gnovel Chapter 27 The bigger the storm, the more expensive the fish.
Chapter 27 The bigger the storm, the more expensive the fish.
The reason Lu Yong dared to tell Lu Su these things was because Lu Su had an extremely broad worldview.
Historically, Lu Su can be considered the foremost strategist in Eastern Wu when it comes to planning grand strategies.
He could certainly see that powerful families posed a threat to the country.
However, he himself was also a member of the aristocratic class, and given the limitations of his era, he couldn't yet see just how terrifying the world could be.
In response to Lu Su's question, Lu Yong explained:
"The purpose of the imperial examination was to break the monopoly of aristocratic families on the advancement of people from poor families and commoners."
Although it would harm their interests, it balanced the anger of the other two classes.
Lu Su was silent for a moment, then slowly said, "What you said does make some sense."
But have you ever thought about it? The reason why aristocratic families are aristocratic families is not only because they monopolize the channels for advancement, but also because they monopolize knowledge!
Even if you open the door to exams, how much knowledge can children from poor families and ordinary households actually acquire?
Lu Yongdi smiled slightly and replied, "Therefore, the imperial examination is only the first step."
What we really need to do in the early stages is to "promote education"!
I want to establish official schools in every county, and even in every town, so that all school-age children can attend school.
Regardless of wealth or background,
"As long as he is willing to learn, the imperial court will provide him with free education!"
Lu Su looked at Lu Yong, his eyes full of doubt, and asked:
Have you calculated how much this will cost?
How much tax do you collect in a year?
How much can be allocated to build schools, hire teachers, and buy books?
"You don't spend money to maintain your army or your soldiers?"
Lu Yong's smile deepened, and he said, "Aside from spending a little money on books, I probably won't need to spend any money on anything else..."
"???" Lu Su was completely dumbfounded.
Do you think schools and teachers can just appear out of thin air without you spending money?
and also,
Even if an ordinary family could afford a few sheets of paper, they couldn't afford a whole book.
If you want to set up a school, how many books and scrolls will you need to prepare? This is still a small amount of money.
Lu Yong knew that Lu Su had many questions, but he didn't have time to explain them one by one.
"Zijing, if you don't believe me, come and supervise my lord yourself. If I fail to do what I say, you may leave at any time."
Lu Yong had already made his purpose clear.
Lu Su pondered for a moment, then smiled wryly and said, "The Army Division Commander told me all this, just for that last sentence, right?"
"Yes," Lu Yong nodded without hesitation, "You, Lu Zijing, are very talented and not pedantic or conservative."
Whether it's the imperial examination system or the promotion of education, these things need someone's help to get them going...
Lu Su stared into Lu Yong's eyes, remaining silent for the time being.
The hall fell silent, with only the occasional shouts of people moving things coming from the courtyard.
Lu Yong didn't urge him, and slowly drank his tea.
After a long silence, Lu Su finally spoke: "Lu Huai'an, have you considered the consequences if things go wrong?"
"Of course I know."
Lu Yong put down his teacup and replied in an unusually calm tone,
"But someone has to take that first step, right?"
As Zengzi once said, "Even if there are thousands or millions of people, I will go."
"Now that the great Han dynasty is on the verge of collapse, I will not hesitate to follow. Though there be thousands upon thousands, I will go!"
Lu Su's pupils couldn't help but shrink slightly.
Lu Yong's image suddenly became much more impressive in Lu Su's eyes.
Seeing that his words had stunned Lu Su, Lu Yong quickly pressed his advantage, saying:
"To be honest, Zijing, I, Lu Yong, come from a poor family. In my early years, I felt that I had a lot of skills, but I had nowhere to use them."
It wasn't until I met my lord, Liu Bei, that I had a chance to use my talents.
At this point, Lu Yong sighed.
"I am not a saint, nor have I ever thought of saving the world. But now that I have a benevolent lord and the opportunity to change things, I must give it a try."
Even if I can only help a small number of people live with more dignity, my life will not have been in vain.
Lu Su stared blankly at Lu Yong.
He recalled his aspirations from his youth.
Back then, he was full of vigor and even gathered young people to teach them martial arts and military skills.
However, as they get older...
As I've seen more and more of the world,
That initial passion, without me even realizing it, slowly cooled down.
But now, this young man in front of me says he wants to give it a try.
Lu Su took a deep breath, slowly stood up, and said, "Division Commander, it's not impossible for me to go under Liu Bei's command. But I have one condition."
Lu Yong also stood up, solemnly cupped his hands, and said, "Please speak."
"I want to do those things you mentioned with you!" Lu Su's tone was filled with unparalleled determination.
Lu Yong hadn't expected Lu Su to be so decisive.
He bowed again, then said with a smile, "In that case, we are kindred spirits!"
Lu Su laughed heartily and replied, "What a kindred spirit!"
finished,
Lu Su couldn't help but ask his question: "Did the Army Division come all the way from Xuzhou specifically to find me?"
Lu Yong nodded and said, "I did come here specifically to find you, and I also took care of some things with Yuan Shu."
"To see Yuan Shu?" Lu Su raised an eyebrow slightly.
Lu Yong's visit to Yuan Shu undoubtedly represents Liu Bei.
Yuan Shu had been coveting Xuzhou for quite some time. Although the two sides were in an alliance, they were both wary of each other.
What was Liu Bei planning when he sent Lu Yong to see him?
Lu Su's mind raced, his gaze sweeping over Lu Yong's face.
Lu Su is now practically one of our own, and it's impossible for him to communicate with Yuan Shu.
Therefore, Lu Yong told Lu Su about the plan he and Liu Bei had agreed upon.
He allowed Xuzhou to be given to Gongsun Zan, Guangling to be surrendered to Yuan Shu, and then he used this route to march south, eventually establishing himself in Jiangdong...
Lu Su's mouth slowly opened wide, and his eyes changed from curiosity to astonishment and finally to shock.
A moment later, his eyes suddenly lit up, and he couldn't help but exclaim:
"Give Xuzhou to Gongsun Zan, and exchange Guangling for Yuan Shu to give way..."
Strategic planning in Jiangdong involved building high walls, stockpiling grain, promoting education and establishing the imperial examination system... step by step, with each step linked to the next!
What a Lu Huai'an!
What a clever scheme!
Lu Yong smiled slightly and asked, "Zijing, can you guess why I insist on going to Jiangdong?"
Lu Su pondered for a moment, then suddenly slammed his hand on the table and exclaimed, "I understand!"
You advised Liu Bei to head south to Jiangdong.
It wasn't just to avoid Cao Cao and Yuan Shao, but also to stay out of the public eye.
In that desolate land, no one would care about Liu Bei who was "fleeing in disarray"!
But you can close the door and secretly put your ideas into practice without anyone knowing!
Once your theory is transformed into a practical system...
Once the people of the Han Dynasty see the results, they will surely flock to it!
When the time is ripe and the die is cast, your power will be complete, and no one in the world can stop you!
Lu Yong stared blankly at Lu Su for a moment, then suddenly revealed a "wicked" smile:
"You guessed everything, Zijing! Now you might not be able to leave!"
Upon hearing this, Lu Su threw his head back and burst into laughter.
After the effect,
He looked at Lu Yong and said, "From the moment you told me your thoughts, I knew I was on a sinking ship."
"But Lu Su has never been on such a big ship in his life."
Even if the wind and waves are huge,
I also want to see just how far it can go!
[System Log: The host has successfully persuaded Lu Su to join Liu Bei's camp. Today's achievement +1.]
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