, such as Tong Guan, can recommend candidates to the court.

Sun Tu was very confident in this. He believed that with his martial arts and his fair shooting skills, he should be able to pass this test.

By the way, I have read some books after listening to your conversation? Fang Qian asked again.

Sun Tu could only say vaguely: I am just a rough understanding of the text.

That's good. At that time, you might ask you to write a question. As long as you don't even write the words, it's not a problem. Obviously, Fang Qian has been exposed to such things in the past, and he is quite clear about the tricks: there is also riding skills, can you do it?

Now he asked Sun Tu. Although he had ridden a horse in his previous life, he only played with it due to the limitations of the times. As for the current lack of horses in the Song Dynasty, he had almost never had any contact with horses. How could he have good riding skills?

Then you have to spend some time practicing more next. The shooting test hall test not only tests the step shooting, but also the riding shooting level.

Seeing that Sun Tu looked embarrassed, Tong Guan smiled and said: You go to the stable to ask for a horse later. You can spend more time learning riding in the future, so don’t let me lose face. Since you are about to support Sun Tu, he will naturally give him enough good intentions. This is exactly the style of their behavior. As long as you really want to win over someone, you will definitely give him enough benefits, otherwise the treacherous party will not be so powerful.

Sun Tu quickly thanked again, and then said hesitantly: But there is still a difficult thing to do.

Let me tell you. Fang Qian replied on behalf of Tong Guan.

So I was able to come to Tokyo to meet the errands in front of the county government. But today, the errands have not yet been settled. As he said that, he briefly explained his experience in the Ministry of Revenue.

This is just a trivial matter. Tomorrow, you can just take my famous post to the Ministry of Revenue and get things done. Tong Guan smiled disapprovingly and said, "This matter is really not worth mentioning to him. In comparison, it is more difficult to add Sun Tu's name to the list of the Instrument Palace.

After this thought was resolved, Sun Tu finally calmed down. His face suddenly showed an excitement on his face when he left. He knew that his chance to turn over was finally coming. After all, his previous experience had already made him clearly feel the great difference in class in this era. It was too important whether he could become a Shangguan.

And in the flower hall, after seeing Sun Tu leave, Fang Qian smiled and said: This guy still showed his thoughts after all. It seems that he is not really indifferent to fame and fortune, and he still has something to ask for.

Who can truly achieve no desires and no desires in the world? If there is really something, I am afraid that eight out of ten are fake. This is great. As long as there is something, I can help him achieve what he wants, and then he will naturally be able to use it for me. Tong Guan smiled and said. He was obviously very satisfied with this result.
Chapter completed!