"Nonsense, the young master would never do such a thing, let the Mo family Wu Qi spin the ball. It must be the Mo family who has such ability."
Ergou retorted, with veins popping out in anger. He pointed at the man and said, "The key to understanding the spinning ball is to do it. This move must be done by the Mohists."
"My father said that everything in Chang'an Township was made by hand, such as paper, printing, and those big weapons."
Having said this, Ergou was extremely proud.
One time, his father told him interesting things about Chang'an Township. He mentioned that the young master had been tinkering with paper and printing for a few days to come up with it. He also mentioned that the Chang'an Township people annihilated 50,000 troops that day. Hearing this, Ergou's blood boiled and he felt hatred. Even though he was not involved, he knew from this that the young master had brought out the big killer weapon.
Such a terrifying thing must have taken many efforts to create!
I don't see these great scholars teaching all day long, but they can't produce anything.
Therefore, he concluded that the so-called Confucian enlightenment is simply fart, and only the action mentioned by the young master is the right way.
There were many Confucian students in the wine shop. When they heard this, they were all filled with indignation and stood up one after another, glaring at Ergou.
Confucianism is the doctrine they believe in. If it is as Ergou said, then what they have learned all their lives will be denied. They will not allow such a situation to happen, and they are not willing to hear it.
Someone pointed at the two dogs and cursed angrily: "You, you, have been brainwashed by Li Zhao. Don't forget the teachings of Saint Kong. If you know it, you know it, and if you don't know it, you don't know it."
"You obviously know that Confucianism is the truth, but you praise Mohism, which is unwise!"
Some people jumped up and said, "You rotten fellow, I thought that Wang and Sun left in anger because of their temperament, but I didn't know that it was you who caused trouble. You are really a Confucian student in vain."
Then, he turned around and raised his hands towards everyone: "Everyone, this beast is here to confuse the public with its evil words. It is actually tainting our ears and eyes. Please follow me and drive it away."
"From now on, he will not be allowed to enter the sect of Confucius. He will cut off his robes and cut off his righteousness. He will be an enemy."
These words were so righteous and awe-inspiring, which immediately aroused violent reactions from the students. Suddenly, the whole wine shop was boiling.
"You guys, get out of Xianyang."
Some even picked up hard objects and smashed them over.
When the two dogs and three people saw it, they were shocked and ran away quickly.
Away from the wine shop, the three of them seemed out of breath.
Being disliked by many students, I am afraid it will be difficult to return to a private school in the future. Even if I abandon my previous private school and join another school, it will be difficult to be accepted. In fact, I have angered too many students today.
"Ergou, what should we do?"
The third son had no idea, but he did not blame Ergou, even though he had lost his way of private education.
Danzi didn't say anything, but looked at Ergou, hoping he would come up with an idea.
Ergou did not regret it, but seemed to have put down a big stone, and the idea in his heart became more firm.
"Go to Chang'an Township and enter the school."
"But, we are short of money." Danzi was embarrassed.
They were all children of farmers, and the only money their families had given them had already been spent on private education. The half a tael they had in hand was running out. They heard that Chang'an Township School charges very high fees.
Ergou knew their worries, but he patted his chest and said, "Don't be afraid. My father said that we can join the Chang'an Township School for free study."
Volunteer learning was mentioned by Li Zhao later, but it was not publicized to the outside world. It was to cultivate Chang'an Township's own talents and there was no charge. Just like in the 1980s and 1990s, some companies set up their own schools for free in order to cultivate their own talents. Recruit students so that they can serve your company in the future.
"Yixue? What is righteousness?" Danzi and Sanzi asked, scratching their scalps in confusion.
"It's free admission to the school, and I will serve Chang'an Township in the future."
"So?" The two of them were not surprised but overjoyed.
Free admission to the school does not mean that they are also qualified. Also, serving Chang'an Township in the future is a good choice for their farmers' children. I heard that everyone in Chang'an Township has a monthly salary. If they serve it , don’t you also have a monthly salary?
It seems like this is a good school.
"Er Gou, we will listen to you and go to Chang'an Township School."
So, the three of them walked towards Chang'an Township full of hope.
After the three people left, the wine shop did not calm down because of this. Under the push of thoughtful people, especially the Confucian scholars who originally disdained the Mohist school, now they challenged the authority of Confucianism and made them proud.
This is not the main thing. The main thing is that if Li Zhao's theory spreads, what many Confucian scholars have learned throughout their lives will be denied, and they will go crazy.
Therefore, Li Zhao became their common enemy. Suddenly, Li Zhao was scolded, saying that he insulted learning and that the "Second Books" should be abolished and the Mohists should be expelled.
But some people have different ideas, and even doubt whether sitting quietly can really realize the beauty of the spinning ball? Is it possible to learn how to spin a ball with your hands?
Which of the two is better or worse? Some people are deep in thought.
While everyone was discussing, Dr. Geng and Dr. Huai quietly visited Chang'an Township and headed towards Chun Yuyue's farmland.
(End of chapter)
