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Chapter 488, Xu Qing: I am Gongyang Ruxin's Sage (Seeking monthly votes!)

"Old sir, have you forgotten that I am also a member of the Gongyang School of Confucianism?" Xu Qing said with a light laugh.

Upon hearing this, Gongyang Di suddenly awoke from his reverie. Wasn't the genius who could lead the completion of this masterpiece right before his eyes? He was so shocked by Xu Qing's idea that he had completely forgotten that Xu Qing was also a member of the Gongyang Confucian school.

"Oh dear, I've really lost my mind. How could I forget about you, Grand Chancellor?" Gongyang Di slapped his forehead and said regretfully.

"It seems the old gentleman doesn't consider me a member of the Gongyang School of Confucianism," Xu Qing joked.

Gongyang glanced at Xu Qing somewhat guiltily, coughed twice to cover his embarrassment, and changed the subject.
"What are you thinking, Grand Chancellor? After all, you haven't systematically studied the teachings of the Gongyang School of Confucianism, which is why I overlooked you."

"Since you have put forward such an idea, you must know how to complete this masterpiece. However, I still have some concerns. You have not been exposed to the Gongyang School of Confucianism's concept of unification. Do you really have a way to expand upon it?"

Seeing the hesitant and doubtful look in Gongyang Di's eyes, Xu Qing decided to give him a shock. It was one thing if he didn't understand the knowledge of other schools of thought among the Hundred Schools of Thought, but he was confident that he could explain the great unity of Gongyang Confucianism.

In his previous life, during his sophomore year, he chose an elective course related to modern reforms, and modern reforms inevitably involve the Gongyang Commentary on the Spring and Autumn Annals.

Fortunately, that teacher was strict in taking attendance and always assigned homework, so he had some understanding of the comprehensive scholarship of the Gongyang School.

"The path to unification begins with reform, restoring order and establishing laws for future kings."

"The accounts of the three generations differ in what they have seen, heard, and heard from, while the twelve dukes of the Spring and Autumn period represent the 'world they saw,' 'world they heard,' and 'world they heard from.'"

"The world that is said to exist is a 'world of chaos,' where 'the people are within and the land outside the Xia' (Chinese)." "The world that is heard of is a 'world of peace,' where 'the Xia are within and the barbarians are outside.' "The world that is seen is a 'world of great peace,' where 'barbarians are promoted to noble ranks, and the world, near and far, large and small, is as one.' This is the meaning."

As Gongyangdi watched Xu Qing speak eloquently, his pupils dilated, his old face filled with shock, and his mouth gaped open in astonishment.

As the greatest synthesizer of contemporary Gongyang Confucianism, Gongyang Di was naturally able to discern whether Xu Qing's interpretation was the true teachings of Gongyang Confucianism.

What Xu Qing said was not only that, but also that the knowledge passed down by the Gongyang School is now more complete and its content is broader.

Only then did Gongyang Di understand why Xu Qing had proposed a complete and unified doctrine: the other party truly possessed it, and his so-called proposal was merely a ploy to have Gongyang Ru write and disseminate it.

Thinking of this, Gongyang suddenly came to his senses, hurriedly picked up the brush and bamboo slips on the table, and began to carefully record what Xu Qing had said.

When Xu Qing saw that Gongyang Di had begun to record what he had said, he continued to explain his understanding of the Great Unification, recounting in detail things such as being cautious at the beginning and rectifying the root, strengthening the trunk and weakening the branches, exercising power in a proper way and maintaining order, great revenge, respecting the king's way, advocating virtuous governance, valuing the virtuous and talented, the interaction between heaven and man, and omens of disasters and anomalies.

Gongyang Di listened and took notes, wishing he had more hands, otherwise he wouldn't be able to keep up with Xu Qing's pace.

Just as Gongyang was listening with rapt attention, Xu Qing suddenly stopped, cleared his somewhat dry throat, and picked up the now-cold tea to drink.

After Xu Qing finished speaking, Gongyangdi regained his senses. His expression was somewhat frenzied with excitement, his eyes fixed intently on Xu Qing. He grabbed Xu Qing's hand and said excitedly...
"And then? After the Grand Master of Ceremonies and the Imperial Censor?"

Xu Qing was also startled by Gongyang Di's appearance, and quickly shook off the other person's hand, saying...

"Don't rush, let me have a drink of water first. It's getting late, let's talk about it tomorrow."

"No, please tell me a little more, please tell me a little more."

Gongyang looked at Xu Qing like an addict, pleading in his voice, and disregarding his image and age, grabbed Xu Qing's arm and wouldn't let go.

Seeing this, Xu Qing realized that he had gone a bit too far. He had only intended to give Gongyangdi a little shock, but he did not expect to shock the centenarian to the point of prostration.

It's no wonder that Gongyang Di and his disciples throughout history have dreamed of writing a book that fully presents the Gongyang School of thought. Now, he has presented the culmination of the Gongyang School of thought almost a century ahead of schedule. It's no wonder that Gongyang Di would not let him off the hook.

"Old Master Gongyang, this is outrageous! Please let me go," Xu Qing said helplessly.

"Rules of conduct? What are rules of conduct? As long as you can give me a complete lecture on the Gongyang School of Confucianism, I'll accept you as my godfather."

Gongyang held Xu Qing tightly and wouldn't let go, saying loudly.

Xu Qing fell silent. When it came to shamelessness, he was no match for these old shrewd people. They were truly willing to throw their dignity to the ground for their goals.

“I agree. I need Gongyang Ru to help me complete a comprehensive theory of unification, and I will definitely have to explain my ideas,” Xu Qing said.

"Really?"

Gongyang released Xu Qing and asked excitedly.

"Of course it's true, but I have a condition: I must be involved in the writing of Gongyang Ru's book, and in some aspects it must be written according to my ideas."

"Of course, rest assured, I do not intend to tamper with the Gongyang School of Thought. I simply want to make it more suitable for the future development of Qin and this land. If you disagree, I will not force you to make any changes."

Xu Qing took two steps back, distancing himself from Gongyang Di, and looked at him seriously. His request to revise the Gongyang School was not intended to make it a vassal state supported by Qin, but rather to allow for changes from a later perspective, emphasizing its valuable and practical aspects while reducing or eliminating useless or potentially harmful elements.

Emphasis should be placed on aspects such as unification, strengthening the central government and weakening local powers, promoting virtuous governance, and exercising power ethically, so as to provide theoretical support for the stability of the state after Qin unified the world.

The advantages of the Gongyang School are obvious, but its disadvantages are also obvious.

Zuo Zhuan excelled in rites, Gongyang Zhuan excelled in prophecies, and Guliang Zhuan excelled in classics.

The Gongyang School places great emphasis on prophecies, which, while beneficial for maintaining stability, can also provide opportunities for those with ulterior motives.

Moreover, the Gongyang School emphasizes principles over practice, which is not what Xu Qing wanted.

Besides these, there are many other reasons why he intervened in the writing of the Gongyang School of Confucianism, thereby adjusting it to a more suitable theoretical framework for the development of the times.

Upon hearing Xu Qing's request, Gongyang Di frowned slightly. Writing the book concerned Gongyang Ru's future, and even though he knew that Xu Qing was doing it for Gongyang Ru's good, he had to think it over carefully before agreeing.

After careful consideration, a resolute glint flashed in Gongyang Di's eyes. If it weren't for Xu Qing, Gongyang Ru wouldn't have been able to write a book, and he would probably still be being suppressed by other factions of Confucianism in Qi.

Moreover, Xu Qing made it very clear that he was only offering suggestions, not making demands, so what was there for him to hesitate about?

“Okay, I agree,” the ram nodded.

"Don't worry, Mr. Gongyang, I think the new Gongyang theory is far better than you imagine," Xu Qing said with a light laugh.

"However, there is still one thing I don't understand. As a disciple of the Daoist Tianzong sect and the leader of Daoist scholars, you can rely on Daoism to write books and establish your theories. Why are you helping my Gongyang Confucianism?"

Gongyang looked at Xu Qing with a puzzled expression and asked.

Although Gongyang Ru entered Qin with the help of Xu Qing, and he also announced that Gongyang Ru would obey Xu Qing's orders from now on, Xu Qing was ultimately a Taoist, and even if it came to the medical profession, it was not Gongyang Ru's place.

Now, Xu Qing has bypassed Taoism and medicine, and instead is helping Gongyang Ru, which has left Gongyang Di completely puzzled.

"Reason? I just find Gongyang Ru pleasing to the eye and think he's suitable. Is there a problem with that?" Xu Qing said nonchalantly.

Hearing such a perfunctory reason, Gongyang Di nodded seriously. Xu Qing was a disciple of the Daoist Tianzong sect. If he were to give a lengthy explanation, that would be problematic.

Although Xu Qing's words sound perfunctory, if you look at it from another perspective, it means following one's heart, which is very much in line with the Taoist Tianzong philosophy.

“No problem,” Gongyangdi said.

“Currently, I do not need to handle government affairs, so every morning I go to the medical school to give lectures, and in the afternoon I come to give lectures to Gongyang Ru.”

Seeing that Gongyang had no further questions, Xu Qing set a time for the lecture.

"it is good."

Gongyang nodded excitedly, afraid that Xu Qing would change his mind.

With the blessings of our ancestors, the Gongyang School of Confucianism is finally about to rise. All those other schools like Zuo Zhuan, Guliang Zhuan, Meng Zhuan, and Yan Zhuan will have to kneel down when the Gongyang School completes its masterpiece.

Xu Qing looked at the excited Gongyangdi and a satisfied smile appeared on his face.

His assistance to Gongyang Ru in completing his doctrine was not as simple as he claimed. His real purpose was to have Gongyang Ru, with his complete theory of unification, confront the conservative and feudalistic scholars, especially the Confucianists, on his behalf.

In addition, in terms of propaganda and education, even Taoism cannot compare with Confucianism.

As long as the Gongyang School of Confucianism holds a dominant position within Confucianism, Xu Qing can manipulate Confucianism through it, and use its power to promote the theory of unification in various countries, gradually changing the minds of people and laying the foundation for the idea of ​​unification.

"If there's nothing else, I'll go check on the doctor first," Xu Qing said.

"Alright, Da Liangzao, take care. Don't forget to come to class tomorrow."

With a fawning smile, Gongyang Di respectfully escorted Xu Qing out of the main hall.

The chubby guy and the other Gongyang disciples looked at Gongyang Di's obsequious and servile demeanor, exchanging bewildered glances.

But Gongyang Di completely ignored the strange looks from his disciples, and continued to fawn over Xu Qing as he watched him leave.

As I said before, if it could give Gongyang Ru a masterpiece that integrates all the knowledge and experience, he would be willing to become Xu Qing's godson.

(End of this chapter)