"Today, history has actually proved that dynasties have declined from prosperity to decay, and are replaced by new dynasties. It is by no means a problem with the political system or the governance system, but a problem with the idea of ​​governing the country. Creating all conditions to develop production, making things rich and the people live and work in peace and contentment, on this basis, the fundamental strategy for long-term stability is to emphasize etiquette and education. Confucianism emphasizes etiquette and education and neglects production, which is actually putting the cart before the horse and the source of fundamental chaos."

"I do not completely deny ethics and religion. On the contrary, ethics and religion have their own uniqueness for more than 1,300 years of prosperity, and I still respect them very much. However, as Chang Geng said, Confucianism does lack the inclusive demeanor. Legalism, Mohism, and Taoism have their positive side, so why can't it be absorbed? Why can't Confucianism's ideas that hinder progress be abandoned? Only by picking up the strengths of a hundred schools of thought can it be more vital."

"Therefore, my governance of the country is based on the people. In fact, it is necessary to reverse the disadvantages of Confucianism that only emphasizes ethics and neglects production, emphasizes production, and protects people's livelihood. On this basis, we can play the role of Confucianism in educating the long-term prosperity of our Yongli Dynasty."

Speaking of this, Zhu Youlang glanced at the people who were thinking, and then said, "What do you think?"

What Zhu Youlang just said was actually proved by many sages in later generations.

In the late Qing Dynasty, Western powers used strong ships and powerful cannons to open the country's doors. The Qing Dynasty ceded land and paid compensation, and the national strength declined day by day. Known people such as Kang Youwei and Liang Qichao thought that there might be a problem with the system and should follow the West and "learned the strengths of the barbarians to control the barbarians", so they carried out the Reform Movement of 1898.

After the failure of the 1898 Reform Movement, people began to think, and they felt that there might be a problem with the national system, and they should follow the example of the "constitutional monarchy" in Britain or the "republic" political system in France, so the "Xinhai Revolution" was born again.

The "Xinhai Revolution" was successful and the republic was implemented, but it was found that it still did not work and could not solve China's problems. So people began to think again, thinking that there should be something wrong with their thoughts, so the "May Fourth Movement" was launched again.

After the May Fourth Movement, people truly began to awaken, and then the victory of the War of Resistance Against Japan and the gradual strength of China.

...

Several Grand Secretary, including Song Yingxing, were shocked by Zhu Youlang's words.

They are all wise men in the world, but they have never heard of this theory or reflected on similar issues. For example, Huang Zongxi is considered to be relatively wise and has advanced ideas, but after listening to the emperor's words, he also feels suddenly enlightened.

"What Your Majesty said suddenly cleared away the fog of history, so that I could see the essence of history clearly, and I was convinced." Qu Shixi said first.

"Yes, what Your Majesty said is like a bright light in the dark night, allowing me to see the way I will take in the future, and my heart is much brighter." Huang Zongxi said.

Then, Wu Bing, Yang Qiaoran, Lu Daqi, Chen Bangyan, and Chen Zizhuang all praised the saints in a variety of ways, such as "high-level view", "foresight", and "profound knowledge of saints", and flattery for a while.

"Hahaha..., as long as you agree with my views, you can unite your lord and ministers by unifying your understanding." Zhu Youlang was a little proud of everyone, and laughed proudly and said.

Seeing that the thoughts were unified, Zhu Youlang did not hesitate anymore and said: "Science and technology are the first guarantee for the development of production. I must implement the strategy of developing science and technology to promote the country. Therefore, Chang Geng's "Tiangong Kaiwu" written by Tian Geng must be reprinted. Each official below the prefect has a copy, so he must study it carefully and then use it for the development of production. This matter can be done first."

"Abide by the order." Wu Bing bowed to receive the order.

"The Institute of Science and Technology is assigned to the Ministry of Works, Chang Geng, and I appointed you as the Ministry of Works, specializing in science and technology. You need to discover all kinds of craftsmen and talents and enrich them to the Institute of Science and Technology. First, you must constantly invent new technologies, and second, you must send these talents to various places to guide production. At present, the most important thing is to first devote your energy to the military weapon camp."

"I obey the order, and I am determined to repay Your Majesty's grace for knowing you." Song Yingxing knelt down and performed the great tribute from the king and his ministers, and almost burst into tears in excitement.

My academic propositions have been recognized by the emperor and are ranked among the ranks of the imperial court as a juren. How can I not be excited?

"Tongruo, Changgeng has become your subordinate. You can't act voluntarily because of today's dispute." Zhu Youlang said to Yang Qiaoran.

"Your Majesty, how can I? How dare I? If that is the case, I will let down the saint's high hopes, and I will make Song Changgeng say it correctly? I don't want him to say that my mind is too small." Yang Qiaoran replied with a smile.

"Okay, this is the style of a famous minister." Zhu Youlang also smiled.

...

Wu Bing, the Minister of Rites, came to Chen's Mansion with two imperial edicts. One was to enthrone Chen Jiaoxi as Shu Concubine, and the other was to be awarded the title of "Loyal and Brave Bo" because Chen Jitai made contributions to the daughter.

After these two imperial edicts, Chen Jitai and Chen Jiaoxi were naturally ecstatic, and only Mrs. Chen was happy and worried.

After seeing Wu Bing off, Mrs. Chen finally waited for the eldest son to go to the side, so she quickly pulled her son aside and asked whispered: "Son, the emperor didn't wipe you and your brother's official position? If that's true, I'll try my best to find a way to get the emperor to take back his order."

Chen Bowen was happy as soon as he heard this: "Mom, it doesn't work for your life. Besides, where are you going to go to the palace? Can you get in?"

"Son, mom doesn't understand. How could the emperor fall in love with her so wild? She was also named Shu Concubine. She didn't look virtuous." Seeing that her son did not answer directly, Mrs. Chen thought that her son's official position should have been lost, and she said with a little disappointed feeling.

"Mom, don't worry, the emperor is wise. Today, the emperor said that he would not let Zhongwu offend me and Zhongwu's official position because of Zhuan'er. He also said that when fighting, he was a brother, father and son, his country was still counting on his two brothers to do their best." Chen Bowen smiled.

"real?!"

"real."

"Oh, the emperor is so wise. That's it. How can you use your brother-in-law to use outsiders? Can your brother-in-law still cheat him? Now, my Chen family is finally proud. Son, let alone, your father and your sister are crazy and messing around, and it's not without credit."

“That’s it, that’s it.”

Chen Bowen nodded and agreed. He especially agreed with the word "proudly".

Since his wife's affairs came out, although he has been serving the emperor, he has never been sure of it. He has always been cautious and low-key, and has never been happy in his heart.

However, after his sister was named Shufei, no one said anything to him, but he unconsciously raised his chest and felt confident.
Chapter completed!