The gentry monopolized knowledge and the channels for becoming officials.
But the gentry took control of the direction of public opinion again!
It is not that no nobles in the Han Dynasty launched rebellions, but because they were one of their own, they were brushed aside by the ministers.
As for Dong Zhuo, who was born in Liangzhou, he was dubbed the "evil thief".
"The gentry came into the world with their monopoly, covered from head to toe in blood and filth."
"Because of the social power of the nobles, they can play all kinds of tricks on so-called filial piety and prestige!"
"It's okay if you can't see through this kind of trick, but if you actively advocate for this kind of trick, you will either become a lackey of the noble clan or an idiot."
Liu Mang pointed at Liu Ba and said with a smile: "Are you, Liu Zichu, a frog in the well, or are you an idiot who is both bad and stupid?"
Liu Ba couldn't calm down for a long time. The word "monopoly" made him realize how terrible it was!
Knowledge is monopolized, and if you want to learn, you have to become a lackey of the nobles.
The official career was monopolized, and if you wanted to be an official, you had to become a vassal of the gentry.
A disciple and an old official became a big killer weapon in the hands of the nobles!
Although Emperor Ling's personal ethics were not very good, he was also a master at playing with power.
The struggle between the party and the government attacked the noble clans and improved the status of the eunuchs, so that the imperial power could be recovered and not be ignored.
"Liu Zichu, the Yellow Turban Rebellion you just mentioned."
"In those days, there were many imperial officials among the Yellow Turban believers!"
"Why did the Yellow Turban Rebellion fall apart after Emperor Ling broke up the feud between the parties and made a compromise?"
Liu Mang said word for word: "Because the Yellow Turban Rebellion was essentially a way for the nobles to use Zhang Jiao as a tool to threaten the emperor!"
"If Emperor Ling doesn't compromise, they can continue to support Zhang Jiao, change the dynasty, and the Gongun princes can continue to enjoy a luxurious and luxurious life!"
"It's a pity that Emperor Ling compromised, so they had no choice but to turn Zhang Jiao into an abandoned son and abandon him ruthlessly!"
Liu Ba's hands trembled. He thought that the innocent Dukes of Gungun were actually despicable villains?
"Dong Zhuo deposed the emperor and established him. Who made the plan and summoned him to the capital to serve as King Qin?"
"It's the Yuan family of the Fourth Generation and Three Dukes! Whose disciple and former official is Dong Zhuo? It's still his Yuan family!"
"Liu Zichu, you have repeatedly said that it is difficult for the Han Dynasty to be revived! The Han Dynasty that my father wants to revive is not a Han Dynasty that is arrogant and extravagant!"
"It's about popularizing people's wisdom, a peaceful and prosperous age where everyone has books to read and food to eat!"
Liu Mang's words were like a revelation, completely shattering Liu Ba's illusions about the gentry.
He originally thought that by joining Cao Cao and winning the world for him, the people would live and work in peace and contentment.
He originally thought that Cao Cao, with the emperor at his disposal, was the real answer to this troubled world.
As long as it is coerced by the nobles, and knowledge and career are in the hands of the nobles, such a dynasty will never last long!
"Then tell me...how to do it! Tell me quickly!"
Liu Ba's eyes were blood red. He didn't believe that what he had done for half his life was all wrong!
"Go to Jingzhou and enlighten the people! Pass on what you have learned to your children, to those from poor families, and to those in need!"
Liu Mang smiled and said: "In the past, Cai Yong taught apprentices and left a good reputation. How can you, Liu Zichu, not do the same?"
"When my father regains Jingzhou, I will persuade Shuijing Academy to open to the outside world and stop becoming a hotbed for aristocratic families!"
Teach and educate people, broaden people’s wisdom!
Liu Ba smiled. He seemed to see a future where children would be able to read, learn etiquette, and distinguish right from wrong!
If you want to become an official, there is a fair and just way, instead of mutual recommendation from aristocratic families!
"Son..."
Liu Ba's lips trembled and he said, "Does such a prosperous age really exist?"
Snapped!
Liu Mang put his hand on Liu Ba's shoulder and said with a smile: "It must exist! There are countless robes around you, who have worked hard for the beauty of the prosperous age!"
"Liu Zichu! Are you willing to work with me to enlighten the people's wisdom and make everyone in my Han Dynasty become a dragon?"
The dragon has always been the symbol of the emperor.
What Liu Mang said was inevitably a bit treacherous.
But in Liu Ba's ears, it represents his determination to broaden people's wisdom!
"Liu Zichu, I am willing to kill you for my dear son!"
Liu Ba bowed his head and worshiped again. Liu Mang was overjoyed and helped him up personally.
"Very good! Please invite Mr. Chu and Uncle Wu Ju to return to Jingnan first!"
"I have set up a literacy camp in the army, and I hope Mr. Zichu can help!"
Liu Ba and Wu Ju looked at each other and smiled. Now they have become Liu Bei's subordinates!
"Son."
Lawrence Lu took a step forward and whispered: "What should I do next?"
Liu Mang looked at his generals, and then gave an order: "Second uncle! Send people to take over other cities in Cangwu County!"
"Remember, don't have any more disputes with Jiang Dong!"
Guan Yu's face was full of contempt when he heard about the rats in Jiangdong.
"Don't worry Mang'er, I'm too lazy to contact him!"
"call……"
Guan Yu immediately looked at Pang Tong and warned: "Mr. Pang, I hope you will assist my second uncle and guard Cangwu County! My father must not lose Cangwu!"
Pang Tong knew Liu Mang's thoughts and immediately took the order and left.
When Guan Yu went there, he took half of Liu Mang's troops and horses, and also took away Guan Ping and others.
After all, Jiangdong Lu Meng has always been good at sneak attacks. Liu Mang was worried that Lu Su would not be able to suppress this guy, so he could only take precautions in advance.
"Sir, it's probably not easy to eat Jiaozhou in one go."
Lu Xun said bluntly: "Master, wait and see! Cangwu is in the hands of our army now! The only one adjacent to Jingzhou is Yulin County!"
"When I go on this expedition, I must at least capture Yulin County so that the local people can engage in mulberry farming and provide combat power for Jingzhou!"
Liu Mang nodded and said: "Shi Xie will never give up if he fails."
"This person who dares to accept Jiuxi is a prince!"
"It's a pity that I'm fighting the princes!"
Everyone laughed, but Xing Daorong took the initiative to step forward.
"Sir! You must share Shi Yi's credit equally among the four of us! Otherwise, Dao Rong will feel uneasy!"
Liu Mang saw through this guy's "trick" at a glance and was afraid that his name as an admiral would be exposed!
"Okay, okay! The credit will be divided equally, no further discussion!"
Liu Mang waved his hand: "Prepare military affairs and send a message to Shi Xie. I have his brother in my hands!"
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Jiangxia.
Zhou Yu was furious and came to meet Liu Bei.
"Liu Xuande! What do you mean by your son Liu Mang?"
"Captain, I wonder how my rebellious son provoked you?"
Liu Bei is as stable as an old dog. He already knows what Liu Mang did to Lu Meng. That mother-in-law calls for relief!
It doesn’t matter that my old friend Wu Ju was almost killed, Cangwu County must not be lost!
"Don't pretend to be stupid!"
Zhou Yu said coldly: "Liu Mang killed me, Jiangdong Baiyi, and even more humiliated Lu Ziming, the beloved general of the Marquis of Wu!"
"The two families formed an alliance, but you did the opposite. Is this what allies do?"
Seeing Zhou Yu's aggressive approach, Zhuge Liang gently shook his feather fan and said with a smile: "Gong Jin, Liang has a plan to defeat Jiangling! I wonder if Gong Jin is willing to listen to it?"
Zhou Yu was overjoyed when he heard this, and his originally angry face instantly became filled with joy.
"Kong Ming, why don't you come quickly?"
"What about Jiaozhou?"
"Lu Ziming is so ignorant and wants to destroy the alliance. When I return to Jiangdong, I will definitely hold him accountable!"
When Zhuge Liang heard this, he gave a thumbs up: "Gong Jin has not gone to Shu, but he is good at changing faces. Liang really admires him!"
