Chapter 53: Storms Rising
Mo Qiu stopped and picked up the stone lion that had fallen to the ground with one hand. He looked at the missing corner of the stone lion's head and listened to Gong Shangguo's words, but there was no joy in his eyes.
He founded the Mohist School because the alchemists had greatly influenced the national policy of the Dayue Dynasty, to the point that it was necessary to mobilize 300,000 corvée laborers and spend countless years to build a flashy Wanshou Palace.
I can no longer bear it. I don't need to bear it anymore.
He walked out of the Mohist martial arts school and began to preach his own ideas, and eventually integrated and simplified those ideas, eventually turning them into the Eight Principles of Mohism.
Knowing ghosts, will of heaven, respecting the virtuous, respecting the same, not following fate, not following music, saving funeral expenses, saving money! With knowing ghosts and will of heaven as the core concepts, the author constantly dismantles the words of the alchemists about seeking immortality and asking for the way, trying to use this to fight against the alchemists and wash away their influence.
Along the way, it cannot be said that all his efforts were ineffective, but the results were very limited.
It was not until a star fell from the sky in Yuzhou at night that the alchemists retreated without a fight. He then entered the palace to present the immortal stone, and only then did he gain the real attention of Emperor Zong Ming.
A big reason for this is that the Mohist school has never been kind to the alchemists since its founding.
Once the alchemists fell, their influence could not be eliminated so easily. Using Mohists to temporarily replace the alchemists was indeed a good choice.
But we should ask ourselves, is Mohism ready to become a prominent school of thought in the world? He can still teach hundreds of disciples and Mohists by words and deeds, and he can cover all aspects without making any mistakes.
Now that you have gained power, countless people are flocking to you. How can you tell which of them are sincere and which are fake?
Promote the benefits of the world and eliminate the harm of the world.
It always sounds simple, but this is not just a slogan, but what he really wants to do. How can he ensure that the Mohist school will not become a scourge to the world like the alchemists?
All the responsibility fell on him.
The eight principles of Mohism are not enough.
"A few days ago, after arresting the remnants of the alchemists, Jinyiwei Commander Lu An left the imperial capital with a group of good fighters. Where do you think they went?"
Mo Qiu spoke, but did not mention anything about the Mohist school.
"Of course we went to Yuzhou. It is almost impossible to send troops to besiege the martial arts master without being noticed. Most of the Jinyiwei are good fighters, so they are perfect for doing this kind of thing." Gong Shangguo said without hesitation.
The Jinyiwei was different from the imperial guards, who were responsible for the emperor's safety and would never leave the imperial capital. Only the Jinyiwei was the big hand that Emperor Zongming extended to the world, representing his personal will.
Emperor Zong Ming hated the alchemists to the core. It was impossible for Qingpingzi to escape with hundreds of alchemists without being retaliated. Moreover, there were still many immortal stones left in Yuzhou. Who would complain about having too many immortal stones?
"Yes. Now the emperor can't solve the problems in Yuzhou quickly and has to postpone his actions. But things will not just go away like this. Neither Huang Chao nor the White Lotus Sect leader are people who are content with what they have to endure. Once the immortal stone is digested, there will inevitably be chaos in the world!" Mo Qiu said firmly.
At this time, the big moon is like a wooden barrel filled with water. Just the slightest disturbance will cause huge waves.
Mo Jia temporarily reached out his hand to calm the barrel that was about to fall, but how long could it hold it back? "That is why Mo Jia must vigorously recruit disciples to prevent future changes in Dayue." Gong Shangguo said immediately.
"No."
Mo Qiu shook his head, "Quality is more important than quantity. The Mohist School is not trying to dominate the world, and it is better to have fewer disciples than too many. The superiors should set an example for the subordinates, and the orders should be enforced! Personal selfishness should never be used to destroy the unity of the Mohists. If it is impossible to make a thousand people act like one, it is better to keep only a hundred people!
Honest people are the bond of the world! If you want to join the Mohist School and become a Mohist, you must keep your word and act accordingly! I set an example myself, and I will not change my behavior in the world! "
Gong Shangguo frowned slightly. He and Mo Qiu were both teachers and friends. It was true that Mo Qiu founded the Mohist School, and he also spent a lot of effort and hard work. He wanted the Mohist School to be famous in the world. "If this is the case, I'm afraid there won't be many warriors and knights willing to join the Mohist School."
"Why should I be afraid of no one? The Mohist School was not founded for personal gain, and Mohists are not those who seek fame and gain." Mo Qiu did not care. Even if he was the only one here, he would not stop for a moment.
"good!"
A gleam of light flashed in Gong Shangguo's eyes. It was precisely because Mo Qiu had such a broad mind and ambition to embrace the world that he was willing to follow him.
In the winter of the 36th year of Zongming's reign, a group of alchemists led by Qingpingzi defected, and there are many different opinions among the people about the specific reasons.
In the same year, the news that Mo Qiu entered the palace to present the immortal stone spread throughout the world. Emperor Zong Ming praised Mo Qiu generously, implicitly shaping him into a contemporary saint. Before the matter of the alchemist was over, Mo Qiu's name had already spread throughout the world.
Emperor Zong Ming spent a huge amount of gold to buy the horse bones. As the only person who obtained the immortal stone and was willing to present it to the emperor, he showed great magnanimity.
Not only was Qingfeng Temple given to the Mohist school, but the Mohists were also allowed to travel the world with swords to eliminate violence and protect the good. Evildoers who did not involve officials could be captured first and then reported to the emperor. It was simply another weakened version of the Jinyiwei!
What is most concerning is that the Mohists do not need to abide by the strict rules of the palace and are not bound by too many rules and regulations.
Many people feel that joining the Mohist School is just like joining a sect or a gang. With such divine favor, the future of the Mohist School is bright. Why not rush over while the heat is on? What are you waiting for?
However, soon Mo Qiu sold the former site of Qingfeng Temple given to him by Emperor Zong Ming.
It was exchanged for large quantities of food to provide relief to winter disaster victims!
It is said that when Emperor Zong Ming learned about this, he clapped his hands and laughed, praising Mo Qiu as a rare loyal and honest man.
However, that night, the guards standing guard outside the Palace of Tranquil Longevity faintly heard the sound of something being smashed, as well as a slightly suppressed gasp. They almost thought that an assassin had broken into the palace at night and caused a small misunderstanding that was not worth telling to outsiders.
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After selling the old site of Qingfeng Temple, the Mohist School and the remaining Mohists, in addition to providing disaster relief, also built a number of thatched huts outside the imperial capital so that the heroes who came to seek refuge would have nowhere to go and would not be able to find them.
Mo Qiu personally came forward to explain the eight principles of Mohism.
In addition, Mohism has new rules.
For example, the leader of the Mohist school, Mo Qiu, is called the Great Master by the Mohists.
All Mohists must obey the master's orders, even if it means risking their lives! Of course, as a price, Mo Qiu himself will lead the way.
There is also the Mohist law: anyone who kills without reason will be put to death, and anyone who injures others will be punished!
There is no need to report to the government, the Mohists will deal with the maggots within themselves without leaving any room for them.
As soon as these words were spoken, the martial arts heroes who had heard the news and rushed to join him turned green in the face.
The court praises you like a saint, so you really think you are a saint?! You are just a dog of the court, and there are many rules!
I don't want to serve you anymore, bye!
The new rules of the Mohist school indeed reduced the number of people willing to join them, and even Mo Qiu's reputation, which was once rumored to be at its peak, suffered a considerable blow.
Some people even say that Mo Qiu is extremely ambitious and is definitely not a good person. Such rules are unheard of. How could someone who doesn't want to stir up trouble come up with such strict rules?
Emperor Zong Ming had just erected a saint, but before he had to put in any effort, it was already tottering.
In Yuzhou, the Jinyiwei finally stopped the martial arts master named Huang Chao. However, after just a few moments of fighting, Jinyiwei commander Lu An was seriously injured and was dying!
When the Jinyiwei were retreating, they ran into the ambush that the White Lotus had been waiting for a long time. The White Lotus leader personally went out and acted as if he was in an empty space. Only one out of ten Jinyiwei survived!
(End of this chapter)