Chapter 408 How many enemies have you killed?
The scholars were extremely arrogant.
They considered themselves well-read and knowledgeable, and could quote classical texts with ease.
As long as the occasion is lively enough, they can turn everything into their own home turf.
However, they misjudged the people.
If Shangguan Jin were here, she would definitely say, "This is a case of giving someone a huge stage and making them lose face the most..."
The scholars had a solid theoretical foundation and were also very eloquent.
But they overlooked one thing.
The Great Yu Kingdom was founded on warfare, a stark contrast to the previous dynasty's policy of promoting Confucianism.
Moreover, in recent years, there have been too many issues that ordinary people have been involved in discussing.
In the past, even if ordinary people had the opportunity, they dared not speak up.
They were afraid of saying something wrong and being ridiculed by everyone, and they were also afraid of bringing disaster upon their family.
People today don't consider these things.
Aren't there enough issues that people are already discussing?
Not to mention anything far in the future, just this year the Empress gave birth to twins, a boy and a girl, and there was also a timely rain from heaven.
Who among the people of the capital did not participate?
From three-year-old toddlers to elderly people, who wouldn't share their opinion?
People today are different from those of the past; they all have their own ideas about everything.
Simply put, everyone has a brain now!
Therefore, when these scholars flocked to Chunbuwan and began to spout nonsense, saying that the imperial bestowal of official titles upon the craftsmen would ruin the foundation of the Great Yu state, many people became unhappy.
What do you mean by destroying the nation of Da Yu?
Does possessing a national treasure mean destroying the nation of Chongqing?
Or perhaps these scholars harbored wicked intentions, plotting to destroy the nation's most important asset...
Upon reflection, everyone immediately elevated the issue to a higher level.
"The way you're saying this makes it sound like you scholars don't want the Great Yu to be invincible on the battlefield."
What? Why aren't those artisans worthy?
"They created a powerful weapon that reduced the casualties of our Dayu soldiers. How is that not worthy of praise?" A local resident who frequented the Spring Festival Gala immediately asked.
"The craftsman is of a lowly status. The social hierarchy of scholars, farmers, artisans, and merchants has always been strictly defined."
Even if rewarded, it shouldn't be..." A scholar was about to retort.
"Pah! Still calling yourself a low-class person?"
Who the hell do you think you are?!
Isn't he just a scoundrel who spouts classical Chinese phrases, freeloads everywhere, and tries to gain the favor of nobles?
Do you think you're a superior person after only two days of schooling?
Come here, let me ask you, you said that others are of the lowest status, while you are of the highest status.
They've created a powerful weapon to kill the enemy, what have you created?
Also, if you think you have the highest status, what contributions have you made to Chongqing?
If you look down on others, then show them some real talent!
If you were the one who made those powerful weapons, wouldn't you be the one who got an official position?
It's a pity you didn't make it!
"You can't do anything! All you do is spout nonsense and spout pedantic phrases!" the commoner shouted.
“You… are being unreasonable and shameless, you’re truly a troublemaker!” The scholar immediately retorted, his face flushed.
"Yes, yes, you're right! I'm just being unreasonable and stubborn."
But I'm reasonable! I'm not like you, who's unreasonable.
If someone else creates something good, but you can't, you'll chase after them and criticize them, not allowing them to create anything.
Come on, let me ask you a few more questions, you superior person!
Who made your clothes?
You call yourself a lower-class person? Then why are you still wearing it?
Shouldn't you have the backbone to refuse to wear it? After all, clothes made by inferiors would dishonor your status as an upper-class person!
And where does all the food you eat every day come from? Do you grow the rice yourself? Do you cook it yourself?
Isn't it still the farmers and cooks who make it for you?
Then why do you still want to eat?
Shouldn't someone with backbone like you refuse to eat a single bite and wait to starve to death?
Finally, you keep saying that others are the lowest of the low.
Then let me ask you another question: how many people can you kill on the battlefield? Those powerful weapons crafted by artisans can kill enemies on the battlefield, but can you?
"If you can't even do these things, what gives you the right to call others the lowest of the low?" the commoner asked loudly.
The onlookers immediately chimed in.
"Yes! What can you do? Can you fight on the battlefield?"
"They know nothing, yet they spout classical Chinese phrases and talk about benevolence and morality. Can these people kill the Northern Hu people?"
"That's right. People who are lazy and don't know anything about farming have no right to say that others are unworthy."
Ultimately, it's just jealousy.
They often just talk the talk, thinking that reading a few more books makes them superior to others.
If you put these people on the battlefield, believe it or not, they'd all be scared out of their wits!
"It's more than just wetting your pants! You'd probably be so scared you'd cry for your parents!"
"Ha ha ha ha!"
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As more and more people began to mock them, the scholars realized they were doomed to fail.
"This is like casting pearls before swine, let's go!" The leading scholar stood up and was about to leave.
Lian Qianli, who had been watching from the shadows, sneered.
This is the guy who, after failing to seduce the tea lady at his own teahouse, went around ruining the reputation of Chun Bu Wan.
Perfect timing, let's settle both old and new scores today.
Lian Qianli gave a wink to the person he had assigned.
The man immediately stood up.
"Gentlemen, please wait! Running away when you can't win an argument? That's not the spirit of you scholars!"
Something feels off to me!
The fact that Dayu has its own national treasure should be a cause for national celebration, but you are here at this time advocating that the imperial court should not reward those craftsmen.
I have a feeling that you guys don't want things to be good for Dayu!
"Do you have ulterior motives?"
Scholars...
The onlookers immediately realized what was happening.
Yes, who doesn't want Chongqing to prosper!
Dayu is located in the Central Plains region. A hundred years ago, it suffered invasions from the Hu people, a chaotic era...
And now, who doesn't want Chongqing to get better and better!
"Could they have been bribed by the Northern Hu? Are they trying to undermine us from within?"
"My God! Could it be a spy from the Northern Hu? Trying to destroy our Great Yu's most powerful weapon!"
"My goodness! There are actually people in the capital trying to cause trouble!"
"Report to the authorities! Report to the authorities immediately! This is a serious matter! If the Northern Barbarians attack, these people will definitely be among the first to surrender!"
......
As Lian Qianli's people escalated the matter to the level of the safety of Chongqing, everyone became vigilant.
The only people who don't want things to be good for Chongqing are the Northern Hu people...
Therefore, all these scholars and candidates are worthy of suspicion...
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