The Moon in the Qin Dynasty

Chapter 51 Paper

Learn from the lessons of the previous life, eliminate the great nobles of the six countries, appease the middle nobles, vigorously support the small nobles and the poor, and resolutely promote bureaucratic rule.

Running water never rots, a door hinge never rots, and the same should be true for an empire.

People from all classes should be given opportunities for advancement.

Even if the chance is slim, it must be there.

If there is no opportunity for advancement, then a very small number of people will possess the vast majority of resources.

When the majority of the lower class people can no longer tolerate it, the entire upper class will be completely purged.

History has proven time and again that what is worrying is not the scarcity of wealth but the inequality of distribution.

There is no immortal person, no eternal kingdom, and no family that will never decline.

But this time can be delayed as long as possible.

Take fewer detours and there will be less bloodshed in the process.

Besides, as long as you have enough offspring and your bloodline continues long enough.

Thousands of years later, wouldn't the meat also rot in your own pot?

What difference does it make who is the head of the family: the great-grandson or the great-great-grandson?
Ying Zheng said to Xiang Li Sheng: "Mr. Xiang Li, Zheng has something to tell you, but this matter is special, please do not tell anyone else."

Xiang Lisheng nodded: "Please speak, sir."

"Please promise me, sir, that you won't tell anyone else about this."

Xiang Lisheng bowed solemnly to Ying Zheng and said, "Please rest assured, sir. I swear in the name of the founder of Mohism that I will never pass it on to anyone without your consent."

Ying Zheng returned the greeting and bowed: "Thank you, Mr. Xiangli. This matter is too special and will inevitably bring about a very bad impact. Zheng has no choice but to do this. Please forgive me, Mr. Xiangli."

"I understand. Please speak, sir."

"Zheng had a very strange dream a few days ago. I dreamed of a ten-foot-tall black bird. Its crown and feathers shone with golden light and it looked very majestic. The black bird spoke human words and said that it was sent by heaven to offer me something that would benefit all people in the world."

"Let Zheng find skilled craftsmen and let them help Zheng create this thing, which is called 'paper'."

"Zheng immediately thought of the Mohist school. After all, who in the world could have more skilled craftsmen than the Mohists?"

Xiang Lisheng was stunned, half believing and half doubting.

The Mohists have always believed in the theories of ancestors and ghosts and gods. If an ordinary person said this, Xiang Lisheng would think he was talking nonsense, but Ying Zheng's identity was different.

Ying Zheng is the eldest son of the Crown Prince of Qin and has noble blood. Although there is little communication with Ying Zheng, it can be seen that Ying Zheng is extremely precocious and intelligent.

I also received nothing but praise from several other people.

Xiang Lisheng couldn't help but be skeptical when hearing such words coming from such a person.

Xiang Lisheng asked, "I wonder what this 'paper' you are talking about, sir?"

At that time, the word "paper" did not exist in the world.

And what Ying Zheng said next made Xiang Lisheng believe it without a doubt.

Ying Zheng wrote the word "paper" on the thin sand on the desk.

"The black bird in the dream told Zheng that paper can replace bamboo slips and silk, and can be used to write words more conveniently and practically. It is a way to carry on the lost knowledge of the ancient sages and benefit the people of the world."

Next, Ying Zheng described the method of making paper to Xiang Lisheng in detail. From raw materials to finished products, the whole process was extremely detailed and took a full quarter of an hour to explain. During this time, Xiang Lisheng was able to answer some of his questions.

For a master craftsman like Xiang Lisheng, after listening to such detailed instructions, he already has the answer in his heart whether it is true or false, and whether it is feasible.

Xiang Lisheng was extremely shocked. This thing was made of simple materials and was cheap. If it was really created, it would really benefit the people.

Moreover, the creation of this thing is extremely complex and detailed, which is definitely not something that an ordinary person can come up with in a short period of time, and he has never heard of this thing before. It is indeed unprecedented.

It was impossible for Ying Zheng to think of such a thing at such a young age. The production of this thing called "paper" was too complicated and it was definitely not something that could be imagined by someone who did not understand the knowledge of craftsmen.

Then there is only one possibility, what Ying Zheng said is true.

Just as Ying Zheng said, this was Professor Xuanniao in his dream.

Xuanniao is a bird of wisdom, which makes sense.

Prince Zheng is truly a man destined by heaven.

Ying Zheng did not reveal the technology of movable type printing to others, as he was waiting to use it to win over the Gongshu family.

Even scientific research departments need checks and balances and the impetus of competition.

Besides, who said that the Xuanniao can only convey a dream once?
I am appointed by Heaven and Heaven’s will is in my hands. Of course I often receive messages in my dreams!
In this era, if everyone believes in this and does not make good use of it, then they are losing their minds.

Xiang Lisheng got down from his seat, bowed deeply, and said excitedly: "Young Master is truly the man of destiny."

"I will do my best to make this thing! I will not let you down!"

Ying Zheng hurriedly stood up and helped Xiang Li Sheng up.

He said modestly: "Sir, please stand up quickly. Zheng is not worthy of your courtesy."

"Zheng didn't know if this was feasible, but Zheng rarely had dreams. After having this dream, when he woke up, the scene in the dream was extremely clear, and he didn't forget a single bit of it."

"Speaking of which, Zheng was also very surprised. After all, Zheng dared not speak nonsense about matters concerning ghosts and gods."

Xiang Lisheng said hurriedly: "Sir, based on my past experience, the method of making 'paper' you mentioned is feasible. I will gather people to experiment when I go back. All the steps and processes you provided are extremely detailed, and I believe there will be results soon."

Ying Zheng smiled and nodded: "That's good. If this thing can really benefit the people of the world, it will all be the credit of the Mo family."

Xiang Lisheng was very excited when he heard what Ying Zheng said, and he said hurriedly:

"This is all due to the blessing of heaven, and the destiny of the young master. I, the Mo family, dare not take the credit. The young master is willing to hand this matter over to me, the Mo family. This is the greatest favor to the Mo family, and also the greatest favor to the minister Li family. I am grateful."

"Sir, what are you talking about? This thing was not created by the government, but was given by heaven. To truly create it, it still depends on the masters of the Mohist School!"

Xiang Lisheng was very grateful: "Your Excellency is so generous and kind, I am very grateful to you."

After hesitating for a moment, he asked, "Of course, the Mohist School dares not monopolize the virtue of this young master. I just wonder why you don't let me publicize this matter for the time being, since it is a good thing that will benefit the people of the world."

Ying Zheng said: "Zheng is still young after all, and this matter involves ghosts and gods, so it is not convenient to tell others at this time. We should be humble and low-key. This matter is not urgent, and it will not be too late to talk about it later. However, Zheng is a person of one time and one reputation, so we should not delay the important matter because of his identity."

"Next, I'll have to trouble Mr. Xiangli to make the paper first."

Xiang Lisheng bowed and said, "I understand. Your Excellency is so noble and upright. I really admire you. I will prepare for this when I return and make the paper as soon as possible."

Ying Zheng nodded: "Zheng also has requirements for this, and I still hope that Mr. Xiangli will take more care of it."

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