As the second-in-command of the Recovery Society, the advantages he stood to gain were obviously imnse, going without saying.
To be honest, he felt in his heart that if things continued to develop in this direction, the Court’s foundation in Jiangning Prefecture would eventually be undermined.
But...
Yan Shan found it really difficult to refuse this matter.
The Court belongs to all under heaven, while Jiangning belongs to the Jiangning people.
What’s the big deal if the Court loses a Jiangning Prefecture? South Zhili still has dozens of other Zhili cities.
Besides, it’s not like taxes aren’t being paid.
"This is also for the welfare of our locals. In the future when everyone goes into the city to shop, to a large extent, we can ensure that neither young nor old will be deceived," sighed Yan Shan.
"Moreover, by standing united, we can also prevent the Court’s corrupt officials and vile functionaries from competing with the citizens for profits."
Yan Shan adopted a righteous and dignified deanor.
Xu Qing nodded: "I’ve just outlined a rough idea. To truly implent it, Weizhong, you need to deliberate further. But doing so, wouldn’t it affect your upcoming imperial examinations?"
"No, becoming an official is also to serve the country and the people. Now that I have this opportunity, what’s the big deal whether I beco an official or not?" said Yan Shan with righteous indignation.
Actually, he had already taken so shortcuts, and with Xu Qing coaching him in the art of the eight-part essay, given his current level, going to take the imperial examinations, he was quite confident.
Besides, he wasn’t aiming to beco the Five Classics Leader, even ranking last as a Scholar would still be a Scholar.
Compared to it, Xu Gongming’s cause was more important.
Vaguely, he seed to see himself as one of the renowned sage minister appearing in history.
An illusion, all an illusion.
Such things should not be pondered too deeply.
He must be overthinking.
After Xu Qing gave him instructions, Yan Shan imdiately set to action. Under him was a large number of Recovery Society mbers, all of whom were of Scholar standing and had decent influence among the common people. Coupled with Xu Qing’s reputation, taking action was smooth and effective.
Xu Qing wasn’t just relying on Yan Shan, but rather that these were the only people he could use.
Moreover, to accomplish great things, the most important aspects are control over personnel and finances. Holding these two, other matters needn’t be micromanaged.
And there’s no need to worry about capabilities.
As long as one’s IQ isn’t an issue, abilities can be developed through training.
We’re all humans, who’s to say who’s inferior?
There’s another important point - Xu Qing himself possessed formidable martial prowess, and should any of his people dare to rebel, he could suppress them.
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"Master, this is the portrait brought back by the missionary previously sent to Jinyang Prefecture in North Zhili. It depicts County Magistrate Zheng’s wife and children."
This was sothing Xu Qing had instructed Su Lianqing to do before County Magistrate Zheng assud office, upon learning of the latter’s native place.
But before the portrait could be returned, County Magistrate Zheng took action directly.
Now that it’s in hand, it feels sowhat like a chicken rib (useless thing).
Xu Qing pondered for a while and said, "Let’s just put it aside for now."
Such asures could indeed be extre, and since he had already intimidated the other party, there was no need to provoke County Magistrate Zheng further.
Su Lianqing unexpectedly asked, "Master, are you really not going to use it?"
Xu Qing replied: "Everyone has parents, a wife, and children, these are their vulnerabilities. It’s not that such things can’t be done, but unless absolutely necessary, they are not needed. Think about it, if we go about our business this way, those under us will do the sa, and everyone will live in fear. It’s no joke."
Upon hearing this, Su Lianqing felt a pang of sadness and said, "I lack parents, a wife, and children, so I couldn’t think of that."
Xu Qing patted her on the shoulder without saying a word.
Su Lianqing suddenly thought, the master is also an orphan, just like the Orphan of Zhao in traditional operas.
Su Lianqing couldn’t help but say again, "Master, what kind of world do you think can be like the pure land you speak of?"
Xu Qing shook his head: "I don’t know."
Su Lianqing: "Master wants to make this world a better place, right?"
Xu Qing pondered for a while and then said, "We can’t just let it beco worse because of us."
Su Lianqing clasped her hands together and said, "Master is truly virtuous."
Her understanding of the cause of rebellion had been instinctual and sowhat vague, but now it suddenly beca clearer. May there be fewer and fewer orphans like her in the future.
Xu Qing smiled and said, "This isn’t called virtue, but conscience."
"Conscience? How is that different from virtue?"
"I can’t quite explain it now."
In his previous life, Xu Qing was just an ordinary person, and although he had an interest in literature and history, his understanding of the world was still very superficial.
The level he had reached now was more due to coincidences and opportunities.
If soone else had the sa opportunities as him, they probably wouldn’t be far behind.
Therefore, he couldn’t clearly define "Returning to the Good."
It’s just like how he would definitely bring out the portrait of County Magistrate Zheng’s family if he fell into adverse circumstances. Now, he didn’t want to take it out.
Indeed, when people have no worries, they tend to overthink.
Xu Qing felt that he needed to continue acting; when his strength increased, he’d have more margin for such idle thoughts.
Currently, his capital was still not strong enough.
Xu Qing grasped the saber at his waist and with a forward slash, a tiger’s roar could be heard as a gust surged forth, splitting the wooden stake in front of him into two halves.
This was one of the last two moves of the Five Tigers Breaking Gate Saber.
It was also another marvel of the Heavenly Repairing Tribulation Hand.
Boosted by the Heavenly Repairing Tribulation Hand, the Five Tigers Breaking Gate Saber gained so intricacies from nowhere, and Xu Qing effortlessly integrated the Tiger Roar Dragon Whine of Thunder God Nine Slashes into his saber technique.
Faster and more exquisite than he imagined.
Especially the gust from the final slash, while it couldn’t compare to the Sky-reaching Gang Qi of a Martial Arts Grandmaster, it also had a formidable lethality.
"What a pity, I haven’t found a particularly good Treasure Sword."
Xu Qing currently had the Peach Wood Sword, a Magic Sword capable of delivering powerful long-range attacks, but for close-combat, he still needed a Treasure Sword to bring out the full power of his Saber Technique.
Being barehanded and wielding a Divine Weapon are indeed worlds apart!
Rumor has it that Qingyun Temple possesses the Feather Robe Blade, which should be a worthy match for him.
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