Chapter 33: Daxia Meeting Ye Biqing claims to be a member of the Daxia Society. Yu Xiao had seen news about this organization in the newspaper more than once. Daxia Conference. Also known as the Xia League. In the hot summer. This is a national salvation organization initiated by knowledgeable people at home and abroad. In the past twenty years, the empire has rapidly weakened and has been forced to sign a large number of humiliating treaties. After the Western powers opened the door to Dajing with their powerful ships and guns, they began to show off their power in this ancient land. Localities were forced to set up concessions to allow foreigners to be the masters.
The opium dens are like a cancer that continues to grow and spread. Inside Dajing, the imperial court was corrupt, foolish and incompetent, and private land annexation was extremely serious. The common people did not have their own land, but had to bear all kinds of heavy taxes and levies, living in dire straits every day. Precarious. The mountains and rivers are broken. How not to make people angry? Therefore, the idea of revolutionary self-renewal is on the rise! The slogans and goals of the Daxia Society were: [anti-imperialism, equal distribution of land, equal human rights], [expel the Tartars, revive Daxia], etc. read this. Yu Xiao couldn't help but re-examine this person: "As a county magistrate, it is already a rare news for Lord Ye to join the Daxia Association. Now he actually invites me, a large landowner with thousands of acres of land. This seems..." See the Daxia Association’s program. Just know their nature. This was an organization that rebelled against the emperor and the rentier landlord class. And Yu Xiao just happened to be a big landlord! Ye Biqing laughed: "Although Ye is not very talented and well-educated, he does have some knowledge of people." "Mr. Sun owns thousands of acres of land. He may seem like a big landlord, but in fact he never covets the profits from renting tenants. Instead, he reduces rents and builds charity halls and charitable organizations. These are moves against landlords, equalizing land, and equalizing human rights!" "So Ye thought!" "Mr. Yu is very righteous." "That's the person we're waiting for!" Yu Xiao heard this.
I feel a little ashamed. It is true that everything he did was good. Can you understand the greater good and sacrifice yourself for others? There is no such high level of awareness, at least not now! After all, he had only been in this world for a few months at most. How could he have a strong sense of belonging in such a short period of time? Although he could not be said to be a person who sought fame and reputation, his starting point was all for his own reputation and interests. At most, do some good things that require little effort. Take action on things you don't like. Just do good things now. And punish the evil in front of you. Only. But Ye Biqing seemed to think so. Yu Xiao is indeed perfect. He had no connection with the imperial court, lived abroad for a long time, had more advanced ideas, possessed strong financial resources, and his reputation grew. This time, Shihuzhai suppressed the bandits, showing his wisdom, courage and extraordinary means. So even if there are some risks. Ye Biqing also had to reveal his identity and invite this person in person. "Mr. Yu!" "you saw it!" "This world is decaying and devastated. Only a complete destruction and reconstruction can bring it back to life!" "Ye knows the danger of this matter, but if we don't do it, future generations will have to do it!" "If we don't shed blood, future generations will have to pay more blood!" Ye Biqing said with a firm gaze: "The knowledgeable people of the Daxia Association are now all over the country and in all walks of life. For the sake of national justice in our hearts, we are willing to sacrifice our lives and gamble on a future!" Big Summer Meeting! The biggest goal! It is to overthrow the Dajing Empire! They are accumulating strength and waiting for an opportunity! When I heard Ye Biqing's words, I felt Ye Biqing's passion. Yu Xiao couldn't help but feel a little dazed. Although the grand scene is similar to the modern times of the previous life, it is not the same world after all. But at this moment, Yu Xiao saw some similar vivid figures in Ye Biqing, which touched him. To such heroes. Yu Xiao was full of respect. As for the rebellion and overthrow of the emperor.
Of course Yu Xiao was also quite interested. Putting aside the greater good, what better way to gain prestige and gather luck than to overthrow an empire and establish a new country? Unfortunately. An invitation to Ye Biqing. Yu Xiao said firmly: "I will not join the Daxia Club!" This statement came out. Ye Biqing's face was full of disappointment. "This matter is dangerous and the future is unpredictable. It is indeed inappropriate for Ye to rashly invite me..." "Master Ye, please listen to me. Although I will not join the Daxia Association, I agree with what the Daxia Association has done and am willing to provide free financial assistance within my capacity." Ye Biqing was stunned. Yu Xiao continued, "In fact, there is always more than one way to save the country and revitalize the nation. Simply overthrowing the Great Jing Imperial System may not bring a new life to this land. On the contrary, it may make the situation worse." Ye Biqing: "I would like to hear the details." Since he is considered a righteous man, just carry on with this character setting. This will make things much easier in the future. Yu Xiao calmly explained: “It’s very simple!” "Subvert the Jing court and expel the Tartars." "It's not the words that count, it's the guns." "But where do your guns and cannons come from?" "When we overthrow the old country and create a new one, we will have to rebuild everything. How will we ensure life, medicine, employment, transportation, and how will we ensure that the country is prosperous and strong and does not fall behind the West again?" "If the country is in ruins and a powerful enemy takes advantage of the situation and invades, how should we respond?" “It is often easier to destroy than to build.” “But someone has to build it.” Ye Biqing pondered for a moment. His eyes lit up, he suddenly realized something, and became excited again. This land not only urgently needs to overthrow the decadent empire, but it also needs culture and education, industry, the enlightenment of the people, and the development of industry! The former is important. The latter is also important. Even more important. The former is just removing the lesion. The latter can make people physically strong.
We must build while destroying, so that we can enrich our country and strengthen our people, keep up with the trend of the times and gain a foothold in the world! The Daxia Association is currently mainly engaged in the former, and Mr. Yu Xiao has returned to China to invest in industry, and he is obviously focusing on the latter. "I see!" "That's it!" Ye Biqing bowed deeply: "Sir, you are so righteous!" "I have no interest in military affairs, so I will not go out and campaign, or openly participate in your movement." Yu Xiao said: "All I can do is provide the necessary funding, and this must be based on the premise that the Daxia Association is worthy of assistance." There was a pause. He emphasized: "Please remember your own mission and program. If one day the Daxia Association deviates from its original intention or the general trend is over, I will withdraw without hesitation and support the second Daxia Association." "understand!" Yu Xiao will not join the club in person. But we can provide support in terms of financial and material resources. This is also a layer of insurance for yourself. After all, who knows whether Daxia can succeed? Too deeply involved. I'm just afraid there will be trouble. In the future, Daxia will really become a powerful force and have the opportunity to accomplish great things. Yu Xiao will let his subordinates, adopted son, and clansmen join in, and he only needs to watch the situation develop and provide some help when necessary. Deep inside him. Little hopes that are unknown to outsiders are also brewing. He hopes that the development trajectory of the world will be in line with his will and ideas. More than a hundred years later, this world might be closer to its familiar appearance, or even more perfect and powerful than the world we were familiar with before. That world. I guess I can't go back. There is a similar substitute. It can also alleviate the homesickness a little! late at night. Yu Xiao went out personally to see him off. Ye Biqing and Gao Zhi got on the carriage back home. Gao Zhi couldn't help but ask: "Master Ye, you failed to win over Yu Xiao, why are you so happy?" Ye Biqing: "Hahaha, no more worries, because even if Daxia fails, I believe the country and the nation can be saved. After all, there are people like Mr. Yu!"
(End of this chapter)