allonlinenovel Chapter 263: Parents love their children and have far-reaching plans
Chapter 263: Parents love their children and have far-reaching plans
Chapter 263: Parents who love their children will make long-term plans for them
With their thoughts in mind, father and son sought a quiet place for another long conversation, detailing their plans and aspirations for the future. After this in-depth discussion, Hongye had a clear vision of his path forward. Without hesitation, he embarked on a new journey, beginning with his training in the Ministry of Personnel.
As we all know, the Ministry of Personnel is a crucial department in the imperial court responsible for the appointment, dismissal, and assessment of officials. This involves numerous complexities. The so-called "Ministry of Personnel" emphasizes the delicate balance between fairness and impartiality and personal connections. How should one choose? Should one uphold the principles of fairness and impartiality, or indulge in the rigor of personal connections? This is a truly vexing question.
Look at those honest and upright officials who are dedicated to serving the public. Even if they receive excellent grades in three consecutive evaluations, they will only be promoted one level in the end and then transferred from their original positions to continue serving in other places.
On the other hand, some officials with deep connections, even if they barely meet the qualifying standards during their three-year term, can still rise to the top, not only being directly promoted to a higher level, but even having the prospect of being transferred to the capital to serve as officials. This difference is stark.
Because of this, those who can serve in the Ministry of Personnel and make achievements must be people who have experienced countless trials and tribulations and are well versed in the rules of officialdom.
Yinreng knew this very well, so he first arranged Hongye to this place full of challenges and opportunities. His purpose was nothing more than hoping that his son could quickly adapt to the huge and complicated bureaucratic system of the Qing Dynasty, deeply understand the rules and regulations therein, and when he ascended the throne in the future, he would not be manipulated by those cunning officials.
Fortunately, Hongye was not stupid. Thanks to the tireless teaching of his father and father, his wisdom and talents were fully demonstrated.
Not long after entering the Ministry of Personnel, Hongye gradually figured out the twists and turns of the situation with his keen insight and flexible adaptability. Moreover, his humble and friendly attitude won the recognition and love of many officials in the Ministry of Personnel, and he got along very well with them.
So much so that when he was dealing with several transfer matters later, even Yinreng himself checked them and couldn't help but nod in praise, saying that he was very talented.
A few days after resolving Hongye's issue, Hongchang couldn't wait to come to the door. This visit was obviously a decision made after careful consideration.
Because he had already made it clear that he wanted to make great achievements in the Ministry of Industry in the future and had made sufficient preparations for this, he mustered up the courage to take the initiative to meet the Emperor.
Yinreng was slightly surprised to see Hongchang coming to him at such a late hour. If it were anyone else, they would have lost their temper and rushed to ask for a job.
However, on second thought, considering Hongchang's usual calm and reserved personality, this behavior was in line with his style. After all, since he was a child, Hongchang has always been steady and cautious in everything he does.
Yinreng didn't express much opposition to his son's desire to join the Ministry of Works and become a craftsman. In fact, he and his wife had already discussed the matter privately. They both agreed that as long as a child truly enjoyed and was willing to devote himself to a career, then as parents, they should fully support him.
Hongchang bowed respectfully to Yinreng and said, "Your Majesty, I long to join my uncle in the Ministry of Works. I am fascinated by those intricate and complex mechanical gadgets and long to personally participate in them and delve into their mysteries."
Yinreng nodded slightly in agreement. "Well, if that's the case, then I agree to your request. Let me first assign you a position as a Deputy Director of the Ministry of Works. However, the items you're interested in are not yet manufactured successfully by the Ministry of Works, and there is a lack of relevant professional guidance and assistance."
But it doesn't matter. Now that you've made up your mind, just go for it! I believe that with your intelligence and unremitting efforts, you will be able to carve out a place for yourself in the Ministry of Industry."
Hongchang's jaw nearly dropped, his mouth wide open enough to fit an egg. This...he agreed so quickly? The Emperor didn't even give it a second thought!
He had fully prepared himself mentally, thinking that coming here today would inevitably lead to a scolding from the Emperor, perhaps even a lengthy lecture, and ultimately being left out in the cold for a few days. However, the situation before him was completely beyond his expectations. Hongchang was suddenly at a loss, completely bewildered, and stood there in a daze.
Seeing his normally clever second son acting so foolishly, Yinreng couldn't help but burst out laughing, his eyes narrowing into slits. "Alright, alright, stop being dazed! Actually, your mother and I already knew about your situation, and we've discussed it carefully in private."
We're a family, so what can't we talk about? As long as you've thought it through and decided to do it, and it's something you truly enjoy and are willing to work hard for, then go for it!
Don't forget, back when your uncle wanted to go into business, it was a first for our royal family! But even so, didn't your mother and I give him our utmost support without hesitation?
So, your father and your mother are not the kind of people who are pedantic and conservative. As long as what they do is beneficial to our Qing Dynasty and does not harm the interests of others for personal gain, we will fully support it.
After hearing these words, Hongchang finally came back to his senses from his confusion. He raised his head and looked at his father with red eyes, with an indescribable feeling of emotion surging in his heart.
He nodded vigorously and said firmly, "Father, please rest assured, Mother! I will not let you down and will do my best to achieve great things for you!"
Yinreng slowly walked to Hongchang's side, looking at the still young child with loving eyes, then gently raised his hand, patted Hongchang's slightly thin but energetic shoulders, and said earnestly: "Hongchang, just do things according to your ability.
Both my father and mother knew clearly that our Hongchang was a well-behaved, sensible, and kind-hearted child! Besides, you're still young, and the road ahead is long, with endless possibilities waiting for you to explore. Even if this attempt fails, so what? Has any great success in this world not been achieved through the lessons learned from countless failures?
I've heard from your fifth uncle that even someone as knowledgeable as him would be unable to provide effective assistance in the field you're currently delving into. From now on, everything will depend on you exploring step by step on your own, accumulating experience through continuous practice.
However, I want you to know that you are a very talented child, so there is no need to be afraid of difficulties, let alone anxious. Remember, no matter when and where you are, you always have your whole family standing behind you, and the entire Qing Dynasty will be your solid backing.
If you really encounter those difficult problems that you are at a loss for solutions, you might want to talk to your family. Maybe we can't solve your problems directly, but at least we can listen to your troubles patiently and help you release the accumulated anger in your heart.
Hongchang listened quietly to his father's words of deep affection and encouragement. His eyes reddened slightly, and his throat seemed to be blocked by something, and for a moment he was unable to speak. However, he nodded vigorously to show his father his firm determination.
And deep in his little heart, he had already secretly made a vow: to do his best to live up to the expectations of his father and elder brother, to build the Qing Dynasty into a more prosperous and peaceful country, to make the Qing Dynasty stronger, and to prevent those so-called powers from bullying the Qing Dynasty again.