The Tang Dynasty started from saving Empress Changsun

Chapter 385 Assistance Program
Chen Jingke and Wu Shu had a disagreement on supporting property.

Chen Jingke believes that more property should be given to help the princes and kings build the princes as soon as possible:
"In this way, we can set an example for the latecomers, satisfy the court, and build good relations with the princes and kings. It can be said to serve multiple purposes."

Wu Shu couldn't help shaking his head and said: "You think things are too simple, don't you hear the saying that Shengmi is kind and Miqiu is jealous? If we intervene everywhere, it will only arouse the fear of princes and kings."

"When the latecomers are negotiating conditions, they will definitely open their mouths. Of course we are not afraid of them, but if we give too little, it will definitely arouse their dissatisfaction."

"You must know that you don't worry about scarcity, but about inequality."

"And people's hearts are complicated. We know that as long as we believe in it and don't want to interfere in government affairs, will others believe it?"

"Paying such a high price, and finally handing over all the power to the princes and kings, I only need the right to preach. No one will believe this when I say this."

"So you can give some financial help, but not too much. And there are loans and repayments, and the money they borrow must be repaid."

Chen Jingke nodded and said, "Okay, let's do as you said."

Although he didn't fully agree with Wu Shu's idea, he still fully agreed with her opinion.

He knew very well that even if her method was imperfect, it was definitely better than his own.

Then he thought of the loan plan that was used by various countries in his previous life: "The princes and kings borrow money from us, and the proceeds must be purchased from Taoism. What do you think about adding this?"

Wu Shu said in amazement: "The person who can think of this method is really a genius."

Chen Jingke said depressedly: "Couldn't it be me who came up with it?"

Wu Shu narrowed his eyes with a smile, and said: "No matter who came up with this method, it will be used by you in the end."

Chen Jingke suddenly realized that it made sense, and it was really cool to use doctrine.

The young couple discussed for a long time, and finally came up with a comprehensive plan:

Taoism sent missionaries to the territories of princes and kings to preach to the local aborigines and convert them to Taoism.

At the same time, the evangelists also shoulder the responsibility of promoting Chinese civilization and creating conditions for national integration.

Then guide the aborigines to obey the management of the princes and kings, and finally stabilize the princes and states.

In terms of financial assistance, the practice of borrowing money and then purchasing materials from Taoism was adopted.

Taoism is very powerful, and many of them have their own industries.Even if you have no property, you will have many business believers.

Giving this benefit to those believers is also a disguised form of enhancing one's own influence.

And it can also hit the influence of Buddhism to a greater extent.

Just imagine, if there is a businessman whose range of commodities happens to be the materials needed for procurement, but he originally believed in Buddhism.

What do you think he will do?
Loyal to the faith, loyal to Buddhism, would rather not have this business but insist on believing in Buddhism?
It should be unlikely.

In short, this method has too many benefits for Taoism.

Of course, it is also good for the princes and kings, it is a win-win situation.

After finalizing the plan, Chen Jingke called the representatives of various factions in Chang'an together for a meeting.

After seeing the plan, the representatives of each family were naturally very satisfied and passed it unanimously.

But some people also raised questions: "Borrow from us to purchase our materials... just give them materials, why bother?"

Chen Jingke scanned and found that many people showed the same expression.

He didn't give much explanation, but said: "I can't explain the matter in a few words, go back and find a businessman believer, let them explain it to you."

The others looked at each other in blank dismay, what's the difference between this answer and not saying?But they didn't dare to ask too many questions.

Wu Shu on the side was very happy, this is the embodiment of prestige.

After a series of operations, Chen Jingke has also gained a certain prestige within Taoism, and no longer can only rely on the name of Sun Simiao as before.

This is very important, indicating that he has initially qualified to inherit the Taoist leader.

If this operation can be successful, so that all Taoist factions can get enough benefits, his prestige will be even higher.

By that time, his position will be unshakable.

She had secretly vowed in her heart that she must do this job well and completely establish his position in Taoism.

At this time, Chen Jingke said again: "This time, our Taoism is acting in unison, and the steps need to be consistent. No faction is allowed to trade with princes and kings in private."

"If I find out who betrays everyone's interests, I won't punish you, but you don't need to participate in all Taoist activities from now on."

Everyone's expressions were serious, and they said that they would not be punished, but being collectively isolated was more serious than any punishment.

Tian Shiwen stood up and said, "I'm here to express my opinion that I will unconditionally support Chen Zhenren. If anyone dares to eat inside and outside, I will be the first to refuse."

Factions such as Jingyunguan, Longhushan, and Maoshan factions have stood up to support it one after another, and other factions dare not say anything.

Chen Jingke was very pleased, and said: "Thank you for your support, and I also express my position here. I don't want any benefits from this operation."

"The evangelists are all drawn from each faction, and the materials are allocated to each faction to collect according to the proportion of the contribution... I, Zixiao Temple, are only responsible for coordination, and you can supervise."

Everyone was not surprised by this. As the saying goes, the only one who does not fight, so no one in the world can compete with him. This has always been the case in Zixiao Temple.

In fact, Zixiao Temple is not really indifferent to the world, but what they want, others are not qualified to touch.

They don't lack or don't pay attention to what others need.

For example, for the position of the leader of Taoism, Zixiaoguan did this clearly to seek the next leader.

But even if other sects know about it, it's useless, because they don't even have the qualifications to compete.

And the benefits they need, the missionary rights they need, Zixiao Temple doesn't care at all.

The end result is that everyone gets what they want.

Chen Jingke continued: "We are going to launch the Taoist signboard in this operation. I designed a sign, and all materials must be marked with this sign."

He picked up a piece of paper and showed it to everyone, it was a lying 8.

Everyone is puzzled, what does this mean?
Chen Jingke explained: "The symbol pattern of our Taoism is the Tai Chi Eight Diagrams. I don't need to say more about what the Tai Chi Yin Yang fish represents."

"∞ is the yin and yang fish biting together. We all know that this is impossible...so this symbol also represents the impossibility, which means infinity."

Although everyone didn't understand why he did such a thing, let alone why putting 8 down meant infinity.

But these are all side details, anyway, they are only printed on the product, the simpler the better, so no one objected.

In fact, what they don't know is that Chen Jingke has a deeper plan for doing this.

In mathematics, ∞ represents infinity. If this symbol is related to Taoism first, then it is introduced into the mathematical system.

Then all those who study mathematics in the future will think of Taoism when they see this character.

Don't think that this kind of thing doesn't matter, think about the AD calendar in the previous life, this thing is actually the Christian calendar.

Whether you like it or not, when you use AD, you are unwittingly promoting Christianity.

Faced with this situation, other religions have nothing to do, they can only hold their noses and admit it.

When a certain religion can allow its traces to fill every aspect of our lives, it will hardly die.

This is what Chen Jingke will do next, and he will create more symbols and add them to the Taoist talisman system.

These symbols are then introduced into all aspects of science.

For example, the unit of force is Newton (N). Sorry, it will be another symbol and name in the future.

It can be called 'Jun' or other names, and the symbols can be various.

For him, it was too easy to do this.

These changes will make Taoism and science more deeply bound together with the entire human society.

Taoism is a part of Chinese civilization, and more people believe in Taoism, which naturally means that Chinese civilization is more powerful.

He does not allow anyone to destroy this plan, so he said very seriously:
"I want everyone to think of Taoism when they see this logo, and to have a sense of trust from the bottom of their hearts."

"This matter is related to the reputation of my Taoism, and the quality of all materials must be guaranteed."

"If anyone dares to shoddy the reputation of my teaching, don't blame me for not showing respect."

Everyone understands this point, if the word of mouth is ruined, it will not benefit everyone, so everyone said seriously: "Here."

Someone asked another question, "What if other merchants engrave this logo on their products and pretend to be us?"

Chen Jingke said approvingly: "This is a good question... I will make a statement on the Mochizuki Talk, saying that this is a special Taoist symbol, and no one can use it for commercial activities without permission."

"The reputation of Taoism is related to the interests of everyone here. I hope you will also promote this matter in your own diocese."

"At the same time, we must also monitor the diocese. If anyone is found to be using this sign fraudulently, we will deal with it immediately."

Seeing that he thought so carefully, everyone didn't say anything.

After that, everyone discussed the details together, such as how much each family will contribute, how many evangelists will contribute, how to distribute the purchased materials, and so on.

On the contrary, Chen Jingke did not directly intervene in making a decision on this issue, but let the representatives of each family discuss on their own.

He will come forward to coordinate only when the parties really cannot reach a consensus.

In this way, you can highlight your own status, and no one will be offended.

After the parties reached a consensus and signed the contract, Chen Jingke said again: "The sage gave me a task, and I may not be able to spare time in the near future."

"This matter will be temporarily handed over to my wife, do you have any objections?"

It's not just once or twice that Wu Shu handles Taoist affairs on his behalf. Everyone has long been accustomed to it, and naturally no one objects.

This is settled.

Wu Shu is naturally very happy, she can display her talent again.

This is not over yet, after Taoism has unified its internal opinions, it must obtain the consent of the princes and kings, after all, the feudal state belongs to others.

Chen Jingke had long thought of a way to lobby them.

He didn't talk about them one by one, but found Li Chengqian, told him about his plan, and said, "How about sending invitations to those people in your name?"

Li Chengqian was very speechless, and said: "Do you still take my majestic crown prince seriously? It's really unreasonable."

Chen Jingke was unwilling, and shouted: "Who said I don't take the prince seriously? Don't slander people out of thin air."

"I came to ask you for help because I know that you are a noble prince and everyone will give you face. Look at how much I respect you and your identity."

Li Chengqian pointed at him angrily, "It's extremely shameless."

Chen Jingke showed his teeth, and said suspiciously: "What are you talking about, my teeth are very good."

"Haha..." The Crown Princess Su Yu at the side finally couldn't help covering her mouth and laughing.

These two are so interesting.

In the beginning, she was not used to Chen Jingke's disregard of superiority and inferiority, but after getting in touch with him, she gradually realized his specialness.

In order to stabilize her position as the crown princess, she began to befriend him in turn.

Li Chengqian glared at him viciously, then laughed himself, and said, "Okay, I'll send someone to invite them later... When are you going to see them?"

Chen Jingke said: "Maybe it's too late today, let's do it tomorrow. I'll ask Shu Er to come with me then, and she will be responsible for this matter in the future."

Li Chengqian nodded and said, "Okay, let's do it tomorrow morning."

After speaking, let people invite the five princes and kings to come to the East Palace tomorrow to have a talk.

Ordinary princes cannot and dare not do this, it is too easy to provoke gossip, and the princes and kings may not necessarily give him face.

But Li Chengqian is different, he is the prince with real power, no one dares not to give him face.Even Li Yin, who is the most out-of-the-way, is honest and dare not play his temper when facing him.

The next day Chen Jingke brought Wu Shu to the East Palace as promised, and all five new princes and kings arrived.

Chen Jingke's identity and special status are known to all civil and military officials in the Manchu Dynasty.Regarding his appearance, although the five of them were very surprised, they didn't say anything.

At the beginning, Chen Jingke didn't talk about business directly, but talked about the construction of the feudal country in a casual way.

In fact, these five people are also worrying about what to do, after all, the real feudal state has never happened since the Qin Dynasty.

Moreover, the feudal state of Datang is still outside the mainland, and everyone has no experience, so they don't know how to start the work for a while.

The five people inevitably complained, and their original intention was to persuade Li Chengqian to give them more help.

Then Chen Jingke took over the topic naturally, and gave them five proposals:
"The enfeoffment is an act to promote Chinese civilization, and my Taoism will naturally contribute... This is our plan. The five lords may wish to take a look."

All five of them took the proposal with suspicion, and four of them opened it and examined it carefully.

Only Li Yin said: "I have to discuss this matter with my brother before I can reply to you."

Chen Jingke naturally knew that the brother he was talking about was Li Ke, so he said: "Yes, but if you agree to this plan, please reply within three days, and it will be regarded as giving up after three days."

The other four people also murmured that they sent someone to help educate the aborigines, repaid the low-interest loan in installments, and turned the loan into material support...

This plan looks good, but they don't understand economics, so they don't dare to make a decision.

If it was changed to other places, they would definitely refuse without hesitation.

Don't get involved in things you don't understand. The country can be built slowly, and you can't just fall into the ditch at the beginning.

But it is obvious that the prince called them here today to take the lead in this matter, and he must give the prince face.

So they also chose to procrastinate: "This matter is important, we need to go back and discuss before we can make a decision."

(End of this chapter)